Events in Elmhurst — October 2026 (74 Things to Do)

October 2026 in Elmhurst, Illinois brings 74 live events across the city, led by family (24), community (15), literary (13). 4 events are explicitly listed as free. Here's what's on.

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What's happening in Elmhurst in October 2026?

There are 74 events in Elmhurst, Illinois in October 2026, including Fun for 3s, 4s, and 5s at Elmhurst Public Library, Genealogy: Rules I Learned Along the Way at Elmhurst Public Library, One Book, One Elmhurst Adult Book Discussion: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb at Elmhurst Public Library, Create with Clay at Elmhurst Public Library. Browse the full October 2026 calendar on VenuNite.

Are there free things to do in Elmhurst in October 2026?

Yes — 4 October 2026 events are explicitly listed as free in Elmhurst. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.

How do I find events in Elmhurst for a specific date in October 2026?

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Events in Elmhurst — October 2026

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Fun for 3s, 4s, and 5s

Genealogy: Rules I Learned Along the Way

One Book, One Elmhurst Adult Book Discussion: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

Create with Clay

One Book, One Elmhurst Adult Book Discussion: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

The Glow Society Exclusive PCA Skin Skincare Event at Massage Envy Elmhurst

Fleet Feet Running Club: Fleet Feet Elmhurst

Ghosts and Giggles: a Comedy Fundraiser

Little Wigglers

Ageless Grace

Friday Features: Independence Day

Pumpkin Catapults

Art Therapy Night

Romp & Rhyme

Canasta: Open Play

Color & Chill

Read to the Dogs

Goldfish Haunted Trail

Kids' Chess Club

Linson Jamison Live Color Class: Reverse Lived-In & Illuminated Brunette

Mother Goose & Me

Scrabble

Memory Cafe

Drawing for Beginners

Ciao Italia

Beginner Mahjong at Brewpoint

Baby Brunch

Little Wigglers

Sketching Elmhurst

Bridge and Pinochle

Coloring and Conversation

Big Bad Wolf: Hair Dryer Challenge

GreenMan Theatre Presents: Spooky Stories

Romp & Rhyme

American Mah Jongg: Open Play

Fall Prevention

Maker Kids: T-Shirt Design

Next Chapter Book Club

Fun for 3s, 4s, and 5s

Trading Travels

Lobby Drop-in with State Representative Marti Deuter

Making Sense of Menopause

City of Big Songs: Tunes About Chicago and the Stories Behind the Music

Little Wigglers

Chair Yoga

Friday Features: Elvis

Practical 3D Printing with Tinkercad

Romp & Rhyme

Canasta: Open Play

Family Diwali Party

Short and Scary Writing Contest Winners Read Their Stories

10/25 - Chicago Big Band - Music & Dancing - Knights of Columbus - Elmhurst

Teen Crafternoon: Mini Ghost Terrariums

For Mystery Lovers: The Dentist by Tim Sullivan

Vintage Jazz Ensemble

Mother Goose & Me

Board and Card Games Open Play

Little Wigglers

Library Insiders: No Shush Movie

Bridge and Pinochle

Fun for 3s, 4s, and 5s

Fun for 3s, 4s, and 5s

Genealogy: Rules I Learned Along the Way

Genealogy: Rules I Learned Along the Way

One Book, One Elmhurst Adult Book Discussion: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

One Book, One Elmhurst Adult Book Discussion: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

Create with Clay

Create with Clay

One Book, One Elmhurst Adult Book Discussion: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

One Book, One Elmhurst Adult Book Discussion: Symphony of Secrets by Brendan Slocumb

The Glow Society Exclusive PCA Skin Skincare Event at Massage Envy Elmhurst

The Glow Society Exclusive PCA Skin Skincare Event at Massage Envy Elmhurst

Fleet Feet Running Club: Fleet Feet Elmhurst

Fleet Feet Running Club: Fleet Feet Elmhurst