Fall Fun Fest 2026

Celebrate the season with the Hanover Park Park District at Fall Fun Fest 2026! Join us for an afternoon filled with live music, family activities, local vendors, great food, and plenty of fall fun for all ages.

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Saturday, September 5, 2026
2:00–7:00 PM

Hanover Park Park District Community Center
1919 Walnut Ave., Hanover Park, IL 60133
Admission is FREE!

 

Live Music

Enjoy live entertainment throughout Fall Fun Fest featuring two great bands!

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Serendipity will bring a fun mix of pop and rock favorites spanning the decades, from classic hits to today’s music.

 

Then get ready for Loudernow Emo & Pop-Punk Tribute Band as they close out Fall Fun Fest with the songs that defined the emo and pop-punk era.

 

FREE Family Activities

There’s plenty for kids and families to explore throughout the festival, including FREE bounce houses and inflatables, FREE hayrides, face painting, a corn pit, games, crafts, sensory activities, and more family fun!

 

Wildlife Encounter with The Natural Naturalist

Get up close with some amazing animals during our Wildlife Encounter with The Natural Naturalist!

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Kim, a longtime educator who spent 20 years teaching through Brookfield Zoo’s education program, will be at Fall Fun Fest with a variety of Animal Ambassadors. Stop by throughout the event to learn about the natural world and meet some fascinating animals. Many of the animals can be touched, and some may even be held.

 

Food & Fall Favorites

Come hungry! Fall Fun Fest will feature a variety of local food vendors and food trucks serving up plenty of options throughout the afternoon.

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Adults can also stop by the Beer Garden and enjoy seasonal favorites while listening to live music.

 

Local Craft Vendors & Community Organizations

Explore our vendor area featuring local craft vendors, businesses, sponsors, and community organizations. Shop local, discover unique items, meet organizations serving our community, and visit our event sponsors at their booths.

 

FREE Hayrides

Hop aboard for a FREE hayride during Fall Fun Fest! Hayrides will be available throughout the event for families to enjoy at no additional cost.

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Special thanks to First Eagle Bank, our Hayride Sponsor, for helping make this attraction possible.

 

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Fall Fun Fest would not be possible without the support of our community partners and sponsors, including:

 

Sahara Homecare – Stage Sponsor
AW Auto Repair – Stage Sponsor
First Eagle Bank – Hayride Sponsor
Hanover Park Community Bank – Community Sponsor
Greater Family Health – Community Sponsor
ERG Elite Remodeling Group – Booth Sponsor
J. Blanton Plumbing – Booth Sponsor
World System Builder – Booth Sponsor
Diane’s Boutique – Booth Sponsor

 

A special thank you to the Village of Hanover Park for supporting this community event.

 

We’ll See You at Fall Fun Fest!

Bring your family and friends and spend the afternoon celebrating fall with the Hanover Park Park District. From live music and free bounce houses to animals, hayrides, face painting, food, craft vendors, and the Beer Garden, there’s something for everyone.

 

Saturday, September 5 | 2–7 PM
1919 Walnut Ave., Hanover Park
FREE Admission