St. Charles Business Alliance

10/30/2026

Spooky season isn't over just yet! St. Charles is full of Halloween treats, local specials, and festive finds. Give our local businesses some love and squeeze in a little more Halloween fun before the season comes to a close: stcalliance.org/salesandspecials 👻

This Halloween, explore all the amazing sales, specials, and promotions businesses are having to celebrate the season!

10/29/2026

We’re bringing back a Halloween favorite featuring St. Charles Historian Steve Gibson, who shared some of the city’s spookiest history and eerie tales from the Municipal Building’s basement. 🎃

If you missed it the first time, now’s your chance to hear the stories that make St. Charles a little more mysterious. Tune in at stcalliance.org/podcast! 🔗

10/29/2026

There’s still time to be part of our annual Electric Christmas Parade! ❄️

Businesses, schools, community groups, organizations, and families are invited to join us in lighting up downtown St. Charles for one of the most festive nights of the season.

Ready to join the fun? Apply today at stcholidayhomecoming.com 🔗

🗓️: November 28th, 2026

10/28/2026

For more than 60 years, Heinz Brothers Greenhouse Garden Center has been cultivating beautiful plants right here in St. Charles. From colorful annuals and perennials to custom planters and fresh herbs, their wide selection brings beauty to gardens and homes throughout the community. 🪴

Every plant has a starting point, and the Heinz Brothers team takes pride in nurturing each one along the way. Their hands-on approach and commitment to quality help turn tiny plant plugs into the vibrant blooms and beautiful arrangements customers know and love.

We’re excited to spotlight Heinz Brothers as a local maker and celebrate the expertise and dedication they’ve brought to St. Charles for generations. Their work is a beautiful reminder of how local businesses help our community grow and thrive.

Visit Heinz Brothers Greenhouse Garden Center and see what’s blooming right here in St. Charles!

Learn more: stcalliance.org/stcmakers 🔗

10/27/2026

Aquascape Construction Pond Shop & Inspiration Center is the world’s largest water feature design and installation company, known for creating stunning, naturally balanced ponds around the globe. 🪷

But some of their most special touches come from right here in St. Charles! From colorful waterlilies nurtured on site to vibrant koi fish carefully raised for health and beauty, every detail reflects Aquascape’s dedication to creating beautiful, thriving water features and ecosystems.

We’re proud to recognize Aquascape as a local maker and shine a light on the passion, innovation, and craftsmanship they bring to our community and water features around the world. Their work is a wonderful example of the creativity and talent that make St. Charles such a special place to call home.

Visit the Aquascape Pond Shop at 901 Aqualand Way to experience their work firsthand and find inspiration for bringing a little more nature to your own backyard!

Learn more: stcalliance.org/stcmakers 🔗

10/26/2026

Our Made in St. Charles awards are back for their fifth year, recognizing local businesses that make and grow products right here in our community!

Our 2026 award recipients reflect the care, creativity, and craftsmanship found in our city. These businesses help our community flourish, strengthen our local economy, and showcase the talent that makes St. Charles so unique.

Throughout the week, we’ll introduce this year’s recipients, share the stories behind their businesses, and celebrate their products proudly grown here in St. Charles.

Learn more about the program at stcalliance.org/stcmakers 🔗

10/21/2026

Looking for a fun way to support a great cause in St. Charles? We caught up with St. Charles Women's Club President Nikki Nelson to talk about their upcoming fundraiser, the club’s 100+ year history in St. Charles, and the work they do in our community.

Tune in to hear more about the event: stcalliance.org/podcast 🔗

10/21/2026

St. Charles Restaurant Week is coming February 1–5, 2027! Mark your calendars for five days of delicious dining and a chance to support the amazing restaurants that make St. Charles so special. 🍽️

Diners can enjoy 20% off a bill of $35 or more at participating restaurants, making it the perfect time to try somewhere new or revisit an old favorite.

And to our St. Charles restaurants, we’d love for you to be part of it! Visit stcalliance.org/restaurantweek to learn more and sign up to participate. 🔗

Let’s make it a great week for our local dining scene!

10/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 41st Annual Scarecrow Weekend such a success! We’re grateful for the incredible support that brings this event to life each year and helps make it a tradition our community looks forward to.

This event would not have been possible without the help of our sponsors. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: St. Charles Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Family Zone Sponsor: St. Charles Bank & Trust, Activity Zone Sponsor: McNally's Heating and Cooling, Scarecrow Contest Sponsor: Teqworks, 1st Street Entertainment Sponsor: Mercedes-Benz of St. Charles, Craft Show Sponsor: Art of the Heartland, Stage Sponsor: Hi-Lite Electric, Entertainment Sponsor: Meijer, Entertainment Sponsor: Lou Malnati's, Photo Opportunity Sponsor: Gerald Subaru of North Aurora, Photo Opportunity Sponsor: Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC, Scarecrow-to-Go Sponsor: Napleton Chevrolet St. Charles, Pumpkin Carver Sponsor: Aquascape Inc., Pumpkin Painting Sponsor: Meijer, Free Water Sponsor: Theriault Booth, LLC, Corn Maze Sponsor: T-Fiber, Magic Show Sponsor: GEICO, Face Painting Sponsor: Smile Haven Dental Studio - St. Charles, Volunteer Sponsor: The Hairy Ant Inc. Screen Printing, Portable Restroom Sponsor: Mendel Plumbing & Heating Inc., Grand Appliance, Goldfish Swim School - St. Charles, and the St. Charles Public Library--St. Charles, IL.



We also want to thank Encore Mt. Morris, LRS, M.K. Movers, Three Fires Council, Scouting America, Windy Acres Farm, Heinz Brothers Greenhouse Garden Center, Just Kabobs, Taco Urbano, Kimmer's Ice Cream, Franklin’s Hotdogs, Colonial Cafe - St. Charles Rt 64, the City of St. Charles, IL Police Department, and the City of St. Charles, Illinois Government for all contributing to a great event.

We will see you all next year!

Photo Album: facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1547526714075438&type=3

Sponsors: scarecrowfest.com/sponsorship

Professional Photos: Brigette Burgman Photography

10/16/2026