Events
With over 800 Festivals & Events running year round, concerts that include the top touring musical acts, countless farmers markets and car shows in the Chicago Southland, the hard part isn’t deciding IF you should come but rather which event you ARE going to attend.
Whether it is Snow Day Festival at the Plum Creek Nature Center in January, Irish Fest at Chicago’s Gaelic Park in May, any of our year round farmers markets or Lansing Autumn Fest in October, you won’t have to travel far to find family friendly activities for any age.
Cultural Events
Fairs / Carnivals
Parades
Below are the next 30 upcoming Arts events in the Chicago Southland. Use the form above to search for specific events.
Wheelchair Accessibled Displays/Arts/Crafts
ag Agricultural/Food/Harvest
c Cultural Event
w Workshop/Seminar
$ Admission Fee
h Holiday Celebration
o Outdoor Activity
s Sports Event/Recreational
f Fair, Carnival
e Expo/Consumer Show
p Parade
BRIDES THROUGH THE DECADES
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 23, 2019
Lansing Public Library, Lower Level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing, IL
312-969-0385
Vintage bridal attire and other fashions from the late 1800's with photographs of bridal couples and commentary about the fashion trends of the times.
M 6-8PM; W 3-5PM; Sa 11AM-1PM
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Lansing Public Library, Lower Level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing, IL
312-969-0385
Vintage bridal attire and other fashions from the late 1800's with photographs of bridal couples and commentary about the fashion trends of the times.
M 6-8PM; W 3-5PM; Sa 11AM-1PM
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FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
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271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
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SWAP O RAMA FLEA MARKET (W, SA-SU)
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
Visit Website $ d o
4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
Visit Website $ d o
FARMERS MARKET - HOMEWOOD
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
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Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
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FARMERS MARKET - ALSIP
Aug 6, 2019 - Aug 27, 2019
Apollo Recreation Center
12521 South Kostner Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Tu 3-7PM
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Apollo Recreation Center
12521 South Kostner Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Tu 3-7PM
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FARMERS MARKET - PALOS HEIGHTS
Aug 7, 2019 - Aug 28, 2019
City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
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City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
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FARMERS MARKET - OAK LAWN
Aug 7, 2019 - Aug 28, 2019
52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
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52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
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PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR AND ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION
Aug 19, 2019 - Aug 29, 2019
Christopher Art Gallery
Prairie State College, 202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-7738
Our annual fall student exhibition features the work of the Photographer of the Year, who is chosen each year by jury. Other works will include drawings, paintings, photographs and digital works.
M-Th 9AM-3PM & W-Th 5PM-7PM
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Christopher Art Gallery
Prairie State College, 202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-7738
Our annual fall student exhibition features the work of the Photographer of the Year, who is chosen each year by jury. Other works will include drawings, paintings, photographs and digital works.
M-Th 9AM-3PM & W-Th 5PM-7PM
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WILL COUNTY FAIR
Aug 21, 2019 - Aug 25, 2019
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-258-9359
Our local fair includes livestock judging as well as arts and crafts judging. Free family entertainment tent. Carnival, food, grandstand entertainment and commercial exhibits and a beer tent.
7AM-12AM
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-258-9359
Our local fair includes livestock judging as well as arts and crafts judging. Free family entertainment tent. Carnival, food, grandstand entertainment and commercial exhibits and a beer tent.
7AM-12AM
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JUNQUE IN YER TRUNK
Aug 24, 2019
Trantina Farm
15744 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL
708-301-0522
Sell your garage sale items like small appliances, clothing, knicknacks, etc. NO large appliances, explosives, fireworks or firearms. Your junk could be someone else's treasure!
10AM-3PM
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Trantina Farm
15744 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL
708-301-0522
Sell your garage sale items like small appliances, clothing, knicknacks, etc. NO large appliances, explosives, fireworks or firearms. Your junk could be someone else's treasure!
10AM-3PM
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21ST ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL FESTIVAL
Aug 30, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
Robbins Community Center
13800 South Trumbull Avenue, Robbins, IL
708-385-8940
Robbins 21st Annual Back to School Festival and Parade
F 12-5:30PM; Sa 7AM-11:30AM; Su 7AM-12:30PM
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Robbins Community Center
13800 South Trumbull Avenue, Robbins, IL
708-385-8940
Robbins 21st Annual Back to School Festival and Parade
F 12-5:30PM; Sa 7AM-11:30AM; Su 7AM-12:30PM
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FRANKFORT FALL FESTIVAL
Aug 31, 2019
Downtown Historical Frankfort
Between Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-3356
Join us Labor Day weekend, when over 250,000 visitors will gather to view the hand craftsmanship of over 300 artisans from all over the United States.
Sa-Su 10AM-6PM; M 10AM-5PM
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Downtown Historical Frankfort
Between Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-3356
Join us Labor Day weekend, when over 250,000 visitors will gather to view the hand craftsmanship of over 300 artisans from all over the United States.
