Events
With over 800 Festivals & Events running year round, concerts that include the top touring musical acts, countless farmers markets and car shows in the Chicago Southland, the hard part isn’t deciding IF you should come but rather which event you ARE going to attend.
Whether it is Snow Day Festival at the Plum Creek Nature Center in January, Irish Fest at Chicago’s Gaelic Park in May, any of our year round farmers markets or Lansing Autumn Fest in October, you won’t have to travel far to find family friendly activities for any age.
Cultural Events
Fairs / Carnivals
Parades
Below are the next 30 upcoming events in the Chicago Southland. Use the form above to search for specific events.
Wheelchair Accessibled Displays/Arts/Crafts
ag Agricultural/Food/Harvest
c Cultural Event
w Workshop/Seminar
$ Admission Fee
h Holiday Celebration
o Outdoor Activity
s Sports Event/Recreational
f Fair, Carnival
e Expo/Consumer Show
p Parade
FARMERS MARKET - PALOS HEIGHTS
Oct 2, 2019 - Oct 16, 2019
City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
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City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
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FARMERS MARKET - OAK LAWN
Oct 2, 2019 - Oct 16, 2019
52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
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52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
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KIWANIS BINGO EVERY WEDNESDAY
Oct 2, 2019 - Oct 30, 2019
Orland Park Civic Center
14750 Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-341-3161
Bingo, $4400 guaranteed payout. Doors open at 4:30pm. Early special at 6:15pm. Bulls eye, Fireplug, Raffle, Food, Free Coffee and Progressive Raffle.
W 6:30PM
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Orland Park Civic Center
14750 Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-341-3161
Bingo, $4400 guaranteed payout. Doors open at 4:30pm. Early special at 6:15pm. Bulls eye, Fireplug, Raffle, Food, Free Coffee and Progressive Raffle.
W 6:30PM
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SWAP O RAMA FLEA MARKET (W, SA-SU)
Oct 2, 2019 - Oct 30, 2019
4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
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4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
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STEP BACK INTO A 1950s HALLOWEEN EXHIBIT
Oct 2, 2019 - Oct 30, 2019
1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30 or by appointment
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1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30 or by appointment
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FARMERS MARKET - EVERGREEN PARK
Oct 3, 2019 - Oct 31, 2019
Yukich Field
88th Street & Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL
708-422-8776
13th Season of Evergreen Park Farmers' Market - 25 Vendors, every Thursday, May 4-October 26
Th 7AM-1PM
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Yukich Field
88th Street & Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL
708-422-8776
13th Season of Evergreen Park Farmers' Market - 25 Vendors, every Thursday, May 4-October 26
Th 7AM-1PM
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LIVE JAZZ MUSIC
Oct 3, 2019 - Oct 31, 2019
Francesca's on 95th
6248 West 95th Street, Oak Lawn, IL
708-598-7007
Thursday nights
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Francesca's on 95th
6248 West 95th Street, Oak Lawn, IL
708-598-7007
Thursday nights
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FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
Oct 5, 2019 - Oct 26, 2019
271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
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271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
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FARMERS MARKET - HOMEWOOD
Oct 5, 2019 - Oct 26, 2019
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
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Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
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COUNTRY MARKETS - FRANKFORT
Oct 6, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
The market features locally grown produce, grass-fed meats, eggs, baked goods, infused oils, freshly prepared foods and so much more. Enjoy live music on our local flavor stage and other special events throughout the season.
Su 9AM-1PM
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Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
The market features locally grown produce, grass-fed meats, eggs, baked goods, infused oils, freshly prepared foods and so much more. Enjoy live music on our local flavor stage and other special events throughout the season.
Su 9AM-1PM
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BOO! AT THE ZOO
Oct 12, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL
708-688-8000
Little ghosts and goblins of all ages are sure to have a howlin’ good time! Our not-so-scary and fun-filled event has something for the entire family to enjoy!
Sa & Su
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Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL
708-688-8000
Little ghosts and goblins of all ages are sure to have a howlin’ good time! Our not-so-scary and fun-filled event has something for the entire family to enjoy!
