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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
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
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

Concert: Istvan and His Imaginary Band

Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington

Istvan’s cool, cleverly crafted kids’ concert will entertain kids and adults! Bring a blanket or portable seating. A limited number of lawn blankets will be available. Drop in. BALibrary Lawn.

Free

Dinosaur Day

Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard

Stomp on down to the library for some RAWR-some dinosaur games and activities. Drop-in event for families with children of all ages. Sessions from 10:30am - 11:30am and 4:30pm -...

Free
Event Series Molly Morrell and her Ukulele

Molly Morrell and her Ukulele

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

Join us twice this month for interactive musical activities with Molly Morrell and her ukulele at 11:00 during our special programming time! Molly brings so much joy to the museum...

Included in general admission
Event Series Friday Fun Day

Friday Fun Day

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

Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored! Drop...

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 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 Montgomery Fest

Montgomery Fest

Montgomery Park 301 N River St, Montgomery

Montgomery Fest has brought together neighbors, friends, and families for decades to enjoy a weekend of old-fashioned summer fun. The fest offers various activities and events, including live entertainment, a...

Event Series SJC Fest

SJC Fest

St. John of the Cross 708 51st Street, Western Springs

SJC Fest always has some special activities lined up just for the little ones (and big ones, too).   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...

Back to School Food Truck Rally

Medinah Park District 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah

Join us for our 4th annual summer food truck extravaganza featuring an array of your favorite delicacies! Indulge in a diverse selection of food and dessert trucks, offering a culinary...

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:...

Event Series Bolingbrook Jubilee

Bolingbrook Jubilee

Bolingbrook Town Center 375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook

The Jubilee Craft Show will be open on Sunday from noon until 6:00 pm. The Jubilee's classic car show - Summer Cruze 2024 Saturday opens at 10:00am and will close...

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 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

Outdoor Movie Night

Villa Olivia 1401 W Lake Street, Bartlett

Join Bartlett Park District and enjoy a movie under the stars. Free to attend. Bring a blanket or rent a golf cart $5 person for the full drive in experience....

Free
Event Series Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park

Administrative Building (Forest Park) 7501 Harrison Street, Forest Park

Friday Nights, Movies begin at Dusk. FREE! June 14 - The Super Mario Bros. Movie July 19 - Elemental August 16 - Wonka   For information on more events like...

Free

Back to School Movie in the Park

Bensenville Village Hall 12 S Center Street, Bensenville

Village President Frank Desimone and the Village Board present a Back to School Movie in the Park! Bring a blanket or folding chair and enjoy a free movie with the...

Free
Event Series Movies in the Park

Movies in the Park

Scoville Park Lake St & N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park

Join us for a summer full of some of the best flicks out there! Grab a blanket, dinner or snacks and join usunder the stars to enjoy action, fun and...

Free

Movie in the Park

Villa Roosevelt Park 1499 S Luther Avenue, Lombard

Admission is FREE But Registration is Required. Concessions will be available for purchase before the movie   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor...

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 Movie in the Park

Movie in the Park

Frontier Park (Arlington Heights) 1933 N Kennicott Drive, Arlington Heights

Come out and watch Super Mario Bros under the stars at Frontier Park at 8:30PM. Grab the family, grab some blankets and chairs and make it a night to remember....

Free

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