Twin Leaf Tales
Hickory Knolls Discovery Center 3795 Campton Hills Rd, St. CharlesJoin us for nature-inspired stories, music and movement at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. Please register with the St. Charles Park District.
Free
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Outdoors
Storytime in the Garden
Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, BerwynJoin us and the Proksa Park's Children's Garden for summer storytimes, complete with activities, crafts, and gardening time in the community garden! In the event of bad weather, storytime will...
Free
Tots in the Park
Alcott Center 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo GroveFREE performances for children of all ages. Bring a blanket. In case of inclement weather, performances will be held inside the Alcott Center. June 14 - Super Stolie June 28...
Free
Fun Fridays
Reed-Keppler Park 129 W. National Street, West ChicagoKids entertainment series. Subject to weather. June 28: Todd Downing July 12: The Headspin Guy July 26: Jay Jay Magic & Bubbles August 2: The Frog Lady August 9: Nanny...
Free
Summer Park Pop-Up Parties
Various Locations ILSelect Mondays and Wednesdays in June, July and August | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Various Parks Join us for FREE at one of the many local Lombard Park District...
Free
Party in Oak Park’s Pleasant District
Pleasant District S. Marion Street and Pleasant Street, Oak ParkSpend some time In the Pleasant District this week, culminating with a Party on Friday, August 2 with special food deals, face painting, and FREE ice cream!
Free
Skyline Sessions
Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, ChicagoGet 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
Moose Cruise Night and Friday Night Live
Downtown Downers Grove 933A Curtiss Street, Downers GroveKickstart your weekends with Friday Night Live, May 24-August 30, 2024, 5:30-8pm at the Main Street Train Station Downtown Downers Grove. Each Friday will showcase a different band for all...
Free
Summer Concert Series
Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, WheatonLive music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40+ live music events coming summer 2024! The Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series brings the sounds of summer to the...
Free
End of Summer Camp Party and Concert
Children's Farm at the Center 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos ParkEnd of Summer Camp Party Gates open at 5:30pm Barn open 6pm-8pm Hayrack rides Open barns Food Sales & Concessions Farm Store Live music featuring Fred N Frendz Admission $10/person...
$10
Summer Entertainment Series
Memorial Park (Wheaton) 208 West Union Avenue, WheatonEnjoy 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:...
Friday Summer Concert Series on Main Street
Downtown Glen Ellyn Main Street & Crescent Boulevard, Glen EllynExperience the best Chicagoland bands at our FREE Family Friendly Friday Summer Concert Series. Dine and drink from local restaurants. No outside food or drink allowed. Our restaurants will be...
Free
Turtle Trek Race and Raffle
Twin Lakes Recreation Area 1200 East Twin Lakes Drive, PalatineDon’t miss our annual Turtle Trek Race and Raffle! If you adopt a turtle, you will have a chance to win great prizes as our fleet of plastic turtles will...
Friday Night Concert Series
Kiwanis Park (Brookfield) 8200 Brookfield Ave, BrookfieldBring your coolers, blankets and chairs! Free entry. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.
Free
Rockin’ the Lakes Concert
Twin Lakes Deck 1200 E. Twin Lakes Drive, PalatineEnjoy these exciting bands on the deck over looking Donut Lake at Twin Lakes every other Friday night starting in June! Seating is first come, first served. RoccoVino’s will be...
Free
Movie in the Park
Wilder Park (Elmhurst) 175 South Prospect Avenue, ElmhurstGrab a picnic blanket and join us at Wilder Park. Movie begins at dusk. Free admission. June 7 - The Lorax July 12 - Monsters Inc August 2 - Bolt...
Free
Summer Concert at Hodges Park
Hodges Park (Park Ridge) 101 Courtland Ave, Park RidgePack a picnic dinner and come over to Hodges Park for a summer concert sponsored by the Park Ridge Fine Arts Society. For information on more events like this,...
Free
Rob Roy’s Live on the Deck
Rob Roy Golf Course 505 E Camp McDonald Road, Prospect HeightsCome out to the 10th Hole Bar & Grill and enjoy music, appetizers, and drinks. Take in the scenery, sit back with friends, and enjoy the summer evenings at Rob...
Free
Sounds of Summer
Various Locations ILThe 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
Movie Night at the Park
Chestnut Park (Franklin Park) 10105 Chestnut Avenue, Franklin ParkGrab a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an unforgettable evening of cinema under the stars in a beautiful park setting. We will be showing The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Free
Movies Under the Stars
Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, WheatonBring your lawn chairs and blankets to the Wheaton Public Library’s West Plaza* for these FREE family-friendly movie showings: June 14: The Super Mario Bros. Movie July 12: Trolls: Band...
Free
Movie in the Park
Lions Park (Willow Springs) 201 Park St, Willow SpringsShowing Matilda. Hot dogs provided by the Willow Springs Lions Club. While Supplies last. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Movies. ...
Free
Movies Under the Stars
Various Locations ILThis year we will have concessions at each Movie in the Park so come pick out your spot on the lawn and enjoy some snacks. Bring your own blankets and...
Free
Moonlit Movies in the Park
Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonWatching a favorite movie outside, under the stars, on a 40-foot screen is a fun and memorable family experience. We make it even better with pre-show activities such as crafts,...
Included in general admission
Movies Under the Moon
Woodridge WoodridgePack a picnic, chairs and blanket for a free movie in the park this summer! Concessions will be available for purchase including popcorn, candy, chips, water and beverages. NEW this...
Free
Movie in the Park
Downtown Bloomingdale 104 S Bloomingdale Road, BloomingdaleBring a chair, blanket, some snacks and don’t forget the family, for a night out under the stars. Enjoy a family friendly movie at Old Town Park this summer. ....
Free
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