Stroll and Sip Cider Along Fox River Friday

ST. CHARLES, IL -- Area residents will get the chance to stroll along the Fox River while trying different samples of hard cider during a St. Charles Park District event this week. The Sunset Cider Stroll will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sept. 21 and is an adults-only event. The relaxing night is meant to celebrate the autumn equinox.

The evening will begin by checking in at The Wine Exchange, 1 Illinois St., between 5 to 6pm. After tasting a few seasonal wine varieties, you can stop at LUX Dance Studio for entertaining demonstrations. Then, begin the 2.25-mile leisurely stroll, heading south along the Bob Leonard Walkway, winding under the Prairie Street bridge and into Mt. St. Mary Park, according to a St. Charles Park District press release.

Along the way, you’ll have an opportunity to stop and sample four different types of hard cider and seasonal snack items from local businesses, such as Kimmer’s Ice Cream and Brunch Café.

“This event allows adults to get some light exercise and see the scenic trails along the Fox River,” said Jen Bruggeman, Assistant Superintendent of Recreation. “We hope it’s a fun night out with adults to enjoy the fall weather and beautiful scenery St. Charles has to offer.”

Signage and a map will direct participants. The fee for the Sunset Cider Stroll is $20 for residents by registering at www.stcparks.org; and $30 for nonresidents by registering at https://sunsetciderstroll.eventbrite.com.

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