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Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade 2026
Fall festival in Chicago, IL, confirmed for Halloween 2026 on its official site.
- Type
- Fall festival
- 2026 dates
- Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
- Hours
- 6pm-8pm
- Price
- Free
- Suggested age
- All Ages (Family-friendly)
- Scare level
- 1 of 5
- Address
- Columbus Dr (Balbo Dr to Jackson Blvd), Chicago, IL 60601
Chicago's official nighttime Halloween parade along Columbus Drive, produced by local cultural organizations with large-scale puppets and floats.
- giant puppets
- costumed performers
- illuminated floats
- 12th annual parade
Quick Answers
When is Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade open for Halloween 2026?
Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade: Saturday, Oct 24, 2026, 6pm-8pm. Dates can change, so check the official site before you go.
How much does Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade cost?
Free (from the official site).
Is Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade scary for kids?
BooMap suggests All Ages and rates it 1 of 5 ghosts on our scare scale. The venue says: Family-friendly.
Where is Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade?
Columbus Dr (Balbo Dr to Jackson Blvd), Chicago, IL 60601.
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