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Istvan and His Imaginary Band

La Grange Public Library 10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange

Join us for a family friendly concert with Istvan at the Farmers Market. This fun-filled musical performance is sure to have you on your feet dancing and singing along to...

Free
Event Series Lunchtime Live!

Lunchtime Live!

Cerny Park 4S150 River Rd, Warrenville

Pack a lunch, bring a friend and enjoy live musical entertainment. All concerts are located at Cerny Park and begin at 11:30A. June 8: Miss Liz Music June 22: Wendy...

Free
Event Series Kids Series in the Park

Kids Series in the Park

North Berwyn Community Center 1619 Wesley Avenue, Berwyn

Gather your family and friends for a free afternoon of exciting entertainment at our 2023 Kids Series in the Park! June 8 - Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo July 13...

Free

Clay Day

Westmont Public Library 428 North Cass, Westmont

Let your imagination run wild with a funfilled, hands-on experience creating unique clay sculptures.

Event Series Art in the Park

Art in the Park

Edwin and Elsie Meyn Busse Park 21 S Emerson Street, Mount Prospect

Hop over to Pocket Park ready to express yourself with a fun outdoor-inspired art activity. In case of rain, temperatures above 85 degrees, or other inclement weather, this program will...

Free
Event Series Parties in the Park

Parties in the Park

Various Locations IL

Join Park District staff as we celebrate an afternoon in the park! Enjoy light snacks, beverages, crafts and more! June 8 at Dunham Place Park August 24 at Concord Square...

Free

Luau Day

Heritage Park Family Aquatic Center 105 Community Boulevard, Wheeling

Join us for this fun Hawaiian-themed pool party!

included in general admission
Event Series Thursday Night Out

Thursday Night Out

Downtown Oak Park 1010 Lake Street, Oak Park

Downtown Oak Park’s popular dine-around series Thursday Night Out is back! Thursday Night Out runs every Thursday between June 1st to August 31st from 5 to 9pm. Downtown Oak Park...

Event Series Cruisin Nights

Cruisin Nights

Downtown Westmont Cass Avenue & West Quincy Street, Westmont

Live music, cool cars, family activities, festival environment - walk with your beverage throughout the event - 3 blocks of downtown closed off and dedicated to classic car parking!  ...

Free
Event Series Old Canal Days

Old Canal Days

Lockport Central Square 222 E. Ninth St, Lockport

Lockport Old Canal Days Carnival. Food. Rides. Games. Family Fun. Mega Pass Unlimited Rides all Four Days. $55.00 pre-sold prior to event date; $65 purchased at the event. Once Mega...

Bow Wow Dog Expo

Happy Tails Dog Park 835 Commerce Court, Buffalo Grove

Enjoy a variety of vendors, such as dog groomers, an adoption program, pet suppliers, veterinarians and many more. Your dog will also have a chance to meet and mingle with...

Free
Event Series Chicago Blues Festival

Chicago Blues Festival

Millennium Park New Michigan Avenue and Washington Street, Chicago

With a diverse lineup celebrating the blues’ past, present and future, the Chicago Blues Festival shares the great Chicago-born music tradition while shining a spotlight on the genre’s contributions to...

Free
Event Series Evening in the Park

Evening in the Park

95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville

Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show! This program will be held outdoors at the Wagner Family Pavilion at the 95th Street Community Plaza next to the Library. In...

Free

An Evening with Summer Camp Staff

Keystone Park West Lake St and Keystone Ave, River Forest

Enjoy an evening getting to know your child's camp staff! Grilled hot dogs will be served and fun games will be played.

Free
Event Series Family Night

Family Night

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien

Themes change weekly.  June 8: Giant Bubble Show June 15: Tie Dye June 22: Animal BINGO June 29: Mad Science July 6: Trolls World Tour Movie July 13: Outdoor Art...

Free
Event Series West Fest

West Fest

Maine West High School 1755 S Wolf Road, Des Plaines

Kiddie Midway, Spectacular Rides, Family Favorites. Unlimited Ride Specials.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer Festivals.

Summer Kick-Off Luau Party

Ty Warner Park Plaza Drive and Blackhawk Drive, Westmont

Come kick-off this summer with a splash! The Spray Park will be hosting a Luau Party. We will have Luau themed games including Flamingo Ring Toss, Tiki Bean Bag Toss,...

Free
Event Series Music at the Gazebo

Music at the Gazebo

Prairie Path Gazebo Ardmore Ave at Park Blvd., Villa Park

All 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
Event Series Free Summer Concerts

Free Summer Concerts

Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park Depot 318 E. Kenilworth, Villa Park

Summer Concerts happening on Thursdays begin at 6:30pm. The concession stand opens at 6 pm. June 1 - Petty Cash June 8 - Sushi Roll June 15 - Downhillers June...

Free
Event Series Movie Screening

Movie Screening

Hanover Park Branch 1266 Irving Park Road, Hanover Park

May 25: ET: The Extra-Terrestrial - Steven Spielberg's masterpiece about a boy and his special bond with an alien from another planet. This edition includes all new bonus features, including...

Free
Event Series Concerts in the Park

Concerts in the Park

Lincoln Park (St Charles) Main St between 4th and 5th Sts, St. Charles

Arrive early to enjoy a variety of delicious snacks from local restaurants. Bring your blanket and chairs. Enjoy smoke-free and alcohol-free parks. Musicians are subject to change without notice. 2023...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Hoosier Grove Park 700 W Irving Park Road, Streamwood

June 8: Starlight City July 6: Circle of Fifths August 10: Wait, What?   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Free
Event Series Music on the Hill

Music on the Hill

Hanover Park Park District Community Center 1919 Walnut Avenue, Hanover Park

Free family summer event! Bring a blanket and some chairs, and enjoy some outdoor music! Cool off with a treat from Kona Ice.   For information on more events like...

Free
Event Series Concerts in the Park

Concerts in the Park

Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn

Rock out this summer with us! Enjoy the sweet sounds of summer in the most beautiful park in your town. Bring a chair, pack a picnic, sit back and relax...

Free
Event Series Rockin’ in the Park

Rockin’ in the Park

Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district (5501 Park Place, Rosemont) will kick off its summer season with the return of the “Rockin’ in the Park” free summer concert series. The...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Central Park (Naperville) 104 E. Benton, Naperville

All Performances are Free to the Public. Thursday evenings at 7:30pm. Community Concert Center. June 1 - "A Salute to Our Armed Forces" June 8 - "Familiar Tunes" June 15...

Free

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