This weekend in DuPage County, IL

The Lisle French Market returns larger than before, now doubled in size to offer a bigger lineup of vendors to discover. This open air farmers market encourages shopping local and supporting small businesses while enjoying the fresh air. Located in the Metra Parking Lot, it blends the French market traditions Chicagoland enjoys with the unique charm of Lisle. Visitors can discover new favorite vendors and reconnect with familiar faces at the stalls.

A French-inspired outdoor market with fresh produce, baked goods, and offerings from local retailers and community groups. The organizers emphasize quality and a fun, welcoming atmosphere.

The Rotary Club of Carol Stream will be cleaning along Gary Avenue and welcomes help from community members. Volunteer for a short time or stay for the full effort. Every extra set of hands helps keep Carol Stream looking its best. It is a simple way to give back and show community pride through teamwork.

Browse thousands of pre-loved books at a wide-ranging sale centered on spiritual, religious, and metaphysical topics. When the weather cooperates, the selection will be arranged under a tent outside the bookshop, with the sale moving indoors if it rains. Under the tent, most titles are priced from $1 to $5. Inside the shop, all used books are 50 percent off the already marked price. Payment options include cash, card, and tap. Bringing a tote is encouraged, and paper bags will be available.

Throw it back to the roots of reggaetón with a daytime brunch party that blends nostalgic beats and perreo with a festive brunch vibe. Enjoy a two hour, all you can eat buffet with two mimosas included while a live DJ spins old school favorites. A cash bar offers five dollar drink specials, and there are free raffles throughout. The energy keeps building with a reggaetón contest on the floor. Presale tickets are forty dollars, and tickets will also be available at the door.

Precision ABA presents an annual Halloween Spooktacular and resource fair that blends trick or treating with opportunities to discover community support. Children can visit treat stations hosted by Precision ABA and participating local organizations, play Halloween themed games, and collect prizes. Meanwhile, parents and caregivers can connect with groups that provide programs, services, and resources for children and families. Costumes are welcome but not required. This free event does not require registration and is open to everyone.

Clear out your craft room and discover new-to-you materials at a community swap focused on creative supplies. Bring usable items you no longer need and browse for fresh inspiration. Everything is free, and no donation is required to participate. New or gently used donations are accepted at the library in advance during normal library hours, and donors receive a ticket for early entry before general admission. Suggested items include fabric, sewing and embroidery thread and notions, paper crafting and scrapbooking materials such as rubber stamps, craft kits and instruction books, children’s craft kits and supplies, jewelry making materials, and yarn with hooks and needles, along with similar supplies. Any remaining items will be donated to a local organization.

An open play session at Ultimate Ninjas Academy designed for children ages 3 to 9 features bigger ninja challenges with help from an adult or a coach. Participants can try obstacles like monkey bars, trapeze bars, a rock wall, and the warped wall, along with many other TV-inspired elements presented in smaller, kid-friendly formats.

At The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, the Glass Pumpkin Patch showcases over eight thousand unique glass pumpkins. Visitors can watch live glassblowing and flameworking demonstrations, take in the autumn scenery, and browse glass pumpkins available for purchase. Access to the Glass Pumpkin Patch is included with general admission to the Arboretum.

This event brings together baseball and softball hitters for AHQ’s 1st Annual Home Run Derby, featuring age-adjusted distances that level the playing field. Entry is $50. The competition is open to all athletes and includes the chance to claim sizable prizes while showcasing power at the plate.

Festive Fall Festival 2026 offers refreshments, trunk-or-treat fun, games, and crafts for a cheerful autumn celebration. There is no cost to attend, and registration is available through the ticket link. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to West Suburban Community Pantry.

Get into the spooky spirit at The Game Show with a Halloween-themed evening filled with reptiles, insects, and other crawly critters. An interactive show puts these creatures in the spotlight, and all arcade games are set to unlimited free play throughout the event. Guests are welcome to wear costumes, and admission is $20.

