Events Calendar

Come have breakfast with the firefighters and paramedics. Donations will support the members of the Wester Springs Fire Department. 

Featuring: locally grown fruits, vegetables, condiments, gourmet coffee and pastries, and more. In addition, business sponsored booths and non-profit booths will showcase local organizations and businesses.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Get the freshest produce in town every Sunday morning from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. The 2024 Market Season runs from June 2 thru Oct. 27 and the Market goes on rain or shine. Lots of vendors from IIlinois, Michigan and Wisconsin area farmers, specialty crafters, unique food items and other one-of-a-kind vendors. Don’t miss...

This will be the 44th Scandinavian Day Festival. Many years have passed and the festival has evolved but it remains loyal to its roots; the heritage of the five Nordic countries. We achieved our mission to bring the Scandinavian community together last year, when almost 1500 people visited the Festival. With your support we can...

Clean out your basements, attics and garages and sell your “precious treasures” at our annual Flea Market. Set-up begins at 6:30 am. Space is approximately the size of a parking spot. Note: Vendors must provide their own tables and chairs, and/or tents. Buy one or more spaces, if you’d like! This event will be held...

The Elmhurst French Market will be located at the municipal lot at 180 W. Park at the corner of Park and Prospect. The duration of the market would be Sundays from June through September, from 9am – 2pm. This was identified as an ideal space and time for the market, with no need for street...

European-style market offers unique eats, treats and treasures in Geneva.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Featuring a select group of vendors and live entertainment.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

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.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

On Sunday, September 8, the Knights of Columbus will be hosting a duck race. At 10:00am, hundreds of yellow rubber ducks will be released into the DuPage River and will race downstream for a variety of prizes donated by local businesses. $200 cash prize will be awarded to the first place finisher. Ducks can be...

The Village of Algonquin invites you to get artsy at Art on the Fox! Come out to Main Street in Downtown Algonquin, September 7-8. Browse the original creations of 75 original artists, visit the Kid Zone for art projects and games, or enjoy face painting and live painting classes! Take a break with a cold...

Printers Row Lit Fest will have hundreds of booksellers and two days of free programming. Printers Row Lit Fest welcomes readers to its annual two-day event held Saturday, Sept. 7 and Sunday, Sept 8.

The 47th Annual Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival will be held September 7-8, 2024. Set in the heart of our award-winning, historic downtown, the festival features a diverse range of juried artists across various mediums. In addition to the beautiful art, you can enjoy live entertainment, explore unique boutiques, savor delicious offerings at local restaurants,...

Enjoy fun times with Grandma and Grandpa at The Hub. Free crafts will be available today!

Established 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...

Join us at Navy Pier for a day of exciting competition! Challenge friends and family with lawn games, sports, obstacle courses, and Minute-to-Win-It games. Lakefront games may include inflatables, TV gameshows, classic arcade games, Minute to Win It Games, the largest game of Simon Says in Chicago’s history, and more! Whether you’re aiming for a...

This year, Winfield is celebrating their 57th annual Good Old Days festival. Live music, games, children's entertainment, delicious food, trolley rides, a parade, and much more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Summer Festivals.

2024's Platzkonzert Germanfest returns for an Oktoberfest-style celebration featuring Hofbrau beer, authentic German food, live music, free kids activities, and more! Friday, Sept. 6 6:00 p.m. - Fest opens! Keg tap at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor William D. McLeod and Trustees. German food, music and bier all night! 8:30 p.m. - Men's "Best Legs" Competition...

St. Cletus parish and school is hosting our fall fest! It will include games, rides, music, and food. More details to come.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Celebrate your grandparents by inviting them to play BINGO at GPLD! Do you love BINGO? So do we! Join us for an hour of fun! All materials will be provided, and prizes will be available while supplies last.

Bolingbrook’s 59th annual Pathways Parade will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024. No Rain Date. Step Off is at 2:00pm. PathFest from 2pm - 6pm, Behind Town Center We will have Kids Games, Inflatables, Petting Zoo, Climbing Wall, and Trackless Train. Don't miss our Cornhole Tournament with a $100 Gift Card to the winning...

