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Event Series Stories in the Forest

Stories in the Forest

Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest

Presented with River Forest Public Library. We’ll read stories and do a simple nature activity. Weather dependent. Ages 0 to 5 years old with adult. Drop in.

$3
Event Series Preschool in the Park

Preschool in the Park

Spring Lake Park (Aurora) 396 Springlake Lane, Aurora

Join us on Thursdays at Spring Lake Park from 1-2 p.m. Kids get to enjoy a fun-filled hour of hands-on literacy, math, science and art activities. This is a free...

Free
Event Series Downtown Summer Sounds

Downtown Summer Sounds

Fountain Square (Evanston) 1601 Sherman Avenue, Evanston

Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7PM at Fountain Square, from July 11 to September 26. For nine of the twelve weeks, Downtown...

Free
Event Series Thursday Night Out

Thursday Night Out

Downtown Oak Park 1010 Lake Street, Oak Park

Downtown Oak Park’s popular dine-around series Thursday Night Out is back! Thursday Night Out runs every Thursday June 6th to August 29th from 5 to 9pm. Downtown Oak Park restaurants...

Event Series Skyline Sessions

Skyline Sessions

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

Get lost in the captivating tunes of Skyline Sessions and enhance your week with live music! Experience free outdoor shows every Thursday and Friday, at the Wave Wall Performance Platform....

Free
Event Series Pack the Park

Pack the Park

Various Locations IL

Help us Pack the Park this summer! Enjoy an evening of free games and plenty of popsicles from 6-8pm! Families will have a chance to meet Park District leadership, including...

Free
Event Series Thursday Night Out

Thursday Night Out

Downtown Barrington Cook and Station St., Barrington

Classic cars, live music, family activities & more!: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

Free
Event Series Live at the Lake

Live at the Lake

Various Locations IL

Enjoy free music at our various locations! All concerts start at 7:00pm June 13: The Wayouts June 20: The Messengers June 27: Mr. Myers July 11: Good Clean Fun July...

Free
Event Series Uniquely Thursdays

Uniquely Thursdays

Burlington Park (Hinsdale) 30 E Chicago Avenue, Hinsdale

Summer concert series in the park with a great band line up and a vast array of food vendors and businesses with fun giveaways. For information on more events like...

Free

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:...

Event Series Kids Entertainment Series

Kids Entertainment Series

Downtown Bloomingdale 104 S Bloomingdale Road, Bloomingdale

Spend quality time with your family and enjoy live performances this summer at the Kids Entertainment Series. Sure to put a smile on everyone’s face, dancing and singing are encouraged!...

Free
Event Series Concerts on Main

Concerts on Main

Downtown Roselle Main Street, Roselle

Join us for and evening of fun, food, and live music in Downtown Roselle! June 13: Sushi Roll June 27: Cowboy Co. July 11: Beyond the Blonde July 25: Gooroos...

Free
Event Series Sounds of Summer

Sounds of Summer

Various Locations IL

The complete summer includes Main Stage Concerts on Friday nights, Family Picnic Series on Tuesdays at noon, Battle of the Bands, Palatine Concert Band Shows, and Outdoor Movie Nights –...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Oak Brook Park District 1450 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook

The Summer Concert Series is BACK and FREE to the community! July 11: Live Stream July 18: The Neverly Brothers July 25: The Four C Notes August 1: Anchors Away...

Free
Event Series Summer in the Parks

Summer in the Parks

Various Locations IL

Naperville Park District is hosting a series of outdoor theatre performances by BrightSide Theatre titled, “Enchanted Broadway: A Magical Journey of Showtunes and Superstitions.” This series of free performances will...

Free
Event Series Concerts in the Park

Concerts in the Park

Lincoln Park (St Charles) Main St between 4th and 5th Sts, St. Charles

Arrive early to enjoy a variety of delicious snacks from local restaurants. Bring your blanket and chairs. Enjoy smoke-free and alcohol-free parks. Musicians are subject to change without notice. May...

Free
Event Series Sounds Of Summer Concerts

Sounds Of Summer Concerts

Harmony Park (Arlington Heights) 7 S Vail Avenue, Arlington Heights

Beginning in 2024, the Village of Arlington Heights' Sounds of Summer Concerts will take place on Thursday nights, beginning the first week of June and ending the last week of...

Free
Event Series Summer Park Parties

Summer Park Parties

Various Locations IL

Join us for games, contests, crafts, music, entertainment and more! There is something for everyone, so bring the whole family. Each party will be at a different Itasca Park District...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Carol Stream Town Center 960 N Gary Ave, Carol Stream

Each summer, the Village hosts a series of concerts for the community. Taking place on Thursday nights, these concerts provide free fun and entertainment that the whole family can enjoy....

Free
Event Series Sunset Soiree

Sunset Soiree

Downtown Lemont Lemont

Sunset Soiree 2024 Concert Series in Downtown Lemont Presented by the Lemont Park District and the Village of Lemont All Concerts Begin at 7:00 p.m. | Seating Opens at 6:00...

Free
Event Series Rockin’ in the Park

Rockin’ in the Park

North Riverside Park and Recreation 2401 Desplaines Ave, North Riverside

Bring friends, family, and comfy chairs/blankets to kick back and enjoy the sounds of summer! The music line-up will bring big beats to get you on your feet. NO outside...

Free
Event Series Concerts in the Park

Concerts in the Park

Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn

Rock out this summer with us! Enjoy the sweet sounds of summer in the most beautiful park in your town. Bring a chair, pack a picnic, sit back and relax...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook

Every Thursday from June 13 to August 29, The Promenade welcomes live musicians to The Row from 7pm to 9pm. Guests can bring their own chairs, pick up food and...

Free
Event Series Rockin’ in the Park

Rockin’ in the Park

Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Place, Rosemont

All “Rockin’ in the Park” concerts will run from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to “Rockin’ in the Park” is free. Outside food and coolers are prohibited. Parking is...

Free
Event Series Good Vibrations

Good Vibrations

Veterans Memorial Bandshell 411 S. Maple Street, Mount Prospect

Gather family and friends for the best in Thursday evening entertainment. Our free concert series offers something for everyone! June 20 - Petty Kings June 27 - Dancing Queen July...

Free

Movie in the Park

Heritage Park Performance Pavilion 201 Community Boulevard, Wheeling

Arrive by 8:00 pm for photos with Princess Peach. Movie starts after sundown. Popcorn, snacks and drinks available to purchase. Based on the Super Mario video games, the animated film...

Free

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