• Family Fall Fest

    Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Pl, Rosemont, Illinois

    Enjoy free activities including bounce houses, face painting, a petting zoo, balloon sculptors, pumpkin painting and and musical performances from Jeanie B & The Jelly Beans! Parking for “Family Fall Fest” is available at the Parkway Bank Park parking garage and is free with validation from any of the park’s venues. For more information, visit ParkwayBankPark.com.

    Free
  • Naperville’s Oktoberfest

    Naper Settlement 523 S Webster St, Naperville, IL, United States

    Enjoy a traditional German festival with professional pumpkin carving, lawn games, live music and food!

    $20
  • Lincoln Square Apple Fest

    Lincoln Square 4700 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

    Enjoy apple-themed foods, live entertainment, an an array of children's activities including Wiggleworms, Musicians, Jugglers, Sing-a-longs, and so much more!  Your kids are going to have a blast!  

    $5
  • Music in Monument Taylor Swift

    Monument Park 6679 N Avondale Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, Chicago, United States

    Grab a picnic blanket, some food, and some friendship bracelets for this Taylor Swift Cover Band in Monument Park! Special thanks to Dr. Acierno Family Dentistry for sponsoring this amazing experience and helping make the wildest dreams of Swifties come true! Acierno Family Dentistry Edison Park Chamber of Commerce Edison Park Business Association

    FREE
  • Lollapalooza

    Grant Park 337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Chicago's biggest music festival, and it's great for teens. Children 8 years-old and younger will be admitted free of charge with a ticket-holding adult. Limit 2 children per ticketed adult. There's an area called "Kidzapalooza" with kids bands, activities and crafts!

    $125
  • Fiesta Del Sol

    Pilsen Ashland Ave. & W. 18th St., Chicago, IL, United States

    "Fiesta Del Sol is a free four-day family friendly Latino festival, located in the heart of one of Chicago’s most attractive communities – Pilsen. This event spans an eight-block space down Cermak Road and can be seen from miles around because of the carnival’s Ferris Wheel and the bright lights of over 100 booths showcasing...

    Free
  • Jeff Fest

    Jefferson Park 4822 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    A street festival in Jefferson Park with food, music, fun and more! Beyond music and food, the Kids’ Zone area on the north side of the park features a ton of cool activities for families. It’s also where one will find the fest’s groovin’ “Community Stage.”

    Free
  • Destination Asia Festival

    Morton Arboretum 4100 IL-53, Lisle, IL, United States

    Explore the diverse cultures of Asia through music, dance, food, and more. Join in throughout the weekend for a fun-filled experience that will transport you across the globe.  

    Included in Admission
  • Wilmette Art Fair

    Downtown Wilmette Wilmette & Central Avenues, Wilmette, IL, United States

    "In addition to the extraordinary artwork, festival-goers will enjoy live music, fun art activities for kids and great food at the Wilmette Art Fair. Nestled amongst many upscale retail shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants, the festival completes a day of shopping and browsing in the charming Village of Wilmette.  Admire the creativity of 100 original...

    Free
  • LatiNxt Music Festival

    Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    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 Garden, and Wave Wall with an array of artisan vendors. The LatiNxt Festival is curated by Future Rootz, a collective of Latinx musicians, artists,...

    Free
  • Bud Billiken Parade

    Bronzeville heads south down King Drive and ends at Garfield Blvd./Elsworth Dr. & 55th St, Chicago, IL, United States

    This historic parade is the second largest parade in the United States, and the largest black parade in the world.  It's an important celebration of music, food, dance and laughter in the African American community. It marks the beginning of the school year, and over $25,000 in scholarships is awarded to applicants, and 100,000 school...

    Free
  • Printers Row Art Fest

    Printers Row 637 S. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, United States

    "90 juried artists from near and far! While strolling the show you’ll see incredible art from painters, street artists, jewelers, up-cycling artists, photographers, woodworkers, sculptors and more – at all price points! There’ll be lots of live music and local restaurants, cafes and bars will offer a multitude of eating and drinking options. The gorgeous...

    Free
  • Burr Ridge Art Fair

    Village Center 701 Village Center Dr, Burr Ridge, IL, United States

    "The Burr Ridge Art Fair takes place at Village Center, a beautiful upscale lifestyle venue combining high-end living with stores and restaurants. Juried artists from around the country will be showcasing their work at all price points and mediums including paintings, flat arts, jewelry, furniture, ceramics, wearables, fashion, accessories, 3D art pieces, sculptures and more....

    Free
  • Wiggleworms/Movie at Gallagher Way

    Gallagher Way 3635 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Chicago's famous Wiggleworms from the Old Town School of Folk Music are back with free performances at Gallagher Way.  There will be music, movement, bubbles, and plenty of fun for kids and parents! Each week will feature different performers and a different kids' movie will play after the performance. Artist: Shanta Nurullah & Zahra Baker...

    Free
  • Rockin’ in the Park

    Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Pl, Rosemont, Illinois

    Ticket to the Moon, an ELO cover band, is performing Musical fireworks tonight after the show. All “Rockin’ in the Park” concerts will run from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Admission to “Rockin’ in the Park” is free. Outside food and coolers are prohibited. Parking is available at the Parkway Bank Park parking garage and...

    Free
  • Highwood Garlic Fest

    Everts Park 111 North Ave, Highwood, IL, United States

    "Held in conjunction with Highwood’s Evening Gourmet Market, this foodie fest showcases a plethora of dishes with the ever-popular taste (and scent) of garlic, with a garlic trivia contest, garlic tattoos and hennas, live music and plenty of family-friendly activities to entertain all evening long.  Not to worry, there will be loads of mints on...

    Free
  • Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest

    Rogers Part Art Festival Grounds 6900 N Glenwood Ave / 1400 W Morse Ave., Chicago

    For over twenty years, The Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest (GAAF) has presented a free, weekend-long arts festival featuring over 100 artist booths, open studios, and live entertainment on outdoor stages.  Attendees view and purchase handmade artworks directly from the creators.  The Fest brings free live music, performances and art demonstrations — along with street food and craft beer from local...

    Free
  • Naper Nights

    Naper Settlement 523 S Webster St, Naperville, IL, United States

    Eat, drink, dance, and hear the best tribute bands perform your favorite hits of different genres! Adults $20, Kids 4-12: $15 August 15 Widespread Panic, Grateful Dead, & Phish Tribute Bears Gone Phishin' | 8-10 PM String Cheese Incident Tribute Cream Cheese Accident | 6-7:30 PM August 16 Wilco Tribute Wilclone | 8-10 PM Great...

    $4 – $15
  • Evanston Art and Big Fork Fest

    Downtown Evanston 800 Church Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    130 juried artists from around the country will show and sell their art including paintings, jewelry, mixed media, photography, sculpture, ceramics, one-of-a-kind furniture, home accessories and more! Live music on three stages, great food, drinks, and tasty treats from local restaurants, and a variety of kids’ activities, create a fun and festive family-friendly event. Artist...

    Free
  • Roaring Nights: Better Than Ezra & Tonic

    Brookfield Zoo 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield, IL, United States

    Join us for an unforgettable nights of music, fun, and celebration as Brookfield Zoo Chicago marks its 90th anniversary with Roaring Nights. Set against the backdrop of the Zoo's landscapes and diverse wildlife Better Than Ezra & Tonic — Saturday, August 16  6:00 to 9:30 p.m. General Admission: $70 Members: $60 (save $10 off General Admission)...

    $45