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Event Series Naperville Farmers Market

Naperville Farmers Market

5th Avenue Station Parking Lot 200 E. 5th Ave, Naperville

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!  ...

Free
Event Series Palatine Farmers’ Market

Palatine Farmers’ Market

Palatine Train Station 137 W Wood Street, Palatine

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...

Free
Event Series Park Ridge Farmers Market

Park Ridge Farmers Market

Downtown Park Ridge 15 Prairie Avenue, Park Ridge

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 -...

Free
Event Series Aurora Farmers Market

Aurora Farmers Market

Water Street Mall 13 Water St, Aurora

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...

Free
Event Series Lisle French Market

Lisle French Market

Downtown Lisle IL

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.

Free
Event Series Brookfield Farmers Market

Brookfield Farmers Market

Brookfield Village Hall 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield

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...

Free
Event Series Elk Grove Farmers Market

Elk Grove Farmers Market

Charles J. Zettek Municipal Complex 901 Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove Village

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,...

Free

Brookfield Fine Arts Festival

Kiwanis Park (Brookfield) 8200 Brookfield Ave, Brookfield

Come for the art. Stay for the fun. Local Artists Community Art Live Music Food Trucks Beer & Wine SideWalk Chalk Contest   For information on more events like this,...

Free

Hephzibah Kids Resale Event

St. John Lutheran Church (Forest Park) 305 Circle Avenue, Forest Park

Donate or Shop at the Fall 2024 Kids Resale Event. Event and donation drop-off location and times are below. Thank you for your donations! All proceeds from this sale will...

Free
Event Series Cops and Bobbers

Cops and Bobbers

Heritage Park (Glendale Heights) 1736 Paul Avenue, Glendale Heights

Time to get your fish on at the annual Cops & Bobbers event! This is a free event for residents to enjoy a fun-filled day of fishing with our local...

Free

Park Ridge Newcomers Club Kids Sale

Park Ridge Presbyterian Church 1300 W Crescent Avenue, Park Ridge

Held twice a year, in the Fall and Spring, The Park Ridge Newcomers Club Kids Sale has an established reputation for offering quality, gently used children’s items at reasonable prices....

$2
Event Series Saturday Stay and Play

Saturday Stay and Play

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva

Bring your family-building skills to Kids Landing during our Saturday Stay and Play! Your family will enjoy an endless variety of play patterns like construction, pretend play, role-playing, and inventing...

Free

Fall Fest

Terrace View Park (Oakbrook Terrace) 17W063 Hodges Road, Oakbrook Terrace

Bring the whole family and your friends for a day of fun! Plenty of activities and free entertainment for everyone. There will be crafts, games, inflatables, snacks, and much, much...

Free

Education Center Open House

Primrose Farm 5N726 Crane Rd, St. Charles

Featuring: Self-Guided Tours Agricultural Craft Project Butter Churning Tasting Rope Making Farm Fun Coloring Giveaways Refreshments

Free

10th Anniversary of the Knoch Knolls Nature Center

Knoch Knolls Nature Center 320 Knoch Knolls Road, Naperville

The Naperville Park District invites the community to celebrate 10 years of environmental education at the Knoch Knolls Nature Center 10th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 28 from 10:00 a.m.-1:00...

Free

Cossitt School Clothing Sale

Cossitt Elementary School 115 W. Cossitt Avenue, La Grange

SELL your gently used children’s clothing, equipment, and books! VOLUNTEER to shop the coveted PRE-SALE. SHOP top-quality clothing items from infant to teen and find out why people look forward...

Naperville Public Safety Open House

Naperville Safety Town 1320 Aurora Ave, Naperville

(Enjoy police and fire demonstrations, safety resources and activities for all ages at this free family-friendly event) The Naperville Police and Fire Departments invite all residents to attend the annual...

Free

Commemorative Day: Latine Heritage Month

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago

In 1968, Hispanic Heritage Week was first observed under the directive of President Lyndon B. Johnson. Twenty years later, in 1988 under President Ronald Reagan, the week was expanded to...

Included in general admission
Event Series Celebración de los Árboles

Celebración de los Árboles

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle

Explore the vibrant cultures and traditions of Latin America in the beautiful natural settings of The Morton Arboretum at Celebración de los Árboles on Saturday, September 28, and Sunday, September...

Included in general admission

Nickelodeon Day of Play

Batavia Depot Museum 155 Houston St, Batavia

The Nickelodeon Day of Play is back at Batavia Depot Museum! The Museum is partnering with Nickelodeon's Our World global initiative to provide a FREE day to learn and play...

Free
Event Series Bartlett Oktoberfest

Bartlett Oktoberfest

Leiseberg Park 325 E. Devon Avenue, Bartlett

Join the fun on Friday, 9/27 and Saturday, 9/28, at another unforgettable Bartlett Oktoberfest in Leiseberg Park, 325 E Devon Avenue! Hosted by the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce, the...

