Things to do around Naperville this weekend: Oct. 24-26

Friday, Oct. 24

Early Voting Begins
Naperville Municipal Center, Meeting Rooms B&C – 400 S. Eagle Street Naperville, IL 60540
Early Voting for the Illinois Gubernatorial Election runs from Oct. 20 through Nov. 1. The General Election is Tues., Nov. 4, when polls are open 6AM-7PM. Visit the PN Election and Voter’s Guide and vote with knowledge of the candidates on the ballot.

Family Fun Friday Night: Fairy Tale Fest – 5:30PM
DuPage Children’s Museum – 301 North Washington Street Naperville, IL 60540
Family Fun Friday Night: Fairy Tale Fest Dress up in your best fairy tale refinery for an evening filled with costumes, stories, activities, and happy endings. Celebrate literacy while creating your own royal stamp for sealing secret messages; a hobby horse, unicorn, or dragon to ride as your steed; and a banner to fly over your castle or ship. Storytelling, puppet shows, and mysterious treats and potions round out a magical event. Family Fun Friday Nights are designed to give busy families the opportunity to enjoy extended hours on Friday evenings. The Museum is open until 8PM, with a special performance or activity on most Friday nights. Free with Museum membership or admission.

‘Much Ado About Nothing’ – 7PM| $10
Naperville North High School Performing Arts Center – 899 No. Mill St. Naperville, IL 60563
NNHS is proud to introduce our new award winning set designer and technical director, Patrick Spreadbury. Patrick is focusing his efforts on creating a modern era setting, the 1960’s, for this original battle of the sexes production Much Ado About Nothing. Much Ado About Nothing contemplates Benedick and Beatrice, both opposed to marriage and each other as they hide their infatuation beneath witty barbs; and young love blossoms as Hero and Claudio race to the altar. When the wicked Don John conspires to break up the wedding, will false accusations and misunderstandings prevent the young couple’s happy ending? The timelessness of Shakespeare’s words will show why this is one of his most popular and delightful comedies. Friday Night Reception, sponsored by DeEtta’s Bakery, follows the Oct. 24 performance Performances are October 24 and 25 at 7PM, October 26 at 2PM. Ticket Prices: $5 Students/Seniors; $10 Adults. (630) 420-6821.

High School Football Week 9: Visit www.sports.positivelynaperville.com for a preview of all the games around town.  Area schools will try to clinch a spot in the IHSA Playoffs.

Saturday, Oct. 25

Fiber Art Show – All Day | Free
Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery – 508 N. Center St. Naperville, IL 60563
Fiber Art Show to be one-of-a-kind The annual Fiber Art Divas show will be held October 15 through 25 at the Naperville Fine Art Center and Gallery, 508 North Center St., Naperville, IL. One-of-a-kind, original art incorporating techniques such as art quilting, wool felting, art crochet, mixed fiber, and silk painting will be displayed. Among the items will be wall art, fiber sculpture, jewelry, and wearable art, many of which will be available for sale. The show represents the work of the Fiber Art Divas, a local group of fiber art enthusiasts who meet monthly to share ideas and explore new techniques. Several of the group’s members are nationally-known, award-winning artists. Theme challenges from the past year will be featured along with other work.  Show hours are Wednesday & Friday noon to 4PM, Thursday noon to 8PM, Saturday 10AM to 4PM and Sunday 2 to 4PM. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information about upcoming exhibits at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery, visit www.napervilleartleague.com or call (630) 355-2530.

Naperville Plaza Fall Festival – 11AM-3PM | Free
Naperville Plaza, Gartner at Washington
Don’t miss out on this event! Free fun for the whole family and friends. Many of the businesses in Naperville Plaza will welcome trick-or-treaters and some will even have activities such as a Petting Zoo from 10AM-2PM. There is no cover charge and the first 250 children to show up will receive a free trick-or-treat bag! Take a stroll all around Naperville Plaza and enjoy this Halloween-themed fall festival.  Note: The Ice Princesses will be available from 9-11AM at Sherwin Williams. And orange you going to guess the weight of the giant pumpkin at Casey’s Foods?

Scare-illon Concert – 7PM | Free
Millennium Carillon – 443 Aurora Avenue Naperville, IL 60540
Head to the Millennium Carillon for a Halloween-themed concert! Hear spooky and atmospheric pieces, featuring both classical and popular music to set the mood. The concert is free and for all ages. Visit us at www.napervilleparks.org or call (630) 848-5000 for more information.

Sunday, Oct. 26

Trick or treat in downtown Naperville – 11AM to 1PM
Calling all ghouls and goblins! Come Downtown Naperville to enjoy a great morning/early afternoon filled with fun and lots of candy! 11AM – 1PM! The Trick or Treat Trolley will also be circling downtown offering complimentary rides, compliments of the Main Street Promenade for costumed kids and their parents. Safety first! Jefferson (between Webster and Washington) and Main (between Jackson and Van Buren) will be closed to vehicular traffic – trick or treat pedestrians only! In addition to free trolley rides, there will be games, balloons and a photo booth at the Main Street Promenade, members of the cast of School of Performing Arts – The Wizard of Oz will be strolling around downtown and 95.9FM the River will be broadcasting from the Wise Boxer Pour House. Trolley stops: There will be 4 pick up/drop off spots – 1) at the Main Street Promenade (in front of Hugo’s), 2) at Jackson & Eagle by the Dandelion Fountain, 3) at Chicago & Washington (in front of Barnes & Noble) or 4) at the Van Buren Parking Deck (Van Buren side, south entrance). Hop on board and trolley! Free to Ride!

Naperville Park District Halloween Happening – 1PM | Free
Riverwalk Grand Pavilion – downtown Naperville
Enjoy lots of free Halloween activities at Naperville’s best Halloween fest for little ones ages 10 and under! Visit www.napervilleparks.org or call (630) 848-5000 for more information. Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank, Naperville Bank & Trust, bd Mongolian Grill, Aurelio’s Pizza, Rocket Ice and KidSnips.

Check out PN’s Events Calendar for other events as well as to help plan next week and upcoming weekends.  On the blue navigation bar atop the Events Calendar, find calendars specific to Runs & Walks, Charity Golf, Festivals & Traditions over the course of the year as well as this month’s Book Events hosted by Anderson’s,  North Central College Performing Arts and happenings at Naper Settlement.