• Woods Walk

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    This ongoing program runs from Tuesday, Sept. 1, to Monday, Nov. 30.Get out on the trail and enjoy the changing of the seasons with the 24th annual Woods Walk challenge! Experience 10 beautiful Will County trails during their fall splendor. Trails range from 0.5 to 4.25 miles

  • Fall on the Farm

    Bronkberry Farms 18061 Bronk Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    Fall at Bronkberry Farms is filled with fun, flavor, and festive traditions for the whole family! From scenic hayrides to our annual Fall Fest, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Pick your own apples, explore our pumpkin patch, and grab a delicious caramel apple for the perfect

  • “The Stick” Traveling Exhibit by Clay Rice

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, Sept. 23, to Sunday, Dec. 13. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays.This traveling exhibition, developed by South Carolina silhouette artist Clay Rice and the South Carolina State Museum, is based on the artists childrens book The Stick,

  • Howl-A-Ween Party

    Big Run Wolf Ranch 14857 Farrell Rd., Lockport, IL, United States

    Howl with the wolves at our evening event! You will learn about wolf communication, folklore, and myths presented by the ranch manager. Wolf presentation is at 6:30; small animal presentation is at 7:30. Admission is $6. Kids 0 to 3 are free.    

  • Panic in the Plaza

    Downtown Joliet City Square 91 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

    Audiophil's brings Panic at the Plaza back from the dead! Get ready for a night of live music, local artists, vendors, food, drinks and Halloween fun in Downtown Joliet. The LOUD live music lineup features Sleuth, Death & Memphis, Panic newcomers Church of Telepathy, and Chicagoland Halloween

  • WLMT Air Radio Show

    The Old Stone Church 306 Lemont Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    The microphones are hot. The phone lines are open. Some of our callers may be... spirited. Step inside the historic Old Stone Church for Dead Air, an original live theatrical performance staged as a vintage 1930s–40s radio show and inspired by Lemont's own ghost stories, folklore, and

  • Flashlight Tours

    Old Joliet Prison 1125 Collins St., Joliet, IL, United States

    Walk the site after dark at your own pace. Informational signs and lights are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. Admission is $12 to $32.    

  • 56th Annual Burgoo Festival

    Downtown Utica Downtown Utica, North Utica, IL, United States

    Established in 1969, the Burgoo Festival is one of the longest-running, and largest, fall festivals in northern Illinois. The Burgoo Festival is best described as an annual village street party featuring antique sellers, craftsmen, musicians, and food vendors. More than 350 vendors will present their wares at

  • Paint a Pumpkin at Fall Fest

    Bronkberry Farms 18061 Bronk Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    During Fall Fest on the Farm, everyone is invited to slow down, grab a brush, and get creative at our Pumpkin Painting Area. This open creation experience is available throughout both days of Fall Fest and is designed for kids, teens, adults, and anyone who loves a

  • Fall Fest

    Bronkberry Farms 18061 Bronk Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    From wandering vendor booths to painting pumpkins and hopping on hayrack rides, Fall Fest is the perfect way to soak up everything we love about autumn. Oh, and don't forget our farm grown, hand dipped caramel apples, apple cider and pumpkin donuts, and so much more! Free

  • Fall Fun Fest

    Children's Museum of Oak Lawn 5100 Museum Dr., Oak Lawn, IL, United States

    Gather the family and join us for an afternoon filled with games, vendors, outdoor play, art, and fun activities for everyone to enjoy! Free admission.    

  • Autumn Festival of Crafts

    North Island Park 250 Bridge St., Wilmington, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of handmade crafts, great food, live music, and fun by the river. Shop unique handcrafted items from talented vendors, grab lunch or a snack from our food vendors, enjoy live entertainment, and stop by the wine garden while you explore the festival.

  • Pumpkin Fest

    Siegel's Cottonwood Farm 17250 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,

  • 53rd Annual Historic Pullman House Tour

    Pullman State Historic Site

    Thought by some to be “the perfect town,” Pullman has a complicated legacy of urban planning, corporate social engineering and architectural excellence. Step inside beautifully preserved homes in Chicago’s only National Park! This beloved, long-running event invites you to tour some of the historic residences that make

  • Shadows of the Blue & Gray

    City County Park IL 126, Princeton, IL, United States

    Visit beautiful City–County Park in Princeton, IL, as Shadows of the Blue and Gray proudly presents our 30th year of family-friendly Civil War Living History.  Stroll through the camps and talk with our knowledgeable reenactors about daily camp life during the Civil War. All reenactors are eager

  • Pumpkin Fest

    Siegel's Cottonwood Farm 17250 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,

  • Family Fall Fest

    Dellwood Park Woods Drive, Lockport, United States

    Celebrate the beauty of autumn at Family Fall Fest, a fun-filled afternoon packed with seasonal activities for all ages! Gather the family and enjoy a relaxing hayride through Dellwood Park while taking in the colorful fall scenery, then spend the day exploring games, attractions, and festive activities.

  • Pumpkin Fest

    Siegel's Cottonwood Farm 17250 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,

  • Exhibit: History of the I & M Canal

    Lock 16 Visitor Center 754 First Street, LaSalle, IL, United States

    The History of the I&M Canal is a new 18-panel exhibit now on display in the historic Vintage Room at the I&M Canal Visitor Center.  It features original illustrations by Tom Willcockson, acclaimed artist and author of Passage to Chicago: A Journey on the Illinois & Michigan

  • Wednesday Storytime

    Bronkberry Farms 18061 Bronk Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    STORYTIME is the best morning on the farm. YAY! Grab the kids and come out to listen to story reading, enjoy an interactive experience, and then visit the farm animals at 10:00 am every Wednesday of our season! Want more time on the farm after? We have

  • Pumpkin Fest

    Siegel's Cottonwood Farm 17250 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,

  • Pumpkin Fest

    Siegel's Cottonwood Farm 17250 Weber Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,

  • Mocktober at Messenger Woods

    Messenger Woods Nature Preserve 13800 W. Bruce Rd., Homer Glen, IL, United States

    Theres no booze, but theres a lot of boos during Mocktober. Guests will join naturalists for a guided experience along our trails to trick-or-treat for some themed mocktails! End the night by relaxing around the campfire. Light snacks will be provided. Costumes encouraged but not required. Registration

  • Flashlight Tours

    Old Joliet Prison 1125 Collins St., Joliet, IL, United States

    Walk the site after dark at your own pace. Informational signs and lights are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. Admission is $12 to $32.  

  • Sable Creek Book Club

    Sable Creek Winery 14912 S. Eastern Ave., Plainfield, IL, United States

    Join us for a witchy night of fun to discuss The Book Witch. Dress as your favorite character, enjoy witchy cocktails and food.