Events Calendar

Enjoy a wonderful array of fruits, vegetables, baked goods and much more at one of the busiest and well-visited Farmers Markets in the suburbs! Open from 8 AM - 1 PM on Sundays through October.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district visitors can have fun while getting fit this summer with the return of the Park’s “Fitness in the Park” series.“Yoga in the Park” will take place Sunday mornings from 10 – 11 a.m. beginning Sunday, June 18 and running through Sunday, August 13. Presented by Rosemont Health and Fitness,...

Live music is the best part of summer – enjoy 40 live music events coming summer 2023! 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...

Navy Pier’s weekly outdoor live music series features 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 summer views. *Schedule subject to change.   For information on more events like this, check...

Every summer the Heritage Park Performance Pavilion comes alive with a variety of community events for all ages. This one of a kind outdoor stage and views of Heritage Lake make it the perfect venue to enjoy music and movies on the lawn. Bring the whole family to listen and dance to the most in-demand...

On Sunday evenings in July, the Geneva Cultural Arts Commission will host free outdoor concerts at the scenic River Park located in downtown Geneva on the west shores of the Fox River at 151 N. River Lane. The performances, which begin at 6 p.m., may be viewed from natural terraced seating. There is also space...

Join us for songs and stories, then stick around to browse a small collection of items from the outreach van. You may check out items, make returns, and pick up holds.

Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills. Drop in. BALibrary Lawn, east of the upper parking lot. Sessions run from 10:00am - 10:30am or 10:30am - 11:00am.

Children (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement activities while building language and literacy skills. Drop in. BALibrary Lawn, east of the upper parking lot.

Explore a new language with songs, dances, games, activities, riddles and rhymes. Crafts will be provided for children to create and take home. Present by The Language Labs of Hinsdale. Please call Youth Services at (630) 879-1393 x500 to register, beginning June 26.

Get Ready for Kindergarten Reading: Monday, July 17, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Math: Monday, July 24, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Science: Monday, July 31, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Practice circle time, fine and gross motor coordination, following directions and social skills in preparation for entering Kindergarten in Fall 2023. Breakout activities focus on a different...

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district visitors can have fun while getting fit this summer with the return of the Park’s “Fitness in the Park” series. Beginning June 12, Rosemont Health and Fitness will host “Zumba in the Park” Monday nights from 6 – 7 p.m. through August 7. Each week, Zumba instructors will lead...

Does Roblox rock your socks? Ain't no party like a Mario Party? Then this is the program for you! Play Nintendo Switch and desktop video games with others your age in this fun afternoon program. Grades 3rd - 12th with caregiver. No registration required.

FREE thanks to Carol Guist of Baird & Warner. Monday Miles will be a fun way to be active by running or walking 1, 2, or 3 miles each Monday evening from 6/5-8/7. Come to seven or more Mondays and earn a commemorative 2023 event t-shirt. Work all summer and set your goal for the...

All ages. Local musician Megan K. will be here with a family-friendly musical performance. No registration necessary. Drop in to Meeting Room B/C and enjoy some tunes!

Mondays | 7:30 PM | Veterans Memorial Bandshell (411 S Maple Street) June 19 | Under the Big Top – Music from the Circus June 26 | Portraits and Tributes – Saluting Great Musicians July 10 | The Movies! – Silver Screen Songs and FREE Popcorn July 17 | Light and Lively – De”Light” in...

Love playing miniature golf? Drop by to join us in this creative picture book miniature golf course! No need to bring your golf clubs. We will supply it all! Ages 8 and up. No registration required.

Come have fun making a messy creation. Dress for a mess! Sessions run 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. OR 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Work together as a family to craft a toy boat using supplies provided. Then test it to see if it floats!

Come to special summer storytimes at these Twin Lakes. All Ages. Drop-In. Held offsite at Salt Creek Park District’s Twin Lakes Deck, 1200 E. Twin Lakes Drive, Palatine. Questions, call Salt Creek Park District, 847-259-6890.

