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Event Series Elmhurst Farmers Market

Elmhurst Farmers Market

York and Vallette York and Vallette, Elmhurst

The Elmhurst Farmers Market is one of Elmhurstโ€™s great local markets and a family friendly must do event, popular with locals and visitors alike. Enjoy boutique style shopping every Wednesday...

Free
Event Series Free Museum Days

Free Museum Days

Blackberry Farm 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora

On select Wednesdays throughout the summer, Blackberry Farm hosts Free Museum Days that provide FREE admission for Illinois residents as part of a statewide free museum days promotion. These days...

Free
Event Series Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago

From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1โ€“5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in...

Free
Event Series Picnic on the Riverwalk

Picnic on the Riverwalk

Amphitheater on the Riverwalk SE Corner of Jackson & Eagle St, Naperville

Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show on the Riverwalk. This program will be held outdoors at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre across Jackson Ave. from Nichols Library. In the event...

Free
Event Series Storytime in the Park

Storytime in the Park

Various Locations IL

Drop by for a 20-minute storytime and browse in the bookmobile. The Bookmobile stops from 11-noon. Storytime starts at 11:15. Tuesdays at Pioneer Park Wednesdays at Camelot Park

Free
Event Series Casting on the Pier

Casting on the Pier

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago

Our team of skilled and friendly volunteers will be outside on the North Pond Casting Pier to teach both spin and fly casting to participants of all ages. As always,...

Included in general admission
Event Series Kids Klub

Kids Klub

York Center Park District 1609 South Luther Avenue, Lombard

Join us this summer for some lunchtime entertainment. These interactive children's shows are a great free way to spend a summer afternoon. A variety of well-known acts will perform. Bring...

Free
Event Series Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard

Drop-in activity stations recommended for children entering kindergarten in the fall, with a participating adult Starting kindergarten is such an important and fun milestone in your family. Each session will...

Free

Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights

Join us to learn and interact with Beth Wagnerโ€™s animal friends.

Free
Event Series Storytime in the Park

Storytime in the Park

Various Locations IL

We're celebrating summer and bringing bilingual English/Spanish storytimes to a park near you! These storytimes are full of music, movement, and playful ways to explore the wonders of nature in...

Free

VBS Space Carnival for Everyone

Western Springs Baptist Church 4475 Wolf Road, Western Springs

On Wednesday ONLY, We will start at 4:00pm, and All Parents, family members and Neighbors are invited to join us for FOOD, GAMES, MUSIC, RIDES & WAY MORE FUN!

Free
Event Series Open Bike Night

Open Bike Night

Naperville Safety Town 1320 Aurora Ave, Naperville

Children come bring your bikes to practice riding on the streets of Safety Town. Entrance fee is $5 per child. 4 wheeled, low to the ground bike rentals are available...

$5
Event Series Unplug at the Park

Unplug at the Park

Various Locations IL

Itโ€™s time to free yourself and your family from all electronic devices! This summer, unplug with the Wheeling Park District at your neighborhood parks. These community events are all about...

Free

Global Running Day

Volkening Heritage Farm 201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg

Come join us for a fun-filled hour of walking or running at scenic Volkening Lake to celebrate Global Running Day! Walk or run as many times around Volkening Lake to...

Free โ€“ $2
Event Series STC Live

STC Live

Downtown St. Charles IL

Performances are spread throughout town. Check the music schedule below to see what artist will be performing at what venue. For information on more events like this, check out our...

Free
Event Series Pier Dance

Pier Dance

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

Pier Dance returns this summer with FREE dance lessons every Wednesday in June from 6PM-7:30PM. Leave it all on the dance floor with this fun series of free dance lessons....

Free
Event Series Wednesday Nights Live

Wednesday Nights Live

Elmhurst City Centre 147 North York Street, Elmhurst

Join your friends and neighbors under the Umbrella Sky installation for Wednesday Nights Live this summer in City Centre! Some of the regionโ€™s best tribute bands will be in the...

Free
Event Series Outdoor Concert Series

Outdoor Concert Series

Usher Park 201 S Walnut Street, Itasca

Your family and friends will enjoy music from a variety of bands from the Chicagoland area. Donโ€™t forget your lawn chairs and a picnic basket. Get ready to hear some...

Free
Event Series Live Music Concerts

Live Music Concerts

Roger C.Claar Performing Arts Center 375 Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook

It's summer! Grab a blanket, food and come out to enjoy various Chicago area bands!  May 31 - Funky Mojo Daddy (Blues) June 7 - The Red Roses (Indie Pop)...

Free
Event Series Sounds of Summer

Sounds of Summer

Fred P. Hall Amphitheater 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine

June 7: Palatine Concert Band June 9: Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute June 16: Lakes Area Swing Band June 23: Nashville Electric Company June 28: Palatine Concert Band July 7:...

Free

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