The Forge: Lemont Quarries

08/30/2026

A FREE morning of fun awaits at The Forge!

Join us next week for:
📕 Nature-themed storytime + crafts
🐿️ Meet & Greet with Sawyer & Cindy Squirrel
🐢 Animal Quest at 11:30 AM or 12:30 PM

Bring the family and join us! ✨🤩

08/25/2026

🍂 It’s officially fall festival season! 🎃

We rounded up fall festivals and Oktoberfests happening throughout the western and northwest suburbs and there are some great ones coming up!

Save this post now, then head to the full guide for dates, details and even more events. 👇

A few of the festivals we’re especially excited about:

📚Printers Row Lit Fest: September 12–13
The Midwest’s largest free outdoor literary festival brings authors, booksellers, storytelling, interactive activities and plenty of family-friendly programming to Chicago’s Printers Row.

🎡 St. Cletus Fall Fest: September 10–13
A four-day La Grange tradition featuring food, live music and a carnival, perfect for a family night out or a full weekend of fun.

🎨 Downtown Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival: September 12–13
Stroll Main Street, check out work from juried artists, listen to live music, shop local and let the kids get creative with a free art activity. Admission is free!

🍁 Western Springs Harvest Fest: September 19
Head to Spring Rock Park for live music, carnival rides and games, food vendors, kids’ activities, a family 3K and fireworks to finish the night.

🍎 Oaktoberfest: September 25–26
Downtown Oak Park celebrates fall with music, food and craft beer, plus a Kids Root Beer Garden featuring zucchini races, root beer floats, a balloon artist and an obstacle course.

🎃 The Forge Enchanted Adventure: September 25–November 1
Thousands of glowing, artisan-designed pumpkins light up the quarry after dark! Wander through three themed worlds filled with larger-than-life displays, food, drinks and family-friendly fun.

Find the FULL list of festivals here! 👇

https://mykidlist.com/fall-festivals-and-oktoberfests

08/20/2026

Step into Monsters, Magic & Mischief this fall at The Forge! 🎃✨

From September 25–November 1, experience:

🍂A ½-mile illuminated pumpkin trail
🎃Massive pumpkin creations, including a 16-foot Kraken & Troll
🧙‍♀️ Enchanted witches, cauldrons, mushrooms &
Pumpkin Stonehenge
😂 Hilarious pumpkin-powered mischief scenes
✨Live pumpkin carving
📸 Fall photo opportunities
🍦Seasonal food, treats & specialty drinks
🎟️ Optional Kids Fun Pass with access to the Kids Adventure Zone, Kids Jump Zone & Mini Golf

Choose your date and plan your adventure at The Forge!

https://forgeparks.com/enchanted-adventure/

08/19/2026

FREE live music at the Maple Lake Boating Center this Friday, August 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, enjoyed from the shore or right from your kayak. 🛶🎶🤩

Admission is free, RSVP on Eventbrite.
https://forgeparks.com/maple-lake/

08/17/2026

We’re back on! Due to the weather, we had to reschedule Taco & Margarita Fiesta.

Join us on our new date: Sunday, August 30th for tacos, margaritas, music, and all the good vibes. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🌮✨🍹

Save the date and get ready to fiesta!

08/15/2026

The rain has passed and activities are OPEN! 🤩

Second Hand News: Fleetwood Mac Tribute is still happening tonight! 🎶

Join us at The Forge starting at 6:30 PM for a night of Fleetwood Mac favorites. Grab your tickets and come rock with us! 🎸

08/14/2026

Join us TONIGHT for a double-header of legendary heavy metal! 🤘⚡️

Catch Maiden Chicago & Lovedrive Chicago bringing the hits of Iron Maiden and The Scorpions to The Forge.

Grab your crew and get ready to rock! 🎸🔥

https://forgeparks.com/event/heavy-metal-nite/

08/14/2026

Oktoberfest is back at The Forge! 🍻🎶 Join us September 19 for a full day of live music, Pollyanna beer, cocktails, and plenty of German-inspired eats!

Tickets on sale NOW 🎟️ https://forgeparks.com/event/2026-pollyanna-oktoberfest/

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08/13/2026

We’re closing for the rest of the day due to weather. Thanks for understanding!