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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! ...
Calling all anglers! Come on out to Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and close out summer while you try your hand at fishing. We invite you to find the best spot...
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 -...
Help us welcome Fall at West Chicago’s Fit4Fall 5k!!! The 5K & 1 Mile Youth Race will start and finish at Reed Keppler Park by Zone 250 at 201 West...
Sharpen skills and discover hidden fishing talents at the Bloomingdale Park District's annual Fishing Derby! Stocked each spring at the Bloomingdale - Roselle Rotary Club Fish Release, Lakeview Park is...
Catch a live fish for dinner. PRIZES! For The Largest & Smallest Fish Caught On The Hour. BRING YOUR ROD, REEL AND BAIT! For information on more events like...
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...
Featuring gently used children's clothes (preemie - size 16), winter wear and gear, maternity and nursing clothes, baby equipment, car seats, strollers, cribs, sports equipment, toys and games, educational toys,...
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.
Come see the amazing diorama of trains and landscapes created by the Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club! The Northern Illinois LEGO® Train Club is an adult LEGO® enthusiast group of...
Celebrate the Migration of the Monarch Butterfly. *Timed Entry to Butterfly Tent * Educational Displays Crafts * Live Animals * Hayrides *
In support of It’s Our Fox River Day 2024, learn about the Fox River with a scavenger hunt around the lower level of the library. Complete the hunt and receive...
See model trains built with T-Trak, and learn how to get started with members of the Elmhurst T-Trak Club. Live in-person. No registration required.
Choose a new furry friend, create a personalized collar and leash, and receive an official adoption certificate! All ages welcome to re-home a furry friend. Craft suitable for children ages...
Craft and create with us! We'll provide an idea and supplies; you create your own masterpiece. Best for families with children ages 3 and older. In this session, experiment with...
Join us at Ty Warner Park to celebrate the monarch butterfly migration. Visit with naturalists from local environmental organizations while participating in fun activities and crafts for all ages!
Grab your backpacks and lace up your boots - you’re invited to join Toddler Hiking Club! Toddler Hiking Club: An Imaginative Nature Walk is an interactive walking play for very...
Workshops are hosted by our Red Vests from 10:00am – 1:00pm, in-store only. Don't forget Builder Recognition – attendance must be validated by an associate for credit. Confirm you have...
The Hoffman Estates Police Department, in partnership with Comparion Insurance Agency, is hosting a Car Seat Check event for National Seat Check Saturday on Sept. 21. at Comparion Insurance Agency,...
The Public Safety Open House is held annually in the late summer and is an opportunity for residents to learn more about the work of our first responders and find...
At Bugaboo you'll find the most popular clothing brands, toys kids love, nursery gear, baby accessories and much more! Everything packed into 2 buildings for your shopping convenience. Here is...
Join us for a day of fall fun! Pumpkin painting, seasonal crafts, entertainment for all ages. BALibrary Lawn. Indoors in case of inclement weather.
This juried art festival is a favorite for both fine artists and families! In addition to shopping for fine art, our annual weekend celebrates the arts with demos & activities,...
*Artist displays for purchase *Artist demos *Performing arts (music and dance) *Children’s activities *Food & Beverages Booths For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
Join us at Brookfield Zoo Chicago this fall for a new, vibrant Hispanic Heritage Fest on Saturday, September 21! Delight in live music, delectable cuisine, cultural performances, and more—all included...
Let’s rock, Main Street! Chris and Nikki from 101.9 The Morning Mix kick off the first-ever Mix on Main Street Music Festival on September 21 at 10am, followed by free...
Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. Learn about different cultures through books, music, and crafts with our friends from The Language Labs. No prior knowledge of the...
An all-women mariachi group with charismatic personalities and a love for la música regional Mexicana. ¡Sí señor~a! Chicago’s First All-Women Mariachi, a community of strong women working together to promote...
Ages 2 and older with a caregiver. Sing, dance and play under the harvest moon with Spark the Firefly and all her friends. TR Follow Spark and her friends in...
Families with Children. Registration is required. We like to make it, make it! Drop in for Makerspace Saturdays and make a cool creation. Familias con niños. Es necesario registrarse. ¡Ven...
Join us Saturday, September 21 for a special collaboration between Old Town School’s West Side Fireflies & D-Composed Family Edition that will explore Black composers! The event is FREE and...
