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Cantigny Fall Festival

Parade Field
Sunday, October 13: 10 am – 9 pm

For the second year in a row, our fall festival will be an entire weekend! The fun begins Friday night, October 11, from 4 – 11 pm with live music on the Cantigny parade field! Cozy up on the Adirondacks around a firepit or play lawn games. We’ll do it again on Saturday night after a fun day featuring over 50 craft vendors, hayrides, petting zoo, live music and entertainment, kids’ craft, and pumpkin and plant sales. Our three-day festival concludes at 4 pm on Sunday with another full day of colorful, seasonal fun for the whole family.

Parking until 4PM

Parking after 4PM


Sunday Highlights

Biergarten: 6 – 11 pm

The Fall Fest Biergarten features live entertainment throughout the weekend, seasonal favorite foods, and a top-notch selection of seasonal and craft beers.

With smoked sausages, pierogies, pretzels and more, the whole family will certainly find something delicious in the Biergarten.

Live Music Schedule


10:30 am – 12 pm: Guy Meets Girl – Main Stage
11 – 11:45 am: Scribblemonster – Kids Stage
12:30 – 2:30 pm: Guy Meets Girl – Main Stage
1 – 1:45 pm: Scribblemonster – Kids Stage
3 – 4:15 pm: Guy Meets Girl – Main Stage
3 – 3:45: Scribblemonster – Kids Stage

Cody & Alyssa are a dynamic duo touring the U.S., sharing original music that celebrates life’s challenges and joys. They find solace in songwriting and adventure, aiming to inspire others along the way.

Family Fun & Crafts: 10 am – 4 pm

  • 100 Craft vendors
  • Petting Zoo (fees apply)
  • Hay Rides (fees apply)
  • Plant Sales
  • Craft (fees apply)

Walking Tours

Join Horticulture staff for a walk around Cantigny’s grounds, focusing on our mum displays. Tours will depart from the back of the Visitors Center at 11 am, 12:30, 2, and 3:15 pm. The walks are expected to last no more than 60 minutes, but feel free to join or leave at any point along the way!