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Event Series Buffalo Grove Days

Buffalo Grove Days

Mike Rylko Community Park 1000 N Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove, IL, United States

Buffalo Grove (BG) days began in 1961 and is the biggest and longest-standing tradition in the Village. BG days spans five days and ends on Labor Day. The event, held at Mike Rylko Park, is filled with live music, family-friendly entertainment, a carnival, a car show, BBQ Challenge, food and refreshments and more.   For...

Free

Back to School Park Playdate

Heritage Park (Oakbrook Terrace) 1S325 Ardmore Avenue, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, United States

Join us for our 5th annual back-to-school park playdate. This FREE end of the summer event will bring the whole family together before heading back to the books. We will have activities, inflatables, live music, snacks and more! End your summer with the Oakbrook Terrace Park District. No registration required.

Free
Event Series Darien Rocks the Greens

Darien Rocks the Greens

Westwood Park (Darien) 7301 Fairview Avenue, Darien, IL, United States

Mayor Marchese and the Darien City Council invite you to a FREE Summer Concert Series at Westwood Park, 75th Street & Fairview Ave. June 27 - The Mix July 25 - Cadillac Groove August 29 - Reckless   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Free
Event Series Wheaton Cruise Nights

Wheaton Cruise Nights

Wheaton Town Square 271 Town Square, Wheaton, IL, United States

Experience the thrill of classic cars and hot rods at Wheaton Cruise Nights, every Thursday this summer from 6-9pm at Town Square Wheaton. Enjoy music, delicious food, and a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss out on this weekly celebration of cars and car enthusiasts! Wheaton Cruise Night will take place in the parking lot between Warren’s...

Free

Empowering School Culture

Eola Road Branch 555 S Eola Road, Aurora, IL, United States

Join DeAngelo Gerald, former School Social Worker and current Dean of Students at Downers Grove South High School for an insightful presentation on building a positive school culture. Learn how to celebrate student identities and understand their experiences to foster an inclusive environment. We will explore the importance of self-reflection to recognize and address biases,...

Free
Event Series Free Summer Concerts

Free Summer Concerts

Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park Depot 318 E. Kenilworth, Villa Park

Summer Concerts happening on Thursdays begin at 6:30pm. The concession stand opens at 6 pm. June 6 - Petty Cash June 13 - Murley Music June 20 - Chicago's Own Piano Man Band June 27 - Electric Brew August 1 - Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band August 8 - Nashville Electric Company August...

Free
Event Series Sounds Of Summer Concerts

Sounds Of Summer Concerts

Harmony Park (Arlington Heights) 7 S Vail Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL, United States

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 August. This is an adjustment from the previous schedule, which began mid-June, included concerts on Thursdays and Fridays, and then ended on the last Friday...

Free
Event Series Venardos Circus

Venardos Circus

Benedictine University , United States

It’s time to celebrate the arrival of the Venardos Circus, a Broadway-style animal-free circus, coming to Lisle. The show will be held at Benedictine University, 5700 College Rd., Lisle, IL, 60532 with its 10th Anniversary edition from August 22 – September 1, 2024. This edition of the awe-inspiring Venardos Circus cast will celebrate a Decade...

$16.95 – $39.95

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