Week of Events
Lemontster Days
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. September 24: Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township Center between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to the Lemont Community Center at 16300 Alba Street....
Lemontster Days
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. September 24: Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township Center between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to the Lemont Community Center at 16300 Alba Street....
Lemontster Days
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. September 24: Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township Center between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to the Lemont Community Center at 16300 Alba Street....
Lemontster Days
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. September 24: Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township Center between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to the Lemont Community Center at 16300 Alba Street....
Lemontster Days
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. September 24: Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township Center between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to the Lemont Community Center at 16300 Alba Street....
Lemontster Days
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. September 24: Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township Center between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to the Lemont Community Center at 16300 Alba Street....
Lemontster Days
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. September 24: Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township Center between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to the Lemont Community Center at 16300 Alba Street....
Halloween Hustle 5K and 1-Mile Fun Walk
Halloween Hustle 5K and 1-Mile Fun Walk
Join Fox Valley United Way as we celebrate our 100th Anniversary at the inaugural Halloween Hustle 5K and 1-Mile Fun Walk on Sunday, October 16th, 2022 in Aurora’s beautiful Phillips Park. Hosted by Fox Valley United Way and Rush Copley Medical Center, join us as we strive to provide for the health, education and financial...
Sugar Skull City
Sugar Skull City
Welcome to Sugar Skull City! Aurora Downtown is honoring Day of the Dead, the beloved Mexican cultural tradition, from October 15 to November 6, 2022. Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos with art, activities, specials, videos, shopping, and much more.
Food Drive
Food Drive
Bring nonperishable food for the library's free pantry, The Cupboard, which supports housing & food-insecure community members. Click for a list of items accepted/not accepted. Donate in the lobby.
Blues Clues and You: Live on Stage
Blues Clues and You: Live on Stage
Blue’s Clues & You! Live on Stage is an epic new adventure! Josh is conjuring up a magical theater show, but he needs YOUR help! Kids and families will fall in love with theater as they solve Blue’s Clues to find out what Josh needs to make a show. With Broadway-style song and dance, this...
Fall Fest
Fall Fest
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 Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from September–October. This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
Pumpkin Weekends
Pumpkin Weekends
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 $3 upon arrival. Check our website and Facebook for a detailed schedule of events. All ticket sales are final. Special activity dates will be featured...
ARC Laser Tag
ARC Laser Tag
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED The ARC offers a mission-based laser tag experience unlike any other in DuPage County. We bring your favorite video games to life with hit confirmation and real-time feedback from accurate taggers with authentic red-dot/green-dot scopes and high tech equipment with sci-fi and arcade sounds. A one-hour session includes 10-15 minutes of...
Graveside Stories Cemetery Walk
Graveside Stories Cemetery Walk
Learn about the history of Elmhurst through the unique perspectives of past residents during this cemetery walk for all ages. Presented in collaboration with GreenMan Theatre Troupe. Limit: 10 per tour time slot. No strollers please. Tours depart from cemetery gates every 15 minutes. St. Peter and St. Mary Cemeteries are located near Myrtle and...
Walking Plays
Walking Plays
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 in length and will not exceed two miles in hiking distance. Walking Plays are full-length plays, adapted exclusively for The Morton Arboretum, performed by professional...
Sugar Skull City
Sugar Skull City
Welcome to Sugar Skull City! Aurora Downtown is honoring Day of the Dead, the beloved Mexican cultural tradition, from October 15 to November 6, 2022. Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos with art, activities, specials, videos, shopping, and much more.
Fall Fest
Fall Fest
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 Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from September–October. This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
Family Tinker Time
Family Tinker Time
Explore STEM gadgets and gizmos! Projects are best for school age kids but the whole family is welcome! At least one adult must be present per family. ¡Explora STEM con nosotros! Los proyectos son mejores para los niños en edad escolar, ¡pero toda la familia es bienvenida! Un adulto debe estar presente por familia....
Sugar Skull City
Sugar Skull City
Welcome to Sugar Skull City! Aurora Downtown is honoring Day of the Dead, the beloved Mexican cultural tradition, from October 15 to November 6, 2022. Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos with art, activities, specials, videos, shopping, and much more.
