Pumpkins, Trails, and Treats: Family Friendly Halloween
Posted on September 15, 2025 by Dina Miller
Indiana's Cool North offers a variety of family-friendly Halloween events perfect for all ages. In Lowell, the Pumpkin Glow Trail at Harvest Tyme Family Farm dazzles visitors with thousands of LED lights and jack-o’-lanterns. The Halloween Market in Chesterton adds seasonal charm with pumpkin decorating, a kids’ costume parade, trick-or-treating at vendor booths, and festive crafts. From the Wakarusa Pumpkin Tree to the Hesston Ghost Train and beyond, the region is packed with festive events, giving families plenty of opportunities to enjoy a full season of Halloween fun throughout Indiana’s Cool North.
A Festive Shopping Adventure at 3 Little Birds Holiday Market
November 14-15, 2025
The 3 Little Birds Holiday Market in Valparaiso, is a lively seasonal shopping event featuring around 90 small and local boutique vendors offering handmade, upcycled, and one-of-a-kind items. With live music, festive décor, food trucks, and cozy holiday cheer, it’s the perfect spot to find unique gifts and local treasures.
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