HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS Cooler Chicago weather signals a calendar warm-up with holiday events that celebrate the joy of fall and winter’s seasonal traditions. BY ROSALIND CUMMINGS-YEATES The Loop’s historic State Street comes alive at night with mesmerizing performers, marching bands, and elaborate 36 choosechicago.com VITO PALMISANO Welcome October’s bright fall colors and crisp temps at Lincoln Park Zoo with professional pumpkin carvers, a harvest maze, and autumn-themed food and drinks during Fall Fest . The family-friendly fun continues at the end of the month with Spooky Zoo , when kids can trick or treat among the animals, make fun crafts, and watch live entertainment. costumes during the Arts in the Dark Halloween parade. Jaw-dropping puppetry and festive floats add to the free-wheeling atmosphere. Experience over-the-top creativity at the Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade in the LGBTQ+ Northalsted neighborhood. The event ranks as one of the top Halloween parades in the country. Don’t miss the high-energy awards presentation and music performances after the parade.
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