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Event Series Evening on the Riverwalk

Evening on the Riverwalk

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

Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show on the Riverwalk. This program will be held outdoors at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre across Jackson Ave. from Nichols Library. In the event of inclement weather or a heat index above 95 degrees, this program will be moved indoors to the Nichols Community Room.

Free

Millennium Carillon Summer Recital Series

Carillon at Rotary Hill 443 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL, United States

Naperville’s Millenium Carillon in Moser Tower will host the 2024 Summer Recital Series on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. starting June 4 through August 13, with a Saturday performance on June 22. Audiences are welcome to bring folding chairs and blankets and enjoy the performances from Rotary Hill, located at 443 Aurora Ave., or while...

Free
Event Series Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Fishel Park 1036 Grove Street, Downers Grove, IL, United States

The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings May 21 through August 13 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies. Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6pm each Tuesday. Music will play between 7 and 8:30pm. Fishel Park is located at 1036 Grove Street in Downers Grove.   For information on more...

Free

Mid-Summer Classics Concert Series

Various Locations IL, United States

The family-friendly Mid-Summer Classics concert series, hosted by Elk Grove Village and the Elk Grove Park District, takes place during the month of July. Thursday, July 4, 2024: The Beach Boys (Rotary Green) with Lions Club Firework Show: Approx 9:30pm Tuesday, July 9, 2024: Martina McBride (Village Green) Thursday, July 18, 2024: Neon Trees (Rotary...

Free
Event Series Elmhurst Farmers Market

Elmhurst Farmers Market

York and Vallette York and Vallette, Elmhurst, IL, United States

The Elmhurst Farmers Market is one of Elmhurst’s great local markets and a family friendly must do event, popular with locals and visitors alike. Enjoy boutique style shopping every Wednesday from 7am to 1pm from June to October in the York & Vallette Business District. Follow the Elmhurst Farmers Market on Facebook for regular updates...

Free
Event Series Party in the Park

Party in the Park

Various Locations IL, United States

We're popping into the parks on select days this summer to party with you! Kids of all ages are invited for some good old-fashioned fun. We'll provide bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more. Free to attend. See you in the park! Wednesday, June 19 - Wilder Park Wednesday, July 17 - Salt Creek Park...

Free

Field Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

Field Museum 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, United States

Free Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert safari, explore ancient civilizations, and come face-to-face with prehistoric creatures— all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more...

Free
Event Series Free Parking Wednesday

Free Parking Wednesday

Cantigny Park 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton, IL, United States

New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Free

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