This list is not all-inclusive
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 20
WINNETKA
Fall Fest
4-10 p.m.
Activities include food, music and a variety of activities for all ages at Duke Childs Field. winpark.org
Sept. 20-Oct. 31
PRAIRIE VIEW-LINCOLNSHIRE
Didier Farms Pumpkinfest
9 a.m.- 6 p.m.
All the best of fall is available here for every age. From traditional seasonal draws such as a pumpkin patch and hayrides to the fun exotic petting zoo and pig races, pony rides and kiddie rides. There is also a farm stand with food and beverages available for purchase. didierfarms.com
Sept. 27
EVANSTON
Green Living Festival
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
This festival held at the Evanston Ecology Center features local organizations that present their green products, services and ideas. evanstongreenfest.org
Sept. 27
NORTHBROOK
Autumnfest
2-6 p.m.
Celebrate the season in Meadowhill Park with live musical entertainment, a costume contest, games, free children’s activities, bonfire, food vendors and an I-spy hay ride. nbparks.org
Sept. 27, 28
EVANSTON
Art & Big Fork Festival
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
This juried show will feature paintings, sculpture, photography, as well as fun usable art. Amdurproductions.com
Sept. 27
GLENVIEW
Flight Fest
1-9:30 p.m.
Celebrate Glenview’s aviation history with music, activites, games, exhibits, hot air balloons at Gallery Park. Glenviewparks.org
OCTOBER
Oct. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 30, 31, Nov. 1
SKOKIE
Scream Scene
7-10 p.m.
Skokie Water Playground becomes a haunted house. Not recommended for children under 10. skokieparks.org
Oct. 5
GLENVIEW
Grove Folk Fest
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Live folk music, hayrides, square dancing, outdoor dining on pioneer food and storytelling at The Grove National Historic Landmark, 1421 Milwaukee Ave. glenviewparks.org
Oct. 5
SKOKIE
Devonshire County Fair
1-4 p.m.
Devonshire Cultural Center hosts an afternoon of fun. Inflatables, crafts, dancing, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, a pie eating contest. skokieparks.org
Oct. 11
GLENCOE
Harvest Fest
2-10 p.m.
Celebrate fall with games, entertainment, activities and more at this festival held in Kalk Park. Pumpkins and food will be available for purchase. Glencoeparkdistrict.com
Oct. 17-19
HIGHWOOD
The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival
4-9 p.m. Friday; 11-9 p.m. Saturday; 11-8 p.m. Sunday
The goal for this event sponsored by the Autism Society of Illinois is to carve out hope for the 52,000 individuals impacted by autism in Illinois by creating a display with 52,000 carved pumpkins. Attractions include hayrides, live music, a pumpkin run and a parade. highwoodpumpkinfest.com
Oct. 25
WINNETKA
Halloween Party on Ice
1:40-2:55 p.m.
Put on your costume and show it off in a unique way with laps around the rink at the Winnetka Ice Arena. winpark.org
Oct. 25
WINNETKA
Lloyd Beach’s Trail of Terror
6:30-9 p.m.
Ghostly graveyard of sunken ships along the shores of Lloyd Beach and a haunted boathouse. Take a walk along the Trail of Terror. winpark.org
Oct. 26
EVANSTON
Day of the Dead Concert
4 p.m.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with Sones de México, Mexican Folkloric performing ensemble at the Levy Senior Center. cityofevanston.org
Oct. 26
LAKE FOREST
CROCtoberfest
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Meet the crocodiles and help take a bite out of extinction at the Wildlife Discovery Center. cityoflakeforest.com
NOVEMBER
Nov. 6-9, 13-16
GLENVIEW
The Grove Arts & Crafts Faire
10 a.m.- 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Sunday
Wide selection of crafts, seasonal decorations, personalized items, creative gifts and treats. glenviewparks.org
Nov. 15
GLENCOE
Gravy Games
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Run the drumstick dash, compete in the turkey shoot out and other athletic games in this competition to win a turkey. glencoeparkdistrict.com
Nov. 21
EVANSTON
Holiday Bash & Tree Lighting
4-9 p.m.
Gather in Fountain Square for the tree lighting with carolers and Santa arriving on a fire truck. cityofevanston.org
Nov. 22
HIGHLAND PARK
Holiday Lights Ceremony
Get ready for the holidays by coming out to applaud the official lighting of the village tree in Port Clinton Square. cityhpil.com
Nov. 29
GLENVIEW
Holiday in the Park & Parade
3:30-5:30 p.m.
Parade down Glenview Road from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church to Jackman Park. Once in the park children can go on hayrides, a train and visit with Santa while enjoying seasonal refreshments like cookies and hot chocolate. glenviewchamber.com