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...

All are welcome to celebrate Grandparents' Day with Aurora's nonprofit senior service providers! Enjoy a snack, craft, and receive a complimentary digital family photo from Dr. Jean Hess. Join us for an intergenerational afternoon as we celebrate Grandparents Day with Auroras nonprofit senior service providers! Enjoy crafts, activities, and more while learning about local opportunities...

Enjoy a free concert in the park with the Batavia Community Band on September 8 and October 5 from 3-4 p.m. at the Peg Bond Center.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

The Farmers Market is located on Chicago ave by Burlington Park with an assortment of vendors onsite. Come and grab your weekly fruits and veggies or have lunch in the park from any one of our local favorite food vendors.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Families with Children. Registration is required. Practice your Spanish and English with fun, playful activities and stories!

Enjoy a quieter, slower-paced storytime geared towards children with sensory issues who may be overwhelmed in a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be designed for children with sensory sensitivities. Ages 3-7 with an adult caregiver. Limit 10 child/caregiver pairs.

Learn how to play some of Bluey's favorite games! We'll also make crafts and complete activities based on the show.

Grades 3-5 Make a sea turtle using a paper lantern.

Calling all grandparents, parents, and grandchildren! Come spend an evening connecting with family as we celebrate Grandparents Day in this multigenerational event. Activities include crafts, games, and interactive fun with DJ Wade.

Cruise on down meet up with old friends, make new friends, talk cars and kick tires. Themed music and food available.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

Enjoy the classics of modern cinema on the magnificent two-story screen at Paramount Theatre…for the incredibly low price of just $1 per ticket! Buy tickets at the door. Cash only ($20 bills or less). Concessions available for purchase. Credit/debit cards accepted at concessions. Movies and showtimes are subject to change. Please check back here for...

Every Tuesday this summer—rain or shine—you can shop at the SOAR Farmers Market on the MCA Plaza. Many of our beloved vendors will be back at the colorful open-air market offering their fresh fruits and vegetables, cut and potted flowers, baked goods, cheeses, spices, and more. This year, the MCA Counter will be participating along...

We are bringing the magic of the DuPage Children’s Museum into the library. Come play with fun exhibits provided by the museum to spark curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration through these hands-on experiences. We will have Life Size Kerplunk, Pin Screens, Giant Tinkertoys and more! Sponsored by the Crites Family.

Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages and their grownups. Tuesdays: Lake Foxcroft Park Wednesdays: Babcock Grove Park

Join us Tuesday evenings from May 21st to October 1! Get your farm fresh goods, enjoy local vendors and live entertainment, and gather with your community at Farmers Market!     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

The Naper Settlement Farmers Market offers an assortment of goods from mission-based, fair-trade, and local vendors, from coffee to candles, plus fresh produce, pottery, florals, and more on the picturesque grounds of Naper Settlement on Tuesdays from 3-7 PM (June 25-September 7). While you stroll through the museum’s Village Green, you’ll hear acoustic music performances...

We are bringing the magic of the DuPage Children’s Museum into the library. Come play with fun exhibits provided by the museum to spark curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration through these hands-on experiences. We will have Life Size Kerplunk, Pin Screens, Giant Tinkertoys and more! Sponsored by the Crites Family.

Tuesdays from 4-7pm. June 11th-October 15th 2024.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Snort. Snort. Do you love Peppa Pig and all her friends? Come join us for an oinktastic time as we celebrate all things Peppa Pig! Registration Required. Ages 3-8.

All aboard! Children of all ages with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities are invited to explore sensory-friendly stations and enjoy storytime with their friends and family.

Enjoy this fun storytime in Polish. Recommended age: 3-7 years

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 from 7am to 1pm from June to October in the York & Vallette Business District. Follow the Elmhurst Farmers Market on Facebook for regular updates...

New for 2024, enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October. Advance online registration is required. The normal $5 parking fee applies for guests not registered.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

The Scouts are sponsoring a 30-minute tribute to remember the men, women, and especially first responders, who lost their lives on this day 23 years ago. The public is invited to attend.

