During this first official weekend of fall, browse artwork at two expos, stop by two family-friendly festivals, or visit the Illinois Holocaust Museum for their newest exhibit.
EXPO CHICAGO
Sept. 22-25
Chicago
For the fifth year, EXPO CHICAGO, or the International Exposition of Contemporary & Modern Art, will present art from around the world at Navy Pier. Find a complete schedule of programs and preview the expo online here.
Harvest & Harmony Fest
Sept. 23-24
Highland Park
In addition to live music and family-friendly activities, this free festival will feature food and drink from Honey’s Hot Chicken, Ravinia Brewing Company, Real Urban Barbecue and more. Make It Better is a proud media sponsor of this event.
American Craft Exposition
Sept. 23-25
Glencoe
The 32nd Annual American Craft Exposition will kick off at Chicago Botanic Garden with a preview party Sept. 22. Visit all weekend long to find one-of-a-kind creations from more than 140 artisans. Proceeds will benefit pharmacogenomics research at NorthShore University HealthSystem.
Passport Europe Festival
Sept. 24-25
Lisle
Travel to Europe without the long flight. This Morton Arboretum festival will feature live music, dance, storytelling, vendors selling European goods, and European food and drink.
Women Hold Up Half the Sky
Opens Sept. 25
Skokie
This exhibit presented by the Illinois Holocaust Museum and YWCA Evanston/North Shore will tell stories of women around the world doing incredible things and help visitors make an impact themselves. Read more about the exhibit here.
Bonus:
- Dine and give back! Purchase a mocha shake at M Burger in Skokie through the end of the month and the restaurant will give $1 to Misericordia.
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