Explore Immersive Experiences and Special Exhibits
Various Locations ILThere are a lot of fun and interesting new exhibits open to enjoy! We rounded up each new temporary exhibit and immersive experience at several museums, zoos, and more so...
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Enjoy a Live Theater Performance
Various Locations ILWe’re thrilled to share all of the upcoming kid-friendly productions happening in Chicagoland this spring and summer season in our Kid-Friendly Theater Guide.
Clarendon Hills Farmers Market
Downtown Clarendon Hills Prospect Street, Clarendon HillsJoin us for the 2022 Clarendon Hills Farmers Market! Every Thursday May 19 through October 20. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s...
Free
La Grange Farmers Market
La Grange Village Hall 53 South La Grange Road, La GrangeOur award-winning fresh market is operational from 7am to 1pm on Thursdays from May through October. Local farmers and artisans provide a selection of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, confections,...
Free
Youth Kayak Fishing Experience
Grunwald Farms Forest Preserve 02S035 S. Lorang Road, ElburnGet out on local lakes with a professional kayak fishing instructor from Chi-Yak Adventures. Using water crafts specifically designed for anglers, you're sure to get into secret spots not reachable...
$99
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Illinois Resident Donation Day
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., ChicagoIllinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Suggested Donation Days, or support us with a $10 suggested household donation at the time of admission. For information on more...
Donations appreciated
Storytime in the Park
Co-Op Park 515 Wilson Avenue, Glen EllynCome out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages.
Winfield Library Storytimes
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonThe Winfield Public Library and Cantigny Gardens have partnered up: stories + nature = fun for kids (of all ages). Join library staff this summer for a special story time focusing on Mexican culture. Recommended for children birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult). Attendees should meet library staff at the Visitors Center before...
Free
Stories and Rhymes at the Farmers Market
La Grange Village Hall 53 South La Grange Road, La GrangeJoin us at the La Grange Farmers Market on select Thursdays this summer for outdoor storytime. Bring a blanket and enjoy listening to our favorite books and songs. Look for...
Free
Lunchtime Live!
Cerny Park 4S150 River Rd, WarrenvilleJoin us for free lunchtime children's music concerts! Pack a lunch, bring a friend, and enjoy live musical entertainment. June 9: Miss Liz Music June 23: Jodi Koplin's Jigglejam July 14: Mr. Dave Music July 28: ScribbleMonster August 11: Miss Jamie From the Farm For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...
Free
Swedish Days
Downtown Geneva ILA must stop for a summer fun destination is Geneva’s Annual Swedish Days Festival. Continue to check back for updated information as it unfolds. For information on more events...
Free
Just Dairyin’ Around
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West ChicagoJune is Dairy Month, so help make butter, clean the cowshed, or work on other chores about the farm. Learn about the importance of dairy farms in the 1890s, and hang out with the new Shorthorn calves near the barn. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm....
$5
Naperville 95th Street Farmers Market
95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, NapervilleHomegrown offerings, locally grown fruits and veggies, homemade bakery items and jams. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Free
Thursday Night Street Markets
Bolingbrook Promenade 631 E Boughton Road, BolingbrookWe are excited to bring you a new year of great food, fun, entertainment and vendors. Our street market will run from 4-9pm every Thursday starting with the first Thursday in June and running until the last Thursday in August. Vendors will all be set up by 4pm band will play from 6-8pm each Thursday....
Free
Thursday Night Out
Downtown Oak Park 1010 Lake Street, Oak ParkThursday Night Out 2022 is here! TNO runs every Thursday between June 2nd and August 25th from 5 to 9pm. 19 restaurants offer a variety of drinks, appetizers, entrees and desserts on the TNO menu. HOW IT WORKS -- A $25 ticket booklets contain 4 dine-around tickets. One dine-around ticket is good for one item...
Street Fair and Cruisin Nights
Downtown Westmont Cass Avenue & West Quincy Street, WestmontLive music, cool cars, food & beverage specials, kids activities, and three blocks of streets closed off and dedicated to classic car parking! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
Free
GroveFest
Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers GroveCarnival, Music, Food, Beer, Entertainment and MORE! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer Festivals.
Free
Touch-A-Truck
Heritage Park (Oakbrook Terrace) 1S325 Ardmore Avenue, Oakbrook TerraceCome explore all the different kinds of trucks that are around your community at this free event! Kids are welcome to climb, honk and get up close.
Free
Family Night
Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, DarienJoin IPPL every week for different family night programming.
parking fee only
Teen Self-Defense Seminar
Annerino Community Center 201 Recreation Drive, BolingbrookJoin Lindsay of Strictly Self-Defense for this practical seminar. This training is intended to help parents feel comfortable as their kids transition into a more independent lifestyle, such as beginning high school, driving, or leaving for college. It will also build confidence in and empower the attendees.
