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Category: Festivals
Legends & Lanterns®: A "Spirited" Journey through Halloween History returns this October to bring you three weekends (October 10-11, 17-18, and 23-25) of frightfully fun experiences. Talk to Legends like Captain Hook, the Big Bad Wolf, and Lizzie Borden, explore historical exhibits, and enjoy daily…
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Get your Dirndl and Lederhosen and find your stein, because the 40th annual Saint Charles Oktoberfest is right around the corner. From September 25-27, Frontier Park transforms into a German village complete with food stalls, gift vendors, and non-stop entertainment. Bavarian flags line the park…
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Inspired by the rolling landscape surrounding the city, French Canadian explorer Louis Blanchette named the settlement Les Petites Côtes (“The Little Hills”) when he founded St. Charles. Today, that history lives on through the Festival of the Little Hills, a free three-day arts and crafts fair…
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What happens when you use fire as a tool to create art? The Foundry Art Centre invites guests to find this out at Fire Arts Fest on January 30 from 5 PM to 9 PM. This one-night-only winter spectacle transforms the Foundry Art Centre into a glowing indoor-outdoor event where flame-fueled creativity…
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Whether you're a seasoned traveler, a history buff, Christmas enthusiast, or just in need of a new adventure, St. Charles is the place to be! From shopping on historic Main Street to enjoying top-notch festivals, St. Charles offers something for everyone. We've rounded up 26 reasons why 2026 is the…
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