Fall Fest
Fall Fest
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 Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from September–October. This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
S’More Fun With Mom
S’More Fun With Mom
Grab mom and bring her for a fun-filled hour around the campfire making s’mores. Play games and make a craft, too. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Sugar Skull City
Sugar Skull City
Welcome to Sugar Skull City! Aurora Downtown is honoring Day of the Dead, the beloved Mexican cultural tradition, from October 15 to November 6, 2022. Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos with art, activities, specials, videos, shopping, and much more.
Fall Fest
Fall Fest
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 Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from September–October. This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
Family Halloween BINGO Night
Family Halloween BINGO Night
Enjoy a fun night out of the house and enjoy an affordable, fun, family night of bingo. Cards are $1 cash per card per game. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Winners must be 18 years or older to claim prizes. Prizes include various items, passes and gift cards. Pre-registration is not required. Feel...
Sugar Skull City
Sugar Skull City
Welcome to Sugar Skull City! Aurora Downtown is honoring Day of the Dead, the beloved Mexican cultural tradition, from October 15 to November 6, 2022. Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos with art, activities, specials, videos, shopping, and much more.
Fall Fest
Fall Fest
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 Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from September–October. This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
3rd Thursday Thinkers
3rd Thursday Thinkers
July: Join us for a special activity as we learn about ocean animals! We'll also make a jiggly jellyfish friend to take home. This program is for children in Pre-K. August: Join our 3rd Thursday Thinkers Tinker for a special activity as we learn about crayons! We'll have a lot of fun coloring. This program...
Gnomes and Fairy Houses
Gnomes and Fairy Houses
Unleash your creativity to make a tiny home for tiny creatures, just in time for winter. We'll provide the materials and tools and then clean up the mess. Make your garden or indoor space a place where magic happens!
Museum Play Day
Museum Play Day
REGISTER IN ADVANCE Spend your day off at the Downers Grove Museum for a full morning of adventures at the Downers Grove Museum. We'll make new discoveries and participate in fun games and activities relating to Downers Grove's past.
Sugar Skull City
Sugar Skull City
Welcome to Sugar Skull City! Aurora Downtown is honoring Day of the Dead, the beloved Mexican cultural tradition, from October 15 to November 6, 2022. Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos with art, activities, specials, videos, shopping, and much more.
Fall Fest
Fall Fest
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 Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from September–October. This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
Children’s Museum Playtime
Children’s Museum Playtime
To visit you will need to reserve a timeslot (walk-ins will be admitted if there is space). The Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration is opening again! To begin we welcome families who are or were members 2020 – current. We allow a maximum of 20 children in the Children’s Museum at any one time.
Pajama Party at Jo’s Footwork Studio
Pajama Party at Jo’s Footwork Studio
Jo’s Footwork Studio is delighted to offer our popular Pajama Parties! You must register online at www.josfootworkstudio.com to save your spot. Registrations WILL NOT be taken in the office. You may register for all parties now! FRIDAY PJ PARTIES! -October 21st 2022- -December 2nd 2022- -February 24th 2023- -April 21st 2023- $25 per child Supporting...
Spooktacular Halloween Stroll
Spooktacular Halloween Stroll
Experience an evening stroll through the zoo while enjoying the family-friendly decorations, activities and finishing your visit by decorating a pumpkin (or take a pumpkin to go and decorate at home)! Get your costumes together and register early to secure a spot. All ages are welcome. Cosley Zoo’s Wild Side Gift Shop will be open...
Fright at Night
Fright at Night
Join us for the popular annual Fright at Night at the Oak Park Conservatory. The Boo-tanical Conservatory promises to put you in the Halloween spirit! Come in costume! See what poisonous plants grow in the shadows of the Conservatory. Admission to Fright at Night is every half hour. Registration is required in advance. All Ages....
Member Halloween Party
Member Halloween Party
It's thrilling! It's chilling! It's nothing but fun! Ghoulish Games - Creepy Crafts. Please come in costume! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Hocus Pocus Hoe Down
Hocus Pocus Hoe Down
Join us for a fun family night at this spook-tacular event. The evening’s evil activities include dead dancing, creepy crafts and a menacing movie; “Hocus Pocus!” Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Campout in the Gym
Campout in the Gym
This October, come visit a campout that’s warm, dry, and close to home! We’ll be hosting a Campout in the Gym with s’mores, scary stories, and Ghosts in the Graveyard on our back lawn. Get ready for Halloween with this spooky event where you can meet new friends and have a nighttime campout.
