# Littles Weekly
> Weekly, hand-checked lists of things to do with little ones (ages 0–6), city by city across the Midwest and South.

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## Indianapolis this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Downtown Fall Fest: 2026-10-17 10am–1pm at Richard G. Lugar Plaza, 200 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Free. Ages 0-8. Pumpkin decorating, face painting and a bounce house, plus visits from the Fever, Pacers and firefighters. Source: https://www.visitindy.com/events/the-weekend-5/
- Locally Made: Indy's Fall Fest: 2026-10-17 Noon–5pm at Indianapolis Art Center (ARTSPARK), 820 E 67th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220. Free. Ages 2-8. 50+ local artists, all-ages art activities and free pumpkin painting, with food trucks. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Boo 'N Brew Fall Festival: 2026-10-17 2–6pm at Clay Terrace, 14400 Clay Terrace Blvd, Carmel, IN 46032. Free. Ages 0-8. Shop-to-shop trick-or-treating, horse-drawn hayrides, a corn maze, bounce house and animal shows. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Monster Mash at Craig Park: 2026-10-16 6–8:30pm at Craig Park, Craig Park, Greenwood, IN. Free; optional $10 VIP wristband (not sold day-of). Ages 0-8. Trick-or-treat trail with police, parks and fire stops, plus a hayride, bounce zone and food trucks. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Family Game Night at The Yard (Halloween edition): 2026-10-16 6–8pm at The Yard at Fishers District, Fishers District, Fishers, IN. Free. Ages 2-8. Lawn games with potion making, face painting and a costume contest to close the 2026 series. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Monster Bash at Borgmann Family Farm: 2026-10-17 11am–2pm at Borgmann Family Farm, New Palestine, IN. Free; lunch $1 (14 & under), $5 (15+). Ages 0-8. Inclusive fall party with pumpkin painting, hayrides, trunk-or-treat, a petting zoo and costume contest. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Block Party (Central Library): 2026-10-17 10–11am at Central Library, 40 E St Clair St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Free. Ages 1-6. Free Saturday building-block play time at the library. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Storytime with Professor Watermelon: 2026-10-16 11–11:45am at Central Library, 40 E St Clair St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Free. Ages 0-6. Free musical storytime at the downtown library. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Garden Storytime: 2026-10-16 10–10:30am at Garfield Park Conservatory, 2505 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46203. Free. Ages 0-5. Short free storytime among the conservatory plants. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Urban Forest School at Indy Parks: 2026-10-16 10am–noon at Skiles Test Nature Park, Skiles Test Nature Park, Indianapolis, IN. Free. Ages 2-8. Free outdoor nature play and learning session. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Family Fun Friday at Brookside Park: 2026-10-16 4–5:30pm at Brookside Park, Brookside Park, Indianapolis, IN. Free. Ages 2-8. Free after-school family activities at the park. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Teddy Bear Concert: Monkey's Jungle Jam: 2026-10-17 11am at Carmel Clay Public Library, Carmel Clay Public Library, Carmel, IN. Free. Ages 0-6. Free kids' concert—bring a teddy bear. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Fright Academy Haunted House (Friendly Hours): 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-20, 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 Tue–Sat 10am–3pm; Wed also 3:30–6:30pm; Sun noon–5pm; closed Mon at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208. $9; $8 members; $5 Access Pass (museum admission not included). Ages 2-8. The Guild's 62nd annual haunted house, with gentle Friendly Hours for kids who scare easily. Source: https://www.childrensmuseum.org/haunted-house
- Friendly Feast with the Witches: 2026-10-18 Noon seating (ticketed) at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46208. $25. Ages 0-8. BOO-fet meal plus Friendly Hours haunted house, crafts, face painting, a magic show and goody bags. Source: https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/calendar/event/235/10-18-2026/12_00
- ZooBoo at the Indianapolis Zoo: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 Wed–Sun, 2pm to close at Indianapolis Zoo, 1200 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46222. Included with Zoo admission; some rides extra. Ages 0-8. Trick-or-treat trail, potion shows, Halloween-twist rides and costumes encouraged. Source: https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/zoo-events/zooboo/
- October Owl Festival: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 1–5pm at Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46278. Park entry $6/vehicle (Marion Co.), $8 out of county. Ages 0-8. Raptor ambassadors, owl crafts, scavenger hunts and a migration obstacle course; moves indoors if rain. Source: https://indyschild.com/events/owl-festival/
- Fort Harrison State Park Trunk or Treat: 2026-10-17 4–7pm (trunk-or-treat 4–6pm, story time 6pm) at Fort Harrison State Park, Reddick Shelter, 6000 N Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46216. Included with park entrance fee. Ages 0-8. Trunk-or-treat and pumpkin painting followed by an all-ages story time. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Indiana Live Steamers Public Rides: 2026-10-17 Noon–4pm at Johnson County Park, Johnson County Park, Nineveh, IN. $4 per person, cash only. Ages 1-8. Ride miniature trains through the woods; last public run day of the season. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Sensory Friendly Afternoon: 2026-10-18 3–5pm at Indiana State Museum, 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Included with museum admission; members free. Ages 0-8. Calmer museum with spaced-out sensory activities, social narratives and sensory bags. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Story Time on the Reservoir: 2026-10-16 10–11am at Eagle Creek Park Earth Discovery Center, Eagle Creek Park, Indianapolis, IN. Included with park entrance ($6/vehicle Marion Co., $8 out of county). Ages 0-6. Nature-themed story time at Eagle Creek. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Harvest Nights at Newfields: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-19, 2026-10-20, 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 7–10pm (dates vary; advance tickets required) at Newfields, 4000 N Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46208. From $25; ages 5 and under free. Ages 0-8. Evening fall light-and-garden experience; little ones 5 and under free. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Fall Harvest Festival at Waterman's Family Farm: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-19, 2026-10-20, 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 Hours vary at Waterman's Family Farm, Waterman's Family Farm, Indianapolis, IN. From $12.95 weekdays, $17.95 weekends; 2 and under free. Ages 0-8. Pumpkin patch farm fun inside Indy. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Meet a Raptor at Eagle Creek Park: 2026-10-18 2:30–3pm at Eagle Creek Park Ornithology Center, 6515 Delong Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46278. Included with park entrance ($6/vehicle Marion Co.). Ages 2-8. Up-close Sunday visit with a resident bird of prey. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Pioneer Fall Fest: 2026-10-17 1–4pm at Taylor Center of Natural History, Strawtown Koteewi Park, Noblesville, IN. Free. Ages 3-8. Make butter and corn husk dolls and join a quilting bee at the historic red barn. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Small Wonders: Fall on the Farm: 2026-10-17 10–11am at Indiana State Museum, 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. $13 per child (incl. child admission); members 25% off. Ages 3-5. Preschool program on fall farm life for ages 3–5. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Young Explorers: Ghost Detectives: 2026-10-17 1–2:30pm at Indiana State Museum, 650 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204. $14 per child; members 25% off. Ages 4-6. Spooky-but-friendly detective program for ages 4–6. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
- Headless Horseman Festival: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-22 Thu–Sun 5–10pm at Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN 46038. $26; members free; $10 Access Pass; hayride +$10. Ages 4-8. Evening fall festival at Conner Prairie; best for kids who like a little spooky. Source: https://indyschild.com/things-to-do-this-weekend-in-indianapolis/
## Columbus this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Boo at the Zoo: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 10am–6pm at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (Adventure Cove), 4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065. Included with zoo admission. Ages 0-10. Daytime trick-or-treating with 11 candy stops, a hay maze and characters, and none of it is scary. Source: https://www.columbuszoo.org/boo-at-the-zoo
- CCT SandBox Series: Abuela: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 See source for hours at Columbus Children's Theatre, 177 E. Naghten St., Columbus, OH 43215. Adult and child tickets required. Ages 1-5. A 30-minute bilingual show made for under-5s, where kids get to sing, move and help tell the story. Source: https://www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/sandbox-series
