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Eight Things To Do in the Western Suburbs: October 10–12, 2025
From orchard visits to neighborhood fests, fall is full of reasons to get outside and soak it all in. We've rounded up a few local happenings to add to your list this weekend.
Marvel at the Glass Pumpkin Patch.
More than 8,000 handblown glass pumpkins take over the Morton Arboretum for this annual showcase of craftsmanship and fall color. Now in its 15th year, the event features live glassblowing and flameworking demonstrations, plus special "crystal anniversary" pieces made just for 2025. Visitors can browse and buy pumpkins in every shade and size and also visit a Halloween-themed tent.
Date: Oct. 10–12
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cost: $18+
Location: The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Rt. 53, Lisle
More Info: mortonarb.org
Dress up for a Spooktacular Trick or Treat.
Proksa Park transforms into a Halloween hub for families with costumes, candy, and plenty of themed activities. Kids can stock up on treats while showing off their best ghost, witch, or superhero looks. It's a quick, festive stop for anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit without the fright.
Date: Oct. 12
Time: 12–3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Proksa Park, 3001 Wisconsin Ave., Berwyn
More Info: berwynparks.org
Celebrate Czech culture at A Night at the Hospoda.
Celebrate Czech heritage with food, beer, and live music at this community gathering hosted by the Moravian Cultural Society. Traditional fare and spirited entertainment anchor the evening, which invites guests to eat, drink, and toast together. Expect a laid-back night of culture and camaraderie, Czech style.
Date: Oct. 11
Time: 4 p.m.–7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Sokol Spirit, 3909 Prairie Ave., Brookfield
More Info: facebook.com
Trick, treat, and create at Pumpkin Patch.
Somerset's annual Pumpkin Patch mixes fall charm with plenty of family fun. Kids can decorate their own pumpkins, show off costumes in contests, or get a balloon animal while grabbing a complimentary cotton candy.. If that isn't enough, try face painting or have fun trick-or-treating.
Date: Oct. 11
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Somerset, 1112 N. State St.
More Info: viceroyamenities.square
Get A taste of Theatre Festival.
This annual showcase highlights emerging and established playwrights, offering audiences a first look at new works on stage. Across the weekend, visitors can sit in on workshops, join meet-and-greets, and watch performances that span comedy, drama, and everything in between.
Date: Oct. 11
Time: 6:30–10 p.m.
Cost: $35+
Location: eta Creative Arts, 7558 S. South Chicago Ave.
More Info: atasteoftheatre.org
Join the crowd at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Even if you're not lacing up, the Chicago Marathon is one of the city's great spectacles. More than 40,000 runners wind through neighborhoods across 26.2 miles, cheered on by crowds lining the streets. Whether you catch the start downtown, the lakefront stretch, or the lively South Side blocks, the energy of race day is contagious.
Date: Oct. 12
Time: 7 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St.
More Info: chicagomarathon.com
Get ready for Full Spectrum Features 10th Anniversary Party.
Independent film collective Full Spectrum Features marks its 10th year with a party that doubles as a statement: diverse voices matter on screen. The night includes live music, a DJ set, art installations, and plenty of food and drinks, alongside reflections on a decade of storytelling.
Date: Oct. 11
Time: 7–11 p.m.
Cost: Pay-What-You-Can
Location: Constellation, 3111 N. Western Ave.
More Info: events.humanitix.com
Cruise to the Slow & Low: Chicago Lowrider Festival.
More than 250 lowriders take over Navy Pier for a celebration of custom cars and the culture that shapes them. Since 2011, Slow & Low has highlighted the artistry and community roots of the lowrider movement, blending history, identity, and pure spectacle. The result is part car show, part block party, and entirely Chicago.
Date: Oct. 11
Time: 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Cost: $15+
Location: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave.
More Info: navypier.org
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