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.
Valpo’s Holly Days Extravaganza

Valpo Holly Days winter
December 6, 2025
Holly Days in Valparaiso is a festive celebration that lights up the city with holiday cheer. Enjoy local shopping, seasonal treats, live music, and fun family activities. Don’t miss the dazzling decorations and community events that bring friends and neighbors together, creating warm memories and a joyful holiday spirit.
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