Bring your little one for open nature play time!

Wednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Bring your little one for open nature play time and help your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art, and exploration.

Sing, clap, dance, and spin along with award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Drop in. Meeting Room.

Come out to your favorite neighborhood parks for songs, rhymes and stories. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and bug spray! For kids of all ages and their grownups. Tuesdays: Lake Foxcroft Park Wednesdays: Babcock Grove Park

The Farmers Market will return June 5 - October 9, Wednesdays from 2:30 - 7 p.m. at Centennial Plaza near the Historic Water Tower, located at 10 Pine Avenue.     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Local farmers market with a variety of stands.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...

Get ready for a Kahoot! of a good time – with themed trivia the whole family can enjoy! Snacks will be provided. Prizes offered for 3 rounds of trivia!

The Children’s Community Closet of La Grange Park will be giving away gently used Halloween costumes and accessories. First come first served. 500 E 31st Street, in St. Michael’s Lutheran Church.

Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

The Village of Glendale Heights remembers Patriot Day on its anniversary every year with a silent parade of police vehicles, first responders and a candlelight service. Please join the Mayor, the Village Board of Trustees, our Police and Fire personnel, neighbors and friends for a moment of silence and reflection on Patriot Day, September 11...

Our award-winning outdoor market is open from 7am to 1pm on Thursdays from May through October. Local farmers and artisans provide a selection of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, confections, plants and more. Come enjoy the bountiful harvest from Midwest growers! Convenient free parking is located nearby.   For information on more events like this,...

The 2024 Clarendon Hills Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market runs for approximately 23 weeks, Every Thursday, 7am-1pm. First Market date is May 16, 2024 and the last Market date is in October 2024. Downtown Clarendon Hills is home to restaurants and retail, but no groceries. The Chamber’s weekly Farmers Market strives to fill that void...

Join us at the La Grange Farmers Market on select Thursdays for outdoor storytime. Bring a blanket and enjoy listening to our favorite books and songs. Look for us on the front lawn of Village Hall.

Come visit us select Thursday mornings at the Clarendon Hills Farmer’s Market! Grab a treat at the market, bring a blanket to sit on, and listen to some fun stories, songs and rhymes.

Celebrate your Grandparent with cupcakes! Bring your Grandparent and together we will learn to decorate fall themed cupcakes to take home and share. Please sign up for one session and include everyone in your party in your registration. Registration for this event opens on Monday, August 19th. Sessions from 1:30-2:30pm or 5:30-6:30pm.

Featuring local vendors selling produce, handmade goods, kids activities, live music and much more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

St. Charles Jazz Weekend is a four-day event that showcases and promotes live jazz music at different St. Charles establishments. An array of St. Charles venues will take part in this year’s event featuring numerous jazz soloists, quintets, and big bands. Patrons can enjoy jazz music starting mid-day through the evening, with the opportunity to...

Celebrate the upcoming movie premiere of The Wild Robot, based on the novel by Peter Brown, with various activities including robotics and survival.

Downtown Summer Sounds is a free outdoor concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7PM at Fountain Square, from July 11 to September 26. For nine of the twelve weeks, Downtown Evanston is collaborating with a different local nonprofit (see below) to select the band, activate the Fountain Square plaza, and help us to ensure that...

Join us September 12- 22, 2024 for the Twelfth Annual Glendale Heights Oktoberfest® which will be held at Camera Park in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Experience live entertainment daily including strolling German “Oompah” entertainers under our tent in what Backyard Oktoberfest refers to as “…one of the most authentic around”. We have a great selection of...

Get together with other Pokémon fans to "show and tell" your cards with each other and do a Pokémon-themed craft or activity. Best for families with children ages 5 and older. Please note: You may bring your Pokémon cards to show, but we won't be trading cards during the program. Feel free to exchange contact...

