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Solve the Skulls and Furs Mystery

Whalon Lake Royce Road, Naperville, IL, United States

Stop by Whalon Lake during Fun & Food Trucks to put your native mammal knowledge to the test with the Hidden Oaks Nature Center naturalists! Touch the teeth on an animal skull and decide: Is it a carnivore or herbivore? A predator or prey? What animal is it? Next, feel some animal furs, check out...

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
Event Series La Grange Carnival

La Grange Carnival

Downtown La Grange La Grange, IL, United States

It’s coming! Everyone in the family will enjoy the thrills and excitement of the La Grange Carnival at this much-loved local tradition, presented Express Med Spa and other local businesses. We’re kicking off summer with a weekend of rides, games and attractions. Afternoon and evening unlimited ride specials are featured. For information on more events...

Free
Event Series Maifest Chicago

Maifest Chicago

Lincoln Square 4400 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Food, Dancing, & as Always... German Gemütlichkeit. Live Music & Entertainment All Days of the Event!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer Festivals.

Event Series NERF Attack

NERF Attack

Vaughan Athletic Center 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL, United States

Participants will battle in our Nerf Battleground, which consists of obstacles and barriers for a fun, safe activity that involves strategy and physical fitness. We will supply Nerf guns, foam darts, and eye protection for all participants. Organized games and target shooting will take place.

$11 – $14

Summer Reading Juggling Jamboree

Nichols Library 200 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

Kick off the summer and the Summer Reading Program with songs, dancing, and a performance by the Juggling extraordinaire Jason Kollum. All ages.

Free
Event Series Live Music Series at the Lawn

Live Music Series at the Lawn

Oakbrook Center 100 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, United States

We’ve got your Fridays 6-8pm covered this season with summer fun on The Lawn! Enjoy a lively night out with your family and friends while you vibe to the tunes of some of your favorite bands! Live Music Schedule: Friday June 2 | Acoustic Circus Friday June 9 | Soda Unplugged Friday June 16 |...

Event Series Movies and Food Trucks

Movies and Food Trucks

Geneva Commons 602 Commons Drive, Geneva, IL, United States

Enjoy Movies, Food, & Fun on Friday Nights at Geneva Commons! They’re back! Movies & Food Trucks 2023 is here for the whole family to enjoy this summer. Food Trucks open at 7pm and movies begin at 8pm, all on the Center Green. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome! We’ll announce all of the food...

Free

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