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When the treetops begin their stunning display, the sunsets set fire to the horizon, and you’re drinking in the balmy air along sun-dappled pathways, you know it’s autumn in the Middle of Everything.
Fall Colors Trip Planner
Dispatches From Every Region
Use our interactive fall color tracker and check back weekly for reports on where to find autumn hues in Illinois — and the best places to see the fall colors for yourself.
The 12 Best Places to See Fall Colors in Illinois
Over 200 species of trees in Illinois equals an infinite amount of fall colors. We’re sharing the 12 places with the most scenic views of the changing autumn hues.
Illinois' Fall Menu: Top Fall Foods to Eat & Drink
Illinois’ fall menu is filled with hearty fare and full-bodied drinks.
9 Must-Do Fall Activities in Illinois
Pumpkin patches? Check. Corn mazes? Check. Ziplines? Check. We’ve compiled a list of nine classic and under-the-radar ways to have fun this fall.
Road Trips
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Family Fun in Illinois
Things to do with kids with Illinois, including rollercoasters, waterslides, and all the tasty treats your picky eater could ask for. Read more about Family Fun in Illinois
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Where To Find Sustainable Stays & Green Getaways in Illinois
From farm-to-table restaurants to upcycled overnights, sustainability efforts can be found wherever you eat or stay while in Illinois. Read more about Where To Find Sustainable Stays & Green Getaways in Illinois
Fall in Chicago
Chicago gets cooler in the fall. And it’s not just the weather. A whole world of amazing autumn activities, delicious foods, and gorgeous colors awaits.
Spooky Sights & Scary Stays in Illinois
Eat & Drink
Spellbound in the suburbs
Outdoors & Regional
Tour of Spookiness & Charm
Outdoors & Regional
Illinois Fall Color Report
Fall Colors
Great Pumpkin Country
Family Fun
Fall thrills & chills in Illinois
Family Fun
8 Illinois Autumn Adventures To Fall For
Road Trips
Frights & delights in Illinois
Outdoors & Regional
Roadside distractions
Offbeat Illinois
Explore the Regions: Colorful Fall Getaways
Regional Getaways
Haunted Chicago
Family Fun