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.
Due to COVID-19 recommendations, many events in the Chicago Southland are being postponed or cancelled. Please check the event website or call the number listed to get up-to-date information on specific events. For more information on the Restore Illinois plan, please click here. Although events may be postponed or cancelled, virtual events are still taking place.
For a current list of virtual events taking place throughout the Chicago Southland, please click here.
Cultural Events
Fairs / Carnivals
Parades
Below are the next 27 upcoming Holiday 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
m Music (Live)
o Outdoor Activity
s Sports Event/Recreational
f Fair, Carnival
e Expo/Consumer Show
p Parade
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Jul 4, 2020
Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Come out to Centennial Park to celebrate Independence Day! Pack a blanket, chairs, your favorite snacks and beverages as Suburban Cowboys rock the Park! Performing hits from the hottest country music artists, this talented group of rock & rollers gone country will have you singing and dancing. Concessions, beer and wine will be available for purchase.
7:15-9:15PM Concert; 9:15PM Fireworks
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Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Come out to Centennial Park to celebrate Independence Day! Pack a blanket, chairs, your favorite snacks and beverages as Suburban Cowboys rock the Park! Performing hits from the hottest country music artists, this talented group of rock & rollers gone country will have you singing and dancing. Concessions, beer and wine will be available for purchase.
7:15-9:15PM Concert; 9:15PM Fireworks
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CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Jul 23, 2020
Republic Bank Band Shell
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Enjoy a meet and greet with the Elf! Kids can play holiday games and other fun, Christmas-y activities before the movie Elf which starts at dusk! registration required
7-10PM
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Republic Bank Band Shell
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Enjoy a meet and greet with the Elf! Kids can play holiday games and other fun, Christmas-y activities before the movie Elf which starts at dusk! registration required
7-10PM
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FRANKFORT FALL FESTIVAL
Sep 5, 2020 - Sep 7, 2020
Downtown Historical Frankfort
Between Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-3356
Join us Labor Day weekend, where over 250,000 visitors gather to the charming Village of Frankfort to enjoy the Frankfort Fall Festival, welcoming over 300 artisans from all over the United States to exhibit their elite products and services. This Fair has it all!
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, where over 250,000 visitors gather to the charming Village of Frankfort to enjoy the Frankfort Fall Festival, welcoming over 300 artisans from all over the United States to exhibit their elite products and services. This Fair has it all!
Sa-Su 10AM-6PM; M 10AM-5PM
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OLD TIMES FAMILY PICNIC
Sep 6, 2020
Central Park Grounds
15601 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-7270
Our annual Labor Day Fun Filled event. Music, entertainment, food and beverages, games and more. All ages.
12PM-dusk
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Central Park Grounds
15601 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-7270
Our annual Labor Day Fun Filled event. Music, entertainment, food and beverages, games and more. All ages.
12PM-dusk
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PAARLBERG FEST AND LABOR DAY
Sep 7, 2020
Paarlberg Park
Paxton Avenue between 172nd Street & 173rd Street, South Holland, IL
708-339-8753
Come to Paarlberg Park for a full day of activities for the whole family! Tour the historical Paarlberg home and barn. Enjoy crafters, food vendors, and live entertainment. The finale of the day, music by the South Holland Municipal Band.
9:30AM-4PM
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Paarlberg Park
Paxton Avenue between 172nd Street & 173rd Street, South Holland, IL
708-339-8753
Come to Paarlberg Park for a full day of activities for the whole family! Tour the historical Paarlberg home and barn. Enjoy crafters, food vendors, and live entertainment. The finale of the day, music by the South Holland Municipal Band.
9:30AM-4PM
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PULLMAN NATIONAL MONUMENT LABOR DAY 2020
Sep 7, 2020
Pullman National Monument Visitor Center
11141 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL
773-264-7431
Join us this Labor Day for a free family-friendly event. Learn about a turbulent time in 1894, when a local labor strike at the Pullman Palace (Train) Car Company grew to a national boycott. Commerce stopped. Lives were lost. Shortly after the boycott ended, Labor Day became a nationally celebrated holiday. Enjoy exhibits, music, make a craft, and celebrate the contributions of America's workforce!