Mark your calendars and bring the whole family over for a day of fun fire safety education. Explore fire trucks, meet our brave firefighters and learn life-saving safety tips at...
The Geneva Park District Foundation invites the community to celebrate the season at its annual Autumn Fair. Participants will enjoy many activities, including crafts, games, hayrides, music, and many more...
Come out for Pepper Park Fest on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm on North Pepper Road! Enjoy live music, kids activities, food & refreshments for purchase, local shopping...
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 the North Berwyn Park District in celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Music, Folkloric...
Family scarecrow fest - free admission! Bring the whole family for games, Lemont Tractor Club hay rides, DJ, Library storytime, and food for purchase. There will be fall fun for...
Join the Brookfield Conservation Commission on Saturday, September 21, for our annual Meet the Creek event! There will be free activities for all ages, including: 🛶 Canoe and kayak rides...
The Largest Free Performing Arts Festival in the Midwest returns this September! Navy Pier’s free two-day Chicago Live! performing arts festival returns for the fourth year on September 21-22, showcasing...
Trucktoberfest 2024 is presented by the Park Ridge Park District, The Harp and Fiddle, Beer on the Wall, and Mpowered Smiles Orthodontics. Sample an assortment of beers and delicious food...
Join us at Naperville's Central Park for a family-friendly festival featuring live music, frosty libations, Irish cultural activities, Hurling and so much more! For information on more events like...
Mark your calendars for a fun filled weekend at Berwyn's Oktoberfest - Presented by S.B.C. Waste Solutions, happening on Friday, September 20 from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and Saturday,...
Access to all activities at Oktoberfest is free! We do charge for food and beverages, though! Tickets are available at the ticket booth, for $1 per ticket. We accept cash...
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...
Fall Fest will take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at the Ross Ferraro Town Center (960 N. Gary Ave.) Stay tuned for more details! For information on more...
Food, Beer, Live Music, Games, Family Fun! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.
Calling all swifties! Join us for a special Taylor Swift party! Make friendship bracelets, dance, and sing along to all the songs you know and love. Take pictures in our...
Come in to build cool LEGO creations. LEGOs will be provided by the library. Ages 6-11.
Become a playful pirate as you paint your own pirate ship! For ages 5-8 and their families. The pirate ship doubles as a wind chime for lots of swashbuckling sounds....
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...
Pony rides, Corn Maze, Face Painting, Balloons, Hay Ride, Pumpkin Patch and other entertainment! Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m. (Fall Fest for Kids - Special Needs Hour) Time: 1:00 -...
Connect with local authors Learn about new titles Purchase signed copies of books Q & A with select authors Enter a Prize drawing A full list of participating authors will...
Enjoy authentic German food, a carnival, vendor fair, traditional and modern musical entertainment, ceremonial keg tapping, food and beer from local vendors! For information on more events like this,...
We are excited to announce our Hometown Parade "Landmarks of America" will be held on Saturday September 21 at 2 pm. Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Hometown...
No necesitas sonar como un concursante de "La Voz" para participar, este evento se trata de divertirse. Ya sea que cantes salsa, cumbia, rock o corridos, este programa es para...
Stop by for a mini henna tattoo from Kamini Barodia, leading henna designer in Chicago (Kamini's Mehndi). Guests will sit for a small, original art, temporary (2-4 weeks) tattoo, first...
For a single day, the Oak Brook Park District and the Village of Oak Brook will host the Celebration of International Cultures, an exciting event highlighting the rich diversity within...
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...
Come join us for a dancing and singing event at the library. We will watch the performance of the group of children from St. Nicholas Cathedral School and will enjoy...
A free day of fun for the whole family. Music, Games, Family Games, Activities. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and...
Join us for a great event for all ages! Gather your family and friends for our annual Family Fall Festival. Food, beverages, inflatables, petting zoo, and more! For information...
Get ready to raise your steins and indulge in the vibrant festivities of our annual Oktoberfest extravaganza! Our platters of authentic German delicacies will transport you straight to the heart...
Enjoy cycling, climbing, kayaking and camping while you explore beautiful Camp Bullfrog Lake in this program specially designed for individuals with a primary physical disability or visual impairment. In partnership...
Join in the fun of celebrating Mount Prospect’s heritage with authentic German food, spirits and German music by Paloma! For information on more events like this, check out our...
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...
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