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.
Family Halloween Traditions Begin at Kercher’s
Celebrate Halloween fun for all ages at Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard in Goshen! Enjoy hayrides, pumpkin picking, corn mazes, and sweet fall treats surrounded by vibrant autumn colors. With friendly farm animals and festive photo spots, it’s the perfect place for families and friends to make unforgettable seasonal memories together.
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- 62 Minutes to Michigan City
- 69 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 84 Minutes to South Shore
