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Western Springs Fire Association Pancake Breakfast

Western Springs Fire Station 1 4353 Wolf Road, Western Springs

Come have breakfast with the firefighters and paramedics. Donations will support the members of the Wester Springs Fire Department. 

Event Series Buffalo Grove Farmers Market

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market

Mike Rylko Community Park 1000 N Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove

Featuring: locally grown fruits, vegetables, condiments, gourmet coffee and pastries, and more. In addition, business sponsored booths and non-profit booths will showcase local organizations and businesses.   For information on...

Free

Scandinavian Day Festival

Vasa Park 35w217 State Route 31, South Elgin

This will be the 44th Scandinavian Day Festival. Many years have passed and the festival has evolved but it remains loyal to its roots; the heritage of the five Nordic...

Event Series Oswego Country Market

Oswego Country Market

Oswego Country Market 15 Main Street, Oswego

Shop local with plenty of choices to buy fresh produce, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, specialty foods like baked goods & honey, and handmade items in our outdoor, open-air market.  ...

Free
Event Series Glen Ellyn French Market

Glen Ellyn French Market

Main Street Train Station (Glen Ellyn) South parking lot (between Main Street and Forest Avenue), Glen Ellyn

Featuring a select group of vendors and live entertainment.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Free

Fall Flea Market

North Riverside Police Department 2359 Desplaines Ave, Riverside

Clean out your basements, attics and garages and sell your “precious treasures” at our annual Flea Market. Set-up begins at 6:30 am. Space is approximately the size of a parking...

Winfield Duck Race

Lions Park (Winfield) 27W626 Beecher Avenue, Winfield

On Sunday, September 8, the Knights of Columbus will be hosting a duck race. At 10:00am, hundreds of yellow rubber ducks will be released into the DuPage River and will...

Free

Grandparent’s Day at The Hub

Berens Park (Elmhurst) 493 North Oaklawn Avenue, Elmhurst

Enjoy fun times with Grandma and Grandpa at The Hub. Free crafts will be available today!

Event Series Art on the Fox

Art on the Fox

Downtown Algonquin Main Street and Washington Street, Algonquin

The Village of Algonquin invites you to get artsy at Art on the Fox! Come out to Main Street in Downtown Algonquin, September 7-8. Browse the original creations of 75...

Free
Event Series Printers Row Lit Fest

Printers Row Lit Fest

Printer's Row 637 S. Dearborn Avenue, Chicago

Printers Row Lit Fest will have hundreds of booksellers and two days of free programming. Printers Row Lit Fest welcomes readers to its annual two-day event held Saturday, Sept. 7...

Free
Event Series Budding Botanists

Budding Botanists

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago

Watch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids...

Free
Event Series Good Old Days Festival

Good Old Days Festival

Downtown Winfield Church Street and Beecher Avenue, Winfield

This year, Winfield is celebrating their 57th annual Good Old Days festival. Live music, games, children's entertainment, delicious food, trolley rides, a parade, and much more.   For information on...

Event Series Taste of Chicago

Taste of Chicago

Various Locations IL

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...

Free
Event Series Platzkonzert Germanfest

Platzkonzert Germanfest

Hideaway Brew Garden & Bar 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates

2024's Platzkonzert Germanfest returns for an Oktoberfest-style celebration featuring Hofbrau beer, authentic German food, live music, free kids activities, and more! Friday, Sept. 6 6:00 p.m. - Fest opens! Keg...

Free
Event Series St. Cletus Fall Fest

St. Cletus Fall Fest

St. Cletus Parish 600 W. 55th Street, La Grange

St. Cletus parish and school is hosting our fall fest! It will include games, rides, music, and food. More details to come.   For information on more events like this,...

Grandparent’s Day BINGO

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva

Celebrate your grandparents by inviting them to play BINGO at GPLD! Do you love BINGO? So do we! Join us for an hour of fun! All materials will be provided,...

Free

Grandparents’ Day Celebration

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

All are welcome to celebrate Grandparents' Day with Aurora's nonprofit senior service providers! Enjoy a snack, craft, and receive a complimentary digital family photo from Dr. Jean Hess. Join us...

Free

Pathways Parade and PathFest

Bolingbrook Village Hall 375 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook

Bolingbrook’s 59th annual Pathways Parade will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024. No Rain Date. Step Off is at 2:00pm. PathFest from 2pm - 6pm, Behind Town Center We...

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 Concert in the Park

Concert in the Park

Peg Bond Center 151 N Island Ave, Batavia

Enjoy a free concert in the park with the Batavia Community Band on September 8 and October 5 from 3-4 p.m. at the Peg Bond Center.   For information on...

Free

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