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Halloween in Chicago 2024: Best Events, Parades, and Celebrations that You Shouldn’t Miss!

 Your inner monster and ghoul must be getting extremely eager for Halloween 2024 by now. You won’t want to miss a single eerie moment as the Windy City gets ready to turn into a magnificent wonderland of spectral pleasures and exuberant festivity. We’ll showcase the must-see sights, the most extravagant costume competitions, and the eerily delicious food that will delight every goblin and ghoul.👻

This Halloween is the ideal occasion to join the city in ringing in a night of pure pleasure, whether you’ve lived here for a long time or are a first-time visitor. Get your broomsticks and capes ready, and get set for the best Halloween 2024 celebrations Chicago has ever experienced.

Here are your Best of Halloween Celebration in Chicago 2024:

1) 27th Annual Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade

The famed Chicago 27th Annual Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade turns Northalsted’s colorful avenues into a spooky Halloween treat. As hundreds of people witness an amazing display of costumes, marching bands, and floats, an eerie aura permeates the streets. As candy pours from the floats, trick-or-treaters will be ecstatic, and onlookers will take in the joyous scene. The Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade honors creativity, community, and the Halloween spirit.

Date & Time: Thu Oct 31 2024 at 06:30 pm to 07:30 pm

Location: Northalsted | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/27th-annual-haunted-halsted-halloween-parade-eid1nt6lbkmmu

2) 10th Annual Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade 2024

This October 19th, as the 10th Annual Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade takes center stage on State Street in Chicago, behold a mystical spectacle. This magical twilight procession, which is being sponsored by Barry Callebaut and has significant backing from the Chicago Loop Alliance, is expected to be a visually stunning and eerie spectacle. World-class institutions, acclaimed Chicago cultural organizations, and up-and-coming artists have painstakingly created each component of this visual feast, which honors Halloween as the “artist’s holiday.”

Date & Time: Sat Oct 19 2024 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-05:00

Location: State Street | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/10th-annual-arts-in-the-dark-halloween-parade-2024-eid1nt6a7bi17

3) 3rd Annual South Loop Halloween Crawl

All you lovers of Halloween and daring bar hoppers, unite! Put October 26 on your calendars and come to Chicago for the 3rd Annual South Loop Halloween Crawl. A night of frightening fun, amazing costume contests, and epic pub crawls across the lively South Loop neighborhood are all promised at this exciting event. As everyone gets ready to go on a terrifying journey, the atmosphere is electrifying. You’ll visit several of South Loop’s trendiest bars throughout the evening, each of which has special Halloween-themed beverages, delectable food specials, and exciting music.

Date & Time: Sat Oct 26 2024 at 12:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-05:00

Location: HUE Chicago | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/3rd-annual-south-loop-halloween-crawl-eid6hfwc47pckd

4) Nightmare on Chicago Street 2024

Every year, Elgin, Illinois’s streets are turned into a terrifying zombie apocalypse for Nightmare on Chicago Street 2024, so get ready! You’ll be sucked into a world of spine-tingling thrills as you make your way through the eerie maze, come across horrifying monsters, and take in thrilling live performances. Opt to become a part of the action by joining the ranks of the undead or remain a scared spectator in the Safe Zone. A terrifying atmosphere, interactive features, and life-changing events make Nightmare on Chicago Street the ideal Halloween celebration spot for friends and family. Don’t pass on this frightfully entertaining event!

Date & Time: Sat Oct 19 2024 at 06:00 pm to 11:00 pm UTC-05:00

Location: E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120, United States | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/nightmare-on-chicago-street-2024-eid4a7e9cc7dw

5) Haunted Halloween Monsters Ball 2024 at Hard Rock Cafe

At the Haunted Halloween Monsters Ball in 2024, let your inner monster loose! This thrilling Halloween celebration at Chicago’s Hard Rock Cafe promises an evening filled with ghoulish thrills and unforgettable enjoyment. Entering the legendary location will transport you to a magical Halloween realm. Using eerie décor, the Hard Rock Cafe is altered, setting the mood for the evening’s events with a chilly ambiance. You can’t help but move and groove all night long as DJs spin a variety of Halloween-themed songs on the throbbing dance floor.

