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.
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
We're entering our 4th year in partnership with Habitat for Humanity, and this year we hosted our biggest Build Day event yet.
As part of our commitment to the organization, we organize companywide volunteer days to help build homes with Habitat's Affordable Homeownership Program. This year, our 2025 opportunity is the biggest yet, with two days of volunteering across five build sites.
Working with the Chicago, Will County, Northern Fox Valley, and Lake-McHenry County chapters, more than 70 volunteers from across the company got together to help build homes at five locations. The projects ranged from hanging drywall, to constructing a garage from the ground up and completing framing for a home.
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.
Discover 80+ Pours at Villa Park BrewFest.
Craft beer fans can sample more than 80 brews and ciders at this annual fest, featuring pours from regional breweries alongside food trucks and live music. Options range from small-batch experiments to fan favorites, with passes that include early entry perks and commemorative tasting glasses.
Date: Oct. 4
Time: 1–5:30 p.m.
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.
Bring the Family to Fall on the Farm.
This seasonal favorite brings a full day of family activities, from barrel train rides and rope making to pumpkin painting and fall crafts. Kids can climb aboard tractors, while adults browse samples of coffee, cider donuts, and treats from the Sugar Maple Country Store. With live music and games rounding out the schedule, it's a festive way to welcome October.
Date: Oct. 4
Time:
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.
Celebrate Local Creativity at Andersonville Arts Weekend.
More than 30 local businesses transform into pop-up galleries during Andersonville Arts Weekend, showcasing work from Chicago artists across mediums. Opening receptions kick things off Friday, followed by a weekend of browsing, mingling, and celebrating the neighborhood's creative spirit. This year's edition also honors Todd Mack, artist and founder of Foursided, whose vision helped shape Andersonville's arts community.
Date: Oct....