Name: Fall Food Drive
Start: 2026-10-19T09:00:00-05:00
Location: Lens N Specs

Lens N Specs

Help local families this season! Starting October 19 and running through November, drop off canned goods, non-perishable food, hygiene items, or grocery gift cards at Lens N Specs — everything goes straight to neighborhood food pantries.
Every donor will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win some really great prizes!

Local Event: Fall Food Drive

Cook County

Cook

Schaumburg

Illinois

Fall Food Drive

Help local families this season! Starting October 19 and running through November, drop off canned goods, non-perishable food,...

The midway returns to Wintrust Field for three weekends of rides, games, carnival food and House of Creeps.Visit during the day for family-friendly carnival fun, or come after dark when the midway lights turn on and the Creeps begin roaming the stadium grounds.DATES October 16–18 October 23–25 October 28–31 WHAT’S HAPPENING • Carnival rides and midway games by Fantasy Amusement • House of Creeps haunted attraction • Kids Hours with a lights-on scavenger hunt • Blackout Nights on October 28 and 29 • Halloween trick-or-treating on October 31 • Food and Drink ADMISSION Entrance to the carnival is free. Ride tickets and wristbands are sold separately.House of Creeps requires a separate ticket. Regular evening sessions are recommended for ages 13 and older. Kids Hours offer a daytime, actor-free version for younger guests.PARKING $5 per vehicleLOCATION Wintrust Field 1999 S. Springinsguth Road Schaumburg, IL 60193 Full schedule and event information: <a href="https://schaumburghalloween.com/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFFMU9vR2RRSUVGdkhlVktWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHheVkt9AT339pzvbLYDveV1wLOdcRdsPiiiXq_T9ApRs3qmnRGOp2kZFY8cd_aem_DC5cW8nXQKxz-HcO8H1Y_Q" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">schaumburghalloween.com</a><a href="https://schaumburghalloween.com/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFFMU9vR2RRSUVGdkhlVktWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHheVkt9AT339pzvbLYDveV1wLOdcRdsPiiiXq_T9ApRs3qmnRGOp2kZFY8cd_aem_DC5cW8nXQKxz-HcO8H1Y_Q" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>House of Creeps tickets: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fhouseofcreeps.fearticket.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFFMU9vR2RRSUVGdkhlVktWc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnimud9ecfzLLAs6skNDDwsJb0QPqZdCXNFeq3C9PP9S83TlhAjHeXDX2oXA_aem_sHFqWMVFVIFXZZz66wosEg&amp;h=AUCSlROzA-OuvmSYB_jWsN9nHCpsrCpWdMVknJOB-JmFnzODuwxEQb6A242WTFUGtJQCMZA66PuodpcY_jDElfgdlD2iyu6N9y1te2-_YDuWwlNDOUB9baNpqBkXTO_vunCpbhF3uqGtQQM3p9U&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUChBdszt8RKcTcxJtixyPSHvGYHg5Rx1qdcPr8JUVnhvM-T9bki-P6-Ut8zNseF9tg4kPIqg1no5x_jjDl3EjAns0mEBplXII7Dw-t8eQDgiJgMJiHC464ICZKX0bzBoCf7dyG4qB-PIpWE3HWswS6Os5YiXMCD-L0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">houseofcreeps.fearticket.com</a>

Local Event: Schaumbug Halloween

Schaumbug Halloween

The midway returns to Wintrust Field for three weekends of rides, games, carnival food and House of Creeps.Visit during the day...

Parker Players Theater Company

Parker Players Theater Company Presents The Roommate by Jen Silverman
What happens when the person who moves into your spare bedroom opens the door to an entirely different life?
Parker Players Theater Company presents Jen Silverman’s The Roommate, a sharp, funny and unexpectedly moving comedy about friendship, identity and the possibility of starting over—at any age.
Sharon is recently divorced, living alone in Iowa and wondering what comes next. Enter Robyn, her new roommate: mysterious, unconventional and carrying a past that is decidedly more colorful than Sharon’s. As the two women become fascinated by each other’s lives, their unlikely friendship begins to challenge everything they thought they knew about themselves.
Sharon has spent a lifetime doing what was expected of her. Robyn has spent hers breaking rules and reinventing herself. But as each woman begins trying on pieces of the other’s world, The Roommate
asks a provocative question: Are we defined by who we say we are—or by what we choose to do next?
Directed by Kurt Naebig and starring Barrington residents Ann Field and Jennifer McHugh, The Roommate is an intimate, entertaining two-woman play filled with humor, surprises and genuine heart.
For anyone who has ever looked at their life and wondered, “What if I’m not finished becoming who I want to be?”
The Roommate opens October 16 and runs through November 8. All performances at The Parker Players Theater: 540 W Northwest Hwy Barrington 60010. Tickets on sale now via link to website (click 'more).

Local Event: The Roommate 

Lake County

Barrington

The Roommate 

Parker Players Theater Company Presents The Roommate by Jen Silverman
What happens when the person who moves into your spare...

