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Admission from $10.
Sonny Acres Farm in West Chicago is a family destination centered on seasonal activities and farm experiences. Visitors enjoy the Kiddie Korral, jumping pillow, and amusements throughout the property. The farm hosts seasonal festivals including the Sonny Acres Farm Rodeo, featuring professional rodeo events. A farm store sells produce and other items. The on-site kitchen serves food to guests during their visit. The farm spans more than 125 years of history as a Chicagoland destination. Recent ownership transitions have brought major upgrades across the property while maintaining family traditions. The farm also hosts events such as weddings, birthday parties, corporate outings, reunions, and retirement celebrations, making it suitable for groups beyond casual day visits. Families with children of various ages find activities suited to their needs at this working farm, from animal interactions to amusement attractions. The combination of seasonal programming, food service, and shopping creates a full visit experience.
Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Friday–Saturday 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
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2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Sep 19 – Oct 30Season
Families pick pumpkins, ride hayrides, visit farm animals, enjoy amusement rides and attractions, browse the farm store, and eat seasonal food throughout the festival grounds.
Check event details and ticket requirements with the venue.
“SEPTEMBER 19th – OCTOBER 30th”
Oct 2 – 30Season
Interactive haunted attractions with live actors pull guests through spine-chilling scenes on a hayride and in a barn. Available select nights in October.
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“OCT 2–4 | OCT 9–11 | OCT 16–18 | OCT 22–25 | OCT 29–30”
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3 miWest Chicago
Mon–Thu 5:00 PM–9:30 PM, Fri 7:00 PM–11:00 PM, Sat 2:00 PM–11:00 PM, Sun 2:00 PM–9:30 PM
West Chicago
Daily 10:00 am – 8:00 pm (Mon-Thu), 10:00 am – 10:00 pm (Fri-Sun)
2 miWest Chicago
Thursday – Monday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
2 miWest Chicago
Monday & Wednesday 12:00pm - 3:00pm and 6:30pm - 9:00pm, Tuesday & Thursday 10:30am - 3:00pm and 6:30pm - 9:00pm, Friday 12:00pm - 6:00pm, Saturday 7:00am - 7:00pm, Sunday 7:00am - 7:00pm
2 miOct 10 – Nov 14 · Second Saturdays at the Museum
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