Chicago Connected | Fall 2023
Crisp, colorful leaves grace the streets of Chicagoland, the weather grows chillier, and the residents of our Windy City and suburbs gather to celebrate the season in style. Fall is here, which means we at Jameson Sotheby's International Realty have gathered a cornucopia of events, activities, and recommendations that are as picturesque as they are delightful. Celebrate autumn in Chicagoland with our full seasonal guide!
Chicago Events
Chilly nights and colorful Chicagoland days are upon us! Autumn is arriving to the city and suburbs, which means a whole new roster of spectacular events including film festivals, fall celebrations, and spooky Halloween staples.
Northalsted Halloween Parade
Halstead & Belmont, Chicago
October 31, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
Open House Chicago
Various Locations, Chicago
October 14 - 15
Chicago International Film Festival
Various Locations, Chicago
October 11 - 12
Chicago Food Truck Festival
La Bagh Woods, Chicago
October 7 - 8, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Grove Folk Fest
1421 Milwaukee Ave, Glenview
October 1, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Destinos Chicago International Latino Theater Festival
Multiple Locations, Chicago
September 28 - November 12
Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
401 North Michigan Ave, Chicago
November 18, 11:00am - 5:30pm
Fall Hiking Trails
A brisk walk on a chilly day with friends, family, or pets, is made all the more special by the incredible colors that grace Chicagoland’s hiking trails during this season. Before settling in for the winter, make a day of visiting one of these spectacular trails that offers the perfect amount of outdoor escape.
Starved Rock State Park
One Lodge Ln, Oglesby
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lane Cook Rd, Glencoe
Morton Arboretum
4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle
Promontory Point
5491 S. Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable, Chicago
Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve
900 S Frontage Rd, Woodridge
Patio Dining
Make your reservations for a truly unique dining experience this season and enjoy Chicagoland’s myriad of patio dining spots before the cold weather takes over! With a vast selection of flavors to choose from, and picturesque views of the season’s changing colors as you dine, it’s easy to try something truly delicious this fall.