1-4:30PM
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Pullman National Monument Visitor Center
11141 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL
773-264-7431
Join us this Labor Day for a free family-friendly event. Learn about a turbulent time in 1894, when a local labor strike at the Pullman Palace (Train) Car Company grew to a national boycott. Commerce stopped. Lives were lost. Shortly after the boycott ended, Labor Day became a nationally celebrated holiday. Enjoy exhibits, music, make a craft, and celebrate the contributions of America's workforce!
1-4:30PM
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BENGTSON'S PUMPKIN FARM
Sep 11, 2020 - Sep 30, 2020
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
STEP BACK INTO A 1950s HALLOWEEN EXHIBIT
Sep 12, 2020 - Sep 30, 2020
1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30PM or by appointment
Visit Website $ c d h
1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30PM or by appointment
Visit Website $ c d h
ODYSSEY FUN FARM
Sep 18, 2020 - Sep 30, 2020
Odyssey Fun World
18900 South Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-429-3800
The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze is fun for all ages! It is a 110 acre farm! We boast a 13 acre pumpkin patch that you will be able to walk through to find the perfect pumpkin for your family. Our exclusive corn maze is 15 acres! It is shaped to say Odyssey Fun World Tinley Park and displays our mascot Chipper! We also have a 5 acre courtyard full of family friendly activities: The Odyssey Petting Zoo, The Inflatable Kidz Zone, corn cannons, pig races, a cow train, hay rides and pony rides! (Pony Rides only available on Saturday and Sunday. Max weight of 90lbs.) Smoking and alcohol are strictly not permitted within The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze. Smoking is only permitted within the front parking lot. No outside food or beverages allowed on the Farm! Sept. 23-Oct. 31
10AM-6PM
Visit Website $ h o
Odyssey Fun World
18900 South Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-429-3800
The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze is fun for all ages! It is a 110 acre farm! We boast a 13 acre pumpkin patch that you will be able to walk through to find the perfect pumpkin for your family. Our exclusive corn maze is 15 acres! It is shaped to say Odyssey Fun World Tinley Park and displays our mascot Chipper! We also have a 5 acre courtyard full of family friendly activities: The Odyssey Petting Zoo, The Inflatable Kidz Zone, corn cannons, pig races, a cow train, hay rides and pony rides! (Pony Rides only available on Saturday and Sunday. Max weight of 90lbs.) Smoking and alcohol are strictly not permitted within The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze. Smoking is only permitted within the front parking lot. No outside food or beverages allowed on the Farm! Sept. 23-Oct. 31
10AM-6PM
Visit Website $ h o
THE GREAT PUMPKIN PARTY
Sep 26, 2020
Cultural Center
14760 Park Lane, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Gather the family and head out to Centennial Park to join us for a fun-filled day of fall themed activities. Concessions, beer and wine will be available for purchase.
1-5PM
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Cultural Center
14760 Park Lane, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Gather the family and head out to Centennial Park to join us for a fun-filled day of fall themed activities. Concessions, beer and wine will be available for purchase.