Sa & Su
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THE STINGRAYS
Oct 17, 2019
Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club
19433 Renwick Road, Crest Hill, IL
815-838-1183
This trio utilizes full instrumentation with their music along with three part harmonies that continues to amaze their audiences! $35 Resident, $40 Non-Resident
11:45AM-2:45PM
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Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club
19433 Renwick Road, Crest Hill, IL
815-838-1183
This trio utilizes full instrumentation with their music along with three part harmonies that continues to amaze their audiences! $35 Resident, $40 Non-Resident
11:45AM-2:45PM
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HALLOWEEN HAUNTING
Oct 18, 2019
Founders Community Center
140 Oak Street, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Holiday Celebration, kids games, inflatable jumps, music, vendors $10 wristband
6-9PM
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Founders Community Center
140 Oak Street, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Holiday Celebration, kids games, inflatable jumps, music, vendors $10 wristband
6-9PM
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MONSTER MASH DANCE
Oct 18, 2019
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
They did the mash and it was a graveyard smash! Join us for a family friendly Halloween Dance. There will be a DJ spinning spooktacular tunes, a Haunted House Inflatable for those who dare, photo area, face painting, games and so much more! $1 RESIDENT / $2 NON RESIDENT
6:30-8:30PM
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Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
They did the mash and it was a graveyard smash! Join us for a family friendly Halloween Dance. There will be a DJ spinning spooktacular tunes, a Haunted House Inflatable for those who dare, photo area, face painting, games and so much more! $1 RESIDENT / $2 NON RESIDENT
6:30-8:30PM
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A DAY OF HEALING WOMEN'S CONFERENCE
Oct 18, 2019
14700 Evers Street, Dolton, IL
708-841-2111
Inspirational Messages, Interactive Workshops RSVP by 10/7
10AM-4PM
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14700 Evers Street, Dolton, IL
708-841-2111
Inspirational Messages, Interactive Workshops RSVP by 10/7
10AM-4PM
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NO LIMIT LAUGHS WITH THE ORLAND PARK COMEDY IMPROV
Oct 18, 2019
Cultural Center
14760 Park Lane, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Time to ‘get your funny on’! Join the ‘No Limit Laughs’ Orland Park Comedy Improv players for an unforgettable night of improvised comedy. Each show is guaranteed to be a unique experience, as the audience’s suggestions fuel ‘off the cuff’ fun!
8-10PM
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Cultural Center
14760 Park Lane, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Time to ‘get your funny on’! Join the ‘No Limit Laughs’ Orland Park Comedy Improv players for an unforgettable night of improvised comedy. Each show is guaranteed to be a unique experience, as the audience’s suggestions fuel ‘off the cuff’ fun!
8-10PM
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GAS GUYS PRODUCTIONS AUCTION
Oct 18, 2019
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
815-436-4733
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
815-436-4733
STARS, STORIES & S'MORES
Oct 18, 2019
Camp Shabbona Woods
Forest Preserves of Cook County, 15810 North Torrence Avenue, South Holland, IL
708-868-0606
Join us for a cozy fire, s'mores, storytelling, astronomy, a night hike, and other nature-based activities.
5:30-8:30PM
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Camp Shabbona Woods
Forest Preserves of Cook County, 15810 North Torrence Avenue, South Holland, IL
708-868-0606
Join us for a cozy fire, s'mores, storytelling, astronomy, a night hike, and other nature-based activities.
5:30-8:30PM
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HALLOWEEN HOLLOW
Oct 18, 2019 - Oct 20, 2019
Yunker Farm
10824 West La Porte Road, Mokena, IL
708-390-2401
Festival features carnival, food, kid’s activities, entertainment, Scarecrow Laboratory, hayrides, horse rides and Costume Contest. Carnival ride wristband specials available. Visit website for details and schedule.
F 4-8PM; Sa 12-8PM; Su 1-5PM
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Yunker Farm
10824 West La Porte Road, Mokena, IL
708-390-2401
Festival features carnival, food, kid’s activities, entertainment, Scarecrow Laboratory, hayrides, horse rides and Costume Contest. Carnival ride wristband specials available. Visit website for details and schedule.
