Festivals in Elgin, IL tonight and this week

107 listings in and around Elgin, IL, Wednesday, November 11 through Tuesday, November 17. Soonest: 70 Scenes of Halloween at The Classic Theater (Tuesday 8 p.m.); Historic Route 66 @ 100: North Lawndale Grand Opening Celebration at Historic Route 66 @ 100 Visitor Information Station CTA Central Park Pink Line Station (Wednesday 7 a.m.); SUNLIGHT TO SUN DOWN DAY HOLIDAY PARTY at Bernices Barbeque Bar & Grill (Wednesday 9 a.m.); Wintrust Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier Chicago (Wednesday 10 a.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.

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11/11–11/17

Elgin, IL · Central Time

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The Classic Theater, 72 East 11th Street, Chicago, IL 60605

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8 p.m. Central Time

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A Route 66 centennial-themed pop-up with games, merch, books, and tours in North Lawndale.

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Historic Route 66 @ 100 Visitor Information Station CTA Central Park Pink Line Station, 1915 S. Central Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60623

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time

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9 a.m.–4 p.m. Central Time

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An all-day party with music and drinks from first light to last call.

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Bernices Barbeque Bar & Grill, 17520 Kedzie Avenue, Hazel Crest, IL 60429

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m. Central Time

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Wintrust Winter WonderFest: an indoor holiday experience with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating and seasonal fun for all ages.

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Navy Pier Chicago, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time

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10:30 a.m. Central Time

Storypalooza

Edgewater BranchChicago, IL34 mi

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Storypalooza: story time with Mr. Chris, with songs, rhymes, books and music, then open play. For kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers.

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Edgewater Branch, 6000 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 10:30 a.m. Central Time

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12 p.m.–3 p.m. Central Time

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Rock Valley College

Main Campus – SSC Atrium, Rock Valley College, 3301 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL 61114

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time

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12:15 p.m. Central Time

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A celebration at the Scott Jacobson Community Arts Center honoring veterans for their service.

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Scott Jacobson Community Arts Center, 225 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 12:15 p.m. Central Time

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1 p.m.–2 p.m. Central Time

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A Veterans Day celebration honoring veterans with an afternoon of gratitude, fellowship and remembrance, with light snacks.

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Worth Public Library District, 6917 W 111th St, Worth, IL 60482

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time

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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time

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A roundtable and social for AI founders, with conversation and in-person mingling before Thanksgiving.

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Colvin House, 5940 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60660

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time

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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time

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WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?, a Black Harvest Film Festival screening of stories about lives in transition, personal decisions and unexpected encounters. $15.50.

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Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time

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A holiday party to start the season at The Aesthetic Drop.

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Venue at 120 W Vallette St, 120 West Vallette Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time

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11:11 Night to Manifest, an exclusive first look at The Book & The Residence supporting Alderman Walter Red Burnett, with live art, music, food, cocktails and an anonymous manifestation wall.

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The Book & The Residence, 1300 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60642

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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TO KNOW HER IS TO LOVE HER, a Black Harvest Film Festival screening centering the interior lives of Black women and femmes through stories of motherhood. $15.50.

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Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time

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A Christmas porch goose painting workshop: paint your own 15" ceramic goose in Christmas colors, your own design or Grinch-inspired. Includes the goose and studio fee; $25 deposit.

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Arts On Fire, 217 E South St, Plano, IL 60545

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time

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6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

Celebrate Our Wins!

Dovetail BreweryChicago, IL34 mi

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Celebrate Our Wins at Dovetail Brewery in Chicago, Illinois.

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Dovetail Brewery, 1800 West Belle Plaine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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7 p.m. Central Time

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Runs across the dates shown. A drunk retelling of "A Christmas Carol" in Chicago.

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The Lion Theater in Chicago, 182 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7 p.m. Central Time

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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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A staging of Little Shop of Horrors by Porchlight Music Theatre, a Tony Award-winning musical that has delighted audiences for more than four decades.

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Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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Little Shop of Horrors at Porchlight Music Theatre at Biograph Theater in Chicago, Illinois.

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Biograph Theater, 2433 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Central Time

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FRANK CATALANO Celebrates Eddie Harris at FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB in Berwyn, Illinois.

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Fitzgerald’s Nightclub, 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn, IL 60402

Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Central Time

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Veterans celebration honoring local veterans.

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The Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–1 p.m. Central Time

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A free senior expo at the Patty Turner Center to connect with local organizations.