Bilingual Storytime

Mount Prospect Public Library 10 S. Emerson, Mount Prospect

Join us for a bilingual storytime for the entire family! Enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Best for families with children ages 10 and younger. Acompáñenos para un tiempo de cuentos...

Free

Books and Bluey Storytime

Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia

Wack-a-doo! Pop into the Library for a Bluey storytime. This program has limited seating. Tickets will be available at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the program begins.

Free
Event Series Park Play Dates

Park Play Dates

Various Locations IL

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...

Free

Dig in to Play: Toddler Sensory Time In-Person

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst

For ages 1-3 w/adult. Dress for some messy fun in the Kids' Library and explore a variety of sensory stations with your toddler. SIblings welcome. No registration required.

Free

Westmont Fire Department Open House

Johanik Fire Station Headquarters 6015 S. Cass Avenue, Westmont

The Westmont Fire Department has scheduled its Annual Open House Event for Saturday, September 28, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Johanik Fire Dept. Headquarters, 6015 S. Cass Avenue....

Free

Autumn Fest

Gouin Park 10016 Fullerton Avenue, Franklin Park

$20 Wristband for unlimited use or $1 per ticket per attraction. Trackless Train, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo lnflatables, Free pumpkin for each family, Car Show, Touch A Truck.    ...

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

Oktoberfest

Brookfield Zoo 8400 West 31st Street, Brookfield

Prost to Oktoberfest and the season of donning your lederhosen and enjoying live polka music at Brookfield Zoo’s Oktoberfest, presented by Leinenkugel’s. The festive event, which takes place on the...

Included in general admission
Event Series Brick Convention

Brick Convention

DuPage County Fairgrounds 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton

BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed...

$15 – $18

Annual Fire Department Open House

St. Charles Fire Station #1 112 North Riverside Avenue, St. Charles

Every year, the Fire Department hosts an open house at Fire Station #1, 112 North Riverside Avenue. The 2024 Fire Department Open House will be held Saturday, September 28th from...

Free

Harvest Fest

Thorndale Park 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah

This event is sponsored in part by Itasca Bank & Trust. The entire community is invited! Come celebrate our annual Harvest Fest event at Thorndale Park. Enjoy live entertainment, games,...

Harvest Fest

Heritage Park (Glendale Heights) 1736 Paul Avenue, Glendale Heights

Celebrate autumn's arrival at Harvest Fest. Enjoy a day of fun activities for the whole family.  Fishing Derby Family Activities Music Kids Inflatable Fun Zone Bake Sale Craft Show Pumpkin...

Community Powwow

Caldwell Woods W Devon Ave & N Nagle Ave, Chicago

Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme ‘Every Child Matters.’ Enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, and listen to stories of culture from the area. Attendees are encouraged...

Free
Event Series Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride

Tractor-Drawn Wagon Ride

Danada Equestrian Center 3S507 Naperville Rd, Wheaton

Enjoy a 30-minute ride while learning about the forest preserve’s heritage and natural areas. Rides begin at 1, 1:45, and 2:30 p.m. All ages; under 13 with an adult. $5...

$5

Feature Films – Blue Beetle

Poplar Creek Public Library 1405 S. Park Avenue, Streamwood

Join us for a Saturday matinee. Bring your own snacks! All Ages Welcome.

Free

Fall Family Oktoberfest

Walker Park (Burr Ridge) 425 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge

Join us for our annual celebration of autumn. There will be food, beer, hayride, games, inflatables, DJ and more…Bring the whole family out to Walker Park for a day of...

Free

Viva Festival

Oak Park Village Hall 123 Madison Street, Oak Park

Fun for the entire family awaits at Oak Park’s second annual ¡Viva! Festival planned for Sept. 28. The outdoor celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month will be held on the south...

Free
Event Series Bluesmobile Cruise Nights

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights

Downtown Mount Prospect Northwest Highway and Main Street, Mount Prospect

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....

Free
Event Series Music on Grand

Music on Grand

3700 Block of Grand Boulevard 3700 Block of Grand Boulevard, Brookfield

Every last weekend of the month June through September, we close down our downtown business district on Grand Blvd. The bars and restaurants extend their outdoor seating area to allow...

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

Bingo for Kids

Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, Aurora

Bingo is not only fun, but it also provides a range of cognitive, social & physical benefits for children. Ages 6-11. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult....

Free

Oktoberfest

Christ the King Parish Life Center 1501 South Main Street, Lombard

OKTOBERFEST!!! Saturday September 28th, hosted by the Knights of Columbus. Join us for German Bratwurst, Schnitzel, Soft Pretzels, Beer and Music.   5- 6.30pm For information on more events like...

$14
Event Series Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest

Cypress Cove (Woodridge) Janes Court, Woodridge

Get your fill of German food, music and beer at the annual Woodridge Oktoberfest! The two-day fest is jam-packed with live music, food vendors, a variety of beers featuring several...

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:...

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