Enjoy a family-friendly evening of paddling at Northside Park. Start with on-land instruction covering canoeing basics, then head onto the water for a guided outing where staff share insights about the area’s natural history and help you notice more about your surroundings. The fee covers one canoe for up to three people. All participants must register, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet by the canoe cabin at Northside Park. Cost is $33 per canoe for Wheaton residents and $42 per canoe for non-residents.

Guided by Virgo’s energy, this new moon gathering blends a deeply restorative sound bath with chakra balancing to support healing, purification, and alignment. It is part of a yearlong series devoted to intention setting, clearing stagnant energy, emotional renewal, and spiritual growth, with each month pairing a different healing practice with sound. This session welcomes both newcomers and experienced seekers, as well as anyone looking for steady grounding and alignment from month to month. Tickets are available at $40 for a single visit, with multi-event options including a 3-pack for $105, a 6-pack for $195, and a 12-month pass for $360. Attend once for a focused reset, or choose a package to continue the transformation over time.

West Coast Swing at Strut Dance Studio in Glen Ellyn, IL presents a themed night built around a set of short Swing Skillz mini workshops followed by social dancing. The series covers Solo Swing, Connection and Flow, Sit and Dip tips, and playful footwork, with instructors tying everything together so the material flows naturally on the dance floor. Music for the open dance is provided by DJ Trendsetta. Instruction is led by Brittney, Jessica, and Fiore. Admission includes both the workshops and the social. Pricing is $25, or choose a 5 Pack Open Dance Pass for $100 per person that can be used at any Strut social with no expiration. Those who want to eat beforehand will find nearby options in Baker Hill, including the newly opened Golden Walk a couple of doors away, Ellyn’s Tap and Grill, Taco Pros, Sarpino’s Pizza, and Pete’s Fresh Market with a hot food bar, drink bar, cafe, and gelato. First-time visitors to Strut are asked to complete the new participant waiver in advance to speed up check-in.

The Pisces installment of the 2026 New Moon Sound Healing Series offers a gentle reset through a blend of Reiki and immersive sound, with themes of intuition, compassion, and a flowing spiritual focus. Part of a yearlong journey focused on renewal, intention clarity, and meaningful inner change, this gathering is attuned to the New Moon and the zodiac energy of the month. Crystal singing bowls, chimes, and gongs create soothing frequencies that help the body unwind and the mind settle, opening space to plant fresh intentions with energetic support. The ceremony features a restorative sound bath, grounding practices, and guided intention setting within a calm, meditative environment aligned with cosmic rhythms. Reiki is the paired modality for this session, and the experience emphasizes personal energetic insights and inner clarity. Tickets are available as a single event for $40, a bundle of any three for $105, any six for $195, or a twelve event year pass for $360. This series is suited to those on a spiritual path, anyone seeking regular energetic resets, lovers of sound healing and New Moon rituals, and people looking for grounding, peace, connection, and clarity.

At The Piazza, The Boy Band Review delivers a playful showdown celebrating the biggest hits of Backstreet Boys and NSYNC. Expect favorites like I Want It That Way and Bye Bye Bye performed live in a head-to-head set packed with 90s pop energy. Attendees can lean into the nostalgia with 90s-inspired outfits and enjoy a lively atmosphere of singalongs and friendly dance-offs. The night spotlights a single question... which boy band comes out on top?

Facilitated by Yolanda Lozano, this session centers on ecstatic dance in a free-form style. There are no steps to learn, no partners needed, and the dance floor remains quiet. The music starts gently, swells into an energetic wave, then settles into a soft landing. It begins with an hour of movement, then transitions into a live sound journey while participants rest. The gathering concludes with herbal tea and a closing share circle for an unhurried finish. Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement, and bring a water bottle, a yoga mat, and a receptive spirit. All bodies and experience levels are welcome, and attending solo is common. Admission is $25.

