All Day

Frontier Days in Arlington Heights

Recreation Park 500 E. Miner Street, Arlington Heights

There will be a market, live music, carnival rides, family fun, a 4th of July parade, and more!

Free

Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest

Palatine 262 E Palatine Road, Palatine

The festival includes live bands, food vendors, adult beverages (beer, wine and hard seltzers), carnival, business expo and craft fair, Family Day, fireworks and many other family activities.

Free

International Festival of Life

Washington Park 55th Street and Cottage Grove, Chicago

The 31st Anniversary of the African/Caribbean Festival of Life. There will be Jerk, seafood, and vegan food, and lots of musical performers, crafts, etc. Kids 12 and under are free!

$20
Ongoing

Mount Prospect Fourth of July Festival

Melas Park 1500 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect

This 4th of July festival features fireworks, music, carnival rides, and more!

Free

Lincolnshire Art Festival

Village Green Park 1810 Walters Ave, Northbrook

"More than 80 juried artists from around the country display and sell their work including paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics and more! Live music, festival food, and an excellent selection of...

Free

Live on the Lake

Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago

Navy Pier's live outdoor music series is returning this summer in the Bier Garden! Enjoy some rides on the pier, some live music, and some delicious food. 2-4:30PM La Tosca 4:30PM...

Free