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Devonshire County Fair, Scream Scene opening +


October 4, 2024

Bring the whole family to the Devonshire County Fair!

Join us for this autumn gathering, taking you back to the days of fall festivals and county fairs! Enjoy plenty of food and entertainment for all ages.


Entertainment Schedule

Jamberry Music – 12:45 p.m.

Drum Circle – 1:30 p.m.

Devonshire Dance Ensemble

– 2:30 p.m.

Fire Poi – 3 p.m.

 

Event Schedule

Face Painting & Crafts – 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Circus Fun – 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Bounce House – 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Hayride – 12:30-3:15 p.m.

Petting Zoo – 1-3 p.m.


Sunday, October 6, 12:30–3:30 p.m.

Devonshire Cultural Center & Park

4400 Greenwood St.


Admission onsite

$15/person wristbands include a donut and a cup of apple cider.


Sponsored by

Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck, Launch–ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), Byline Bank–Skokie, Clyde's Donuts, Panera–Old Orchard & Bar Siena–Old Orchard.

Opening Weekend

Tonight & Saturday Night!


This house of horrors will scare the wits out of those who dare to enter! With it's chainsaw maniacs and insane clown maze, Scream Scene has been terrifying visitors since 1997. Each haunting season features new characters, sets and scenes, making every new year more frightening than the last!


Parental discretion advised: Not recommended for children under 10 years old!


Weekends: Friday, October 4 – Saturday, November 2

Click here for all dates, times, tickets, and special events.

4701 Oakton St.

Go outlaw! Discover our Speakeasy Theatre

Step into a world of mystery and excitement at Speakeasy Theater! Join us for an exclusive experience where you can purchase and enjoy a drink while immersing yourself in a secret, one-act play. After the show, mingle and connect during our social hour.


Director, Tyler Skafgaard presents a different performance each month. Whether you’re a fan of intimate theater, love sharing drinks with friends or simply want to support local community art, Speakeasy Theater at Devonshire Playhouse is the place to be.


Different shows are presented each month through December.


Friday, October 11, 7-10 p.m.

Devonshire Playhouse

4400 Greenwood St.


Tickets: $10 Concessions: $2-$5 per item

Purchase tickets here

Flea Market Frenzy at Oakton

Browse hidden treasures and find great prices on items such as antiques, holiday decor, dishes, clothing, tools, electronics, video games, jewelry, books, music, movies, art, vinyl, and other totally weird stuff! 


Sunday, October 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Oakton Community Center Parking Lot

4701 Oakton St.

Late daily opening for Sports Park golf range next week

Skokie Sports Park's golf range will not open until 11 a.m. the week of October 7–11, as a new irrigation system and new first floor wind dividers will be installed. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Discover new fun in your October Happenings calendar!

If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in October, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.


Click on the calendar below to view it and access its event links.

Click here for the entire calendar of events at the Skokie Park District.

Register for Fall Programs today!

Fall classes and events are now available online –– and with them the district's Fall Program Guide for 2024.


This guide offers you and your family a convenient look at an enormous variety of recreational, educational and fitness alternatives, including many fall outdoor special events.


Celebrate fall by finding a new program, class or hobby at your Skokie Park District!


Click the button below to plan your fall fun.


See the Fall Program Guide here
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