- Toddler Monster Mash: 2026-10-20 11am–11:45am at Marysville Public Library (Main Library), 231 S. Plum Street, Marysville, OH 43040. Free. Ages 0-5. A costume-friendly Halloween music and play hour built for babies through preschoolers. Source: https://marysvillelib.libnet.info/event/16975124
- Trick or Treat Trail at Gallant Woods: 2026-10-18 1pm–4pm at Gallant Woods Park, 2151 Buttermilk Hill Road, Delaware, OH 43015. Free. Ages 0-10. Kids in costume walk a woods trail and collect treats from friendly characters, all free. Source: https://preservationparks.com/parks/gallant-woods/
- Pumpkins Aglow: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 5pm–9pm at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203. Special engagement ticket. Ages 0-99. The conservatory fills with lit-up pumpkin scenes after dark, which is magic if your kid can stay up. Source: https://www.fpconservatory.org/exhibitions/pumpkins-aglow/
- Dublin Halloween Spooktacular: 2026-10-16 4pm–5pm at Coffman Park (south end), 5200 Emerald Parkway, Dublin, OH 43017. Mostly free; some activities $5. Ages 2-12. An outdoor Halloween party in Coffman Park with a trunk-or-treat trail that suits kids from about 2. Source: https://dublinohiousa.gov/community-events/halloween-spooktacular/
- ProMusica Family Concert: 2026-10-18 2pm–2:30pm at Columbus Metropolitan Library - Main Library, 96 South Grant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. Free. Ages 0-99. A free, short chamber orchestra concert at the Main Library, easy to leave if someone melts down. Source: https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/17159736
- Circle S Farms Fall Fun Days: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-22 9am–7pm at Circle S Farms, 9015 London Groveport Road, Grove City, OH 43123. $11; 2 and under free. Ages 0-99. Hayride, corn maze and a barn to climb around in, and kids 2 and under get in free. Source: https://www.circlesfarm.com/
- Leeds Farm Fall Weekends: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 10am–5pm at Leeds Farm, 8738 Marysville Rd, Ostrander, OH 43061. Ticketed (see site). Ages 0-99. A big farm day with hayrides, pig races, slides and farm animals, so plan to stay a while. Source: https://www.leedsfarm.com/
- Pigeon Roost Farm Fall Fun: 2026-10-16 10am at Pigeon Roost Farm, 4413 National Rd SW, Hebron, OH 43025. $12 age 2+; under 2 free. Ages 0-99. A low-key pumpkin farm with a play area and corn maze, and under-2s get in free. Source: https://www.pigeonroostfarm.com/
- RidgeFest Fall Festival at Glacier Ridge: 2026-10-17 12pm–4pm at Glacier Ridge Metro Park, 9801 Hyland Croy Road, Plain City, OH 43064. Free. Ages 0-99. Metro Parks' free fall festival, with lots of outdoor room for little legs to run. Source: https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/glacier-ridge/
- Pumpkin Walk Around the Pond: 2026-10-16 5:30pm–7pm at Three Creeks Metro Park – Confluence Area, 3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH 43125. Free. Ages 0-99. An easy half-mile stroller loop past pumpkins with treat stops, and costumes are welcome. Source: https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/three-creeks/
- Creepy Crawlies - Cherie Bronkar: 2026-10-16 1pm–2pm at Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch, 1423 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43201. Free. Ages 3-6. Kids meet millipedes, a tarantula and hissing cockroaches up close, which is great for bug-curious 3-year-olds. Source: https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/16538558
- Fall Fest at Karl Road Library: 2026-10-21 4pm–6pm at Columbus Metropolitan Library - Karl Road Branch, 5590 Karl Road, Columbus, OH 43229. Free. Ages 0-10. Farm animals, fall crafts and games at the Karl Road library, free and right after nap. Source: https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/17542920
- Marion-Franklin Branch First Anniversary Bash: 2026-10-17 1pm–3pm at Columbus Metropolitan Library - Marion-Franklin Branch, 2800 Lockbourne Road, Columbus, OH 43207. Free. Ages 0-99. The Marion-Franklin library turns one, and the whole family is invited to the party. Source: https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/17484779
- Urban Strings Columbus Youth Orchestra: 2026-10-17 11:30am–12:30pm at Columbus Metropolitan Library - Gahanna Branch, 310 Granville St., Gahanna, OH 43230. Free. Ages 0-99. Teen string players perform upbeat music, a nice way to show little ones live instruments for free. Source: https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/16299263
- Celebrate Diwali: A Family Chai & Craft Experience: 2026-10-17 11am–12:30pm at Philip Heit Center (Demo Kitchen, first floor), 150 W. Main Street, New Albany, OH 43054. See source. Ages 2-99. A Diwali story and a take-home craft for the kids while the grown-ups sip masala chai. Source: https://newalbanyohio.org/event/celebrate-diwali-a-family-chai-craft-experience/
- Model Railroad Open Houses at Sandel Legacy Trail Depot: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 See source for hours at Sandel Legacy Trail (Depot), 168 S. Vernon St., Sunbury, OH 43074. Free. Ages 0-99. Model trains running on a layout in an old depot, an easy win for any train-obsessed toddler. Source: https://preservationparks.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1078
- Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-22 7:30pm–10:30pm at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065. Separate festival ticket. Ages 0-99. Huge glowing animal and dinosaur lanterns after dark, best for kids who don't mind a late night. Source: https://www.columbuszoo.org/events/lantern-festival
- Circleville Pumpkin Show 2026: 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 10am–10pm at Downtown Circleville (Court & Main streets), Court St & Main St, Circleville, OH 43113. Free admission; rides extra. Ages 0-99. Ohio's oldest festival, with giant pumpkins and parades downtown; it's free to get in and the rides cost extra. Source: https://www.pumpkinshow.com/
- Haunted Village: 2026-10-22 6pm–8pm at Olde Pickerington Village, Pickerington, OH 43147. See source. Ages 0-99. An evening of trick-or-treating and ghost stories in Olde Pickerington Village, with a library table. Source: https://pickeringtonlibrary.libnet.info/event/16875538
- Hike It! Morning Fall Hike: 2026-10-17 10am–11am at Infirmary Mound Park – Arena (Shelters & Dog Park area), 4351 Lancaster Road, Granville, OH 43023. Free. Ages 2-99. A guided fall morning hike that works fine with a carrier or a walker who's three or older. Source: https://lickingparkdistrict.com/
- Family Storytime at Main Library: 2026-10-18 1:30pm at Columbus Metropolitan Library – Main Library, 96 S Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215. Free. Ages 0-5. Stories, songs and rhymes for little ones and their grown-ups. Source: https://events.columbuslibrary.org/event/16463845
## Cincinnati this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- HallZOOween at the Cincinnati Zoo: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 12pm–5pm at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, 3400 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220. Free with zoo admission. Ages 0-10. Weekend Halloween fun around the zoo, included with regular admission, so bring the costume. Source: https://cincinnatizoo.org/
- Peanut Butter & Jam: Hit It! (Mt. Washington): 2026-10-17 10:30am–11:30am at Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45230. Free. Ages 2-6. A free, wiggly chamber music concert made for ages 2 to 6, where dancing in the aisles is expected. Source: https://www.peanutbutterandjam.org/
- Peanut Butter & Jam: Hit It! (sensory-friendly, Taft): 2026-10-18 2:30pm–3:30pm at Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Cincinnati, OH 45202. Free. Ages 2-6. The same free kids' concert in a quieter, sensory-friendly format at the Taft. Source: https://www.peanutbutterandjam.org/
- Taft Family Funday: 2026-10-18 10am–3:30pm at Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Free. Ages 0-99. A free museum day with art-making, visiting therapy dogs and a kids' concert in the afternoon. Source: https://www.taftmuseum.org/
- Art & Storytime at Baker Hunt: 2026-10-16 10am–11am at Baker Hunt Art & Cultural Center, 620 Greenup Street, Covington, KY 41011. Free (register). Ages 3-6. A free story and simple art project for ages 3 to 6, and siblings are welcome too. Source: https://www.bakerhunt.org/
- Winnie-the-Pooh's Birthday Tea Party!: 2026-10-17 10:30am–12:30pm at Downtown Main Library, 800 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45202. Free. Ages 0-8. A tea party at the Main Library for Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th birthday. Source: https://chpl.org/locations/1
- Burnet Woods Fall Fest: 2026-10-17 12pm–4pm at Trailside Nature Center, Burnet Woods, 3251 Brookline Avenue, Cincinnati, OH. Free. Ages 0-12. Free pumpkin carving and decorating by the lake, with music and a food truck nearby. Source: https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cincyparks/news/cincy-parks-halloween-events/
- Witch Broom Walk: 2026-10-17 1pm–2pm at Shor Park, 4659 Tealtown Rd, Milford, OH 45150. Free. Ages 0-99. An easy, flat nature walk where you gather sticks and grasses and make a little witch broom. Source: https://www.clermontparks.org/
- Trunk or Treat at Sharon Woods: 2026-10-20 5pm at Sharon Woods – Visitor's Center Entrance, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharonville, OH 45241. Free (timed tickets). Ages 0-14. A free trunk-or-treat in costume, but you need to grab a timed ticket first. Source: https://www.greatparks.org/parks/sharon-woods