Chicago Marriott Schaumburg

From October 16-17, 2026 - The Chicago Marriott Schaumburg Hotel will host an extensive display of miniature sculptures, a vendor area, auction, and educational “how to” sessions presented by The Military Miniature Society of Illinois at their 50th annual show. 
This visually stunning event attracts hundreds of people of all ages from all over the USA and internationally who are interested in viewing and creating miniature artwork like the many pieces that will be on display. Consider sharing this event with the public through your medium. Feel free to contact our press office if you have any questions or would like to see the event first hand. We would be very happy to make those arrangements during our set up night or the day of the show or meet with some of our artists beforehand. Now more about the show… 
The non-profit MMSI’s annual event at the Chicago Marriott Schaumburg Hotel (50 Martingale Road in Schaumburg, Illinois 60173), will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday October 17 (and also 3-8 p.m. on Friday October 16). Adult admission is $10 per person, and is free for children under 12 or active military providing proper identification. 
Considered as one of the top-level exhibitions of painted miniature sculptures in the world, visitors will see many examples of this broad and diverse art form of realistic sculpted and painted miniatures which range in size from under one inch to over twelve inches high. The artists’ work represents a wide range of historical periods from ancient to modern times and includes military, sports, science fiction, movies, fantasy and other subjects. Those submitting their work for competition will be ranging from youngsters and adult amateur hobbyists through world renowned professional artists whose work may be painted from commercially available kits, conversions, or original sculptures.
For more about the show and the MMSI (Military Miniature Society of Illinois) please visit the website: military-miniature-society-of-Illinois.com
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Local Event: 51st MMSI Show of Miniature Figures & Models

51st MMSI Show of Miniature Figures & Models

From October 16-17, 2026 - The Chicago Marriott Schaumburg Hotel will host an extensive display of miniature sculptures, a...

North School Park, 307 N. Evergreen Ave. Arlington Heights, IL, 60004

Join northwest suburban residents and local pro-democracy groups for the "No Kings Vote Early" rally and Democracy Fair—part of a massive nationwide mobilization of over 2,300 coordinated events taking place on the same day.
This peaceful community gathering is for anyone who wants to protect, celebrate, exercise, and proclaim our unalienable right to vote.&nbsp;Co-sponsored by 10 regional organizations, the afternoon offers a vibrant space for community connection, featuring a Democracy Fair packed with on-site resources and voter services provided by the League of Women Voters.Attendees can also enjoy poster-making and kids’ coloring stations, live folk music by Paul Budin, and participate in a fundraising drive supporting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
A powerful lineup of guest speakers will take the stage, including Illinois State Senator Karina Villa, ACLU of Illinois Director of Communications &amp; Public Policy Ed Yohnka, Gen Z podcaster and activist Ishaan Srivastava, and Clearbrook Director of Public Policy and Advocacy Jesse Rojo.
The event will include an organized community march to the polls, giving participants an opportunity to drop off mail-in ballots at a nearby early voting drop box.
Co-sponsored by Indivisible Elk Grove Township, Indivisible Illinois, Indivisible Niles-Maine Township, Indivisible NWSOFA, Elk Grove Township Democrats, Wheeling Democrats, Young Democrats of Wheeling Township, Hands off Wheeling, and Common Defense.
This event is free, family-friendly, and open to all community members, friends, and pets. For more information or to RSVP, please visit <a href="https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1035712/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">mobilize.us/nokings/event/1035712/</a>

Local Event: NO KINGS VOTE EARLY (Arlington Heights)

Elk Grove Village

NO KINGS VOTE EARLY (Arlington Heights)

Join northwest suburban residents and local pro-democracy groups for the "No Kings Vote Early" rally and Democracy Fair—part of...

Good Templar Park Association

Don't miss the Final Weekend in 2026 to visit the World Famous 1893 Viking Ship! Saturday October 17 and Sunday, October 18.Our beautiful, full sized, 78 foot recreated Viking ship was based on an ancient 1000 year old excavated ship. Hand built in Norway in 1893, our ship was sailed by a hardy crew of 12 adventurers non-stop across the entire stormy North Atlantic, to become a star attraction of the 1893 Chicago World's Columbian Exposition of 1893.Hear its exciting story, admire its dramatic beauty, and learn the secrets of the ancient Viking ship builders. Enjoy our hands-on displays of recreated Viking tools, weapons, jewelry, equipment and period images. Enjoy browsing the selection of distinctive and affordable items in our gift ship.&nbsp;Ship opens at 10 AM both Saturday and Sunday. Last tour starts at 3:45 PM. Tours by our friendly and knowledgeable guides start every 15 minutes; no reservations are needed.&nbsp; Still just $7 adults, $4 teens 13-17, FREE 12 and under.For more information, visit www.vikingship.usNote: The ship is in a gravel floored shelter. No flush toilets on site.

Local Event: The VIKINGS are Coming...and GOING!

Kane County

St. Charles

The VIKINGS are Coming...and GOING!

Don't miss the Final Weekend in 2026 to visit the World Famous 1893 Viking Ship! Saturday October 17 and Sunday, October 18.Our...

Schweikher House

Join us for an intimate solo piano concert in the historic Schweikher House living room, featuring Pianist John Bitoy!

Local Event: John Bitoy - Piano Salon Concert

John Bitoy - Piano Salon Concert

Join us for an intimate solo piano concert in the historic Schweikher House living room, featuring Pianist John Bitoy!


 Corner of Geneva & County Farm Roads in Winfield, IL

WINFIELD, IL – Get ready for a ghoulishly good time as Winfield businesses &amp; community groups present the annual Prairie Haunted Trail Community Trick and Treating event on Saturday October 31st from 12pm-4pm. This family-friendly Halloween extravaganza promises a fun safe event for community children to enjoy the holiday.

Event Details:
Date: October 31st 2026
Time: 12pm – 4pm
Location: Prairie Trail Shopping Center – Corner of Geneva &amp; Winfield Rd -Winfield, ILAdmission: FREE


Bring your families to enjoy FREE Face Painting, FREE Balloon Artist, FREE Live DJ, a FREE tractor pulled hayride, FREE Touch a Truck!
And Oh Yes, lots of FREEcandy and treats

Local Event: Prairie Haunted Trail Community Trick and Treating 

DuPage County

Carol Stream

Prairie Haunted Trail Community Trick and...

WINFIELD, IL – Get ready for a ghoulishly good time as Winfield businesses & community groups present the annual Prairie...

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