The DeKalb County History Center’s annual Historic Homes Tour Saturday will feature the theme theme is “Whimsical Houses,” showcasing some of Sycamore’s most interesting and somewhat quirky historic homes.

These local arts and crafts fairs provide the perfect opportunity to shop for unique gifts and support local artists.

Harvard's population is over 50% Hispanic, and the city's Day of the Dead event honors that autumnal tradition

The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Dixon.

The 55th annual Burgoo Festival is Saturday, Oct. 11 and Sunday, Oct. 12 in downtown Utica.

Fall events in Kendall County include Yorkville's Scarecrow Walk, the Oswego Cemetery Walk, Fall Fest at the Kendall County Fairgrounds and more.

Activities include hemp harvesting, hemp leaf juicing, caramel-making workshop, hemp paper making, a farm-to-table buffet, live music, drum circle, bonfire and much more.

This popular fall craft beer festival will be held at the Sterling Marketplace on Saturday, Oct. 11.

It's a weekend of fall fun in Ottawa, with the Scarecrow Fest Saturday and Fall Fest on Sunday.