Fall Fun Awaits with these 5 Things to Do
Discover the vibrant autumnal spirit of west suburban Chicago this October with our '5 Things to Do' feature. Immerse yourself in Halloween Vintage-Inspired Paintings, experience the mystical charm of the inaugural Lumenaura event in Aurora, IL, and enjoy a bewitching evening at Witches Night Out at Trend + Relic.
1. Witches Night Out
OCTOBER 10 • 6pm-9pm
ST. CHARLES–The witches are back! Channel your inner Stevie Nicks, hop on your broom + follow the moon to trend + relic for this annual after-hours event. Enjoy henna, custom blush + masks, complimentary spooky refreshments, tarot readings, moody fresh flowers & more!
2. All Hallow’s Eve
OCTOBER 18 & 19
NAPERVILLE–Magic, monsters, and mythical entertainment will be summoned on the grounds of Naper Settlement during this annual fall festival for families with children 16 and under. Come as you are or wear a costume (no masks or weapons) and overcome your fears with a lineup of Halloween-themed outdoor activities, art, performances, and more. www.napersettlement.org/allhallowseve
3. Molly’s Cupcakes
DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE
NAPERVILLE–Step into a whimsical wonderland at Molly's Cupcakes in Naperville. Their unique Halloween-themed cupcakes showcase creative designs and tantalizing seasonal flavors like Cookie Monster, S’Mores, Choccoccino and Maple Crumb cake. You can never go wrong with a classic carrot cake cupcake - topped with cream cheese Experience the magic and delight your taste buds with these hauntingly delicious treats!
4. Lumenaura
INAUGURAL EVENT
AURORA–The City of Aurora’s inaugural illuminated art experience will light areas of downtown Aurora Oct 1-Nov1. Featuring immersive light-and-sound-based installations, magical projection mapping, interactive street art, live entertainment, food & beverage options & more.
5. Shop Vintage-Inspired Halloween Decor
THE ORCHARD HOUSE WOMEN
NORTH AURORA–Enjoy a unique painting by this talented artistic duo. New pieces available online and at their local shops. The creative mother daughter duo, Shari and Sara sell farmhouse antiques and collectibles, including beautifully unique artwork to match every season. They participate in various vintage markets and shows and also have active social media pages. ww.facebook.com/TheOrchardHouseWomen