Date & Time: Sat Oct 26 2024 at 09:30 pm to Sun Oct 27 2024 at 04:00 am UTC-05:00

Location: Hard Rock Cafe | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/haunted-halloween-monsters-ball-2024-at-hard-rock-cafe-eid6hfrp8put9q

6) Chicago Halloween Party Cruise | Pier Pressure Black Pearl

The excitement of a Halloween party meets the spectacular beauty of a Chicago cruise at this one-of-a-kind event on October 26. On the Chicago Halloween Party Cruise Pier Pressure Black Pearl, set sail for a fantastic Halloween journey! You’ll be taken to a world of eerie fun and adventure as soon as you board the Spirit of Chicago, which has been turned into a replica of Captain Jack Sparrow’s famed Black Pearl. Excitement permeates the air as fellow pirates decked out in the most inventive of costumes, mingle and swap tales.

Date & Time: Sat Oct 26 2024 at 09:00 pm to Sun Oct 27 2024 at 12:00 am UTC-05:00

Location: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/chicago-halloween-party-cruise-pier-pressure%C2%AE-black-pearl-eid4a7e517ois

7) Illumination | A Halloween Gala of Light, Life, and Hope

The fascinating event at Chicago’s Moonlight Studios presents a special fusion of creative marvel, philanthropic giving, and Halloween fun. Illumination A Halloween Gala of Light, Life, and Hope will dazzle you, so be ready! Enjoy delectable sweets from floating dessert tables, lose yourself in a world of lit art installations, and dance the night away to the infectious sounds of well-known DJs all while promoting research on uncommon diseases. For individuals who want to change the world and love Halloween, this is a night of unique events.

Date & Time: Sat Oct 26 2024 at 09:00 pm to Sun Oct 27 2024 at 02:00 am UTC-06:00

Location: Moonlight Studios | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/illumination-a-halloween-gala-of-light-life-and-hope-eid1nt65reu98

8) Sanctum Dark Music Festival

Get ready to be immersed in a world of darkness at Sanctum Dark Music Festival! This three-day extravaganza, taking place on Halloween and November 1st at Thalia Hall in Chicago, promises a haunting journey through the depths of industrial, goth, and post-punk music. Prepare to be captivated by a lineup of incredible bands, including Lebanon Hanover, Qual, Light Asylum, Rendez-vous, Curses, Ultra Sunn, Kris Baha, TRAITRS, Un Hombre Solo, and Echodroides. The historic ambiance of Thalia Hall, combined with the festival’s carefully curated atmosphere, creates a truly haunting experience.

Date & Time: Fri Nov 01 2024 at 06:00 pm UTC+05:00

Location: Thalia Hall | Chicago, Illinois

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/sanctum-dark-music-festival-eid1ing95sen0h

9) Massive Halloween House Music Party with $2000 Costume Contest

The exciting event, which takes place on October 26 at Chicago’s VU Rooftop, promises a night of pounding beats, eerie vibes, and the opportunity to win a massive $2,000 costume contest. Prepare yourself to have a great time dancing at the Massive Halloween House Music Party! Take in the amazing city vistas and the eerie ambiance as you make your way to the 22nd story. Enjoy the contagious beats, make new friends who share your passion for house music, and make lifelong memories. Try not to miss this fantastic Halloween event!

Date & Time: Sat Oct 26 2024 at 04:00 pm to 11:59 pm UTC-06:00

Location: VU Rooftop Bar | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/massive-halloween-house-music-party-with-$2000-costume-contest-eid1nt60win61

10) The Boos & Booze Chicago Halloween Bar Crawls

The spectacular occasions, which happen on different days in October, provide an exciting opportunity to celebrate Halloween in style. At The Boos & Booze Chicago Halloween Bar Crawls, be ready for an eerie good time! Together with your pals, explore the lively bar scene, savor themed beverages and eerie décor, and make great memories. For those looking to celebrate Halloween in style, these Halloween Bar Crawls offer exclusive drink specials, convenient check-in locations, and no cover charge.

Date & Time: Sat Oct 26 2024 at 02:00 pm to 10:00 pm UTC-05:00

Location: Chicago, Illinois | Chicago, IL

More Info: https://hunthalloween.com/event/the-boos-andamp-booze-chicago-halloween-bar-crawls-eid4a7eebqpwq

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