$30 – $45
Customer Appreciation Night
Kemmerling Pool 400 S Prospect Street, RoselleThe Roselle Park District truly appreciates you! We are so grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us. Come out and enjoy a night of appreciation. We will have food...
Free
Uniquely Thursdays
Burlington Park (Hinsdale) 30 E Chicago Avenue, HinsdaleUniquely Thursday's is celebrating it's 20th Anniversary! Join us all summer long for our concerts in the park and celebrate with us an event 20 years strong! Every Thursday June 16th 2022 thru August 18th 2022 6-9pm. Free Music! Food Trucks! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer...
Free
Kids Entertainment Series
Old Town Museum (Bloomingdale) 108 S Bloomingdale Rd, BloomingdaleSpend quality time with your family and enjoy live performances this summer at the Kids Entertainment Series. Sure to put a smile on everyone’s face, the performers encourage dancing and...
Free
Firefly Family Theatre Presents: Under the Stars
Clarendon Hills Public Library 7 N. Prospect, Clarendon HillsJoin Spark the Firefly and her friends for a summer night in Firefly Grove. Sing songs around the campfire, listen to the noises of the forest and watch the stars with friends. Under the Stars includes original music, puppets and interactive movement. Recommended for ages 2-6. Please register your family (not the individual children) to...
Free
Music at the Gazebo
Prairie Path and Spring Road 483 S. Spring Road, ElmhurstAll acts start at 6:30 pm. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of musical entertainment as the sun sets for the day! Please note that these events are...
Free
Free Summer Concerts
Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park Depot 318 E. Kenilworth, Villa ParkSummer Concerts happening on Thursdays begin at 6:30pm. June 2 - Petty Cash June 9 - Heisenberg Uncertainty Players June 16 - Planet Groove June 23 - Zydeco Voodoo June...
Summer Concert Series
Old Town Museum (Bloomingdale) 108 S Bloomingdale Rd, BloomingdaleCome at 6:30PM before each concert and enjoy a variety of FREE crafts and games for ages 5-12! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...
Free
Movies Under the Stars
Venue 1012 1012 Station Drive, OswegoSummer’s here! Get out with the family and enjoy a season of free movies in the park beginning Thursday, June 9, in Oswego at the new amphitheater, Venue 1012, located...
Free
Concerts on the Green
Burr Ridge Village Center 701 Village Center Drive, Burr RidgeConcerts will take place every Thursdays from June 2 – July 28, 7pm-8:30 pm. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.
Free
Concerts in the Park
Lincoln Park (St Charles) Main St between 4th and 5th Sts, St. CharlesGrab your friends and family... and your dancing shoes! May 26 - Tyler Brett Caruso Memorial Concert June 2 - Soda June 9 - Classical Blast June 16 - Kari...
Free
Sunset Soiree
Downtown Lemont LemontSunset Soiree 2022 Concert Series in Downtown Lemont Presented by the Lemont Park District and the Village of Lemont All Concerts Begin at 7:00 p.m. | Seating Opens at 6:00 p.m. Concert Schedule Thursday, June 16 | Chicks with Picks / Acoustic Hits Thursday, June 23 | Split Decision / 70's & 80's Hits Thursday,...
Free
Rockin’ in the Park
North Riverside Park and Recreation 2401 Desplaines Ave, North RiversideBring friends, family, and comfy chairs/blankets to kick back and enjoy the sounds of summer! The music line-up will bring big beats to get you on your feet. There is nothing quite like these summer events where you’re invited to take back the night! NO outside food/drink! There is no admission fee, so support these...
Free
Summer Celebration Concerts
Carol Stream Town Center 960 N Gary Ave, Carol StreamThe 2022 Summer Celebration Concerts have been scheduled to run from 7:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. and Movie in the Park activities will be held 8:00 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. Be sure to check out our event season food and snack vendors and enjoy a picnic meal at our beautiful Town Center. Please note that no...
Free
Rockin’ in the Park
Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont“Rockin’ in the Park” concerts will run from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to “Rockin’ in the Park” is free. Outside food and coolers are prohibited. Parking is available at the Parkway Bank Park parking garage and is free with validation from any of the park’s venues. Food and beverage tents will be available...
Middle School Night at the Pool
Sunset Pool (Geneva) 710 Western Avenue, GenevaCalling all middle schoolers! Join us at Sunset Pool to swim under the stars, listen to music, play games and win prizes! Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase...
$7 – $9
Neighborhood Movie
Various Locations ILShare this outdoor movie experience with your kids, friends and neighbors. June 9 - Cruella June 23 - Luca July 7- Encanto August 4 - The Mitchells vs. the Machines For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Movies.
Free
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