Join library staff for stories and songs outside! Advanced registration required*. Ages birth through 8 with caregiver. Vengan a escuchar cuentos y canciones. Se requiere registro avanzado*. Desde el nacimiento hasta los 8 años con cuidador.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED Rev up your engines because it’s time for motors and a movie! Come to our Community Room to create a cool car, have a fun snack and enjoy the show! We will provide the materials, and you just bring your creativity! Ages 3-Kindergarten with a caregiver. Registration required. Limit 10.

June 13: Ben Tater June 27: Miss Jamie's Farm July 18: Junie B July 25: Scribble Monster   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Join Ms. Libby as we have fun exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math! Best for ages 7 and up.

A FUN, engaging, & interactive variety juggling show for ALL ages! Tons of energy, movement, audience participation, laughter and excitement! Eye-popping balancing, juggling, and variety stunts! Perfect for Pre-K – 8th grade.

Join us for a rousing competition of M&M’S Bingo! Get a chance to win prizes and eat your bingo markers at the end.

Join us every Tuesday night from 4pm - 8pm in the Fox Yard of Fox Valley. - Over 40 vendors, artisans, bakeries, fresh farm vegetables - Food trucks and beer tent - Live music every event night from 6pm - 8pm - Kid activities, balloons, face painting and bounce house Location: Fox Yard - the...

Vintage Rides returns to Downtown Wheaton! Now on Liberty Drive, this community favorite event returns on select Tuesdays this June through August. Admire cars from Model Ts to Teslas, and everything in between, as the DJ spins tunes from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 6 – DJ’s Choice June 20 – 70s-80s June 27...

Join library staff for stories and songs outside! Advanced registration required*. Ages birth through 8 with caregiver. Vengan a escuchar cuentos y canciones. Se requiere registro avanzado*. Desde el nacimiento hasta los 8 años con cuidador.

Help us close out our Parks and Rec Month celebration with a night of giant yard games and an ice cream social at the Community Center. This is a free event, however, we ask that you sign-up here.

Join us at Prospect Park for a family concert to get you moving and laughing! Istvan’s irresistible mix of interactive rock and roll, country, pop, punk, and sing-a-longs gets both children and parents alike dancing!

Drop in between 7-8 pm to work together as a family and test your trivia knowledge. You are welcome to stay as long or as little as you would like. Recommended age: 5-11 years with an adult.

The Village of Westchester and Westchester Park Districts have partnered to bring Summer Movie Nights this summer at Community Park (10201 Bond St, Westchester IL)! This free event will begin around 8:30pm - 9pm. We encourage you to bring your own chairs, and blankets. More information will be shared regarding food and beverages! Tuesday June...

Bring a picnic blanket and join us for a special outdoor family storytime. Diane Main Park, 200 W 59th St. 0 – 5 years with a caregiver.

Start your morning off with stories, songs, flannels and fun with our Family Storytime! This program will take place outside, weather permitting. If moved indoors, pick up free tickets at our Hoffman Estates Branch 20 minutes prior to start of the program.

Grab a blanket and join us outside for stories, music and bubbles! This program will take place outdoors, weather permitting.

From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1–5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.

You won't want to miss this unique play experience on this special day at the only Route 66 themed playground along the entire Mother Road. Route 66 has an important and colorful history in Illinois, and Burr Ridge. Heritage Corridor Destinations, an organization dedicated to establishing tourism partnerships within the communities and counties along The...

Join Youth Services staff at Engstrom Park for an easy drop-in craft, weather permitting. No registration necessary. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Thanks to Batavia Park District for co-sponsoring this event.

Join us for an "Amazing Animals" storytime, then stick around to check out books and pick up holds on the Bookmobile.

Get ready to dance and blow bubbles with Ms. Cat! Kids ages 2-5 yrs. with a caregiver can start their morning with a colorful, bubbly dance party. Make your own bubble wands and blow bubbles when you need to take a break from dancing! Registration Required. Limit 15.

