Aurora
• Saturday, Oct. 12 • 8 a.m. – noon
Aurora Farmers Market
It will be the last weekend for the 107th season of the Aurora Farmers Market, directly across from City Hall and Water Street Mall, at 65 Water Street.
For more information call 630.256.3370.
• Friday, Oct. 18 • 2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Storytime at the Fire Museum
Children and their families can enjoy a fun story accompanied by singing, dancing, and other interactive elements. Lasts approximately 30 minutes in the Hayloft. Aurora Regional Fire Museum, 53 N. Broadway
For more information call 630.256.4140.
• Friday, Oct. 18 • 6 p.m.
Aurora Methodists Free Double-feature Family Movie Night
The public is invited to see two movies, which will be shown simultaneously. For the kids, “Hocus Pocus” will be screened in the chapel and “Young Frankenstein” will be shown for adults in the Gathering Place room.” Both films are rated PG. Admission and parking are free. Free beverages and popcorn will be served.
For more information call 630.896.1033 or visit wesleyumcaurora.org.
• Saturday, Oct. 27 • noon – 3 p.m.
Trick-or-Treat in Downtown
Kids can visit downtown Aurora businesses and museums for sweet treats. Costumes are a must!
For more information visit auroradowntown.com.
Batavia
• Saturday, Oct. 12 • 8 a.m. – noon
Batavia Farmer’s Market
More than 30 regular vendors will offer a variety of fresh vegetables, fruit, eggs, meat, cheese, herbs, flowers, music and more, plus weekly pop-up vendors. River Street Woonerf, 1 N. River Street.
For more information visit bit.ly/2otjmDF.
• Saturday, Oct. 26 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
BATFest
BatFest is Batavia’s annual Halloween-themed family event which attracts more than 2,500 ghouls. BatFest includes downtown trick-or-treating, Mothers’ Club parade, pumpkin roll, contests, BatArt, and games for free family fun. Riverwalk & Peg Bond Pavilion, 151 Island Avenue.
For more information call 630.761.3528.
Elgin
• Saturday, Oct. 12 • noon – 2 p.m.
Halloween Happening
A free, family-friendly event will feature games, pumpkin-decorating, trick or treating stops, and goody bags for kids, ages three to 12. Costumes are encouraged, but please keep them age-appropriate and G-rated. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Eastside Recreation Center, 1080 E. Chicago Street.
For more information call 847-888-1989.
Elmhurst
• Saturday, Oct. 12 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m..
Family Fall Fest
Elmhurst Park District’s Family Fall Fest will be at Wild Meadows Trace Park, 511 S. York Street. Everyone can dress up in Halloween costumes and enjoy trick-or-treating and a haunted house maze, face-painting, pumpkin pitch, and food trucks.
Geneva
• Monday, Oct. 21 • 7:30 p.m.
Fox Valley Snowdrifters Club
The regular meeting will be at Old Tyme Pub and Eatery, 201 W State Street. The meeting will feature speaker Dr. Steinberg, an avid skier, and ski instructor at Wilmot. He is a podiatrist with a specialty dealing with sports issues, including ski boot-fitting problems. He suggests individuals bring the boots they are currently skiing in to the meeting for him to determine if they are properly sized. In February there will be a three day bus trip Michigan.
For more information about the ski club call Joan at 630-567-6407.
• Saturday, Oct. 26 • 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Howl ‘O Ween Dog Parade
Participants are encouraged to bring their dogs and dress-to-impress at Peck Farm Park’s FREE Howl ‘O Ween Dog Parade! Prizes will be awarded for most creative, funniest, and scariest costumes. Lineup will be at 1:15 p.m. in front of the Peck House. The parade will begin promptly at 1:30 p.m.. Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville Road.
For more information visit genevaparks.org.
Hinsdale
• Saturday, Oct. 19 • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m..
Hinsdale Family Fall Festival
The free day of fun will include pumpkin-decorating, entertainment, carnival games, and inflatables at the Hinsdale Middle School, 100 S Garfield Street. Trick-or-treating will be available in the downtown business district from noon to 3 p.m..