- Halloween on the Green: 2026-10-22 6pm–8pm at Village Green Park, 301 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, OH 45014. Free. Ages 0-10. A free evening trick-or-treat on the village green, aimed at kids 10 and under. Source: https://www.fairfield-city.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=3086
- Hebron Halloween Party: 2026-10-20 6pm–7:30pm at Hebron Branch, 1863 North Bend Rd., Hebron, Kentucky, 41048. Free. Ages 0-12. Come in costume and trick-or-treat along the library's StoryWalk trail. Source: https://boone.libnet.info/event/16997480
- Curbside Trick or Treat (Newport Library): 2026-10-17 6pm–7:30pm at Newport Branch, 901 East 6th Street, Newport, KY 41071. Free. Ages 0-99. Trick-or-treat from the car or on foot, with candy, books and small prizes at the library. Source: https://ccpl.libnet.info/event/16858555
- The Farm Pumpkin Patch at Winton Woods: 2026-10-17 10am–3pm at Winton Woods Farm & Equestrian Center, 10073 Daly Road, Cincinnati, OH 45231. $4–$7 per pumpkin. Ages 0-99. Pick a pumpkin, then stay for face painting and crafts; there's a storytime at 11. Source: https://www.greatparks.org/parks/winton-woods/winton-woods-farm-and-equestrian-center
- Burger Farm Fall Festival: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 10am–6pm at Burger Farm & Garden Center, 7849 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH 45244. $15; 2 and under free. Ages 0-99. Hayride to the pumpkin patch, a storybook walk-through and puppet shows, and under-2s are free. Source: https://www.burgerfarms.com/
- Fall on the Farm at Blooms & Berries: 2026-10-16 9am at Blooms & Berries Farm Market, 9669 S. St. Rt. 48, Loveland, OH 45140. Ticketed; under 2 free. Ages 0-99. Petting farm, kids' corn maze, trike track and hayrides, so a full morning's worth of farm. Source: https://bloomsandberries.com/
- Neltner's Farm 2026 Fall Fest: 2026-10-16 See source for hours at Neltner's Farm, 6922 4 Mile Rd, Melbourne, KY 41059. $7 ages 3+ on weekends. Ages 0-99. A family pumpkin patch in Melbourne, KY, where under-3s get in free. Source: https://www.neltnersfarm.com/
- Magical Forest Halloween Hike with Characters: 2026-10-16 6pm–8pm at Caldwell Nature Preserve, 430 W. North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45216. $10 residents / $12.50 non-residents. Ages 3-10. A not-scary walk on a pumpkin-lit trail, meeting friendly costumed characters along the way. Source: https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cincyparks/news/cincy-parks-halloween-events/
- Jack-O-Lantern Hike at Caldwell Nature Preserve: 2026-10-17 7pm–9pm at Caldwell Nature Preserve, 430 W. North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45216. $7 residents / $8.75 non-residents. Ages 3-99. A calm, moonlit walk past carved jack-o'-lanterns, with no characters jumping out. Source: https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cincyparks/news/cincy-parks-halloween-events/
- Mary Poppins JR. (The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati): 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 11am at Emery Theater, 1112 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202. From $12. Ages 4-99. A 70-minute kids' musical of Mary Poppins, best for 4-year-olds who can sit through a show. Source: https://thechildrenstheatre.com/
- Family Storytime at Downtown Main Library: 2026-10-16 10:30am at Downtown Main Library, 800 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202. Free. Ages 0-5. Stories, songs and playtime for young kids and their grown-ups. Source: https://chpl.org/events/
## Louisville this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Boo at the Zoo: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-22 5–9pm (exit by 10pm) at Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213. Timed tickets (see site). Ages 0-11. Merry-not-scary trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under, plus rides and lit pumpkins. 5–6:30pm is the busiest window. Source: https://louisvillezoo.org/boo/
- Halloween in Brown Park: 2026-10-17 11am–3pm (trick-or-treat from 11:30am) at Brown Park, St. Matthews, Kresge Way & Browns Ln, Louisville, KY 40207. Free. Ages 0-99. A free trick-or-treat walk with dozens of local businesses and hayrides; the line can close early. Source: https://thechamberstmatthews.com/halloween-in-brown-park/
- Pumpkins in the Park: 2026-10-17 12–3pm at Parkland Park, 2757 Dumesnil St, Louisville, KY. Free. Ages 0-99. Free pumpkins (while they last), face painting, a photo booth, vendors and activities for all ages. Source: https://louisvilleky.gov/news/councilwoman-hawkins-host-pumpkins-park-0
- Pumpkins & Pirouettes: The Wizard of Oz: 2026-10-18 1pm festival, 2pm performance at Louisville Ballet Downtown Studios, 315 E Main St, Louisville, KY 40202. From $10. Ages 2-99. Crafts, face painting and a pumpkin walk, then a short Wizard of Oz ballet for little kids. Source: https://louisvilleballet.org/pumpkins-pirouettes/
- Halloween Stuffy Sleepover at Carmichael's: 2026-10-16 6–6:30pm at Carmichael's Frankfort Ave., 2720 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206. $10 per child. Ages 2-8. A costume storytime, then the stuffies stay over at the bookstore and come home with a photo book. Source: https://carmichaelsbookstore.com/event/2026-09-21/halloween-stuffy-sleepover
- Jack's Lantern Trail: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-19, 2026-10-20, 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 Nightly from dusk (timed entry from 6:30pm) at Iroquois Park (Iroquois Amphitheater), 1080 Amphitheater Rd, Louisville, KY 40214. Kids 3–12 from $12; 2 and under free. Ages 0-99. Thousands of carved pumpkins along a wooded trail. Weeknights are calmer than weekends, which helps with a stroller. Source: https://www.jackolanternlouisville.org/
- Baby Lap Sit Story Time (Northeast Library): 2026-10-21 9:30am–10:15am at LFPL – Northeast - Community Room, 15 Bellevoir Circle, Louisville, KY 40223. Free. Ages 0-1. Books, lap bounces and rhymes for babies under 1, with some play time at the end. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/baby-lap-sit-story-time-20132
- Baby Storytime (Southwest Library): 2026-10-21 9:30am–10:15am at LFPL – Southwest - Activity Room, 9725 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40272. Free. Ages 0-2. Books, songs and bounces for babies up to 2. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/baby-storytime-10677
- Baby Storytime (Iroquois Library): 2026-10-19 10:15am–11:00am at LFPL – Iroquois - Meeting Room, 601 West Woodlawn Avenue, Louisville, KY 40215. Free. Ages 0-2. Books, songs and bounces for babies up to 2. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/baby-storytime-17063
- Combined Storytime (Bon Air Library): 2026-10-19 6:00pm–6:45pm at LFPL – Bon Air - Children's Area, 2816 Del Rio Place, Louisville, KY 40220. Free. Ages 0-5. An evening storytime with songs and hands-on activities, handy if you work during the day. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/combined-storytime-17248
- Family Storytime (Parkland Library): 2026-10-19 10:00am–10:30am at LFPL – Parkland - Large Meeting Room, 2743 Virginia Ave, Louisville, KY 40211. Free. Ages 0-8. Bond over shared books, songs, movement, and play that support a lifelong love of learning. Ages 0-8 unless otherwise noted. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/family-storytime-18776
- Nature Play (Northeast Library): 2026-10-17 2:00pm–3:00pm at LFPL – Northeast - The Porch, 15 Bellevoir Circle, Louisville, KY 40223. Free. Ages 0-5. Outdoor nature play on the library porch, so dress for the weather. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/nature-play-20199
- Nature Play and the Library at Jefferson Memorial Forest: 2026-10-19 10:30am–12:30pm at LFPL – Jefferson Memorial Forest - Welcome Center, 11311 Mitchell Hill Road, Fairdale, KY 40118. Free. Ages 0-5. Join us at the Welcome Center of Jefferson Memorial Forest for a nature-themed storytime and activities! Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/nature-play-and-library-10511
- Operation ALL Storytime (Fairdale Library): 2026-10-17 10:00am–11:00am at LFPL – Fairdale - Meeting Room, 10620 West Manslick Road, Louisville, KY 40118. Free. Ages 0-8. A Lou City FC player reads at this special family storytime. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/pint-size-playdate-19704
- Preschool Storytime (Iroquois Library): 2026-10-21 10:15am–11:00am at LFPL – Iroquois - Meeting Room, 601 West Woodlawn Avenue, Louisville, KY 40215. Free. Ages 3-5. Books, songs and movement for 3- to 5-year-olds. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/preschool-storytime-17079
- Storytime (Portland Library): 2026-10-21 10:00am–11:00am at LFPL – Portland - Auditorium, 3305 Northwestern Parkway, Louisville, KY 40212. Free. Ages 0-5. Bond over shared books, songs, movement, and play that support a lifelong love of learning. Ages 0-8 unless otherwise noted. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-8295
- Toddler Story Time (Northeast Library): 2026-10-20 10:00am–10:45am at LFPL – Northeast - Community Room, 15 Bellevoir Circle, Louisville, KY 40223. Free. Ages 1-3. Books, songs and movement for 2- and 3-year-olds. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/toddler-story-time-20112
- Toddler Storytime (Crescent Hill Library): 2026-10-21 10:45am–11:30am at LFPL – Crescent Hill - Meeting Room, 2762 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206. Free. Ages 2-3. Books, songs and movement for 2- and 3-year-olds. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/toddler-storytime-9987
- Young Toddler Story Time (Northeast Library): 2026-10-21 10:30am–11:30am at LFPL – Northeast - Community Room, 15 Bellevoir Circle, Louisville, KY 40223. Free. Ages 1-2. Books, songs and movement for 18- to 24-month-olds. Source: https://louisvillefree.librarycalendar.com/event/young-toddler-story-time-20150
