Sponsored by Kane County Cougars and Ultimate Ninjas Naperville.
The 2024 Clarendon Hills Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market runs for approximately 23 weeks, Every Thursday, 7am-1pm. First Market date is May 16, 2024 and the last Market date is...
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,...
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...
Start your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun with our Family Storytime! This program will take place outside, but will be moved indoors in the event of inclement...
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.
Meet in front of the library with your young one in a stroller and join fellow parents/ caregivers for a walk in the park. We will end by the park...
Ages birth - 5 years with parent or caregiver. Have a "wild time" during this high-energy storytime at a Des Plaines park! No registration necessary. June 6, 13, 20, 27...
Join us to have fun, hear stories, & sing songs in English & Spanish during this special bilingual storytime. Ven a divertirte, a escuchar cuentos y a cantar canciones en...
We are pleased to offer weekly Donation Days—every Thursday the museum is open—for Illinois residents. Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during these Donation Days, or support us with a...
Stop by to make a simple craft with your child. Each week explores a different topic to spark your child's creativity and curiosity. Ages 3-7. While supplies last. Drop in.
Rhea 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,...
As one of the largest industries in Illinois, agriculture was the foundation for what is known today as the DuPage County Fair. Over 180 years ago when local farmers felt...
Disfrutaremos de cuentos y canciones en español y en ingles. Tambien, habra tiempo para jugar! Para niños de todas edas y sus cuidadores. Por favor trae su propia silla para...
Pack a lunch, bring a friend and enjoy live musical entertainment. All concerts are located at Cerny Park and begin at 11:30A. June 13: Miss Liz Music June 27: Mr....
Christmas doesn't have to come just once a year! Join us for swimming, plus some Christmas-themed fun and games. All ages are welcome but games will be geared towards elementary...
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...
Dive into the Christmas spirit and join us for some holiday cheer, in the middle of Summer! With decorations, music and games, it may not feel like Winter but it...
Help with different historical household or barnyard chores around the farm. It can get messy, so make sure to wear shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Suggested admission...
Love building and creating? LEGO enthusiasts are invited to meet and work individually or as a group. All supplies will be provided, and your project will be on display until...
Teen Record Label Showcase Thursday, May 30 • 6-7 p.m. A live music showcase from the talented teen musicians of the Library's Teen Record Label. Rain location: Central Library FeelGood...
Jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts: we provide the puzzles, you bring your friends or make new ones while working on puzzles together. Register. Meeting Room. Sessions from 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 6:00pm...
Hang out with fellow Swifties and make crafts inspired by your favorite popstar. Ages 7 – 15. Sign up begins two weeks prior to each date.
Bring the family and enjoy the movie Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone together at the Library.
Join us for a snack showdown! Each month, we’ll test a different type of food. You decide the winner! Since this is our last Taste Testers at the temporary location,...
Learn about our favorite glowing bugs and then make your own to take home! Parents welcome~
Open to Grades 2-5- Registration is required **Registration will open on June 25th Join us for a very special Ready, Set, Game! Do you think you’re the best at Mario...
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.
Every other Thursday from June through August, from 4pm to 9pm each evening, The Promenade will host its annual Summer Street Markets with Bright Star Events. Featuring bakers, artisans, handmade...
Create land art, write a poem, and make tie dye using fruits and spices. Drop in.
Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7PM at Fountain Square, from July 11 to September 26. For nine of the twelve weeks, Downtown...
Step back in time and join us on Thursday evenings from 5-8 pm during July and August at the historic downtown Kane County Courthouse on Third Street as car collectors...
The first 2024 LCCC Thursday night cruise night at Konow's Farm 16849 S Cedar Rd, Homer Glen will be Thursday May 16th from 5 to 8 PM as always please...
Admission was free for Illinois residents on weekdays, January 8–March 22. Our next free hours for Illinois residents will be on Thursday evenings, 5:00–8:00, June 6–September 26. For information on...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Mayor Marchese and the Darien City Council invite you to a FREE Summer Concert Series at Westwood Park, 75th Street & Fairview Ave. June 27 - The Mix July 25...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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:...
Enjoy a 20-minute storytime and browse in the bookmobile. The Bookmobile stops from 6:15-7:30, every other Thursday. Storytime starts at 6:30.
Northern Illinois Raptor will bring a Red-tailed hawk, Peregrine falcon, American Kestrel, Great horned Owl, Barred Owl and 2 Eastern Screech owls. We will learn about raptors and their Illinois...
Spend quality time with your family and enjoy live performances this summer at the Kids Entertainment Series. Sure to put a smile on everyone’s face, dancing and singing are encouraged!...
For families with children of all ages. Try your hand at IPPL's Backyard Olympics. Events include pool noodle hurdles and javelin throw and bean bag shot put. Program is canceled...
Join us for and evening of fun, food, and live music in Downtown Roselle! June 13: Sushi Roll June 27: Cowboy Co. July 11: Beyond the Blonde July 25: Gooroos...
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 –...
The Summer Concert Series is BACK and FREE to the community! July 11: Live Stream July 18: The Neverly Brothers July 25: The Four C Notes August 1: Anchors Away...
Work together with your family to decorate a birdhouse! All supplies will be provided. For grades K-6 with a caregiver. Registration required. Please only register once per family.
Naperville Park District is hosting a series of outdoor theatre performances by BrightSide Theatre titled, “Enchanted Broadway: A Magical Journey of Showtunes and Superstitions.” This series of free performances will...
Hummingbird Children’s Academy is accepting applications for their popular Academy for the 2024-2025 school year! Don’t miss Hummingbird’s open houses on July 24th at their Woodridge Center from 6:30-8pm or...
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...
Mark your calendars! The Concerts on The Village Green return for a new season, every Thursday at Burr Ridge Village Center. Concerts will take place every Thursday evening from June...
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...
Join us for games, contests, crafts, music, entertainment and more! There is something for everyone, so bring the whole family. Each party will be at a different Itasca Park District...
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....
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...
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...
Rock out this summer with us! Enjoy the sweet sounds of summer in the most beautiful park in your town. Bring a chair, pack a picnic, sit back and relax...
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...
June 14 - Circle Car Show and Hello Weekend June 20 - 7th Heaven July 11 - Too Hype Crew July 25 - The Boy Band Night August 23 -...
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...
Thursday from 7:00pm - 9:00pm June 13 - Kaleidoscope Eyes June 20 - Strung Out Band June 27 - The Four C Notes July 11 - Howard and the White...
All “Rockin’ in the Park” concerts will run from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to “Rockin’ in the Park” is free. Outside food and coolers are prohibited. Parking is...
Join the NMB in Central Park every Thursday night from June through August for Concerts in the Park. Concerts begin at 7:30pm and are free to the public, with bench...
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...
Bring a blanket or your favorite low-rise lawn chair and join your neighbors for a FREE movie at a park near you! All movies will begin at Dusk. Concessions will...
Arrive by 8:00 pm for photos with Princess Peach. Movie starts after sundown. Popcorn, snacks and drinks available to purchase. Based on the Super Mario video games, the animated film...
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