Montgomery
• Sunday, Oct. 13 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Halloween Safety Event
Montgomery Police Department will have its annual Halloween Safety Event at Montgomery Police Station, 10 Civic Center Avenue. Kids can come in costume and enjoy a day of fun, games, crafts, and raffle prizes, while supplies last.
• Saturday, Oct. 19 • 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Electronics and Household Hazardous Waste Recycling
Free recycling will be provided by DC Recycling for Village of Montgomery residents only. Televisions of all types, all electronics (anything with an electric plug or batteries, metal, rechargeable batteries), and household hazardous waste including pesticides, cleaners, automotive fluids, pool chemicals, oil-based paint, CFL bulbs and weed killer will be accepted. Public Works, 891 Knell Road.
• Sunday, Oct. 20 • 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Kendall County Historical Society – Halloween on the Farm
There will be old-fashioned games and trick or treating for the kids with a costume parade and prizes are awarded. There will be hayrides that go through the haunted barn. Lyon Farm, Route 71.
For more information visit lyonfarmkchs.org.
• Wednesday, Oct. 23
BOO-tiful Time of Year for Montgomery’s Halloween Display Contest
The Village of Montgomery Beautification Committee will present the annual Halloween Display Contest to recognize homes and businesses for outstanding Halloween decorations. Nominations will be accepted through October 20 and must be within Montgomery’s Village limits. Beautification Committee members will visit all the nominated addresses the night of October 23 in order to select winners, be sure to have any lights turned on.
For more information and to submit a property address, call Public Works at 331.212.9044 or visit ci.montgomery.il.us.
Naperville
• Monday, Oct. 14 • 9 a.m. – noon
Creepy Critters Day
Kids can dig for slimy worms, touch a snake, check out a cockroach, go on a creepy-scavenger hunt, meet Buffy the Bat, and attend a creepy storytime. Knoch Knolls Park, 320 Knoch Knolls Road.
North Aurora
• Friday, Oct. 11 • 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Campfire Stores & S’mores
Everyone can gather around the campfire and listen to some legends and lore and roast marshmallows at scenic Red Oak Nature Center, 1385 N. River Road. All participants must register with the Fox Valley Park District.
For more information call 630.897.1808.
• Saturday, Oct. 26 • 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Forest of Fright and Delight
Attendees can explore the Red Oak woods at night on a self-led, haunted-cave hike. Inside there will be activities, music, and games. Flashlights are recommended. Fox Valley Park District. Red Oak Nature Center, 1385 N. River Road.
For more information call 630.897.1808 or visit bit.ly/2m1VtlM.
Oswego
• Sunday, Oct. 27 • 9 a.m.
The Edward Fraidycat 5K, Ghost Run 10K, & Meow Mile
Edward Elmhurst Healthcare and the Oswego Chamber of Commerce invite runners to register for the annual FraidyCat 5K, Ghost Run 10K, and Meow Mile through the heart of downtown Oswego. Start and finish will be at 61 Franklin Street, Oswego.
For more information visit www.fraidycat5k.com.
St. Charles
• October 11-13
St. Charles Scarecrow Fest
For more than 30 years, this award-winning festival has brought heartwarming-memories to both children and adults, and is a tradition for thousands of families across the Midwest. The heart and soul of the festival is the Scarecrow Contest, which boasts more than 100 hand-crafted scarecrows. Participants can enjoy live entertainment, a huge arts and crafts show, carnival, petting zoo, and plenty of food in Downtown St. Charles. Hours are Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m..
For more information visit www.scarecrowfest.com.
• October 19-20
45th Fall Fox Valley Antiques Show
There will be 55 dealers from 15 states who will offer authentic antiques. Admission is $10. Hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Free Parking! Free admission to those 25 years old or younger or with current student I.D.. Kane County Fairground area, Prairie Events Center, wings B and C.
For more information visit www.csada.com.
Sandwich
• October 18-20
Murder on the Rerun
‘Murder on the Rerun’ takes a different approach to mystery when a ghost tries to find out who murdered her in a witty, sophisticated, yet suspenseful look at the upper crust of Hollywood. Showtimes are Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Historic Sandwich Opera House, 140 E Railroad Street.
