Events

Step through the Pinecone Cottage doorway into the cozy sanctuary of the forest hedge witch. This Journey to the Hedge Witch’s Hearth immersive afternoon tea experience, celebrates the rustic warmth of the kitchen hearth, the magic of the wild woods, and the ancient folklore of herbal remedies. Surrounded by overgrown moss, mismatched heirloom china, and […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for Mah Jong Open Play! Whether you're an experienced player looking for regular games or a newer player eager to gain experience, our weekly open play sessions are a great place to enjoy Mah Jong and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Players are welcome to bring their own Mah […]

Step through the Pinecone Cottage doorway into the cozy sanctuary of the forest hedge witch. This Journey to the Hedge Witch’s Hearth immersive afternoon tea experience, celebrates the rustic warmth of the kitchen hearth, the magic of the wild woods, and the ancient folklore of herbal remedies. Surrounded by overgrown moss, mismatched heirloom china, and […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Starting at 6:00 pm, we will run a 3-round best-of-1 swiss tournament. Entry for this event is $10. There will also be a prize pack pool of two Riftbound Booster Packs per participant. All participants will receive one pack, with additional […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2.There […]

About the Event Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights at the pub with host Tim Dite! Prize is awarded to the top team each week! 7:30PM start.

Fair Game is excited to host a Youth Board Game Meetup each week! This event runs after school every Wednesday from 3:00-5:30pm at Fair Game Downers Grove. Participants are granted admission with a $2 Venue Fee. Does your child love strategy games? This is a great opportunity for kids ages 12-15 to discover new favorite […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, brushes, […]

OVERVIEW Experience the Power of Laughter in the Fight Against Cancer A Comedic Conversation with Martin Short The H Foundation is thrilled to have beloved actor and comedian MARTIN SHORT join us for an exclusive on-stage comedic conversation to celebrate his extraordinary career along with delighting in his funniest and most memorable film and television […]

Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Jennifer Lynn Barnes, to celebrate the release of Dangerous Impulses (Deluxe Limited Edition), on Friday, November 6th at 6:00 pm at the Downers Grove First United Methodist Church. Event Format We will begin checking you in approximately 60 minutes before the start time. After a presentation and […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

  Join Happy Dog Barkery for their Make and Take Cookie Decorating Event on Saturday, November 7th from 1-4pm.

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for Mah Jong Open Play! Whether you're an experienced player looking for regular games or a newer player eager to gain experience, our weekly open play sessions are a great place to enjoy Mah Jong and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Players are welcome to bring their own Mah […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Starting at 6:00 pm, we will run a 3-round best-of-1 swiss tournament. Entry for this event is $10. There will also be a prize pack pool of two Riftbound Booster Packs per participant. All participants will receive one pack, with additional […]

  Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

About the Event Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights at the pub with host Tim Dite! Prize is awarded to the top team each week! 7:30 PM start.

Fair Game is excited to host a Youth Board Game Meetup each week! This event runs after school every Wednesday from 3:00-5:30pm at Fair Game Downers Grove. Participants are granted admission with a $2 Venue Fee. Does your child love strategy games? This is a great opportunity for kids ages 12-15 to discover new favorite […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

OVERVIEW Over a career that spanned more than six decades, Bob Uecker became one of the most recognizable and beloved voices in American sports. Known for his razor-sharp wit and relentless self-deprecating humor, Uecker transformed a modest career as a Major League backup catcher into an unlikely second act as a national comedian, actor, and […]

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, brushes, […]

Discover how to preserve the beauty of dried flowers and botanicals in resin while creating your own one-of-a-kind suncatcher. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of working with resin, techniques for preserving pressed flowers and plants, and how to transform them into a unique piece of art that catches the light beautifully. All […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for Mah Jong Open Play! Whether you're an experienced player looking for regular games or a newer player eager to gain experience, our weekly open play sessions are a great place to enjoy Mah Jong and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Players are welcome to bring their own Mah […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Starting at 6:00 pm, we will run a 3-round best-of-1 swiss tournament. Entry for this event is $10. There will also be a prize pack pool of two Riftbound Booster Packs per participant. All participants will receive one pack, with additional […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Carri Karuhn Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Carri Karuhn, to celebrate the release of Not Everything Burns, on Tuesday, November 17th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store. Event Format We will begin checking you in approximately 30 minutes before the start time. After a presentation and Q&A with the author, […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Fair Game is excited to host a Youth Board Game Meetup each week! This event runs after school every Wednesday from 3:00-5:30pm at Fair Game Downers Grove. Participants are granted admission with a $2 Venue Fee. Does your child love strategy games? This is a great opportunity for kids ages 12-15 to discover new favorite […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

