Experience the Midwest

Events and Festivals in the Midwest

NOW - SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Moon Tunes 2024

La Crosse, WI

 

We want you, your family and friends to have a great night at Moon Tunes. We offer a wide variety of music throughout the summer concert series.

Nearest Amtrak Station: La Crosse, WI (LSE)

NOW - SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Kansas City Royals Baseball

Kansas City, MO

 

Head down to Kauffman Stadium for an eventful night cheering on your Kansas City Royals Baseball team.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Kansas City, MO (KCY)

NOW - SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Milwaukee Brewers Baseball

Milwaukee, WI

 

Hurry and grab your tickets ahead of time for the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball season. Join us at the American Family Field for a guaranteed fun experience with your family and friends.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Milwaukee, WI (MKE)

NOW - SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Chicago Cubs Baseball

Chicago, IL

 

Grab your gear and head down to the historic Wrigley Field, known as Wrigleyville, to cheer on your Chicago Cubs’ first home game.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Chicago, IL (CHI)

NOW - SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Cardinals Baseball

St. Louis, MO

 

Cheer on the Cardinals’ first home game at Busch Stadium.

Nearest Amtrak Station: St. Louis, MO (STL)

NOW - OCTOBER 26, 2024

Outdoor Market Weekends

La Crosse, WI

 

Come enjoy the Outdoor Market Weekends from now until October to enjoy the farmers market, flea market, Amish goods and more.

Nearest Amtrak Station: La Crosse, WI (LSE)

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

First Friday Art Walk

Hermann, MO

 

Experience the beauty of Hermann with local and regional artists exhibiting their dynamic works and live demos in many locations throughout town. Enjoy live music, dancing and shopping while trying the offerings from local wineries, breweries, distilleries and restaurants.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Hermann, MO (HEM)

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Be The Light Walk 2024

Green Bay, WI

 

Be The Light Walk is a family-friendly community event featuring an inspiring keynote speaker, a mental health resource fair, picturesque 1-mile walk through Downtown Green Bay to prevent suicide and reduce stigma.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Green Bay, WI (GBY)

SEPTEMBER 6 - 8, 2024

German American Oktoberfest

Chicago, IL

 

Enjoy the annual Oktoberfest at the heart of Lincoln Square, with a free festival featuring food, drinks, dancing, entertainment and more.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Chicago, IL (CHI)

SEPTEMBER 22 - 23, 2024

N.E.W. Pride Alive Festival

Green Bay, WI

 

Each year, N.E.W. Pride puts on a number of events including Northeastern Wisconsin Pride. This family-friendly pride event features fireworks, live music, a local history exhibit, drag performances and more.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Green Bay, WI (GBY)

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Harbor Fest

Green Bay, WI

 

Join us for the Harbor Fest this year down on Greenfield Avenue. There will be a mix of wonderful individuals, organizations and companies coming together to celebrate the unique neighborhood. Enjoy delicious food trucks, boats, environmental groups and kid-friendly activities.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Milwaukee-Downtown, WI (MKE)

SEPTEMBER 13 - OCTOBER 27, 2024

China Lights: Year of the Dragon

Milwaukee, WI

 

Gaze at over 40 larger-than-life light displays on approximately nine acres at Boerner Botanical Gardens, made of over 1,000 components, illuminated with LED lighting for an amazing visual experience.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Milwaukee-Downtown, WI (MKE)

SEPTEMBER 12 - OCTOBER 31, 2024

Pirates and Pumpkins

St. Louis, MO

 

The St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station is being invaded by pirates and a spooky patch of magnificently carved pumpkins. Take a self-guided tour through a highly themed wonderland of treasure caves and grottos. Follow pirate clues through the marine habitats and hands-on animal adventures. Families will have the opportunity to "Trick or Treat" on Fridays & Saturdays from 5 pm - 8 pm at Union Station, one block west of Gateway Station.

Nearest Amtrak Station: St. Louis, MO (STL)

SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 31, 2024

Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up

Chicago, IL

 

Come celebrate Chicago’s largest fall festival. Jack’s Pumpkin Pop-Up is an over-the-top pop-up that includes a giant corn maze, carnival games, photo opportunities, axe throwing, bars, food trucks and tons of pumpkins.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Chicago, IL (CHI)

SEPTEMBER 15 - OCTOBER 31, 2024

Fall Colors Trip

Alton, Carbondale and Normal, IL

 

Check out the fall foliage colors with this Fall Color Trip Planner from Enjoy Illinois. Take in the seasonal beauty as you ride Amtrak Illinois Service.

Nearest Amtrak Station: Bloomington-Normal, IL (BNL) - Carbondale, IL (CDL) - ‎Alton, IL (ALN)

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