Potter's Place features Bella's Second Shot Band delivering horn-driven cover versions across pop, rock, Motown, disco, soul, and swing, creating a lively mix of brassy melodies and upbeat rhythms.

Hosted by Chicago Auto Club West, this monthly cars and coffee meetup at Sim Racing Naperville brings car culture and conversation together. Enthusiasts gather to share supercars, classics, muscle cars, exotics, imports, custom builds, and daily drivers. Inside the facility, visitors can try racing simulators that recreate the feel of the track while outside features vehicles from many eras and styles. Expect friendly people from the local car community, coffee and conversations, support from local businesses, and a welcoming atmosphere for anyone whether displaying a car or simply enjoying the scene.

The Nicholas D. Sergi Foundation hosts the 8th annual Family, Farm and Faith Festival at the Glen Oak Country Club Lodge in Illinois. This fall tradition offers families an afternoon centered on fun, food, and faith. More details will be shared closer to the event.

An open play session at Ultimate Ninjas Academy invites children ages 3 to 9 to explore kid-sized ninja challenges. Participants can try obstacles like monkey bars, trapeze bars, a rock wall, and a warped wall, along with additional scaled versions of obstacles popular on TV. Assistance from an adult or a coach is available for bigger challenges.

Pinecone Cottage hosts a cozy autumn workshop that blends creative journaling with a leisurely afternoon tea. Participants explore the calming practice of junk journaling and personal storytelling while crafting a seasonal keepsake. A fall-themed starter kit is provided, and step by step guidance covers techniques such as tearing, inking, layering, and simple binding. While pages come together, a from scratch three course autumn tea is served. No experience is needed, and attendance is limited to keep the setting relaxed and intimate. Afternoon tea is available by reservation only. Ages 13 and up. The three course prix fixe tea is 85 and includes a 20% gratuity. Guests may bring champagne, wine, or beer for a 10 per bottle fee.

Trapt marks 25 years with a celebratory live performance that spans their journey from the early days to today. For one night only, the band will play its debut album from start to finish, offering a full front to back experience of where it all began. This all ages event takes place at Basecamp Pub & Eatery.

Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers is on the big screens at The Piazza in Aurora with no cover charge. Every play is shown across dozens of TVs with full game audio, plus two 50 foot jumbo screens. Dine in specials include half price appetizers excluding seafood, $15 Bud aluminum beer buckets with five 16 ounce Bud, Bud Light, or Michelob Ultra, $6 Three Olives Bloody Marys, and a $7 spaghetti marinara and meatball dinner. Guests of all ages are welcome. Additional NFL coverage is available at Evviva Lisle with NFL Ticket and RedZone, and other locations feature nationally televised games.

Ten vocalists from Chicago a cappella lead a musical voyage through Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark, illuminating the far north with beauty, mystery, and wonder. Shimmering harmonies, images of sweeping Nordic landscapes, and age-old storytelling come together in a program shaped by nature, folklore, and light. Presented at Wentz Concert Hall, this full-length concert lasts 110 minutes and includes an intermission. It is recommended for ages 10 and older and is welcoming to audiences across generations.

Salsa and bachata take center stage at Mystic Vines with a full evening that blends lessons, social dancing, karaoke, and games. It begins with a class tailored to beginners and anyone refreshing their basics, focusing on hearing the music, timing, musicality, partner communication, core rhythms, and foundational patterns. No partner or prior experience is needed. Next comes an intermediate session that develops turns and combinations, shines and styling, natural hip movement, and stronger leader and follower connection skills. After the lessons, the floor comes alive for a high-energy social where salsa and bachata lead the way alongside cumbia, merengue, and cha cha, giving everyone the chance to try out new steps. The night rounds out with karaoke and interactive music trivia for a fun, playful finish. One admission covers the classes, social dancing, karaoke, and games, creating a welcoming space to learn, practice, and connect.