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Hummingbird Rooftop Hangout
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, BolingbrookLizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art Museum Free Day
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art 1220 Kensington Road, Oak BrookCasting on the Pier
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N. Cannon Dr., ChicagoDuSable Museum of African American History Free Days
DuSable Museum of African American History DuSable Museum of African American History, ChicagoAdler Planetarium Illinois Resident Free Days
Adler Planetarium 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, ChicagoWeek of Events
Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon
Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon
The Annual Woodridge Rotary Mini Triathlon presented by Experience Triathlon is scheduled for Sunday, August 14, 2022. Registration closes at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10th. There will be NO registration accepted after that time.
Oswego Country Market
Oswego Country Market
Shop local with plenty of choices to buy fresh produce, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, specialty foods like baked goods & honey, and handmade items in our outdoor, open-air market. ...
Geneva French Market
Geneva French Market
Each year more vendors are drawn to the market because of its popularity. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Western Springs French Market
Western Springs French Market
Local farmers market with a variety of stands. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Kids Maker Market and Garage Sale
Kids Maker Market and Garage Sale
Whether you have been crafting up a storm or cleaning out your closets, this is your chance to sell what you’ve got! Grab your goods and cash in or shop...
Nature Story Trail
Nature Story Trail
Follow a short trail and read a children’s nature story along the way. Afterward, stop by for an activity bag with a related craft and outdoor activities.
Family Fishing Fun
Family Fishing Fun
Interested in taking your family fishing but don't know where to start? Join us for this fun fishing class. You'll learn about the parts of the pole, how to safely...
Going on a Bear Hunt
Going on a Bear Hunt
We’re going on a bear hunt! We’re going to catch a big one! Did you know that bears were once found all over Illinois? Honor the expatriated animal with a...
French Connection Day
French Connection Day
Bonjour! We adore French culture, and our benefactor, Robert R. McCormick, had a special bond with France that we celebrate each year at this signature Cantigny festival. French Connection Day entry is free with $10 per car parking. Merci beaucoup!
Burr Ridge Farmers Market
Burr Ridge Farmers Market
The Burr Ridge Village Center Farmers Market returns for its second season. This year, we are excited to partner with Bensidoun USA to continue to offer you an incredible market...
Bee Demo
Bee Demo
Curious about bees and beekeeping? Join us throughout the summer as beekeeping volunteers and Head Beekeeper demonstrate techniques with active beehives and explain their work. Demonstrations are for all ages...
Berkeley Family Fun Fest
Berkeley Family Fun Fest
Berkeley Family Fun Fest is back! Join us Sunday, August 14th in Berkeley Park for this great community event. Featuring music entertainment, FREE kids rides, local vendors and community groups!
Willow Fest
Willow Fest
Thursday, August 11th Carnival Rides, Food Vendors, and Beer Garden from 4 pm – 10 pm 14th Annual Benefit Car Show from 4 pm – 9 pm Featuring music by American English from 7 pm – 9:30 pm Friday, August 12th Carnival Rides, Food Vendors, and Beer Garden from 4 pm – 11 pm Featuring...
India Day Parade and Celebration
India Day Parade and Celebration
Started in 2015, India Day has quickly grown into one of the largest Indian American festivals in the USA. It is instrumental in bringing the Chicagoland and Midwest community together...
Elvis at the Library
Elvis at the Library
Bring your chairs, your blankets and your snacks for a free concert on library grounds. Landon James, 2021 Tupelo Elvis Festival Youth Champion, will amaze you with his interpretation of...
Darien Fest
Darien Fest
Come out and join us for a (4) family fun festival filled with good food, great music, a craft fair, Bingo, Business Expo, and a Carnival! For information on...
Sunday Makebreak
Summer Dance Concert: Wonderful World of Oz
Summer Dance Concert: Wonderful World of Oz
Join us for the annual summer dance concert featuring music from various Wizard of Oz productions. Tickets are $8 per person.
Willowbrook Exhibit Trail Tour
Willowbrook Exhibit Trail Tour
Take a quiet after-hours tour of the exhibit trail, where native wildlife with permanent disabilities are provided homes. Residents include red-shouldered and red-tailed hawks, turkey vultures, owls, groundhogs and raccoons....
Walking Plays
Walking Plays
Walk along with the action of your favorite literary tales performed live among 1,700 acres of trees and beautiful landscapes. All Walking Plays are approximately 90 minutes in length and...
Summer Concerts in the Park
Summer Concerts in the Park
We are looking forward to what we hope will be the full return of our Summer Concert Series in Scoville Park starting Sunday, June 12th and running weekly through Sunday...
Hinsdale Farmers Market
Hinsdale Farmers Market
Once again the Hinsdale Farmers Market is back for 2022! The 46th annual event will start Monday June 6th and run thru October 24th 2022, totaling 21 weeks! Every Monday, June thru October, farmers from all over will line Burlington Park with booths of fresh produce and unique finds from their farms and stores. Local...
