Bronkberry Farms

Story Time – EVERY WEDNESDAY – FREE
2026-05-27 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-13 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-06 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-29 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-22 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
STORYTIME is the best morning on the farm. YAY! Grab the kids and come out to listen to story reading, enjoy an interactive experience, and then visit the farm animals at 10:00 am EVERY Wednesday of our season!
Want more time on the farm after? We have Storytime themed crafts on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday’s of every month. Storytime is FREE and open to all – no sign up required. However, if you plan to stay for the craft on the 2nd or 4th weeks, we do encourage you to sign up and secure your spot so we can ensure there to be sure supplies and plenty of room.
Check out this link HERE to see what we have in store this week!

CREATE YOUR OWN SPRING PLANTER
2026-05-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Spring Planter Workshop on the Farm
A fully customizable spring planter experience 🌷🌱
Welcome the season of growth at our Spring Planter Workshop on the farm, a hands-on, creative class where guests design and build a planter that celebrates spring in their own unique way. From soft and simple to full, colorful, and overflowing, this workshop invites you to create something that feels joyful, fresh, and perfectly suited to your space.
Guests will begin with a $20 sitting fee, which reserves your spot and includes guidance, workspace, and access to our selection of spring planters, flowers, foliage, and seasonal accents. Your final cost is determined by the planter you choose and the plants you add in, giving you full freedom to customize based on your style and budget. Start the Season in STYLE and deck out your porch patio, or garden area with a gorgeous, handmade planter…done by YOU! We are there to help and guide you as you create, but the sky is the limit on what you bring to life. The class is a $20 sitting fee and the pot and flowers you choose are additional and dependent on your choices. Customize to your hearts desire! Your final total will be based on the flowers and add-on’s you chose as you create away. These classes are ALL AGES so whether 6 or 60 – planters can be made!

How It Works

🌿 $20 sitting fee to reserve your seat

🪴 Choose from a variety of planter sizes and styles available on the farm

🌸 Select your favorite spring flowers, greenery, and accents

🌼 Create something simple or extravagant—your choice

🏡 Bring your own planter from home if you’d like

This flexible format makes the class approachable for beginners and seasoned plant lovers alike.

What to Expect

A relaxed, hands-on spring planter class in a beautiful farm setting

Step-by-step support and creative guidance throughout

A welcoming, no-pressure environment for all experience levels

A custom spring planter ready to take home and enjoy

Who This Class Is For

Adults and teens

Garden lovers of all experience levels

Anyone looking for a spring decorating or planting workshop

Those who enjoy creative, seasonal experiences on the farm

Why You’ll Love It
This isn’t a cookie-cutter class. It’s a chance to slow down, get your hands in the dirt, and create a spring planter that reflects your personal style while celebrating the season of new beginnings.
👉 Reserve your spot and design a spring planter that brings fresh life to your porch, patio, or home.
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

Monthly Craft & Vendor Fair
2026-05-17 09:00 - 15:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
CRAFT & VENDOR FAIRS
Every third Sunday from the months of May through October, Bronkberry Farms hosts vendors from the Chicagoland area and beyond who showcase, share, and sell their unique products to the community. See what our talented crafters and vendors have to offer this season and mark your calendars to come out and enjoy a day at the farm, supporting local!

Admission into our Craft & Vendor Fairs is ALWAYS FREE!
We also host a variety of other events throughout the season.
See our EVENT CALENDAR for more information.

2026 Craft & Vendor Fair Dates:
Every 3rd Sunday of the month, May thru October, 9am – 3pm (unless otherwise noted)

May 17
June 21
July 19
August 16
September 20
October 10 & 11 – Fall Fest (2-day event) *please note extended hours 9 am – 6 pm
October 18
October 25 – Last Hurrah & Chili Cook-off

2026 Business Expo:
Shopping in our community is more important that ever. So please join us to support local businesses. Come talk with vendors of all types of local businesses from home improvement to wellness to event planning & much more! When we shop local, we support our neighbors.

