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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! ...
On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food to eat, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the...
The Oak Park Farmers’ Market is held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from May 18 through Oct. 26, 2024. The Market is located in the Pilgrim Church...
The Palatine Farmers’ Market, operated by the Sister Cities Association of Palatine, opens on May 4. The Farmers’ Market details are as follows: Every Saturday at the Palatine Train...
The Park Ridge Farmers Market is open Memorial Day weekend through the end of October. Our farmers and vendors sell a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty products -...
The Batavia Farmers' Market is held every Saturday from May 18 through October 26, 2024 from 8:00am to 12:00pm on North River Street between Wilson and Spring Streets. The Market...
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...
We are excited for our upcoming season! Our 2024 season is May 11- October 12 from 8:00am- 12:00pm. Shop locally grown products, cheese, handmade pastries, and much more! For...
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.
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...
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,...
Fresh flowers, artisan foods, music. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
New location this year as we have outgrown our parking lot! We will be at Schaumburg Boomers Parking Lot 1999 Springinsguth Rd Schaumburg IL 60193 This is still a free...
Join the Downers Grove Fire Department of a morning of fun and games with the firefighters at the Kids' Muster. Kids can take part in the bucket brigade, water ball...
Combine the benefits of literacy, physical fitness, and family fun while walking along the Riverwalk. Pages from a featured picture book will be posted along a designated path. Maps will...
Join us for activities, viewing, and demos of how the birds are banded for tracking and research purposes.
On August 17, 1974, Cosley Zoo opened as Cosley Animal Farm. Join us to commemorate this day and take part in a scavenger hunt, giveaways, treats, and more. No registration...
Free nature-themed self-guided activities for families. No registration is required. August 5-10: Insect Orchestra August 12-17: Dinosaur Discovery Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:30pm and 1:30pm - 4:00pm Saturday 9:00am...
Join Miss Shannan for a fun-filled story and a messy, seasonal art activity. Dress for mess! Please register children only, not adults.
Zumba with the whole family! Enjoy a fun and energetic class featuring our awesome Zumba instructors.
Join the Butterfield Park DIstrict as we host our first Touch-A-Truck. The event is to show the community how these different trucks keep our community safe, clean, and running smoothly....
Step back in time this back-to-school season! Visit the Museum to explore school days of the past and create your own historically-inspired crafts to take home. To learn more visit,...
Come out to see all the different vehicles from the Villa Park Fire Departments including the Mobile Command Center, plus tow trucks, dump trucks, mowers, and smaller equipment. This hands-on...
Kids are invited to spend the morning with snacks and a movie. August 17: The Super Mario Bros. Movie September 21: Migration
Downtown Evanston transforms itself into an incredible showcase of all types of original art when the Evanston Art & Big Fork Fest opens for a three day show on Friday,...
Visit the Arboretum on Saturday, August 17 or Sunday, August 18 for a juried art show featuring photography, woodturning, jewelry, painting, ceramics, fused glass, and more from Midwest artists. Guests...
The festival will run 10am – 6pm with an attractions area, beer garden (on Sundays the beer garden is open 12 – 5pm), and a grilled food area with music being played...
Established in 1980, this uniquely-Chicago summertime tradition returns with an impressive array of eateries showcasing the city’s culinary excellence and diversity. Rogers Park - June 15 Marquette Park - July...
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...
Learn about different cultures through books, music, and crafts with our friends from The Language Labs. No prior knowledge of the featured language is necessary. Drop-in storytime for families with...
Join us for stories, songs & play! Sensory storytime is for all children & all abilities.
Join us for a wild adventure at The Mount at The Forge: Lemont Quarries in Lemont, IL, on Saturday, Aug 17th, as Crosstown Exotics presents an Exotic Reptile Show as...
Touch-A-Truck day gives kids of all ages the chance to look at, touch, and climb through all kinds of real-life trucks that travel our roads and lands. Your child could...
Join the Village for another day of fun and entertainment for the whole family. Enjoy music, food, and a fantastic collection of cars. The Annual Burr Ridge Car Show, in...
Walk, bike, run or drive over to Citizens Park in Barrington on Saturday, August 17 for the annual BACC Family Expo from noon to 4:00 pm! Enjoy a day of...
Rev up your taste buds for the 4th Annual Taste of Burr Ridge and Car Show, brought to you by Burr Ridge Village Center & The Village of Burr Ridge!...
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...
The Taste of Glen Ellyn will take place at the College of DuPage. The annual event features a variety of live entertainment including nationally known performers. Enjoy all the event...
Excite your furry buddy’s senses with a special hike, visiting stations of curated items for them to sniff, taste or play with! Arrive any time between 1:00-2:00 pm to enjoy...
If you like to work with your hands, this program is for you! Learn safe hand tool techniques for working with wood and create projects that reflect your own style...
Wrap up the end of Summer Reading with Tie Dye!
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 — for example, apply...
The HO Gauge Model Train is operated by the DuPage Society of Model Engineers on the third and fifth Saturday of each month. The model features a detailed layout that...
The City of Countryside is again partnering with School District 105 on the Back to School Celebration and Neighborhood Festival scheduled for Saturday, August 17, 2024.
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....
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...
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...
Food, bounce houses, an ice cream truck, and more!
End the summer on a high note! Join Elmhurst Park District in Berens Park from 4-8 pm for live music, kids activities, games, beer garden and more. Industrial Drive takes...
Join us for our first AGDBC After Hours Event for our Doll Sleepover Party! We will watch an American Girl Doll movie, play games, win prizes, make crafts and eat...
2024 Downtown Lisle Car Show Dates: May 18 June 15 July 20 August 17 September 21 6:00 - 9:00 PM These fun and family-friendly events are the perfect way to...
Puerto Rican Arts Alliance is honored to present to you some of the most prominent artists from Puerto Rico and Chicago at Noche Caribeña at the Lake Stage in Polk...
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:...
Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert series is celebrating its 25th anniversary! Come out and enjoy this unique experience, which brings classic and custom cars, live music, and Lombard’s local...
Join us for a star-studded party celebrating the beautiful summer sky and the end of summer. Enjoy star-related activities, including using a telescope to view the summer constellations and planets,...
Bring the whole family for our FREE movie night at Cerny Park! All movies begin at dusk. Seating opens at 8:00pm. Concessions will be for sale! June 15 – TMNT:...
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...
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