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Event Series Naperville Farmers Market

Naperville Farmers Market

5th Avenue Station Parking Lot 200 E. 5th Ave, Naperville

Build a farm-to-table meal with a plethora of locally grown food. You’ll also find an array products, performances and events, making this a great destination for the whole family!  ...

Free

Fishing Derby

Patriots Park (Downers Grove) 501 55th Place, Downers Grove

Reel in three hours of family fun at the Annual Fishing Derby. This is a free event, but registration is required at dgparks.org. Longest and shortest fish in each age...

Free
Event Series Aurora Farmers Market

Aurora Farmers Market

Water Street Mall 13 Water St, Aurora

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...

Free
Event Series Lisle French Market

Lisle French Market

Downtown Lisle IL

This community treasure features fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free
Event Series Brookfield Farmers Market

Brookfield Farmers Market

Brookfield Village Hall 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield

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...

Free
Event Series Elk Grove Farmers Market

Elk Grove Farmers Market

Charles J. Zettek Municipal Complex 901 Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village

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,...

Free

Big Trucks

Ron Beese Park 50 Rotary Drive, Barrington

Your entire family is going to love this event! We park dozens of β€œBig Trucks” in the parking lot at Ron Beese Park and then open them up for children...

Free

Archery: Open House

Blackwell Forest Preserve Warrenville

Learn about equipment, try some of the basics with a certified instructor, and talk to representatives from local archery groups at this fun family event. All ages; under 18 with...

Free

Summer Daze Car Show

Downtown Warrenville Butterfield Road and Batavia Road, Warrenville

Downtown Warrenville – near the intersection of Rt 56 (Butterfield) & Batavia Road 9:00A-2:30P *Awards Announcement at conclusion of judging (approximately 2:30 p.m.) We ask that all Car Show participants...

Touch a Truck

Jewel Middle School 1501 Waterford Road, North Aurora

Join the fun as surrounding agencies participate in this educational and entertaining event for kids of all ages. Come watch exciting fire and rescue demonstrations and mingle with emergency crews....

Free
Event Series Destination Asia Festival

Destination Asia Festival

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle

Bring your family and friends to be transported across the globe as you explore the beautiful cultures and traditions of Asia. Taste delicious food from local vendors, experience new music,...

included in admission

Super Saturday: Choose Your Own Balloon Adventure

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect

Bring the whole family to this interactive show packed with magic, comedy, and Smarty's giant balloons! For families. Please register each child and adult attendee.

Free

Reptile Show

Hoffman Estates Village Hall 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates

The Village's Youth Commission is hosting a free Reptile Show on Saturday, August 3 at 10 am at Village Hall for children and their grown-ups! To register for this fun,...

Free

Touch-A-Truck

Park Place Family Recreation Center 550 S. Park Boulevard, Streamwood

Children and adults of all ages will have truckloads of fun during our Touch A Truck event. This free family event allows you to interact with vehicles in all shapes...

Free

Touch a Truck

Centennial Recreation Center (Addison) 1776 W. Centennial Place, Addison

All ages, free event.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.

Free

Naperville Children’s Business Fair

Naperville Central High School 440 W. Aurora Ave, Naperville

The Naperville Children's Business fair is a one day event for kidpreneurs to showcase their small businesses in front of the community. Come support tomorrow's business leaders on August 3rd...

La Grange Park Public Library Grand Reopening

La Grange Park Public Library 555 N. La Grange Road, La Grange Park

You won’t want to miss this ALL-DAY event that we plan to begin with a ribbon cutting as we open at 10 a.m. and conclude with an epic parking lot...

Free

Emotions Storytime with National Alliance of Mental Illness

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora

Join us for storytime and craft activity focused on emotions with NAMI KDK. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. ** The National Alliance on Mental Illness (Kane...

Free

Mammals and More

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove

Flying Fox Conservation is bringing the zoo to the library! Learn about and meet some of the world's most unique creatures. This program is geared towards school age children and...

Free

El Mago Magic Show

Glen Ellyn Public Library 400 Duane Street, Glen Ellyn

Enjoy the magical feats of "El Mago" in this family-friendly show! Best for kids in preschool and elementary school and their grownups. This event will also be the Wrap Up...

