Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Des Plaines

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Pumpkin Availability In Des Plaines Area For 2021

Pumpkin patches in the Des Plaines area are gearing up for the peak season.

2021 Fall Foliage Peak Predictions In Des Plaines Area

The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in Illinois and other U.S. states.

Father's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Des Plaines Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Des Plaines Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Mother’s Day 2021: Surprise Mom By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Des Plaines Patch.

Des Plaines Christmas Tree Farm Guide For 2020

Many local Christmas tree farms are taking coronavirus precautions to help you and yours enjoy a happy holiday.

Weekend Fun: Find A Pumpkin Patch Near Des Plaines

Looking for a Des Plaines-area pumpkin patch before Halloween? Check out the Patch list.

Best Des Plaines-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Des Plaines-area pumpkin patches have to offer.

Des Plaines’s 4th Of July Parade 2020 Canceled

Des Plaines's traditional Fourth of July parade was set to take place at 10 a.m. on July 4.

Holiday Train To Make Stop In Bensenville Monday

Meghan Patrick, Tanika Charles and Kelly Prescott​ will perform in Gurnee and Bensenville on Monday, Dec. 2.

Des Plaines 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in and around Des Plaines.

Woodfield Mall Hosts Easter Eggstravaganza for Area Families

On March 30, the Schaumburg mall invites families to enjoy free Easter-themed activities and take photos with Bunny

Easter Bunny Photo Experience at Woodfield Mall

Popular Caring Bunny and Pet Photo Night events offer additional special opportunities for photos with the Easter Bunny

Woodfield Mall Hosts Caring Santa® This Holiday Season

Popular event offers special opportunity for festive photos with Santa

Des Plaines July 4th Fireworks, Parades and More: 2018 Guide

Here's your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in and around Des Plaines.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.

Sheep at Tree-Lighting

Salvation Army Sheep Mascot at Holiday tree-lighting

Vietnam Vet's Oakton Service Project Will Be Displayed At Library

Vietnam veteran Les Durov is studying photography at Oakton Community College.

Santa Claus Visits Creative Corners Preschool

Santa's visit was a hit at the Creative Corners Preschool annual holiday party.

Post Halloween Pumpkin Event a Smashing Success!

Tossing dozens of pumpkins down a sled hill after Halloween can be a thrilling sport, and you help the environment!

10 of the Craziest Corn Maze Designs in Illinois

Here are 10 of the craziest corn mazes in Illinois and their designs for this year.

Apple of My Eye: The Best Spots to Go Apple-Picking This Fall

Check out this map and list if you need help finding out where to go apple-picking with family and friends this season.

Des Plaines Park District's Day Camps Join together for Third Annual Field Day

Annual Field Day brings camps together for fun and friendly competition.

Illinois' Fourth of July celebration checklist

These maps show how Illinoisans could be commemorating Independence Day

Your Independence Day Weekend Weather, Chicago

We’ve got the weather details for the next few days.

Watch for Fourth of July Weekend Tollway Construction

Look out for these Chicago-area highway construction spots during your holiday travels.

8th Annual Spring Fun Fair Draws Hundreds

Many Des Plaines organizations and agencies join together for another successful Spring Fun Fair at Mountain View and Juno Lighting.

Traveling in Illinois for Easter Weekend?

Here are 12 special Easter eggs for you to find.

It's National Puppy Day: Call for Photos

March 23 is National Puppy Day. Share your photos and we’ll put together a Patch Pets gallery.

The Top 16 Most Unusual Festivals in Illinois

Turkey testicles, anyone?

Golf Maine Park District Hosts Easter Egg Hunt on April 4

As one of the most cherished childhood traditions, the Easter Egg Hunt in Dee Park will delight all ages. Check it out!

Des Plaines History Center and Russian Teachers to Color Easter Eggs

Family program about Easter egg traditions Saturday, April 4, from 1-4 p.m. at the History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines, IL

Shopping Made Easy: Des Plaines Patch 2014 Holiday Gift Guide

Find gifts for everyone on your shopping list.