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 […]
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 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 […]
Carpentersville’s Inaugural Spooky Sprint & Haunted Happenings Join us for a morning of festive fitness, costumes, and family fun: -Saturday, October 25, 2025-9:00 AM – Noon-Carpenter Park, 275 Maple Ave, Carpentersville, IL Event highlights: Spooky Sprint 5K Costume Run – Lace up, dress up, and hit the course around Carpenter Park. Registration includes an event shirt and participation medal. Mini […]
East Dundee supports local farmers, businesses and citizens with a family friendly market that brings people together to shop, socialize and strengthen the community. Depot Market Mission: East Dundee will support the community by providing a market that provides fresh farm produce, artisan arts and crafts, and new/antique household treasures in a setting that promotes the sharing of ideas, experiences, […]
Halloween Trick-or-Treat Craft Show -The Bartlett Fire Barn (right next to Village Hall), 218 S Main Street, Bartlett, IL 60103-Saturday, October 25th-9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Kick off your Halloween fun with us before the Bartlett Parade. The parade begins at the Village Hall, and we’re right next door at the Fire Barn — the perfect stop before the festivities. […]
It's getting to be that time of year again: join us for the Third Annual Historically Haunted Car Show at the Dundee Township Historical Society's museum. $20 per carDash plaques for the first 50 cars Saturday, Oct. 25 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Awards at 2:00 PM For more information contact Humberto Garcia 847-800-5124 Trophies (For cars 25 years & […]
Halloween Fun Fest 2.0 & Parade Saturday, October 25; 10am - 1pm Downtown to Streets of Bartlett Every year hundreds of area costumed ghouls and guys participate in the Halloween Fun Fest & Parade.Parade Step-off: 10am from Bartlett Village Hall to Depot MuseumTrick/Trunk or Treat til 1pmParticipating businesses register here: https://www.artsinbartlett.org/halloween-fun-fest Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.
Need an I-Pass, I-Cash, or ID? I-Stop is your one-stop shop for Illinois' essential services. This event brings together services from the DMV, Tollway, Treasurer's Office, and more for your convenience. Hosted by State Representative Anna Moeller. Informational Booths:-Rep. Moeller's office-Professional and Financial Regulation-Department of Aging-Department of Human Services Services:-I-Cash -- Illinois Treasurer's Office-Organ donation -- ILSOS-ILSOS DMV-IPass - Tollway […]
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. […]
Put on your favorite costume and join us for a festive fall adventure along the trails. Kids will:• Explore nature while stopping at educational stations• Search for hidden pumpkins• Create a seasonal craft• Take home their very own mini pumpkin Location: Hawthorne Hill Nature Center, 28 Brookside Dr, Elgin, IL 60123Date & Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025•10:30am-1:30pmFee Per Child: $10 […]
“Fall on the Farm” is a cozy 75-minute reset: arrive, relax, and breathe in the season. Settle into a guided nature meditation, wander our pasture on a mini goat hike, then melt into a restorative yoga session that’s all release and no rush. Ages 10+. Newcomer-friendly. Come as you are; leave lighter. Each Experience Includes:- Mindfulness practices- Mini goat hike- […]
The Village of West Dundee is excited to once again host its Annual Halloween Party at Grafelmen Park in West Dundee. Dress the family up and head out for an afternoon of kid activities, trunk or treat, costume contest, fall refreshments, and pumpkin decorating. Remember to bring your donation to the @F.I.S.H. Food Pantry which gives you access to all […]
Holiday Inn and Bennigan's Elgin are hosting a Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 25, from noon to 3 pm. If any local businesses are interested in participating, please Email Michelle.Abern@hichicagonw.com to sign up, or bring the kids by to come see all the fun trunks and get some candy. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.
Morbid Mementos will be open late—until midnight. Stop in for specials, treats, and oddities galore while you escape the chaos of the streets. Come experience the weird, the wonderful, and the macabre with us… if you dare. Morbid Mementos Oddities & Occult 225 E. Chicago St • Downtown Elgin morbidmementosoddities.com Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.
1st Annual Daymare to Nightmare Party/After Party at The Dive Bar. Specialty Cocktails Jell-O Shots 2 DJs Mixing in 2 Different Rooms Come in your best Nightmarish Attire Dance the Night Away until 3 am No Cover. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.
