What is Juneteenth
Various Locations ILJuneteenth is considered the country's longest-running African-American holiday, but it took 156 years for the importance of the June 19, 1865, to be officially recognized. Not until June of 2021...
Free
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Visit Your Local Park
Various Locations ILTake a trip to your local park and while visiting take a ride on the Trackless Train, try climbing the portable climbing wall, check out a book with the Fountaindale...
Free
PrairieFest Quilt Show
Little White School Museum 72 Polk St, OswegoView contemporary and antique quilts, both hand and machine quilted, during the annual community PrairieFest event.
Little Mermaid Sing-Along
Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., BataviaFind your voice with Ariel and all your friends during our animated Little Mermaid sing-along! Enjoy snacks and an ocean-themed craft while you sing your heart out.
Five Dollar Fridays
Hinsdale Community Pool 500 W Hinsdale Ave, HinsdalePool admission is only $5 all day for residents and non-residents on select Fridays this summer. Pool members simply use their pool pass.
$5
Family Movie
Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers GroveBring a blanket, snack and pillow to enjoy a movie on our large screen. June 16 and 17: Moana July 21 and 22: Finding Nemo August 3 and 5: Puss...
Free
Tractor-Drawn Wagon Rides
Danada Equestrian Center 3S507 Naperville Rd, WheatonEnjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserveโs heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5...
$5
Scottish Festival and Highland Games
Hamilton Lakes Park Boulevard and Pierce Road, ItascaPut a smile on your face, warmth in your heart and a spring in your step at the 37th annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games. This 2-day, outdoor family-friendly event...
Free โ $45
Rainbow Pride Story Time
Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood ParkJoin us for a fun rainbow pride themed story time for pride month! Listen to stories, make a craft, and have fun! Ages 3-5, with caregiver. Registration required.
Free
Orland Park Summerfest
Crescent Park 9705 West 143rd Streetย , Orland ParkThe event will kick-off on Thursday, June 15 with a Sensory Carnival Session for individuals with special needs. The carnival is open to the general public beginning at 5:30 p.m....
Beat the Heat Family Movie
Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, WheatonGeared for children and families. Drop-in; no registration required. Beat the heat and enjoy a movie at the library! Feel free to bring drinks and snacks. We'll have some candy...
Free
Freedom Car Show
Hanover Township Town Hall 250 S. Route 59, BartlettHanover Township will host its Freedom Car Show on Friday, 6/16. Free to the public and fun for all, see classic cars, enjoy food and raffles with a DJ! Trophies...
Roselle Cruise Nights
American Legion Post (Roselle) 344 E Maple Avenue, RoselleThe 18th Annual! Roselle Cruise Nights 2023! Every Friday June 2nd till Sept. 8th For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
Taste of Des Plaines
Downtown Des Plaines Lee Street and Miner Street, Des PlainesTaste of Des Plaines is a summer street festival that appeals to all ages with two stages for live entertainment, inflatable games and activities, beer tents, local food vendors and...
Summer Music Series
Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, WheatonLive music is the best part of summer โ enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...
Free
Fridays on the Green
Mount Prospect Village Hall 50 S. Emerson Street, Mount ProspectUnpack those lawn chairs and blankets, the Village has another entertaining season of free outdoor concerts this summer. All shows start at 6 PM. Restrooms available inside Village Hall. June...
Free
Live Music Series at the Lawn
Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak BrookWeโve got your Fridays 6-8pm covered this season with summer fun on The Lawn! Enjoy a lively night out with your family and friends while you vibe to the tunes...
Chevy Palatine Car Show
Chevrolet of Palatine 151 E. Lake Cook Road, PalatineAll cars welcome. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
Free
Dive-In Movie
The Beach Waterpark 161 Commercial Drive, Wood DaleJoin us for an outdoor movie night presented by the Wood Dale Park District and City of Wood Dale. For information on more events like this, check out our...
Country Road
Downtown Glen Ellyn Main Street & Crescent Boulevard, Glen EllynLetโs kickoff summer and Fatherโs Day weekend in Downtown Glen Ellyn! Join us Friday, June 16th for a free LIVE concert on Main Street! We are welcoming back for the...
Free
Summer Concert at Hodges Park
Hodges Park (Park Ridge) 101 Courtland Ave, Park RidgePack a picnic and enjoy music in the park! Playing lots of your favorite classic and current hits. Select concerts will open at Before the concert, take part in a...
Free
Movies in the Park
Lake Park (Des Plaines) 2200 Lee Street, Des PlainesFree! Purchase your popcorn & drinks starting at 7:00p. Movies begin as soon as itโs dark (around 8:00p). Bring blankets & chairs, a picnic dinner, kick back and enjoy lake...
Free
Movies and Food Trucks
Geneva Commons 602 Commons Drive, GenevaEnjoy Movies, Food, & Fun on Friday Nights at Geneva Commons! Theyโre back! Movies & Food Trucks 2023 is here for the whole family to enjoy this summer. Food Trucks...
Free
Sounds of Summer
Fred P. Hall Amphitheater 256 E. Palatine Road, PalatineJune 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
Flick N’ Float
Sunset Pool (Geneva) 710 Western Avenue, GenevaBegins at 8:00PM. Twilight Admission Rates Apply. June 16 - Turning Red July 14 - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever August 4 - Luca For information on more events like...
Movies in the Park
Various Locations ILJune 16 - Encanto at Robbins Park July 21 - The Santa Clause at Hinsdale Community Pool August 11 - Despicable Me at Robbins Park Find details about these, and...
Free
Moonlit Movies in the Park
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonSome things are just more fun outside! Bring the family and watch a favorite flick on our new 40-foot inflatable screen. All movies are outdoors and feature lawn seating. Guests...
Included in general admission
Movies in the Park
Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, BerwynThe Berwyn Park District and the Berwyn Public Library have teamed up again to bring you Movies in the Park! Movies will start promptly at dusk. June 16 - Dr....
Free
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