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Event Series Schaumburg Farmers Market

Schaumburg Farmers Market

Trickster Cultural Center 190 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg

At the Schaumburg Farmers Market, you’ll find locally grown fruits and vegetables, certified organic produce, microgreens, meats, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses, and dog treats sold by the vendors that produce...

Free

Family Dance Party

Fishel Park 1036 Grove Street, Downers Grove

We’re playing our favorite storytime dance tunes in the park bandshell. Geared towards preschoolers, but the whole family is welcome! This program is held outside at Fishel Park. In case...

Free

Character Party: Disney – FULL

Indian Prairie Public Library 401 Plainfield Road, Darien

For ages 7 & under with an adult caregiver. Celebrate your favorite characters! Explore and create themed activities and crafts based on your beloved pals. Register for each week you...

Free
Event Series Picnic in the Park

Picnic in the Park

Various Locations IL

The Community Park District and La Grange Park Library are excited to provide this fun and FREE program. Caregivers and children of all ages are invited to join a member...

Free

Touch a Truck

Clarendon Hills Park District Community Center 315 Chicago Avenue, Clarendon Hills

Don't miss this morning exploring all types of transportation. Tots and their families will be amazed by all the vehicles that travel the roads right in your own town. Free...

Free
Event Series Fridays in the Field

Fridays in the Field

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs

University of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities. Jul 5 & Jul 12 – Cicadas Jul 19 – Amphibians & Reptiles Jul 26...

Free
Event Series Storytime in the Garden

Storytime in the Garden

Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn

Join us and the Proksa Park's Children's Garden for summer storytimes, complete with activities, crafts, and gardening time in the community garden! In the event of bad weather, storytime will...

Free
Event Series Tots in the Park

Tots in the Park

Alcott Center 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove

FREE performances for children of all ages. Bring a blanket. In case of inclement weather, performances will be held inside the Alcott Center. June 14 - Super Stolie June 28...

Free
Event Series Fun Fridays

Fun Fridays

Reed-Keppler Park 129 W. National Street, West Chicago

Kids entertainment series. Subject to weather. June 28: Todd Downing July 12: The Headspin Guy July 26: Jay Jay Magic & Bubbles August 2: The Frog Lady August 9: Nanny...

Free
Event Series DuPage County Fair

DuPage County Fair

DuPage County Fairgrounds 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton

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...

Event Series Kids Entertainment Series

Kids Entertainment Series

Downtown Bloomingdale 104 S Bloomingdale Road, Bloomingdale

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!...

Free
Event Series Geek Week

Geek Week

North Riverside Public Library 2400 Des Plaines Avenue, North Riverside

Enjoy a themed week full of your favorite fandoms! Monday: Fantasy Day Tuesday: Cartoon/Anime Day Wednesday: Nostalgia Day Thursday: Sci-Fi Day Friday: Superhero Day Saturday *A Tolkien Fan Meetup

Free

Meet the EPL Fish Caretaker

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst

For families. Drop by the Kids' Library and learn how Matt, our EPL fish caretaker, takes care of our fish and see him demonstrate what he does to keep our...

Free

Go for the Gold

Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, Lemont

Feel like a winner during this Olympic-sized program.

Free

The Great Checkers Challenge

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington

Come test your strategic skills and compete against other players at our checkers tournament. Participants at any skill level are welcome to join in the fun! Drop in. Program Room.

Free
Event Series Friday Crafternoons

Friday Crafternoons

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard

Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Get crafty at the Library this summer! Use available supplies to design your own creation to take home.

Free

Back to the 80s Bash

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook

Spend a totally rad afternoon celebrating the 80s! There will be snacks, drinks, music, crafts and everything in between! This event is for children and their families to participate together.

Free
Event Series Elgin Farmers Market

Elgin Farmers Market

Downtown Elgin South Riverside Drive, Elgin

Shop a great selection of vendors, listen to live music, enjoy great food and have an awesome time in Downtown Elgin! The Downtown Elgin Market brings 30-45 vendors to Downtown...

Free
Event Series Downtown Block Party

Downtown Block Party

Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount Prospect

Our annual Downtown Block Party returns July 26 and 27 with music, food, and plenty of activities for the kids. Get a group of family members or friends together and...

Free

Final Lap Summer Reading Celebration

St. Charles Public Library 1 S. 6th Street, St. Charles

Enjoy remote control car racing, an inflatable slide, and don't forget to pick up your prizes before the race ends on July 28th! In case of rain, this event will...

Free
Event Series Roselle Cruise Nights

Roselle Cruise Nights

American Legion Post (Roselle) 344 E Maple Avenue, Roselle

The 19th Annual! Roselle Cruise Nights 2024! Every Friday May 31st till Sept. 13th   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

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 Wicker Park Fest

Wicker Park Fest

Wicker Park 1425 N. Damen Avenue, Chicago

As one of Chicago’s most anticipated summer festivals, and dubbed "Chicago's Best Street Festival of the Summer " by the Chicago Tribune, Wicker Park Fest is one of Chicago’s top-drawing...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton

Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...

Free

Mammals and More

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville

Hang out with Steve the Sloth and learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world with the Flying Fox Conservation Fund. Limited to 150 participants. Please...

Free

Kids and Families Boardgame Night

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle

Get ready for a fun night of board games that are great for all ages. This program is intended for grades 1 - 8 and their families. Registration required.

Free

S’more Summer

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville

Although the lazy days of summer are almost over and it will soon be back to you know where, there is still so much to do outside! Need a little...

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 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 Movies Under The Stars

Movies Under The Stars

Willow Stream Park and Pool 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove

There is no need to buy a ticket or rent a movie on these Friday nights! Available seating is guaranteed in our 54-acre theater that will feature a 40-foot screen...

Free
Event Series Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park

Pavilion Community Center 1000 Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village

Please bring your own snacks, chairs and blankets. June 14: Migration June 28: Elemental July 12: Wonka July 26: Trolls Band Together   For information on more events like this,...

Free
Event Series Moonlit Movies in the Park

Moonlit Movies in the Park

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton

Watching a favorite movie outside, under the stars, on a 40-foot screen is a fun and memorable family experience. We make it even better with pre-show activities such as crafts,...

Included in general admission
Event Series A Night at the Movies

A Night at the Movies

Various Locations (Naperville) Naperville

Join the Naperville Park District outdoors for a fun and free Friday night kick-off to the weekend featuring a family-friendly movie at A Night at the Movies! Bring your own...

Free

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