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 […]

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 […]

Halloween Preschool Party at Gail Borden Public Library

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

Calling all little pumpkins: join us for a spook-tacular Halloween storytime, a parade throughout the library, and trick-or-treating. Costumes encouraged. Please register each child who will be attending here: https://attend.gailborden.info/event/13934936 *Please register for one session only. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

Spooktacular Halloween Eve Kids event at River Street Tavern

River Street Tavern East Dundee

Join us the night before Halloween for a fun family night. Bring the little ghosts and goblins for dinner, treats, and a spooky-good time. Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal from 4 to 7 p.m.  Decorate a mini pumpkin to take home. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

Canlan Sports West Dundee Trunk or Treat

Canlan Sports 801 Wesemann Drive, West Dundee

It's officially Spooky Season. To celebrate, Canlan West Dundee has partnered with the West Dundee Hockey Club and West Dundee Leafs Girls Hockey to present Trunk or Treat 2025. -5:30 to 7:30 p.m. -Thursday, Oct. 30 -Canlan West Dundee parking lot -Costumes encouraged. Sign up to attend via the QR code. Please check the event organizer's social media for all […]

Jekyll and Hyde Revisited: Jekyll’s Moral Disintegration program at Gail Borden Public Library

Gail Borden Public Library 270 N Grove Ave 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin

With role play, film, PowerPoint, & group discussion, this interactive presentation explores how the compassionate Dr. Jekyll gradually loses control to his darker alter ego, the sinister Mr. Hyde. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a well-known tale of a good man going bad. People know the concept of ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ as a catchphrase for a double life, and […]

Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents Día de los Muertos event at the Hemmens Cultural Center

Hemmens Cultural Center 45 Symphony Way, Elgin

Coming October 30th, commemorate loved ones at this special event, in partnership with Gail Borden Public Library and the City of Elgin. Vocalist José Carlos Díaz returns, and Elgin’s own BFH once again joins the ESO in this unique collaboration. Tickets are only $25 for adults and $5 for students. Purchase your tickets today at elginsymphony.org. El 30 de octubre, […]

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