Sa-Su 10AM-6PM; M 10AM-5PM
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OLD TIMES FAMILY PICNIC
Sep 1, 2019
Central Park Grounds
15601 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-7270
Annual Labor Day Fun-Filled Event • Entertainment • Relaxing on Picnic Grounds • Booth Games • Dancing • Food and beverages for purchase • Music • Beanbag and Water Balloon Tournaments • Children’s Rides • Children’s Races • Family, Friends and Neighbors
12PM-dusk
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Central Park Grounds
15601 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-7270
Annual Labor Day Fun-Filled Event • Entertainment • Relaxing on Picnic Grounds • Booth Games • Dancing • Food and beverages for purchase • Music • Beanbag and Water Balloon Tournaments • Children’s Rides • Children’s Races • Family, Friends and Neighbors
12PM-dusk
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21ST ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL FESTIVAL
Sep 1, 2019
Robbins Community Center
13800 South Trumbull Avenue, Robbins, IL
708-385-8940
Robbins 21st Annual Back to School Festival and Parade
F 12-5:30PM; Sa 7AM-11:30AM; Su 7AM-12:30PM
Visit Website d f o p
Robbins Community Center
13800 South Trumbull Avenue, Robbins, IL
708-385-8940
Robbins 21st Annual Back to School Festival and Parade
F 12-5:30PM; Sa 7AM-11:30AM; Su 7AM-12:30PM
Visit Website d f o p
FRANKFORT FALL FESTIVAL
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 2, 2019
Downtown Historical Frankfort
Between Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-3356
Join us Labor Day weekend, when over 250,000 visitors will gather to view the hand craftsmanship of over 300 artisans from all over the United States.
Sa-Su 10AM-6PM; M 10AM-5PM
Visit Website ag d f h o p
Downtown Historical Frankfort
Between Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-3356
Join us Labor Day weekend, when over 250,000 visitors will gather to view the hand craftsmanship of over 300 artisans from all over the United States.
Sa-Su 10AM-6PM; M 10AM-5PM
Visit Website ag d f h o p
SWAP O RAMA FLEA MARKET (W, SA-SU)
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019
4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
Visit Website $ d o
4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
Visit Website $ d o
WHAT'S BUGGING BELVA?
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019
Plum Creek Nature Center
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27064 South Dutton Road, Beecher, IL
708-946-2216
What's Bugging Belva? is an interactive traveling exhibit presented like a book. Belva the bug literally jumps off the pages of a book and into three gardens that include models on the insects being explored and information about their attributes. When Grandpa Belvedere takes her on a tour of the garden, Belva learns insects are beautiful, have cool features, and serve important functions.
Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM; Su 12-4PM
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Plum Creek Nature Center
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27064 South Dutton Road, Beecher, IL
708-946-2216
What's Bugging Belva? is an interactive traveling exhibit presented like a book. Belva the bug literally jumps off the pages of a book and into three gardens that include models on the insects being explored and information about their attributes. When Grandpa Belvedere takes her on a tour of the garden, Belva learns insects are beautiful, have cool features, and serve important functions.
Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM; Su 12-4PM
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PAARLBERG HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Sep 2, 2019
Paarlberg Park
Paxton Avenue between 172nd & 173rd Streets, South Holland, IL
708-596-2722
An annual tradition in South Holland, featuring live music, arts and craft vendors, food, activities, quilters and performances by the South Holland municipal band. 1870 house and barn tours.
9:30AM-4PM
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Paarlberg Park
Paxton Avenue between 172nd & 173rd Streets, South Holland, IL
708-596-2722
An annual tradition in South Holland, featuring live music, arts and craft vendors, food, activities, quilters and performances by the South Holland municipal band. 1870 house and barn tours.
9:30AM-4PM
Visit Website d o
PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR AND ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION
Sep 2, 2019 - Sep 12, 2019
Christopher Art Gallery
Prairie State College, 202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-7738
Our annual fall student exhibition features the work of the Photographer of the Year, who is chosen each year by jury. Other works will include drawings, paintings, photographs and digital works.
Reception August 28 M-Th 9AM-3PM & W-Th 5PM-7PM
Visit Website c d
Christopher Art Gallery
Prairie State College, 202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-7738
Our annual fall student exhibition features the work of the Photographer of the Year, who is chosen each year by jury. Other works will include drawings, paintings, photographs and digital works.
Reception August 28 M-Th 9AM-3PM & W-Th 5PM-7PM
Visit Website c d
FARMERS MARKET - ALSIP
Sep 3, 2019 - Sep 24, 2019
Apollo Recreation Center
12521 South Kostner Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Tu 3-7PM
Visit Website ag d o
Apollo Recreation Center
12521 South Kostner Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Tu 3-7PM
Visit Website ag d o
FARMERS MARKET - PALOS HEIGHTS
Sep 4, 2019 - Sep 25, 2019
City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
Visit Website ag c d o
City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
Visit Website ag c d o
FARMERS MARKET - OAK LAWN
Sep 4, 2019 - Sep 25, 2019
52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
Visit Website ag d o
52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
Visit Website ag d o
ART GALLERY RECEPTION: FORESTERS CAMERA CLUB
Sep 6, 2019
Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
We are pleased to host featured artists from The Foresters Club as they display their artwork. Please join us at the artist reception from 7–9pm at the VVAC. Enjoy light refreshments and meet the artists!