Adrenaline junkies and cycling enthusiasts welcome! Join us on the top floor of the Library all day for the best views of the race. We’ll have race snacks available throughout the day and other race-themed activities. Plus- explore an expo of Brookfield businesses in the Library's parking lot.

Enjoy a super day at Smalley Pool during Wacky Wednesday, 1-4 pm! Fun and games for kids of all ages. Regular daily admission rates apply. June 14 - Superheroes June 28 - Summer Olympics July 26 - Luau August 2 - Pirates

Join the Des Plaines History Center this summer as we travel through time! Over the course of six weeks, we will explore different eras of human history starting with Ancient Egypt. Learn about castles, mummies, and more in these fun programs for kids ages 5-12! These family programs will be in-person on Wednesdays, starting at...

Magic, comedy, and more! Bring your entire family for a magical experience.

Live music, local eats and fun for all ages, the Roosevelt Collection Shops, 150 W. Roosevelt Rd., is proud to announce an all-new Summer experience to be hosted select Wednesday evenings, beginning June 14 through August 16 from 5-7 pm. Summer Sounds at Roosevelt Collection will bring nine talented local musicians to their spacious center...

Come out to Oakbrook Center's Movies on the Lawn to see "Uncharted" on Wednesday, July 26 at 7p.m. and bring some NEW school supplies to support People's Resource Center's Back to School Supply Drive! When you donate between 5p.m. and 7p.m., receive a FREE box of popcorn* to enjoy during the movie. People's Resource Center's...

Music & Market is a collaborative event between Aurora Downtown and City of Aurora Special Events. The Wednesday street market will feature artisan and food vendors and live music (formerly Wednesdays at the Plaza). Free. Stolp Avenue will be closed for the market. Music starts at 6 p.m. at the gazebo. July 12 WDCB presents...

Wear your PJs, bring blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, and your whole family to build a fort and read together for a cozy night in the Library. Drop in. Youth Services Department.

Join your friends and neighbors under the Umbrella Sky installation for Wednesday Nights Live this summer in City Centre! Some of the region’s best tribute bands will be in the North York Plaza from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm every Wednesday from June 7th to August 9th. Enjoy tributes to Tom Petty, Red Hot Chili...

Music in the Park is back! Join us starting this Wednesday, July 12 - Wednesday, August 30 for our weekly Music in the Park. Each week a different band will take the stage from 6 PM - 9 PM at Veterans Park. There will also be various food vendors throughout the summer. So mark your...

On the last Wednesday of the month, from May 31 through August 30, from 6PM-9PM invite your friends and family to join the fun by dressing up in theme with our tenant partners, staff, and creatives. Shop local small businesses (each of which will have a limited-edition item exclusive to the theme), and enjoy free...

Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district visitors can have fun while getting fit this summer with the return of the Park’s “Fitness in the Park” series. Feel empowered all summer long on Wednesday nights from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. June 14 through August 16 at “PowHerhouse” classes. Designed for all fitness levels, the PowHerhouse Fitness...

Wednesdays at the Plaza will return to Millennium Plaza for five weeks from July 12 through Aug. 9. The free summer concert series starts at 7 p.m. and features popular local and regional musicians of different genres in an open air setting along the Fox River. Millennium Plaza is located at 21 S. Stolp Ave....

Join us at Citizens Park (511 Lake Zurich Road) beginning July 5 for our FREE Concerts in the Park Series presented by BMO Harris Bank. July 12: Serendipity July 19: The Class of ‘68 July 26: Classical Blast August 2: Wild Daisy August 9: Kaleidoscope Eyes   For information on more events like this, check...

Sunset Yoga Thursday, June 1 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of yoga in Town Square led by our certified yoga instructor, Marti Lahood. Rain location: Central Library Brass From the Past Monday, June 5 • 6:45-8:15 p.m. Brass from the Past is one of Chicago’s best cover bands. Featuring Chicagoland’s top-tier touring and studio...

Try a free family Zumba class in the park.

