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Event Series Festa Italiana

Festa Italiana

Naper Settlement 523 S. Weber Street, Naperville, IL, United States

Festa Italiana returns to Naperville this Summer season! It’s time to channel your inner Italian and celebrate the music, food, culture, and spirit of Italy. Come with an empty belly and join our meatball eating contest or sip on your favorite vino at our Tuscan-inspired wine bar. You’ll enjoy the sights and sounds of Italy...

Event Series Endless Summerfest

Endless Summerfest

Gordon Park Ogden & Tilden, La Grange, IL, United States

Admission Fee to the Fest grounds at Gordon Park: $5 after 5pm on Friday; $5 after 3pm on Saturday & Sunday. Seniors 60+ FREE before 5pm. Kids under 16 FREE. There is no admission fee to enter the Carnival. Don’t miss the highlight of Chicago’s legendary summer festival scene in the western suburbs. The La...

Event Series Kidlist Park Playdate Series

Kidlist Park Playdate Series

Various Locations IL, United States

The Park Playdate Series is back for the third year! Join us at some of our favorite parks over the summer to enjoy free entertainment, snacks, and connecting with other families in the community. Thursday, July 20 from 10-11:30am: Gordon Park in La Grange Get your face painted by one of the two facepainters that...

Free
Event Series Tuesday Night Markets

Tuesday Night Markets

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

Join us every Tuesday night from 4pm - 8pm in the Fox Yard of Fox Valley. - Over 40 vendors, artisans, bakeries, fresh farm vegetables - Food trucks and beer tent - Live music every event night from 6pm - 8pm - Kid activities, balloons, face painting and bounce house Location: Fox Yard - the...

Free
Event Series Vintage Rides

Vintage Rides

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

Vintage Rides returns to Downtown Wheaton! Now on Liberty Drive, this community favorite event returns on select Tuesdays this June through August. Admire cars from Model Ts to Teslas, and everything in between, as the DJ spins tunes from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 6 – DJ’s Choice June 20 – 70s-80s June 27...

Free

Picnic in the Park

Florey Park (Rolling Meadows) 3300 Campbell Street, Rolling Meadows, IL, United States

Wrap up summer with one last celebration! Pack a picnic dinner and enjoy a beautiful evening with live music and entertainment with family and friends in Florey Park. 

Free
Event Series Pack the Park

Pack the Park

Various Locations IL, United States

Help us “Pack the Park” this summer. Enjoy 3 evenings of free activities, giveaways, and a free snack. Families are invited to meet Park District staff. Each night we will have one of our recreation programs showcased. Preschool Park Adventures will also be part of this event.

Free

Willow Fest Benefit Car Show

Willow Springs Car Show Archer Ave and Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL

The Can’t-Miss Summer Event! The Annual Willow Springs Benefit Car Show drives into the Village Circle at Archer and Willow Springs Road for another evening of fun and entertainment for family and friends. Enjoy an evening of live music, food, beer, and the best collection of classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles in the Midwest. Free...

Free

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