Your Last-Minute Halloween Guide
TimeOut Chicago editor Emma Krupp’s job is to bring readers events that cater to a range of interests, neighborhoods, and lifestyles. Of course, Halloween weekend is a stacked calendar. Emma tells producer Simone Alicea some of the events she recommends.
Families
Party Procrastinators
Saints and Sinners at ROOF on theWit
Black Rose Halloween Party at Adalina
Sober Celebrations:
Film screenings at Davis Theater, Doc Films, and Music Box Theatre
Scary:
Haunted Halloween Ball at Congress Hotel
Basement of the Dead Haunted House
Plus, check out our guide to Chicago-themed costumes, including some last-minute options.
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