
Allerton's 2nd Annual Halloween Spooktacular
Sunday, October 28 | 1–5 PM | Diversified Farm
$8/adult; $5/child 12 and under; 2 and under free
Don't miss the return of this non-scary Halloween alternative for the family and the chance to win Cirque du Soleil tickets!
JUST ANNOUNCED:
Cirque du Soleil's Saltimbanco Tour Bus will be at Spooktacular from 3:30 to 5 PM with a stilt walker, juggler, and mime in full costume ready to entertain and take pictures with Allerton's Spooktacular attendees. They will also be giving away tickets to the Cirque du Soleil: Saltimbanco November performance at Assembly Hall in Champaign. You don't want to miss it!
Spooktacular admission includes:
- A tour of the Allerton Diversified Farm to visit with costumed characters dressed as critters and creatures of the night, which are often associated with Halloween.
Guided walks begin every 10 minutes and last approx. 30 minutes - Games such as pin-the-nose-on-the-witch, scary duck pond, fishing for bats, and more (everyone who participates gets a prize)
- Children’s crafts
- Campfire with marshmallow roasting
- Candy and other giveaways
- Entertainment and a meet-and-greet with pictures from Cirque du Soleil's Saltimbanco street performers
Also available for purchase:
- Sandwiches, snacks, desserts, and beverages at the Creepy Café
- Festive trinkets and treasures at our Boo-tique
Costumes are not required, but are encouraged. This event is a fundraiser for Allerton’s education and volunteer programs, so bring the family, neighbors, and friends! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Reservations are not required, but recommended.

For more information:
217-244-1035 | 217-762-2721 |
allertoninfo@uiuc.edu
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