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Past events from Chicago family events.
Long Grove Apple FestSun Sep 27 2026, 10am to 6pm$7145 Old McHenry Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047Apple harvest festival with orchard treats, live music, kids' activities, and artisan vendors. $7 per day; children 12 and younger are free.longgrove.org
Cantigny Fall FestSun Sep 27 2026, 10am to 4pmCantigny Park, Wheaton, IL 60189Fall festival with family crafts, bounce houses, a petting zoo, live music, and a market on Cantigny's grounds. $21 per-car parking.cantigny.org
OaktoberfestSat Sep 26 2026, 12 to 10pmFree155 N Marion St, Oak Park, IL 60301Oak Park's free fall festival on Marion Street with live music, food vendors, and family activities. The Kids Root Beer Garden runs Saturday, noon to 5 PM.oaktoberfest.net
Brookfield Zoo Hispanic Heritage FestSat Sep 26 2026, 10am to 6pm3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL 60513Live music and cultural performances celebrating Hispanic heritage, included with zoo admission at Brookfield Zoo Chicago.brookfieldzoo.org
Harvest Fest at Fischer FarmSat Sep 26 2026, 12 to 5pmFreeFischer Farm, Bensenville, ILFree-admission harvest festival at the historic Fischer Farm with family activities and seasonal fun. Food and some activities use paid tickets.bvilleparks.org
Swedish American Museum Late NightFri Sep 25 2026, 4 to 7pmFree5211 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640Free late-night admission to the Swedish American Museum and the Brunk Children's Museum of Immigration, 4 to 7 PM.swedishamericanmuseum.org
Kids Free Day at Chicago Children's MuseumFri Sep 25 2026, 10am to 5pm700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, ILAll children age 17 and younger get free admission to the Chicago Children's Museum at Navy Pier, 10 AM to 5 PM. Adult admission applies; check the source for current adult pricing.navypier.org
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