LITTLE BOOS
Little boos.
Big smiles.
A gentle visit for little ones and anyone who likes their Halloween on the sweeter side.
✦ THE MORALES HAUNTED BACKYARD · HALLOWEEN 2026
THE GATES OPENOCTOBER 24, 2026
6:30–7:15 PM Little ones7:15–8:30 PM Everyone else
All times CentralSomething
wicked
lives here.
When the sun goes down, our backyard comes alive. Step into the shadows. Make a memory. Try not to scream.
A FAMILY TRADITION. AFTER DARK.DARE TO DISCOVER
A family-made nightmare✦Choose your level of fear✦Follow the pumpkin glow✦Enter if you dare
THIS YEAR’S FEATURED CONTEST
Let your pumpkin
steal the show.
CARVE · DISPLAY · VOTE · WINOctober 24, 20266:30–8:30 PM Central
85 Wagner Rd, Northfield, IL · View map ↓NEW THIS YEAR · EVERYONE CAN JOIN
The Great Backyard Pumpkin Contest
This year, your pumpkin is part of the show. Bring a carved or decorated creation, give it a place on our glowing walk, and let visitors choose their favorites. Three winners each receive a $20 gift card, a diploma, and a surprise goodie bag.
- 01
Make a little magic
Kids, parents, and friends can all take part.
- 02
Give it a place to shine
Drop off your carved or decorated pumpkin from 4–5 PM on October 24.
- 03
Take the pumpkin walk
Enjoy the display, then vote for your favorite pumpkin.
Little ones: 6:30–7:15 PM · Everyone else: 7:15–8:30 PM. Drop off your finished contest pumpkin from 4–5 PM at 85 Wagner Rd.
A LITTLE SPOOKY. A LOT OF HAPPY.
Little scares. Big memories.
Costumes, pumpkin grins, and time together.
That’s the heart of our Halloween.
CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL OF FEAR
How brave are you?
A gentle first fright or a walk into the unknown,
there’s a way in for every kind of brave.
Tell us you’re coming.
Register your group and share when you expect to arrive.
October 24 · 6:30–8:30 PM Central
Little boos.
BRAVE SOULS
Into the
shadows.
The spooky tour for bigger kids and grown-ups who enjoy surprises around the corner.
ALL TOGETHER
Follow
the glow.
Take a wander past pumpkins made by our very own kids, parents, and friends.
Meet us in the backyard.
85 Wagner Rd, Northfield, IL
Where should we park?
Park on Wagner Rd or nearby side streets, following posted signs. Keep neighbors’ driveways and sidewalks clear.
Which visit is right for my child?
Choose Little Boos for a gentler experience or Brave Souls for bigger scares. Every child is different; little ones visit 6:30–7:15 PM; everyone else 7:15–8:30 PM on October 24. Tour effects will be shared before the event.
What should we bring or know?
Wear comfortable shoes and dress for an outdoor evening. Parents should stay with their children. Route accessibility, weather changes, and final event details will be posted before opening.
FINISH THE WALK. PICK YOUR FAVORITE.
The pumpkin people’s choice.
Explore the display, note your favorite pumpkin’s number, then cast your vote here.
Three winning pumpkins. A $20 gift card, a diploma, and a surprise goodie bag for each winner.
VOTING NIGHTOctober 24, 20266:30–8:30 PM Central
One vote per signed-in visitor. The family reviews ties before announcing the top three.
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THE CAST BEHIND THE CHAOS
Every nightmare needs a cast.
Help us bring the backyard’s darkest corners to life.
Suggested roles · final lineup to be confirmed
THE BEST SOUVENIRS ARE THE STORIES
Some nights stay with you.
SCAN. SNAP. SHARE.
Your memories belong here.
Scan with your phone to upload your Halloween photos. The family will review them before they join the gallery.
Upload your photos ↗
Scan to share your photosThe night leaves its mark.
Family photos and favorite moments will appear here.
Have something from a past haunt? We’d love to see it.