More fall festivals happening this weekend
Families can choose from a myriad of events and activities this week in Champaign-Urbana
It is a busy week for fall fun, including fall festivals! You’ll read about some of the ones we highlight in this weekend’s planner below. Also, Halloween activities are ramping up and every weekend for the rest of October will be chock-full of boo-rific fun for your family. Go get some pumpkin treats this weekend, wear your best fall flannel, cheer on your Fighting Illini this homecoming weekend and have a great time making memories.
chambanamoms thanks Champaign Park District for presenting this weekend’s planner
The Champaign Park District’s Flannel Fest is bigger and better than ever before. On October 14 & 15, Flannel Fest will be taking over Centennial Park.
Live lumberjack shows from Lumberjack Enterprises, music for children and adults, games, inflatables, food trucks, beer and wine sales and more will transform Centennial Park into a massive fall festival over the course of this two-day event.
For More Information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
A few events to check out this weekend
Looking for something to do with your family? You’ve come to the right place! Our events calendar aggregates family-friendly events happening in the Champaign-Urbana metro area. We know you’re busy and looking for a bang for your buck, so we put an emphasis on including free and low-cost events that you can plan to attend on the fly. Please note that events are subject to change without notice.
Thank you to OSF HealthCare for presenting the Chambanamoms events calendar. For more information, visit OSF here.
Find the complete chambanamoms.com event calendar by clicking here now.
Friday, October 14, 2022
Fire Prevention Week
Time: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Marketplace Mall
University of Illinois Homecoming Parade
Time: 5:30 pm
Memorial Stadium
Farmer City Haunted Forest
Time: 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Salt Creek Area Camping at South Park in Farmer City, IL
Saturday, October 15, 2022
Halloween Costume Drive and Giveaway
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Douglass Community Center
Harvest Fest
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Museum of the Grand Prairie, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve
Saturday Night Live: Homecoming Edition
Time: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Downtown Champaign
Sunday, October 16, 2022
Momology Central Illinois Mom Extravaganza
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Lodgic Champaign
Illini Women's Soccer - Kick Cancer
Time: 1:00 pm
Demirjian Park
Upcoming Event – Live Chat with Carle: Aging Well – A Panel Discussion
Monday, October 17, 8 p.m.
Join chambanamoms and Carle as we chat LIVE on Facebook on Monday, October 17, at 8pm with Dr. Sally Salmons, Associate Chief Medical Officer; Kelsey McCall, case management social worker with Ambulatory Services; and Kristin Kohl, Director of Accountable Care, Clinical Improvement.
Dr. Salmons will focus on the digital front door available through Carle, while Kelsey will address community resources and Kristin will cover the importance of wellness visits for those 65 and older.
Watch live on Facebook here.
State Farm Center
Legally Blonde – The Musical is an award-winning production based on the popular hit movie! The story follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be both legally blonde AND the smartest person in the room. Tickets are on sale now at StateFarmCenter.com or call 866-ILLINI-1.
For More Information: Website or Facebook
Baldwin Asylum
This Halloween Season, Slayerville Productions Presents Baldwin Asylum Haunted Attraction “Ten Years of Fear!” Challenging its customers to survive sheer terror as it enters its 10th and final season, the Asylum opens Friday, Sept. 30, and continues weekends through the first weekend in November.
- The top rated attraction in Central Illinois (2021)
- Haunted Illinois Official Top 10 Haunt (2021)
- Awarded #1 best haunted attraction by Illinois Top 5 (2021)
- Awarded #1 scariest attraction by Illinois Top 5 (2021)
- 9.12/10 rating by The Scare Factor
Suitable for teens and older, Baldwin Asylum is located in the Taylor Studios building in Rantoul. There is a FREE photo op in front of the hearse with giant monsters, included with admission price! Tickets are $30 and may be purchased at the door or through the website here. Follow on Facebook and Instagram, too.
Next Generation Spanish Language & Culture Extension Program
Join Next Generation Spanish Language & Culture Extension Program on Saturday mornings for engaging, play-based Spanish language and culture education! Become more fluent in Spanish by practicing real-life scenarios while engaging with native speakers and accomplished bilingual teachers!
Now enrolling children on a first-come-first-served basis!
Email preschool@nextgenerationschool.com or call 217-353-5325 for more information and to enroll!
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The Refinery
The Refinery is throwing their inaugural Princess Tea Charity Event! Partial proceeds of ticket sales will go towards children in need during the holiday season! Find more info and tickets here.
For More Information: Website or Facebook
Carle
No matter what stage of life you are in, Carle is here to help you be healthy. From routine health exams, to having your baby, to menopause, we are your partner and advocate in helping you make healthy decisions and take control of your health.
For More Information: Website