For more information send to info@indianvalleytheatre.com or contact IVT president Kathie Hart at 815-786-4878.
Sugar Grove
• October 11 – 20
“Children of Eden” coming to Waubonsee Community College
Fox Country Players, in association with Waubonsee Community College, will present its Fall musical, Children of Eden! It is a joyous and inspirational musical about family, love, and faith. Adam, Eve, Noah and the Father who created them, deal with the headstrong, potentially-disastrous actions of their respective children. Shows are Fridays-Sundays at the Waubonsee Community College Auditorium.
For more information visit foxcountryplayers.org. For tickets visit waubonseetickets.com.
• Sunday, Oct. 27 • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Free Airplane Rides for Kids
Kids aged eight to 17 years old can discover the magic of flight and cultivate a passion for aviation with free airplane rides at the Aurora Municipal Airport. EAA Chapter 579 Fox Valley Sport Aviation Association safely has flown more than 18,000 Young Eagles at Aurora Municipal Airport since the program was introduced by EAA in 1992.
For more information visit eaa579.org.
Warrenville
• Wednesday, Oct. 23 • 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Felt Sugar Skulls
On the Day of the Dead in Mexico, sugar skulls and other offerings are placed on altars (ofrendas) as a welcoming gesture for departed souls. Kids can experiment with felt and embroidery floss to create their own version of a sugar skull. For those aged 12 to 17. Warrenville Library, 28W751 Stafford Place.
For more information call 630.393.1171 or visit warrenville.com.
West Dundee
• Sunday, Oct. 13 • 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Dairies to Prairies
The Schweitzer Environmental Center will present the documentary, “Dairies to Prairies,” The film explores Elgin’s dairy farms heritage, and how they disappeared under suburban development pressures and modern agriculture. Schweitzer House, 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Road (Schweitzer Forest Preserve).
For more information call 815-356-6605.
Wheaton
• Saturday, Oct. 12 • 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cantigny Fall Festival
Activities for all ages includes pumpkin-decorating, hay rides, petting zoo, Wax Hands, inflatables, face-painting, craft fair, children’s book sale, food trucks, and live entertainment. Free with $5 parking; nominal fee for some activities. Parade Field. Cantigny, 1S151 Winfield Road.
For more information visit Cantigny.org or call 630.260.8162.
• Friday, Oct. 25 • 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Family Fun Night: Pumpkins & Treats
The Park’s monthly Family Night series will continue with a Halloween theme. Costumes are encouraged! Kids can enjoy a fun craft, pumpkin-decorating, and trick-or-treating. Free with $5 parking. Cantigny, 1S151 Winfield Road.
• Tuesday, Oct. 29 • 6 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Kid Rock Boo-riffic Music & Dance Party
This music and movement parent-child event is perfect for children aged zero to five. Songs and musical activities will have a fun Halloween theme. Costumes are encouraged! Cost: $12 per child. Parking free. Cantigny, 1S151 Winfield Road.
For more information and to register visit Cantigny.org or call 630.260.8162.
• Wednesday, Oct. 30 • 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Boo Bash!
Children are invited to preview their Halloween costumes at he fun hour of not-too-spooky activities and stories, ending with a yummy treat! For aged three to five with an adult. Cost: $10 per child. Parking free. Cantigny, 1S151 Winfield Road.
For more information and to register visit Cantigny.org or call 630.260.8162.
Yorkville
• Sunday, Oct. 20
HCE 21st annual Victorian Tea
Kendall County Association for Home and Community Education (HCE) will have its 21st annual Victorian Tea. There will be three courses of tea, many door prizes, and raffle baskets. The program will be an afternoon with Coco Chanel, presented by Annette Baldwin. Participants are reminded to bring their favorite tea cup. Cross Lutheran Church is located on Rt. 47. 47, south of Rt. 71.
For more information call Bev at 630-554-1530.
• Sunday, Oct. 20 • 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Kendall County Historical Society – Halloween on the Farm
There will be old-fashioned games and trick-or-treating for the kids, a costume parade, and prizes will be awarded. There will be hayrides that take attendees through the haunted barn. Lyon Farm, Route 71.
For more information visit lyonfarmkchs.org.
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