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Event Series Ghoulish Golf

Ghoulish Golf

River View Miniature Golf Course 8 North Avenue, St Charles, IL, United States

Mix it up this Halloween with a game of crazy golf with spooky surprises at every turn. Enter at your own risk! Some family-friendly light scares possible.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.

$8
Event Series Haunted Ghost Story Train

Haunted Ghost Story Train

Fox River Trolley Museum 365 S La Fox Street, South Elgin, IL, United States

Ride a spooky trolley down to the haunted forest preserve for an evening full of family friendly frights. Listen to spooky chilling stories around the roaring camp fire while enjoying monstrously good treats whipped up for you by Margie’s Girls’ Kitchen. Join in as our ghostly musician leads everyone in singing campfire songs. Costumes are...

$20

Haunted Stacks

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles, IL, United States

Welcome to the 3rd annual Haunted Stacks! This special after hours event will be scarier than ever before! While the Haunted portion on the main level may be too scary for all ages, the Spooky Stacks and games will be available for younger audiences on the lower level. The Haunted Stacks are recommended for middle...

Free
Event Series Buffalo Grove Farmers Market

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market

Mike Rylko Community Park 1000 N Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove, IL, United States

Featuring: locally grown fruits, vegetables, condiments, gourmet coffee and pastries, and more. In addition, business sponsored booths and non-profit booths will showcase local organizations and businesses.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free

Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers Market

Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount Prospect, IL, United States

Get the freshest produce in town every Sunday morning from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. The 2024 Market Season runs from June 2 thru Oct. 27 and the Market goes on rain or shine. Lots of vendors from IIlinois, Michigan and Wisconsin area farmers, specialty crafters, unique food items and other one-of-a-kind vendors. Don’t miss...

Free
Event Series Glen Ellyn French Market

Glen Ellyn French Market

Main Street Train Station (Glen Ellyn) South parking lot (between Main Street and Forest Avenue), Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Featuring a select group of vendors and live entertainment.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free
Event Series Geneva French Market

Geneva French Market

Downtown Geneva IL, United States

European-style market offers unique eats, treats and treasures in Geneva.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free

World of Genomics: Discover Everyday DNA

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for this interactive, hands-on science experience featuring multiple stations focused on specific aspects of science, with volunteers from the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Visitors will learn about DNA, genetics, agriculture, robotics, and microbesβ€”all through family-friendly activities led by volunteer researchers from the IGB. See...

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