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Event SeriesSt. Cletus Fall Fest
St. Cletus Fall Fest
St. Cletus Parish600 W. 55th Street, La GrangeSt. 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,...
Event SeriesNaperville Farmers Market
Naperville Farmers Market
5th Avenue Station Parking Lot200 E. 5th Ave, NapervilleBuild 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! ...
Free
Event SeriesDowners Grove Farmers Market
Downers Grove Farmers Market
Downtown Downers Grove933A Curtiss Street, Downers GroveOn 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...
Free
Event SeriesOak Park Farmers Market
Oak Park Farmers Market
Pilgrim Church Parking Lot460 Lake Street, Oak ParkThe 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...
Free
Event SeriesPalatine Farmers’ Market
Palatine Farmers’ Market
Palatine Train Station137 W Wood Street, PalatineThe 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...
Free
Event SeriesPark Ridge Farmers Market
Park Ridge Farmers Market
Downtown Park Ridge15 Prairie Avenue, Park RidgeThe 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 -...
Free
Event SeriesBatavia Farmers Market
Batavia Farmers Market
Downtown BataviaThe 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...
Free
Event SeriesAurora Farmers Market
Aurora Farmers Market
Water Street Mall13 Water St, AuroraThe 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...
Free
Event SeriesArlington Heights Farmers Market
Arlington Heights Farmers Market
Downtown Arlington HeightsN Vail Ave and W Fremont St, Arlington HeightsWe 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...
Free
Event SeriesLisle French Market
Lisle French Market
Downtown LisleILThis 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.
Free
Event SeriesBrookfield Farmers Market
Brookfield Farmers Market
Brookfield Village Hall8820 Brookfield Avenue, BrookfieldBrookfield 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...
Free
Event SeriesElk Grove Farmers Market
Elk Grove Farmers Market
Charles J. Zettek Municipal Complex901 Wellington Avenue, Elk Grove VillageThe 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,...
Free
Event SeriesWheaton French Market
Wheaton French Market
Downtown WheatonSouth Main Street & West Liberty Drive, WheatonFresh flowers, artisan foods, music. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Farmer’s Markets.
Free
Oswego Area Moms and More Resale
Old Post Elementary School100 Old Post Road, OswegoSave the date! Fall Children's Resale is scheduled for Saturday September 7th. We'll be back at Old Post Elementary School. Looking forward to seeing you there! For information on...
Fishing Derby
Surrey Park95 Surrey Drive, Glen EllynKids ages 3-12 years old are invited to join the Kiwanis Club of Streamwood for the annual fishing derby. For information on more events like this, check out our...
Touch A Truck
Berens Park (Elmhurst)493 North Oaklawn Avenue, ElmhurstClimb and explore a variety of vehicles at Touch a Truck in Berens Park. Free admission. Visit 9 am-Noon. The first hour will be a quiet hour designed for kids...
Free
Event SeriesHome Depot Workshop
Home Depot Workshop
Home Depot (check your local store)Home Depot kids workshops are back! Stop by your local shop on the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am - 12:00pm. August 3 - Whiteboard September 7 - Field...
Free
1st Saturday Family Craft
Bartlett Depot Museum100 W Railroad Avenue, BartlettFamilies are invited to join in the fun as the Bartlett Depot Museum hosts its First Saturday Free Children’s Craft. On September 7, kiddos will be coloring a fabric drawstring...
Free
Community Fall Garage Sale
Seascape Family Aquatic Center1300 Moon Lake Boulevard, Hoffman EstatesJoin us for our annual Community Wide Garage Sale this fall!! It’s the perfect time to discover treasures and connect with neighbors. Free to shop!
Free
Event SeriesAurora Art League Member’s Show
Aurora Art League Member’s Show
Santori Library (Aurora)101 S. River Street, AuroraCome explore the 66th Annual Aurora Art League Member's Show! Check out the year's best of the best. Approximately 40 artists will be participating in this show, bringing a total...
Free
Event SeriesGo Nuts for Donuts Storytime
Go Nuts for Donuts Storytime
Helen Plum Library411 South Main Street, LombardDrop-in storytime for families with children of all ages. Start your weekend with a real treat! Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes with donuts for the kids. 30 children’s name tags...
