Local families filled downtown Lombard with Halloween fun at Spooktacular on October 18.

LS Hair Design sponsored a costume contest and named the Pink Ladies the cutest, the Scooby-Doo family the best group, the Ghost Bride the scariest, and Cracker Jack the most creative.

Winners whose names were not collected are asked to contact LS Hair Design at 630-629-0505 or lshairdesign1101@gmail.com to claim their prizes.

Lombard’s Halloween House Tour features 26 decorated homes participating in the Lombard Park District’s Halloween House Decorating Contest.

Families can take a self-guided drive through town, enjoy creative Halloween displays and vote for their favorite home.

The article includes the complete list of participating addresses along with the official voting link.

Plan a Halloween display tour around Glen Ellyn using the interactive map. More than 20 homes have registered; community voting runs October 15–25.

Get carving, Glen Ellyn! The Glen Ellyn Park District invites all ages to submit jack-o’-lanterns for its Pumpkins on Main Halloween display.

Drop off your carved pumpkin at Main Street Recreation Center on October 27 or 28 between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. Pumpkins will be on display outside October 27–31, and participants could win prizes. Registration is required, but participation is free at gepark.org.

The Lombard Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association is seeking community support for its 28th annual Shop-With-A-Cop program.

The group hopes to help at least 10 local families by pairing children nominated by Lombard schools with police officers and academy alumni for a festive shopping experience at Dick’s Sporting Goods and JCPenney.

Residents and businesses can help bring holiday cheer to local children by supporting the program.

Learn about the association and ways to help at lombardcpaaa.org.

Villa Park will open a permanent Story Stroll along the half-mile path at North Terrace Park.

The installation was funded by the Friends of the Villa Park Public Library and created with the library and Parks and Recreation Department.

Families can read a story one panel at a time while walking through the park, with a new featured book planned each quarter.

The ribbon-cutting will be held from 3–4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at North Terrace Park, 300 N. Westmore Ave. Villa Park

Hadley eighth graders Harper Kunkel, Graham Ross and Neel Shah have been selected as student representatives on the District 41 Board of Education. Each will represent one of Hadley’s grade levels for the remainder of the school year.

Glenbard District 87 is proposing 12 new dual-credit courses with College of DuPage for the 2027–28 school year, plus a new Digital Art and Animation 2 course.

The expansion would create a 17-course Glenbard College Core and could allow juniors and seniors to earn as many as 37 transferable college-credit hours during the regular school day.

Courses would be taught by qualified Glenbard teachers who also serve as COD adjunct faculty, with no additional tuition charged to students.

The plan remains preliminary and requires final Board of Education approval.

Glen Ellyn is discounting train station parking permits for 2027 and 2028 as downtown station and pedestrian-underpass construction approaches.

Annual permits will cost $460 for residents, $690 for nonresidents and $230 for merchants.

Current parking arrangements remain in place for now.

When construction closes the station lots, permit holders will move to the Duane and Lorraine lot, while daily Passport Parking will shift to Duane and Forest.

Daily parking will then end at Duane and Lorraine and at Main Street and the Prairie Path.

No construction or relocation date has been finalized.

The village says commuters will receive advance notice before any parking changes begin.

Nearly 90 participants representing 13 teams joined the October 4 Great Prairie CROP Hunger Walk in Lombard, raising $18,300 toward a $25,000 goal.

The three-mile walk honored longtime supporter Terry Witt, and volunteers assembled 100 hygiene kits for Church World Service afterward.

Proceeds benefit international relief and five area food pantries, including two in Lombard and one in Villa Park.

Donations are still being accepted. https://events.crophungerwalk.org/chw/event/lombardil

Three-Town Village Meetings: October 20–27 rounds up public meetings across Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park.

Highlights include Lombard’s Finance & Administration Committee, Glen Ellyn’s Plan Commission and Oct. 26 Village Board meetings, and Villa Park’s Oct. 26 Board of Trustees meeting plus several commissions on Oct. 27.

Villa Park’s Local Liquor Control Commission meeting on October 27 is listed as canceled.

Lombard Village President Anthony Puccio and District 3 Trustee Bernie Dudek will meet with residents during Coffee With the Village President on Saturday, October 24.

The informal gathering runs from 8:30–10 a.m. at Yorktown Center and will include conversation about village initiatives, development and economic activity.

LOCATION: Yorktown Center, 203 Yorktown Center, The Square entrance, Lombard

Lombard recognized its 2026 Citizens Fire Academy graduates at the October 7 Community Open House after a program of classroom learning and hands-on activities.

Lombard firefighters are wearing pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Purchase a $25 shirt at Fire Station 45, 50 E. St. Charles Road, while supplies last. All proceeds benefit the Bhorade Cancer Care Center at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital.

Early voting is underway for the November 3 General Election. Yorktown Center opens October 19, with weekday hours of 8 a.m.–7 p.m. and weekend hours of 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

The Ackerman Haunted Trail returns October 22 from 4–9 p.m. at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center. Earlier hours are designed to be less scary, while the trail becomes more intense after 6 p.m.

