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.
Gather ’Round: Halloween Campfire & Hayrides
October 24 – 25, 2025
Gather ’round the flames at Ox Bow County Park’s Halloween Campfire & Hayrides—a cozy autumn tradition. Craft stations, face-painting, food trucks, and spooky décor set the scene. Ride through the dark on hayrides, warm by the fire, and share seasonal fun with family and friends
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- 67 Minutes to Michigan City
- 73 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 92 Minutes to South Shore
