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.
Autumn Artisan Market: Gifts, Sips, and Holiday Cheer
November 22-23, 2025
Get ready for gift-hunting at the Autumn Artisan Market hosted by Journeyman Distillery in Valparaiso! With over a hundred makers showcasing handcrafted decor, jewelry, gourmet treats and personal-care treasures in a historic venue, you can browse unique finds while sipping a craft cocktail. Don’t miss it!
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