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.
Fright Lights: Where Music Meets Halloween Magic
October 17, 2025
The Halloween Fright Lights Laser Show in Hammond delivers a thrilling mix of music, color, and eerie fun. Hosted at the Challenger Learning Center, this one-hour laser spectacle features favorite Halloween hits like Thriller and Monster Mash. Families can enjoy dazzling light effects, spooky surprises, and festive entertainment for all ages.
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