Free

Scrap Craft Saturdays

Schiller Park Public Library 4200 Old River Road, Schiller Park

Open to all ages. Limit 2 Craft Per Participants. While Supplies Last. No Registration Required.

Free

End of Summer Reading Celebration

Bartlett Public Library 800 S Bartlett Road, Bartlett

What better way to end the summer than with a backyard party? Magician Gary Kantor will kick-off Bartlett Public Library's End of Summer Reading Celebration at 11:45 a.m. with a...

Free

Annie’s Birthday Bash

Lombard Historical Society 23 W Maple Street, Lombard

Celebrate the grand finale of Little Orphan Annie's Birthday Week at 23 W Maple Street with a fun-filled day starting at noon. Enjoy Annie-themed activities, face painting, and a slice...

Free
Event Series Romeofest

Romeofest

Romeoville Recreation Center 900 West Romeo Road, Romeoville

RomeoFest is a 4-day long celebration of the Romeoville community with music, food, family entertainment, carnival, car show, artisan market, bingo, tournaments, fireworks, laser show and much more!   For...

Free
Event Series Taste of Roselle

Taste of Roselle

Main Street (Roselle) Roselle

The Roselle Lions Club is hosting Roselle’s best block party of the summer, the 41st Annual Taste of Roselle on August 2, 3, and 4, 2024. Bring family, friends, and...

Free
Event Series Summer Daze

Summer Daze

Warrenville City Hall 3s258 Manning Avenue, Warrenville

Summer Daze 2024 will be taking place on August 2 & 3! Enjoy live music, beer & wine, delicious food, business booths, and fun for the entire family. Located in...

Event Series Family Movie

Family Movie

Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street, Downers Grove

Bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy a movie on our big screen! Closed Captioning is provided. June 29 - FernGully July 5 - Wall-E *Showing at 10:30am and 1:00pm...

Free

Candy Olympics

Rolling Meadows Library 3110 Martin Lane, Rolling Meadows

Go for the gold at an unforgettable event filled with games, challenges, and of course, a generous dose of sweetness.

Free
Event Series Summer Drop-In Days

Summer Drop-In Days

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton

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...

Included in general admission

Mr. Scott’s Music Show

Hanover Park Branch 1266 Irving Park Road, Hanover Park

Join us for a highly interactive show that includes musical singalongs mixed up with puppets, balloon tricks, and lots of dancing and motion.

Free
Event Series Stickerpalooza

Stickerpalooza

Palatine Public Library 700 N North Court, Palatine

We'll provide the stickers and backdrops so you can make your own sticker art.. All Ages. Sign up begins 7/20

Free

Movie – Beetlejuice

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood

Join us for a Saturday matinee. Bring your own snacks!

Free
Event Series Bluesmobile Cruise Nights

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights

Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount Prospect

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....

Free
Event Series Live on the Lake

Live on the Lake

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

Enjoy 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
Event Series Wave Wall Moves

Wave Wall Moves

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

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 Pier’s thrilling outdoor live...

Free
Event Series North Aurora Days

North Aurora Days

Riverfront Park (North Aurora) 25 East State Street, North Aurora

North Aurora Days 2024 main events will be held at North Aurora Riverfront Park (25 East State Street) with community events spread throughout town! Please see each category below for...

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

Summer Learning Wrap-Up and Donor Celebration

Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St, Lemont

You've spent time all summer working on learning something new, and there are a lot of people out there that want to celebrate you! Come to the library for an...

Free
Event Series Summer Entertainment Series

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:...

Movie Night with the Cops

Rolling Meadows Community Center 3705 Pheasant Drive, #2634, Rolling Meadows

Come see Migration with the Rolling Meadows Police Department. Bring the whole family, some blankets and lawn chairs for a relaxing evening watching a movie, enjoying free popcorn, and cotton...

Free
Event Series Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park

Various Locations IL

Bring your blanket, lawn chair, friends and family for these special outdoor movies! Refreshments will be available to purchase. Movies will begin after dusk. May 18 - Space Jam at...

varies
Event Series Summer Fireworks

Summer Fireworks

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

Enjoy Chicago’s 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...

Free

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