Dog Admission Days
The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, LisleSeveral times a year, The Morton Arboretum hosts Dog Admission Days and Tails on the Trails. These are the only times that dogs not designated as service dogs are allowed...
$5
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Buffalo Grove Farmers Market
Mike Rylko Community Park 1000 N Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo GroveFeaturing: locally grown fruits, vegetables, condiments, gourmet coffee and pastries, and more. In addition, business sponsored booths and non-profit booths will showcase local organizations and businesses. For information on...
Free
Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers Market
Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount ProspectGet the freshest produce in town every Sunday morning from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. The 2024 Market Season runs from June 2 thru Oct. 27 and the Market goes...
Free
Oswego Country Market
Oswego Country Market 15 Main Street, OswegoShop local with plenty of choices to buy fresh produce, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, specialty foods like baked goods & honey, and handmade items in our outdoor, open-air market. ...
Free
Glen Ellyn French Market
Main Street Train Station (Glen Ellyn) South parking lot (between Main Street and Forest Avenue), Glen EllynFeaturing a select group of vendors and live entertainment. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Free
Geneva French Market
Downtown Geneva ILEuropean-style market offers unique eats, treats and treasures in Geneva. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Free
Elmhurst French Market
Downtown Elmhurst York and Vallette, ElmhurstThe Elmhurst French Market will be located at the municipal lot at 180 W. Park at the corner of Park and Prospect. The duration of the market would be Sundays...
Free
Classic Car Show
3700 Block of Grand Boulevard 3700 Block of Grand Boulevard, BrookfieldThe Classic Car Show returns to the 3700 block of Grand Blvd on July 21st, 2024. We expect 100+ cars to register. Prizes will be awarded. Businesses on the street...
Free
Sunday Yoga in the Park
Hodges Park (Park Ridge) 101 Courtland Ave, Park RidgeJoin us in Hodges Park on Sunday mornings for free community yoga! Ages 5-12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Free
Summer Sunday Series: Coffee + Music
Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak ParkThis summer on Sundays from 10 – 11, Wonder Works Children’s museum will be hosting a Sunday Summer Music and Coffee Series in the Becky Boyce Nature Play Space. Adults...
Included in general admission
Glencoe Festival of Art
Downtown Glencoe 700 Vernon Avenue, GlencoeGet creative at the Glencoe Festival of Art with more than 100 artists on your perfect summer day with art, food, and fun! Start the day at your favorite Glencoe...
Free
Peach Festival
Windy Acres Farm 37w446 Fabyan Parkway, GenevaOur Festival opens at 10am-6pm with a large attractions area, delicious grilled concessions and beer garden to enjoy. Music and other fun activities are scheduled throughout each day! Make sure...
$16
Rhea Lana’s of Fox Valley Resale
Westridge Court 404 Illinois Route 59, NapervilleRhea Lana's is an award-winning semi-annual children's consignment event! Hundreds of families sell thousands of gently used, HIGH-QUALITY children's clothes, shoes, toys, books, DVDs, baby equipment, gently used maternity clothes,...
Free
Winfield Criterium and Summerfest
Downtown Winfield Church Street and Beecher Avenue, WinfieldChicago Grit Cycling Series, Creekside Artisan Market, Kidzone and Family Bike Ride.
Art in the Garden
The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, LisleLet nature inspire creativity as children explore various art mediums in this hands-on, discovery workshop. Participants will create their own nature-inspired art piece to take home. Art mediums change monthly....
included in admission
Glenview Art League Summer Art Fair
Lyon Elementary School 1335 Waukegan Road, GlenviewThis is a volunteer-run event – the 2nd longest running Art Fair in Illinois. Yes, we have a wonderful home-town history! Conveniently located on the inviting, tree-filled lawn of Lyon School in...
Free
Jo’s Footwork Open House
Jo's Footwork Studio 1500 Walker Street, Western SpringsJoin us at our open houses to register in person, purchase discounted apparel and enter a raffle for FREE dance bags, and a FREE year of dance! NOTE! On August...
Boating in the Park
Lake Ellyn Boathouse 645 Lenox Rd, Glen EllynRent a kayak, canoe, or a pedal boat. Boating in the Park is open to all ages, however, all boating participants required to properly wear and fit into the provided...
$10
Kane County Fair
Kane County Fairgrounds 525 S Randall Road, St. CharlesFox Valley's Top-Rated Summer Event, the Kane County Fair, will take place July 17-21, 2024. FREE acts found throughout Midway Kidbucks Game Show Rhinestone Roper Petting Zoo Kiddy Land Swifty...
Free
Sunday Funday
Pool on Pacific 9715 Pacific Avenue, Franklin ParkDon’t let the “Sunday Blues” get the best of you. Enjoy a free Sundae with your pick of toppings. Limit one per person.
Included in general admission
Sunday Makebreak
Michaels (check your local store)Come in-store for another FREE fun event!
Summer Chamber Music Camp Concert
Schaumburg Township District Library 130 South Roselle Road, SchaumburgStudents from Midwest Conservatory of Music present a Chamber Music Concert as the culmination of their annual week-long Summer Chamber Music Camp. The vision of the Midwest Conservatory of Music...
Free
Elk Grove Rotary Fest
Rotary Green (Elk Grove Village) 164 Lions Drive, Elk Grove VillageEnjoy rides and games provided by All Around Amusement. Check out live music Thursday thru Saturday. Food Vendors and Beer Court including wine and seltzers. Rotary Fest is the annual...
Free
Live on the Lake
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, ChicagoEnjoy free live music every weekend in the Navy Pier Beer Garden! Live on the Lake! is an outdoor live music series featuring Chicago’s best bands, along with regional and...
Free
Hindi and English Storytime
Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, AuroraEnjoy a bilingual storytime in both English and Hindi. Rhymes, music, and more will be featured. Children of all ages and their caregiver(s).** Tickets available 30 minutes before program begins...
Free
Summer Concert Series
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonThis concert is outdoors and features lawn seating. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets, and picnics are welcome. Concessions are available. Standard concert etiquette applies. Please be respectful...
included with parking
Family Golf Nights
White Pines Golf Club 500 W. Jefferson, BensenvilleBring the whole family out for an evening of golf at White Pines Golf Club’s Family Golf Nights one Sunday each month! The tees have been moved up for the...
$5 – $10
Summer in the Park
Various Locations ILSundays and Wednesdays at the Community Park 5 to 8:30 PM. Mondays behind Town Hall from 5 to 8:30 PM. Events are weather permitting.
Free
Concerts in the Park
Scoville Park Lake St & N Oak Park Ave, Oak ParkJoin us for some free, family-friendly entertainment in Scoville Park! Sunday concerts run from 6:00-7:30P with set up beginning at 4:30P. The Park District of Oak Park provides an easily...
Free
Summer Entertainment Series
Memorial Park (Wheaton) 208 West Union Avenue, WheatonEnjoy 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:...
Concerts In Your Park
Various Locations (Naperville) NapervilleConcerts in Your Park is a Sunday evening summer music series for families and neighbors; each concert is held at a different neighborhood park. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets...
Free
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