For families with children of all ages. Do you love dinosaurs and BINGO? Come to the library for a fun event featuring both! Registration required beginning June 19.

Everyone’s favorite free, family summer concert series, Music in the Park begins in June and has something to offer for all musical tastes. Music in the Park will be held in its traditional location in downtown Bensenville from 7:30pm to 9:30pm beginning June 14th through August 23rd. Bensenville restaurants will sell dinner and dessert items...

It's summer! Grab a blanket, food and come out to enjoy various Chicago area bands!  May 31 - Funky Mojo Daddy (Blues) June 7 - The Red Roses (Indie Pop) June 14 - Fantasy Band (Motown R&B) June 21 - Rhythm Giants (Alternative) June 28 - Just the 80's Band (80's) July 5 - Vinyl...

Sunset Pool is hosting Late-Night Swim from 8-10pm on the following Wednesdays: July 26, Aug 9 and Aug 30. All facility amenities will be open for attendees to enjoy. Pool passes and twilight admission rates apply. No registration required. See you there!

Let's dance and sing to various melodies in this music and movement program! For kids of all ages and their grownups.

Kid’s Club at Randhurst Village is back on select Thursdays this summer! Located outdoors in the courtyard across from Orangetheory Fitness, Kid’s Club will take place on Thursday, June 15 & 29 and Thursday, July 13 & 27 from 11am-1pm. Special guests include Bach to Rock, Mount Prospect Public Library and the Mount Prospect Fire...

Drop in to explore robotics and coding with technology like Ozobot, Sphero, and Snap Circuits! Try all of the options or spend extra time with your favorites. For age 3-12. Children under 7, please bring your grownup.

We’ve got your Fridays 6-8pm covered this season with summer fun on The Lawn! Enjoy a lively night out with your family and friends while you vibe to the tunes of some of your favorite bands! Live Music Schedule: Friday June 2 | Acoustic Circus Friday June 9 | Soda Unplugged Friday June 16 |...

Cruise Night is back each Thursday Night starting June 15 (except for National Night Out on August 3, more information to come!). Join host Bob the DJ for a perennial summer favorite with Barrington's fun Cruise Night cars. Weekly Themes: June 15: Ford Mercury June 22: Corvette June 29: Red, White & Blue July 6:...

May 25: ET: The Extra-Terrestrial - Steven Spielberg's masterpiece about a boy and his special bond with an alien from another planet. This edition includes all new bonus features, including a new interview with Steven Spielberg. June 8: The Spy Next Door - Bob Ho is an undercover CIA superspy who decides to give up...

Enjoy a carnival designed for your best friend of the canine variety! Canine Carnival is full of activities for dogs and their owners including lots of games and a vendor area. Each dog will receive a goody bag, a free raffle ticket, and a souvenir photo with their owner. Additional people, or those without dogs,...

The Promenade concert series June 8 - August 31, 2023. Every Thursday night 7pm - 9 pm, located on The Row!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Mark your calendar for Countryside’s Summer Concert Series! Acts start at 7pm, with the exception of the Fireworks show..…we will have an Opening Act that night! Where: Countryside Park, 630 61st Street Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. June 15: Mackenzie O’Brien Band June 22: Classical Blast June 29: Michael Charles Band July 6: The...

June 15 - Spoken Four June 22 - Hello Weekend July 1 - Hillbilly Rockstarz July 13 - Second Hand Soul July 20 - 7th Heaven July 27 - Breakfast Club   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Enjoy an evening of acoustic music in the Educational Gardens at Mike Rylko Community Park. Local students from The School of Rock House Band will provide the music; you provide lawn chairs and snacks.

It's a community talent show! They have been practicing their acts all summer long and now it's time to perform! Come to the Library for a community talent show, put on by some of the most skilled children in Batavia. Interested in participating? Fill out the interest form below, and we will get back to...

Treasured events for families throughout Chicago suburban communities The Wheaton Municipal Band is composed of some of the finest band musicians in the metropolitan Chicago area, playing a variety of music ranging from traditional marches to musicals and classics to challenging contemporary pieces.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup...

