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.
Holiday Magic at Barker Christmas Cottage
December 4, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Experience the magic of the Barker Christmas Cottage, part of Michigan City’s Barker Mansion. Visitors can explore festive photo settings, holiday crafts, cookie decorating, and a cozy hot cocoa bar. The cottage also features a gift shop, making it a joyful, family-friendly destination to celebrate the season.
For information on nearby lodging. Request a Visit Michigan City LaPorte Visitor Guide.
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- 16 Minutes to Indiana Dunes
- 40 Minutes to South Shore
- 57 Minutes to Elkhart County