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 […]
Children have an opportunity to show off their costumes, parading by age group to receive candy with prizes awarded for the best costumes. Other activities include pumpkin decorating, hay rides, a chili contest and of course, the bonfire. The Service Club offers refreshments while we wait for the appearance of the Headless Horseman, which includes hot dogs, brats, hot cocoa […]
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Dundee Township Park District Join us for an evening of tradition, color, and community as we honor loved ones and celebrate life together. -Saturday, Oct. 25 - 4:00–7:00 PM -Rakow Center, 665 Barrington Ave., Carpentersville, IL - $2 per ticket (Limit 5 per family) Tickets available at the Rakow Center only – while supplies […]
Ride a spooky trolley down to the haunted forest preserve for an evening full of family friendly frights. Listen to spooky chilling stories around the roaring camp fire while enjoying monstrously good treats whipped up for you by Margie’s Girls’ Kitchen. Join in as our ghostly musician leads everyone in singing campfire songs. Costumes are welcome. This event is family-friendly […]
The official NOCS costume contest is back. Think your costume slays? Prove it this Saturday, October 25th at Nightmare on Chicago Street. Registration: 6:00–7:30 p.m. at Side Street Studio Arts (15 Ziegler Ct., Elgin, IL) Registration closes at 7:30 — no exceptions. Categories and prize money: -Best Horror/Zombie – $175 -Best Fantasy/Sci-Fi/Superhero – $175 -Best Couple/Group – $300 -Overall Winner – […]
The City of Elgin is gearing up for another unforgettable Nightmare On Chicago Street! Presented by the Zombie Defense Initiative, this year's event promises an experience like no other. Prepare for an evening of pulse-pounding excitement with electrifying performances, immersive environments, apocalyptic-themed drinks, delectable food options, and a soundtrack that will keep your heart racing. Citizens will once again unite […]
Halloween Party at Raptor Tap House -Saturday, October 25th-6:00 PM – 11:00 PM What’s Happening:-Free Food – enjoy tasty bites on the house while supplies last-Costume Contest – show off your spookiest, funniest, or most creative look-Prizes – awarded for Best Costume, Scariest Costume, and Best Group/Theme-Seasonal Beers & Special Cocktails – fall flavors and Halloween-themed pours-Creepy Tunes & Haunted […]
Join us at Fatsoz for our scariest night of the year, if you dare.Costume Contest.Dance all night to the sounds of DJ Mastercut.Best ghoulish party in town. *Must be 21. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.
Halloween Party with the band Fast Times at Old Republic Kitchen + Bar -Saturday, October 25 -7pm -No cover party. About: Fast Times is a high energy band that rocks and dresses the 80's music and lifestyle in the Chicago-land area. You will truly enjoy an entertaining show that brings you back to the 80's . A very fun to […]
Rookies Rochaus presents Hallow Slaughter Ween with Surefire and guest bands Surefire Fallen Condition, Dream Alazia, Sink, Knifeback, demfightingwords, No Advocate. Doors 6:00 Show 6:30 All Ages Tickets start at $15; Buy tickets to Surefire, How It Ends in West Dundee on October 25, 2025 Included with the purchase of tickets to this event: 10% off at the Village Squire in […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a wonderful night of great music, food and drinks. Exuding an electrifying energy, Hi Infidelity bursts onto the scene, a cover band hailing from the vibrant heart of Chicago suburbs. Their repertoire resonates with audiences of all stripes, though they are renowned for their masterful renditions of 80s rock anthems. Think Journey, REO, Bon Jovi, and Boston […]
Nightmare After Party at Danny's On Douglas -9 p.m. to 2 a.m. -Saturday, Oct. 25 -Food and drink specials -DJ Artie spinning Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.
Get ready to unleash your wild side at the 3rd Annual Nightmare Afterparty! This year, we're bringing you a spooktacular Halloween bash that promises thrills and chills you won't want to miss. Date: October 25, 2025Location: Old Republic Kitchen & Bar, 155 S Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123Time: 10 PM - 2 AM We're keeping the energy alive with an […]
