One of the Village of Barrington’s most popular autumn events – their annual Scarecrow Festival – returns Saturday, October 15, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Park in downtown Barrington.
The free festival will feature pony rides; scarecrow, pumpkin and cookie decorating; and inflatable games for the kids. Bob the DJ will be on hand to delight the crowd with his special costume and favorite spooky songs.
Materials for scarecrows will be provided, and festival goers can bring clothing and accessories to personalize their creations. There will also be a variety of food options which will be available for purchase. Come and join the fun!
A beautiful, historic suburb just 40 miles northwest of Chicago, Barrington’s 10,000+ residents pride themselves on the Village’s hometown charm and small-town heritage. The Village of Barrington serves as the hub of activity for the 90-square-mile Barrington area, which consists of 7 independent villages and more than 43,000 residents. The Metra train stops right in the village center, connecting Barrington to the City of Chicago. Learn more at Barrington-IL.gov.
