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Any way you slice it, visitors can expect to have bushels of fun
at the 16th Annual Long Grove Apple Fest, from
10 AM to 6 PM October 3rd, 4th and 5th.
Celebrate fall’s favorite fruit and the many delicious ways to
enjoy it – from Long Grove’s famous brown bag apple pies
and apple cider donuts to hot apple cider, caramel apple lattes,
apple martinis, and more!
- Village restaurants and outdoor food booths
will carry a wide range of apple-inspired treats, including
the very popular “make your own taffy apple" booths.
- Visitors will enjoy outdoor ambiance and the many
activities staged throughout the historic village.
- The lineup of free entertainment on the stage in Fountain
Square and at the Covered Bridge will include folk, bluegrass,
country, rock, and jazz throughout the three-day weekend and
will “a-peel” to festivalgoers of all ages (schedule follows).
 The
Apple Jam Kids' Expo will include activities and informational
booths for children and their parents.
- Pony rides, kiddy rides, and a kids’ craft tent will provide
fun for all ages.
- Free parking in the Long Grove Municipal Lots and free
admission.
 Visitors
to Long Grove will also enjoy more than 80 trendy shops, boutiques,
galleries, and restaurants in a beautiful old-world setting of
historic buildings, cobblestone walks, colorful gardens, and the
landmark covered bridge. Long Grove is located in the northern
suburbs, near Routes 53 and 83, north of Lake Cook Road. For
more information, phone the Visitor’s Information Center at (847)
634-0888.
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