Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Movie in the Park

Featuring Disney’s Coco (2017)

Join us for a night under the stars watching family-friendly films presented by the Glenview Public Library and the Glenview Park District. In case of rain, movies will be shown in the Glenview Library’s Community Room. All ages are welcome. Don’t forget to bring your own blankets or chairs.

New! Tomato Fest

Summer may be waning, but it’s left a sun-ripened treat for us to enjoy – the tomato! Spend the afternoon celebrating America’s favorite garden plant at Historic Wagner Farm’s first ever Tomato Fest. Learn all about this delicious vegetable (or is it a fruit?), see how it grows, taste different varieties and tomato-based recipes, play games, and so much more! Entry to Tomato Fest is free and tickets for activities and tastings can be purchased onsite.

Tickets for activities will be sold in $1 increments. Ticket-based activities range between 1-15 tickets. Most activities will be ongoing throughout the event. However the free field tours will begin on the half hour. Free parking is available in the lot across from the Wagner Farm House or in the Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church lot at Lake Ave. and Wagner Rd.

Here is a list of Tomato Fest activities. Listings followed by a $ indicate a fee associated with that activity or tasting:

• Tomato sales and samples
• Hot tomato game
• “Florida Weave” contest (a method of staking & tying tomato plants so the branches don’t fall on the ground)
• Velcro tomato toss game
• Field tours
• Tomato corn hole
• Scavenger hunt
• Tomato canning demo
• BLT sundaes $ bacon, ladyfingers, and tomato jam on vanilla ice cream 
• Cow chip Bingo $ sponsored by the Glenview Noon Day Rotary
• Felt tomato magnets craft $
• Tomato tie-dye $
• Wagon rides $
• Tastings $: Bloody Mary/Maria bar with alcohol and alcohol free options, Tomato soup and grilled cheese, Tomatoes Around the World (small samples of tomato-heavy foods from around the world), Focaccia pizza, Chili in a tomato bowl

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Restoration Work Day

Seasonal activities include brush cutting, weed removal and seed collection. For a work day schedule, visit northbranchrestoration.org.

Grove Heritage Association 50th Anniversary Celebration

2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the Grove Heritage Association (GHA). Originally known as the “Save The Grove” committee, this organization continues to play a key role in preserving an important part of Glenview’s heritage. Join us a for a free community celebration and open house to recognize and honor GHA for their incredible stewardship and support of The Grove.

10 am presentation & dedication

11 am-2 pm free open house with drop-in activities including

• 50th Anniversary exhibit
• Photo ops
• Scavenger hunt
• Sign the GHA “signature” banner
• Giveaways

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.

Conservation Kids Day

NOTE: August 27 date has been rescheduled for August 20, and September 24 has been rescheduled for September 17. 

Children ages 3+ yrs. and their guardians can drop in for amazing hands-on environmental experiences where they join a skilled staff member in high-quality learning activities that connect children and adults to nature, conservation, and prepares them for a future of lifelong learning, appreciation and stewardship of the Earth. Program may be cancelled due to inclement weather. For groups, please email: groverestoration@glenviewparks.org

Fall Sales on the Farm!

Open every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mum Sales begin 9/17
Pumpkin Sales begin 10/1

If you love to see beautiful fall colors on your porch or in your garden during the fall, be sure to make a stop at Historic Wagner Farm! Dress up your home and yard with colorful, hardy mums! Pick up the perfect pumpkin and find cornstalks, ornamental corn and gift shop merchandise in the sales shed.

Wagon rides are offered Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-12 pm through October 28. Tickets are sold on site for $4/person. Children under 2 free of charge. Note: Rides are subject to cancellation. Call 847-657-1506 to check the status prior to your visit.

All sales benefit Historic Wagner Farm programs and operations.

Yappy Hour Series: Happy Pawlidays (dog park members only)

Presented by:

Community Bark West will be hosting three exciting FREE events exclusively for dog park members. Not a dog park member? Click here for more info to join! Join us for a Hawaiian-themed party celebrating the end of summer and preparing for the holidays to come. Make lasting memories and prepare for your holiday cards by getting your pet’s picture taken with Santa! Express your artistic side by painting ceramic ornaments to cherish for years to come and be sure to grab a holiday-themed bandana for your pet, while supplies last. Events are for dog park members only – make sure to bring your membership card to scan at the entrance.

Fall Sales on the Farm - Pumpkins Arrived Early!

Open every day from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

If you love to see beautiful fall colors on your porch or in your garden during the fall, be sure to make a stop at Historic Wagner Farm! Dress up your home and yard with colorful, hardy mums! Pick up the perfect pumpkin and find cornstalks, ornamental corn and gift shop merchandise in the sales shed.

Wagon rides are offered Saturdays & Sundays from 10 am-12 pm through October 28. Tickets are sold on site for $4/person. Children under 2 free of charge. Note: Rides are subject to cancellation. Call 847-657-1506 to check the status prior to your visit.

All sales benefit Historic Wagner Farm programs and operations.

Glenview Farmer's Market

Saturdays, June 17-Oct. 21, 8 am-12 pm
Enjoy shopping for delicious, local food at the Glenview Farmers Market, a free, weekly event that takes place rain or shine. This year’s market includes several vendors from previous years and some new vendors. It’s located in the circle drive by the Heritage Center. Free parking is available across the street in the Historic Wagner Farm lot and the St. Peter and Paul Church lot at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads. Note: No parking allowed on Wagner Road.