These local events are happening in Naperville this fall and Halloween
Patio days of fall continue for well-behaved pets and their closest pals at, 43 E. Jefferson Avenue, weather permitting. Inside, you'll discover what the regulars refer to as "EDAQ" companionship, as well as classic Irish meals, bar nibbles, and cool drinks. Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, there is live music. Simply inquire. From 11 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Oct. 23, families dressed in costume are welcome to swing by for sweets to celebrate Halloween Hop. Sláinte!
Quigley's Irish Pub is located at 43 E. Jefferson Avenue.
22nd of October / Fall Family Fun and Pumpkin Patch return to Water Street on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children under the age of 12 are encouraged to visit the no-contact pumpkin "patch" in Foyo Plaza to select from various sized pumpkins for free, while supplies last. Outside in front of their store, London Skye will hold a unique hands-on scary science exercise. Balloon twisting and face painting will be available to add to the enjoyment. Costumes are appreciated, and gift bags will be provided. FREE!
23rd of October / Happy Halloween Hop! The annual Halloween Hop is set for Sunday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. to noon, with a call for ghouls, goblins, ghosts, witches, fairytale characters, and super heroes. (Note that the date is sooner than normal.) Families may dress Halloween in their costumes and visit downtown establishments, where children can stock up on treats. Dozens of businesses will open early to provide Halloween snacks and surprises. FREE!
Check in at Top Fashion (corner of Main Street and Jackson Avenue) for a map of participating shops (while supplies last). Enjoy fall activities with your loved ones! All day, shops and eateries welcome your patronage!
Halloween Hop will return on Sunday, October 23, 2022.
Meson Sabika / Hurricane Relief Benefit Ian
Meson Sabika can be found at 1025 Aurora Avenue.
Oct. 25 / Meson Sabika will conduct a fundraiser for the American Red Cross to support Hurricane Ian victims in Florida all day on Tuesday, Oct. 25, during lunch and supper hours. The American Red Cross will get 100% of the proceeds from that day's sales. Call (630) 983-3000, ext. 2 for bookings. Alternatively, go to.
Fry Family YMCA / 2120 95th Street Oct. 25 / From a locker room reopening and ribbon cutting on Oct. 25 to a Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 29, the Fry Family YMCA has a lot going on.
Gartner Naperville Plaza / Washington
Oct. 29 / Casey's Foods and Oswald's Pharmacy will present a "Monster Mash Bash" on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 1PM to 4PM at Naperville Plaza, Washington at Gartner. Dress up for Halloween or treating. Take advantage of goodies and unexpected surprises. FREE! (These are also excellent places to buy Halloween candy for trick-or-treaters on Halloween.)
Riverwalk Grand Pavilion / Halloween Happening
Oct. 30 / The Riverwalk Grand Pavilion will once again host its. Kids 10 and younger are welcome to meet skeletons and engage in Halloween-themed games and activities while collecting candies, treats, or prizes, as presented by Woody Buick/GMC. Family-friendly costumes are strongly recommended. The Halloween Happening is set for 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 30, west of the Jaycees Playground, near the Grand Pavilion. FREE!
Why are the skeletons not amused by Halloween Happening? Because none of them are amusing.
523 S. Webster St., Naper Settlement / Click
October 14 & 15 / All Hallows Eve returns from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on Friday, October 14 & Saturday, October 15. Monsters, witches, and werewolves will roam unleashed on the Naper Settlement grounds! Experience All Hallows Eve like never before with a fully reinvented lineup of outdoor activities and performances for people aged 16 and under. A zombie maze, alien autopsy, magic show, fire performances, laser tag, and more attractions are available. TKTS: $20
October 21 & 22 / Howlin' at the Moon (21+) is scheduled from 5PM to 10PM. Friday, October 21, and Saturday, October 22. Experience a Halloween event for adults (aged 21 and over). Howl to live music, devour amazing local food at the Food Truck Graveyard, and quench your thirst in our Booze Bar. Take a stroll through our Moonlight Market to purchase scary and odd products, see the Dark Art Gallery, and enter our costume contest utilizing a SweetPix360 360 picture booth for a chance to win a prize. And prepare to be shocked when you discover more. TKTS: $20
30th of October / Almost Halloween! Trick or Treat at Naper Settlement on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. Kids may dress up and take a walk around Naper Settlement, stopping at historical homes for goodies. The blacksmith shop will also be open that day. Registration is needed. Adults/Children $5
The Naperville Pumpkin Race, organized by the Turning Pointe Autism Foundation, returns to Rotary Hill along the Riverwalk at noon on Saturday, Oct. 29. Create/purchase a pumpkin racer (Kits are $25) and be prepared to compete in-person at Rotary Hill near Moser Tower or in your own driveway, regardless of where you reside. (For further information on mail orders, visit the TPAF website.) This event is a lot of fun for everyone that participates and/or watches. The elimination races might go for several hours. This entertaining Halloween event features a costume contest, vendors, a pumpkin decorating contest, live entertainment, and other creative surprises. Cheering spectators are invited for this once-in-a-lifetime event! FREE! ***(Fundraiser)
The 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat Halloween Extravaganza is slated for 12 to 2PM Saturday, Oct. 29, at Naperville Evangelical Covenant Church, located at 1150 Hobson Road. Everyone is invited to the celebrations, which will feature games, entertainment, a firetruck, a food truck, and all those vehicle trunks packed with Halloween sweets. Call (630) 369-2741 or contact [email protected] for further information.
Boo! Merry Halloween!
Memories of a croissant-loving 2-year-old Halloweener with her doggie!
Oct. 31 / Though the City of Naperville has no established hours for Trick or Treating, most families observe the hours of 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. when they allow their children to go door to door on Halloween. Follow local public safety rules.