Pumpkins, Trails, and Treats: Family Friendly Halloween
Posted on October 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.
Boo! A Family-Friendly Halloween at the Zoo
October 18, 2025
Celebrate Halloween at Boo at the Washington Park Zoo in Michigan City from 10am to 4pm. This family-friendly event offers a safe trick-or-treating experience along decorated zoo paths, with local businesses sponsoring booths and handing out candy to children. Enjoy festive photo opportunities, spooky animal enrichments, and vibrant seasonal decorations throughout the zoo. Advance tickets are recommended due to limited supply, and regular admission rates apply. Don’t miss this spooktacular day of fun for all ages!
For information on nearby lodging. Request a Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitor Guide.
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- 17 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 39 Minutes to South Shore
- 57 Minutes to Elkhart County
