Lincoln Scared
This festival has wrapped for 2026 — it typically returns October 2027.
Next edition · 2027
2027 dates: not announced yet. Lincoln Scared typically returns in October. We read the organiser's site and update this page when dates are confirmed; what follows is the record of 2026.
Lincoln Square's family Halloween day with trick-or-treating at local shops and a costume parade.
- Dates: October 25, 2026
- Where: Lincoln Square
- Neighborhood: Lincoln Square
- Cost: Free
How it was
This year's edition is over — the schedule and practical notes below are kept as the record of 2026.
Schedule
- Sun, Oct. 25 — Trick-or-Treat: 11am–1pm at participating businesses; free pumpkin decorating out front of The Perfect Cup (4700 N. Damen) while supplies last.
What to expect
Kids trick-or-treat along Lincoln Avenue businesses, with costume contests and seasonal activities.
Transit
Brown Line to Western.
Family-friendly
Made for kids.
Frequently asked questions
When is Lincoln Scared 2027?
The organiser has not announced 2027 dates yet. Lincoln Scared typically returns in October; this page is updated when dates are confirmed.