Harvest Hoot 17 Oct 2026 The City of Des Plaines hosts Harvest Hoot at Oakton College every October, which includes live entertainment on two stages, an inflatable corn maze and bounce house, a live pumpkin carving demonstration, a variety of family activities (including a Touch a Truck area), a harvest artisan market, food trucks, and more. Tagged as: , Community Events, Events
Pumpkin Smash 07 Nov 2026 Please don't put it in the trash; bring it to the smash and green your Halloween! In partnership with the Des Plaines Park District, the City is hosting the Pumpkin Smash composting event on Saturday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the north parking lot of Prairie Lakes Community Center (515 E. Thacker St.). Prairie Lakes North Parking Lot, 515 E. Thacker St., Des Plaines, IL 60016 Tagged as: , City Services, Community Events, Events