The Western Springs Business Association (WSBA) is excited to announce that you can buy discounted wristbands for their signature event, Gathering on the Green, this summer! Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon and evening of food, beverages, live music, entertainment, and activities for kids on the Tower Green.
You won’t want to miss this Western Springs summer festival!
Meet friends and neighbors at the iconic Western Springs Water Tower on Friday, June 26, 2026 from 4:00 to 10pm! Keep reading for all the details, including how to get a discount on kids activity wristbands.
This article is sponsored by Western Springs Business Association.
Kids Activities at Gathering on the Green
There will be pony rides, a petting zoo, face painters, balloon artists, laser tag, merry-go-round, spinning berry ride, kiddie adventure zone, axe throwing, triple-play sports zone, and boom blasters. Please note that the kids activities are geared towards children 2-8 years old and will be from 4-8/9pm, while the event continues with live music and food until 10pm.
All of the activities and attractions for kids are included in the wristband price of $20 per child. All children participating in the kids activities will need a wristband. You can buy discounted wristbands in advance for the price of $15 per child until Tuesday, June 23 at 5pm! Not only do you receive a discounted price, you can avoid the wristband line at the festival.
Then pick up your advance sale wristbands at Colonial Barber Shoppe in Western Springs at your convenience on Wednesday or Thursday between 10am-5pm the week of the event. If you are not able to pick up your tickets during that time, stop by the volunteer and wristband sales tent the day of the event and they will be set aside for you there.
Local Food and Businesses
Come hungry because there are going to be so many food choices this year! Local food and restaurant vendors include:
- Brats and hot dogs grilled by the Western Springs Fire Department
- Pulled pork sandwiches, brisket sandwiches, mac ’n cheese, smoked chicken sandwiches, and street corn from Beach Avenue BBQ
- Corndogs, hotdogs, cheese and chilli dogs, tater tots, fried mac and cheese, chicken nuggets, cheese curds, pickle on a stick, and nachos from Frosty Dog
- Tacos, burritos, and quesadillas from Taqueria Mi Taquito
- Kettle corn, flavored popcorn, and cotton candy from Kernel Dan’s Kettle Corn
- Chill’s Italian Ice
Your family can enjoy a taste of Western Springs and beyond while relaxing at one of the picnic tables, conveniently located between the kids activities and food vendors. Enjoy beer, wine, and hard selzer at the beer garden. All food will be sold for cash; alcohol will be available for purchase with tickets.
You can also stop by the tables of various member businesses and organizations for giveaways and to connect with others in the community.
Entertainment Schedule
Enjoy live entertainment for both kids and adults! Here is the full schedule:
4:00 – 4:30pm – Trinity Irish Dancers
4:45 – 5:20pm – School of Rock
5:30 – 6:30pm – Gill Brand Band
6:45 – 7:45pm – Saturday June Band
8:00 – 10:00pm – Yankee Cowboy
Thank you to the headline sponsors, Heartland Bank and Celes Dental Studio for supporting Gathering on the Green!
About the Western Springs Business Association
The mission of the WSBA is to promote and grow member businesses through community and collaboration. In addition to providing annual networking and educational events for members, WSBA is a non-profit which sponsors several community events throughout the year. For further information visit westernspringsbusiness.com or email at whizba@westernspringsbusiness.com.
