Events Calendar
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Big Rigs and Kids
Cortesi Veterans Memorial Park Depot 318 E. Kenilworth, Villa ParkCome out to see all the different vehicles from the Villa Park Fire Departments including the Mobile Command Center, plus tow trucks, dump trucks, mowers, and smaller equipment. This hands-on event allows kids and adults to climb in, on and around the vehicles. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...
Evanston Art and Big Fork Festival
800 Church St 800 Church St, EvanstonDowntown Evanston transforms itself into an incredible showcase of all types of original art when the Evanston Art & Big Fork Fest opens for a three day show on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 18, 19 and 20. Located on Sherman and Church Streets, in the heart of one of the North Shore’s magnificent lakefront...
Wine and Art Walk
The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United StatesVisit the Arboretum on Saturday, August 17 or Sunday, August 18 for a juried art show featuring photography, woodturning, jewelry, painting, ceramics, fused glass, and more from Midwest artists. Guests can sip wine and other beverages, enjoy live music, and take in gorgeous summertime views as they browse the nature-themed artworks on display. Artist booths...
Blueberry Festival
Windy Acres Farm 37w446 Fabyan Parkway, Geneva, IL, United StatesThe festival will run 10am – 6pm with an attractions area, beer garden (on Sundays the beer garden is open 12 – 5pm), and a grilled food area with music being played throughout the day. The festival will feature Blueberry Donut Sundaes with fresh Compote served fresh out of our bakery, blueberry slushies, a Beer Garden featuring...
Taste of Chicago
Various Locations IL, United StatesEstablished in 1980, this uniquely-Chicago summertime tradition returns with an impressive array of eateries showcasing the city’s culinary excellence and diversity. Rogers Park - June 15 Marquette Park - July 27 Pullman Park - August 17 Grant Park - September 6-8 For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer...
Montgomery Fest
Montgomery Park 301 N River St, Montgomery, IL, United StatesMontgomery Fest has brought together neighbors, friends, and families for decades to enjoy a weekend of old-fashioned summer fun. The fest offers various activities and events, including live entertainment, a carnival, food vendors, a beer tent, a petting zoo, a parade, a car show, and a carp fishing derby. It is topped off with a...
Italian Storytime with The Language Labs
Helen Plum Library 411 South Main Street, Lombard, IL, United StatesLearn about different cultures through books, music, and crafts with our friends from The Language Labs. No prior knowledge of the featured language is necessary. Drop-in storytime for families with children of all ages
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