Halloween Events in Waukegan
🎃 City Guide · IL · 2026 Season
Looking for Halloween events in Waukegan? We’ve rounded up 14 verified Halloween events across Waukegan for the 2026 season — haunted houses, parties, pumpkin patches, parades, and family fun, each with dates, tickets, and directions.
Top Halloween Events in Waukegan for 2026
Día de los Muertos
2026 Dia de Muertos Community Celebration
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
A vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration in Waukegan — ofrendas, music, and marigolds.
Family Event
Belvidere Mall Trunk or Treat!
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Waukegan perfect for little ones.
Pumpkin Patch
Family Swim Night: Poolside Pumpkin Patch
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Waukegan.
Halloween Event
GO WAUKEGAN: Zombie Walk
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Waukegan's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Haunted House
HALLOWEEN CATRINAS Y RODADA DE EL TERROR 2026
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Waukegan with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Family Event
Halloween Trick or Treat Trail
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Waukegan perfect for little ones.
Haunted House
Haunted Waukegan Tour
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Waukegan with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Halloween Party
MASQUERADE OF SHADOWS 2026
21+ ONLY TICKETED
The Halloween night-out in Waukegan: themed party, costume contest, full bar.
Pumpkin Patch
Pumpkin Volcanoes
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Waukegan.
Halloween Event
Sugar Skull Workshop
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Waukegan's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Halloween Event
WBMX Halloween Race
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Waukegan — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Halloween Event
Waukegan Slime Fest
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Waukegan's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Pumpkin Patch
Kroll's Fall Harvest Farm
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Waukegan.
Pumpkin Patch
Tobie Family Farm Fall Season
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Waukegan's go-to fall destination — pumpkins, kid zones, and autumn treats.
💡 Local Tips for Halloween in Waukegan
🎃 🎃 Book haunts on weeknights — Friday and Saturday crowds in Waukegan are intense; Sunday–Thursday means shorter lines and often cheaper tickets.
🎃 🎃 Check dates before you drive — most Waukegan Halloween events run select nights only; confirm the 2026 schedule on the event page first.
🎃 🎃 Layer up — October evenings in Waukegan cool off fast; a jacket over your costume beats shivering in line.
🎃 🎃 Plan parking early — popular Waukegan venues fill their lots by 8 PM on October weekends; rideshare or arrive early.
❓ Waukegan Halloween FAQ
What are the best Halloween events in Waukegan for 2026?
The top picks for 2026 include 2026 Dia de Muertos Community Celebration, Belvidere Mall Trunk or Treat!, Family Swim Night: Poolside Pumpkin Patch. Browse the full list above — every event includes dates, tickets, and directions.
When is trick-or-treat in Waukegan in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and most Waukegan neighborhoods trick-or-treat that evening, roughly 6–9 PM. Check your city's official page for any local guidance.
Where can I find Waukegan Halloween events near me?
Right here — this guide lists 14 verified Halloween events across Waukegan for the 2026 season, each with full details, updated as organizers announce schedules.
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