1-5PM
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ODYSSEY FUN FARM
Oct 1, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020
Odyssey Fun World
18900 South Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-429-3800
The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze is fun for all ages! It is a 110 acre farm! We boast a 13 acre pumpkin patch that you will be able to walk through to find the perfect pumpkin for your family. Our exclusive corn maze is 15 acres! It is shaped to say Odyssey Fun World Tinley Park and displays our mascot Chipper! We also have a 5 acre courtyard full of family friendly activities: The Odyssey Petting Zoo, The Inflatable Kidz Zone, corn cannons, pig races, a cow train, hay rides and pony rides! (Pony Rides only available on Saturday and Sunday. Max weight of 90lbs.) Smoking and alcohol are strictly not permitted within The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze. Smoking is only permitted within the front parking lot. No outside food or beverages allowed on the Farm! Sept. 23-Oct. 31
10AM-6PM
Visit Website $ h o
Odyssey Fun World
18900 South Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-429-3800
The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze is fun for all ages! It is a 110 acre farm! We boast a 13 acre pumpkin patch that you will be able to walk through to find the perfect pumpkin for your family. Our exclusive corn maze is 15 acres! It is shaped to say Odyssey Fun World Tinley Park and displays our mascot Chipper! We also have a 5 acre courtyard full of family friendly activities: The Odyssey Petting Zoo, The Inflatable Kidz Zone, corn cannons, pig races, a cow train, hay rides and pony rides! (Pony Rides only available on Saturday and Sunday. Max weight of 90lbs.) Smoking and alcohol are strictly not permitted within The Odyssey Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze. Smoking is only permitted within the front parking lot. No outside food or beverages allowed on the Farm! Sept. 23-Oct. 31
10AM-6PM
Visit Website $ h o
BENGTSON'S PUMPKIN FARM
Oct 1, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
STEP BACK INTO A 1950s HALLOWEEN EXHIBIT
Oct 3, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020
1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30 or by appointment
Visit Website $ c d h
1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30 or by appointment
Visit Website $ c d h
HALLOWEEN HOLLOW
Oct 9, 2020 - Oct 11, 2020
Yunker Park
10824 West La Porte Road, Mokena, IL
708-390-2401
Festival features carnival, food, kid’s activities, entertainment, Scarecrow Laboratory, hayrides, horse rides, Costume Contest, carnival ride wristband specials and more. Visit website for details and schedule.
F 4-8PM; Sa 12-8PM; Su 11:30-5PM (Carnival only F&Su)
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Yunker Park
10824 West La Porte Road, Mokena, IL
708-390-2401
Festival features carnival, food, kid’s activities, entertainment, Scarecrow Laboratory, hayrides, horse rides, Costume Contest, carnival ride wristband specials and more. Visit website for details and schedule.
F 4-8PM; Sa 12-8PM; Su 11:30-5PM (Carnival only F&Su)
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BOO! AT THE ZOO
Oct 10, 2020 - Oct 25, 2020
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL
708-688-8000
Little ghosts and goblins of all ages are sure to have a howlin’ good time! Our not-so-scary and fun-filled event has something for the entire family to enjoy!
Sa & Su
Visit Website $ ag c f h o p
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL
708-688-8000
Little ghosts and goblins of all ages are sure to have a howlin’ good time! Our not-so-scary and fun-filled event has something for the entire family to enjoy!
Sa & Su
Visit Website $ ag c f h o p
HALLOWEEN HAUNTING
Oct 16, 2020
Founders Community Center
140 Oak Street, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Holiday Celebration, kids games, inflatable jumps, music, vendors $10 wristband
6-9PM
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Founders Community Center
140 Oak Street, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Holiday Celebration, kids games, inflatable jumps, music, vendors $10 wristband
6-9PM
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HALLOWEEN PARADE & PARTY
Oct 22, 2020
Palos Park Recreation Center
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
Boys and ghouls of all ages are welcome to join us on the Village Green for our annual outdoor, judged costume parade. We will move into the gym following the parade for a night for fun games, surprises, crafts, and more. Admission $3-5
6PM Check in for Parade; 6:15 Parade begins; 6:30 Games and crafts
Visit Website $ h p s
Palos Park Recreation Center
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
Boys and ghouls of all ages are welcome to join us on the Village Green for our annual outdoor, judged costume parade. We will move into the gym following the parade for a night for fun games, surprises, crafts, and more. Admission $3-5
6PM Check in for Parade; 6:15 Parade begins; 6:30 Games and crafts
Visit Website $ h p s
TRUNK OR TREAT
Oct 24, 2020
Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
10AM-12PM
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Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
10AM-12PM
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TRUNK OR TREAT
Oct 24, 2020
Heritage Park
14240 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL
708-301-0632
Drop by for a free afternoon of trick-or-treating in our safe, family-friendly environment. Wear your costumes and meander our decorated, candy-filled vehicle trunks.
