Kidlist Park Playdate Series
Various Locations ILThe Park Playdate Series is back for the third year! Join us at some of our favorite parks over the summer to enjoy free entertainment, snacks, and connecting with other...
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Downtown Downers Grove Sidewalk Sale
Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers GroveJoin the Downtown Downers Grove retailers for the SALE of the year! The Annual Sidewalk Sale will be held July 20-22, 2023. You do not want to miss the amazing...
Get Up ‘n Groove in the Park
Surrey Park 95 Surrey Drive, Glen EllynLet's dance and sing to various melodies in this music and movement program! For kids of all ages and their grownups.
Free
Kids in the Garden
The Growing Place 25w471 Plank Road, NapervilleThe Master Gardeners and The Growing Place are teaming up for a day of play in our Naperville gardens. You and your kiddos can rotate through different activity stations as...
Free
Reptile Rendezvous
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South HollandMeet our ambassador reptiles. Learn about their unique adaptations and features.
Free
The Bad Guys Bash
Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectWhoop it up with The Bad Guys! You're invited to celebrate their latest adventure in the new book Let the Games Begin. Explore some of the silliest moments in Aaron...
Free
Move and Groove
Various Locations ILAll ages. Join us at parks around Des Plaines (weather permitting) for a groovy interactive storytime. When we're done, there will be a chalk obstacle course to enjoy as long...
Free
Take a New Look at an Old Book
Bellwood Public Library 600 Bohland Ave, BellwoodJoin Ms. Sophia for throwback reading of old classic stories and a special craft.
Free
Painting and Popsicles
Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller ParkOpen to ages 11-17. Limited seating. Registration required. Hey teens! Join the library for a fun afternoon of frozen treats and painting. All supplies will be provided by the library.
Free
Mount Prospect Lions Club Cruise Night
Randhurst Village 1 Randhurst Village Drive, Mount ProspectThe Mount Prospect & Prospect Heights Lions Club Cruise Night is back this Summer at Randhurst Village. In June, July and August join us for classic cars, muscle cars, music,...
Free
Pop-Up Parties in the Park
Heritage Park (Oakbrook Terrace) 1S325 Ardmore Avenue, Oakbrook TerracePut away your electronics and pop on over for some evening family fun. Families will get a chance to play yard games, join a bubble contest, and enjoy popsicles and...
Free
Disney Karaoke
St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. CharlesRaise your voice and belt out your favorite Disney tune with our karaoke machine, then make a microphone to continue the fun at home!
Free
Family Night
Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, DarienThemes 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
Live Music Series at the Lawn
Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak BrookWe’ve 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...
Cruise Night
BMO Lot (Barrington) 210 W Station Street, BarringtonCruise Night is back each Thursday Night starting June 15 (except for National Night Out on August 3, more information to come!). Join host Bob the DJ for a perennial...
Family Entertainment Night
Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood DaleJune 15: Mad Science - Up, Up and Away! - During this event, experiments demonstrating the principles of air and pressure will captivate the audience. A dry-cleaning bag that becomes...
Free
Palatine Children’s Chorus: Sounds of Summer
Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center 150 E. Wood Street, PalatineBeautiful music, sung by Palatine Park District’s Children’s Chorus, will entertain all ages this holiday season. Join us for a great Sounds of Summer experience at Cutting Hall Performing Arts...
Make Music with Miss Julie
Edwin and Elsie Meyn Busse Park 21 S Emerson Street, Mount ProspectThis event will take place at Pocket Park (Edwin and Elsie Meyn Busse Park) on the corner of Emerson St. and Busse Ave. Best for ages 7 and younger with...
Free
Movies In The Park
Central Park (Elmwood Park) 2430 N 75th Avenue, Elmwood ParkJune 15: The Great Outdoors June 29: Rookie of the Year July 20: Minions: Rise of Gru For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
Free
Promenade Concert Series
The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E Boughton Road, BolingbrookThe Promenade concert series June 8 - August 31, 2023. Every Thursday night 7pm - 9 pm, located on The Row! For information on more events like this, check...
Free
Concerts in the Park
Countryside Park 61st & Kensington, CountrysideMark your calendar for Countryside’s Summer Concert Series! Acts start at 7pm, with the exception of the Fireworks show..…we will have an Opening Act that night! Where: Countryside Park, 630...
Free
Summer Celebration Concerts
Carol Stream Town Center 960 N Gary Ave, Carol StreamJune 15 - Spoken Four June 22 - Hello Weekend July 1 - Hillbilly Rockstarz July 13 - Second Hand Soul July 20 - 7th Heaven July 27 - Breakfast...
Free
Wheaton Municipal Band Concerts
Memorial Park (Wheaton) 208 West Union Avenue, WheatonTreasured events for families throughout Chicago suburban communities The Wheaton Municipal Band is composed of some of the finest band musicians in the metropolitan Chicago area, playing a variety of...
Free
Summer Concert Series
Lions Park (Mount Prospect) 411 S. Maple Street, Mount ProspectGather friends and family for the best in Thursday evening entertainment! Our free concert series offers something for everyone and begins promptly at 7:30 PM. June 22 | 7th Heaven...
Free
Summer Concert Series
Central Park (Naperville) 104 E. Benton, NapervilleAll 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
Movie in the Park
Heritage Park Performance Pavilion 201 Community Boulevard, WheelingArrive by 8:00 pm to have our special balloon artist design a unique take-home twisted creation of your choosing. July 20: Minions: The Rise of Gru For information on...
Free
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