Castle After Dark takes over Enchanted Castle October 22 from 8 p.m. to midnight for ages 21 and older. Tickets are $35 in advance or $45 at the door.

Lombard Park District hosts Monster Bash on Thursday, October 22, from 12:30–1:30 p.m. at Sunset Knoll Recreation Center.

Children can enjoy spooky games, Halloween treats and costume fun during the one-hour event.

DATE: Thursday, October 22, 2026

TIME: 12:30–1:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Sunset Knoll Recreation Center, 820 S. Finley Road, Lombard

Lombard Veterinary Hospital will host a Veterinary Exploring Post for ages 14–20 on Thursday, October 22, from 7–8:30 p.m.

Students and young adults can learn about veterinary science, explore animal care career paths, enjoy hands-on experiences, and build skills and confidence.

The event will take place at 244 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard.

For more information and registration details, email drernat@lombardvet.com.

Bill Karges presents “Gardening in the 1970s” October 23 at 1 p.m. at the Lombard Community Building. The program is free and open to the public.

The Meadowlarks Quilt Club Craft Fair takes place Friday, October 23, from 9:00 AM to noon at Sunset Knoll Recreation Center in Lombard.

Stop by to browse unique handmade items and crafts and celebrate local creativity.

LOCATION: 820 S. Finley Road, Lombard.

Browse handmade goods from more than 30 local artisans at Glen Ellyn Park District’s Autumn Craft Fair October 24, noon–4 p.m. Admission is free.

Villa Park Historical Society hosts Trick or Treat for Halloween at the Historical Museum on Saturday, October 24.

Families can stop by from 1–4 p.m. for an afternoon Halloween visit at the museum.

DATE: Saturday, October 24, 2026

TIME: 1–4 p.m.

LOCATION: Villa Park Historical Museum, 220 S. Villa Avenue, Villa Park

New Philharmonic presents A Tribute to Scotland at the McAninch Arts Center October 24 at 7:30 p.m. and October 25 at 3 p.m.

Guest violinist David Taylor joins a program featuring Mendelssohn’s Scottish symphony, Bruch’s Scottish Fantasy and Davies’ An Orkney Wedding, with Sunrise.

A free MAC Chat begins one hour before each performance.

Boo Bash brings a trick-or-treat trail, characters, snacks and take-home pumpkins to Ackerman Park on October 24, noon–1:30 p.m.

Children ages 2–10 must attend with an adult; only children register.

SCARCE’s eighth Repair Fair takes place October 24 from 9 a.m. to noon, with electronics repair, mending, jewelry repair and sharpening among the planned services.

The fourth annual Glenbard East Boosters Craft and Vendor Fair takes place Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at Glenbard East High School, 1014 S. Main St., Lombard.

Admission is free, with more than 100 vendors, raffle drawings at 2 p.m. and concessions available for purchase.

Enter through Door 7 on the north side of the school.

Families can start Halloween celebrations a week early with Glen Ellyn’s downtown Halloween parade and trick-or-treating at participating businesses.

DATE: Saturday, October 24, 2026

TIME: Staging 9:30 a.m.; parade 9:45 a.m.; crafts, games and trick-or-treating 10 a.m. to noon

Location: Downtown Glen Ellyn; parade staging at the Glenwood Station lot, Main Street and Crescent Boulevard

Poppies Pasta celebrates one year October 24 with $6 gnocchi trios for the first 100 people in-store at 332 E. St. Charles Road, Villa Park.

St. Alexander Council of Catholic Women presents its annual Crafters’ Holiday and Bake Sale Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 230 S. Cornell Avenue in Villa Park.

Shop crafts and gifts, browse homemade baked goods, and enjoy soups and lunch from the all-day concession area. Admission is free, and ample parking is available.

Villa Park families can enjoy a free Ghostbusters screening at Steuerle Chapel–Knollcrest Funeral Homes.

Date: Sat. October 24.

Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; the movie starts at 7 p.m.

Concession proceeds benefit the Epilepsy Foundation and Purple Pumpkin Project.

House of Hamill returns to Maple Street Chapel October 25 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $26.50 online or $25 at the door if seats remain.

DeMito’s Saloon and DeVine host their first annual Fall Market Sunday, October 25, from noon–4 p.m. at 335 E. Kenilworth Ave., Villa Park.

Browse handmade creations from local artists and small businesses, grab a drink and enjoy an afternoon with friends.

Vendor spaces remain available for homemade items, with no duplicate categories accepted.

Witches and wizards will take to their “broomcycles” for the Glen Ellyn Infant Welfare Society’s annual Witches Ride, a Halloween bike parade that raises money for the community.

DATE: Sunday, October 25, 2026

TIME: Pre-party 3:30 p.m.; check-in by 4 p.m.; ride departs 4:30 p.m.

