CHICAGO — Trying to pack as much Halloween into October as possible? The Chicago Park District is, too.
Here’s a roundup of scary (and kid-friendly) movies, pumpkin patches, haunted houses, parties and more happening in neighborhoods throughout the South Side this month.
Pumpkin Patches
Ashburn
Check out the pumpkin patch and stay for the pony rides, games, arts and crafts, games, and more. Admission is free.
Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
South Deering
Veterans’ Memorial Park, 2820 E. 98th St.
Presented by the Veteran’s Memorial Park Advisory Council this pumpkin patch includes games, pony rides, face painting, treats, arts and crafts, and more. Fee per ticket is $2 or $8 for a wristband.
Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
West Pullman
Aside from their pumpkin patch, Ada Park is hosting hayrides, face painting, pictures, treats and more will be available. Fee per activity ($1 – $3).
Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Halloween Parties
Bridgeport
Park No. 571, 2828 S. Eleanor St.
Family dodgeball alert just for two dollars! Also enjoy a bounce house, crafts, games, and more.
Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Garfield Ridge
Costume contest, arts and crafts, treats, and more await at Vittum Park. Youth ages one to two years old receive free admission.
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
West Pullman
West Pullman Park, 401 W. 123rd St.
Costume contest, face painting, games, dancing, and more all for free admission.
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Oakland
Mandrake Park, 3858 S. Cottage Grove
A free community party for youth ages 2-15 is schedule. Youth are encouraged to wear costumes.
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018 from 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Bronzeville
Ellis Park, 3520 S. Cottage Grove Ave.
The Chicago Blues Museum presents “We Bring you Bronzeville,” a celebration of South Side musical heritage and cultural legacy that celebrate the contributions from musicians, artists, and citizens from the neighborhood as part of a Halloween celebration.
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Haunted Houses
Grand Boulevard
Taylor Park, 39 W. 47th St.
Sponsored by the Park Advisory Council and Taylor Park Teen Club, a scary haunted house is open to the public for the cost of $3. Children under 12-years-old should be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
North Kenwood
Kennicott Park, 4434 S. Lake Park Ave.
Games, candy, giveaways, and more along with a visit to the haunted house. Admission is free.
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 PM