Sunday, May 31st

2026 Dog Days Craft & Vendor Fair:
Who doesn’t love their beloved dogs?! Every season, we have a DOG DAYS event in which customers can bring their dogs along (on a leash, please) to shop our vendors, many of them dog-themed! Come and spoil yourself and your pup with all kinds of goodies and spend some time on the farm getting in some movement too. There will even be dogs available for adoption!

Sunday, August 2nd

Interested in being a vendor at one (or more) of our events? Visit this link to apply!

3D CATERPILLAR ART CREATION
2026-05-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
3D Caterpillar Creation
A colorful, hands-on craft for early childhood creators 🐛✨
3D Caterpillar Creation is a playful early childhood art class offered as part of our Sprout & Create series on the farm. In this hands-on experience, little creators will build their very own caterpillar using bright colors, textures, and child-friendly materials that pop off the page and into real life.
Inspired by curiosity, nature, and growth, this class encourages imagination, confidence, and joyful exploration—perfect for little hands that love to build and create.

✨ FREE Story Time Before Class
Families are invited to join us for a FREE story time at 10:00 am, held before our craft classes begin. The story is thoughtfully chosen to tie into the day’s caterpillar and growth theme, helping children connect storytelling, nature, and creativity before starting their project.

What Little Creators Will Do

🐛 Create a 3D caterpillar craft using layered materials

🎨 Explore color, texture, and simple construction

🖐️ Practice fine motor skills and early building skills

✨ Enjoy a playful, confidence-building art experience

All materials are provided and thoughtfully selected for early childhood learners.

What to Expect

A guided early childhood craft class on the farm

A warm, welcoming environment designed for young children

Simple instructions with plenty of room for imagination

Please plan stay to engage, assist, and enjoy the experience together

This class is designed to be shared, creating meaningful moments for both children and their grown-ups.

Who This Class Is For

Toddlers and preschool-aged children

Early childhood learners

Caregivers looking for a nature-inspired creative activity

Families who enjoy hands-on crafts and farm experiences

Why You’ll Love It
3D Caterpillar Creation is all about growth, creativity, and joyful making. From story time to building a caterpillar together, it’s a sweet way to celebrate curiosity and the magic of creating with little hands.
👉 Join us for 3D Caterpillar Creation and watch creativity wiggle to life.
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

MOTHER'S DAY TEA PARTY
2026-05-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Mother’s Day Tea Party on the Farm
A charming spring celebration for moms, littles, and loved ones 🤍
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a sweet and meaningful experience on the farm. Our Mother’s Day Tea Party is a cozy, joy-filled gathering designed to slow things down and savor time together. Think spring in the air, delicate treats, warm tea, and the kind of moments that turn into favorite memories.
Set against the peaceful backdrop of the farm, this event invites mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and children to connect, laugh, and enjoy a beautifully curated afternoon in nature.
What to Expect

🌷 A farm-style tea party with spring vibes

☕ A selection of tea, light refreshments, and treats

🌼 Kid-friendly + family-friendly atmosphere – our farm animals will be here too of course!

📸 Plenty of moments for photos, connection, and togetherness

🌿 A relaxed, welcoming experience on the farm

This event is perfect for moms and their children, multi-generational families, or anyone wanting to celebrate the women who nurture, love, and lead with heart.

Who This Is For

Mothers & children

Grandmas, aunts, and caregivers

Families looking for a Mother’s Day experience, not just a gift

Anyone who loves spring events on the farm

To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

CREATE YOUR OWN SPRING PLANTER
2026-05-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Start the Season in STYLE and deck out your porch patio, or garden area with a gorgeous, handmade planter…done by YOU! We are there to help and guide you as you create, but the sky is the limit on what you bring to life. The class is a $20 sitting fee and the pot and flowers you choose are additional and dependent on your choices. Customize to your hearts desire! Your final total will be based on the flowers and add-on’s you chose as you create away. These classes are ALL AGES so whether 6 or 60 – planters can be made!
Have a favorite planter or two you want to use, feel free to BRING YOUR OWN POT and dive into your beautiful creation!

