Fall has arrived in East DuPage County — and Halloween fun is already creeping in! From pumpkin patches and fall festivals to spooky (but family-friendly) events, East DuPage County is packed with can’t-miss celebrations this season. Don’t let your family miss out — keep scrolling for the biggest list of East DuPage County fall and Halloween events happening in 2025!
🍁 Family-Friendly East DuPage County Fall & Halloween Attractions Open All Season Long
These local farms, corn mazes, and haunted attractions are open multiple weeks during the season, offering the perfect blend of fall fun and Halloween thrills:
- The Farm
- Address: 34 E 63rd St, Westmont, IL 60559 & 31st St & Kensington Ave Westchester, IL 60154
- Details: Pick up fresh produce and locally grown pumpkins from this family-owned market - they owned two farms (in Westchester & Westmont) before moving growing operations to Kendall County.
- More Info: https://thefarmwestmont.com/
- Honey Bee Gardens
- Address: 8405 Kearney Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60516
- Details: Not a kitschy fall "farm" with rides and tourist traps -- this is just a genuine authentic working farm, but with a fun and exciting experience for kids-- introducing them to animals and bees, while letting them get dirty exploring!
- More Info: https://www.honeybeegardens.farm/
- Boo! at the Zoo
- Address: Brookfield Zoo. 8400 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513
- Details: Saturdays and Sundays, October 5-31, Enjoy special animal chats, trick or treating, pumpkin decorating, haunted (but kid-friendly) attractions, performances, spooky inflatable zone, photo ops and more!
- More Info: https://www.brookfieldzoo.org/BooAtTheZoo
- Johansen Farms
- Address: 710 W Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440
- Details: All-in-one admission for the children's farm, zoo, rides, pumpkin patch, and more!
- More Info: https://johansenfarms.com/
Some of these events are weather-dependent. Always confirm details before heading out.
🍂 East DuPage County Fall Fun Events & Festivals
Please note: Many East DuPage County fall events haven’t been announced yet. We will keep updating this guide as new details come in. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often for the latest!
💡 Know about a family-friendly fall festival or Oktoberfest in East DuPage County that’s not listed? Submit your event here.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Friday, Sept. 26
Saturday, Sept. 27
Saturday, Oct. 4
- Elmhurst Park District Fall Fest
- Oakbrook Terrace Fall Fest
- Fischer Farm Harvest Fest - Bensenville
- Butterfield Park District Fall Craft Fair and Fest
- Lombard Fall Fest
Sunday, Oct. 5
Monday, Oct. 13
Saturday, Oct. 18
Check back often, as we’re adding more Autumn events and Halloween fun happening in Chicagoland all season long!
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🍎 Want More Fall Fun in East DuPage County?
While Halloween may be the main event, don't forget to enjoy some classic fall activities For more ideas on apple picking, leaf peeping, and pumpkin patches check out our other local fall guides:
- Nearby Places to Go Apple Picking in the Western Suburbs
- Best Places to See Peak Fall Foliage in DuPage County in 2025
- Pick Your Own Pumpkins with a Visit to the Pumpkin Patch
🍬 Trick-or-Treating Times in the Western Suburbs:
Looking for what time to go neighborhood trick or treating for Halloween on Friday October 31, 2025? Here’s when to go in Downers Grove, Elmhurst, La Grange and communities nearby:
- Clarendon Hills: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
- Downers Grove: daylight hours (no set times)
- Elmhurst: 3:30pm – 7:00pm
- Glen Ellyn: 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
- Hinsdale: daylight hours (no set times)
- La Grange: 3:00pm – 8:00pm
- Lisle: 3:00pm – 8:00pm
- Lombard: 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
- Oak Brook: 3:30pm – 7:00pm
- Villa Park: 3:00pm – 8:00pm
- Westchester: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
- Westmont: 2:00pm – 7:00pm
- Woodridge: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
🎃 Halloween Happenings near East DuPage County
Check the list below for all the local spooky kid-friendly events. This list will update automatically as events pass, and more will automatically appear as they are added to the calendar!
Know of a Halloween event near Downers Grove, La Grange or Elmhurst that should be listed? Submit it here!
