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.
Legacy of Courage in Bronze and Stone
The Community Veterans Memorial in Munster, is a 6.5-acre park dedicated to honoring those who served in the major military conflicts of the 20th century, including World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert Storm. Opened on June 1, 2003, the memorial features life-size bronze and granite sculptures set amidst thoughtfully landscaped settings that reflect the landscapes of war-torn lands. A brick pathway links these monuments, allowing visitors to experience each conflict’s unique narrative and symbolism.
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