{"id":23200,"date":"2017-10-13T14:07:21","date_gmt":"2017-10-13T19:07:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=23200"},"modified":"2017-10-13T14:07:21","modified_gmt":"2017-10-13T19:07:21","slug":"family-activities-october-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/family-activities-october-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Family-Friendly Activities This Month in Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>October is filled with activities perfect for the whole family. From Halloween-themed events to classic farmers markets, here&#8217;s what to do with the family this month.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hofbrauhauschicago.com\/blog\/oktoberfest\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hofbr\u00e4uhaus Chicago Oktoberfest<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23229\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23229\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/11008013_1582962631949656_416967114_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23229\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/11008013_1582962631949656_416967114_n.jpg\" alt=\"family activities october chicago\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/11008013_1582962631949656_416967114_n.jpg 640w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/11008013_1582962631949656_416967114_n-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/11008013_1582962631949656_416967114_n-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/11008013_1582962631949656_416967114_n-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/11008013_1582962631949656_416967114_n-550x550.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23229\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: Hofbrauhaus via Instagram<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: Food, fun and more in the sister location to the original in Munich, Germany. Check out traditional German fare and music along with kids&#8217; parades and other family-friendly activities.<\/p>\n<p>Where: Hofbr\u00e4uhaus Chicago, 5500 Park Place, Rosemont, IL 60018<\/p>\n<p>When: Now through October 29, Sunday-Thursday 11am &#8211; 11pm, Friday and Saturday 11am &#8211; 2am<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hardrock.com\/cafes\/chicago\/event-calendar.aspx?category=4042&amp;date=\" target=\"_blank\">Pumpkin Patch in the Hard Rock Cafe Parking Lot<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23208\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23208\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/21751394_10155715354627760_6394988780456590331_n.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23208\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/21751394_10155715354627760_6394988780456590331_n.jpg\" alt=\"family activities october chicago\" width=\"640\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/21751394_10155715354627760_6394988780456590331_n.jpg 640w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/21751394_10155715354627760_6394988780456590331_n-600x394.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/21751394_10155715354627760_6394988780456590331_n-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23208\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hardrock.com\/cafes\/chicago\/event-calendar.aspx?category=-1&amp;pagenumber=5&amp;date=10\/1\/2017\" target=\"_blank\">Hard Rock Cafe<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: A somewhat traditional pumpkin patch in the heart of the city. Pick up your pumpkins, gourds and more along with costumes and carving kits.<\/p>\n<p>Where: Hard Rock Cafe Chicago, 63 West Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60654<\/p>\n<p>When: Now through November 3 from 10am &#8211; 8pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lpzoo.org\/fall-fest\" target=\"_blank\">Fall Fest at Lincoln Park Zoo<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23209\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23209\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/fallfestlpz131005_252touched1200x628_0.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-23209\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/fallfestlpz131005_252touched1200x628_0-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"fall activities october chicago\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/fallfestlpz131005_252touched1200x628_0-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/fallfestlpz131005_252touched1200x628_0-600x314.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/fallfestlpz131005_252touched1200x628_0-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/fallfestlpz131005_252touched1200x628_0.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23209\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lpzoo.org\/blog\/join-us-fall-fest\" target=\"_blank\">Lincoln Park Zoo<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: A family-friendly event in the city that has corn mazes, a Ferris wheel and hay wagon rides.<\/p>\n<p>Where: Lincoln Park Zoo,\u00a02001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614<\/p>\n<p>When: Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until October 29 from 10am to 5pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofchicago.org\/city\/en\/depts\/dca\/supp_info\/maxwell_street_market.html\" target=\"_blank\">Maxwell Street Market<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23210\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23210\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/msm800.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23210\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/msm800.jpg\" alt=\"fall activities october chicago\" width=\"800\" height=\"554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/msm800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/msm800-600x416.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/msm800-300x208.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23210\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofchicago.org\/city\/en\/depts\/dca\/supp_info\/maxwellstreetmarket.html\" target=\"_blank\">City of Chicago<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: A Mexican-inspired outdoor market that sells jewelry and crafts. Come hungry for traditional Mexican street food and live music.<\/p>\n<p>Where:\u00a0Maxwell Street Market, 800 South Des Plaines Street, Chicago, IL 60607<\/p>\n<p>When: Every Sunday from 7am to 3pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/cascadedrivein.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cascade Drive-In<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23228\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23228\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-23228\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"family activities october chicago\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c-1300x975.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/e78df8c8-8017-4123-ae51-96844956c69c.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23228\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.waymarking.com\/gallery\/image.aspx?f=1&amp;guid=803423e4-a70b-40b8-bcd3-803fd76e19bd\" target=\"_blank\">Waymarking<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: Take your family back in time to one of the last operating drive-in\u00a0theaters in Chicago. Cascade features classic and throwback films that the whole family will enjoy.<\/p>\n<p>Where:\u00a0Cascade Drive-In, 1100 East North Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185<\/p>\n<p>When: Now through November 30 at 7pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.czs.org\/boo\" target=\"_blank\">Boo! at the Zoo<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23230\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23230\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/215b3067680a9fbe9f2310abd97b5c3a.