PAINTED WINE GLASS CLASS
2026-05-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Paint Your Own Wine Glass
A BYOB creative night at Handmade Happy Hour 🥂🎨
Sip, paint, and unwind at our Paint Your Own Wine Glass Workshop, part of our Handmade Happy Hour series. This BYOB, adults-only craft night on the farm invites you to design a custom wine glass that’s as fun, bold, or elegant as you’d like.
Whether your style is minimal, colorful, cheeky, or seasonal, this class gives you the freedom to create a glass that feels uniquely yours. It’s relaxed, social, and the perfect way to end the week with creativity and laughter.

What You’ll Create

🍷 A hand-painted wine glass designed by you

🎨 Painted using glass-safe paints and tools

✨ A functional, decorative piece perfect for gifting or keeping

No two glasses will look alike, making this class all about personal style and creative expression.

What to Expect

A BYOB-friendly adult paint class in a relaxed farm setting

Step-by-step guidance with plenty of room for creativity

A social, lighthearted atmosphere—perfect for friends or date night

No experience needed—just come ready to paint and enjoy

This workshop is beginner-friendly and focused on fun, not perfection.

Who This Class Is For

Adults 21+

Friends looking for a fun, creative night out

Wine lovers and DIY enthusiasts

Anyone who enjoys hands-on crafts with a playful twist

Why You’ll Love It
This class is equal parts creative and celebratory. You’ll sip something you love, paint something personal, and head home with a wine glass that makes every future pour feel a little more special.
👉 Bring your favorite drink and join us for Paint Your Own Wine Glass at Handmade Happy Hour.
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

PAINT A BIRDHOUSE
2026-04-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Paint a Birdhouse
An all-ages creative class in our Sunday Series 🐦🎨
Paint a Birdhouse is a fun, hands-on all-ages creative class offered as part of our Sunday Series on the farm. In this relaxed workshop, participants will paint and decorate a wooden birdhouse, turning it into a colorful, one-of-a-kind home for feathered friends.
Designed for kids, adults, and families to create side by side, this class is all about creativity, connection, and enjoying a Sunday spent making something together.

What You’ll Create

🐦 A painted wooden birdhouse

🎨 Decorated with your choice of colors, patterns, and designs

🌿 A finished piece perfect for yards, gardens, or outdoor spaces

Each birdhouse will be unique, encouraging personal expression and creativity at every age.

What to Expect

A guided all-ages craft class on the farm

A relaxed, family-friendly environment

Easy-to-follow instruction with room for creativity

No experience needed—just come ready to paint and have fun

This class is designed so everyone can participate at their own comfort level.

Who This Class Is For

Kids, teens, and adults

Families looking for a creative Sunday activity

Nature lovers and backyard bird fans

Anyone who enjoys hands-on crafts and farm experiences

Why You’ll Love It
Painting a birdhouse is a simple, joyful way to spend time together. You’ll leave with a handmade piece, a sense of accomplishment, and a sweet reminder of a Sunday well spent.
👉 Join us for Paint a Birdhouse and make creativity part of your Sunday tradition.

To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

SILLY FACE- EGG CARTON SEEDNG CLASS
2026-04-22 10:30 - 12:30 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Grass Head Giggles: Egg Carton Creation
A silly, hands-on growing craft for early childhood creators 🌱😄
Grass Head Giggles: Egg Carton Creation is a playful early childhood art and planting class offered as part of our Sprout & Create series on the farm. In this hands-on experience, little creators will plant grass seeds into egg carton cups, then decorate their carton with faces and designs—creating a silly “grass head” friend whose hair grows over time.
This class blends creativity, nature, and laughter, giving kids a chance to create something fun and watch it grow after they take it home.

✨ FREE Story Time Before Class
Families are invited to join us for a FREE story time at 10:00 am, held before our craft classes begin. The story is thoughtfully chosen to tie into the day’s growth, nature, and imagination theme, helping children connect storytelling and creativity before starting their project.

