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Bronzeville’s Fall Festival

October 18 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

A family smiles and plays in the fall leaves at the Bronzeville Fall Festival in Chicago, a kid-friendly community event with games and crafts.

Location

Absolutely Anything Essential

3521 S. King Drive

Chicago, IL 60653

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Description

Celebrate fall in Bronzeville with family games, crafts, music, and shopping. Kids can enjoy the children’s zone and hands-on activities while parents explore free wellness, wealth, and wisdom resources.

Event cost: Free-$23.18

Event times: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 18

Additional Information

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bronzevilles-fall-festival-2025-tickets-1697954420379?

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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