7-9PM
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Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
We are pleased to host featured artists from The Foresters Club as they display their artwork. Please join us at the artist reception from 7–9pm at the VVAC. Enjoy light refreshments and meet the artists!
7-9PM
Visit Website $ c d
FETCHING MARKET AT HISTORIC FORD HANGAR
Sep 6, 2019 - Sep 7, 2019
Lansing Municipal Airport
Ford Hangar, 3239 Glenwood Lansing Road, Lansing, IL
708-351-9124
Quality Vintage and Handmade Artisan Market. 75 creatives from across the Midwest come together in an Historic Hangar built by Henry Ford in 1927. Join us for gourmet foods, local brews & cocktails and live music. Advance tickets on our site $5. $6 at the door. 12 and under free.
F 5-9PM; Sa 10AM-5PM
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Lansing Municipal Airport
Ford Hangar, 3239 Glenwood Lansing Road, Lansing, IL
708-351-9124
Quality Vintage and Handmade Artisan Market. 75 creatives from across the Midwest come together in an Historic Hangar built by Henry Ford in 1927. Join us for gourmet foods, local brews & cocktails and live music. Advance tickets on our site $5. $6 at the door. 12 and under free.
F 5-9PM; Sa 10AM-5PM
Visit Website $ d
FALL ON THE GREEN FESTIVAL
Sep 6, 2019 - Sep 8, 2019
Village Green
9446 Raymond Avenue, 94th & Cook Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL
708-636-4400
The Village of Oak Lawn will hold the 24th Annual Fall on the Green Festival on September 6th, 7th, and 8th. This family friendly event has everything you look for in a festival - great food, wonderful entertainment, games, and vendors of all types. This event takes place on the Village Green located at 95th Street & Cook Avenue. There is no charge for admission, parking, or children’s events. The only cost to attendees is the purchase of food and drink.
F 6PM-12AM; Sa 11AM-12AM; Su 11AM-8PM
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Village Green
9446 Raymond Avenue, 94th & Cook Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL
708-636-4400
The Village of Oak Lawn will hold the 24th Annual Fall on the Green Festival on September 6th, 7th, and 8th. This family friendly event has everything you look for in a festival - great food, wonderful entertainment, games, and vendors of all types. This event takes place on the Village Green located at 95th Street & Cook Avenue. There is no charge for admission, parking, or children’s events. The only cost to attendees is the purchase of food and drink.
F 6PM-12AM; Sa 11AM-12AM; Su 11AM-8PM
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MONEE FALL FEST
Sep 6, 2019 - Sep 8, 2019
Firemen's Park
5162 West Court Street, Monee, IL
708-534-8302
Join Monee for it's Annual Monee Fall Fest! Carnival Rides, Parade, Live Bands, Beer Tent, Food, Vendor Booths and More.
12-11PM
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Firemen's Park
5162 West Court Street, Monee, IL
708-534-8302
Join Monee for it's Annual Monee Fall Fest! Carnival Rides, Parade, Live Bands, Beer Tent, Food, Vendor Booths and More.
12-11PM
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7TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW: BENEFIT FOR ST. JUDE
Sep 7, 2019
Sears Park
123rd & Trumbull Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Classic Car Show and Vendor Fair. Live Entertainment, Foo, Raffles and Fun! Proceeds to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital! $25/VENDOR $10/CAR
11AM-3:30PM
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Sears Park
123rd & Trumbull Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Classic Car Show and Vendor Fair. Live Entertainment, Foo, Raffles and Fun! Proceeds to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital! $25/VENDOR $10/CAR
11AM-3:30PM
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WORLD WAR II DAYS
Sep 7, 2019 - Sep 8, 2019
Dellwood Park
Route 171 & Woods Drive, Lockport, IL
815-838-3621
This annual event features World War II era re-enactments with along with vintage 1940s era military vehicles plus food, music, and dancing!
Sa 9:30AM-10:30PM; Su 9:30AM-5PM
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Dellwood Park
Route 171 & Woods Drive, Lockport, IL
815-838-3621
This annual event features World War II era re-enactments with along with vintage 1940s era military vehicles plus food, music, and dancing!
Sa 9:30AM-10:30PM; Su 9:30AM-5PM
Visit Website ag c d o
FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
Sep 7, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019
271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
Visit Website ag d o
271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
Visit Website ag d o
FARMERS MARKET - HOMEWOOD
Sep 7, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
Visit Website ag d o
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
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