Things to do this weekend: Sept. 12 - 14
By: Jonathan Jones 09/09/2014
Fall weather is creeping in, and we have the pumpkins to prove it!
Isn't this time of year is just the best? It's still really nice outside and we have some hot days still ahead of us, but we can also get excited about pumpkin patches, bonfires and end of the summer festivals. Celebrate the return of fall with favorites like a pumpkin patch, wagon rides, pig races, a petting zoo (including kangaroo!), and some new classics like zorbing, a zip line and a tube slide. Grab some home made fudge to enjoy while exploring 33 acres of the world’s largest corn maze using flashlights, glow-sticks and the moonlight. The design of the maze honors the Star Spangled Banner's 200th year, and you can climb the observation tower to see the amazing art work that's carved into the 33 acre field! When the sun goes down, snuggle up to a warm campfires, and cup of hot chocolate. Richardson Adventure Farm & Corn Maze, 9407 Richardson Rd., Spring Grove, IL
Get your
dancing shoes on for this annual street dance because Downtown Lake Zurich will rock the block this weekend with 3 live bands, beer, wine, food trucks and cart vendors from area restaurants, a giant slide, face painting and balloon art. Admission is free and food donations are encouraged.
Downtown Lake Zurich, Main Street between Church and Old Rand, Lake Zurich, IL
Live band line up: 5 - 6:30 p.m. Alex and the Allstars
7 - 8:30 p.m. ARRA
9- 11 p.m. FRICTION
Celebrate Mexican and Central American independence with fun and festive live music, native dancing and authentic food. Enjoy the costumes and flare of Erandi folkloric and Aztec dancers, mariachi and marimba music, soccer games and more at this free event. Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL
See master chefs compete in this rib cook off, and then find your favorite for $1 per rib. Join friends and neighbors for delicious, food, beverages, beer and a great time. I mean, just look at those ribs!!
Think your own original recipe has what it takes to be named best ribs? Chefs register here!
Downtown Grayslake, Center Street between Slusser Street & Whitney Street, Grayslake, IL 60030
Discover handmade treasures and fine art from local artisans, interactive kid’s art area and live entertainment. Get the inside scoop on fall trends and learn about this season's must-haves! Deer Park Town Center, Rand Road (Rt. 12) & Long Grove Rd., Deer Park
3.) Fiestas Patrias: Latin American Celebration, Sunday, September 14, 2 – 7 p.m. 
4.) Grayslake Downtown Rib Throwdown, Sunday, September 14, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
