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Event Series Storytime in the Garden

Storytime in the Garden

Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn

Join 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
Event Series Tots in the Park

Tots in the Park

Alcott Center 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove

FREE 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
Event Series Fun Fridays

Fun Fridays

Reed-Keppler Park 129 W. National Street, West Chicago

Kids 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

Party in Oak Park’s Pleasant District

Pleasant District S. Marion Street and Pleasant Street, Oak Park

Spend 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
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 Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton

Live 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 Park

End 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
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:...

Turtle Trek Race and Raffle

Twin Lakes Recreation Area 1200 East Twin Lakes Drive, Palatine

Don’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...

Event Series Movie in the Park

Movie in the Park

Wilder Park (Elmhurst) 175 South Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst

Grab 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
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

Movie Night at the Park

Chestnut Park (Franklin Park) 10105 Chestnut Avenue, Franklin Park

Grab 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
Event Series Movies Under the Stars

Movies Under the Stars

Wheaton Public Library 225 N Cross Street, Wheaton

Bring 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 Springs

Showing 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
Event Series Moonlit Movies in the Park

Moonlit Movies in the Park

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton

Watching 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
Event Series Movies Under the Moon

Movies Under the Moon

Woodridge Woodridge

Pack 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
Event Series Movie in the Park

Movie in the Park

Downtown Bloomingdale 104 S Bloomingdale Road, Bloomingdale

Bring 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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