Enjoy musical concerts and performances spanning a variety of musical genres featuring both local and national talent. Performances are hosted on various weekends from 6-9:30P, June through September. June 6: Wheaton Municipal Band June 13: Wheaton Municipal Band June 20: Wheaton Municipal Band June 21: The Ides of March featuring Jim Peterik with Mulberry Street*...

Join us as we close out summer with an epic circle block party featuring music by 7th Heaven. Turning Point Dance Studio will perform, kids activities, food, drinks and live music from 7-9pm and more!

Spend quality time with your family and enjoy live performances and smores around a campfire. Smores available while supplies last. Bring your own chairs or blankets and some snacks. Washrooms available at the concession stand at Springfield Park. The program is free.

At the Schaumburg Farmers Market, you’ll find locally grown fruits and vegetables, certified organic produce, microgreens, meats, flowers, plants, gourmet cheeses, and dog treats sold by the vendors that produce them. The market also features decadent pastries, baked goods, meat pies, natural juices, olives and olive oil, pierogies, empanadas, and knife sharpening services. This family...

The Outdoor St. Charles Farmers Market runs June-October Fridays 8-1.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

Bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy a movie on our giant screen! Closed Captioning is provided. Monsters University is rated G. Showings at 10:30am - 12:15pm and 1:00pm - 2:45pm.

Explore, discover, and imagine with our new educational play stations. We rotate our toys every week to ensure our future veterinarians, doctors, chefs, and store clerks never get bored! Drop in anytime between 11-4:30 for this self-guided, free-play day. Recommended age: 3 years and older

St. Charles Jazz Weekend is a four-day event that showcases and promotes live jazz music at different St. Charles establishments. An array of St. Charles venues will take part in this year’s event featuring numerous jazz soloists, quintets, and big bands. Patrons can enjoy jazz music starting mid-day through the evening, with the opportunity to...

Shop a great selection of vendors, listen to live music, enjoy great food and have an awesome time in Downtown Elgin! The Downtown Elgin Market brings 30-45 vendors to Downtown Elgin every Friday. Watch for weekly updates on our Downtown Elgin Market Facebook Page.   For information on more events like this, check out our...

Cuisine at the Crossroads is back to serve up a second helping in 2024! Stay tuned for more details!

Celebrate the changing seasons at Oaktoberfest in Downtown Oak Park. Enjoy a premier music line up, delicious fall foods from local restaurants, specialty craft beers, and a Kids Root Beer Garden.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.  

Grades K-5. Learn about Deaf culture and American Sign Language and create crafts with presenters from Chicago Hearing Society. R September is Deaf Awareness Month. We are inviting friends from the Chicago Hearing Society to teach us about the rich culture of Deaf and hard-of-hearing people in America. Learn sign language and enjoy craft making.

Jo's Footwork Studio is delighted to offer our popular Pajama Parties! You must register online at www.josfootworkstudio.com to save your spot. RegistrationsWILL NOT be taken in the office. You may register for all parties now. Watch a Movie Eat Pizza* Make Ice Cream Treats* Wear your favorite PJs! Bring a pillow and/or blanket!

Enjoy our “creative-reuse carnival” with games made from repurposed materials! Win prizes, learn about plants and animals, & more. Ice cream truck on-site. Drop in. All ages.

Kids in grades 1-4, come help us celebrate Roald Dahl books with stories and activities.

The 19th Annual! Roselle Cruise Nights 2024! Every Friday May 31st till Sept. 13th   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

Join us September 12- 22, 2024 for the Twelfth Annual Glendale Heights Oktoberfest® which will be held at Camera Park in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Experience live entertainment daily including strolling German “Oompah” entertainers under our tent in what Backyard Oktoberfest refers to as “…one of the most authentic around”. We have a great selection of...

Welcome foolish mortals to the haunted mansion! Join us on this Friday the 13th eve for the fiendishly good time! We will watch The Muppet Haunted Mansion movie, make a craft, and at the end, there will be goodie bags (1st come, 1st serve basis)! No registration required! Drop-in program!

Get creative with the library's marble run set! Build a unique track and watch the marble race through!