Gather friends and family for the best in Thursday evening entertainment! Our free concert series offers something for everyone and begins promptly at 7:30 PM. June 22 | 7th Heaven The BAND is back! Our hometown favorites join the celebration with a free concert featuring 30 SONGS in 30 MINUTES! Kick off summer with a...

All Performances are Free to the Public. Thursday evenings at 7:30pm. Community Concert Center. June 1 - "A Salute to Our Armed Forces" June 8 - "Familiar Tunes" June 15 - "Looking Upward" June 22 - Naperville Big Band June 29 - CANCELED July 6 - "A Patriotic Concert" (originally scheduled on June 29) July...

Walk through Messenger Woods at dusk and explore the habitat of our local bat species. Using echolocating technology, “listen” for bats as we hike. Discover some fascinating facts about these flying mammals along the way.

Movies at Mundy is held outdoors at The Venue at Water Street Mall between Downer Place and Galena Boulevard. The movie series is a BREW & VIEW. Alcoholic beverages for sale. Concessions available. Movies will be outdoors at dusk. No outside alcohol allowed. July 27: Men in Black (1997) PG-13 Aug 24: Almost Famous (2000)...

Well hello everybaby! Can you beep your belly? Yes you can! Hello everybaby! Can you bop to the music? Yes you can! Enjoy a music and dance filled hour aimed at little ones and their families.

Children and their families are invited to celebrate more than a century of banking and saving in Bartlett. Learn about Bartlett’s first bank, enjoy storytime and decorate a piggy bank to take home. This free, one and a half hour program begins at 10 a.m. at the Bartlett History Museum, 228 S. Main Street. It...

Bring a blanket and positive vibes to Central Park for a drop-in story time with songs, dancing, and fun! Ages 1-8 with caregiver. No registration required.

Mister Rogers said that anything mentionable is manageable. Let’s create a space to talk about all feelings, big and small, through books, songs, and mindfulness exercises. Drop in. Story Room.

Join us for a buzzing good time at our bee-themed obstacle course! For children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. In the case of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

June 30: Join us for a screening of Annie (1982). Then, on July 1st, join us to watch the Annie remake from 2014! July 28: Join us for a screening of The Wizard of Oz (1939). Then, on July 29th, join us to watch The Wiz (1978)!

Wonder Works will be a-GLOW for our members on July 28 from 4-6PM for our first ever members only GLOW PARTY! A section of Wonder Works will be cordoned off for a non-scary glow in the dark dance party. All attendees will receive glow in the dark swag and we will have glow crafts in...

Come celebrate summer with the York Center Park District! There will be food, music, games, amusements, and much more. Bring friends and family for a celebration that will end with fireworks.

Fun Night at Jensen Pavilion, 5 to 7 p.m. Pool Party at Bartlett Aquatic Center, 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Celebrate the end of Summer Reading with us! We will be hosting an ice cream social, karaoke, and various activities for all to enjoy. You will also have a chance to win prizes!

Price increases at the door.

We’ve got your Fridays 6-8pm covered this season with summer fun on The Lawn! Enjoy a lively night out with your family and friends while you vibe to the tunes of some of your favorite bands! Live Music Schedule: Friday June 2 | Acoustic Circus Friday June 9 | Soda Unplugged Friday June 16 |...

Each month this summer, bring your chair, food, and beverage and enjoy the concert! Take some time to enjoy this year’s museum exhibit too! All donations & tips will go The La Grange Area Historical Society June 23rd 6:30 pm featuring Music by the Pink Raspberry Cats July 28th 6:30 pm Picnic in the Park...

Enjoy Movies, Food, & Fun on Friday Nights at Geneva Commons! They’re back! Movies & Food Trucks 2023 is here for the whole family to enjoy this summer. Food Trucks open at 7pm and movies begin at 8pm, all on the Center Green. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome! We’ll announce all of the food...

