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The Last Straw Fall Event

Gregg House Museum 117 South Linden Avenue, Westmont, IL, United States

Bring the whole family and experience bales of fun at the Gregg House Museum. Most activities are FREE! • make a scarecrow* • decorate a pumpkin (sponsored by Westmont Chamber of Commerce) • pan for gold or minerals* • create cool crafts, make rope • learn about life in the past • play old-fashioned games...

Free

Elmhurst Fire Department Open House

Elmhurst Fire Station 2 601 S York St, Elmhurst, IL, United States

Join us on October 6th as we kick off National Fire Prevention Week! Discover crucial fire safety tips, enjoy fun activities, and grab some tasty refreshments, all centered around this year's theme, "Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!" Don't miss out on a day of fun and entertainment!   For information on more events...

Free

Autumn Harvest Festival

Volkening Heritage Farm 201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Experience the fall harvest with demonstrations of 19th century farm life, kids' craft and games, pumpkin decorating, live music, food and beverages, and more. Park at St. Matthew Parish, following signs to Heritage Farm, or take our wagon shuttle from the Nature Center parking lot. Admission is paid at the event.    For information on...

$5 – $20
Event Series LEGO Train Club Exhibit

LEGO Train Club Exhibit

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood, IL, United States

Using over a million LEGO bricks to build approximately 200 feet of tracks and city-scapes, the Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club Exhibit comes to Poplar Creek Library for the weekend. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and fun of this one-of-kind train exhibit. NILTC excels at creating little vignettes throughout their train layout, and often gets a...

Free

Eddie Biondo Fall Fest Parade

North Park (Franklin Park) 10040 Addison Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Gather your friends, family and neighbors to see floats, marching bands, local schools and more showcasing the heart of Franklin Park. The parade marches from the intersection of Grand Avenue and Scott Street, heads east on Grand, then north on 25th Avenue (Rose Street) and ends at Addison and Scott Street (North Park). Be sure...

Free

Fiddle Fiesta: Music from Mediterranean Lands

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Join the musicians from historical orchestra Apollo’s Fire for a musical tour of the sunny lands of the Mediterranean – Spain, Italy, Greece, and Egypt. Dueling fiddles join with the medieval harp, cello, and guitar, as we discover the lively music and culture of this beautiful region. We’ll learn an ancient Italian dance called the...

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

Oktoberfest

Twin Lakes Recreation Area 1200 East Twin Lakes Drive, Palatine, IL, United States

Everyone is welcome to join us for a day of games, hayrides, food & drinks, raffles and more at the Twin Lakes tent. You’ll enjoy music by Die Musikmeisters, who will be entertaining everyone with the sounds of German songs and dance. RoccoVino’s will offer a special menu that includes bratwurst with sauerkraut and German...

Free

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