
Haunted Happenings in Lakeview East
Halloween isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s a state of mind, a festival of the bizarre, and a celebration of all things spooky. It’s that bewitching time of year again – the season of Halloween! Unleash your inner horror obsessed self, que up the scary movies, and prepare yourself for a season of fright. Read on how to discover the best LVE has to offer to savor the season of the witch.
The events listed are in order by date! For things happening on Halloween (October 31) scroll to the middle of the page.
Month Long Events

Chicago’s favorite annual Halloween-themed extravaganza is back for the 2025 season starting October 10th! Step inside Nightmare on Clark Street, where spooky season takes over Stolen Saddle! Enjoy over-the-top haunted décor, creepy-themed cocktails, and Instagram-worthy photo ops designed to get you into the Halloween spirit! Happy haunting.
boo-kini bottom
I’m ready! I’m ready! I’m ready! Replay Lincoln Park has done it again, they have transformed every square inch of their huge arcade bar into an astonishing pop-up. Just in time for spooky season, get lost in the underwaters of Boo-Kini Bottom! Inspired by everyone’s favorite crew under the sea, this fully themed experience takes you deep into an ocean of cocktails, events, and Halloween fun. Expect all-new themed cocktails, over-the-top décor, new trivia dates, and special events every week. And for Halloween? Get ready for one of the biggest costume contests in the city with some of the best prizes in Chicago. Whether you’re here to sip, snap, or sea the magic, this is your chance to experience Bookini Bottom before it floats away at the end of October.
No reservations needed, just swim on in!
Haunted Happenings
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Fae Soiree: Halloween Edition | October 12
Pole dance, flow arts, and burlesque, oh my! On Sunday, October 12th from 7 to 9 pm, be amazed at the Newport Theater for their Fae Soiree: Halloween Edition. This enchanting, whimsical, and sensual burlesque show created and hosted by Gaybriel Le Fae.
Enter if you dare! Bring your tipping dollars.
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Annual Horror Marathon | All Month Long
In celebration of spooky season, Alamo Drafthouse in Wrigleyville be showing old school horror movies all October long! With classics like CREEPSHOW (1982), Scream (1996) and The Mummy, you can catch Halloween favorites on the big screen.
spooktacular drag brunch | October 18 & 19
The newly opened Kit Kat Club is hosting a Spooktacular Drag Brunch on both Saturday October 18th and Sunday October 19th, hosted by Shantell DeMarco & Abigale Beverly Hillz! Seatings are at 11 am and 1:30 pm! Book your seats online through OpenTable, call (773) 525-1111 to reserve, or buy a ticket in advance.
Tickets Include: Two course prix fixe brunch with entree choice, free flowing brunch drinks: Mimosas, Bellinis, Sangria, Bloody Mary Martinis, 1800 Tequila Skinny Margaritas, Vodka Spritzers, and a 2 hour seating.

Halloween Events – October 31

Wrigleyville Halloween Crawl
On Friday, October 31st, the historic Wrigleyville neighborhood will be full of party-seekers creeping and crawling from bar to bar on the only night where you can act like a kid and drink like an adult! You and your friends can show off your costumes as you sing, dance, and drink the night away.
Throw on your best costume and join in on all of the frightening fun for this haunted holiday at the BIGGEST Halloween Party in Chicago!
WHAT’S INCLUDED: Tickets include admission, free dinner buffets, gift cards to use on the crawl, costume contest, giveaways and more!
WHERE: Wrigleyville’s Best Bars* including: Old Crow, Moe’s, HVAC, Cubby Bear, Murphy’s, Stretch, Roadhouse 66, Country Club, Rabbit Hole, Sports Corner, Underground Lounge, DraftKings, Almost Home Tavern, Lucky Strike, Yak-Zies, Tin Roof, Stolen Saddle, Sluggers, Rizzo’s, Merkle’s, Home Away From Home, Cheesie’s, Vines, Pilot Project Brewing, Trace, Smoke Daddy, Graystone Tavern, Bernie’s, Dugout & More TBA! *Bars subject to change


KILLER LOOKS

Colette cuties know that The Colette Collection is THE neighborhood boutique for trendy looks for any holiday / season! Stay warm in a bootiful sweater, get Halloween accessories, and browse the clearance rack while you’re there!

Goldplaited has been waiting for Spooky Season to debut their huge Halloween collection! Come on down to this stylish boutique and treat yourself to something cute enough to wear all year.
TURN YOUR HOME INTO A HAUNTED HOUSE

Foursided
Gourd vibes only at Foursided! From horror themed coffee table books, black flame candles, and literally ALL things pumpkin, Foursided has everything you need to transform your space into a monster getaway. With two Lakeview locations, come stock up and be the talk of the ghost town.

plant stand collective
Plant Stand Collective has some killer plants for sale! They carry so many carnivorous plants, and also black and orange pots for them to live in. Don’t be scared to add some spooky plants to your collection! The Plant Stand Collective crew will help you find the perfect plant so it doesn’t end up in the graveyard.
SCARY GOOD TREATS

windy city sweets
Sweet so good you don’t mind killing your diet this Halloween. Windy City Sweets has all your fall favorites- like caramel apples, any candy you can name, and even cute chocolate goods like these white fudge mummy oreos!

ROCKS | Slasher Burger Available All October Long
The Slasher Burger is so good you’ll scream. An 8oz smash patty with mac and cheese, diced jalapenos, cajun shoestring fries, drizzled with chipotle BBQ and siracha and served on a brioche bun and brushed with roasted garlic aioli. Just $17.75 to satisfy your taste buds, and available all month long at ROCKS.

Matilda + babyatlas
Matilda is serving up Halloween themed cocktails and dishes this spooky season. They also have Trivia Tuesday every week, where you can put your brain to the test while enjoying these October specials!


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