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.
Webs in the Moonlight: A Dunes Night Hike
October 25, 2025
Embark on a thrilling Spider Hunt Night Hike at Indiana Dunes! As darkness falls, explore the trails by flashlight to discover the fascinating world of nocturnal spiders. Learn about their unique behaviors, glowing eyes, and intricate webs while experiencing the magic of the dunes after dark in this family-friendly adventure.
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- 32 Minutes to South Shore
- 24 Minutes to Michigan City
- 70 Minutes to Elkhart County
