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Halloween Obsessed 🎃? Me Too. My Favorite Halloween Must Haves
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items Why settle for basic pumpkins when you can transform your home into a full on haunted masterpiece? This isn’t cute corner décor. This is go big or go home Halloween decorating: the bold, over the top kind that makes trick or treaters stop in their tr...
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My Favorite Halloween Decor Ideas
Halloween Scents
Spooky Town Lemax
My Favorite Halloween Traditions
Haunted Hideaways
My Favorite Halloween Decor Ideas
For moms who run on coffee, chaos, and cobwebs.
The second it’s open near me. I’m there to check out what’s new for the year
Spirit Halloween
Halloween Scents
Vampire Blood isn’t your average fall fragrance—it’s a daring blend that captures the thrill of midnight and the allure of the forbidden. Imagine crushed black cherries dripping with sweetness, smoky patchouli curling like shadows, and a hint of velv...
Vampire Blood Fine Fragrance Mist
Spooky Town Lemax
I’ve been collecting Lemax Spooky Town since 1990 and now have hundreds of pieces in my Halloween village. Building it each year is pure magic; my favorite tradition and the ultimate way I get into the spooky season spirit.
They have the best Halloween costumes - especially for families. Yes. I still make my kids dress up with my husband & I. A family that dresses up together, stays together!
Shop early for best selection— because they tend to sell out quickly!
Halloween Costumes for Adults and Kids | HalloweenCostumes.com
I’ve been collecting Lemax Spooky Town since 1990 and now have hundreds of pieces in my Halloween village. Building it each year is pure magic—my favorite tradition and the ultimate way I get into the spooky season spirit.
Lemax Spooky Town Halloween Village Collection
My Favorite Halloween Traditions
Halloween in Chicago is pure magic; bold, creative, and a little over the top (in the best way). From pumpkin packed festivals and spooky parades to haunted houses that push your courage to the limit, the city knows how to celebrate.
For me, it’s a...
Apple Holler isn’t just an orchard, it’s a whole mood. Tucked right between Milwaukee and Chicago, it’s the perfect fall day trip for anyone who loves crisp apples, cozy barns, and just a little small-town magic.
I love it because it feels like step...
Apple Holler
A classic favorite with a gentle breeze of festival energy. Expect a petting zoo, hay rides, corn maze, a jumping pillow, and farm‑fresh treats like donuts and caramel apples. Mornings are the sweet spot—less crowd, more cozy vibes.
Goebbert's Farm & Garden Center
An over-the-top, full-day outing with 25+ attractions: mechanical rides, barrel blasts, haunted barns, pig races, live music, photo ops, and amazing food stalls. Truly a fall playground for the family.
Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm and Fall Fest
A bold, urban twist on the pumpkin patch—10,000+ pumpkins, corn maze, axe‑throwing (18+), bars, fortune tellers, gem mining, and photo ops galore. Fall fun in the heart of the city
Jack's Pumpkin Pop-up
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Fest is the biggest outdoor Halloween‑season celebration in the North Shore suburbs of Chicago. Held annually in downtown Highwood, it’s a FREE, family-friendly event that runs three days (plus a community opening, Carnival...
Highwood Pumpkin Fest
A cozy, handcrafted feel with hay rides, corn maze, play areas, and u‑pick apples. A simpler, storybook kind of fall fest that’s sweet, not frenetic.
Keller's Farmstand
A visual spectacle that feels curated just for Halloween lovers. Chalet Nursery in Wilmette (and their Chicago location) transforms into a seasonal wonderland with layers of immersive, spooky-chic décor that change often. They’re known for rotating t...
Chalet Home + Garden
Haunted Hideaways
Looking for a spooky stay—whether you’re ghost-hunting or just chasing that Halloween thrill? These eerie Airbnbs near Chicago promise plenty of chills, thrills, and a night you won’t soon forget.
Have a Fun (and Fright) Filled Halloween at These Ha...
Think Addams Family meets chic goth glam. Wednesday’s Lair is a viral hit: jet‑black exterior, gothic interiors, and an atmosphere that’s eerie yet elegant. It’s like stepping into a modern horror story—completely immersive.
Wednesday's Lair - Houses for Rent in Lincoln, Illinois, United States
The Black Monarch is a unique Airbnb experience nestled in the heart of Victor, Colorado. This historic Victorian Gothic building was originally constructed in the late 19th century as a brothel, casino, and saloon. After a fire in 1899, it was rebui...
Black Monarch Hotel
Featured in Ghost Adventures, Ghost Brothers, Paranormal Caught on Camera, the Haunted Magnolia Hotel B&B is Located in the heart of Seguin’s quaint Historic Downtown District. Built in 1850 as a 10 room frontier hotel, stagecoach stop, saloon, r...
The Haunted Magnolia Hotel – Bed & Breakfast and Private Ghost Tours ...
The Ghostly Retreat is designed to evoke the eerie charm of Disney’s Haunted Mansion. Airbnb’s Ghostly Retreat in Fullerton, California is a one-of-a-kind property that is must-visit for Disney fans and those seeking a truly spooky stay. From the mom...
Ghostly Retreat/15 Min to Disney w/Hot Tub! - Houses for Rent in Fullerton ...
Built in 1883, this manor has been in the same family for generations and has a reputation for being one of the most mysterious houses in the city. The Manor has a long and fascinating history. If you’re seeking a truly unforgettable and potentially ...
The Manor Master Chamber - Castles for Rent in Saint Paul ... - Airbnb
Unleash the spirit of the past at Barns Tower, an eerie mediaeval mini castle adorned with roaring log fires. Nestled in a beautiful rural setting on the River Tweed, this hauntingly authentic tower is the perfect getaway for exploring the mystical S...
Barns Tower - Unique Accommodation Peebles
Experience a chilling nightmare at the Haunted Bedroom, where Scottish Art Nouveau style meets the haunting atmosphere of an Edwardian child’s bed chamber. The intimate space is bathed in a low-lit glow from period wall lighting and flickering candle...
The Haunted Bedroom