Scream Scene! Devonshire County Fair, Bump in the Night +

October 6, 2023

This weekend: Scream Scene has arrived!

With it's chainsaw maniacs and insane clown maze, Scream Scene has been terrifying visitors since 1997. This year's haunted house features new characters, new sets and new scenes, bringing fresh horror to those who dare to enter!

Parental discretion advised:

Not recommended for children under 10!

Scream Scene

October 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 28, 29, 7-10 p.m. October 21 & 28 – 7-11 p.m.

Skokie Water Playground

4701 Oakton St.

$13/person (tickets available in October)

'Lights On' Scream Scene

Saturday, October 28, 3-5 p.m.

$3/person (tickets available in October)

'Glow Stick Night' at Scream Scene

Saturday, November 4, 7-10 p.m.

$13/person (tickets available in October, glow stick provided)

Spend the afternoon at the Devonshire County Fair

Come one, come all to the Devonshire County Fair! Featuring a performance of heroes and princesses, a bounce house, a petting zoo, hay rides, field games, arts and crafts, circus activities, fantasy makeup, dance parties, food, and live performances of blues, folk and country music.

$15/person. Purchase tickets below or onsite the day of event. Children under 2 are free.

Sunday, October 8, 12:30–3:30 p.m.

Devonshire Cultural Center

4400 Greenwood St.

Things That Go Bump in the Night

Meet some of the fascinating (but often misunderstood) nighttime creatures of Emily Oaks Nature Center!

This popular family event is intended to be fun and informative, not frightening. As you walk along the trails, you will "bump into" costumed characters like Raccoon, Bullfrog, Thundercloud and Cricket. Your visit will end at a campfire with cider and songs.

For all ages.

Friday, October 13, 6–8:15 p.m.

Saturday, October 14, 5:30–8:15 p.m.

Emily Oaks Nature Center

4650 Brummel St.

Fee per person: $7

The last Flea Market Frenzy of 2023!

Browse hidden treasures and find great prices on items such as antiques, holiday decor, dishes, clothing, tools, electronics, video games, jewelry, books, music, movies, art, vinyl, and other totally weird stuff! 



Free admission!

Sunday, October 15, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Oakton Community Center

4701 Oakton St.

Check out the district's October Happenings calendar!

If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in October, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.

Click on the calendar below to view it and access its links.

Click here for the entire calendar of events at the Skokie Park District.