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23230\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/215b3067680a9fbe9f2310abd97b5c3a.jpg\" alt=\"family activities october chicago\" width=\"900\" height=\"686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/215b3067680a9fbe9f2310abd97b5c3a.jpg 900w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/215b3067680a9fbe9f2310abd97b5c3a-600x457.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/215b3067680a9fbe9f2310abd97b5c3a-300x229.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23230\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/64598575878933751\/?lp=true\" target=\"_blank\">Jim Schulz for AP via Pinterest<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: The classic Halloween event returns to Brookfield Zoo this month. Check out hayrides, pumpkin carving, and costume contests for $10.50 per child and $15 per adult.<\/p>\n<p>Where:\u00a0Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513<\/p>\n<p>When: October 21 and 28 from 10am to 4pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/GlenviewFarmersMarket\/\" target=\"_blank\">Glenview Farmers Market<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23231\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23231\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/22220866_1088799831257191_453207551824101376_n1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-23231\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/22220866_1088799831257191_453207551824101376_n1-1024x957.jpg\" alt=\"family activities october chicago\" width=\"1024\" height=\"957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/22220866_1088799831257191_453207551824101376_n1-1024x957.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/22220866_1088799831257191_453207551824101376_n1-600x561.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/22220866_1088799831257191_453207551824101376_n1-300x280.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/22220866_1088799831257191_453207551824101376_n1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23231\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/historicwagnerfarm\/\" target=\"_blank\">Historic Wagner Farm via Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: Your standard fresh food-filled farmers market that also offers live entertainment and activities for the kids.<\/p>\n<p>Where:\u00a0Historic Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview, IL 60025<\/p>\n<p>When: Every Saturday from 8am to noon<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lpzoo.org\/spooky-zoo-spectacular\" target=\"_blank\">Spooky Zoo Spectacular at LPZ<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23232\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23232\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2013spookyzoo20touched1200.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-23232\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2013spookyzoo20touched1200-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"fall activities october chicago\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2013spookyzoo20touched1200-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2013spookyzoo20touched1200-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2013spookyzoo20touched1200-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2013spookyzoo20touched1200.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23232\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lpzoo.org\/blog\/auspicious-anniversary\" target=\"_blank\">Lincoln Park Zoo<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: All of your classic Halloween activities like trick-or-treating and crafts, all in one place. And it&#8217;s free!<\/p>\n<p>Where:\u00a0Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614<\/p>\n<p>When: October 28 from 10am to 1pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/festival.facets.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">34th Annual Chicago International Children\u2019s Film Festival<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23233\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23233\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/donate_card_cicff.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23233\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/donate_card_cicff.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Credit: Chicago International Children's Film Festival\" width=\"900\" height=\"529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/donate_card_cicff.jpg 900w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/donate_card_cicff-600x353.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/donate_card_cicff-300x176.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23233\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facets.org\/donate\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chicago International Children&#8217;s Film Festival<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: The largest annual children&#8217;s film festival is making its 34th appearance in Chicago. With only $6 for admission for children, it&#8217;s a wallet-friendly activity for the whole family.<\/p>\n<p>Where:\u00a0Various theaters in and around Chicago<\/p>\n<p>When: October 27 through November 5, showtimes vary<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/chicago.legolanddiscoverycenter.com\/whats-inside\/events\/brick-or-treat\/\" target=\"_blank\">Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND Chicago<\/a><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23234\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23234\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bot-landing_1800x900.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-23234\" src=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bot-landing_1800x900-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"fall activities october chicago\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bot-landing_1800x900-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bot-landing_1800x900-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bot-landing_1800x900-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bot-landing_1800x900-1300x731.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bot-landing_1800x900.jpg 1170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23234\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legoland.com\/florida\/planning-your-visit\/special-events\/brick-or-treat-event\/\" target=\"_blank\">Legoland<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>What: Trick-or-treating for Legos and scavenger hunts are available Halloween weekend at LEGOLAND. Children wearing costumes get $5 off regular admission.<\/p>\n<p>Where:\u00a0LEGOLAND Discovery Center, 601 North Martingale Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173<\/p>\n<p>When: Oct. 27-31 from 10am to 7pm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>October is filled with activities perfect for the whole family. From Halloween-themed events to classic farmers markets, here&#8217;s what to do with the family this month. &nbsp; Hofbr\u00e4uhaus&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2017,"featured_media":23231,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1594],"tags":[2859,1339,972,2361,203,190,170,1047,3064,3065,3067,254,3066,1645,3062,3063],"class_list":["post-23200","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-category-family","tag-activities","tag-brookfield-zoo","tag-family","tag-family-activities","tag-family-friendly","tag-festival","tag-free","tag-halloween","tag-hard-rock-cafe","tag-hofbrauhaus","tag-legoland","tag-lincoln-park-zoo","tag-maxwell-street-market","tag-october","tag-october-events","tag-things-to-do-in-october"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v21.4 (Yoast SEO v26.8) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>10 Family-Friendly Activities This Month in Chicago<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Family activities are everywhere this month in Chicago. 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