Whether you like parades, tours, parties or old school trick or treating, there are lots of free and cheap Halloween events to explore all over Chicago. Check out everything from boat rides to shopping and fall fests in our roundup below.

Float along Lake Michigan for a different kind of spooky fun.
Adults Night Out Howl-o-Ween at Lincoln Park Zoo
Head to the zoo for a night filled with growls and treats.
National Museum of Mexican Art Dios De Los Muertos
Celebrate with the Mexican tradition of honoring loved ones who have passed on.

Stroll down Montrose Avenue for Halloween treats, drinks and fun.
Free Chicago Haunting Night Tour Walk
Check out spooky downtown landmarks during this guided tour.
Slightly Spooky Saturday at Navy Pier
Trick-or-treating and art performances make this a multi-faceted Halloween celebration.
Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade
The granddaddy of all Chicago Halloween parades offers costume prizes and non-stop revelry.








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