Stop by Main Street Recreation Center for an eerie-sistible evening! Trunk or Treat is happening on Monday, October 27, from 4-6 pm. Walk the trunk trail, collect tasty treats, and show off your costumes! Don’t forget to try pumpkin carving—your creation will be added to the Pumpkins on Main display and could win a prize. This family-friendly event is free and open to all ages. Learn more »
Show off your pumpkin carving skills by entering our Pumpkins on Main Carving Contest. Carve a pumpkin at home and drop it off at the Main Street Recreation Center on October 27 or 28 between 8:30 am and 8 pm. Your jack-o’-lantern will be part of a festive community display outside the Main Street Recreation Center from October 27 to October 31. All entries are eligible to win fun prizes, including a $25 Glen Ellyn Park District gift certificate, free rounds of mini golf at Holes & Knolls, a candy-filled goodie bag, and more! Participation is free with registration and open to all ages! Register »
👻🎃 Ready for a spine-tingling adventure? The Ackerman Haunted Trail is back on October 23 and 24! Walk through our haunted path anytime from 4 pm to 9 pm; the walk will take about 10 minutes. For a milder scare, come before 6 pm. If you’re brave enough for the full scare, show up after 6 pm! Don’t miss out on tasty treats available for purchase from local vendors. All adults and children age 3 and older walking the trail are required to register and pay the $5 fee. Register »
Discover unique, handmade treasures at the 2nd Annual Autumn Craft Fair on Saturday, October 18, from 1-3 pm at Main Street Recreation Center. Perfect for holiday gifts or adding a festive touch to your home, the fair features over 25 local artisans offering handmade crafts, including artwork from reclaimed wood beams, rag dolls and kits, cards and paper crafts, handmade jewelry, holiday décor, cookies, prints, clay trinkets, magnets, and more. Free admission for all shoppers! Learn more »
Catch a free outdoor screening of “Wicked” on Thursday, October 16, outside the Main Street Recreation Center. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and favorite snacks, and get ready for a fantastic night under the stars! The movie will begin at dusk. Plus, there will be an opportunity to meet and take photos with Glinda and Elphaba! Learn more »
As part of our commitment to continually improving the programs and services we offer, the Glen Ellyn Park District has recently updated our refund policy, which can be viewed here. This updated policy will go into effect on January 1, 2026. Read More »