Story Time at Kline Creek Farm
Story Time at Kline Creek Farm
Bring the family, and rest under the shade of a tree while a costumed interpreter shares lessons from the world of stories with different historic tales each week. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages; under 18 with an adult. No registration.
Cops and Bobbers
Cops and Bobbers
Kids 15 and under are invited to join officers from the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County and participating towns for free fishing fun! Raffles and refreshments provided. Bait and a limited number of poles will be available for loan. Adults must accompany children. No registration or fishing licenses required. Aug. 8: Wood Dale Grove...
Time To Go Chorin’
Time To Go Chorin’
Pull up your sleeves the 1890s way, and help with different chores around the farm. On Mondays pitch in at the farmhouse laundering clothes, hanging them out to dry, and beating rugs. On Thursdays, help in the barnyard caring for the animals and working with hand tools. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages...
Cruisin into Lockport
Cruisin into Lockport
Visit the classic cars along State St., pull up a chair on the Central Square lawn and listen to the great music or browse the Market. There is even kids' entertainment. There is something for everyone to enjoy at Cruisin' into Lockport. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
Cruise Nights at the Sonic Drive-In
Cruise Nights at the Sonic Drive-In
Cruise on down meet up with old friends, make new friends, talk cars and kick tires. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
Monday Miles
Monday Miles
Monday Miles is free to all participants this year. Monday Miles will be a fun way to be active by running or walking 1, 2, or 3 miles each Monday evening from 6/7-8/9. Come to seven or more Mondays and earn a commemorative 2021 event t-shirt. Work all summer and set your goal for the...
Cruise Nights
Cruise Nights
Join us for a free car show that includes cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Expect music, food, and family fun! July 18 August 15 From 6 to 9 p.m. at Commerical Street and Wood Dale Road. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
Movie Mondays
Movie Mondays
Mark your calendar for our Summer Movie Monday's presented by HHS Junior Board! Movies will be presented on our front lawn every other Monday from June 6 - August 29....
ABC Animal Yoga
ABC Animal Yoga
Let's twist our bodies into the shapes of animals. What animals do you think we'll look like?
Summer at the Fire Museum Free Day
Summer at the Fire Museum Free Day
Join us for Summer at the Fire Museum Free Days with free admission sponsored by Invest Aurora! Each month will have a different community safety partner, a selfie station and...
Museum of Contemporary Art Free Day
Museum of Contemporary Art Free Day
Illinois residents receive free admission on Tuesdays. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Mystery Movie
Mystery Movie
Take a break from the heat and enjoy a movie in our cool Community Room. We will have clues throughout the week to help you figure out what movie we...
Chicago Zoological Society Workshop
Chicago Zoological Society Workshop
Join Chicago Zoological Society for some outdoor fun and information. Registration is required. Participants must bring a small clear container. June 14: Deep Seed Adventure | 3 PM July 21:...
Cantigny Cruise Night
Cantigny Cruise Night
Returning after a stellar first year: Cruise Night Tuesdays! Bring your classic or restored vehicle to the park, mingle with fellow car enthusiasts, and talk shop in the south parking...
Downtown Tinley Cruise Nights
Downtown Tinley Cruise Nights
Come to Downtown Tinley Cruise Nights on Tuesdays during the summer in Downtown Tinley for a classic car show with no entry fee, food and beverages for sale and DJ...
Park Cookout
Park Cookout
Meet your neighbors and enjoy a free picnic in the park! Food is first-come, first-served. June 14 - Lions Park July 12 - Fargo Park August 16 - Hathaway Park
Plainfield Cruise Night
Plainfield Cruise Night
Join us every Tuesday evening in downtown Plainfield during the months of June, July and part of August for our FREE car show. Local enthusiasts gather to showcase their classic and unique vehicles. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.
Acoustic Jams in the Park
Acoustic Jams in the Park
Featuring a different local musician each night. Enjoy your favorite cover songs like Stairway to Heaven, Dust in the Wind, or Blackbird and listen to original tunes by each artist.
Summer Concert Series
Summer Concert Series
Come at 6:30PM before each concert and enjoy a variety of FREE crafts and games for ages 5-12! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.
Summer Concert Series
Summer Concert Series
KICK BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY FREE LIVE MUSIC ALL SUMMER LONG AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PAVILION IN FISHEL PARK! The FREE concerts begin at 7 pm on Tuesday evenings May 24 through August 16 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies. Watch the concerts in person at Fishel Park! Doors open and food and beverage...
Elmhurst Farmers Market
Elmhurst Farmers Market
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...
Free Family Fun Days
Free Family Fun Days
On select Wednesdays throughout the summer, Blackberry Farm hosts Family Fun Days that provide FREE admission for Illinois residents as part of a statewide free museum days promotion. These days the perfect opportunity to explore our historical exhibits with your family or a group of history-loving friends. With free admission, you’ll have access to historical...