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Event Series La Grange Farmers Market

La Grange Farmers Market

La Grange Village Hall 53 South La Grange Road, La Grange

Our award-winning outdoor market is open from 7am to 1pm on Thursdays from May through October. Local farmers and artisans provide a selection of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, confections,...

Free

Morning Solstice Paddle

Busse Lake Boating Center 17 E. Higgins Road, Elk Grove Village

Celebrate the summer solstice by paddling Busse South Pool. Ages 5 & up.

Free
Event Series Stay and Play

Stay and Play

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect

This drop-in playtime features a special, immersive theme to explore and pretend play. The Youth Department program room will transform into a unique, child-size world that's the perfect space to...

Free
Event Series Stories in the Forest

Stories in the Forest

Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest

Presented with River Forest Public Library. We’ll read stories and do a simple nature activity. Weather dependent. Ages 0 to 5 years old with adult. Drop in.

$3
Event Series Swedish Days

Swedish Days

Downtown Geneva IL

This five-day festival dates back to 1949. Sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, it originally began as an event to promote and build business for Geneva at a time,...

Free

Storytime Picnic

Brookfield Public Library 3609 Grand Boulevard, Brookfield

Have some fun under the sun and enjoy a nature themed storytime & stay after to picnic on the grass. Some snacks will be provided but bringing your own is...

Free

American Indian Summer Solstice

Schiller Woods W Irving Park Rd and N Cumberland Ave, Chicago

Join the American Indian Center of Chicago to learn the importance of the solstice to the Native community; enjoy traditional Native dancing and hear about the cultural significance of Serpent...

Free
Event Series Cicada Program

Cicada Program

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park

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...

Included in general admission

Meet a Scientist Cicada Series: Elizabeth Postema

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago

Get the buzz on the broods this summer with our Meet a Scientist Cicada series! This May and June, Illinois will experience a rare, double-emergence of cicada broods XIX and...

Included in general admission
Event Series LEGO Zone

LEGO Zone

Chicago Children's Museum 700 E Grand Avenue, Chicago

From dinosaurs to cities and towns, there's nothing you can't create with LEGO bricks! Join visiting LEGO Brick Specialists for a playful building challenge, and let your imagination soar! Running...

Included in general admission
Event Series Preschool in the Park

Preschool in the Park

Spring Lake Park (Aurora) 396 Springlake Lane, Aurora

Join us on Thursdays at Spring Lake Park from 1-2 p.m. Kids get to enjoy a fun-filled hour of hands-on literacy, math, science and art activities. This is a free...

Free
Event Series Chores on a Dairy Farm

Chores on a Dairy Farm

Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago

This program provides an opportunity for kids and adults to try their hands at different activities and allows them to learn about the importance of farms like this. Suggested admission...

$5

Soaking in the Rays with No Toes

Elmwood Park Public Library 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park

Welcome in the summer season by basking in the sun with No Toes (the bearded dragon). Meet us at Central Park (weather permitting) to read stories or practice those storytelling...

Free

Family Sing- Along

Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, Lemont

Warm up your voice and have fun singing along and making music together with Edge Music Academy! Please note: a parent or caregiver must accompany children under 7 years of...

Free

Kiwanis Scavenger Hunt

Kiwanis Park (Brookfield) 8200 Brookfield Ave, Brookfield

Join us in the park for a scavenger hunt adventure. Walk-ins and new friends welcome!

Free
Event Series Reptile Rodeo

Reptile Rodeo

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside

Ali’s Reptile Den will bring new snakes and reptiles to view and learn about. Children of all ages with an adult.

Free
Event Series Open Bike Night

Open Bike Night

Naperville Safety Town 1320 Aurora Ave, Naperville

Children come bring your bikes to practice riding on the streets of Safety Town. Entrance fee is $5 per child. 4 wheeled, low to the ground bike rentals are available...

$5
Event Series Barrington Farmers Market

Barrington Farmers Market

Downtown Barrington Cook and Station St., Barrington

Featuring local vendors selling produce, handmade goods, kids activities, live music and much more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free
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 June 6th to August 29th from 5 to 9pm. Downtown Oak Park restaurants...

Event Series Cruisin Nights

Cruisin Nights

Downtown Westmont Cass Avenue & West Quincy Street, Westmont

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

Free
Event Series Skyline Sessions

Skyline Sessions

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

Get lost in the captivating tunes of Skyline Sessions and enhance your week with live music! Experience free outdoor shows every Thursday and Friday, at the Wave Wall Performance Platform....

Free
Event Series GroveFest

GroveFest

Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers Grove

Carnival, Music, Food, Beer, Entertainment and MORE!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer Festivals.

Free
Event Series Cicero Fest

Cicero Fest

Cicero Community Park S Laramie Ave & W 34th St, Cicero

Celebrating Independence Day with carnival rides, food, and music.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer Festivals.

Pop-Up Party in the Park

Heritage Park (Oakbrook Terrace) 1S325 Ardmore Avenue, Oakbrook Terrace

Put away your electronics and pop no over for some evening family fun. Families will get a chance to play yard games, join a bubble contest, and enjoy popsicles and...

Free

The World’s Largest Swim Lesson

Seascape Family Aquatic Center 1300 Moon Lake Boulevard, Hoffman Estates

Dive into an unforgettable experience with the World’s Largest Swim Lesson! 🌊 This global event aims to spread awareness about the importance of water safety and drowning prevention. Launched in...

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
Event Series Party In The Park

Party In The Park

Various Locations IL

This all ages event includes face painting, bubble guy - Scott Ingerson (Twisticity), balloon artist, grilled hot dogs, chipds, & dessert provided. Bring a picnic blanket & lawn chairs.  June...

