Storytime in the Park
Diane Main Park 200 W 59th St, WestmontBring a picnic blanket and join us for a special outdoor family storytime. Diane Main Park, 200 W 59th St. 0 – 5 years with a caregiver.
Free
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Family Storytime in Cottonwood Park
Cottonwood Park (Hoffman Estates) 2029 E Parkview Circle, Hoffman EstatesStart your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun with our Family Storytime! This program will take place outside, weather permitting. If moved indoors, pick up free tickets at...
Free
Outdoor Storytime
Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookGrab a blanket and join us outside for stories, music and bubbles! This program will take place outdoors, weather permitting.
Free
Stories at Palatine Park District
Various Locations ILJuly 12 and 13: Gather at these different Palatine Park District locations for special, summer storytimes. All Ages. Registration through the Park District is required. Occurs at Oak Park. August...
Free
Play at Farm-in-the-Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 North Clark Street, ChicagoFrom sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in...
Free
Pop Up Fitness in the Park
South Ridge Park 1450 Freeman Road, Hoffman EstatesTry a free family Zumba class in the park.
Free
Story Time at Creek Bend Nature Center
Creek Bend Nature Center 37W700 Dean Street, St. CharlesJoin a librarian from the St. Charles Public Library for read-aloud stories, finger plays, songs, and more during this fun program for children from infancy through age 5. Stay and...
Free
Movie Mania
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, LombardDrop-in movie for families with children of all ages Catch a movie matinee and stay until the end for a chance to win fabulous prizes. June 14: The Bad Guys...
Free
Summer Adventures for Kids – Traveling Through Time
Des Plaines History Center 781 Pearson Street, Des PlainesJoin the Des Plaines History Center this summer as we travel through time! Over the course of six weeks, we will explore different eras of human history starting with Ancient...
Free
Summer Sounds
Roosevelt Collection Shops 150 W. Roosevelt Road, ChicagoLive music, local eats and fun for all ages, the Roosevelt Collection Shops, 150 W. Roosevelt Rd., is proud to announce an all-new Summer experience to be hosted select Wednesday...
Free
Music and Market on Stolp Ave
Downtown Aurora AuroraMusic & Market is a collaborative event between Aurora Downtown and City of Aurora Special Events. The Wednesday street market will feature artisan and food vendors and live music (formerly...
Free
Family Fun: Robot Playground
Berwyn Public Library 2701 S. Harlem Ave., BerwynTeam up with your family to share exciting experiences, challenges, and activities designed for maximum fun! This month, get hands-on with our collection of robots!
Free
Camping 101
Camp Sullivan 14630 Oak Park Ave, Oak ForestFree workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.
Free
Scout Family Nights
Hinsdale Community Pool 500 W Hinsdale Ave, HinsdaleCalling all scouts! Celebrate all your hard work and enjoy three free nights at the pool this summer! On select dates, you and your family can enter Hinsdale Community Pool...
Free
Wednesday Nights Live
Elmhurst City Centre 147 North York Street, ElmhurstJoin your friends and neighbors under the Umbrella Sky installation for Wednesday Nights Live this summer in City Centre! Some of the region’s best tribute bands will be in the...
Free
Summer Music Series
Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, WheatonLive music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...
Free
Music in the Park
Veterans Park (Lyons) 4200 Lawndale Avenue, LyonsMusic in the Park is back! Join us starting this Wednesday, July 12 - Wednesday, August 30 for our weekly Music in the Park. Each week a different band will...
Free
Princess and Pirate Dance Party – FULL
Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, WoodridgeDress up like a prince, princess, or pirate, and get ready to boogie! We can't wait to see your royal and swashbuckler dance moves. Please register each child attending.
Free
Fitness in the Park: Powerhouse
Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, RosemontRosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district visitors can have fun while getting fit this summer with the return of the Park’s “Fitness in the Park” series. Feel empowered all summer...
Concert in the Park
Berens Park (Elmhurst) 493 North Oaklawn Avenue, ElmhurstJoin us at Berens Park for a free concert! Industrial Drive will take to the stage, performing rock hits from across the decades. Date and Time: Wednesday, July 12, 6:30-8...
Free
Zumba Pool Party
Family Aquatic Center (Palatine) 340 E. Palatine Road, PalatineJoin the Park District Staff for an evening of Latin Dance on deck and in the water with raffles, snacks, fun and fitness.
$10 – $12
Town Square Concerts and Events
Schaumburg Town Square 200 S Roselle Road, SchaumburgSunset Yoga Thursday, June 1 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of yoga in Town Square led by our certified yoga instructor, Marti Lahood. Rain location: Central Library Brass From...
Free
Summer Concert Series
Citizens Park (Barrington) 511 N Lake Zurich Road, BarringtonJoin us at Citizens Park (511 Lake Zurich Road) beginning July 5 for our FREE Concerts in the Park Series presented by BMO Harris Bank. July 12: Serendipity July 19:...
Free
Wednesdays at the Plaza
Millennium Plaza (Aurora) 21 S. Stolp Ave., AuroraWednesdays at the Plaza will return to Millennium Plaza for five weeks from July 12 through Aug. 9. The free summer concert series starts at 7 p.m. and features popular...
Free
Live Music Concerts
Roger C.Claar Performing Arts Center 375 Briarcliff Road, BolingbrookIt'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
Music in the Park
Bensenville Village Hall 12 S Center Street, BensenvilleEveryone’s favorite free, family summer concert series, Music in the Park begins in June and has something to offer for all musical tastes. Music in the Park will be held...
Free
Movies in the Park
Gordon Park Ogden & Tilden, La GrangeSummer Movies in the Park is a perfect chance to relax and enjoy a special night under the stars. Bring your family and enjoy a movie on a 25-foot screen....
Free
Summer Movie in the Park
Washington Park (Itasca) 400 Irving Park Road, ItascaWednesday, July 12th - Summer Movie in the Park - Washington Park
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