NEW DATE Due to inclement weather conditions and for the safety of our staff and patrons, Truck or Treat has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 5.
Check out the view from the driver’s seat and pick up some treats along the way! The biggest, coolest, shiniest trucks around will be on display for exploring and trick or treating!
New this year, the first half hour of the event is sensory-friendly, meaning no horns can be honked and there will be no sirens or flashing lights so children with sensory issues can enjoy the event.
The event takes place in the parking lot at Hidden Creek AquaPark.
Registration is not required; however, costumes are encouraged, so just drop in!
Community groups interested in participating can contact Julie Nichols at [email protected].
The event could be canceled due to inclement weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sensory Friendly: 9:30am-10am
Main Event: 10am-noon
Dress in costume and receive a free round!
Reservations are optional but can be made up to 7 days in advance.
Waitlist
Enjoy a night walking through the woods as you use GPS technology to navigate your way through our forest. Your GPS will help you find Jack-o-Lanterns that we will have placed along our Trails. Follow the clues and your GPS to complete our Geocache Course!
Pre-registration required. All participants, children and adults, must register for the program. Children under 2 are FREE. Children must be accompanied by a paid registered adult. Program is outdoors so please dress for the weather.
All ages
Price: $13
Join us for a spooktacular evening skating in costume with family and friends! Event is free, food will be available for purchase from Michael’s Food Truck.
Dive into a world of whimsy and wonder at the Pumpkin Pool Splash! Experience an exhilarating splashdown as colossal pumpkins take the plunge into a sparkling pool, creating a mesmerizing spectacle of color and excitement. Get ready to make a splash of your own amidst the vibrant autumn atmosphere, where fun knows no bounds and laughter echoes through the air. Join us for a day of pumpkin-themed delight that will leave you thrilled and soaked in unforgettable memories!
Ages 3-12
Price: $14/17 (resident/non-resident)
Join us for the Park District of Highland Park’s first Catch a Character Race. This Halloween-inspired, family-friendly event is a perfect mix of a race + scavenger hunt! Sign up with your family, dress in costume, and get ready to catch some classic characters hiding! Your family is your team, and together you will compete in engaging activities in order to “capture” a character – will you be the first to the finish line?
Registration is per family up to a total of 6 people, and all children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
Ages 3+
Price: $25/30 per family (resident/non-resident)
Pumpkin Smash is a community-driven event dedicated to sustainability and reducing waste during Halloween.
Join us as we come together to compost your carved and uncarved pumpkins, turning them into valuable nutrient-rich soil. This fun and eco-friendly initiative not only helps divert tons of organic waste from landfills but also educates participants on the importance of composting for environmental conservation.
Bring your pumpkins and enjoy a day of smashing, composting, and learning about sustainable practices that benefit our planet. Together, let’s make a positive impact this Halloween season!
All ages. The event takes place in the parking lot at Hidden Creek AquaPark.
Price: $5 per person