Celebrate National Moth Week with a night hike and campfire. Moths make up 90% of the butterfly family, yet most of us can only identify one or two of them. Join a naturalist to discover what makes moths special and why we should celebrate this group of insects. We’ll set out on a hike with...

“Come one, come all”… Step right up, this Carnival party is just right for you. Filled with fun for aged 9-14. We will have a variety of carnival style games like bottle ring toss, bean bag toss, knock the can, disk drop, 3 in a row, plus much more! There will also be activities like...

The Secretary of State will be issuing State IDs for children 17 and under at this event. Please see the attached document for necessary items that need to be in possession to receive a State ID. State ID for Minors Event is in partnership with Office of the Secretary of State, Illinois State Representative Stephanie...

Pick up a Junior Naturalist booklet at the nature center and complete the activities to earn a prize.

Join us for our second annual Parrot Stars Summer Festival with a special guest all weekend long. There will be exclusive Summer Festival sales and raffle prizes including a one-on-one consultation with Parrot Wizard, Foraging Fun Pack for small or large birds, $100 Parrot Stars gift card, and much more! Raffles will be on-going for...

Sunset Yoga Thursday, June 1 • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of yoga in Town Square led by our certified yoga instructor, Marti Lahood. Rain location: Central Library Brass From the Past Monday, June 5 • 6:45-8:15 p.m. Brass from the Past is one of Chicago’s best cover bands. Featuring Chicagoland’s top-tier touring and studio...

Join us at the Extract Juicery Family Fun Tent on Front Street for free entertainment suited for the whole family on select Saturdays. Energizing juices, smoothies, and more available for purchase from Extract Juicery. Saturday, May 20, 2023 @ 10:30am - 11:15am - Giant Bubble Show with TwistiCity Bubbles The bubbles just keep getting bigger...

It’s our ninth annual celebration of reading and food! Let your design skills flow as you create a representation of a book in edible form - we’ve had cakes, veggie creations and more. Anything edible goes! Creations can represent a book’s title, jacket cover or character using food as your medium! Prizes for best edible...

Drop in and meet all your favorite Mario characters, LIVE and in person. Pose for photos with our costumed characters and play a ton of live Mario mini-games. Don't miss our biggest, most exciting event of the summer.

Stop by Arlo.Hendrix to meet the beloved fictional character, Harry Potter for Wizard Weekend! This event is a dream come true for Harry Potter fans, as they will have the chance to get up close and personal with the wizarding world's hero. Take a photo, grab an autograph and take home a vinyl sticker! This...

Witness the skills and passion of 45 participants who will be building and racing electric go-karts alongside ComEd mentors in the EV800 Rally. Museum guests can step outside to watch the action.

For grades 1–6. Need some help completing your Mission Math packets or want to get your answers checked and explained by a math pro? Stop by the VolunTeen table on the second floor. Mission Math packets can be taken and turned in any time during the Summer Reading Program; this program is for drop-in, one-on-one...

Scoops with Sparky is coming to your neighborhood! Sparky the fire dog will be traveling through town on July 29th and August 5th with ice cream and fire safety tips from your local fire department. July 29th Ward 1: Second & Elm @ 1 p.m. Ward 2: Glady’s & West @ 2 p.m. Ward 3:...

The show is an up-close, live and extremely “hands-on” experience about reptiles and amphibians from around the world. Seeing and learning about these reptiles will give you a new respect for them and their importance to the environment in which we live. The entire family will enjoy this program which is every bit as entertaining...

July 1: Join us on Friday, June 30th to watch the 1982 version of Annie, then come back to watch the 2014 version! July 29: Join us on Friday, July 28th to watch the 1939 version of The Wizard of Oz, then come back to watch The Wiz (1978)!

Bring friends and a picnic to this concert under the stars, and we’ll delight you with music from some of of your favorite films ! The concert includes tunes from E.T., Jurassic Park, Pirates of the Caribbean, Disney and Pixar movies, and much more. The West Suburban Symphony returns to Cantigny! The orchestra, led by...