## Kansas City this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- 13th Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration at The Museum of Kansas City: 2026-10-17 5pm–9pm at The Museum of Kansas City, 3218 Gladstone Blvd., Kansas City, Missouri 64123. Pay what you wish. Ages 0-99. Mariachi, puppets, folk dance and free face painting for kids at this evening Day of the Dead party. Source: https://museumofkansascity.org/
- Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour at SEA LIFE: 2026-10-22 10am at SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium (Crown Center), 2475 Grand Blvd Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64108. Included with aquarium admission. Ages 0-99. An Animal Crossing stamp rally through the aquarium, which is a fun excuse to look at fish. Source: https://www.visitsealife.com/kansas-city/what-s-inside/events/animal-crossing/
- Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND Discovery Center: 2026-10-16 10am at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Kansas City (Crown Center), 2475 Grand Boulevard, East Retail Suite 200, Crown Center Shops, Kansas City, MO 64108. Included with admission. Ages 2-99. Halloween Lego builds and a glow-in-the-dark workshop, indoors and good for rainy days. Source: https://legolanddiscoverycenter.com/
- Ghoul's Night Out: 2026-10-16 6pm–8pm at Westport-Roanoke Community Center, 3601 Roanoke Road, Kansas City, MO 64111. Free (most activities). Ages 0-12. A free KC Parks party with a costume parade, a trick-or-treat trail and pumpkin painting. Source: https://kcparks.org/
- GloWild: Hidden Treasure lantern festival: 2026-10-16 6pm at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132. Separate GloWild ticket. Ages 0-99. A mile-long lantern walk through the zoo at night, best for kids who can handle a late one. Source: https://www.kansascityzoo.org/glowild
- Horse Hooves in the Grass (at the Library) — Dearborn: 2026-10-17 10:30am–11:30am at Dearborn Branch, Mid-Continent Public Library, 206 Maple Leaf St., Dearborn, MO 64439. Free. Ages 0-99. A real horse visits the library, and kids can meet it, pet it and help groom it. Source: https://www.mymcpl.org/
- HOWLoween at the Discovery Center: 2026-10-17 5pm–8pm at Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110. Free. Ages 0-99. A free, not-scary nighttime nature walk with Track or Treat stations and live animals. Source: https://mdc.mo.gov/events
- Keebler Spookie Stripes Safari at the Zoo: 2026-10-16 9:30am at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132. Free with zoo admission. Ages 0-99. A zoo-wide Halloween scavenger hunt during regular daytime hours, included with admission. Source: https://www.kansascityzoo.org/
- Lansing Fall Fest: 2026-10-17 10am–3pm at Kenneth Bernard Park, 15650 Gilman Road, Lansing, KS 66043. Free. Ages 0-99. A small-town fall fest with pumpkin decorating at the library's table. Source: https://www.lansingks.org/Calendar.aspx?view=list&month=10&year=2026
- Louisburg Cider Mill Family Farm (fall season): 2026-10-16 See source for hours at Louisburg Cider Mill, 14730 K68 Highway, Louisburg, KS 66053. From $15.99; 2 and under free. Ages 0-99. Corn maze, pumpkin patch, wagon rides and a giant jump pillow, and kids under 2 get in free. Source: https://www.louisburgcidermill.com/
- Night of the Living Farm: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17 5:30pm–9pm at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Road, Overland Park, KS 66221. $15; 2 and under free. Ages 0-99. After-dark farm fun with hayrides (pick the non-scary one), a flashlight pumpkin walk and puppets. Source: https://artsandrec-op.org/farmstead/
- NKC YMCA Trunk or Treat: 2026-10-22 5pm–7:30pm at North Kansas City YMCA, 1999 Iron Street, North Kansas City, MO 64116. Free. Ages 0-99. A YMCA trunk-or-treat where the whole family can come in costume. Source: https://kansascityymca.org/events
- Preschool: Little Critter's Day Out: 2026-10-22 9am–12pm at Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. Highway 7, Olathe, KS. $29 resident / $32 non-resident. Ages 3-5. A three-hour drop-off nature morning for potty-trained 3- to 5-year-olds, with a snack and craft. Source: https://www.jcprd.com/
- Pumpkin Hollow at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead: 2026-10-16 See source for hours at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead, 13800 Switzer Road, Overland Park, KS 66221. $10–15. Ages 1-99. A horse-drawn hayride to the pumpkin patch, a spider web maze, and a pumpkin to take home. Source: https://artsandrec-op.org/farmstead/
- Spooky Cottages for Families: 2026-10-22 4:30pm–5:30pm at De Soto Library, 33145 W 83rd St, De Soto, KS 66018. Free (register). Ages 3-99. Kids decorate a spooky little cottage at the library, and costumes are welcome. Source: https://www.jocolibrary.org/
- StoneLion Puppets Presents: Stellaluna (Grandview): 2026-10-21 10:30am–11:10am at Grandview Branch, Mid-Continent Public Library, 12930 Booth Lane, Grandview, MO 64030. Free (register). Ages 4-99. A puppet show of Stellaluna, the story of the little bat who lands in a bird's nest. Source: https://www.mymcpl.org/
- Symphony in the Park: 2026-10-18 6pm–10pm at Mohawk Park, 6649 Lamar Ave., Mission, KS 66202. Free. Ages 0-99. Bring a chair for a free evening with the KC Symphony's Mobile Music Box in the park. Source: https://www.missionks.org/event/28219
- There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly: 2026-10-17 11am–11:45am at Weston Branch, Mid-Continent Public Library, 18204 Library Drive, Weston, MO 64098. Free. Ages 4-99. Puppets, songs and silly bug facts built around There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly. Source: https://www.mymcpl.org/
- Tricks and Treats at Worlds of Fun: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 12pm–5pm at Worlds of Fun, 4545 Worlds of Fun Ave., Kansas City, MO 64161. Park admission. Ages 0-99. Daytime Halloween at Worlds of Fun with treats, a costume contest and family rides, before the scary stuff. Source: https://worldsoffun.enchantedparks.com/
- Weston Red Barn Farm Fall Festival Weekends: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 See source for hours at Weston Red Barn Farm, 16300 Wilkerson Road, Weston, Missouri 64098. Free entry; hayrides extra. Ages 0-99. A free barnyard full of goats, pigs and alpacas, plus hayrides to the pumpkin patch. Source: https://www.westonredbarnfarm.com/
- What's Out at Night – a Native Wildlife Event: 2026-10-17 10am–12pm at Lakeside Nature Center, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64132. Free. Ages 0-99. Meet an owl, an opossum and learn about bats, with crafts in between. Source: https://lakesidenaturecenter.org/
- Winnie-the-Pooh's 100th Birthday Party!: 2026-10-17 10am–12pm at Central Resource Library, 9875 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS 66212. Free. Ages 0-6. Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100 with face painting, balloon animals, games, cake and ice cream. Source: https://www.jocolibrary.org/
## Charlotte this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord: 2026-10-16 10am at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, NC 28027. From $19 (aquarium admission). Ages 0-99. An Animal Crossing stamp rally around the aquarium, included with your ticket. Source: https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/what-s-inside/events/animal-crossing-aquarium-tour/
- Charlotte Symphony Family Series: The Music of Harry Potter: 2026-10-17 11am–12pm at Knight Theater, 430 S. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202. Ticketed. Ages 3-99. An hour-long family concert of Harry Potter music; best for kids who can sit for a while. Source: https://www.charlottesymphony.org/whats-on/the-music-of-harry-potter-5pnz
- Fall Fun on the Farm and Corn Maze at Patterson Farm: 2026-10-16 See source for hours at Patterson Farm Market & Tours, 10390 Caldwell Rd., Mount Ulla, NC 28125. From $14.95; under 2 free. Ages 0-99. Corn maze, barnyard, wagon rides and a big playground, and under-2s get in free. Source: https://www.visitpattersonfarm.com/plan-your-visit/fall/fall-fun-on-the-farm/
- Family Event: Monster Slime: 2026-10-19 6pm–7pm at Gaston County Public Library - Union Road Branch, 5800 Union Road, Gastonia, NC 28056. Free. Ages 3-99. An evening of messy monster slime-making at the library, with all supplies provided. Source: https://www.gastonlibrary.org/
- Family Ghost Stories: 2026-10-21 4pm–5pm at Gaston County Public Library - TECH@Lowell Branch (Makerspace), 203 McAdenville Road, Lowell, NC 28098. Free. Ages 3-99. Old-fashioned spooky stories at the library, pitched for all ages. Source: https://www.gastonlibrary.org/
- Fort Mill Fall Festival: 2026-10-17 2pm–6pm at Fort Mill Amphitheater & Walter Y. Elisha Park, 345 N. White Street, Fort Mill, SC. Free. Ages 0-99. A free town festival with costume contests, live music and a touch-a-truck. Source: https://www.fortmillsc.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=978
- Gastonia Fall Festival: 2026-10-17 3pm–7pm at Rotary Centennial Pavilion and downtown Gastonia, 111 N. S. St., Gastonia, NC 28052. Free (KidsZone free). Ages 0-99. Downtown fall festival with a free KidsZone of inflatables, rides and carnival games. Source: https://www.eventeny.com/events/gastonia-fall-festival-30798/
- Lazy 5 Ranch 2026 Fall Festival: 2026-10-16 See source for hours at Lazy 5 Ranch, 15100 Mooresville Road, Mooresville, NC 28115. Park admission; pumpkins extra. Ages 0-99. Pumpkin picking and a drive-thru animal park where the giraffes come right up to the car. Source: https://thelazy5ranch.com/
