Join Ravenswood Elementary and community partners for a Diwali Fall-4-All in Ravenswood! There will be activities, music, food, and more. #ChicagoFallFest #Fall4All

Join Beyond the Ball and community partners for a Día de los Muertos Project Play Fall-4-All in Little Village! There will be activities, music, food, and more. #ChicagoFallFest #Fall4All

Want to learn English? This twice-a-week course will help you with: Talking to your supervisors, your children's teachers, neighbors, doctors and more. Writing Listening Conversation Vocabulary Grammar Cultural understanding Classes are taught in small groups. This class meets every Monday and Wednesday starting September 9 - December 16 . Space is limited. Participants are encouraged to attend every session. Register in person or call 312-745-1862. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. ¿Quieres aprender ingles? Esta curso, dos veces por semana, le ayudará a: Hablar con sus supervisores, maestros de sus hijos, vecinos, medicos y más. Escribir Escuchar Conversar Vocabulario Gramática Comprensión cultural Las clases se enseñan en grupos pequeños. Este curso se lleva a acabo cada lunes y miercoles desde el 9 de septiembre hasta el 16 de diciembre. Se requiere registrarse en persona o llame a 312-745-1862. Accesibilidad ¿Necesita interpretación del lenguaje de señas u otra asistencia de accesibilidad para este evento? Por favor llame al (312) 747-8184 o envíe un correo electrónico a access-chipublib.org para solicitar alojamiento. Las solicitudes deben hacerse al menos 14 días hábiles antes del evento. #chicagofallfest

Join Youth Guidance and community partners for a Fall-4-All in Garfield Park! There will be activities, music, food, and more. #ChicagoFallFest #Fall4All

Join us for a short, Halloween-themed story time followed by a parade around the library. And, of course, there will be trick-or-treating! (Candy and a non-candy option will be available; there will not be any peanut or chocolate products .) For kids 0 to 7 with an adult. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #chicagofallfest

Join Ms. My for a friendly, not‑so‑scary Halloween story time designed especially for young children and their families. Enjoy silly, gentle Halloween stories, songs, and movement activities that keep the fun high and the frights low. Children are welcome to wear costumes to parade indoors and participate in glowing activities after the stories. For children 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How To Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #chicagofallfest

Drop in to get creative with Halloween-themed crafts. For kids 3 and up and their families. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #chicagofallfest

Join Future Ties and community partners for the Annual Haunted House Event Fall-4-All in Parkway Gardens! There will be activities, music, food, and, of course, the famed haunted house. #ChicagoFallFest #Fall4All

Bring the whole family for a screening of Hocus Pocus! Three 17th-century witches, hanged for their murderous crimes, are resurrected on Halloween in modern-day Salem by an unsuspecting boy, who must now figure out how to get them back in the ground. © Walt Disney Pictures - 95 minutes - PG Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #chicagofallfest

Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a colorful sugar skull decorating activity! Learn a little about the meaning and traditions behind Día de los Muertos while creating your own decorative sugar skull inspired by the bright colors, flowers and designs associated with the celebration. All supplies will be provided and everyone who participates will receive a small Halloween treat bag to take home. No experience needed, just bring your creativity! For teens and tweens 10 to 19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Photo: Luisalvaz/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 #chicagofallfest

Join us as we make spooky slime, and come dressed in your costume for a treat, not a trick. Supplies are provided. For kids 6 to 13. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event #chicagofallfest

Saturday at Thurgood Marshall Library After moving into a spooky old mansion, a ghostly young spirit named Casper befriends a new girl in town and her father. Together, they uncover the secrets of the house while trying to bring Casper the friendship and family, he's always wanted. 100 minutes Rated PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening. #chicagofallfest

Join us for a screening of Coco (2017). In this gorgeous animated adventure, a boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his ambitions cause him to run afoul of a curse, he must journey into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors. © Disney Pixar | 109 Minutes | PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screen. #ChicagoFallFest

Join us for the 7th Annual UPSIDE DOWN Halloween Parade, presented by LUMA8 & the City of Chicago and sponsored by Amazon and ferrara candy company. The event will take place on Saturday, October 31st, from 12-2pm in Washington Park! The Upside Down Halloween Parade is a free family-friendly event that is part of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s Fall Fest 2026!

