Enchanted Adventure Is a Must-See Illinois Fall Event

Now that fall has officially arrived in Illinois, it’s time to start filling those fall bucket lists, and I just discovered a unique family adventure that looks like it belongs at the very top of yours.

Fall Adventures in Illinois

My favorite season of the year is finally here, and I am STOKED!

There is just something about fall in Illinois that makes me want to find every excuse possible to put on a hoodie, grab a warm drink, eat apples and donuts, and go on an outdoor adventure on a beautiful crisp night.

As I was scrolling through social media recently, I came across this video that immediately stopped me in my tracks:

What exactly is Enchanted Adventure, and how do I get there?

'Enchanted Adventure' at The Forge

The Forge: Lemont Quarries is an adventure park in Lemont, Illinois, featuring ziplining, gem panning, mini golf, paddle sports, biking... basically fun for all ages in all seasons, but this fall it's transforming into a magical pumpkin experience.

A Glowing Pumpkin Adventure in Illinois

Enchanted Adventure isn't your typical pumpkin patch where you walk around, take a few pictures and go home with a pumpkin. It's a half-mile, illuminated trail filled with thousands of intricately carved pumpkins, creative displays, and other "mischievous" fun.

Enchanted Adventure features three themed worlds: Monsters, Magic, and Mischief, where you'll see awesome things like a giant glowing kraken, a Pumpkin Stonehenge, and even pumpkin catapults!

For young adventurers, there is a 'Creepy Crawly Kid Zone' and 'Boos Bounces', and families can play an 18-hole Graveyard Mini Golf course complete with tombstones, fog and other surprises.

Enchanted Adventure FAQs

Enchanted Adventure opens Friday, September 25 starting at 7 p.m. and will be open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights until November 1.

The trail takes about an hour to walk through, is ADA accessible, and stroller and wagon friendly. Enchanted Adventure is also family friendly, so you don't have to worry about any scary things jumping out at you along the trail. (Thank goodness!)

Grab tickets and find more information about Enchanted Adventure pumpkin walk at The Forge: Lemont Quarries at forgeparks.com.

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