3-5PM
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Heritage Park
14240 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL
708-301-0632
Drop by for a free afternoon of trick-or-treating in our safe, family-friendly environment. Wear your costumes and meander our decorated, candy-filled vehicle trunks.
3-5PM
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DOWNTOWN TINLEY BOO BASH
Oct 25, 2020
Oak Park Avenue Train Station
174th & Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
The annual Boo Bash includes spooky hayrides, games, crafts, DJ entertainment, costume contest, and much more. Food and beverages are available.
12-3PM
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Oak Park Avenue Train Station
174th & Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
The annual Boo Bash includes spooky hayrides, games, crafts, DJ entertainment, costume contest, and much more. Food and beverages are available.
12-3PM
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COUNTRY CLUB HILLS AUTUMN FESTIVAL & HAUNTED TRAIL
Oct 31, 2020
Country Club Hills Theater Campus
4116 West 183rd Street, Country Club Hills, IL
708-798-2616
Fee includes; our famous Haunted Trail opens dusk until 8pm, kids costume contest 6:00pm-7:00pm, trick or treat commissions at the pavilion 5:00pm-7:00pm ,face painting, goodies and more. $2
5-8PM
Visit Website $ d f h o
Country Club Hills Theater Campus
4116 West 183rd Street, Country Club Hills, IL
708-798-2616
Fee includes; our famous Haunted Trail opens dusk until 8pm, kids costume contest 6:00pm-7:00pm, trick or treat commissions at the pavilion 5:00pm-7:00pm ,face painting, goodies and more. $2
5-8PM
Visit Website $ d f h o
BENGTSON'S PUMPKIN FARM
Nov 1, 2020 - Nov 2, 2020
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
STEP BACK INTO A 1950s HALLOWEEN EXHIBIT
Nov 4, 2020
1950s Park Forest House Museum
St. Mary's Church, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30PM or by appointment
Visit Website $ c d h
1950s Park Forest House Museum
St. Mary's Church, 227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30PM or by appointment
Visit Website $ c d h
LIGHTING OF THE GREEN
Dec 3, 2020
Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
6:30PM
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Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
6:30PM
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COUNTRY CLUB HILLS ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING AND SANTA'S VISIT
Dec 5, 2020
Country Club Hills Theater
4116 West 183rd Street, Country Club Hills, IL
708-798-2616
Hot Cocoa & Cookies , Picture with Ms. Clause and Santa, Christmas crafts, face painting, special give-a-ways and more.
3-5PM
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Country Club Hills Theater
4116 West 183rd Street, Country Club Hills, IL
708-798-2616
Hot Cocoa & Cookies , Picture with Ms. Clause and Santa, Christmas crafts, face painting, special give-a-ways and more.
3-5PM
Visit Website d h
WINTER WALK
Dec 12, 2020
Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
708-534-4021
Saturday, December 12, 2020 Winter Walk/Empty Bowls/Holiday Party Handmade ceramic bowls for purchase just in time for holiday gift-giving. Proceeds go to GSU’s Student Food Pantry. Complimentary wine, hors d’oeuvres and holiday cheer! 2 – 5 p.m. At the Nate RSVP requested (sdenault@govst.edu) Walk-in’s welcome Rain or Shine! An indoor alternative is planned in case of inclement weather
2-5PM
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Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
708-534-4021
Saturday, December 12, 2020 Winter Walk/Empty Bowls/Holiday Party Handmade ceramic bowls for purchase just in time for holiday gift-giving. Proceeds go to GSU’s Student Food Pantry. Complimentary wine, hors d’oeuvres and holiday cheer! 2 – 5 p.m. At the Nate RSVP requested (sdenault@govst.edu) Walk-in’s welcome Rain or Shine! An indoor alternative is planned in case of inclement weather
2-5PM
Visit Website c d h o
REINDEER ON THE GREEN
Dec 12, 2020
Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Bring the kids to meet real live reindeer! Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies around a nice warm bonfire.
12-2PM
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Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Bring the kids to meet real live reindeer! Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies around a nice warm bonfire.
12-2PM
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