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.

August 20: The Magic Stump August 27: The World of Monty and Rose

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...

HEParks is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment. Modified Skate Time provides an altered environment which is time without music and less crowds for children and adults. This time is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Skaters may skate on rink for rest of public skate if...

Sunday, June 18 Father’s Day Free admission for fathers; with child(ren) at Mill Creek & Sunset Pool Tuesday, July 11 l 6:00-8:00pm National Swimming Day Free admission at Mill Creek & Sunset Pool Sunday, July 30 l 6:00-8:00pm NEW! International Friendship Day Pass holders or daily admission guests can bring a friend to receive 1...

Cool off with a family-friendly film on our little-big screen. Drop in. Seating is limited. June 12: Coco July 10: Encanto August 7: Sing 2 August 21: Lilo & Stitch

Are you looking for a wonderful opportunity for your child to explore the world of music and make new friends? Look no further! The Palatine Children’s Chorus invites you to our Welcome Night, where you can learn all about our exciting programs and meet our passionate instructors.🎶 Join us for the night to learn about...

Join us for an interactive dual-language storytime with stories, songs, rhymes, and activities that celebrate the Polish language and culture! For ages 6 and younger with their families. No registration needed.

Caring Conversations Center, an organization that provides counseling with compassion, will lead this storytime and an activity to help little learners talk about feelings. Twenty name tags (children only) will be available at the Youth Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program start time. For age 3-5 and their grownups.

Celebrate Black dancers with us and create your very own bookmobile ballerina craft! Inspired by the book, "Ready to Fly: How Sylvia Townsend Became the Bookmobile Ballerina." (Grades K–2)

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...

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.

We’ll seek out fun destinations to hike, make a craft, and explore new topics each week. The program is 45 minutes long and is recommended for families with children 2 years old and older. In case of inclement weather, call ahead (630-968-0074) to find out if the trams are running that day. Space is limited....

Make pencil toppers and more!

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...

Food and drinks will be available onsite for purchase during the event; additional food vendors will be added. August 2: The 1985 August 9: Vintage Vinyl August 16: Suena Latin Jazz August 23: Soda August 30: Triple Replay   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

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...

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...

Calling all amateur astronomers and night sky enthusiasts! Bring your own telescope or use ours for an evening of stargazing.

We’ll seek out fun destinations to hike, make a craft, and explore new topics each week. The program is 45 minutes long and is recommended for families with children 2 years old and older. In case of inclement weather, call ahead (630-968-0074) to find out if the trams are running that day. Space is limited....

Join Park District staff as we celebrate an afternoon in the park! Enjoy light snacks, beverages, crafts and more! June 8 at Dunham Place Park August 24 at Concord Square Park

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 |...

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...

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.

Join Adler Planetarium at the library and view our Moon and Saturn through a telescope! This is an outdoors event. Weather permitting.

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)...

Miss Ginny will share a fun story before we explore some related hands-on activities together. Registration Required: Adults and kids enjoy a brief story in the Discovery Spot, followed by related hands-on sensory play. Our themed activities will include painting, along with some sensory bins and playdough. Stroller parking will be available in Kids Landing.

Are you ready to game? Drop in to game with others in various gaming systems and games regardless of your age! No registration required.

Pre-registration is recommended as this event may sell out. Launch paper airplanes, build a fort, float a boat and get BLOWN AWAY by our wind table. Members take over the Museum for a night a STEM-tastic fun. Have fun learning through failure. Design, build, test, and try again! The process is more important than the...

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 |...

Join us for a dance party under the stars! Dance the night away on the terrace garden dance floor and bust a move under a sky full of stars! Weather permitting. Drop in.

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...

Come dance the night away to a wide variety of music under the stars! Featuring DJ Sho, interactive dance instructors, a hula hoop contest, limbo, and line dancing! Bring your own refreshments. Event will last from 7 PM to 10 PM. No glass bottles or containers are allowed.

Join us in exploring all things bugs! We will read Hustle Bustle Bugs by Catherine Bailey, and then we will make a bug hotel for the bugs to enjoy! Register one name per family. BALibrary Lawn.

Experience the arts like never before at the world's largest adventure park! Immerse yourself into art and nature, in our outdoor festival of art. The Forge Art Walk is on August 26th and 27th from 10am-4pm. This event is only $5 per ticket and will grant you access a weekend of artsy festivities, including: Live...

Looking for a Bargain? Want to make some CASH? The Park District will advertise the sale through electronic sign, flyers, and day of signage.

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...

The Park Playdate Series is back for the third year! Join us at some of our favorite parks over the summer to enjoy free entertainment, snacks, and connecting with other families in the community. Thursday, July 20 from 10-11:30am: Gordon Park in La Grange Get your face painted by one of the two facepainters that...

Did you know National Dog Day is August 26th?  Get ready for a great time with Robin's Dog Stars. Dogs will perform tricks during this 45-minute show; attendees can pet the dogs at the end of the show. All ages. Caregiver required.

Celebrate our diversity at the annual Mount Prospect Celebration of Cultures! Located at Kopp Park outside RecPlex (420 Dempster Street), all ages and abilities are invited to attend this free community event. Celebration of Cultures will feature cultural booths, ethnic entertainment, fair trade crafts from 10,000 Villages, and food from around the world. Want to...

Join us in the Museum parking lot, located on the corner of Foster and Ashland (location will be moved indoors if the weather does not cooperate), for a day of family fun. Festivities include games, crafts and more. Of course, we will be serving Swedish food as well! Most things at the festival will be...

Don’t rely on luck to catch fish! Learn basic skills to help make your family outings successful. All ages; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person ages 5 and up; under 5 free. Register online or at 630-933-7248.

Join us in celebration of the community artists who contributed to the Pop Art Display on the Gallery Wall and throughout the library! Light refreshments will be provided.

Let's rebuild downtown! Stop by anytime during the program to add to our community build! Viewing available the following day.

Bring your appetite and sample many varieties of Pierogies, sausages, potatoes pancakes, and other refreshments including cold beer. Enjoy children's activities, live music, and a DJ. All proceeds will benefit Gift from the Heart Foundation.

Delicious, authentic Romanian food & desserts ~ Romanian folk dance performances ~ Live music ~ Inflatables, face paint & fun for kids!

Join us Saturday, August 26 and Sunday, August 27 for LatiNxt, Navy Pier’s annual celebration of modern Latin music and arts! This free two-day festival will feature a variety of cutting-edge music from the Latin American diaspora with a focus on new musical trends. Music performances will take place at Navy Pier’s Lake Stage, Beer...