Top 11 Neighborhoods to Trick-or-Treat Near Chicago

1. Southport

The Southport neighborhood in Lakeview goes all out for Halloween. Trick or treating takes place on Southport Avenue between Roscoe and Grace Street. The whole family can enjoy games, activities, snacks from local food vendors, craft beer for grownups, music, and trick-or-treating at local businesses. 

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Harper Avenue in Hyde Park, one of our favorite neighborhoods to trick or treat in Chicago. Photo courtesy of Anne Rossley Real Estate

2. Hyde Park and Kenwood 

With its historic mansions and tree-lined streets, Hyde Park is a storybook setting any time of year. Add a touch of ghostly decor, and you will feel transported into a scary-good tale. On Halloween night, locals flock to Harper Avenue between 57th and 59th Streets. Word on the street is that it can get crowded with long lines, so little ones should go early. Families looking for a more relaxed experience can check out nearby Kenwood on Dorchester between 48th and 50th Streets. 

3. Lincoln Park 

As one of Chicago’s most family-friendly neighborhoods, it's no surprise Lincoln Park makes our list of best trick-or-treating neighborhoods. Attend the Boo-tancial Bash at the Lincoln Park Conservatory on Thursday, Oct. 24th, head to the Spooktacular on Saturday the 26th or Sunday the 27th for trick-or-treating fun, magicians, stilt walkers, and more, and check out a special Halloween-themed performance of Blue Man Group on Sunday, Oct. 27th.  

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4. Buena Park

Kenmore Avenue is where you'll find all the trick-or-treating action in this Chicago neighborhood. The street will be closed off from Irving Park to Montrose and at Sheridan from 6pm-8pm on the 31st to ensure a safe experience for all who attend. There are also fun prizes like the scariest house and the best overall house, so get ready for some impressive decorations. 

5. Bucktown and Wicker Park   

Bucktown and Wicker Park are favorites of Chicago parents for trick-or-treating. On the 31st, head to the WPB Trick-or-Treat, where local businesses will be handing out candy.

6. Andersonville

Named the second coolest neighborhood in the country by Conde Nast Traveler, Andersonville celebrates Halloween for the whole month with fun events throughout the local business district. 

 
Logan Square is one of the best neighborhoods for trick-or-treating in Chicago. Photo by Kate Connealy, via the Logan Square Halloween Parade Facebook page

7. Logan Square

With all the hip, young families that live in Logan Square, it is no surprise that this Chicago neighborhood is one of the best places to go trick or treating. The annual Logan Square Halloween Parade takes place on Sunday, October 29. On Halloween, kids can trick-or-treat up and down Logan Boulevard.

8. Lincoln Square 

Lincoln Square or Lincoln SCARED? Bad jokes aside, Lincoln Square is a top choice for Halloween activities. The Lincoln Square business district transforms into Lincoln Scared on Sunday, October 27, when businesses hand out free candy to costumed kids. 

9. Norwood Park

This far northwest side neighborhood has great Halloween vibes with its beautiful and historic houses. Visit the gorgeous, old houses in the neighborhood for traditional trick or treating. The neighborhood's family-friendly feel with more houses and fewer apartments appeals to many north-side families.

10. Naperville

It's not a neighborhood, it's a suburb. But it's a suburb where you clean up on pre-Halloween trick-or-treating from local businesses and attractions. Trick or treat at Naper Settlement and the Naperville Riverwalk. And if that's not enough, we recommend the big houses just north of Hobson Road and east of Washington.

11. Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights has a ton of fun Halloween events for families. On October 26th, head to Pioneer Park in your costumes for a trunk-or-treat through the Arlington Heights Park District. Arlington Heights neighborhoods also go all out with decorations and treats on October 31st.