October in Morris
The air sharpens, the trees go full technicolor, and suddenly every Saturday has a plotline. From car shows to haunted hallways, Morris stacks the month like it’s trying to win Fall Bingo. Here’s what you actually need on your calendar.
Morris Lions Car Show & Swap Meet
October 4–5, 2025 | Grundy County Fairgrounds
Chrome, horsepower, and enough nostalgia to make you say, “they don’t make ’em like that anymore.” Rows of classics, a swap meet full of treasures, and the kind of parking-lot chatter that somehow lasts hours. Pro tip: don’t wear white shoes - gravel lots don’t care.
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Morris Cruise Night
October 11, 2025 • 4–7 PM | Downtown Morris
The last Cruise Night of the season, a.k.a. the grand finale. Liberty Street turns into one long photo op: engines humming, neon lights glowing, and neighbors turning into tour guides. Even if you don’t know torque from tinsel, it’s still the perfect fall Saturday flex.
3 French Hens Market
October 11, 2025 | Downtown Morris
Farmer’s market, but make it Pinterest-worthy. Handmade goods, home décor, seasonal bakes, all with a small-town sparkle. Either way, you’re leaving with something your house didn’t know it needed.
Women’s Shopping Event
October 18, 2025 | Downtown Morris
This is retail therapy with specials, snacks, and sidewalk chatter that makes “just browsing” impossible. Your bank account might flinch, but your closet will thank you.
Junk in the Trunk
October 19, 2025 • 9 AM–3 PM | Morris Plaza, 100 W Commercial Drive
Antiques, oddities, and things you didn’t know you wanted until you’re carrying them back to your car. Come for the deals, stay for the people-watching.
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Haunted Hallways 25
October 17, 2025 • 5 PM | Grundy Workforce Services, 725 School St, Door #27
Haunted houses are cool, but haunted hallways? That’s peak small-town spooky season. Expect jump scares, candy corn, and at least one friend pretending they’re “totally not scared.” Spoiler: they are.
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Ghouls and Ghost Party
October 30, 2025 • 2–5 PM | 1338 Clay Street, Morris
Family-friendly haunt mode unlocked. Crafts, costumes, snacks, and ghosts who are more goofy than gory. Basically Halloween’s dress rehearsal. Perfect if you want the candy rush without the chaos of trick-or-treat night.
