4 Fun Fall Activities In Downers Grove

DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Fall kicked off Sept. 22, which means Downers Grove residents can start planning their autumnal activities. Here's a roundup of fun fall festivities in and around Downers Grove.

Specters and Spirits

Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.

Downers Grove Museum 831 Maple Ave. Downers Grove

Thrill-seekers who are 18 and older are invited to explore the village's eerie side with a tour that kicks off at Downers Grove Museum. The evening takes you to Lincoln Center and Main Street Cemetery for more spooky investigation with the help of paranormal experts. Appetizers and nonalcoholic drinks will be served.

The cost is $45 for residents and $67 for nonresidents. Click the link for tickets to Specters and Spirits.

Trick-or-Treat Trail

Oct. 26 at 10 a.m.

McCollum Park, 6801 Main St., Downers Grove

Kids three to 12 years old can dress in their Halloween costumes and stroll through McCollum Park, where other characters will pass out candy and other goodies. The event includes a touch-a-truck activity in the parking lot.

Tickets are $15 for residents and $23 for nonresidents. One adult can attend with each child ticket purchase. Click the link for Trick-or-Treat Trail tickets.

Boo Fest at Blodgett House

Oct. 31 at 3 p.m.

Downers Grove Museum, 831 Maple Ave. Downers Grove

Blodgett House will be decked out in scary decor for Boo Fest, a free Halloween celebration that's open to all ages. Visitors can trick-or-treat, play Halloween-inspired games and take part in a scavenger hunt.

No registration is required.

Wicked West Fest In Westmont

Throughout the month of October, nearby Westmont will celebrate Wicked West Fest. This year's festivities include a vampire murder mystery game, pumpkin painting, a casket race and other horrifying happenings.

Click the link to learn more about Wicked West Fest.