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Lemontster Days

Downtown Lemont Lemont

Celebrating Halloween Lemont-Style September 24 to October 18: “Trail of Scarecrows” Competition! Theme: Fairytale Characters | VOTE For Your Favorite Scarecrow September 10: Stake pick-ups at Lemont Township Community Center....

Event Series Soap Box Derby

Soap Box Derby

Frontenac and Diehl Road Naperville

Since 1985 the All-American Soap Box Derby has sanctioned rally racing. Since its inception the All-American rally program has grown into a very popular racing format. Rally racing affords families...

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Event Series Tinker Works

Tinker Works

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park

On October 8, 9, and 10, Wonder Works will host Tinker Works, a museum takeover event exploring using stuff to make stuff that does stuff. When children tinker, they are...

$20
Event Series Fall Fest

Fall Fest

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago

For Wildlife. For All. For Fall! Dive into the wonderful world of autumn—from picking the perfect pumpkin to nostalgic Ferris wheel rides above the foliage—with Lincoln Park Zoo’s eighth annual...

Free
Event Series 69th Annual Powwow

69th Annual Powwow

Schiller Woods W Irving Park Rd and N Cumberland Ave, Chicago

In partnership with the American Indian Center of Chicago, join us to celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, dancing, vendors, activities and more. Rain or shine. Information...

Event Series Pumpkin Weekends

Pumpkin Weekends

Blackberry Farm 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora

Enjoy family-friendly fall festivities at Blackberry Farm! Weekends in October & Columbus Day 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., admission includes all rides and attractions, pumpkins can be purchased additionally for...

$7 – $8

Saint Luke’s Oktoberfest

The Lutheran Church of Saint Luke 410 S. Rush Street, Itasca

Join us on Sunday, October 9th from 11:30am - 4pm for Saint Luke’s very own free family-friendly Oktoberfest! Enjoy an afternoon of authentic German food, beer, wine, music, children’s games,...

Petoberfest Chili Cook-Off

Hinsdale Humane Society 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale

Come watch the Bears vs. Vikings game playing in our lobby and either pre-register to make and enter your best chili ($20 entrance fee), or purchase an entry ticket for...

Event Series Octoberfest

Octoberfest

DuPage County Fairgrounds 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton

Carnival, Food Trucks, Vendors, Live Music, Kids activities (Sunday), Car Show (Saturday 9-12PM), Uncorked & Uncapped Beer/Wine tasting (Saturday 4-7PM) Cost per person: General Admission $10 for adults, $5 for...

$10
Event Series Walking Plays

Walking Plays

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle

ADVANCE TICKETS RECOMMENDED Walk along with the action of your favorite literary tales performed live among 1,700 acres of trees and beautiful landscapes. All Walking Plays are approximately 90 minutes...

$15 – $25

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