Spend summer evenings in beautiful Kimball Hill Park enjoying live music, food vendors, and community fun! Fridays Rock is brought to you by the City of Rolling Meadows Community Events Foundation and the Rolling Meadows Park District. June 21: Class of '68 and Nerdvana July 19: Judson Brown Band and Radio Gaga September 13: The...

Fall Fest, Des Plaines’ favorite family-friendly festival, is back for the fifteenth year, with food, music, fun, games, and dozens of activities. Lake Park, at 2200 Lee Street, will once again be transformed into a lakefront wonderland where kids of all ages can ride the giant Ferris wheel and climb the rock wall, experience the...

Come out to the 10th Hole Bar & Grill and enjoy music, appetizers, and drinks. Take in the scenery, sit back with friends, and enjoy the summer evenings at Rob Roy Golf Course. There will be live music performed on Fridays from 7–10 pm. • May 31: Steven Zane • June 21: Johnny Burnett •...

Die Musikmeisters Band performs a lively evening of traditional German instrumental and vocal songs! Their diverse repertoire includes German polkas, waltzes, folk music, and lots of audience participation. Register. Meeting Room.

The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 is proud to present Oktoberfest. The Education Foundation of Downer Grove District 58 is a Non-For-Profit donates 100% of the proceeds directly to the District 58 Schools in Downers Grove. Festivities include live music, traditional German cuisine and kid-friendly activities, with all proceeds benefiting District 58 schools....

Join the Chi-Town Skygazers, an enthusiastic group of astronomers, for a celestial experience under the open sky. Equipped with telescopes, Pier Park becomes a meeting point for people of all ages and backgrounds, drawn by the allure of the moon, Saturn, Jupiter, and the Orion Nebula for these free public viewings. Don’t miss this opportunity...

Join us for a summer full of some of the best flicks out there! Grab a blanket, dinner or snacks and join usunder the stars to enjoy action, fun and song! Movies are all free and open to the public – no pre-registrations needed, simply show up and enjoy! As a reminder, all alcoholic beverages,...

On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food to eat, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m....

The Oak Park Farmers’ Market is held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from May 18 through Oct. 26, 2024. The Market is located in the Pilgrim Church parking lot at 460 Lake St., one block west of Ridgeland Avenue.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...

The Palatine Farmers’ Market, operated by the Sister Cities Association of Palatine, opens on May 4.   The Farmers’ Market details are as follows: Every Saturday at the Palatine Train Station Parking Lot (directly east of the Palatine Train Station) May through October 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.   For information on more events like...

The Park Ridge Farmers Market is open Memorial Day weekend through the end of October. Our farmers and vendors sell a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and specialty products - like fresh cut flowers, honey, breads, sauces, meats and more! Rain or shine, we'll be there!   For information on more events like this, check...

Build a farm-to-table meal with a plethora of locally grown food. You’ll also find an array products, performances and events, making this a great destination for the whole family!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.  

The Batavia Farmers' Market is held every Saturday from May 18 through October 26, 2024 from 8:00am to 12:00pm on North River Street between Wilson and Spring Streets. The Market features produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Our vendors must grow, harvest and/or produce at least 75% of market products. NEW THIS...

Brookfield Farmers Market Opening Day is Saturday, June 1st, 2024 at 8 a.m.! Your favorite vendors will be back, and there will be some great new additions. The Farmers Market runs each Saturday June 1st through October 12th from 8am to 1pm in the lot of the Village of Brookfield building. For information on more...

Fresh flowers, artisan foods, music.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

The oldest farmers market in Illinois, the Aurora Farmers Market will be beginning its' 113th season on June 1st, 2024! Every week, our markets feature fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, decadent baked goods and pastry items, a selection of local food trucks and vendors (including Aurora's famous Dick's Mini Donuts), delicious coffee, one-of-a-kind artisan...

This community treasure features fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

We are excited for our upcoming season! Our 2024 season is May 11- October 12 from 8:00am- 12:00pm. Shop locally grown products, cheese, handmade pastries, and much more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.

