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Light the Torch Night Run

Central Athletic Complex 500 S Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States

Race through luminary lanes at the 10th Annual Light the Torch 5K Night Run! This chip-timed 5K run/walk is a unique race through downtown Wheaton after sunset. Come decked out! The more glow the better! Participants are invited to stick around after the race for live music, carnival rides, kids’ activities, food, and a beer...

$35

Dinos Downtown Wheaton​

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

Dinosaurs invade Downtown Wheaton! This BIG outdoor exhibit features 10 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs throughout Downtown Wheaton this September 25 through October 8, 2023. Enjoy dinosaur-themed specials, activities, and more from your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops and restaurants! Mark your calendar now to visit the exhibit, and check back soon for a map of dinosaur locations,...

Free
Event Series Lions Club Farmers Market

Lions Club Farmers Market

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

Enjoy a wonderful array of fruits, vegetables, baked goods and much more at one of the busiest and well-visited Farmers Markets in the suburbs! Open from 8 AM - 1 PM on Sundays through October.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free

Art Fair

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, United States

Join us for the Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all styles will be sold by artists inspired by nature.

Free

Aurora Pooch Parade

Phillips Park Zoo 1000 Ray Moses Dr, Aurora, IL, United States

Join the City of Aurora as we celebrate our favorite furry friends! The fifth annual Aurora Pooch Parade will take place on Sunday, October 1st, beginning at 11:00 AM at Phillips Park in Aurora. To enter: All dogs must be current on vaccinations. All must be socialized. All must have a standard leash while at...

Free
Event Series Artisan Market

Artisan Market

Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, United States

The Oak Brook Artisan Market is returning to Oakbrook Center for two outdoor markets in 2023. Meet and shop the Midwest's finest artisans in fashion, food, home goods + art on Saturday, June 10 from 10am to 6pm, Sunday, June 11 from 11am to 6pm, Saturday, September 30 from 10am to 6pm, and Sunday, October...

Free

Fall Fest

Trinity Lutheran Church (Des Plaines) 675 E Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, IL, United States

Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, music, games and more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Event Series World of Flavors

World of Flavors

Geneva Commons 602 Commons Drive, Geneva, IL, United States

Saturday, September 30th and Sunday, October 1st for our World of Flavors Event happening at #GenevaCommons πŸŽ‰ Make sure to get ready for two days filled of fun! Guests will experience a variety of foods, drinks, cultural entertainment, and more! The concept of this event is to make it similar to the Taste of Chicago...

Free

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