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Oktoberfest

Arlington Heights Historical Museum 110 W Fremont Street, Arlington Heights, IL, United States

Spend an afternoon on the grounds of the Historical Museum with your family and friends enjoying German music, food and fun! Kids can participate in activities and crafts. Food and beer for purchase.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Harvest Fest

Fischer Farm 16W680 Grand Ave., Bensenville, IL, United States

Don't miss out on this one day event sponsored by Grand Subaru, feautring food, fun and live music for the whole family to enjoy. Activities include bounce houses, art vendors, crafts, pony ride and games. Admission, parking and shuttle to and from the parking lot is FREE! Tickets available for purchase for food and some...

Free

Octoberfest

Meineke Park 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg, IL, United States

The event features food trucks and live entertainment for kids and adults. A $5/person activity bracelet will be available for purchase and it includes access to the following activities: balloon twister, face painting, inflatables and more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Free

Local Author Meet and Greet

Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield, IL, United States

Meet local author Bonnie McAuley to discuss her newly published children's book, Highs and Lows, which follows the challenges and triumphs of a family dealing with a child's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Itasca Halloween Celebration

Itasca Park District 350 E Irving Park Road, Itasca, IL, United States

Ready for some Halloween fun? The Itasca Park District and Village of Itasca are excited to invite your family to attend an afternoon of Halloween activities. Enjoy free games, bounce house, pumpkin decorating and more. Participants are encouraged to bring canned food items or nonperishable items for the Itasca Food Pantry. $1 donation is recommended...

Free
Event Series Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride

Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride

Danada Equestrian Center 3S507 Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

Enjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserve’s heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.

$5

Oaktoberfest

Maryknoll Park (Glen Ellyn) 845 Pershing Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

Celebrate Illinois oaks and discover fascinating facts about these majestic trees while engaging in a variety of family-friendly activities. β€’ Take part in a guided nature walk. β€’ Try your hand at acorn toss. β€’ Unleash your creativity with a tree art project. β€’ Meet local environmentally-conscious organizations and small businesses. β€’ Play platform tennis...

Free

Downtown Wheaton Chili Cook-Off

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

The Chili Cookoff returns to Downtown Wheaton this October! Your favorite Downtown eateries compete for your vote with their unique spin on this fan-favorite dish. Ticketholders will enjoy unlimited chili tastings before voting on the tastiest recipe. Join us for this festive fall event... admission includes UNLIMITED tastings, so bring your appetite. This event will...

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