The Elk Grove Farmers Market operates on Saturdays from June through October and is dedicated to bringing residents and visitors a fresh market with a variety of fruits, vegetables, spices, breads, drinks and much more. The Market is located at the Charles J. Zettek Municipal Complex parking lot (901 Wellington Avenue), adjacent to the Elk...

Buy sorted and inspected, gently used baby-size 16 clothing as well as toys, furniture, equipment and so much more!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Children's Resales and Consignment Stores.

Soar into fun at the Kiwanis Kite Fly! Presented by the Palatine Kiwanis Club, bring the family out for a high-flying adventure. Free kites for the first 200 children, each child must be present to receive their kite. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Kite Flying Festivals and Events.

Join us to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. The Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and mental health conditions have affected our lives and the lives...

Join the Kidlist community for an exclusive sneak peek on Saturday, September 14 at Ultimate Ninjas Academy, Naperville’s newest destination for ninja fun. You are invited to a FREE open play event for your child to see and explore their gym before classes begin! Register by using the buttons below and entering the promo code...

Free admission. Shoppers of all ages welcome. 

This FREE event is perfect for families to play outside, meet with local businesses, and Touch a Truck! Children will have the opportunity to explore police cars, fire trucks, dump trucks, and so much more! Don’t forget to check out the Kid’s Corner for fun games and activities, too! NEW! Join us from 9:30-10:30 am...

For families with kids ages 7 & under with an adult caregiver. Does your child love building or just knocking things down? Children can work on their fine motor skills while building with blocks and bricks of all sizes.

Celebrate National Coloring Day with the Kids Landing staff at GPLD! Join the Kids Landing staff and celebrate National Coloring Day! We will have coloring sheets available for all ages and for those who like to add color to their life.

Learn about Calumet Region’s cultural history. Activities include archaeology displays, a mock archaeology dig, and more.

Let the dogs out at Bark in the Park! We will have an agility course, doggie pool, ball pit, photo booth and dog-friendly goodies while supplies last. This is a FREE, drop-in event, but we ask that all attendees bring a new/unopened item or monetary donation for a local shelter. Items can include toys, treats,...

OUR Fall RESALE WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, September 14, 2024 IN THE HIGH SCHOOL HOVING GYMNASIUM.     For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Children's Resales and Consignment Stores.

This FREE event is for families to play outside, meet with local businesses and Touch-A-Truck. It’s the perfect opportunity for your child to see trucks and other vehicles up close. Children are able to interact with vehicles in all shapes and sizes. This event will be sensory friendly from 10-10:45AM. During this time, there will...

Fire trucks, trucks, police cars, and much more!    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Touch-A-Truck Events.

We invite you to join us at the Glen located on the corner of Butterfield and 53 to shop over 30 local crafters and vendors! While you shop at the Glenbriar Park you can take a stroll along the paved path, test your balance and strength on the challenge course. We will have a live...

Kids can get a glimpse of what it’s like to go on a dinosaur dig in this program presented by an experienced dinosaur fossil hunter! They’ll also have the opportunity to touch a dinosaur bone! The program begins at 10:00 a.m., but folks can visit T-Rex Ranger in the parking lot beforehand, beginning at 9:45am!...

Meet the Mount Prospect Fire Department at their annual Open House! All residents are welcome to enjoy a fun afternoon full of giveaways, games and treats! Special activities include a kid’s fire pole, a kid’s combat challenge, an emergency management display, fire safety and preparedness programs, and special team demonstrations. Admission is free.   For...

The Elgin Community College Center for Emergency Services is hosting a community open house and touch-a-truck event on Saturday, September 14, at 815 E. Plank Rd., in Burlington, Ill. This family-friendly event is perfect for anyone interested in ECC’s public safety programs or for those with curious kids. Explore a range of unique emergency-response equipment, including: Sitting...

Deer Park Art Show fills the streets of Deer Park Town Center with thousands of original works of art from 75 artists September 14-15. There’s something for everyone-live painting classes, the Kid Zone art projects, face painting, live music, refreshing lemonade, delicious snacks, selfie stations and much more. Come get your art al fresco while...

