Name: Adult Gingerbread House Decorating
Start: 2026-12-08T18:00:00-06:00
Location: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center

This adults-only experience swaps perfection for personality, with quirky themes, unexpected toppings and plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you craft a candy-coated dream home or a hilariously chaotic masterpiece, it’s all about letting loose, getting a little messy and enjoying the sweet side of creativity.

Local Event: Adult Gingerbread House Decorating

Cook County

Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Tinley Park

Illinois

Adult Gingerbread House Decorating

This adults-only experience swaps perfection for personality, with quirky themes, unexpected toppings and plenty of laughs...

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Join Usui Reiki Master Teacher Karen Douglas to explore the beauty and energy of popular crystals and learn how they can support you in everyday life. For $30, this session includes five crystals for you to take home: Clear Quartz, Amethyst, Black Tourmaline, Rose Quartz, and Citrine.

Local Event: Crystal Basics: An Introduction to the Energy of Crystals

Crystal Basics: An Introduction to the Energy...

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The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to you on Friday, October 23rd--and this time, we're delivering to your home! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust. We also have thin crust pies, garlic bread, and cheesy garlic bread on the menu this time around for delivery, so indulge! Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Wednesday at the latest! But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because there are only 50 spots available.
Home delivery will take place between 2:30 - 6:00pm.View menu + order: <a href="https://dwell.social/4jSi1jh" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://dwell.social/4jSi1jh</a>

Local Event: Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's delivered! Order by noon Wednesday.

Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to you on Friday, October 23rd--and this time, we're delivering...

Everyone's favorite Chicago-style pizza from Pequod's delivered! Order by noon Wednesday.

Tinley Park Convention Center

Homeowners! Get Ready! The massive Chicago Home Show returns to the awesome Tinley Park Convention Center with FREE ADMISSION and FREE PARKING!
Set your reminders for Oct. 24th &amp; 25th, Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm, for EASILY the largest and most popular home improvement event in the entire South Suburban area!
Discover how improving YOUR home CAN be Easy, Fun AND AFFORDABLE with just ONE visit to this hugely popular event!
This year’s event will be amazing with over 100 businesses in a massive 45,000 square foot expo center, so be sure to save the date and set your reminders so you don’t miss it!
Thousands of motivated and savvy homeowners like you will once again attend this great event to find the ultimate in savings and convenience and find inspiration and the perfect person to help you with your upcoming projects! It’s literally One-Stop-Shopping for Home Improvements!
This great event will offer a vast array of home-related exhibits and displays, highlighting the latest home improvement products and services with the freshest ideas in remodeling, repairing and beautifying ANY home with projects big and small!
This show is also your best opportunity to meet and speak with friendly local and national experts who are eager to help you with ALL of your home improvement projects and questions.
You'll find it all, from new, energy-efficient windows, siding and roofing to stylish, trendy kitchens, classy bathrooms and showers, finished basements and incredible room additions.
Treat your family to a stunning upgrade to the look and feel of entire rooms with new hardwood flooring, carpeting, tile, painting, trim, window treatments and decor!
Boost curb appeal with new landscaping, decorative pavers and outdoor accents and then green it all up with expert lawn and property maintenance services! You’ll even see the latest tech in robotic lawn mowers! Pretty Cool. 😊
Save on energy costs with solar power systems and whole-house battery systems, and take hours of showers with a hi-tech tankless water heater! And don't forget to keep it comfortable year-round with the latest in heating, air conditioning, split-zone, heat pump and whole-house fan systems!
Find the ultimate in fun and relaxation and be the backyard envy of the neighborhood with a new composite or wood deck, a trendy pergola, a welcoming gazebo and cook up the BEST parties with your new outdoor kitchen! Then relax and get bubbly in your NEW Hot Tub or Spa without breaking the bank at the awesome Hot Tub Sale!
After an awesome day, you can chill out and relax in your exclusive full-body massage chair before you slide into your luxurious new adjustable bed with a luxurious, quality mattress, super soft sheets and quality pillows for a perfect night's sleep . ALL with BIG Savings &amp; Exclusive Show Specials!
You’ll see loads of other fun and exciting live demonstrations of one-of-a-kind products for you and your home, enjoy tasty treats, gourmet bites and artisan baked items from one of the many food vendors in the show .... and so much more, all weekend long!
From interiors to exteriors and décor to outdoor, we’re here to make your home improvement projects EASY, REWARDING and FUN!
And be sure to enter for your chance to WIN a “Week in Paradise” with a Free Vacation to the beautiful island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands!
This is just the beginning! Of course, if you’re planning ANY home improvements this year, our events are the best place to invest your time. But our shows are not only about improving your home.
As a local, family-owned and operated company for over two decades with hundreds of home shows under our belt, we work hard every year to deliver quality, diversified and fun events that help you enhance your lifestyle as well as the day to day “LIFE EXPERIENCE” for you and your family. That’s what we’re all about. 😊
Set your reminders for this amazing event, because with thousands of products, services and fresh ideas showcased at this grand event, you can be sure you’ll find the best solutions for all of your home improvement needs all under one roof . . . at the ONLY event of its kind serving the area!
The Chicago Home Show will once again be hosted at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park IL 60477.
This great event is open to the public on October 24th &amp; 25th, Saturday from 10am to 6pm and on Sunday from 10am to 4pm with Free Admission and Free Parking all weekend long!
For more details on attending or exhibiting, visit <a href="https://www.TinleyParkShow.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">TinleyParkShow.com</a> or call or TEXT us 630-953-2500

Local Event: HUGE, FREE HOME SHOW Returns to Tinley Park on Oct. 24th & 25th!

HUGE, FREE HOME SHOW Returns to Tinley Park on...

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Tinley Park Performing Arts Center

Remember the experience of turning down the lights, huddling under a blanket and watching an old monster movie? Ever tell ghost stories by candlelight? Or around a campfire? That spine-tingling experience is what Familiar Spirits recreates. William Pack performs a haunting show full of stories and ghostly occurrences. Experience an evening of supernatural theater where ghosts are so frightening real, the only relief is to scream.Show Start Times are 7pm and 9pm Rating: PG-13 Ticket Fee: $15

Local Event: Familiar Spirits: A Night of Supernatural Theater

Familiar Spirits: A Night of Supernatural Theater

Remember the experience of turning down the lights, huddling under a blanket and watching an old monster movie? Ever tell ghost...

Tinley Fitness Indoor Swimming Pool

Splashing around to spooky tunes, get ready for some pumpkin picking, treats, games and more! Pre-Registration is required. When black cat’s prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween. Come join us at Tinley Fitness for a spooky afternoon of plunging into our pumpkin patch pool. Splashing around to spooky tunes, get ready for some pumpkin picking, treats, games and more! Fees: $8 Adult / $18 Child

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