Bengtson’s Pumpkin Fest
Through November 3rd
Homer Glen
With a haunted house for older kids and adults and Fun Barn for the whole family, there’s something for everyone at the old pumpkin farm. Bengston’s features all sorts of activities included pig races, a pumpkin chucker, rides, a petting zoo and more haunted fun!
Basement of the Dead
Through November 2nd
Aurora
Head down the creepy, creaky stairs to the spooky Basement of the Dead. This suburban haunted house calls itself, “America’s scariest haunted house!”
Edgewater Arts Festival
September 28th – 29th
Granville Avenue in Edgewater
Come for the local art, stay for the live music, food and local beer garden!
Hyde Park Jazz Festival
September 28th – 29th
Hyde Park
38 jazz artists and bands will fill this weekend with fantastic music.
Oktoberfest
September 28th – 29th
Lynfred Winery in Roselle
Get the full wine experience at this suburban event. There will be grape stomping, cork tossing and wine to drink and bring home with you. There will also be food, a lederhosen contest and activities for the whole family.
Realm of Terror Haunted House
Through November 2nd
Round Lake Beach
Halfway between Chicago and Milwaukee is none other than “the craziest, most intense, extreme Halloween experience!”
Chicago Half Marathon/5K
September 29th
Begins in Jackson Park
Come out and watch the many runners who will be trekking along Lake Shore Drive. Watching is free and being there is fun!
World Dumpling Fest
September 29th 12PM to 7PM
Polk Brothers Park at Navy Pier
Fans of hot baked dough, don’t miss this one! Dumplings from all over the world will be available at this ode to dumplings. Not only that: you’ll also be able to take in cultural music, arts and crafts and more at this free event.
Historic Berwyn’s Bungalow Tour
September 29th
beginning at Berwyn Historical Society
Check out a collection of classic houses that have been upgraded for the 2019 home dweller. You can walk, bike or drive from location to location as you take this fun tour.
Oktoberfest
Through September 29th
Manteno
This Oktoberfest features a garage sale, a pet parade on Friday and another parade on Saturday. The free event will have beer, food, live music and kids activities.
