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Halloween at the Center

Celebrate Halloween at the Obama Presidential Center with costumes, candy, music, and family-friendly fun across campus.
Event Details
Sat, Oct 31 • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Campus
Admission
This event is free while supplies last. Please note this event does not include Museum admission.

Details

Stop by on October 31 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a casual Halloween celebration with treats and surprises. Come dressed as a classic Halloween favorite, get creative with your own costume, or take inspiration from an inspiring figure or historical changemaker.

Keep an eye out for candy, stickers, and custom buttons as you explore campus, and enjoy spooky songs throughout the day.

The Chicago Public Library, Obama Presidential Center Branch will also host additional Halloween programming from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., including a preschool story time and a screening of Coco.

For a safe and welcoming celebration, costume masks and replica or toy guns are not permitted on campus.

Plan Your Visit

Campus

The vibrant 19 acre campus located in Chicago’s historic Jackson Park features a diverse array of public spaces, including walking paths, gardens, an athletic center, an auditorium, programming spaces, a branch of the Chicago Public Library, and the Obama Presidential Center Museum. Mon - Sun 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. CT Building hours may vary.

Good to Know

Explore helpful resources regarding transportation, accessibility services, and on-site amenities before you arrive.