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Event Series Live on the Lake

Live on the Lake

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

Enjoy free live music every weekend in the Navy Pier Beer Garden! Live on the Lake! is an outdoor live music series featuring Chicago’s best bands, along with regional and national acts, who will perform countless genres and styles of popular music every weekend. Bring your friends, enjoy the music, and take in the lakeside...

Free
Event Series Wave Wall Moves

Wave Wall Moves

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

Gather your family and be part of the excitement every Saturday afternoon with two captivating free performances at the Wave Wall Stage, as part of Navy Pier’s thrilling outdoor live dance series – Wave Wall Moves. In collaboration with See Chicago Dance, this series highlights a diverse array of Chicago dance companies, ensembles, and choreographers,...

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

Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series

Downtown Lombard St. Charles Road & Park Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert series is celebrating its 25th anniversary! Come out and enjoy this unique experience, which brings classic and custom cars, live music, and Lombard’s local businesses together for family-friendly summer events in Downtown Lombard! These FREE summer events take place on Saturdays between June 15th - August 24th, from 6...

Free
Event Series Summer Breeze Concerts

Summer Breeze Concerts

Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center 101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg, IL, United States

Summer Breeze returns, offering free concerts Lakeside on the Grounds of the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center. All performances begin at 7 p.m. Patrons are welcome to bring picnic dinners, lawn chairs and blankets to the concert. Sorry, no pets are allowed on the grounds during concerts. July 6: Soul Sacrfice July 13: The Lovettes...

Free
Event Series Neighborhood Movie Series

Neighborhood Movie Series

Various Locations IL, United States

All Ages! Share this experience with your kids, friends and neighbors. Movie Start Time: 8:30pm June 8 at Volunteer Park South: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever June 22 at Indian Chase Meadows: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish July 6 at Wipfler Park: Sonic 2 July 20 at UChicago Medicine Advent Health Bolingbrook: Minions: The Rise...

Free

4th of July Parade and Fireworks

Hoffman Park (Hoffman Estates) 290 Glendale Lane, Hoffman Estates

A Drone Light Show- Friday, July 5th at 9:30 pm Fireworks- Saturday, July 6th at 9:30 pm Parade The parade will take place on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 9 a.m. on Illinois Boulevard. This year's theme is "TBD." Interested in participating? Click here to download and complete an application form.   For information on...

Free
Event Series Summer Fireworks

Summer Fireworks

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

Enjoy Chicago’s beloved sky spectacle show every Wednesday night at 9pm and Saturday night at 10pm, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Gather your loved ones and head to the Pier to witness this breathtaking free event. Immerse yourself in the stunning visuals accompanied by a mix of dramatic and popular music, including...

Free

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