Build a farm-to-table meal with a plethora of locally grown food. Youβll also find an array products, performances and events, making this a great destination for the whole family! ...
On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, youβll find tasty food to eat, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the...
The Oak Park Farmersβ Market is held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from May 18 through Oct. 26, 2024. The Market is located in the Pilgrim Church...
The Palatine Farmersβ Market, operated by the Sister Cities Association of Palatine, opens on May 4. The Farmersβ Market details are as follows: Every Saturday at the Palatine Train...
The Park Ridge Farmers Market is open Memorial Day weekend through the end of October. Our farmers and vendors sell a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty products -...
Bring your fishing poles to the annual Fish-O-Rama! Offered in cooperation with the Kiwanis Club of Wheaton, this free event invites kids 15 and under, with an adult, to participate...
Whether youβre a rookie with the rod and reel, or a life-long angler, put your skills to the test at the annual Woodridge Jubilee Fishing Derby. Members of our Senior...
The Batavia Farmers' Market is held every Saturday from May 18 through October 26, 2024 from 8:00am to 12:00pm on North River Street between Wilson and Spring Streets. The Market...
The oldest farmers market in Illinois, the Aurora Farmers Market will be beginning its' 113th season on June 1st, 2024! Every week, our markets feature fresh, locally grown fruits and...
We are excited for our upcoming season! Our 2024 season is May 11- October 12 from 8:00am- 12:00pm. Shop locally grown products, cheese, handmade pastries, and much more! For...
This community treasure features fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmerβs Markets.
Brookfield Farmers Market Opening Day is Saturday, June 1st, 2024 at 8 a.m.! Your favorite vendors will be back, and there will be some great new additions. The Farmers Market...
The Elk Grove Farmers Market operates on Saturdays from June through October and is dedicated to bringing residents and visitors a fresh market with a variety of fruits, vegetables, spices,...
Fresh flowers, artisan foods, music. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmerβs Markets.
This ongoing program will run from Friday, June 14, to Sunday, June 16. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday....
Try a Zumba class and dance yourself out to a great time and a calorie burning party! Make sure to wear good workout shoes and bring your water.
Kick off Fatherβs Day Weekend in Downtown Naperville with a FREE Car Show along Jackson Avenue from 9am-12pm. Enjoy the looks of up to 100 vintage vehicles in all makes...
Parents your kids want to go fishing! Come out to our Take Me Fishing event at beautiful Bernas Park and enjoy the lifetime activity of fishing as a family. Fishing...
The Arlington Heights Police Department will be conducting a FREE child safety seat inspection event on Saturday, June 15th, 9:00 am - Noon, in the parking lot across from the...
The whole family is invited for a day of outdoor fun! Free fishing derby, tree climb, nature play, animal encounters, and more! Enjoy local food and win prizes. Grove 25.
All cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome. Get in line early to claim the best spot! Register online by May 1st to guarantee an event t-shirt! For more info & register...
The Chicago Scots are excited to announce the relocation of the 38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games to our new home at the DuPage County Fairgrounds! Mark your calendars...
See the farmβs heritage Shorthorn cows hand-milked the 1890s way. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages. Free. No registration....
Create a new family tradition and introduce your children to the joys of fishing! Join us for lllinois "no license needed" week and cast your lines in our well-stocked lake....
This small group story time is designed for children with sensory processing differences, specifically those who are seeking extra sensory input.
Celebrate the emergence of the Cicadas by reading Cicada Symphony by Sue Fliess, doing activities, and learning all about Cicadas from a representative from Citizens for Conservation. Register. BALibrary Lawn.
Get ready to play! An early childhood staff member will meet you at the park listed below. Families welcome! No registration needed. Just show up for some fun. Playdates will...
Join us for our Annual Pride Ride through the streets of Berwyn. Line-up begins at 37th and East Ave at 10a and we roll at 11a. All welcome, prize for...