Free
Event Series Pack the Park

Pack the Park

Various Locations IL

Help us Pack the Park this summer! Enjoy an evening of free games and plenty of popsicles from 6-8pm! Families will have a chance to meet Park District leadership, including...

Free

Pride Celebration

Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, Schaumburg

Join us for a family Pride celebration! In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, we will have music, crafts, informational resources, giveaways and more to celebrate love, equality and embracing who...

Free
Event Series Thursday Night Out

Thursday Night Out

Downtown Barrington Cook and Station St., Barrington

Classic cars, live music, family activities & more!: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

Free
Event Series Live at the Lake

Live at the Lake

Various Locations IL

Enjoy free music at our various locations! All concerts start at 7:00pm June 13: The Wayouts June 20: The Messengers June 27: Mr. Myers July 11: Good Clean Fun July...

Free
Event Series Uniquely Thursdays

Uniquely Thursdays

Burlington Park (Hinsdale) 30 E Chicago Avenue, Hinsdale

Summer concert series in the park with a great band line up and a vast array of food vendors and businesses with fun giveaways. For information on more events like...

Free
Event Series Wheaton Cruise Nights

Wheaton Cruise Nights

Wheaton Town Square 271 Town Square, Wheaton

Experience the thrill of classic cars and hot rods at Wheaton Cruise Nights, every Thursday this summer from 6-9pm at Town Square Wheaton. Enjoy music, delicious food, and a vibrant...

Free

Summer Entertainment Series

Memorial Park (Wheaton) 208 West Union Avenue, Wheaton

Enjoy musical concerts and performances spanning a variety of musical genres featuring both local and national talent. Performances are hosted on various weekends from 6-9:30P, June through September. June 6:...

Scales and Tales Traveling Zoo

Wood Dale Public Library 520 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale

Join us to meet and learn about sloths, anteaters, macaws, barn owls, bullfrogs dancing ferrets and more. This live animal presentation is sure to wow the entire family. Please sign...

Free

Family Night: Tie Dye

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien

For families with children of all ages. Get creative and messy at IPPL's Tie Dye Family Night. Bring an item to dye and a plastic bag. Program is canceled in...

Free
Event Series Concerts in the Park

Concerts in the Park

Turner Park (Roselle) 81 E. Devon Avenue, Roselle

June 1 - Semple June 20 - Our So Called Band August 16 - Croozin' The Loop For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor...

Free
Event Series Sounds of Summer

Sounds of Summer

Various Locations IL

The complete summer includes Main Stage Concerts on Friday nights, Family Picnic Series on Tuesdays at noon, Battle of the Bands, Palatine Concert Band Shows, and Outdoor Movie Nights –...

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 6 - Petty Cash June 13 - Murley Music June 20 - Chicago's Own...

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. May...

Free
Event Series Sounds Of Summer Concerts

Sounds Of Summer Concerts

Harmony Park (Arlington Heights) 7 S Vail Avenue, Arlington Heights

Beginning in 2024, the Village of Arlington Heights' Sounds of Summer Concerts will take place on Thursday nights, beginning the first week of June and ending the last week of...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Carol Stream Town Center 960 N Gary Ave, Carol Stream

Each summer, the Village hosts a series of concerts for the community. Taking place on Thursday nights, these concerts provide free fun and entertainment that the whole family can enjoy....

Free
Event Series Sunset Soiree

Sunset Soiree

Downtown Lemont Lemont

Sunset Soiree 2024 Concert Series in Downtown Lemont Presented by the Lemont Park District and the Village of Lemont All Concerts Begin at 7:00 p.m. | Seating Opens at 6:00...

Free
Event Series Rockin’ in the Park

Rockin’ in the Park

North Riverside Park and Recreation 2401 Desplaines Ave, North Riverside

Bring friends, family, and comfy chairs/blankets to kick back and enjoy the sounds of summer! The music line-up will bring big beats to get you on your feet. NO outside...

Free

Summer Sounds on the Green

Village Green (Hoffman Estates) 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates

Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies from...

Free
Event Series Reels at the Rialto

Reels at the Rialto

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N Chicago St, Joliet

Rialto Square Theatre is excited to announce our year-round movie series called β€œReels at the Rialto.” This movie series is a nod to our Vaudeville movie palace past. β€œIt’s important...

$5
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook

Every Thursday from June 13 to August 29, The Promenade welcomes live musicians to The Row from 7pm to 9pm. Guests can bring their own chairs, pick up food and...

Free
Event Series Rockin’ in the Park

Rockin’ in the Park

Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont

All β€œRockin’ in the Park” concerts will run from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to β€œRockin’ in the Park” is free. Outside food and coolers are prohibited. Parking is...

Free
Event Series Good Vibrations

Good Vibrations

Veterans Memorial Bandshell 411 S. Maple Street, Mount Prospect

Gather family and friends for the best in Thursday evening entertainment. Our free concert series offers something for everyone! June 20 - Petty Kings June 27 - Dancing Queen July...

Free
Event Series Hinkley Flick & Float

Hinkley Flick & Float

Hinkley Pool 25 Busse Highway, Park Ridge

Join us at Hinkley Pool as we float around and enjoy a movie after dark! Bring your favorite pool float for this event to help you relax under the stars...

$10 – $15
Event Series Movie in the Park

Movie in the Park

Mackin Park 15th Street and Maple Avenue, Berwyn

Make sure to bring your blanket and or a lawn chair, some snacks if you'd like and enjoy the movie! June 20 - Wish July 18 - Paw Patrol The...

Free
Event Series Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park

Glenbrook Elementary School 315 Garden Circle, Streamwood

Bring your own lawn chairs and join us at Glenbrook Elementary. The movie will be shown and food trucks will have snacks available for purchase. Families can begin arriving at...

Free

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