What Little Creators Will Do

🌱 Plant grass seeds in an egg carton creation

😄 Decorate faces and designs to create a silly “grass head”

🖐️ Explore planting, design, and hands-on sensory play

✨ Enjoy a playful, confidence-building creative experience

All materials are provided and thoughtfully selected for early childhood learners.

What to Expect

A guided early childhood craft and planting class on the farm

A warm, welcoming environment designed for young children

Simple instructions with lots of room for imagination and giggles

Please plan stay to engage, assist, and enjoy the experience together

This class is designed to be shared, creating joyful moments for children and their grown-ups.

Who This Class Is For

Toddlers and preschool-aged children

Early childhood learners

Caregivers looking for a playful, nature-inspired activity

Families who enjoy silly crafts and hands-on learning

Why You’ll Love It
Grass Head Giggles is pure early childhood joy. From story time to planting seeds and decorating goofy faces, it’s a creative experience that continues long after the class ends—watching “hair” grow and smiles grow right along with it.
👉 Join us for Grass Head Giggles and let creativity (and grass) grow wild.
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

NATIONAL GARDENING DAY
2026-04-14
It’s National Gardening Day and we would love to see what you are creating, planting, and growing in yours!!
Tag us on social media in your creations – we would love to see it all!
FACEBOOK – INSTAGRAM

TESTING FOR CALENDAR
2026-03-06 06:00 - 11:00

Story Time – EVERY WEDNESDAY – Free
2025-10-29 05:00 - 06:00, 2025-10-01 05:00 - 06:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
STORYTIME! YAY! Grab the kids and come out to listen to story reading, enjoy an interactive experience, and then visit the Farm Animals at 10:00 am every Wednesday of our season!
Want more time on the farm after? We have Storytime crafts most Wednesday’s too! Check out this link HERE to see what we have in store this week!

4th Annual Chili Cook-Off
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Come help us celebrate a Bronkberry Farms Fall Tradition! Support a great cause while celebrating our last weekend open for the season!
Join us on Sunday, October 26th, 2025 from 3 pm – 5 pm. This event is free and open to the public and benefits charity – so come on out for a great cause!!

If you want to participate as a chili cook please be sure to register!

To guarantee your spot and participate please fill out this FORM and then submit your payment (link will be provided in form while submitting).

Throw on your favorite FALL FLANNEL, enjoy HAY RACK RIDES, A BONFIRE (BYO s’more supplies & sticks), COFFEE N REPEAT MOBILE COFFEE BAR, AND VOTE FOR PLAINFIELD’S BEST CHILI!

2022 Champion: Steven Zeko – Holy Smokes, This is Vegetarian?
2023 Champion: Andrea Meyer – The Best Vegetarian Chili!
2024 Champion: Ron Roach
2025 Your Name Here 😉

Please use the form below to register to be a contestant in our 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off.

$25 fee for chili entries – proceeds will go toward benefiting families impacted by autism.
Chili Tastings are FREE for guests!
DONATIONS TO THE CAUSE ACCEPTED AT THE DOOR.
COFFEE N REPEAT will be on deck for this fun event!
Alcohol vendor TBA.
Please Note: This is an OUTDOOR EVENT in our covered pavilion. The event will take place, rain or shine.
Rules:

$25 Entry Fee – Proceeds benefit a local Autism Program
Chili must be homemade (need not be an original recipe)
Chili must include 1 ingredient from Bronkberry Farms
You are welcome to bring toppings to jazz up your chili for tasters. as well as create a sign/decorations for your table
Chili must have a name and heat/temperature rating
Cooks must provide own crockpot and extension cord
Please bring an extra pot full of chili in addition to your crockpot so you don’t run out. We want to make sure everyone gets a taste of your chili so they can vote!
Bronkberry Farms will provide tables, electrical access, and sampling bowls/spoons

Prizes:

$25 Bronkberry Farms Gift Card
Your name on our Chili Cook-Off Plaque which is proudly displayed at our farm
Bragging Rights

Judges:

Bronkberry Farms Family & Patrons

Click the link in this event or go to ( https://bronkberryfarms.com/…/2025-class-special-event…/ ) to purchase tickets!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.

Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.

Last Hurrah - Craft & Vendor Fair
2025-10-26 05:00 - 12:00
Shop 40+ local crafters and vendors selling custom woodwork, home & garden decor, kitchen & home goods, jewelry, boutique clothing & accessories, seasonal items, bath, body, & candles, food, spices, & sweets, knit & crocheted items, and much more!
DOG COSTUME CONTESTS @ 10am, Noon, & 2pm
CRAFT CLASS -Painting Pumpkins @ 11am-1pm (open creation time)
Coffee, Beer, Wine, Hard Cider • U-Pick Pumpkin Patch • Hayrack Rides • Secret Recipe Caramel Apples • Pumpkin Spice & Apple Cider Donuts • Festive Fall Photo Ops •
Farm Animals Serving up crowd favorites all day: • Food and Drink Vendors
Stay and hang out with us for our 3nd ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF, 3:00-5:00pm.
Bronkberry Farms & Jennifer Bronk are the only organizers for this event. If someone else contacts you or posts a comment offering a vendor space, do not pay them anything and please let us know.
Admission and parking are always FREE!
INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR AT OUR CRAFT & VENDOR FAIRS? Information and vendor application available here: https://bronkberryfarms.com/craft-fairs/

NATIONAL PUMPKIN DAY
2025-10-26

NATIONAL APPLE PICKING DAY
2025-10-21

Monthly Craft & Vendor Fair
2025-10-19 09:00 - 15:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
Every 3rd Sunday during the months of May thru October at Bronkberry Farms, vendors from the Chicagoland area and beyond come to showcase, share, and sell their unique products to the community! Come see what our talented crafters and vendors have to offer this season!
Craft & Vendor Fair Admission is ALWAYS FREE!
We also host a variety of other events throughout the season. See our EVENT CALENDAR for more information.
2025 CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR DATES
Every 3rd Sunday of the month, May thru October, 9am-3pm

May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
September 21
October 11 & 12 – Fall Fest – 2-Day Event
October 19
October 26 – Last Hurrah craft fair (9am-5pm), Chili cook-off (3-5pm) – not included in “full-season” bundle

2025 DOG DAYS CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR
Every season, we have a DOG DAYS event in which customers can bring their dogs along (on a leash, please) to shop our vendors, many of them dog-themed! There will even be dogs available for adoption!

July 13, 9am-3pm

2025 BUSINESS EXPO
Join us to support local businesses. Come talk with vendors of all types of local businesses from home improvement to wellness to event planning and much more!

August 3, 9:00am-3:00pm

Interested in being a vendor at one (or more) of our events? Visit this link to apply!

All Ages Craft Class: Paint a Pumpkin at Fall Fest
2025-10-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18059 Bronk Rd, Joliet, IL, United States
All Ages Craft Class: Paint a Pumpkin
Join us at our annual FALL FEST for a pumpkin painting class! We supply the pumpkins and paint, you bring the creativity.
Sunday, October 12, 2025
11am-1pm DROP IN when it’s convenient for you!
Bronkberry Farms Pavilion
Cost: $10 for pie pumpkin; larger pumpkins may be available for purchase
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

FALL FEST 2-day Craft & Vendor Fair
2025-10-12 09:00 - 18:00 | 18061 Bronk Rd, Joliet, IL, United States
From our pumpkin patch, hayrack rides, cider donuts, popcorn, face painting, costume contests, and of course the amazing 60+ vendors all on site…there is something for EVERYONE!

Come for the fun, stay for the memories!

Our costume contests run 10am, 12pm, 2pm & 4pm

FREE ADMISSION AND PARKING – COME ON OUT!

