Spooky Science
Saturday, Oct. 13, 9:30 a.m. | Through Oct. 31
Museum of Science and Industry
5700 S. Lake Shore Drive
Prices vary. Museum admission required ($9-$15) | 773-684-1414
Tour and take part in nine Halloween-themed exhibitions and activities. Some activities require an additional fee. The museum closes at 4 p.m.
AutumnFest
Saturday, Oct. 20, 10:30 a.m.
Park Ridge Public Library
20 S. Prospect Ave.,
Free | 847-825-3123
A Halloween pet parade kicks off this community event. Children show off their Halloween costumes and create their own scarecrow
Watson Adventures Field of Screams Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Oct. 20, 1:30 p.m.
Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Drive
$33 | 312-922-9410
Just in time for Halloween: Watson Adventures heads a murder mystery hunt at the Field Museum. Ticket price includes museum admission.