The Statewide Kite Fly raises awareness of the Illinois Association of Park Districtβs Youth License Plate Flying 4 Kids program. Sales of Flying 4 Kids License plates go to park...
Flex your STEM muscles as you play, build, design, problem solve, and collaborate at each station.
Join Chicago Fire Community Coachesβand Sparky the mascotβfor fun, physical play activities that build focus, social interaction, confidence, creativity and problem-solving! Your feet and your brain will be busy!
Experience the nostalgia and elegance of decades past as we gather to showcase an impressive array of vintage automobiles at the Classic Car Show in conjunction with Touch-A-Truck this year....
Bluey is coming to Kiddie Academy of Darien! Join us on Saturday, June 15th from 10am-12pm for a great cause! Come inside for a meet and greet with everyoneβs favorite...
Workshops are hosted by our Red Vests from 10:00am β 1:00pm, in-store only. Don't forget Builder Recognition β attendance must be validated by an associate for credit. Confirm you have...
Get a head start on celebrating Pollinator Week 2024 at this family-friendly event! Learn about the insects and animals that perform the important task of pollinating plants, especially those that...
Celebrate freedom, family and country with various activities, presentations, performances and exhibits highlighting Black history, arts and culture. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...
Enjoy a story and a stroll around the Library Reading Garden.
Join us in celebrating 66 years of a Chicago tradition, the Gold Coast Art Fair in Chicagoβs Grant Park. Start your friends or family day fueling up with breakfast near...
Daisy Days fun includes: Carnival rides and games, reptile shows, children's music show, beer and wine tent, local talent showcase, delicious food from area businesses sand a headliner band each...
The Excitement is Building! We invite you and your families to join us for a FREE Community Carnival as we kick off our upcoming renovations to the Eola Road Branch!...
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory β you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids...
Wonder Works is gearing up to be both a quiet place to escape the cicadas and a place to learn about our noisy visitors. On Thursdays and Saturdays in June...
Tiny Great Performancesβ’ bring professional and community performers to the Museum to promote a life-long love of the arts in children and their families. Performances feature a variety of subjects...
Join us for the start of Summer at Bubble Bash!
Tails will be wagging on Saturday, June 15 as the Medinah Park District and Chicagoland Dog Rescue will welcome the season with the βDog Day of Summer,β Dog Festival. Thorndale...
Join us at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion for kids inflatables, crafts, airbrush tattoos, and live entertainment by Grammy-Nominated childrenβs music duo Wendy & DB! Food trucks are scheduled to attend....
Unity Rising: βCelebrating Freedom, Heritage, and Community Empowerment" Bronzeville, the historic heart of African American culture in Chicago, is excited to extend a warm invitation to members of the media...
Bring that hot rod, rat rod, classic car or just the minivan. Food and beverages available for purchase. Wear 50s style apparel and get ready to hand jive inside the...
Established in 1980, this uniquely-Chicago summertime tradition returns with an impressive array of eateries showcasing the cityβs culinary excellence and diversity. Rogers Park - June 15 Marquette Park - July...
Let your geek flag fly! The Geek Fest is a unique family-friendly event centered on all things geeky, nerdy, and eccentric! Free entertainment includes inflatable bounce houses, arcade-style games, board...
Second annual Multicultural Art Fair presented by nonprofit organization Building Love Amongst Cultures. We are celebrating diversity and culture through art in the community.
Come together with Naperville Neighbors United as we commemorate Juneteenth alongside the community. Invite your friends and family to partake in the music and uplifting speeches. Remember to bring your...
Take me out to Cantigny Park for some good old fashioned vintage baseball. See how the game was played over 100 years ago! Players follow 1850s rules and regulations. That...
The Beverly/Morgan Park Juneteenth Family Festival aims to honor our ancestors, celebrate African and African-American cultural heritage, unite our diverse community, and connect Chicago residents with resources and services. ...
