Gallagher Way is hosting a free Easter Egg Hunt. There will be a special appearance from the Easter Bunny and face painters, as well! "Each child that participates must have an Eventbrite ticket, and must show upon entry of the event. Parents/spectators do NOT need a ticket. Kids should bring their own baskets for the...
In celebration of Cindeo de Mayo, 30 artisan vendors from Mexico will be arriving to form a “mercadito” (marketplace) across Navy Pier. Mexico Fest is free to all ages and families to enjoy music and dance performances from Mexican artists as well as exciting workshops for kids. The opening ceremony takes place in the Fifth...
Celebrate Mother's Day on beautiful Lake Michigan with a brunch cruise. On board there will be chef-inspired, plated entrees with a selection of wine, Champagne, and classic cocktails.
A parade in downtown Chicago honoring the men & women who gave their lives protecting our freedom.
The 57th annual Morton Pumpkin Festival kicks off on September 13th, and the theme this year is Farmin' Pumpkins. There will be a pumpkin fishing derby, pumpkin idol jr., a pumpkin recipe challenge, a pumpkin bike ride, and more! Some of the events take place on September 9th.
Enjoy live polka music, German cuisine, and of course, beer for the adults!
Enjoy authentic German food, a carnival, a craft fair, live music, and a ceremonial keg tapping!
Jack's Pumpkin Pop-Up is returning and there are LOTS of different packages that are perfect for Halloween-themed family fun. There's a corn maze, carnival games, a pumpkin patch, lots of photo opportunities, and more! Kids 4 and under are FREE!
"Long Grove’s Apple Fest is known for the apple pies, donuts, caramel dipped to candied apples, apple wine, sangria, and more! In addition to all of the delightful apple specialties, you can even try some options right off the menu at our local hometown restaurants. What’s a Long Grove fest without a stage full of...
"The 2023 Huntley Fall Fest features three days of entertainment, a beer garden, food vendors, a full carnival midway, plenty of fall activities, and a spectacular fireworks display on Saturday night! It’s the can’t miss event of the year!" -From the Huntley Fall Fest website
Head to this FREE festival at the Lincoln Park Zoo! Attractions include the Fun Slide, a pumpkin-filled Harvest Maze, inflatable attractions, free musical entertainment, story times, professional pumpkin carvers, a pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.
Head to this FREE festival at the Lincoln Park Zoo! Attractions include the Fun Slide, a pumpkin-filled Harvest Maze, inflatable attractions, free musical entertainment, story times, professional pumpkin carvers, a pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.
The Harvest Festival is one of the best things to do in the autumn season! There are plenty of family-friendly activities, live music, great food, and more! General admission is FREE and there is also free parking available. The schedule of events includes pumpkin yoga, Subie's World, face painting, a mechanical pull, a straw pyramid,...
This weekly festival is a great way to soak up some fall fun! At Island Party Hut on the Chicago Riverwalk: Live Music from 1-4pm & 5-8pm Hayrides on the River Fall Cocktails & Beer Apple Cider Donuts Pumpkin Patch Photo Ops Games & More!
Peruse the beautiful changing colors of Morton Arboretum and spot 50 different scarecrows made by local scout troops!
Wheaton's adorable zoo, Cosley Zoo, is hosting its 39th pumpkin festival for the whole month of October. There will be pumpkins, fall treats, and carnival rides for small kids!
This FREE event will have music, craft vendors, pumpkin carving, food, refreshments, a pie-eating contest, inflatables, petting zoo, police vehicles, and much more!
Head to this FREE festival at the Lincoln Park Zoo! Attractions include the Fun Slide, a pumpkin-filled Harvest Maze, inflatable attractions, free musical entertainment, story times, professional pumpkin carvers, a pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.
Roaming magicians, live music, a family-fun zone, a professional pumpkin carver, and fall food and treats!
Head to this FREE festival at the Lincoln Park Zoo! Attractions include the Fun Slide, a pumpkin-filled Harvest Maze, inflatable attractions, free musical entertainment, story times, professional pumpkin carvers, a pumpkin patch, and fall-themed enrichment for the animals.