Arts in the Dark is a magical evening parade that celebrates Halloween as the "artist's holiday". LUMA8 is proud to announce that the Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade will return to State Street as the Grand Finale of the city's "Halloweek" program on Saturday, October 29th, 2022. This event draws together world-renowned institutions like the Art Institute of Chicago, celebrated Chicago organizations like Lookingglass Theatre Company, important programs like After School Matters and aspiring artists in every field. Now in its eigth year, this extraordinary parade has delighted hundreds of thousands of locals and visitors with unique floats, spectacle puppets and creative performances.
We also are excited that to be producing the 3rd Annual UPSIDE DOWN Halloween Parade in Washington Park on Saturday, October 22nd from 12-2pm.
The UPSIDE DOWN Halloween Parade is a "reverse" parade that will consist of 20-25 performance groups stationed along Russell Drive, a beautiful tree-lined stretch that crosses through the heart of Washington Park. Families are invited to wear costumes and walk through the route together.
Attendees will receive goody bags at the end of the route, which will include an exhibit area where performance groups can provide information regarding their programs.
These events are free and open to the public.
About LUMA8:
LUMA8 is an independent 501c3 that strives to elevate Chicago as a focal point of artistic innovation that enriches the lives of its citizens and creates economic impact.
LUMA8 STAFF
Sharene Shariatzadeh – President & CEO
Krista Wolter - Director of Programs
LUMA8 Board of Directors
Chairman: Corey Minturn
William Blair & Company
President: Sharene Shariatzadeh
LUMA8
Secretary: Steve Perlman
The Marketing Store
Michelle T. Boone
The Poetry Foundation
Michael A. Chabraja
Ice Miller
Chanel Coney
CFI Partners
Allison Gerlach
Chicago Loop Alliance
Mark Kelly
LUMA8 Artistic Director, former DCASE Commissioner
Alex Pissios
Cinespace Film Studios
Anna D. Shapiro
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
VOLUNTEERS
Karen Brosnan
Caleb Hiltunen
Brady Luby
Sharon Lynch Shariatzadeh
Jackie Van Zant
Krista Wolter
Special thanks to Mayor Lightfoot, First Lady Amy Eshleman, J.D. Van Slyke and others in the Mayor's Office, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (especially Commissioner Mark Kelly, Tara Vock, Dave Adams, Jennifer Washington, Joe Fonzino, and Sue Vopicka), the Chicago Park District, CHOOSE Chicago, 42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly and his staff, the Chicago Police Department and the Chicago Department of Transportation for all of their support. We are also grateful for the assistance of John Trick and former Chicago Police Department Commander Neil Sullivan.
ARTS IN THE DARK STEERING COMMITTEE
Mark Kelly - Former Commissioner, Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
Sharene Shariatzadeh – President & CEO, LUMA8
Allison Gerlach – Chicago Loop Alliance
Tara Vock - Executive Administrative Assistant, Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events
Sue Vopicka - Former Assistant to Commissioner Mark Kelly, Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events