- LEGO Club: 2026-10-22 4pm–5pm at Mooresville Public Library - Main Library, 304 South Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115. Free. Ages 0-99. Open Lego building at the library for kids of all ages. Source: https://www.mooresvillenc.gov/government/departments/library/index.php
- Little Learners at the Whitewater Center: 2026-10-21 10am–11am at U.S. National Whitewater Center (Wildwoods), 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28214. $5 per child. Ages 0-5. A short nature lesson and hands-on craft for little kids and a grown-up at the Whitewater Center. Source: https://whitewater.org/little-learners/
- Owl-o-ween at Carolina Raptor Center: 2026-10-17 10am–3:30pm at Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC 28078. Included with admission. Ages 0-99. Trick-or-treat along the raptor trail, a costume contest and a not-scary owl storytime. Source: https://carolinaraptorcenter.org/owloween/
- Pineville Fall Fest: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17 5pm–9pm at Jack D. Hughes Park, 513 Main St., Pineville, NC. See source. Ages 0-99. Pineville's three-day fall festival in Jack D. Hughes Park. Source: https://www.pinevillenc.gov/event/pineville-fall-fest-7/
- Rural Hill Corn Maze: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 See source for hours at Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, NC 28078. Ticketed. Ages 0-99. A weekend corn maze on a historic farm, with a bagpiper and a Highland cow. Source: https://ruralhill.net/item/rural-hill-corn-maze-2026/
- Sensory Friendly Morning at Main Street Children's Museum: 2026-10-17 9am–10am at Main Street Children's Museum, 133 E Main St., Rock Hill, SC 29730. Free. Ages 0-99. A free, quiet morning at the children's museum with dimmed lights and noisy exhibits turned off. Source: https://chmuseums.org/event-types/
- Stuffed Animal Sleepover: 2026-10-20 10am at Gaston County Public Library - Main Branch, 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054. Free. Ages 4-10. Drop off a stuffed animal for a library sleepover and get photos of its adventures. Source: https://www.gastonlibrary.org/
- Tiny Trekkers - Halloween Scavenger Hunt (10/20): 2026-10-20 10am–11am at Stevens Creek Nature Center and Preserve, 15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, NC 28227. See source for fee. Ages 2-6. A not-so-spooky Halloween scavenger hunt in the woods for 2- to 6-year-olds and their grown-ups. Source: https://parkandrec.mecknc.gov/Places-to-Visit/Nature/stevens-creek-nature-center-and-preserve
- Wee Wednesday at Main Street Children's Museum: 2026-10-21 11am–1pm at Main Street Children's Museum, 133 E Main St., Rock Hill, SC 29730. Museum admission. Ages 0-6. Songs, instruments, a story and a craft, made for under-6s at the children's museum. Source: https://chmuseums.org/event/wee-2/
## Raleigh this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Preschool & Toddler Pumpkin Party (Green Road Community Library): 2026-10-17 10:30am–11:30am at Green Road Community Library, 4101 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27604. Free. Ages 1-5. Pumpkin crafts, sensory bins and games for toddlers and preschoolers. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/preschool-toddler-pumpkin-party
- Sensory Saturday: Stories & Playtime (East Regional Library): 2026-10-17 11:15am–11:45am at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC 27545. Free. Ages 3-5. Stories and play designed for kids with autism or sensory needs. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/sensory-saturday-stories-playtime-3
- Spooky Sensory Storytime (North Regional Library): 2026-10-17 3pm–4pm at North Regional Library, 7009 Harps Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27615. Free. Ages 3-5. A Halloween sensory storytime, and costumes are welcome. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/spooky-sensory-storytime
- Ready, Set, School Playdate with Marbles (Richard B. Harrison Community Library): 2026-10-17 10:30am–12:30pm at Richard B. Harrison Community Library, 1313 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, NC 27610. Free. Ages 3-5. Marbles Kids Museum brings school-readiness play to the library for ages 3 to 5. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/ready-set-school-community-playdates-70
- Stay and Play (Athens Drive Community Library): 2026-10-17 11am–11:30am at Athens Drive Community Library, 1420 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606. Free. Ages 0-99. Magnetic tiles, blocks and puzzles after Saturday storytime. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/stay-and-play-13
- Preschool Practice and Play (Athens Drive Community Library): 2026-10-18 1pm–3pm at Athens Drive Community Library, 1420 Athens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606. Free. Ages 3-5. Open time with alphabet toys and simple crafts for preschoolers. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/preschool-practice-and-play-5
- Family Storytime (Oberlin Regional Library): 2026-10-17 10am–10:30am at Oberlin Regional Library, 1930 Clark Ave., Raleigh, NC 27605. Free. Ages 0-5. Books, music and rhymes; grab free tickets 30 minutes early. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-4603
- Family Storytime (Cary Regional Library): 2026-10-17 9:30am–10am at Cary Regional Library, 315 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27511. Free. Ages 0-5. Books, music and rhymes for kids up to 5; arrive early for tickets. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-4140
- Sensory Storytime (West Regional Library): 2026-10-17 2:30pm–3:30pm at West Regional Library, 4000 Louis Stephens Drive, Cary, NC 27519-9357. Free. Ages 0-99. A small, sensory-friendly storytime; registration is encouraged but not required. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/sensory-storytime-93
- Family Storytime at Parrish Womble Park: 2026-10-19 10:30am–11am at Parrish Womble Park, 1201 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, NC 27540. Free. Ages 0-5. An outdoor library storytime at the park's picnic shelter. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-parrish-womble-park-2
- Toddler Storytime (East Regional Library): 2026-10-19 9:15am–9:45am at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC 27545. Free. Ages 1-3. Books, music and movement for new walkers up to age 3. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/toddler-storytime-959
- Preschool Storytime (East Regional Library): 2026-10-19 10:15am–10:45am at East Regional Library, 946 Steeple Square Court, Knightdale, NC 27545. Free. Ages 3-5. Books, music, rhymes and movement for preschoolers. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/preschool-storytime-235
- Baby Storytime (Oberlin Regional Library): 2026-10-19 11am–11:30am at Oberlin Regional Library, 1930 Clark Ave., Raleigh, NC 27605. Free. Ages 0-1. A seated storytime for babies who aren't crawling yet. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/baby-storytime-1200
- Owl Family Storytime (Wake Forest Community Library): 2026-10-19 11am–11:30am at Wake Forest Community Library, 400 E. Holding Avenue, Wake Forest, NC 27587-2926. Free. Ages 0-5. An owl-themed storytime with books, music and rhymes. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-4398
- Family Storytime at Beech Bluff County Park: 2026-10-20 10:30am–11am at Beech Bluff County Park, Beech Bluff County Park, Wake County, NC. Free. Ages 0-5. An outdoor library storytime at Beech Bluff County Park. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-beech-bluff-county-park-8
- Family Storytime (Richard B. Harrison Community Library): 2026-10-20 10:30am–11am at Richard B. Harrison Community Library, 1313 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, NC 27610. Free. Ages 0-5. Babies, toddlers and preschoolers sing, learn and dance. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-4441
- Family Storytime (Green Road Community Library): 2026-10-20 10:30am–11am at Green Road Community Library, 4101 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27604. Free. Ages 0-5. Books, music, rhymes and movement for little kids. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-4657
- Family Storytime (Southgate Community Library): 2026-10-20 10:30am–11am at Southgate Community Library, 1601-14 Cross Link Road, Raleigh, NC 27610. Free. Ages 0-5. Books, music, rhymes and movement for little kids. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/family-storytime-4651
- Evening Stay & Play (Cary Regional Library): 2026-10-20 7:15pm–8pm at Cary Regional Library, 315 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27511. Free. Ages 0-99. Legos, blocks, puppets and puzzles after the evening storytime. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/stay-play-56
- Baby Storytime (Middle Creek Community Library): 2026-10-21 9:30am–10am at Middle Creek Community Library, 111 Middle Creek Park Ave., Apex, NC 27539-7983. Free. Ages 0-1. A lapsit storytime for babies and their grown-ups. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/baby-storytime-1174
- Toddler Storytime (Eva Perry Regional Library): 2026-10-21 9:30am–10am at Eva Perry Regional Library, 2100 Shepherd's Vineyard Drive, Apex, NC 27502. Free. Ages 1-3. Books, music and movement for new walkers up to age 3. Source: https://www.wake.gov/events/toddler-storytime-1113
