Magic, monsters, and mythical entertainment will be summoned on the grounds of Naper Settlement during this annual fall festival for families with children 16 and under. Come as you are or wear a costume (no masks or weapons) and overcome your fears with a line-up of Halloween-themed outdoor activities, art, performances, and more.

This year's All Hallows Eve experience promises to be our most spine-chilling yet with a line-up of all new experiences including:
Dress for the Dead Costume Contest
Screams from the Unknown Outdoor Haunt - ($5 add-on ticket)
Día De Los Muertos Experience
Alice's Unbirthday Party
Gargoyle Graveyard and More.

New Activities and Performances:
Enter our Dress for the Dead Costume Contest.
New this year, visitors are welcome to wear a costume (no masks and weapons) and enter our Dress for the Dead costume contest in the Log House for the chance to win up to $500. Please read the costume policy, as it will be strictly enforced for the safety of our guests and staff.  Prizes will be distributed the week following the event at Naper Settlement. Categories include:

Youth Individual ($250)
Adult 18+ Individual ($250)
Group / Family - require 2 or more participants ($500)

Screams from the Unknown Outdoor Haunt:
$5/per person – Tickets available adjacent to the Haunt near Century Memorial Chapel

Pass through our 800-square-foot outdoor haunted experience. You’ll walk through dark corridors of the unknown. This gruesome haunt isn’t for the faint of heart and is filled with surprises around every corner. Each turn will have you on pins and needles wondering what’s coming next This experience is not recommended for young children and/or those who are easily scared. This is an add-on, timed ticketed experience for $5/per person. Timed tickets can be purchased adjacent to the haunt near Century Memorial Chapel. Limited quantities are available; first come, first served.  

Día De Los Muertos Experience:
Artists and performers will bring Día De Muertos to Naper Settlement with a new immersive, artistic collaboration that pays tribute to the holiday. Visitors will behold a breathtaking altar and life-size alebrijes, watch folkloric dance by Ballet Folklorico and performances by Mariachi Aurora, make a Día De Muertos art print using a tortilla press created by local artist Salvador Jimenez Flores, and more. ALMAS (Alliance of Latinos Motivating Action in the Suburbs)  will provide sugar skull painting and more information about Día De Muertos and Naperville's 2nd annual Día de Muertos celebration.

Alice in Wonderland's Un-Birthday Party:
Enter a geodesic dome and fall down the rabbit hole to a wonderland unlike any other. Don’t be late, we’re having a tea party for your un-birthday. Presented by Intrinsic Arts.

Gargoyle Graveyard:
Wander the graveyard and take a picture with the Martin Mitchel Mansion Gargoyle created by nationally recognized Naperville artist Paul Kuhn.

Other activities include:
Zombie Maze
Monster Jams by School of Rock
The Sorcerer's Apprentice - Presented by Magical Starlight Theatre
Alien Autopsy - Presented by Big Nazo
Bubble Bubble Toil and Trouble - Presented by Joyful Bubbles
Mobile Game Theater featuring Scary Video Games - Presented by Windy City Game Theater
Blacklight Canvas Painting  - Presented by Pinot’s Palette
Laser Tag - Presented by Chasers Laser Tag
Axe Throwing - Minor participants must have a parent and/or guardian sign a waiver before participating.
Zombie Door Photo-Op

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Date: October 18 - 19, 2024

Location:

Naper Settlement
200 W Porter Avenue
Naperville, IL 60540

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