The first full weekend of November features a variety of family fun activities, including art and music.

Here are 11 things we found to do in the Freeport area.

Grand Opening Pop-Up Shop/Holiday Craft & Gift Expo

What: The annual shopping event will include more than 50 crafters and vendors.

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4

Where: Fitness Lifestyles of Freeport, 653 W. Stephenson St., Freeport

For more: 2023 holiday craft & gift expo on Facebook

BIPOC Initiative Art Exhibition

What: Two new solo exhibitions under the umbrella of the Freeport Art Museum's Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Initiative opened Oct. 27. The third year of the BIPOC Initiative features visual artist and educator Nicole Davis based in Illinois, and Mexican American artist Stephen Signa–Aviles of Urbana, Ill. Davis works primarily in textile, photography, and painting. Signa-Aviles' works are sculptural manifestations that embody themes of memory, national identity, assimilation, and cultural hybridity.

When: Friday, Oct 27 through Saturday, Dec. 30

Where: Freeport Art Museum, 121 N. Harlem Ave., Freeport

Cost: Free admission

For more: 815-235-9755

Jesus Christ Superstar (Touring)

What: Jesus Christ Superstar is an iconic musical. In celebration of its 50th anniversary, a new production is touring. The production pays tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year. The show features award-winning music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of the series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas.

When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2

Where: Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St., Rockford

Cost: $35-$80

For more: 815-968-5222

Walk-In Board Painting

What: Boards are pre-sanded, stained and ready to paint. Many designs available.

When: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2

Where: Wayside Saloon, 1802 Crossroads Lane North, Freeport

Cost: $10-$25, cash, card or Venmo

For more: 815-541-9321

Free Family Fun Night

What: This is the Family Fun Night Kick-off weekend. Open to the everyone. Come for either or both nights to enjoy family-friendly programming, including pickleball, the family fun zone, the imagination station and the pool.

When: 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 and 2:30 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5

Where: Family YMCA of Northwest Illinois, 2998 West Pearl City Road, Freeport

Cost: Free

For more: 815-235-9622

Customer Appreciation Day

What: Come for a hot dog, brat or nachos.

When: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4

Where: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport

Cost: Free

For more: 815-232-6164

John Crist: Emotional Support Tour

What: As one of the nation's fastest-rising stand-up comedians, the Georgia native-turned Nashville resident, John Crist, is known for his no-holds-barred humor, southern-bred wit and charming relatability.

When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4

Where: Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St., Rockford

Cost: $35-$155

For more: 815-968-5222

Pegasus Wind Symphony Concert

What: Hear master musicians in a wind symphony concert.

When: 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4

Where: Freeport Masonic Temple, 305 W. Stephenson St., Freeport

For more:Pegasus Wind Symphony Concert on Facebook

Turkey Shoot Out

What: A two-person scramble can have teams be men, women or mixed. The top three teams win a turkey.

When: 11 a.m. shotgun start Sunday, Nov. 5

Where: The Freeport Club, 1614 South Park Blvd., Freeport

Cost: $60 per team; $40 for members; includes 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and prizes

For more: 815-232-1165

Rock-Con 50 Game Convention

What: Rock-Con features historical and fantasy miniature gaming, board games, role-playing games, sci-fi and fantasy games and other events that cover the entire spectrum of tabletop gaming. Silent auction is Saturday. Prizes given throughout the weekends.

When: Noon to 11:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3; 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5

Where: Tebala Event Center, 7910 Newburg Road, Rockford

Cost: Single Day $20; weekend pass $45

For more:rock-con.com

Wand Making Class

What: Designed for ages 6 and older. You will make a basic wand. All supplies, drinks and light snacks included. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

When: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5

Where: How Meta, 20 S. Chicago Ave., Freeport

Cost: $25; $15 for children 10 and younger

For more:howmetaphysical.com

Coming next week:

Christmas Open House at Amity’s Attic

What: Are you ready for the holidays? Drop by and see what you can get.

When: 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 6

Where: 22 W. Main St., Freeport

For more:Amity's Attic on Facebook

Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.

This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Here are 11 things to do around Freeport, Illinois this weekend