## Nashville this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- A Very Magical Halloween (Main Library, Childrens Theatre): 2026-10-16 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Main Library, Childrens Theatre, Main Library, Childrens Theatre, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-99. Singing, juggling and Halloween stories in the Main Library's children's theater. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9febf3ef-01a0-016982d4-00004c4ddemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261016T153000Z
- Friday Free Play (Hermitage): 2026-10-16 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Hermitage, Hermitage, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. An open morning of play in the library's story room. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9ea787e4-019e-ae819463-000007e3demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261016T153000Z
- Puppet Truck: Hansel and Gretel (Inglewood): 2026-10-16 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Inglewood, Inglewood, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-99. A puppet version of Hansel and Gretel at the library. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9fb15bf7-019f-c97b9f19-0000420edemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=
- Story Time with Irish Step Dancers (Donelson): 2026-10-17 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Donelson, Donelson, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. A Saturday storytime with live Irish step dancers, full of music and movement. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9f11a5a9-019f-156766a7-000038d9demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261017T153000Z
- Wonder Baby (Inglewood): 2026-10-19 10am at Nashville Public Library – Inglewood, Inglewood, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-2. A program built for babies up to 2 and their grown-ups. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-a01010db-01a0-16a04b3c-00001e34demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261019T150000Z
- Family Story Time (Donelson): 2026-10-19 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Donelson, Donelson, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-6. Stories, songs and fun for kids up to 6. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9f11a6b7-019f-19f684e7-000019bbdemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261019T153000Z
- Toddler Story Time (Main Library, Childrens Services): 2026-10-19 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Main Library, Childrens Services, Main Library, Childrens Services, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 1-3. Stories and rhymes for toddlers and their grown-ups. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-a0102ee1-01a0-1f838229-00004241demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261019T153000Z
- Story Time with Wishing Chair Productions (Main Library, Childrens Theatre): 2026-10-20 9:30am at Nashville Public Library – Main Library, Childrens Theatre, Main Library, Childrens Theatre, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. A lively weekly storytime show in the Main Library's children's theater. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9f4a3061-019f-6243d491-000017efdemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261020T143000Z
- Family Story Time (Hadley Park): 2026-10-20 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Hadley Park, Hadley Park, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. Read, sing, dance and make something together. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9f11a5a9-019f-3943a989-00004cd4demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261020T153000Z
- Lapsit Storytime (Richland Park): 2026-10-20 11am at Nashville Public Library – Richland Park, Richland Park, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-1. Stories, bounces and songs for babies under 1. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9e7200df-019e-8909e050-00004c98demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261020T160000Z
- Halloween Suncatcher Craft (Hermitage): 2026-10-20 4:30pm at Nashville Public Library – Hermitage, Hermitage, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 3-99. Make a stained-glass-style Halloween suncatcher. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9f4a3061-019f-66b723fd-00000dafdemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=
- Puppet Truck: Hansel and Gretel (North): 2026-10-21 10am at Nashville Public Library – North, North, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-99. A puppet version of Hansel and Gretel at the library. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9fb15bf7-019f-c97efa2c-0000428ddemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=
- Library Play Date (Old Hickory): 2026-10-21 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Old Hickory, Old Hickory, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. A morning play date at the library with toys and art supplies. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9f75f100-019f-9024b16d-0000438ademobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261021T153000Z
- Music and Movement Story Time (Donelson): 2026-10-21 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Donelson, Donelson, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 2-6. Stories and music with time to move around. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9f11a6b7-019f-19fb5427-00001a98demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261021T050000Z
- Family Story Time (Looby): 2026-10-21 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Looby, Looby, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. Interactive stories and songs for kids up to 5. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9f3abe0a-019f-43c39f53-000002d6demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261021T153000Z
- Story Time at the Farmers Market (Thompson Lane): 2026-10-21 5:15pm at Nashville Public Library – Thompson Lane, Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. Storytime outside at the Flatrock Farmers Market. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-a044a5b3-01a0-44f68359-000018a2demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261021T221500Z
- Toddler Art (Bordeaux): 2026-10-22 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Bordeaux, Bordeaux, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 1-3. Playful, hands-on art for toddlers, so dress for mess. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9f75f100-019f-8ab395cf-00000f1ddemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261022T153000Z
- Toddler Tales (Donelson): 2026-10-22 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Donelson, Donelson, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 1-3. A quick 20-minute storytime made for short attention spans. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9f3abe0a-019f-4214b759-00005d9fdemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261022T153000Z
- Baby Story Time (Goodlettsville): 2026-10-22 10:30am at Nashville Public Library – Goodlettsville, Goodlettsville, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-2. Books and songs for babies and toddlers. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9f94ab19-019f-ae86f54f-00005eefdemobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261022T153000Z
- Evening Library Play Date (Thompson Lane): 2026-10-22 6pm at Nashville Public Library – Thompson Lane, Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. A weekly evening play date, good for meeting other local families. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4c-9f4a3061-019f-6c42895a-000059c6demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261022T230000Z
- Evening Family Story Time (Bellevue): 2026-10-22 6pm at Nashville Public Library – Bellevue, Bellevue, Nashville, TN. Free. Ages 0-5. Stories, songs and silliness in the evening for kids up to 5. Source: https://events.library.nashville.org/cal/event/eventView.do?calPath=%2Fpublic%2Fcals%2FMainCal&guid=CAL-8a3e8e4b-9febf3ef-01a0-023c9560-000015b6demobedework@mysite.edu&recurrenceId=20261022T230000Z
## Minneapolis–St. Paul this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Aamodt's Apple Farm MEA Weekend wagon rides: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 11am–5pm at Aamodt's Apple Farm, 6428 Manning Ave N, Stillwater, MN 55082. Free entry. Ages 0-99. Wagon rides, goats and apple-cider doughnuts at a farm where admission and parking are free. Source: https://aamodtsapplefarm.com/
- Anoka Halloween Children's Costume Contest: 2026-10-17 10am at Riverfront Memorial Park, 2201 N Second Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. Free. Ages 0-10. A free kids' costume contest in the self-proclaimed Halloween Capital of the World. Source: https://anokahalloween.com/
- Anoka Halloween Children's Pumpkin Carving Contest: 2026-10-17 1pm–2:30pm at Riverfront Memorial Park, 2201 N Second Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. Free. Ages 3-12. Kids carve pre-gutted pumpkins, which then ride on a float in that night's parade. Source: https://anokahalloween.com/
- Anoka Halloween Light Up the Night Parade: 2026-10-17 7pm–8pm at Anoka Main Street, 1922 1st Ave. S., Anoka, MN 55303. Free. Ages 0-99. A nighttime parade of lit-up floats down Anoka's Main Street; bring warm layers. Source: https://anokahalloween.com/
- Be a Baby Beaver at the Bell: 2026-10-17 11am–11:30am at Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W, St Paul, MN 55113. Included with admission. Ages 2-5. A half-hour beaver story, songs and a puppet craft made for ages 2 to 5. Source: https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
- Beavers and Botanicals at the Bell Museum: 2026-10-16 10am at Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W, St Paul, MN 55113. Included with admission. Ages 0-99. Extra beaver-themed family activities around the museum galleries this week. Source: https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