Chicago children and their families will BECOME the parade when they don their costumes and join the procession down tree-lined Russell Drive. Dance teams, musicians, acrobats, sports mascots and other spectacles will dazzle them as they make their way down the route. Don’t miss your chance to join the fun! Free candy provided by MARS and FERRARA CANDY COMPANY. #ChicagoFallFest

Celebrate Halloween at the library! We will have... Karaoke Henna Tattoos Polaroid Photo Station Crafts Trick or Treating Dancing Card Games and a Costume Contest ! Starting at 2PM in our Community Room. Register with us at the front desk to enter and win a prize. All ages welcome. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #chicagofallfest

Stop in the library between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in your Halloween costumes and we'll take and print a fun photo of you to bring home. We also have trick-or-treat bags that you can color while you wait. And of course, we have candy as well! For families with kids of all ages. Photo Source: John, CPL #chicagofallfest

Join us at the library for an electrifying glow party! Show off your Halloween costume and celebrate the spookiest day of the year under dazzling lights. Enjoy fun crafts and glowing surprises throughout the event. Costumes aren't required-but they're definitely encouraged to keep the magic shining! For ages 3 to 13 and their families How to Attend This event takes place in person. Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. #chicagofallfest

Celebrate the spooky season with a not-so-scary Halloween party designed for our littlest library patrons and their caregivers. Activities include: Mini Costume Parade and Photo Spot Crawl-Through Box Maze Toilet Paper Mummy Races Build-a-Monster Craft Station Enjoy seasonal snacks and plenty of time to play, explore, and connect. Costumes are encouraged but are not required. For ages 0 to 7. Registration is required. How to Attend Register by 11 a.m. Friday, October 30. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian's email address must be used to register. Due to space limitations, please include only the number of children as attendees when you register. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Photo Source: Jenny Reynolds #chicagofallfest

Celebrate Halloween with Marwen families, treats, spooky movies, and costume fun! Whether you're looking for a safe option to trick and treat or want a thrilling space to make spooky art, this is the place to be.

Enjoy a fun time for the whole family. Watch a classic Halloween movie, paint pumpkins, and decorate your own DIY halloween bag full of candy. Come dressed to impress with your best costume and win a prize. The more creative, outrageous and unforgetable your costume the better! This Halloween night is FREE and open to the public. All are welcome. Bring a friend to the party! Our parking lot is free, and first come first serve. Recommend rideshare or CTA. Hosted by Marwen's Family Advisory Board #ChicagoFallFest

Join the 30th Ward, 36th Ward, and community partners for a Trunk-or-Treat Fall-4-All in Belmont Cragin! There will be free candy, activities, music, food, and more. #ChicagoFallFest #Fall4All

Come celebrate the day of the dead, showcasing altars for loved ones, crafts, games, and face painting. #ChicagoFallFest Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Come dressed in your costume and dance the spooky night away. Must register online or in person prior to the event. No tickets sold at the door. #ChicagoFallFest #HalloweenintheParks Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Get ready for a magical Halloween experience! Start the evening by learning and creating your own magic tricks in a fun, hands-on session. Then, sit back and be amazed by a professional Halloween magic show filled with spellbinding performances. Halloween in the Park is presented by Mars. #ChicagoFallFest #HalloweenintheParks Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Join the Pottawattomie Park Staff for a Haunted House. Halloween in the Parks is sponsored by Mars #ChicagoFallFest #HalloweenintheParks Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Get ready for a spooktacular time! Join us for a Halloween bash filled with thrilling games, tasty treats, and tons of fun. Come dressed in your favorite costume and let your spooky spirit shine. No registration needed, just bring your excitement! Halloween in the Parks is presented by MARS #ChicagoFallFest #HalloweenintheParks Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Enjoy a magical, not-so-scary Halloween event filled with stories, games, crafts, and festive fun.Come dressed in your favorite costume and explore exciting activity stations at your own pace, including Story Time, Spooky Bingo, Photo Booth Station, Ghost Hunt Adventure, Craft Station, Pumpkin Toss, Monster Bowling, and more boo-tiful surprises! #ChicagoFallFest #HalloweenintheParks Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Looking for an awesome Halloween party? Join us for tricks and treats, games, costume contests and more! Halloween in the Park is presented by Mars. #ChicagoFallFest #HalloweenintheParks Day(s) of the Week: Friday

Join Giving Others Dreams and community partners for a Fall-4-All in East Side! There will be activities, music, food, and more. #ChicagoFallFest #Fall4All

Join us for our annual Community Halloween Party at Green Briar Park. There will be games, goodies and arts & crafts!! Wear your most creative and spookiest costumes to be part of the costume contest. Prizes will be awarded. Hope to see you there! #ChicagoFallFest #HalloweenintheParks Day(s) of the Week: Friday