This weekend in Saint Charles, IL

At the Wicker Park Farmers Market, regional growers, food makers, crafters, entertainers, and other small businesses come together in the heart of the neighborhood to offer fresh, local goods produced with sustainability in mind. Browse nutritious foods grown by area farmers and products made with locally sourced ingredients, purchase directly from the people who make them, and learn more about sustainable nutrition. The market also serves as a platform for entrepreneurship, helping vendors build relationships, educate the public, and reach residents face to face. It strengthens community ties by bringing neighbors and local businesses together around healthy food, a robust local economy, and the distinctive character of Wicker Park.

Urban Air Adventure Park in St. Charles, IL offers a sensory-friendly play session tailored for children with autism and other special needs. The environment is adjusted to be calmer to support kids with sensory processing differences. Admission is $19.99 per child with Platinum Access, and one parent or guardian is included at no additional cost per participating child. Participants must wear Urban Air socks. For more information, contact the park at (630) 584-8171.

Ride with fellow scooter enthusiasts on a recurring trip to Small Displacement Sunday at Grind n Gears in Niles. Meet in the parking lot at the northwest corner of Independence Park, then head out along Irving Park to Milwaukee to Oakton. The pace suits 50cc machines, and any scooter, motorcycle, trike, or other bike that can comfortably maintain at least 35 mph is welcome. If everyone wraps up at Small Displacement Sunday at the same time, there may be a group ride back, otherwise riders are free to depart whenever they are ready. This placeholder shares the meet point and route so people can link up for the ride to SDS. Two or more regulars aim to be there each month to help lead, although a leader is not guaranteed. The ride is open year-round except during frigid or snowy conditions. Depending on the rain, it may still proceed. Driving to Small Displacement Sunday by car is also an option.

This event offers a session that blends Kundalini yoga with sound healing, led by Laura and Jenny. The in-person class takes place at Light of the World Yoga Batavia inside the Newton House. In-studio participation is $25, with payment accepted by cash, Venmo, or Zelle, and a text RSVP is requested. A live at-home option is also available through a private Facebook group for $15, with access shared after texting and submitting payment.

The DuKane Chapter of ABATE of Illinois presents the 40th Annual Toy and Food Run, the chapter’s largest gathering and one of the biggest motorcycle rides in the state. This all-day event focuses on supporting kids through toy and food donations. Participants convene at Knuckleheads Tavern and at Schmidt’s Towne Tap in Elburn, where Rise and Dine serves a hot breakfast for early arrivals. A police-escorted parade rolls out from these starting points for a scenic countryside ride that concludes with an afterparty at The Sycamore Speedway. The route is escorted and blocked by multiple police departments. The celebration at the speedway includes food and beverages, vendors, a burnout competition, mechanical bull riding, and the Dukane ABATE Santa Girls 50/50 raffle, creating a full day of motorcycle community fun for a great cause. Registration is cash only at the Elburn starting locations. The cost is $20 per person, plus a toy or food donation. New and unopened toys can be dropped off in advance at participating dealers. For details or vendor inquiries, contact Chris Hansen or Chris Newman.

This volunteer-run, community-focused farmers market includes music and ready-to-eat food. Free yoga classes are offered near the entrance, and pre-registration is available on the market website. A vendor list organized by date is also available on the website.

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.

Fuse’d offers a Sunday brunch built around an exclusive menu with a wide variety of flavors. During brunch service, a selection of favorites from the regular menu is also available. Reservations are recommended, and walk-ins are welcome. After brunch, the full menu returns for the rest of the day, and doors close in the evening on Sundays. Brunch is also served on Saturdays.

Chandler's signature crispy pressure-fried chicken is featured as a Sunday special, served with a salad, mashed potatoes topped with country gravy, and house-made coleslaw for 16.99. You can request all white or all dark meat for an additional 4. Please allow 20 minutes or more for preparation.