Every 3rd Sunday during the months of May thru October at Bronkberry Farms, vendors from the Chicagoland area and beyond come to showcase, share, and sell their unique products to the community! Come see what our talented crafters and vendors have to offer this season!
Craft & Vendor Fair Admission is ALWAYS FREE!
We also host a variety of other events throughout the season. See our EVENT CALENDAR for more information.
2025 CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR DATES
Every 3rd Sunday of the month, May thru October, 9am-3pm

May 18
June 15
July 20
August 17
September 21
October 11 & 12 – Fall Fest – 2-Day Event
October 19
October 26 – Last Hurrah craft fair (9am-5pm), Chili cook-off (3-5pm) – not included in “full-season” bundle

2025 DOG DAYS CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR
Every season, we have a DOG DAYS event in which customers can bring their dogs along (on a leash, please) to shop our vendors, many of them dog-themed! There will even be dogs available for adoption!

July 13, 9am-3pm

2025 BUSINESS EXPO
Join us to support local businesses. Come talk with vendors of all types of local businesses from home improvement to wellness to event planning and much more!

August 3, 9:00am-3:00pm

Interested in being a vendor at one (or more) of our events? Visit this link to apply!

All Ages Craft Class: Paint a Pumpkin at Fall Fest
2025-10-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18059 Bronk Rd, Joliet, IL, United States
All Ages Craft Class: Paint a Pumpkin
Join us at our annual FALL FEST for a pumpkin painting class! We supply the pumpkins and paint, you bring the creativity.
Saturday, October 11, 2025
11am-1pm DROP IN when it’s convenient for you!
Bronkberry Farms Pavilion
Cost: $10 for pie pumpkin; larger pumpkins may be available for purchase
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

FALL FEST 2-day Craft & Vendor Fair
2025-10-11 09:00 - 18:00 | 18061 S Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL, United States, Illinois 60586

Kids' Craft Class: Spooky Felt Board Monsters
2025-10-08 11:00 - 12:30 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
🧛 Kids’ Craft Class: Spooky Felt Board Monsters
We will be creating felt monster faces out of felt, just in time for Halloween!
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
11am-1pm DROP IN when it’s convenient for you!
Bronkberry Farms Pavilion
Cost: $10
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events

Story Time – EVERY WEDNESDAY – Free
2025-10-08 05:00 - 06:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18061 Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586, USA
STORYTIME! YAY! Grab the kids and come out to listen to story reading, enjoy an interactive experience, and then visit the Farm Animals at 10:00 am every Wednesday of our season!

All Ages Craft Class: Fairy Garden
2025-09-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Bronkberry Farms & Greenhouse, 18059 Bronk Rd, Joliet, IL, United States
🧚 Craft Class: Fairy Garden — All ages welcome!
Using a succulent, fairy garden decor, and the whimsy of moss, pebbles, sand, other natural elements, and IMAGINATION each participant will be able to make a magical fairy garden.
Sunday, September 28, 2025
11am-1pm DROP IN when it’s convenient for you!
Bronkberry Farms Pavilion
Cost: $15
To guarantee your spot and to ensure we have enough materials, please register by purchasing a ticket using this link!
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>>>>WHEN YOU ARRIVE<<<<
1. Please check in at the register.
2. Show your online registration ticket(s).
3. We will give you an entry ticket.
4. Bring your entry ticket back to the pavilion to check in with our instructor.
5. GET CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN!
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We will accept late registration and walk-ins when possible, depending on current enrollment numbers. Please complete your registration and we will follow up with you via email should we be at capacity for the class and unable to accommodate you.
CLICK HERE to purchase tickets to this event!
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If you register for a class and are no longer able to attend, please notify us at bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net or via Facebook Messenger so that your space can be opened up to someone else.
Please add bronkberrysite@sbcglobal.net to your address book, as sometimes our emails go to promotion or spam tabs/folders.
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CHECK OUT ALL OUR EVENTS ON FACEBOOK SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT!
(more being added each week!)
https://www.facebook.com/BronkberryFarms/events