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Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm Street, Deerfield, IL 60015

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m. Central Time

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Wintrust Winter WonderFest: an indoor holiday experience with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating and seasonal fun for all ages.

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Navy Pier Chicago, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time

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3 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time

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The grand opening for the Wu Group at Nexa Mortgage, a night of jazz and tacos capped by a ribbon cutting.

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Nexa Mortgage Wu Group, 641A N York Rd, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time

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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time

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DREAMS IN NIGHTMARES, a Black Harvest Film Festival screening following three estranged childhood friends on an impromptu road trip across America. $15.50.

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Gene Siskel Film Center, 164 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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Celebrate 100 years of Route 66 with an evening of art, history, stories and live music at the Gaylord Building.

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Gaylord Building, 200 West 8th Street, Second Floor Banquet Room, Lockport, IL 60441

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time

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SBAC Advocacy Awards Celebration in Chicago.

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Ovation, 2324 W. Fulton St., Chicago, IL 60612

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Central Time

Advocacy Awards Celebration

OvationChicago, IL35 mi

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The Small Business Advocacy Council honors leaders, policymakers and business advocates who keep small business moving forward.

  • Price: $150

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Ovation, 2324 W. Fulton St., Chicago, IL 60612

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Central Time

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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time

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A painting event for your own ceramic lighted Christmas tree, an heirloom to keep for the holidays.

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Plano, 217 E South St, Plano, IL 60545

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time

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6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time

Oktoberfest

Happy Camper WrigleyvilleChicago, IL35 mi

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GLASA’s Young Professionals Board hosts this annual Oktoberfest.

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Happy Camper Wrigleyville, 3458 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time

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6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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Comedian Donnell Rawlings on his Black & Mild Tour, part of the 312 Comedy Festival.

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Park West, 322 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time

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Runs across the dates shown. A drunk retelling of "A Christmas Carol" in Chicago.

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The Lion Theater in Chicago, 182 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time

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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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A staging of Little Shop of Horrors by Porchlight Music Theatre, a Tony Award-winning musical that has delighted audiences for more than four decades.

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Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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Little Shop of Horrors at Porchlight Music Theatre at Biograph Theater in Chicago, Illinois.

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Biograph Theater, 2433 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Central Time

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A beginner-friendly Christmas class making a set of holiday placemats, which can dress up your home or become handmade gifts.

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The Quilter's Trunk, 10352 S. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643

Friday, November 13, 2026, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m. Central Time

Fall Fest

Lincoln Park ZooChicago, IL36 mi

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Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, founded in 1868, is an accredited arboretum and botanic garden. Its fall festival brings haunted tours and rides.

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Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time

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  • ArrivingLincoln Park Zoo admission is free every day, no reservation required. If you would like to rent an ECV, you are encouraged to enter through the East Gate.From lpzoo.org · lpzoo.org, Oct 24, 2026

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Runs across the dates shown. A Chicago fall expo featuring vendors, artisans and trades.

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Venue at 331 E Randolph St, 331 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601

Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time

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10 a.m. Central Time

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Wintrust Winter WonderFest: an indoor holiday experience with dazzling décor, thrilling rides, ice skating and seasonal fun for all ages.

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Navy Pier Chicago, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Friday, November 13, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time

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11 a.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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The annual Fall Fest at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church.

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Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Libertyville, 1400 N. O'Plaine Road, Libertyville, IL 60048

Friday, November 13, 2026, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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3 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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The front restaurant at White Deer Run now hosts private events for up to 195 guests, unveiled at a grand opening.

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White Deer Run Golf Club, 250 West Gregg's Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL

Friday, November 13, 2026, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Central Time

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Little Shop of Horrors, in which a down-on-his-luck floral assistant discovers an exotic plant with a craving for human flesh.

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Porchlight Music Theater, 2433 N Lincoln Ave, CHICAGO, IL 60614

Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time

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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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Open studios at the School of Visual Arts, with Fine Art and Photography studios and student artists to meet.

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Columbia College Chicago Art and Art History - Department BFA Studios, 1104 S. Wabash Ave., Basement, Chicago, IL 60605

Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Central Time

Thanksgiving Coasters

Main LibraryWheeling, IL21 mi

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A class where you laser-etch a Thanksgiving design onto a custom coaster.

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Main Library, 355 Schoenbeck Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090

Friday, November 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Central Time

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Music Moves Chicago's Future Folk Festival, free concerts with Eva Supreme's Hymns Reimagined, Praise Mother Squad and Duane Powell.

