It’s the weekend before Halloween, but there are already plenty of family-friendly events to enjoy.
Make your way through a maze of children’s story-inspired rooms at a favorite Woman’s Club of Evanston event before stopping by Chicago Botanic Garden for tricks, treats and other seasonal goodies.
If you’re already looking ahead to the holiday season, start checking things off your shopping list with a fair benefitting the charitable works of the OLPH Women’s Club.
If you’re more of a last-minute shopper, enjoy a show this weekend. Don’t miss ComedySportz while it’s in the ‘burbs or Blue Man Group’s special performance benefitting Autism Speaks.
OLPH Holly Fair
Oct. 24
Glenview
Yes, it’s time to start thinking about holiday shopping. This event features more than 50 booths with high-quality goods, the Candy Cane Cafe, a cookie walk and more. You can even start your weekend early with Lady’s Night Thursday.
Fairy Tale Trail
Oct. 24-25
Evanston
This event is back to provide children with and without special needs a fun, non-frightening Halloween experience. New this year is the VIP Character Meet & Greet on Saturday with Elsa and Anna of “Frozen” fame, Winnie the Pooh, Captain America and other favorite characters.
ComedySportz
Oct. 25
Arlington Heights
Get ready to LOL with this show that pits an hilarious improv team against another. Whether you’ve been to ComedySportz before or not, you’re guaranteed to have a fun night out because the show is never the same twice.
HallowFest
Oct. 25-26
Glencoe
You’ll find even more Halloween fun at Chicago Botanic Garden this weekend. Enjoy live pumpkin carving, fortune-telling, the Howlin’ Express, and a trip to the Model Railroad Garden, which will feature special ghost trains.
Blue Man Group Performance for Autism Speaks
Oct. 26
Chicago
Blue Man Group is partnering with Autism Speaks to give $5 from every ticket sold to the organization. The performance will also become autism-friendly with lower volume levels and a quiet area with beans bags and dim lights in the lobby.
Make A Difference Bonus:
- Join Mothers Trust Foundation for their annual Betty Bash Friday, Oct. 24 at Lake Forest College. Dine on delicious food from Authentico, Graffiti Grill, Market House and Francesca’s while participating in a silent auction. Proceeds will benefit the children of Lake County.