Enjoy a singalong brunch at Goat & Vine in Bolingbrook, where familiar favorites set the soundtrack for a relaxed, music filled meal shared with an amazing group of women. Sip unlimited mimosas and join in on the tunes everyone knows by heart in a warm, joy filled setting.

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.

Envy M.C. is wrapping up the season with a final group ride that heads north on Route 41. The route follows Lakeshore Drive through Evanston and into the curvy roads of the northern suburbs, with a meal stop planned at Fatmans in Gurnee before a highway return. Riders are asked to arrive fueled and ready, as kickstands go up promptly. Both sport bikes and cruisers are welcome, and anyone arriving after rollout may need to catch up along the way.

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.

Rookies is the place to catch the Bears vs Packers rivalry, with the game on screens throughout the venue and the volume up for every moment. Specials include “Almost” All You Can Eat Chicken Fingers for $15, a Wings and Fries plate for $10, Mini Domestic Pitchers for $8, Mini Import and Craft Pitchers for $10, Rookies Vodka Bloody Marys for $7, Mimosas for $8, and Rookies Buckets. Expect a lively atmosphere made for following every hit, first down, and big play.

This local One Piece tournament features best of one Swiss play with 35 minute rounds and a $6 entry. Entry includes one TP. The top two finishers receive a Winner’s Pack, and the prize pool adds one pack per participant. Typically, an X-0 record takes most of the pool while X-1 standings split prizing. All prizing is subject to change. Registration is handled through the BandaiTCG+ app.

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.

Interpol takes the stage at the Salt Shed Fairgrounds, joined by DIIV. The show features both artists on a single bill at this venue.

At Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture, enjoy an alternative to the typical dinner-and-drinks routine with a candlelit evening shaped by the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance. The New York City duo Acute Inflections blends music and playful comedy into a sound that nods to the elegance of Billie Holiday and the soulfulness of Erykah Badu. They have entertained over 50,000 guests at sold-out shows across the U.S. and abroad, with appearances on HBO and Amazon and more than a thousand five-star reviews. Attendees may arrive in Gatsby-era glamour or in their own style, creating a setting filled with soulful vibes, meaningful moments, and a welcome break from the ordinary. Complimentary refreshments will be available throughout the show. The setting is the Athenaeum Center in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, a preserved 1911 landmark known for historic architecture, intimate theaters, and a lasting place in the city’s performing arts community. This intimate, one-night-only experience also offers group savings for parties of eight or more. Purchases help support the Renaissance Youth Center, a South Bronx organization that empowers inner-city youth through music education, after-school programs, and tutoring.

W.A.S.P. brings its 1984 to Headless show to Arcada Theater, joined by special guest KK's Priest. VIP tickets are available.

Stand-up comedian and actor Jordan Jensen performs at The Vic Theatre in Chicago with the candid, story-driven humor she is known for, shaped by an unconventional upbringing and years on the road. Her hour TAKE ME WITH YOU debuted on Netflix and earned praise from Decider for its bold take on femininity. She headlines across the country and tours with Tom Segura, has cultivated an online following of more than a million, and her YouTube special has nearly 1.3 million views. Jensen co-hosts the podcast Bein’ Ian with Jordan and hosts RIP Jordan Jensen. On screen, she appears in Bradley Cooper’s feature Is This Thing On? for Searchlight starring Will Arnett, and has been featured on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central Features, Don’t Tell Comedy, and Vice’s Super Maximum Retro Show with Chris Distefano. She voiced the lead character in Adult Swim’s The Elephant and became the first woman to win NY’s Funniest Stand-Up Award at the New York Comedy Festival in 2021. She was highlighted by Deadline’s The Future of Funny in 2025, following earlier recognition in Vulture’s Comedians You Should and Will Know. This is an all ages show. A transfer delay will be in effect and will lift prior to the show. The venue does not allow backpacks, bags, laptops or tablets.

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.

An event celebrating musical freedom featuring Mike Dunn at Renaissance Bronzeville. Thewaywewere Productions provides the engineering. There is a 5 dollar cover.