Free
Super Saturday Jam with ChangoSnakeDog and Friends
Mount Prospect Public Library10 S. Emerson, Mount ProspectCelebrate friendship, love, and care for our Earth in this unique multicultural show featuring live music and puppets. Best for children ages 2-10 with an adult. Meet puppet friends —...
Free
Cookies and Crayons
Lisle Public Library777 Front Street, LisleCome have a snack and make some fabulous art on Saturday morning. Completed works of art will be displayed in the Youth Services Department for everyone to admire, with artist...
Free
Bluey Bash
Glen Ellyn Public Library400 Duane Street, Glen EllynWear your Bluey gear and drop-in for activities and games celebrating Bluey, Bingo, Mum, and Dad! For 5th grade and younger with grownups.
Free
Big Truck Show
James O. Breen Community ParkCampton Hills & Peck Rds, St. CharlesA rare chance to view the inner workings of vehicles that are usually only viewed from a distance. Emergency vehicles, a garbage truck, tractor, dump truck, and more may be...
Free
Event SeriesSuper Sensational Saturdays
Super Sensational Saturdays
Lufkin Park (Villa Park)1000 Ardmore Avenue, Villa ParkBring your blankets, lawn chairs, and the whole family for fun-filled Saturday mornings. Enjoy great family entertainment, bubbles & dancing in the street, crafts, and face painting will make for...
Free
Touch A Truck
North Riverside Park Mall7501 W Cermak Rd, North RiversideNorth Riverside Park Mall presents an event, free for the community to attend, featuring a variety of vehicles from businesses and services. In addition, we showcase a DJ, games, and...
Free
Pistons for the Parks Auto Show
James O. Breen Community ParkCampton Hills & Peck Rds, St. CharlesFundraiser for enhancements to St. Charles parks. All vehicles welcome: vintage vehicles, antique autos, muscle cars, low riders, grand tourers, hot rods, roadsters, classics & more. Awards presented for Owner's...
Free
Outreach Open House
The Promenade Bolingbrook631 E Boughton Road, BolingbrookJoin us on the Bookmobile to learn what Outreach has to offer, such as Home Delivery, resources for teachers, Memory Care Kits and more! Enjoy refreshments and fun activities for...
Free
Prairie Fest
Wolf Road Prairie2901 Park Avenue, WestchesterAn Old-Fashioned Prairie Fest on Saturday, September 7th from 10am - 4pm. 11225 Constitution Drive in Westchester, at the North end of Wolf Road Prairie. Rain date: Saturday, September 14th....
Free
Revolutionary War Weekend
Cantigny Park1S151 Winfield Road, WheatonJoin Cantigny and The North West Territory Alliance for a two-day Revolutionary War Reenactment. Get a feel for camp life, experience a battle and enjoy the sights and sounds of...
Included in general admission
Event SeriesDowners Grove Fine Arts Festival
Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival
Downtown Downers Grove933A Curtiss Street, Downers GroveThe 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...
Free
Event SeriesArt on the Fox
Art on the Fox
Downtown AlgonquinMain Street and Washington Street, AlgonquinThe 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...
Free
Mighty Con
DuPage County Fairgrounds2015 Manchester Road, WheatonLet’s get back to where it all started with the famous Dupage Comic Con show from Mighty Con! Come find the very best of new local artists mixed with special...
Event SeriesPrinters Row Lit Fest
Printers Row Lit Fest
Printer's Row637 S. Dearborn Avenue, ChicagoPrinters 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...
Free
CommUNITY Diversity Storytime
La Grange Public Library10 W. Cossitt Avenue, La GrangeWe are proud to partner with the CommUNITY Diversity Group to celebrate Diversity Days in La Grange. Children and families are invited to join us for special stories and songs.
Free
Event SeriesBudding Botanists
Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory300 N Central Park Avenue, ChicagoWatch out as you explore the Conservatory – you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids...
Free
Event SeriesMake a Paper Mola
Make a Paper Mola
Various LocationsILCelebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as we read special stories and learn about colorful art styles from Colombia and Panama by making a paper Mola! Ages 4-6 with an adult caregiver....
Free
Event SeriesStar Wars Day
Star Wars Day
+1 moreVarious passive activities will be in Youth Services throughout the day!
