Again in 2024 Fall Fest Carnival operator Fantasy Amusement is ticketless!
Purchase a $2.00 Fun Pass Card and easily load and reload balance at the kiosks in the carnival area. They can be used by more than one person when visiting the same ride, game, etc!
$30 unlimited ride wristbands can be purchased and used on Saturday & Sunday, 12:00pm-5:00pm. NOTE: unlimited ride wristbands expire at 5:00pm on the day they are purchased.

For more details visit https://www.fantasyamusements.com/ 

Starred KidZone activities require you to purchase tickets at the tent near the north entrance of KidZone. Cash and card are both accepted at the KidZone ticket booth.
Climbing wall (FREE)
Petting zoo - Sponsored by the Des Plaines Community Foundation
Face Painting*
Hands-on Crafts
Family Photo Area
Inflatable Obstacle Course (FREE)

Entertainment Schedule


For more information, contact Lizzie Karras at Lizzie.Karras@dpparks.org
847-391-5711

Saturday, Sept. 13: noon-5:00pm
Sunday, Sept. 14: noon-5:00pm

Make a corn husk doll and other historical crafts for free, see history come to life with costumed reenactors, and stock up on the latest Des Plaines merchandise!

Cash and credit are both accepted for purchases and donations at the History Center tent.

Bring your favorite ride on over to Lake Park to participate in our annual car show and contest!
Sunday, September 14

Lakeview Center parking lot
1177 Howard Ave

Trophies include Best in Show and People's Choice.
Register on-site. $20 registration fee.

For more information, contact Kurt Begalka at kbegalka@desplaineshistory.org
847-391-5399