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.
One-of-a-Kind Gifts at Goertzen Pottery for Everyone on Your List
Step into Goertzen Pottery this holiday season and discover unique, handcrafted treasures perfect for gifting. From beautifully glazed mugs to decorative bowls, each piece carries charm and craftsmanship. Warm, welcoming, and full of festive spirit, Goertzen Pottery is the ideal spot to find meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.
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