Events

Ongoing

Fall Festival at Goebbert’s Farm in Pingree Grove Aug. 22 to Oct. 31 (Hours vary)

Goebbert's Farm 42W813 Reinking Road, Pingree Grove

Goebbert’s Farm in Pingree Grove IL opens Friday, Aug.22 and runs through Oct. 31. *Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. *Thursday though Sunday hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Join us as we celebrate our 40th season. There are new rides and new attractions you and your family will love. Early bird tickets are […]

Santa’s Village Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival

Santa's Village Amusement & Water Park IL

Did you know Santa’s Village has a Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival?It kicks off early this year — September 6th through October 26th. The best part? You can use any unused Any Day Tickets or your Season Pass for entry. Enjoy the amusement park, petting zoo, and exclusive fall-only attractions. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit at Gail Borden Public Library

Gail Borden Public Library - Main Branch 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin

Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures. Although they lived millions of years before us, dinosaurs adapted to not only survive, but to thrive on planet earth. Whether it be feeding or family dynamics, intelligence or interpersonal relationships, Dinosaur Explorer asks: where do we see […]

One Hope United – Elgin Child & Family Resource Center Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat

Elgin Child & Family Resource Center 210 National St, Elgin

One Hope United - Elgin Child & Family Resource Center Fall Fest -Friday, Oct. 24 -4 to 6 p.m. -210 National St, Elgin Join us for trunk or treating. Costumes are encouraged and the fun continues with a bounce house, pumpkin decorating, a live DJ, and more. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

Recurring

Sugar & Booze Christmas Festival at The Vintage Hammer

The Vintage Hammer 122 Washington Avenue, Hampshire

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at The Vintage Hammer. Our Hampshire shop will be closed 10/22–10/24 while we turn our shop into a Christmas Wonderland, and we can’t wait to share it with you during our Sugar & Booze Christmas Festival: -Friday, 10/24 | 5PM–7PM-Saturday, 10/25 | 10AM–5PM Come sip, shop, and celebrate the season with us. […]

I Love the 80’s to Death: A Murder Mystery Dinner at Villa Olivia

Villa Olivia Country Club 1401 W Lake St, Bartlett

I Love the 80’s to Death: A Murder Mystery Dinner -Friday, October 24 -6-9pm -Villa Olivia Big hair. Bright lights. And a big mystery to solve. There’s a mystery at Villa Olivia and it’s up to you and your friends to solve the case, all while enjoying a special four course meal prepared by our Executive Chef. It’s the 80’s […]

All-ages, all-creatures Finally Freaky Friday Halloween Party & Costume Contest at the Riverfront Pump House in west Dundee

West Dundee Pump House 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee

Get ready, West Dundee: Even the river critters will want to join the fun.It’s an all-ages, all-creatures Halloween Party & Costume Contest at the Riverfront Pump House. Friday, October 24 6PM–10PM Costume Contest (Adult & Kid Categories) Candy for All Live Band Food & Drinks for Purchase Join West Dundee Events for a Finally Freaky Friday you won’t forget. Please […]

The Phantom of the Opera Silent Film with live organ score at First Congregational United Church of Christ – Elgin

First Congregational United Church of Christ - Elgin 256 E Chicago St, Elgin

Kick off Nightmare on Chicago Street weekend with frightfully live silent movie scores on FCC's pipe organ. Accompanied by world famous pipe organist Ben Model. And including a special feature of the classic animated short film, Koko's Haunted House. Free admission. Donations to FCC's Music Program greatly appreciated. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

Whitesnake and Black Sabbath Tribute Night at Rookies RocHaus

Rookies Rochaus 96 W Main St West, Dundee

Rochaus Presents the #1 Tribute to Whitesnake: Nightsnake, with guests After Forever - Sabbath tribute, and Wolfram - Hard Rock. Doors 6:30 Show begins 7:00 pm Tickets start at $15; Buy tickets to Nightsnake in West Dundee on October 24, 2025 Included with the purchase of tickets to this event: 10% off at the Village Squire in West Dundee, IL […]

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Wait, What? at Aliano’s Ristorante, East Dundee

Aliano's Ristorante 310 N River St, East Dundee

It's Friday and Mark from Wait, What is headed over to Aliano's Ristorante in Dundee for a special solo set of acoustic covers. Music starts at 7pm. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

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Haunted Trail – Darkness is Waiting at Woods at Rackow Park in Hampshire

Woods at Rackow Park 1363 Romke Rd, Hampshire

Step into the darkness where every crooked tree hides a shadow and every shadow hides something that wants you to stay—forever. Walk the twisted trail, as the air turns colder, whispers send a chill down your spine, and the silence grows sharper. You could run but the ground seems to breathe beneath your feet. You can scream out there but […]

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Dark Hollows Haunted Hayride at Camp Big Timber

Camp Big Timber Big Timber Rd at Tyrrell Rd, Elgin

Step into the shadows—Dark Hollows is waiting for you. Tickets are going fast for this year’s Haunted Hayride and Whispering Woods. Don’t miss your chance to experience the scares, the screams, and the secrets that lurk in the dark. Featuring Dark Hollows Haunted Hayride: The ominous deep wood ride through the cryptids last known locations​ ​All new: Whispering Woods: Smaller groups […]

The Lord Chamberlain’s Men: Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare

Elgin Community College Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr, Elgin

Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men for William Shakespeare’s greatest romantic comedy, Twelfth Night. The romantic comedy is full of mistaken identities, love triangles, and witty wordplay. When shipwrecked Viola disguises herself as a man, chaos and hilarity unfold as she navigates love, loyalty, and deception in the court of Duke Orsino. In their 21st year, The Lord Chamberlain’s Men (named […]

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Janus Theatre Company presents The Merchant of Venice at the Elgin Art Showcase

Elgin Art Showcase 164 Division St Fl 8th, Elgin

Janus Theatre Company closes its 27th season with William Shakespeare's compelling drama The Merchant of Venice at the Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division Street (8th floor, accessible by elevator) in downtown Elgin, IL, October 24-November 9, 2025. This version of The Merchant of Venice is a streamlined production running 90 minutes with no intermission. Director Sean Hargadon and company reimagine […]

Martini Room Safe Zone: Nightmare Preview Party

Martini Room 161 E Chicago St

A Free Preview of Nightmare on Chicago Street Friday, Oct. 24 8 p.m. Martini Room Safe Zone activated Join us for the Nightmare on Chicago Street Preview Party — sponsored by the City of Elgin — and help us hold the line before the full invasion begins. Live Performance by La Rosa Oscura, a Flamenco performer and guitarist duo, will […]

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