We have 40 suburban picks for November 6–8, including 30 free or inexpensive plans. Diwali celebrations, winter markets, local arts, concerts and a few bigger nights out share the weekend.
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DETOUR OF THE WEEK
Diwali Fireworks and Sound Show at BAPS Chicago
SAT · Sat Nov 7, food stalls 5–7:45 PM; seating 7:45 PM; fireworks 8 PM (program through ~8:30 PM) · Bartlett · Free; food purchases extra
FREE / CHEAPFAMILYDATE NIGHTBartlett
Saturday night fireworks, music and cultural celebration at the Bartlett mandir.
Best for Families, friends and locals
Why go Saturday night fireworks, music and cultural celebration at the Bartlett mandir.
Know before you go: Mandir entrance closes at 7:45 PM; arrive early and use the posted offsite parking plan.
02FREE / CHEAPElmhurst
Wilder Mansion Holiday Market
FRI–SAT · Fri Nov 6 4–8 PM; Sat Nov 7 10 AM–4 PM · Elmhurst · Free
FREE / CHEAPFAMILYDATE NIGHTElmhurst
Shop artisan gifts inside Elmhurst’s historic Wilder Mansion, with more than 50 makers.
Best for Families, friends and locals
Why go Shop artisan gifts inside Elmhurst’s historic Wilder Mansion, with more than 50 makers.
Know before you go: Check the organizer for final details and any last-minute updates.
03FREE / CHEAPElgin
Going Dutch Festival
FRI–SAT–SUN · Fri Nov 6, 6–9 PM gallery; Sat Nov 7, 5:30 & 7 PM; Sun Nov 8, 3–6 PM · Elgin · Pay what you can; $12 suggested for Sat/Sun performances
FREE / CHEAPDATE NIGHTLIVE MUSICElgin
Three days of experimental performance and visual art in downtown Elgin.
Best for Music, theater and arts fans
Why go Three days of experimental performance and visual art in downtown Elgin.
Know before you go: The 15½ Ziegler Court theater is not wheelchair accessible.
04TICKETEDRosemont
Chicago Toy & Game Fair
SAT–SUN · Sat Nov 7, 10 AM–6 PM; Sun Nov 8, 10 AM–5 PM · Rosemont · $15 adults / $10 children advertised; checkout fees, age bands and discounts may vary
TICKETEDFAMILYDATE NIGHTRosemont
Hands-on games, demos and the newest holiday toys fill the Rosemont convention center.
Best for Families, friends and locals
Why go Hands-on games, demos and the newest holiday toys fill the Rosemont convention center.
Know before you go: One ticket covers one day only; checkout fees and parking extra.
05FREE / CHEAPNaperville
Soul Jazz: Organ Trio Legacy
FRI · Fri Nov 6 7:30 PM · Naperville · $15 plus applicable fees
FREE / CHEAPDATE NIGHTLIVE MUSICNaperville
A college jazz recital built around the classic organ-trio sound.
Best for Music, theater and arts fans
Why go A college jazz recital built around the classic organ-trio sound.
Know before you go: Check the organizer for final details and any last-minute updates.
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