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Scarecrow Weekend

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Fri, Oct 11 – Sun, Oct 13, 2024

450 W. Main Street , St. Charles, IL 60174

Scarecrow Weekend is a three-day event hosted throughout downtown St. Charles. Find scarecrows, family-friendly activities and much more!

The 39th annual Scarecrow Weekend will be held October 11th-13th in downtown St. Charles, Illinois.

110+ handmade scarecrows will be showcased around town for visitors to view and vote on their favorites. There will be a Family Zone with live entertainment and family fun as well as an Activity Zone with festive photo ops, Scarecrow-to-Go and family activities.

While visiting, make sure to treat yourself to many sales, specials, and events throughout town including the Autumn on the Fox Craft Show in Pottawatomie Park. ​

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Courtyard by Marriott St. Charles

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