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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.
Soar into fun at the Kiwanis Kite Fly! Presented by the Palatine Kiwanis Club, bring the family out for a high-flying adventure. Free kites for the first 200 children, each...
Buy sorted and inspected, gently used baby-size 16 clothing as well as toys, furniture, equipment and so much more! For information on more events like this, check out our...
Join us to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. The Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It...
Join the Kidlist community for an exclusive sneak peek on Saturday, September 14 at Ultimate Ninjas Academy, Naperville’s newest destination for ninja fun. You are invited to a FREE open...
Free admission. Shoppers of all ages welcome.
For families with kids ages 7 & under with an adult caregiver. Does your child love building or just knocking things down? Children can work on their fine motor skills...
This FREE event is perfect for families to play outside, meet with local businesses, and Touch a Truck! Children will have the opportunity to explore police cars, fire trucks, dump...
Celebrate National Coloring Day with the Kids Landing staff at GPLD! Join the Kids Landing staff and celebrate National Coloring Day! We will have coloring sheets available for all ages...
Kids can get a glimpse of what it’s like to go on a dinosaur dig in this program presented by an experienced dinosaur fossil hunter! They’ll also have the opportunity...
Let the dogs out at Bark in the Park! We will have an agility course, doggie pool, ball pit, photo booth and dog-friendly goodies while supplies last. This is a...
This FREE event is for families to play outside, meet with local businesses and Touch-A-Truck. It’s the perfect opportunity for your child to see trucks and other vehicles up close....
Fire trucks, trucks, police cars, and much more! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.
Learn about Calumet Region’s cultural history. Activities include archaeology displays, a mock archaeology dig, and more.
Meet the Mount Prospect Fire Department at their annual Open House! All residents are welcome to enjoy a fun afternoon full of giveaways, games and treats! Special activities include a...
The Elgin Community College Center for Emergency Services is hosting a community open house and touch-a-truck event on Saturday, September 14, at 815 E. Plank Rd., in Burlington, Ill. This family-friendly event...
Join us for on the Library Grounds for our 3rd Annual Local Authors' Fair! Local writers for all age groups and genres will be here to meet readers, share their...
OUR Fall RESALE WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, September 14, 2024 IN THE HIGH SCHOOL HOVING GYMNASIUM. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...
We invite you to join us at the Glen located on the corner of Butterfield and 53 to shop over 30 local crafters and vendors! While you shop at the...
Deer Park Art Show fills the streets of Deer Park Town Center with thousands of original works of art from 75 artists September 14-15. There’s something for everyone-live painting classes,...
Calling all history buffs and adventure seekers! The Des Plaines Valley comes alive this September 14th and 15th with the return of the A River Thru History Rendezvous! Immerse yourself...
It's National Coloring Day! Color away the stress of the day. We will supply coloring pages, markers, crayons and colored pencils.
Get ready to play! An early childhood staff member will meet you at the park listed below. Families welcome! No registration needed. Just show up for some fun. Playdates will...
Join the library for a special live dance performance in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Ballet Folklorico Huehuecoyot, will showcase traditional Mexican folklore dances the whole family is sure to...
We will be hosting a variety of kid-friendly activities in the Museum parking lot. Join us in this celebration to savor the remainder of summer! This is a free event.
Come out and explore the trucks, tractors, heavy equipment, emergency vehicles and more. Bring your camera! Touch-A-Truck puts kids in the driver’s seat! Children can touch, honk, and climb aboard...
• PETTING ZOO & PONY RIDES • • CARNIVAL GAMES • • PUMPKIN PAINTING • • PHOTO CUTOUT BOARDS • • CONCESSIONS • For information on more events like this,...
Join us Saturday, September 14 from 11am-2pm for our Fall Festival of Fun, it’s our way of saying “Thanks” for being loyal customers of Danada Square West! Enjoy... FREE Popcorn,...
Get ready for some old-fashioned fun on the farm! Tour the mid-1800s limestone house and the historic red barn, meet some farmyard animals from Millers Petting Zoo(Opens in a new...
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...
Join us to officially celebrate the Grand Opening of the renovated second floor of the Library! Stop by to enjoy food, crafts, activities and exciting demos in the new Innovation...
The ultimate end of summer festival returns to Chicago’s North side with the 22nd Annual Ravenswood Artwalk on Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th. The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of...
St. Charles Jazz Weekend is a four-day event that showcases and promotes live jazz music at different St. Charles establishments. An array of St. Charles venues will take part in...
The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 is proud to present Oktoberfest. The Education Foundation of Downer Grove District 58 is a Non-For-Profit donates 100% of the proceeds directly...
A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages.
Enjoy food, drinks, games, Jesse White Tumblers, animal ambassadors, free give-a-ways, and much more. Presented by the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen and others. For...
Join us for our third annual Dog Daze Event! Pack up your pooch and plan for a day of fun-filled activities for you and them. For the pups, we will...
Travel back in time to early Elk Grove with music, reenactors, crafts and games.
Discover what life was like more than 100 years ago at Lisle Depot Days, where you'll be transported back in time as you tour the Depot Museum, Beaubien Tavern, Netzley/Yender...
Celebrate the changing seasons at Oaktoberfest in Downtown Oak Park. Enjoy a premier music line up, delicious fall foods from local restaurants, specialty craft beers, and a Kids Root Beer...
Join us September 12- 22, 2024 for the Twelfth Annual Glendale Heights Oktoberfest® which will be held at Camera Park in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Experience live entertainment daily including strolling...
Join us in celebrating the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival on Saturday, September 14th from 1pm - 3pm in Center Park. This community event, presented by and in partnership with Xilin Association...
Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action (PLCCA), a nonprofit organization serving low-income residents of Proviso and Leyden townships, including Brookfield, will host its Bridging the Gap Parade 2024 on Saturday,...
Test (or improve) your teamwork skills by navigating a series of high-energy, family-friendly game stations. You can expect to challenge your speed, creativity, balance, problem solving skills, communication and more!...
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...
Join Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies Saturday, September 14th from 3pm-5pm for our Grand Opening! Come for a fun, FREE afternoon of touch-a-truck, crafts, a scavenger hunt and prizes. Meet our team...
Join us for another Yappy Hour at Bridges Beer Garden! FREE & Open to the Public | Bring your family & friends! Benefitting: Soul Harbour Ranch Our mission is to...
Anglers, you’re not dreaming. We are keeping the gates open until dark for nighttime fishing! Fish often become more active at night when the water cools and the moon is...
Rescheduled Family Golf Night! Putt, Chip & Range Competition: Fun golf games with range targets for kids. Prizes for contest winners! $10 per child - parents are FREE! Free hotdog...
The Naperville Sister Cities Foundation is a nonprofit committed to connecting Naperville and its citizens to the world. The Sister City Program was initiated on a global scale in 1956...
Two locations in downtown Clarendon Hills, Burlington Plaza on North Prospect and Sloan Triangle on South Prospect. Live music with 2 bands. Food and drinks. For information on more...
Come out and bring your best skating skills and routines, or just roll along to the music. Grove 15.
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:...
Join the Chi-Town Skygazers, an enthusiastic group of astronomers, for a celestial experience under the open sky. Equipped with telescopes, Pier Park becomes a meeting point for people of all...
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