CSBarks Dog Festival. Sep 19

An afternoon of canine capers in Armstrong Park, at the 2nd annual CSBarks dog festival. The day features dog displays, activities, vendors and an off-leash area.

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Fright Fest at Great America, Mon, Oct 11

Fright Fest at Great America if full of ghoulish fun! Experience the thrill of the roller coasters, check out a frightful show, or get freaked out in one of the haunted houses. Registration includes transportation, supervision, and admission.

Fee: $55 Resident $75 Non-Resident

Haunted Halloween Happening, Sat, Oct 16

Celebrate Halloween at this fun family event. Enjoy games, crafts, entertainment and a warm bonfire. Children will also have fun hunting for candy in the haystack and bouncing in the bounce house. A spooky hayride and refreshments are also included. Costumes are encouraged and children must be accompanied by an adult. A majority of the event is held outdoors so dress for the weather!

Fee: $5 Resident $8 Non-Resident

Howl’oween Dog Parade& Costume Contest
Sat, Oct 16

Dress your dog up and be a part of the Haunted Halloween Happening at Armstrong Park! The parade will take place outdoors on the inline skate courts. Check-in at 7 PM and the parade starts at 7:15 PM. Categories include best, scariest, funniest & cutest couple (dog & owner). Judges will be looking for creativity and showmanship. Prizes will be awarded. Each dog will receive a treat bag! Owners must secure their dog on a six foot leash and bring a flashlight. Children attending Haunted Halloween Happening need to register separately.

Fee: $2 Resident $3 Non-Resident

Lock-In Halloween Party, Sat, Oct 23

The Lock-In is BACK! Get ready for a night where the party never stops! Show off your Halloween Costume and you may even win a prize! Bring your own pumpkin and we’ll supply the decorating supplies! Snack and drinks included! Parent Sign In/Out Required.

Fee: $25 Resident $38 Non-Resident

Lunch with Dracula, Sat, Oct 30

A Halloween party just for the little ones at this new indoor event! Wear your costume and march in our parade. Enjoy Halloween games, crafts, a bounce house and more! Each little goblin attending will receive a pizza slice, drink and make their own spooky dessert! Listen and dance to a Halloween Music Show. Bring your camera for a picture
with Dracula! Parents are required to stay.

Fee: $7 Resident $10 Non-Resident

Challenge Park Xtreme Paintball, Thu, Nov 11

Grab your friends for a day of paintball and head out to Challenge Park Xtreme in Joliet! This park offers five major theme fields, seventeen wooded fields, and a target range for warming up. Registration includes transportation, supervision and equipment.

Fee: $45 Resident $65 Non-Resident