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Last Minute Halloween Ideas For Procrastinators In Chicago

Remember when Halloween was a holiday that only kids had fun on? Yeah, me neither. This year's celebration is not one to miss out on. Just because you're late in planning doesn't mean that Halloween 2015 has to be a bust. We've got you covered!

THE PARTY:

Halloween 2015 at Atomic Imaging
Saturday, October 31st, 2015 (8:00PM - 3:00AM)
1501 N. Magnolia Ave., Chicago IL
(North Ave. & the Chicago River)

This year's party is Mad Max themed, but come in whatever costume you've got! Explore the Tombs at the Haunted Ice-Factory -- 5-building warehouse compound -- and experience Chicago's largest, longest running and most highly rated Halloween event. This is nothing like your typical nightclub or hotel party - it's got the vibe of a house party, except it takes place in a haunted factory. Tickets are still available, and start at around $85 for all-inclusive food and drinks!


THE COSTUME:

Chicago Costume Company
Lincoln Park: 1120 West Fullerton
Portage Park: 4727 West Montrose
And pop-up locations around town
(North Ave. & the Chicago River)

Looking for great, last-minute Halloween costumes? Chicago Costume specializes in the hard to find, unique, hip and upscale costume options. They even rent theatrical costumes, for those that really want to impress! With 2 full-size stores and several pop-up locations around the city, they're sure to have many of the most popular costumes still in stock -- even this close to the holiday! They're open 7 days a week too!


THE TREATS:

Choose Chocolate Candy!

What Halloween would be complete without trick or treating? When it's your turn to answer the door and give out candy, you need to make the right decision -- Give them what they want! No, apples and gum won't cut it. As Peapod has uncovered in their list of 10 most popular Halloween candies sold in our city, Chicagoans prefer CHOCOLATE! A quick survey at area grocery stores reveals that our city is still fully stocked for last-minute candy buyers -- So stop by on the way home to pick up your treats in preparation for the big night.

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