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The Great Highwood Pumpkin Fest in Downtown Highwood

October 04 - 06, 2024

Photo credit: Karie Angell Luc

Location

Downtown Highwood

Highwood, IL 60040

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Description

The Great Highwood Pumpkin Fest is celebrating its 14th year. You can expect carnival rides, pumpkin carving stations, live music, vendors, hay rides, pumpkin walls, contests and more.

Event cost: Free admission; fees for rides

Event times: 4-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4-6, 2024

Additional Information

Website: http://HighwoodPumpkinFest.com

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

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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