Awesome Things to Do in and around Chicagoland for the Weekend of Oct 18-20th 2024

**Explore Chicago and Suburban Delights: Your Weekend Guide for Oct 18-20th, 2024**

Get set for a weekend packed with diverse activities across Chicago and its suburbs! From cultural festivals to exciting outdoor events, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Here's what's happening:

CITY

**Open House Chicago**  
- **Dates:** October 19-20, Times Vary  
- **Location:** Downtown, 20+ neighborhoods throughout the city  
- **More Info:** Check out the Chicago Architecture Center website for a series of free tours, live music performances, and guest speakers all over the city - this weekend only! [Open House Chicago](https://openhousechicago.org/)

**Divine Gardens Exhibit**  
- **Dates:** Now - November 3, Times Vary  
- **Location:** Ukrainian Village, Ukrainian National Museum of Chicago (2249 W Superior St)  
- **More Info:** A newly-installed exhibit featuring serene landscapes to create an atmosphere of peace. [Divine Gardens Exhibit](https://ukrainiannationalmuseum.org/)

**Nightmare on Clark Street**  
- **Dates:** Now - November 3, Times Vary  
- **Location:** Wrigleyville, 2nd Level and Rooftop of Bamboo Club (3505 N Clark St)  
- **More Info:** Multiple bar levels converted into an elaborate haunted house, complete with spooky cocktails, for ages 16 and up. [Nightmare on Clark Street](https://bambooclubchicago.com/)

**Boo-Palooza at Wicker**  
- **Dates:** October 19, 10:00AM-2:00PM  
- **Location:** Wicker Park, Wicker Park (1425 N Damen Ave)  
- **More Info:** Festive event with free pumpkins, live entertainment, costume parades, and a corn maze. [Boo-Palooza at Wicker](https://wickerpark.org/)

**Halloween Blood Drive**  
- **Date:** October 18, 11:00AM-2:30PM  
- **Location:** Brighton Park, Office of Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen (4347 N Milwaukee)  
- **More Info:** What better way to celebrate the Halloween season than donating blood to help save a life! [Halloween Blood Drive](https://www.redcrossblood.org/)

SUBURBS

**Boo! at the Zoo**  
- **Dates:** October 19-20, 10:00AM-5:00PM  
- **Location:** Brookfield, Brookfield Zoo (8400 31st Street)  
- **More Info:** Enjoy a fun-filled Halloween event with treats and activities for all ages! [Boo! at the Zoo](https://www.czs.org/Brookfield-ZOO)

**Haunted Forest**  
- **Date:** October 19, 3:00PM-6:30PM & 7:00PM-9:30PM  
- **Location:** Westmont, Diane Maine Park / Smith Woods (200 W 59th St)  
- **More Info:** Hop in for a wagon ride and a frightful walk through the wicked haunted woods. [Haunted Forest](https://westmontparks.org/)

**Wonder Lake Fall-O-Ween Fest**  
- **Date:** October 19, 12:00PM-7:00PM  
- **Location:** Wonder Lake, East End Pizza and Ice Cream (7312 Hancock Dr)  
- **More Info:** A day of excitement with live music, a car show, food and drinks, and entertainment for the whole family. [Wonder Lake Fall-O-Ween Fest](https://wonderlake.org/)

**Main Street Fall Fest**  
- **Date:** October 20, 11:00AM-6:00PM  
- **Location:** Evanston, Evanston Main Street Station (600 Main St)  
- **More Info:** Stop by for local food and art vendors, live music, and family-friendly fun! [Main Street Fall Fest](https://evanstonmade.org/)

**Woodstock Wine Walk**  
- **Date:** October 19, 1:00PM-5:00PM  
- **Location:** Woodstock, Woodstock Square Historic District (101 N Johnson St)  
- **More Info:** Shop around town while enjoying 30+ wine samples and tiny bites. [Woodstock Wine Walk](https://realwoodstock.com/)

**Care4 Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk**  
- **Date:** October 20, 8:00-10:30AM  
- **Location:** Woodstock, Woodstock North High School (3000 Raffel Rd)  
- **More Info:** A community event to raise funds to support Family Health Partnership Clinic. [Care4 Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk](https://hfitrace.com/)

Enjoy your weekend exploring these amazing events in Chicago and the suburbs! Whether you're a fan of architecture, art, or autumnal festivities, there's something to make your weekend memorable.

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