Location: Sunset Pool parking lot, 483 Fairview Avenue, Glen Ellyn

Southminster Presbyterian Church will host a free Trunk or Treat and Pet Parade on Sunday, October 25, from 4–6 p.m. at 680 S. Park Blvd. in Glen Ellyn.

The event includes decorated trunks, Halloween treats, a pet costume contest and a 5:30 p.m. Pet Paw-Rade.

Pets must be leashed or in carriers, and a rain plan will move trunk-or-treat activities indoors while canceling the outdoor pet parade.

Reserve 22 in Glen Ellyn hosts its free Pumpkin Carving on the Patio event October 25 and 26, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.

Advance reservations are required because space is limited; call 630-469-5550.

Bring nonperishable food donations to support Glen House Food Pantry.

The event takes place at 485 Winchell Way in Glen Ellyn.

Families can gather for a free Halloween celebration at Glen Ellyn Park District’s Trunk or Treat at Main Street Recreation Center.

DATE: Monday, October 26, 2026

TIME: 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Location: Main Street Recreation Center, 501 Hill Avenue, Glen Ellyn

Pumpkin carving is sold out, but limited tickets remain for Reserve 22’s family Spooktacular Party on Friday, October 30, from 6–8 p.m. in Glen Ellyn.

Hosted by “Sally” and a HUNTRIX-inspired K-pop singer, the evening includes a DJ, dancing, crafts, coloring and kid-friendly bites.

Tickets are $35 per person for children and adults; suggested ages are 3–8, and costumes are encouraged.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW - Choose November 5 or 12 for Ladies Night Out in Downtown Glen Ellyn, 5–9 p.m., with holiday shopping at more than 20 stores, wine, non-alcoholic drinks and bites.

Tickets are $22 per person, ages 21+, and must be purchased in advance.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/allianceofdowntownglenellyn/2450479

Celebrate Halloween at O’Neill’s Pub on Saturday, October 31, from 8–11 p.m. at 236 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard. Costumes are encouraged but not required, with more details to come.

Three-Town Library Roundup: October 20–27 highlights programs at Helen Plum Library, Glen Ellyn Public Library and Villa Park Public Library.

Featured events include Helen Plum’s Halloween Balloon Show and Native American genealogy program, Glen Ellyn’s Bluestem Book Club and Friends Book Sort, and Villa Park’s Story Stretchers and teen Dungeons & Dragons.

Some programs require registration, so check each library’s current calendar before attending.

Five-School Sports Roundup: October 20, 2026 covers the full fall slate across Glenbard East, Glenbard West, Glenbard South, Willowbrook and Montini.

Highlights include football wins by Glenbard East, Glenbard West and Montini, Glenbard South volleyball at 21–11 after its first conference loss, Willowbrook flag football advancing with a regional win, and cross-country postseason action ahead for Glenbard South and Montini.

Boys soccer, girls volleyball and other fall programs are also entering the busiest stretch of the season.

Five local football teams have qualified for the 2026 IHSA playoffs.

Glenbard East will host Bartlett in Class 7A, Willowbrook will host Chicago Amundsen in Class 6A and Glenbard South will face Chicago Payton in Class 5A.

Glenbard West and Montini Catholic earned opening-round byes and will host first-round games Oct. 30 or 31.

Opening-round games are scheduled for Oct. 23-24, although exact dates and kickoff times remain TBA.

The five qualifiers give Lombard, Glen Ellyn and Villa Park each at least one hometown team in the expanded 384-team postseason field.

Lombard Historical Society hosts a daytime Historic Lombard Cemetery Tour on Saturday, October 24, from 1–2 p.m.

The guided program explores notable local residents and Victorian cemetery traditions.

Tickets are $5 for members and $7 for nonmembers, and the outdoor tour runs rain or shine.

LOCATION: Lombard Cemetery, 462 S. Main Street, Lombard

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MK Steak + Bar is marking its first anniversary with a Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting followed by an after-hours gathering.

Friday, October 23, 2026, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at MK Steak + Bar, 400 N. Main Street, #116, Glen Ellyn.

Mustards Craft BBQ has confirmed that its first restaurant is planned for the Villa Oaks strip in Villa Park.

The restaurant is not open yet, and no opening date has been announced.

After three years of searching for a permanent home, the business is moving toward its goal of serving Texas-inspired smoked meats in a brick-and-mortar setting.

Until then, customers can still try Mustards at select events where its food truck is operating.

Check EatMustards.com for the current food truck schedule and follow @eatmustards for restaurant updates.

Meet Wrenee! This chocolate-brown mixed-breed puppy is looking for a loving family through 4 Paws 4 U 4 Ever in the West Chicago area.

Wrenee is energetic and affectionate, good with children and other dogs, and current on her shots.

Visit her Adopt a Pet listing for details and follow the rescue's How to Adopt application instructions.

Beautiful Fall Weather Ahead! Mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies and highs from 67°F to 73°F.