Surrounded by the charm of a small town, nestled within the cobblestone-lined streets, adventures are waiting to be explored.
Memories are made from new experiences, moments had with loved ones, and stories that are shared among friends over a drink and a great meal.
Long Grove, IL is a town designed to make memories.
From the unique boutique shops along the streets, the dining and nightlife events that occur on a weekly basis, to the spectacular festivals – every day something special is happening in Long Grove, IL.
Thanks to all of the participants at this year’s Pet Costume Parade for joining us yesterday! Your creativity and enthusiasm are second to none. Didn’t make it this year? Take a look at some scenes from our annual event in historic downtown Long Grove.
And a huge round of applause for our sponsors for helping us put together this event:
@reneeclarkhomes
@brothersfield
@bentleyslonggrove
Fetch Pet Care of Buffalo Grove
How much does it weigh? This GIANT pumpkin has been on display in historic downtown Long Grove for almost a month. It’s currently parked in the Stempel Parking Lot. You need to stand next to it for the full experience!
There are only a few days left to enter the “Guess the Weight” contest. Stop by the truck and scan the code to enter your guess. Entry with the closest guess will win $500. In the event of a tie (multiple entrants with the winning guess) the prize will be split between those winning entries.
This pumpkin will be weighed on October 20, 2024 at 2 pm at @brothersfield during the annual Pet Costume Parade.
A huge thank you to Farmer Paul for growing this beauty right here in Long Grove, Illinois and to The Mulch Center for donating this pumpkin and the prize for the winner(s).
FREE event alert! Join us this Sunday, October 20 at noon for the Annual Pet Costume Parade. Registration not required but is recommended for participating pets. See our Profile Link ⬆️ to register. Check in and judging takes place at @brothersfield
🐶 Free to participate and free to watch
🦴 Judging Categories: Best Dressed, Most Unique Costume, Judge’s Favorite
🎃 Watch the Giant Pumpkin get weighed “live” during this event and hear the winner(s) of the “Guess the Weight Contest” announced
Thank you to our Sponsors:
@brothersfield
@reneeclarkhomes
@bentleyslonggrove
Fetch Pet Care of Buffalo Grove
Spooky season is in full swing in historic downtown Long Grove! Here are eight ways to get your fright on before the end of October:
1. Tickets still available for the Long Grove Historical Society's annual Ghostwalk on October 25. Visit longgrovehistory.org for tickets and more info.
2. Frightful finds at @withinreachlonggrove and @vintagecharmhomestead. Snatch them up before they disappear...
3. Many of the DIY Scarecrows from our event on October 12 are now scaring crows and thrilling visitors along our downtown streets. Come out to see them and vote for your favorites through October 31.
4. Fun for your furballs at our annual Pet Costume Parade is this Sunday, October 20. Visit our PROFILE LINK to register.
5. Day of the Dead-themed 10th Anniversary Celebration at @epilogueartlg featuring uniquely crafted artworks made just for this event.
6. Snag a spooktacular sweater for your favorite plush primate at the @sockmonkeymuseum.
7. Spooky Beer Month continues at @buffalocreekbrewing featuring small batch beer releases each Friday... 10/18 Peanut Butter Stout and 10/25 Candy Corn Ale
8. Spooktacular Cabaret, October 18 at @brothersfield. A free show featuring spine-tingling performances by @fredastairelonggrove.
Visit our PROFILE LINKS ⬆️ for more ideas about spending time any time of year in our historic downtown.
📸 from our friends at: Long Grove Historical Society, Within Reach, Vintage Charm Homestead, Village of Long Grove, Epilogue Arts, Sock Monkey Museum, Buffalo Creek Brewing, Fred Astaire Dance Studio - Long Grove
It’s the perfect fall day to visit historic downtown Long Grove! Join us behind the Fred Astaire Dance Studio for the annual DIY Scarecrow Day, 12-4 pm. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.
Bonus fun in Covered Bridge Park!
Visit the Mulch Center Pumpkin Patch for their pumpkin giveaway this afternoon including demonstrations by a professional pumpkin carver.
Get to town early for shopping and lunch. Stay late for dinner, drinks and entertainment.
Oh what a spellbinding night! Thanks to all the witches for visiting historic downtown Long Grove for Witches Night Out yesterday! Here’s just a slice of the spook-tivities from spots all around town.
Tonight's the night! These historic downtown Long Grove businesses are ready for you to join them for Witches Night Out, 5–8 pm. Check out all of the spook-tacular specials, discounts and more!
@shopbelladonnaboutique
A chance to win a gift certificate with any purchase
@bloomingboutiqueflowers
@brokenearthwinerylg
Serving homemade sangria
@corkedlonggrove
Drink Specials: The Black Rose and The El Diablo
Country House of Long Grove
20% off Halloween Merchandise and a DJ
@thechatterboxlg
10% off to everyone who comes in costume.
Specialty Drinks: Mary’s (Sanderson) Martini, Practical Magic, Witches Brew, Charmed
@enzoandlucia
The Wicked Twist specialty drink
@epilogueartlg
Witch ornaments, FREE spooky tattoos, and sale specials for witches!
@fredastairelonggrove
Free salsa lessons between 5-8pm.
@joaniespizzerialonggrove
Witches in costume get 10% off their bill. Specialty cocktail for the night will be “Drunken Witches Pot”.
@longgroveapplehaus
A chance to win a Brown Bag Apple Pie.
@longgrovecoffeeco
Ladies Night Karaoke and Sweets
@long_grove_confectionery_co
A gift with purchase and a chance to win a Boo Box and samples.
@maandpascandy
Samples of our Cotton Candy Glitter Bombs served with flavored seltzers, drawings for discounts and prizes and DJ Rachel Leigh.
@shopoliviasboutique
Gift certificates for the best dressed witches, plus 30-70% Special Sale and Witches Bubbly!
@parakeetpilates
Serving non-alcoholic beer, wine and more and gift basket drawings
SAVE THIS POST and share it with a witch who need to know! Our downtown Long Grove businesses have been busy preparing for a spook-tacular night! Swipe to see all of the offerings available during Witches Night Out tomorrow, October 10, 5-8pm. Don't forget to register and check-in at the Village Tavern for a chance to win one of many $25 Gift Cards and Certificates good at our downtown merchants. Visit our LINK IN BIO > Witches Night Out to learn more and to REGISTER!
Occasionally, the Historic Downtown Long Grove will be filming content for social media and website posting. If you object to having your likeness posted, please advise the Visitors Center so your wishes may be accommodated.