Trail of Terror
Trail of Terror
Be prepared to be scared! Wander the haunted course trails with twists and turns amongst live ghouls and goblins. Use discretion, this activity may not be suitable for young children. No minigolf played. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Lake County Mother of Twins Club Resale
Lake County Mother of Twins Club Resale
Children's resale, selling gently-used childrens clothing (preemie through size 16), maternity and nursing clothes, baby equipment, toys and games. Two Saturdays per year (typically March and October) in Lake County. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Resales.
Fire and Life Safety Camp
Fire and Life Safety Camp
Register Today for a FREE Fire and Life Safety Camp held at the Aurora Regional Fire Museum for Children ages 6-11. Fill out this form and a member of our staff will email you to confirm your registration. Registration for this program is free! Children will learn about fire history, create a basic first aid...
Sugar Skull City
Sugar Skull City
Welcome to Sugar Skull City! Aurora Downtown is honoring Day of the Dead, the beloved Mexican cultural tradition, from October 15 to November 6, 2022. Join us in celebrating Dia de los Muertos with art, activities, specials, videos, shopping, and much more.
Downtown Halloween Window Painting
Downtown Halloween Window Painting
Hosted by Downtown Management and Rotary Club of Downers Grove. Kids aged K-6th grade, bring your paint brush and pick up paints at 933A Curtiss St. Please bring a non-perishable food item for FISH pantry. More info call (630) 725-0991.
Pumpkin Train
Pumpkin Train
ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE RECOMMENDED Join us for the Pumpkin Train on October 22nd, 23rd, 29th, and 30th. Enjoy a ride to our pumpkin patch aboard Halloween-themed electric interurban trains. While at the patch, ask our farm hands to help you find the perfect pumpkin, and pose for pictures in our various colorful, life size cutouts,...
Birthday in a Bag
Birthday in a Bag
Everyone deserves a little extra cheer on their birthday! Let’s work together to build birthday bags full of love and lots of color. At this hands-on event, you and your family will learn about the power of collaboration and what it means to be socially responsible. Then, we’ll get to work decorating boxes, creating birthday...
Fall Fest
Fall Fest
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 Fall Fest. This free, family-friendly celebration brings harvest-time fun to the heart of Chicago each year from September–October. This year’s festival features ticketed attractions throughout...
Halloween Party
Halloween Party
Trick or Treat, we're hosting something neat! Our fun-filled Halloween bash will be here in a flash! Save the date and join us for this spooktacular event. This is an outdoor event- please dress accordingly. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Spooky Family Paint Along
Spooky Family Paint Along
In this one-day workshop, we will learn step by step on how to create this Van Gogh inspired spooky masterpiece! All members of your family are welcome!
Bats and Other Misunderstood Creatures
Bats and Other Misunderstood Creatures
Have you ever wanted to see a bat (and a few other misunderstood creatures) up close? Here is your chance! Join us as we welcome Sharon and Dan from Incredible Bats. They will teach us about these animals and why they are so important to the world around us. Please register your family (not the...
Pumpkin Weekends
Pumpkin Weekends
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 $3 upon arrival. Check our website and Facebook for a detailed schedule of events. All ticket sales are final. Special activity dates will be featured...
Children’s Museum Playtime
Children’s Museum Playtime
To visit you will need to reserve a timeslot (walk-ins will be admitted if there is space). The Brunk Children’s Museum of Immigration is opening again! To begin we welcome families who are or were members 2020 – current. We allow a maximum of 20 children in the Children’s Museum at any one time.
Howl-O-Ween
Howl-O-Ween
Join keepers and volunteers for enrichment demonstrations, crafts and "Keeper Chats" or decorate a pumpkin and grab a goody bag (while supplies last)! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Pumpkin Smashing Extravaganza
Pumpkin Smashing Extravaganza
Representatives of various Westmont groups will go 20 feet up in the air in a bucket truck and then throw their decorated pumpkin at a target below as they compete for the titles of Pumpkin Smashing King and Queen. All of the fun is an effort to promote post-Halloween pumpkin composting. For information on...
