Bump in the Night, flea market, Zombie Tag +

October 13, 2023

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. Event will be held indoors in case of rain.

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 here after Saturday at 10 a.m., for possible cancellation due to rain.

Zombie Tag and a Movie!

Will you survive the night or will a Zombie get to you? Bring the whole family and meet at Oakton Park to play a giant game of tag with a Zombie twist to gear up for Halloween. Tag will be followed by a showing of the film, 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' on the Oakton lawn. All participants must pre-register. Feel free to come in costume! Ages 5+

Thursday, October 19, 5:30–8 p.m.

Oakton Park

4701 Oakton St.

Admission: $10/$12

Devonshire Playhouse presents

The Drowsy Chaperone

A winner of five Tony Awards, The Drowsy Chaperone opens with a man in a chair appearing on stage and putting on the cast recording of a fictitious musical. Then, the recording comes to life featuring two lovers on the eve of their wedding, a bumbling best man, a desperate theatre producer, a not-so-bright hostess, two gangsters posing as pastry chefs, a misguided Don Juan and an intoxicated chaperone. Get ready for an evening of madcap delights!

Saturdays, October 21 & 28 / 7P

Sundays, October 22 & 29/ 3P

Devonshire Playhouse

4400 Greenwood St.

Tickets: $25 – Adults / $20 – Students & Seniors

Available at the Devonshire Cultural Center and online below.

Visit the legendary Scream Scene haunted house!

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 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)

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.