Calling all history buffs and adventure seekers! The Des Plaines Valley comes alive this September 14th and 15th with the return of the A River Thru History Rendezvous! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey back to a time before Chicago, when trappers, explorers, and pioneers gathered along the banks of the river. What awaits you:...

It's National Coloring Day! Color away the stress of the day. We will supply coloring pages, markers, crayons and colored pencils.

Join us for on the Library Grounds for our 3rd Annual Local Authors' Fair! Local writers for all age groups and genres will be here to meet readers, share their work and experiences, and sell their books. Come find a new favorite and connect with authors and other readers!

Come out and explore the trucks, tractors, heavy equipment, emergency vehicles and more. Bring your camera! Touch-A-Truck puts kids in the driver’s seat! Children can touch, honk, and climb aboard a vast array of specialized vehicles and public safety equipment that are on display.     For information on more events like this, check out...

• PETTING ZOO & PONY RIDES • • CARNIVAL GAMES • • PUMPKIN PAINTING • • PHOTO CUTOUT BOARDS • • CONCESSIONS • For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Get ready for some old-fashioned fun on the farm! Tour the mid-1800s limestone house and the historic red barn, meet some farmyard animals from Millers Petting Zoo(Opens in a new window) and even try your hand at some farmstead chores. See tractors and other antique farm equipment up close and personal and learn how they...

St. Charles Jazz Weekend is a four-day event that showcases and promotes live jazz music at different St. Charles establishments. An array of St. Charles venues will take part in this year’s event featuring numerous jazz soloists, quintets, and big bands. Patrons can enjoy jazz music starting mid-day through the evening, with the opportunity to...

Join us to officially celebrate the Grand Opening of the renovated second floor of the Library! Stop by to enjoy food, crafts, activities and exciting demos in the new Innovation Hub! No registration required.

The ultimate end of summer festival returns to Chicago’s North side with the 22nd Annual Ravenswood Artwalk on Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th. The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) partners with the historic Ravenswood Industrial Corridor for a weekend that showcases the bustling hub of artisans, manufacturers, and brewers unlike anyplace else...

The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 is proud to present Oktoberfest. The Education Foundation of Downer Grove District 58 is a Non-For-Profit donates 100% of the proceeds directly to the District 58 Schools in Downers Grove. Festivities include live music, traditional German cuisine and kid-friendly activities, with all proceeds benefiting District 58 schools....

Join the library for a special live dance performance in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Ballet Folklorico Huehuecoyot, will showcase traditional Mexican folklore dances the whole family is sure to enjoy. Light refreshments will be provided.

We will be hosting a variety of kid-friendly activities in the Museum parking lot. Join us in this celebration to savor the remainder of summer! This is a free event.

Join us Saturday, September 14 from 11am-2pm for our Fall Festival of Fun, it’s our way of saying “Thanks” for being loyal customers of Danada Square West! Enjoy... FREE Popcorn, Frozen Treats & Cotton Candy Carnival fun with unicyclists, jugglers, balloon twisters, glitter tattoos, face painting and more! Games & Prizes DJ All FREE and...

Enjoy food, drinks, games, Jesse White Tumblers, animal ambassadors, free give-a-ways, and much more. Presented by the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Cook County Commissioner Bridget Degnen and others. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/LaBagh24   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Join us for our third annual Dog Daze Event! Pack up your pooch and plan for a day of fun-filled activities for you and them. For the pups, we will have an agility course competition, peanut butter licking contest, and more! For the people, enjoy food trucks, pet vendors, live acoustic music and adult beverages....

Travel back in time to early Elk Grove with music, reenactors, crafts and games.

Join us September 12- 22, 2024 for the Twelfth Annual Glendale Heights Oktoberfest® which will be held at Camera Park in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Experience live entertainment daily including strolling German “Oompah” entertainers under our tent in what Backyard Oktoberfest refers to as “…one of the most authentic around”. We have a great selection of...