Mega Monster Hunt
Mega Monster Hunt
Monster hunters wanted! Please help us find the monsters that are hiding along the trails of Lincoln Marsh. A special prize awaits for those who can find them all! All ages with an adult. Pre-registration required for your 30-minute session: https://bit.ly/3SBn5IF
Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat
Come join the North Aurora Police Department for treats, handouts and fun! Trunk or Treat is on Saturday, October 22 from 1 pm – 4 pm at the North Aurora Police Department, 200 South Lincolnway, North Aurora. See the Police Department decorated for Halloween and show off your costumes! There will be picture opportunities and...
Incredible Bats and Friends: Live Animal Children’s Show
Incredible Bats and Friends: Live Animal Children’s Show
Learn about these amazing flying mammals, and meet an African Straw-Colored bat up close during this fun all-ages live animal show.
Corn Harvest
Corn Harvest
Help with the annual corn harvest as you learn about the importance of corn to an 1890s farm family and how the heirloom corn feeds the farm’s livestock throughout the year. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-5900.
Paws and Pumpkins Cat Cafe
Paws and Pumpkins Cat Cafe
As part of our Roving Petoberfest celebration, our always popular cat cafe returns with a Halloween twist. $20 registration fee includes a pumpkin! Choose a 1-hour session from 2:30 - 3:30pm or from 4:00 - 5:00pm. Enjoy pumpkin decorating and of course, meet our cats. For information on more events like this, check out...
Haunted Forest Sheer Terror
Haunted Forest Sheer Terror
Smith Woods will come alive for one very magical, mystical night! Participants will hop on a wagon ride that takes them from Diane Main Park through the terrifying woods path scenes. After that, participants will get off the wagons and walk through the wicked woods where all kind of scares await them. Don’t turn your...
Table-Top Trouble
Table-Top Trouble
Families are invited to drop in to play board games and more! No registration required.
Saw Wee Kee Fall Trail Run
Saw Wee Kee Fall Trail Run
Join the Oswegoland Park District in this new fun and challenging trail run series at the beautiful Saw Wee Kee Park. The soft path, with its twists and turns, ups and downs, makes for a great all natural run whether the weather makes it a muddy mess, or a fragrant wildflower filled dash. Runners are...
Family Halloween Craft
Family Halloween Craft
Bring your family to paint a Halloween decoration at Kiwanis Park Pavilion. (If it rains or there's inclement weather we'll hold the event in the basement of the Village Hall.) Each person who registers will receive a Halloween craft, painting supplies and snacks. This is not a drop-off program, so stay and join the fun!...
Pumpkin Patch Creations
Pumpkin Patch Creations
Embark on a tractor-drawn wagon ride to the pumpkin patch to find your perfect pie pumpkin. Catch a ride back to the farmyard to the decoration station and create your own work of pumpkin art. Roast marshmallows around an open fire as a special treat.
Halloween at the Promenade
Halloween at the Promenade
Free activities include: Character meet & greet, game row, candy, trackless train ride, balloon twisters, costume parade. A Halloween themed vendor show featuring only Halloween and Fall items, grab and go type foods will also be available for purchase. We will light our huge Christmas / Halloween Tree directly after the costume parade. Six Halloween...
Trail of Terror
Trail of Terror
Be prepared to be scared! Wander the haunted course trails with twists and turns amongst live ghouls and goblins. Use discretion, this activity may not be suitable for young children. No minigolf played. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Halloween Events.
Walking Plays
Walking Plays
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 in length and will not exceed two miles in hiking distance. Walking Plays are full-length plays, adapted exclusively for The Morton Arboretum, performed by professional...
Forest of Fright
Forest of Fright
We’re baaack! Explore our woods to experience what goes bump in the night at Red Oak. Sit by the campfire and listen to tales told by one of our infamous residents or choose to hike one of our self-guided spirit trails where you never know who or what you’ll bump into. Ghouls are encouraged to...
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