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Eight Things To Do in the City & Western Suburbs: October 3–5, 2025
From orchard visits to neighborhood fests, fall is full of reasons to get outside and soak it all in. We've rounded up a few local happenings to add to your list this weekend.
Discover 80+ Pours at Villa Park BrewFest.
Craft beer fans can sample more than 80 brews and ciders at this annual fest, featuring pours from regional breweries alongside food trucks and live music. Options range from small-batch experiments to fan favorites, with passes that include early entry perks and commemorative tasting glasses.
Date: Oct. 4
Time: 1–5:30 p.m.
Cost: $15+
Location: Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park, 318 E. Kenilworth Ave., Villa Park
More Info: invillapark.com
Toast to Fall at the Cider and Ale Festival.
The Arboretum's fall tasting event pairs seasonal drinks with stunning scenery, offering more than 60 varieties of cider and ale spread across Meadow Lake, Frost Hill, and the Conifer Walk. Guests can sip small pours from over 30 cideries and breweries while strolling through colorful fall trails.
Date: Oct. 4
Time: 12–3 p.m.
Cost: $35+
Location: The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Rt. 53, Lisle
More Info: mortonarb.org
Rev Up for the Annual Car Show.
Hundreds of polished rides—from vintage imports to muscle cars and Corvettes—will roll into town for this annual showcase. Judges will hand out awards across several categories, including the coveted Mayor's Choice, but the event is just as much about strolling the rows, swapping stories, and admiring decades of automotive style.
Date: Oct. 4
Time: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: $20
Location: Village Center Parking Lot, 900 Village Center Dr., Burr Ridge
More Info: burr-ridge.gov
Celebrate Local Creativity at Andersonville Arts Weekend.
More than 30 local businesses transform into pop-up galleries during Andersonville Arts Weekend, showcasing work from Chicago artists across mediums. Opening receptions kick things off Friday, followed by a weekend of browsing, mingling, and celebrating the neighborhood's creative spirit. This year's edition also honors Todd Mack, artist and founder of Foursided, whose vision helped shape Andersonville's arts community.
Date: Oct. 3–5
Time: Various Times
Cost: Free
Location: Various Locations
More Info: andersonville.org
Sip and Stroll at Lincoln Park Wine Fest.
Jonquil Park becomes an open-air tasting room for Lincoln Park Wine Fest, where dozens of varietals are poured alongside food and live entertainment. The festival is part of the Chicago Wine Fest series and offers the chance to sip reds, whites, and rosés while enjoying crisp fall weather in one of the city's most charming neighborhoods.
Date: Oct. 3–5
Time: Fri. 5–10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Cost: $30+
Location: Jonquil Park, 1001 W. Wrightwood Ave.
More Info:chicagoevents.com
Have Bavarian Fun at Oktoberfest on Division Street.
Division Street turns into a Bavarian-style block party for Oktoberfest on Division, hosted by neighborhood staples like The Lodge Tavern, She-nannigans, and Butch McGuire's. Expect overflowing steins, live music, and contests from stein-holding to German musical chairs.
Date: Oct. 3–4
Time: Fri. 3–10 p.m., Sat 12–10 p.m.
Cost: $12+
Location: The Lodge Tavern, 21 W. Division St.
More Info:exploretock.com
See Chinatown Glow at Moon Festival.
Chicago's Chinatown lights up for the Moon Festival, a Mid-Autumn tradition marked by glowing lanterns, cultural performances, and—of course—mooncakes. Guests can explore food and art booths, enjoy live entertainment, and take in the giant illuminated moon installation that anchors the celebration.
Date: Oct. 4
Time: 2–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Chinatown Square, 2130 S. Archer Ave.
More Info: gooseisland.com
Spark Curiosity at STEAM-Powered Saturday
The Chicago Public Library's STEAM-Powered Saturday brings hands-on fun for curious kids and families. Activities range from glow-in-the-dark slime and LEGO engineering to live animal encounters and swamp science. Partner organizations including the Art Institute, Museum of Science and Industry, and Shedd Aquarium join in for a day of discovery.
Date: Oct. 4
Time: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State St.
More Info:chipublib.bibliocommons.com
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