Discover what life was like more than 100 years ago at Lisle Depot Days, where you'll be transported back in time as you tour the Depot Museum, Beaubien Tavern, Netzley/Yender House, and a working blacksmith shop. The event is free to the public. All ages welcome. This Free Event Features Historic Demonstrations Historic Games Blacksmithing...

Celebrate the changing seasons at Oaktoberfest in Downtown Oak Park. Enjoy a premier music line up, delicious fall foods from local restaurants, specialty craft beers, and a Kids Root Beer Garden.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.  

Fall Fest, Des Plaines’ favorite family-friendly festival, is back for the fifteenth year, with food, music, fun, games, and dozens of activities. Lake Park, at 2200 Lee Street, will once again be transformed into a lakefront wonderland where kids of all ages can ride the giant Ferris wheel and climb the rock wall, experience the...

Join us in celebrating the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival on Saturday, September 14th from 1pm - 3pm in Center Park. This community event, presented by and in partnership with Xilin Association and the Huaxing Arts Group, is free and welcome to all ages. Enjoy free giveaways, activities, and performances by: - Yellow River Performing Arts -...

Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action (PLCCA), a nonprofit organization serving low-income residents of Proviso and Leyden townships, including Brookfield, will host its Bridging the Gap Parade 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 14. The parade steps off at 1 p.m. at Broadview Baptist Church, 2100 S. 25th Ave., heading north to Madison Street and then east...

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...

Come view the coolest classic cars around. The Mount Prospect Lions Club is sponsoring Bluesmobile Cruse Nights every Saturday. Each week, there will be a new theme. Admission is free.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.

Test (or improve) your teamwork skills by navigating a series of high-energy, family-friendly game stations. You can expect to challenge your speed, creativity, balance, problem solving skills, communication and more! Registration is required for everyone in your group.

Join Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies Saturday, September 14th from 3pm-5pm for our Grand Opening! Come for a fun, FREE afternoon of touch-a-truck, crafts, a scavenger hunt and prizes. Meet our team of therapists, tour our facilities, learn more about our pediatric therapy services and let your little ones play. We have two beautiful state-of-the-art gyms complete...

Anglers, you’re not dreaming. We are keeping the gates open until dark for nighttime fishing! Fish often become more active at night when the water cools and the moon is full. Let the kids stay up late and bring the family to enjoy fishing under the stars.

Join us for another Yappy Hour at Bridges Beer Garden! FREE & Open to the Public | Bring your family & friends! Benefitting: Soul Harbour Ranch Our mission is to enrich lives by promoting the unconditional love and healing of the Human-Animal Bond while advocating for Animal Therapy Standards of Excellence Experience therapy dogs, mini...

The Naperville Sister Cities Foundation is a nonprofit committed to connecting Naperville and its citizens to the world. The Sister City Program was initiated on a global scale in 1956 as a creative force for international cooperation and goodwill through community action. Naperville’s participation in the program started in 1993 as the Naperville Sister Cities...

Two locations in downtown Clarendon Hills, Burlington Plaza on North Prospect and Sloan Triangle on South Prospect. Live music with 2 bands. Food and drinks.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Fall Festivals and Oktoberfests.

Rescheduled Family Golf Night! Putt, Chip & Range Competition: Fun golf games with range targets for kids. Prizes for contest winners! $10 per child - parents are FREE! Free hotdog or burger with water bottles for kids. DJ Music with Grill & Drinks Available.

Enjoy musical concerts and performances spanning a variety of musical genres featuring both local and national talent. Performances are hosted on various weekends from 6-9:30P, June through September. June 6: Wheaton Municipal Band June 13: Wheaton Municipal Band June 20: Wheaton Municipal Band June 21: The Ides of March featuring Jim Peterik with Mulberry Street*...

Come out and bring your best skating skills and routines, or just roll along to the music. Grove 15.

Join the Chi-Town Skygazers, an enthusiastic group of astronomers, for a celestial experience under the open sky. Equipped with telescopes, Pier Park becomes a meeting point for people of all ages and backgrounds, drawn by the allure of the moon, Saturn, Jupiter, and the Orion Nebula for these free public viewings. Don’t miss this opportunity...