F 4-8PM; Sa 12-8PM; Su 1-5PM
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COMMUNITY THEATER: COME BLOW YOUR HORN
Oct 18, 2019 - Oct 27, 2019
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Come see Simon's first Broadway comedy smash featuring Alan Baker, a 30-ish swinging bachelor with time, money and women. $12
F & Sa: 7:30PM; Su: 3PM
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Tinley Park Performing Arts Center
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Come see Simon's first Broadway comedy smash featuring Alan Baker, a 30-ish swinging bachelor with time, money and women. $12
F & Sa: 7:30PM; Su: 3PM
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WEAVINGS & DIVERSITIES
Oct 19, 2019
St. John's Lutheran School
4231 183rd Street, Country Club Hills, IL
708-747-9246
Weavings & Diversities has a large array of woven garments, artwork, felted items, jewelry, knitting, basketry and other textile arts for sale as well as demonstrations. https://sites.google.com/site/weaversguildsouth/
10AM-4PM
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St. John's Lutheran School
4231 183rd Street, Country Club Hills, IL
708-747-9246
Weavings & Diversities has a large array of woven garments, artwork, felted items, jewelry, knitting, basketry and other textile arts for sale as well as demonstrations. https://sites.google.com/site/weaversguildsouth/
10AM-4PM
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BUSINESS SHOWCASE, HEALTH FAIR AND CRAFT SHOW
Oct 19, 2019
Oak Lawn Community High School
9400 Southwest Highway, Oak Lawn, IL
708-424-8300
More than 40 businesses are expected to participate by showcasing their various products and services as well as 100 crafters. Flu shots will be available for a fee, along with free blood glucose testing and blood pressure screen. A full spectrum of healthcare providers, financial & banking representatives, home improvement specialists and more.
10AM-3PM
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Oak Lawn Community High School
9400 Southwest Highway, Oak Lawn, IL
708-424-8300
More than 40 businesses are expected to participate by showcasing their various products and services as well as 100 crafters. Flu shots will be available for a fee, along with free blood glucose testing and blood pressure screen. A full spectrum of healthcare providers, financial & banking representatives, home improvement specialists and more.
10AM-3PM
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JEFFERSON STARSHIP: 50 YEARS OF ROCK
Oct 19, 2019
Governors State University Center for Performing Arts
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
708-235-2222
8PM
Visit Website $ c
Governors State University Center for Performing Arts
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
708-235-2222
8PM
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WESTERN NIGHT LINE DANCE & DINNER
Oct 19, 2019
Recreation Center Gym
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
Step on over to the Palos Park Line Dance & Dinner Party. Bring your dancing boots and western attire for a fun evening out on the town. We’ll start with a buffet at 6:30 pm (baked chicken, pork chops, sides, desert, and beverages) then our live DJ will entertain the crowd and A Touch of Country's, Ms. Dee will lead the steps.
6:30-9PM
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Recreation Center Gym
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
Step on over to the Palos Park Line Dance & Dinner Party. Bring your dancing boots and western attire for a fun evening out on the town. We’ll start with a buffet at 6:30 pm (baked chicken, pork chops, sides, desert, and beverages) then our live DJ will entertain the crowd and A Touch of Country's, Ms. Dee will lead the steps.
6:30-9PM
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GARAGE SALE/CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW
Oct 19, 2019
Krueger Park Recreation Center
9100 South 88th Avenue, Hickory Hills, IL
708-599-7337
Do you have a special skill/craft, or just items you want to get rid of before the holidays? Free admission to buying customers.
8-1PM
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Krueger Park Recreation Center
9100 South 88th Avenue, Hickory Hills, IL
708-599-7337
Do you have a special skill/craft, or just items you want to get rid of before the holidays? Free admission to buying customers.