Join us for a Day of Fun and Celebration! Enjoy live music, line dancing, stepping performances, and more! Fun games, face painting, and crafts for the little ones. Taste delicious...
Oswegoβs four-day community celebration is brought to you by the Oswegoland Park District, generous business sponsors, civic organizations, and hundreds of volunteers. We warmly invite you to be a part...
Summer doesnβt begin until you attend the Woodridge Jubilee! The annual summer festival, which is organized by the Woodridge Park District and the Village of Woodridge, will take place Thursday,...
Taste of Des Plaines is a summer street festival that appeals to all ages with two stages for live entertainment, family activities, beer tents, local food vendors and more! Come...
Celebrate Pride Month and learn about different types of family arrangements in the animal kingdom.
Join us for interactive and fun activities at the Bronzeville Children's Museum Annual Juneteenth Celebration. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.
Inspired by featured exhibition Monsters in Wilder Park: A Kid-Powered Art Show, join artist Dave Pryor and explore the world of monster creation. During your visit, you will be able...
It's a party at East End Pool! Our Park District mascot, Eco the Raccoon, is throwing a birthday bash today! Come celebrate with games, music and more from 1-4 pm,...
Inspired by featured exhibition Monsters in Wilder Park: A Kid-Powered Art Show, join artist Dave Pryor and explore the world of monster creation. During your visit, you will be able...
Summer Drop-In Days, every Wednesday and Saturday, offer activities that explore history and culture in creative ways! Sessions may have a military theme or French spin β for example, apply...
Don't miss Stepping at Fox Valley in the Court area, near Entrance #2
Get ready to groove, laugh, and celebrate at this year's Juneteenth Cultural Festival! This year, it's all about the kids! They're the heartbeat of our community, and we're gearing up...
Navy Pierβs annual Chi-Soul Fest returns with a vibrant line-up of free live music Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16. The two-day music festival celebrates Chicago soul music and...
Celebrate the wonderful things that make our community great in this program series that shares holidays and cultural identities. Join us for stories, activities, and crafts! Register as a family....
Join local Beekeeper Konni Vukelic for an engaging presentation about bees. Meet some of the bees (safely contained in an observation hive) that help provide pollination for local farms and...
Join us for Woodfield Mall's Pop Up Pride Fest! We've teamed up with the Kenneth Young Center to bring you this event! LGBTQ+ at Kenneth Young Center will have a...
Come view the coolest classic cars around. The Mount Prospect Lions Club is sponsoring Bluesmobile Cruse Nights every Saturday. Each week, there will be a new theme. Admission is free....
Enjoy free live music every weekend in the Navy Pier Beer Garden! Live on the Lake! is an outdoor live music series featuring Chicagoβs best bands, along with regional and...
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Gather your family and be part of the excitement every Saturday afternoon with two captivating free performances at the Wave Wall Stage, as part of Navy Pierβs thrilling outdoor live...
Live music is the best part of summer β enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...
Get ready to kick off summer with Westfield Old Orchard at the Summer Celebration Event! Join Old Orchard for an evening filled with live music, delicious food for sale from...
2024 Downtown Lisle Car Show Dates: May 18 June 15 July 20 August 17 September 21 6:00 - 9:00 PM These fun and family-friendly events are the perfect way to...
Lombardβs Cruise Nights and Summer Concert series is celebrating its 25th anniversary! Come out and enjoy this unique experience, which brings classic and custom cars, live music, and Lombardβs local...
Bring the whole family for our FREE movie night at Cerny Park! All movies begin at dusk. Seating opens at 8:00pm. Concessions will be for sale! June 15 β TMNT:...
Join the Chi-Town Skygazers, an enthusiastic group of astronomers, for a celestial experience under the open sky. Equipped with telescopes, Pier Park becomes a meeting point for people of all...
Enjoy Chicagoβs beloved sky spectacle show every Wednesday night at 9pm and Saturday night at 10pm, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Gather your loved ones and head...
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