About the Event Come down to the pub every Wednesday night to showcase your musical talents at our Open Mic Night! Sign up begins at 7:30 PM. Music at 8:00 PM. Featuring Brian Christian Adam as host on the first, third, and occasional fifth Wednesdays of the month Featuring Tommy Navarro as host on all […]

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, brushes, […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

  Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a […]

Join us for a morning of body and mind rejuvenation through movement, surrounded by all the greenery. You will leave refreshed with a new 4” plant friend. Kate Newey has been teaching yoga throughout the Chicagoland area since 2008. At the heart of Kate’s teaching is a passion for community and helping people come home […]

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for Mah Jong Open Play! Whether you're an experienced player looking for regular games or a newer player eager to gain experience, our weekly open play sessions are a great place to enjoy Mah Jong and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Players are welcome to bring their own Mah […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Starting at 6:00 pm, we will run a 3-round best-of-1 swiss tournament. Entry for this event is $10. There will also be a prize pack pool of two Riftbound Booster Packs per participant. All participants will receive one pack, with additional […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2.There […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

About the Event Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights at the pub with host Tim Dite! Prize is awarded to the top team each week! 7:30 PM start.

Fair Game is excited to host a Youth Board Game Meetup each week! This event runs after school every Wednesday from 3:00-5:30pm at Fair Game Downers Grove. Participants are granted admission with a $2 Venue Fee. Does your child love strategy games? This is a great opportunity for kids ages 12-15 to discover new favorite […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

About the Event Come down to the pub every Wednesday night to showcase your musical talents at our Open Mic Night! Sign up begins at 7:30 PM. Music at 8:00 PM. Featuring Brian Christian Adam as host on the first, third, and occasional fifth Wednesdays of the month Featuring Tommy Navarro as host on all […]

The Downers Grove Thanksgiving Day 5K is here again! Get into the holiday spirit by joining the 2026 Grove Express 5K Run/Walk, hosted by The Grove Express Foundation. Keeping up with the annual tradition, the scenic run through downtown Downers Grove will take place on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026. The Grove Express Foundation invests […]

Join us for the annual tree lighting ceremony at the Main Street Train Station. Join us in continuing Downers Grove's beloved tradition by creating a handmade ornament for the holiday tree. Ornaments representing various community groups, businesses and individuals make our tree one of the most unique in the area. Guidelines Ornaments need to be at […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

“Here’s flowers for you; lavender, mints, savory marjoram; the marigold, that goes to bed wi’ the sun and with him rises weeping.” William Shakespeare, The Winter’s Tale This November, we invite you to step across the threshold of time. The Tudor Hearth & Harvest honors the rich culinary heritage of the Renaissance and Tudor eras, […]

Hello! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a variety of paint and wood stain colors in the workshop. Pre-registration is required. We look forward to seeing you soon! Please arrive 10 […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for our Riftbound Nexus Nights on Monday! Starting at 6:00 pm, we will run a 3-round best-of-1 swiss tournament. Entry for this event is $10. There will also be a prize pack pool of two Riftbound Booster Packs per participant. All participants will receive one pack, with additional […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2.There […]

Fair Game is excited to host a Youth Board Game Meetup each week! This event runs after school every Wednesday from 3:00-5:30pm at Fair Game Downers Grove. Participants are granted admission with a $2 Venue Fee. Does your child love strategy games? This is a great opportunity for kids ages 12-15 to discover new favorite […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, brushes, […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of […]

Join Happy Dog Barkery for Photos with Santa (CILRA) from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Hello! Choose your favorite project from our gallery, then relax and enjoy a hands-on creative workshop where we guide you step-by-step. We provide all the materials you need, just bring your creativity. Personalize your project with a variety of paint colors and wood stains to create a one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove for Mah Jong Open Play! Whether you're an experienced player looking for regular games or a newer player eager to gain experience, our weekly open play sessions are a great place to enjoy Mah Jong and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Players are welcome to bring their own Mah […]