Just outside Chicago, this massive fall festival returns—featuring free weekday entry, a haunted hayride, and a full bar with spiked cider

Fall is officially back on the calendar, and that means there are tons of festivals going on! One of our favorites is the annual Fall Festival at Sonny Acres Farm in West Chicago, which kicks off this weekend, September 19.

The festival runs through October 30, 2026, and features amusement rides, a petting zoo, live music, seasonal food, a haunted hayride, a full bar, and more.

During the day, families have plenty of options. The rides include the Wacky Worm Roller Coaster, Tilt-A-Whirl, Giant Slide, Frog Hopper, and a Giant Jumping Pillow, among others. Kids can also visit the petting zoo and take a hayride…

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