8-1PM
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OPENING NIGHT - RHAPSODY IN BLUE
Oct 19, 2019
Trinity Christian College Ozinga Chapel
6601 West College Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-481-7774
OPENING NIGHT: RHAPSODY IN BLUE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2019, 5:30 PM Stilian Kirov, Conductor Xiayin Wang, Piano COMPOSER-IN-RESIDENCE World Premiere LEROY ANDERSON Piano Concerto GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue PISTON Symphony No. 6 Act II Opening Night Post–Concert Celebration Dinner 7:30PM, Midlothian Country Club
5:30PM
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Trinity Christian College Ozinga Chapel
6601 West College Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-481-7774
OPENING NIGHT: RHAPSODY IN BLUE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2019, 5:30 PM Stilian Kirov, Conductor Xiayin Wang, Piano COMPOSER-IN-RESIDENCE World Premiere LEROY ANDERSON Piano Concerto GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue PISTON Symphony No. 6 Act II Opening Night Post–Concert Celebration Dinner 7:30PM, Midlothian Country Club
5:30PM
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HOWL-A-WOOF
Oct 19, 2019
Bark Park at Commissioners Park
22108 South 80th Avenue, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Dogs will have the opportunity to Trick or Treat around the Bark Park. Also, there will be a Dog Costume Contest - Best Overall, Funniest & Scariest.
10AM
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Bark Park at Commissioners Park
22108 South 80th Avenue, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Dogs will have the opportunity to Trick or Treat around the Bark Park. Also, there will be a Dog Costume Contest - Best Overall, Funniest & Scariest.
10AM
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WINE WALK
Oct 19, 2019
Fox Pointe
18138 Henry Street, Lansing, IL
708-474-4170
Wine Walk With Us Down Ridge Road and beyond. Taste one red and one white at each designated wine stop and see what our local businesses have to offer. Complete the walk (badge must be signed by each stop) and be entered for a prize at the last stop, where you will also be able to purchase the wines you have tasted. This event is Rain or Shine! Register Early: $35.00 per person (prior to October 1st) and each registered walker will receive a $10.00 coupon good toward the purchase of a bottle of wine (valid only on 10/19/19) Register after 10/1/19 for $40.00 per person and no coupon included. All walkers will get a wine glass and swag bag.
12-5PM
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Fox Pointe
18138 Henry Street, Lansing, IL
708-474-4170
Wine Walk With Us Down Ridge Road and beyond. Taste one red and one white at each designated wine stop and see what our local businesses have to offer. Complete the walk (badge must be signed by each stop) and be entered for a prize at the last stop, where you will also be able to purchase the wines you have tasted. This event is Rain or Shine! Register Early: $35.00 per person (prior to October 1st) and each registered walker will receive a $10.00 coupon good toward the purchase of a bottle of wine (valid only on 10/19/19) Register after 10/1/19 for $40.00 per person and no coupon included. All walkers will get a wine glass and swag bag.
12-5PM
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INAUGURAL DIXIE HIGHWAY BREWERY TRAIL OKTOBERFEST
Oct 19, 2019
Blue Island Beer Company
13357 Olde Western Avenue, Blue Island, IL
219-819-0259
All of your favorite Dixie Trail breweries in one location! There will be German beer, German food, music and more! Tickets available on Eventbrite. $50 VIP/$40 GA/ $15 Designated Driver
2-6PM
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Blue Island Beer Company
13357 Olde Western Avenue, Blue Island, IL
219-819-0259
All of your favorite Dixie Trail breweries in one location! There will be German beer, German food, music and more! Tickets available on Eventbrite. $50 VIP/$40 GA/ $15 Designated Driver
2-6PM
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REACH FOR THE STARS GALA
Oct 19, 2019
Prairie State College
202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-3631
To help support the increasing number of scholarship applicants, the Foundation hosts an annual special event to raise funds for PSC students. The black-tie optional event begins with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the Conference Center, followed by a gourmet dinner in the college atrium. The Gala will feature a live auction, choice raffles, live band and dancing, and a special “Stand Up for Scholarships” presentation. All proceeds from the event will benefit student scholarships. $175
6-11PM
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Prairie State College
202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-3631
To help support the increasing number of scholarship applicants, the Foundation hosts an annual special event to raise funds for PSC students. The black-tie optional event begins with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the Conference Center, followed by a gourmet dinner in the college atrium. The Gala will feature a live auction, choice raffles, live band and dancing, and a special “Stand Up for Scholarships” presentation. All proceeds from the event will benefit student scholarships. $175
6-11PM
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