- Blaze Sparky Show: 2026-10-17 11:30am–11:30am at KSTP Amphitheater at Como Harbor, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103. Free. Ages 0-99. A short, free sea lion show at Como Harbor that little kids usually love. Source: https://comozooconservatory.org/event/the-blaze-sparky-friends-show-3/2026-10-17
- Drop-In Discoveries: Fall Scavenger Hunt Hike: 2026-10-18 1pm–3pm at Eastman Nature Center, 13351 Elm Creek Road, Dayton, MN 55369. Free. Ages 0-99. A free, drop-in fall scavenger hunt on the nature center trails. Source: https://www.threeriversparks.org/
- Family Movie Night at North Regional Library: 2026-10-22 5:30pm–7pm at Hennepin County Library – North Regional, 1315 Lowry Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411. Free. Ages 0-99. A G or PG movie in the library's cozy theater, free for families. Source: https://www.hclib.org/
- Free Thursday Nights at the Minnesota History Center: 2026-10-22 4pm–8pm at Minnesota History Center, 345 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102. Free Thursday evening. Ages 0-99. Free admission and parking on Thursday evenings at the Minnesota History Center. Source: https://www.mnhs.org/historycenter
- German Storytime at GAI Cafe: 2026-10-17 10:15am–10:45am at Germanic-American Institute, 301 Summit Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102. Free. Ages 0-5. A free storytime in German for babies and little kids, and you don't need to speak it. Source: https://www.gaimn.org/
- Halloween Family Fun Day at Weaver Lake Park (Maple Grove): 2026-10-17 12:30pm–4pm at Weaver Lake Park, 8401 Maple Grove Pkwy, Maple Grove, MN 55369. $6 per child. Ages 2-8. An afternoon of outdoor Halloween games and activities for kids 2 to 8. Source: https://mgco.org/
- Halloween Spooktacular at Riverdale Village (Coon Rapids): 2026-10-17 1pm–4pm at Riverdale Village Shopping Center (playground), 12709 Riverdale Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN 55448. Free. Ages 0-99. A free community trick-or-treat afternoon at the shopping center. Source: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=5420
- Harvest Days at the Oliver H. Kelley Farm: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17 9am–3pm at Oliver H. Kelley Farm, 15788 Kelley Farm Rd., Elk River, MN 55330. Ticketed. Ages 0-99. Help with the harvest on an 1860s farm, with animals, chores and old-time games. Source: https://www.mnhs.org/kelleyfarm
- Hilltop Pumpkin Party and 73rd Annual Rotary Halloween Parade (Hudson, WI): 2026-10-17 11am–2pm at Camp St. Croix DayCroix, 345 Riverview Dr, Hudson, WI 54016. Free. Ages 0-99. A free Halloween party with wagon rides, pumpkin decorating, a petting zoo and a costume contest for under-4s. Source: https://business.hudsonwi.org/events/details/hilltop-pumpkin-party-and-73rd-annual-rotary-halloween-parade-38020
- History HiJinx: MEA Week: 2026-10-16 11am–3pm at Minnesota History Center, 345 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102. Included with admission. Ages 0-99. Drop in to make a leaf suncatcher and learn about Minnesota trees. Source: https://www.mnhs.org/historycenter
- Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at the Minnesota Zoo: 2026-10-16 5:30pm at Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley, MN 55124. From $23; ages 0–2 free. Ages 0-99. Thousands of glowing carved pumpkins along a nighttime zoo trail, and under-3s are free. Source: https://mnzoo.org/
- Lantern-lit Trails: 2026-10-22 6pm–8pm at Richardson Nature Center, 8737 East Bush Lake Road, Bloomington, MN 55438. Free. Ages 0-99. A self-paced lantern-lit trail with a story stroll, a campfire and live acoustic music. Source: https://www.threeriversparks.org/
- Little Explorer Thursday!: 2026-10-22 10am–12pm at Visitor Center, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103. Free. Ages 1-3. A free morning for 1- to 3-year-olds with animal visitors, a story and games. Source: https://comozooconservatory.org/event/little-explorer-thursday/2026-10-22
- October Star Party at the Bell Museum: 2026-10-16 7pm–8:30pm at Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W, St Paul, MN 55113. Free. Ages 3-99. Telescopes outside and short free planetarium shows inside, if your kid can stay up. Source: https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
- Rocky's Pumpkin Patch (Coon Rapids): 2026-10-17 10am–1pm at Sand Creek Park, 1008 Northdale Blvd., Coon Rapids, MN 55448. Free. Ages 0-12. A free fall party with trick-or-treating and one free pumpkin per child while they last. Source: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/1314/Rockys-Pumpkin-Patch
- Sensory Friendly Saturday at the Bell Museum: 2026-10-17 8am–10am at Bell Museum, 2088 Larpenteur Ave W, St Paul, MN 55113. Included with admission. Ages 0-99. An early, quieter museum opening with lowered lights and sound for kids with sensory needs. Source: https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/
- Sever's Fall Festival: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 10am–7pm at Sever's Fall Festival, 3121 150th Street West, Shakopee, MN. $19; 3 and under free. Ages 0-99. Corn maze, corn pit, jumping pillows and pig races, and kids 3 and under get in free. Source: https://seversfestivals.com/
- Story Time!: 2026-10-21 12pm–12pm at Visitor Center, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN 55103. Free. Ages 0-5. A short nature-themed storytime at the Como visitor center. Source: https://comozooconservatory.org/event/story-time-vc-2-2-2/2026-10-21
- Sunny's Pumpkin Nights at Fall Harvest Orchard: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-22 6pm–10pm at Fall Harvest Orchard, 9048 Ahern Ave SE, Delano, MN 55328. $15; 2 and under free. Ages 0-99. An evening walk past 3,000 carved jack-o'-lanterns at an orchard, with food trucks. Source: https://www.fallharvestorchard.com/
- Trivia on the Trails: Owl Trivia (self-guided): 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18, 2026-10-19, 2026-10-20, 2026-10-21, 2026-10-22 See source for hours at Dodge Nature Center, Main Property (Main Office Entrance), 365 Marie Avenue W, West St. Paul, MN 55118. Free. Ages 0-99. A free self-guided trail walk with owl facts to find along the way. Source: https://www.dodgenaturecenter.org/
- Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 10am–6pm at Twin Cities Harvest Festival & Maze, 8901 101st Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445. $20; under 36 inches free. Ages 0-99. An all-day pass for a corn maze, petting zoo, inflatables, a kids' train and a playground. Source: https://twincitiesmaze.com/
- Walk with a Naturalist at Manomin Park: 2026-10-17 10:30am–11:30am at Manomin Park, 6666 East River Road, Fridley, MN 55432. Free. Ages 0-99. A free, hour-long nature walk with a park naturalist. Source: https://www.anokacountyparks.com/
## St. Louis this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Boo at the Zoo: 2026-10-16 5pm at Saint Louis Zoo, 1 Government Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110. $16; under 2 free. Ages 0-11. Not-scary Halloween evenings at the zoo, and babies under 2 get in free. Source: https://www.stlzoo.org/
- Ecktoberfest at Eckert's Grafton Farm: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 9am–5pm at Eckert’s Grafton Farm, 20995 Eckert Orchard Rd, Grafton, IL 62037. See source. Ages 0-99. Pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, farm animals, pedal tractors and a play fort. Source: https://eckerts.com/location/grafton-farm/
- Fall Festival weekends at Eckert's Belleville Farm: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 See source for hours at Eckert’s Belleville Farm, 951 S Green Mt Rd, Belleville, IL 62220. See source. Ages 0-99. Weekend farm fun with petting animals, pony rides and pumpkin picking. Source: https://eckerts.com/location/belleville-farm/
- Family Sundays at the Saint Louis Art Museum: 2026-10-18 1pm–4pm at Saint Louis Art Museum, One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park, St. Louis, MO 63110. Free. Ages 0-99. Free hands-on art-making for families at the art museum on Sunday afternoon. Source: https://www.slam.org/
- Fright at the Museum: 2026-10-16 See source for hours at City Museum, 750 North 16th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103. Included with admission. Ages 0-99. Halloween decorations on every floor, a circus show and not-spooky witch storytelling on weekends. Source: https://www.citymuseum.org/
- Frights & Bites - Outdoor Movie & Food Trucks: 2026-10-16 5:30pm–8:30pm at Heartland Park, 1001 Schroeder Creek Blvd., Wentzville, MO 63385. Free. Ages 0-99. A free outdoor movie (Hocus Pocus) with a bubble bus, face painting and food trucks. Source: https://www.wentzvillemo.gov/community/events/frights-and-bites/
- Halloween Farm Fun Days at Stuckmeyer's Farm: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 See source for hours at Stuckmeyer's Farm, 249 Schneider Drive, Fenton, MO 63026. Free entry. Ages 0-99. Free farm entry with a small corn maze, pony rides and a rainbow play area. Source: https://stuckmeyers.com/
- Jack's Lighted Trail at Eckert's Belleville Farm: 2026-10-16 6:30pm–9pm at Eckert’s Belleville Farm, 951 S Green Mt Rd, Belleville, IL 62220. See source. Ages 0-99. An after-dark walk past giant carvings and twinkling pumpkins in the corn. Source: https://eckerts.com/event/jacks-lighted-trail-10/
- Leclaire Parkfest: 2026-10-18 11am–5pm at Leclaire Park, 900 Hale Avenue, Edwardsville, IL 62025. See source. Ages 0-99. An all-ages park festival with crafts, vintage cars, trolley tours and live music. Source: https://www.cityofedwardsville.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=3902
