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St. Charles Scarecrow Festival in Downtown St. Charles

October 11 - 13, 2024

Photo credit: St. Charles Scarecrow Festival

Location

Downtown at Route 64 and Fox River

Saint Charles, IL 60174

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Description

See over 110 handmade scarecrows showcased around town and vote on your favorites. Also, check out the Family Zone which features photo ops, Scarecrow-to-Go and family activities.

Event cost: Free admission

Event times: Noon-6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11-13, 2024

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 630-443-3967

Website: https://www.scarecrowfest.com

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

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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