Free
Event SeriesThe Navy Pier Lakefront Games
The Navy Pier Lakefront Games
Navy Pier600 E Grand Ave, ChicagoJoin 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...
Free
Event SeriesTaste of Chicago
Taste of Chicago
Various LocationsILEstablished 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...
Free
Septemberfest
Old Town Museum (Bloomingdale)108 S Bloomingdale Rd, BloomingdaleThe annual end-of-the-summer gathering is held the 1st Saturday after Labor Day. The fest is kicked-off with a parade that ends in Old Town Park. In addition to the stage...
Event SeriesGood Old Days Festival
Good Old Days Festival
Downtown WinfieldChurch Street and Beecher Avenue, WinfieldThis 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...
Event SeriesRock the Block Party
Rock the Block Party
Elmhurst City Centre147 North York Street, ElmhurstEnjoy a two day festival full of bands, food, drinks, free family fun zone and so much more! Friday – September 6 4 pm • Cary Kanno 5:15 pm •...
Event SeriesDual Language Storytime
Dual Language Storytime
Various LocationsILExperience rich culture and beautiful languages from around the world during our dual language storytimes! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared to help foster an appreciation for the many...
Free
ARC’s Birthday Party
West Chicago Park District ARC Center201 W National St, West ChicagoCelebrate the ARC Center’s 10th-Year Anniversary with us! Enjoy a themed scavenger hunt, free facility access, raffles, goodie bags, demonstrations, and more. All ages welcome!
Free
Event SeriesPlatzkonzert Germanfest
Platzkonzert Germanfest
Hideaway Brew Garden & Bar5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates2024'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...
Free
Naperville Food Truck Festival
Naper Settlement523 S. Weber Street, NapervilleCalling all Foodies! We're returning to the Naper Settlement in the heart of downtown Naperville, to bring you the 2024 Summer Naperville Food Truck Festival. Featuring 20+ of the area's...
Good Old Days Coin Carnival
Creekside Park (Winfield)0S211 Winfield Road, WinfieldStep right up! Be a winner at the Winfield Park District's Good Old Days Coin Carnival. Try your luck at games of skill and chance to win various special prizes....
$0.25
Franklin Park Ice Arena 50th Anniversary
Franklin Park Ice Arena9711 Waveland Avenue, Franklin ParkJoin us on Saturday, September 7, as we commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Franklin Park Ice Arena! This special event will feature a public skate session from 1:30-3:30 p.m....
$0.50
Event SeriesBluesmobile Cruise Nights
Bluesmobile Cruise Nights
Downtown Mount ProspectNorthwest Highway and Main Street, Mount ProspectCome 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....
Free
JoyFest
Bolingbrook Village Hall375 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookFree food, games, prizes, giveaway raffles, and more!
Free
Glen Ellyn Backyard BBQ
Duane Street Public Parking LotDuane Street and Lorraine Street, Glen Elllyn2024 GEBYBBQ is September 7th - 2:00-9:45pm at the Duane/Lorraine Metra Lot in downtown Glen Ellyn! Lots of space for BBQ and fun. For information on more events like...
Harvest Fest
Spring Rock Park4400 Central Avenue, Western SpringsHarvest Fest is going to be taking place in Spring Rock Park on September 7th from 2:00-10:00 p.m. There will be sport clinics, inflatables, games, balloon artists, face painters, and...
Event SeriesLive on the Lake
Live on the Lake
Navy Pier600 E Grand Ave, ChicagoEnjoy 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...
Free
Event SeriesWhat’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Crabtree Nature Center3 Stover Road, BarringtonJoin us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Free
Fall Fun Fest
Hanover Park Park District Community Center1919 Walnut Avenue, Hanover ParkCrafts & Games, Photo Booth, Local Vendors, Face Painting, Free Hay Rides, Free Bounce house, live music. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
Event SeriesItasca Oktoberfest
Itasca Oktoberfest
Washington Park (Itasca)400 Irving Park Road, ItascaJoin us for German food, drinks, live music & entertainment! Friday, September 6 - 5-10:30 pm Tapping of the first keg with Mayor Pruyn at 5pm -Bratwurst Brothers from 7-10pm...
Movie In The Park
Centennial Recreation Center (Addison)1776 W. Centennial Place, AddisonShowing Elemental. Registration is not required. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a night under the stars. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of...
Free
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