- Little Acorns: Big, Bad Predators (Rockwoods Reservation): 2026-10-20 10:30am–11:30am at Rockwoods Reservation, 2751 Glencoe Rd, Wildwood, MO 63038. Free (register). Ages 2-5. A preschool nature hour about predators, with a story, a craft and hands-on activities. Source: https://mdc.mo.gov/events
- Manchester Halloween Festival: 2026-10-16 5:30pm–7:30pm at Paul A Schroeder Park, 359 Old Meramec Station Road, Manchester, MO 63011. $8 residents / $11 non-residents. Ages 0-99. A family Halloween festival with hayrides, a costume contest and a hay search. Source: https://www.manchestermo.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=4642
- Not-So-Haunted House at The Magic House: 2026-10-16, 2026-10-17, 2026-10-18 See source for hours at The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum, 516 S. Kirkwood Rd., St. Louis, MO 63122. Museum admission. Ages 0-10. Kids trick-or-treat through the children's museum and meet storybook characters. Source: https://www.magichouse.org/
- Preschool Storytime (Edwardsville): 2026-10-22 10am–10:45am at Edwardsville Public Library, 112 South Kansas Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025. Free. Ages 3-5. Books, music and bubbles for preschoolers. Source: https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/
- Snake Encounter at Powder Valley Nature Center: 2026-10-17, 2026-10-20 11am–11:30am at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122. Free. Ages 0-99. Meet one of the nature center's snakes up close, then explore the exhibits. Source: https://mdc.mo.gov/events
- Special Pajama Storytime: Spooky S'mores: 2026-10-21 6:30pm–7:30pm at Yanda Log Cabin, 148 S. Main St, Glen Carbon, IL 62034. Free. Ages 0-8. A pajama storytime at a log cabin, followed by s'mores by the fire. Source: https://glencarbonlibrary.org/
- Spooktacular at Meramec State Park: 2026-10-17 9am at Meramec State Park (campground), 115 Meramec Park Drive, Sullivan, MO 63080. Free. Ages 0-99. A state park campground Halloween with coloring, a scavenger hunt and trick-or-treating. Source: https://mostateparks.com/park/meramec-state-park
- St. Louis Prehistoric Life Show: 2026-10-17 9:30am–4:30pm at Saint Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110. Free. Ages 0-99. A free one-day fossil show with hands-on dinosaur-era activities at the Science Center. Source: https://www.slsc.org/
- Storytime in Forest Park (Nature Playscape meadow): 2026-10-19 10am at Anne O'C. Albrecht Nature Playscape meadow, Forest Park, Anne O'C. Albrecht Nature Playscape, Forest Park (between the World's Fair Pavilion and the Jewel Box; entrances on Concourse Dr. and Carr Lane Dr.), St. Louis, MO 63112. Free. Ages 0-5. A free outdoor storytime in Forest Park, with snacks and blankets provided. Source: https://www.forestparkforever.org/storytime
- Toddler Thursday at Mastodon State Historic Site: 2026-10-22 10am–11am at Mastodon State Historic Site, 1050 Charles J. Becker Drive, Imperial, MO. Free. Ages 1-3. A free outdoor story and craft for toddlers at the mastodon site. Source: https://mostateparks.com/event/toddler-thursday/10-22-26
- Trek or Treat: Critter Crawl at Powder Valley: 2026-10-17 3:30pm–5:30pm at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122. Free. Ages 0-99. Come in costume and walk a flat, stroller-friendly trail to animal stations. Source: https://mdc.mo.gov/events
- Trick-or-Treat Nights at the St. Louis Aquarium: 2026-10-17 See source for hours at St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station, 201 S 18th St, St. Louis, MO 63103. Aquarium admission + $5. Ages 0-12. Trick-or-treat around the aquarium and Union Station with an official treat bag. Source: https://www.stlouisaquarium.com/
- You and Me under the Canopy: Once Upon a Leaf! (Tower Grove Park): 2026-10-16 6pm–7pm at Tower Grove Park – New Comfort Station, 4501 Southwest Dr., Saint Louis, MO 63110. Free (register). Ages 2-7. A naturalist program for ages 2 to 7 about fall leaves, ending with a flashlight walk. Source: https://mdc.mo.gov/events
## Grand Rapids this week (2026-10-16/2026-10-22)
- Family Storytime (Main Library): 2026-10-19 10:30am–11:30am at Main Library, 111 Library Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Free. Ages 0-5. Books, songs and fingerplays, with a hands-on activity at the end. Source: https://grpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a7368b53f18b57d5233935d
- Pajama Time (West Leonard Branch): 2026-10-19 6:30pm–7:30pm at West Leonard Branch, 1017 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Free. Ages 0-5. An evening storytime in pajamas, so bring a stuffed animal or blanket. Source: https://grpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a736b343f18b57d523393d7
- Toddler Time (West Side Branch): 2026-10-20 10:30am–11:30am at West Side Branch, 713 Bridge St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Free. Ages 1-3. Stories, songs and rhymes for toddlers and their grown-ups. Source: https://grpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a736a2774e3b8b75db7c388
- Family Storytime (Seymour Branch): 2026-10-21 10:30am–11:30am at Seymour Branch, 2350 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507. Free. Ages 0-5. Books, songs and fingerplays, with a hands-on activity at the end. Source: https://grpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a736bff74e3b8b75db7c615
- Family Storytime (Yankee Clipper Branch): 2026-10-22 10:30am–11:30am at Yankee Clipper Branch, 2025 Leonard St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505. Free. Ages 0-5. Books, songs and fingerplays, with a hands-on activity at the end. Source: https://grpl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a74954af213992f00c9fcfe
- Fall Craft Party (Englehardt (Lowell) Branch): 2026-10-17 10am–11am at Englehardt (Lowell) Branch, 200 N. Monroe St., Lowell, MI 49331. Free. Ages 0-99. Leaf, pumpkin and squirrel crafts for the whole family. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3aace290cc4e3a79102542
- County Fair Fun (Wyoming Branch): 2026-10-17 10:30am–11:30am at Wyoming Branch, 3350 Michael Ave. SW, Wyoming, MI 49509. Free. Ages 0-99. County-fair games and activities at the library, made for families. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3aada58ea300e2631fb7c2
- Saturday Storytime (Cascade Township Branch): 2026-10-17 10am–11am at Cascade Township Branch, 2870 Jacksmith Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Free. Ages 0-5. Stories, music and rhymes for little kids on a Saturday morning. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3bf9970e851028002cdd89
- Babytime (East Grand Rapids Branch): 2026-10-19 9:30am–10am at East Grand Rapids Branch, 746 Lakeside Drive SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506. Free. Ages 0-2. Songs, rhymes, stories and playtime for babies. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a34363643b41b3d006f6b17
- Rhyme Time Music and Movement (Cascade Township Branch): 2026-10-19 10am–11am at Cascade Township Branch, 2870 Jacksmith Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Free. Ages 0-5. Rhymes, songs and music to get the wiggles out. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3c292f57e90b326708c384
- Toddler Time (Caledonia Township Branch): 2026-10-19 10am–11am at Caledonia Township Branch, 6260 92nd St. SE, Caledonia, MI 49316. Free. Ages 1-3. Stories, music and rhymes for toddlers. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a343b2a43b41b3d006f6dc5
- Things That Go (Byron Township Branch): 2026-10-20 10am–11am at Byron Township Branch, 8191 Byron Center Ave. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. Free. Ages 2-99. Crafts and play all about trucks, cars and rockets. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3157cc2ea730c17ab749f1
- Nature Adventures (Cascade Township Branch): 2026-10-20 4:30pm–5:30pm at Cascade Township Branch, 2870 Jacksmith Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Free. Ages 0-5. Nature stories and activities for preschoolers. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3c29c3f3bd131b675fd0d1
- Yoga Storytime (Byron Township Branch): 2026-10-20 6:30pm–7pm at Byron Township Branch, 8191 Byron Center Ave. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. Free. Ages 2-5. Simple yoga poses mixed into stories and songs, in the evening. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a31411e8ea300e2631dfc8b
- Bilingual Storytime (Comstock Park Branch): 2026-10-21 10am–11am at Comstock Park Branch, 3943 W. River Dr. NE, Comstock Park, MI 49321. Free. Ages 0-5. Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a32cec5154fb14b00222c74
- Harvest of Stories (Spencer Township Branch): 2026-10-21 10am–11am at Spencer Township Branch, 14960 Meddler Ave., Gowen, MI 49326. Free. Ages 0-5. A fall storytime with an autumn craft. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3e8a6e5f884f9a10d91972
- Bricks at the Library (Cascade Township Branch): 2026-10-21 4:30pm–5:30pm at Cascade Township Branch, 2870 Jacksmith Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Free. Ages 2-99. Kids and grown-ups, grandparents included, team up to build with bricks. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3ac927c78687f2fd2e1540
- Preschool Storytime (Plainfield Township Branch): 2026-10-21 10am–11am at Plainfield Township Branch, 2650 5 Mile Rd. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. Free. Ages 3-5. Stories, music and rhymes for preschoolers. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a32ced872ddb73600818f7d
- Evening Storytime (Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch): 2026-10-19 6:30pm–7:30pm at Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch, 4950 Breton SE, Kentwood, MI 49508. Free. Ages 0-5. An after-work storytime with stories, music and rhymes. Source: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/events/6a3ea1d648c98c3600a28919