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Douglass, 1401 S. Sacramento Dr., Chicago, IL 60623

Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Central Time

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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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A festival of folk music in partnership with Old Town School of Folk Music, built around Eva Supreme's Hymns Reimagined alongside PRAISE MOTHER SQUAD and Duane Powell.

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Douglass, 1401 S. Sacramento Dr., Chicago, IL 60623

Friday, November 13, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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6:45 p.m.–11 p.m. Central Time

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A party on a three-level indoor and outdoor yacht in Chicago, with DJ Nehpets as special guest.

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Burnham Harbor S Dock - Anita Dee 2 - Temporary Docking Area, 1559 S Lakeshore drive, Chicago, IL 60601

Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:45 p.m. to 11 p.m. Central Time

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7 p.m.–10 p.m. Central Time

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CDE presents Copasetic Vibrations: A Music Festival, opening its 2026 – 2027 season.

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Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble, 1650 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time

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7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Central Time

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Runs across the dates shown. A drunk retelling of "A Christmas Carol" in Chicago.

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The Lion Theater in Chicago, 182 North Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601

Friday, November 13, 2026, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Central Time

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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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Little Shop of Horrors at Porchlight Music Theatre in Chicago.

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Biograph Theater, 2433 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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A staging of Little Shop of Horrors by Porchlight Music Theatre, a Tony Award-winning musical that has delighted audiences for more than four decades.

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Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

Friday, November 13, 2026, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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8 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Central Time

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Aguijón Theater's I.A. Inteligencia Actoral by Flavio González Mello, directed by Marcela Muñoz, part of the 9th Chicago International Latino Theater Festival.

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Aguijón Theater, 2707 N. Laramie Ave., Chicago, IL 60639

Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Central Time

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A late-fall trail running festival with distances from a 10K up to a 60K, the newest addition. Races follow single and double-track trails through the woods and gravel around the historic Lemont Quarries and I&M Canal.

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The Forge Adventure Park and Ziplines, 227 Heritage Quarries Drive, Lemont, IL 60439

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 7:15 a.m. Central Time

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8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Central Time

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A celebration of the French horn at UW-Whitewater's fall festival.

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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

UW-Whitewater - Whitewater Campus, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, 800 W Main St, Whitewater, WI 53190

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time

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9 a.m.–3 p.m. Central Time

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The Elgin Green Expo, themed The Great Fox Reimagined, looks at the Fox River's shift from an overworked industrial channel to a protected source of drinking water and recreation.

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Edward Schock Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time

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9 a.m.–3 p.m. Central Time

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Volunteers help prepare and plate a four-course birthday luncheon for local seniors, and no experience is needed. Shifts include a free family meal with the chef and other volunteers.

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Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly (LBFE), Chicago, 355 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–4 p.m. Central Time

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A Thanksgiving grilling class led by Weber Grill Masters Dustin Green and Jason Pruitt, with Dr. Michael Cressman of The Ohio State University.

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Venue at 1415 S Roselle Rd, 1415 South Roselle Road, Palatine, IL 60067

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m.–12 p.m. Central Time

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A painting event for your own ceramic lighted Christmas tree, an heirloom to keep for the holidays.

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Plano, 217 E South St, Plano, IL 60545

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time

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10 a.m. Central Time

Fall Fest

Lincoln Park ZooChicago, IL36 mi

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Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, founded in 1868, is an accredited arboretum and botanic garden. Its fall festival brings haunted tours and rides.

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Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. Central Time

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  • ParkingZoo members receive discounted or free parking benefits!From lpzoo.org, Oct 24, 2026
  • ArrivingLincoln Park Zoo admission is free every day, no reservation required. If you would like to rent an ECV, you are encouraged to enter through the East Gate.From lpzoo.org · lpzoo.org, Oct 24, 2026

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10 a.m.–4 p.m. Central Time

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A paper loop sunflower craft you can make at the branch or take home to finish later. Available while supplies last, for ages 3 and up.

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Canaryville Branch, 642 W. 43rd Street, Chicago, IL 60609

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time

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11 a.m.–2 p.m. Central Time

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Two water lab sessions led by the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry at the Elgin Green Expo.

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The Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central Time

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11 a.m.–8 p.m. Central Time

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The annual Fall Fest at Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church.

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Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Libertyville, 1400 N. O'Plaine Road, Libertyville, IL 60048

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time

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