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Event Series Mexico Fest

Mexico Fest

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

In partnership with Consulado General de MΓ©xico en Chicago & The Governments of Chihuahua, Nayarit, and QuerΓ©taro, Mexico Fest will feature music and dance performances from Mexican artists. Explore a one-of-a-kind mercadito experience partnered with more than 30 vendors curated by the consulate featuring handicrafts, jewelry, hats, clothing, dolls, blankets, bags, artwork and more. Participate...

Free

Young Artists Workshops: Fantasy Houses

Prospect Heights Public Library 12 N. Elm Street, Prospect Heights, IL, United States

Young artists will explore architectural design with fantasy elements. Markers and colored pencils along with a bit of imagination will complete the vision. Create your dream house!

Free

First Friday: Fantastic Food Firsts

Geneva Public Library 227 S 7th Street, Geneva, IL, United States

Join us as we learn from Histories For Kids about the fascinating origins of popular foods. Join your host, Chef Alphonse Dente (Al, for short), as he talks about the "firsts" behind such fun foods as popcorn, cheeseburgers, pizza, ice cream, and more! Audience members will learn culinary tidbits like: Where was the first ice...

Free
Event Series First Fridays

First Fridays

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invites the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater, and more on the first Friday of the month. First Friday venues have...

Free

Food Truck Festival

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

Hold the date β€” May 3, 2024 as we are expecting at minimum 5,000 visitors to enjoy 30 food truck offerings, music, dancing, and a wonderful summer night 5 - 9 pm with a post-party to follow. Stay tuned for more details.

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

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

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 heart of Wheaton from May through September. Rotating between outdoor dining destinations, this series gives diners the opportunity to enjoy live music while trying all...

Free

Kids and Families Boardgame Night

Lisle Public Library 777 Front Street, Lisle, United States

Get ready for a fun night of boardgames that are great for all ages. This program is intended for Grades 1 - 8 and their families.

Free

Kite Fly

Reiner Park 1101 N. Green Knolls Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL, United States

Join us as we celebrate Flying 4 Kids, a statewide Kite Fly to promote park districts, recreation agencies, and the park district youth license plate. Bring your kites, and enjoy a day out in the park, playing and exploring wind and motion.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...

Free

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