• Cubs Game

    Wrigley Field 1060 W Addison St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Cubs vs. Kansas City Royals Ron Santo Statue Bobblehead Up to the first 10,000 early arriving fans.Presented by Reynolds/Hefty

    $25
  • Live on the Lake

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

    Navy Pier's live outdoor music series is returning this summer in the Bier Garden! Bands will be announced soon. Enjoy some rides on the pier, some live music, and delicious food. Sunday, August 20 2:00PM-4:30PM Almafuerte 4:30PM-7:00PM DJ Papa G 5:30PM-8:00PM The Drastics

    Free
  • Tchaikovsky Spectacular with the CSO at Ravinia

    Ravinia 200 Ravinia Park Rd, Highland Park, IL, United States

    Enjoy a picnic and works by Tchaikovsky at Ravinia. The concert starts at 5:00pm, but kids will have access to the "instrument petting zoo" from 3 until 4:30.

    $17
  • FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry

    Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

    The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online, and the discount is applied at checkout. 

    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. Performers: Karen Banks-Lubicz & Shanta Nurullah...

    Free
  • Old Town School of Folk Music Happy Hour

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

    Enjoy the legendary Old Town School of Folk Music for live music, free dance lessons, and other interactive music experiences. This is a family-friendly event, so kids of all ages are welcome.

    Free
  • FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium

    Shedd Aquarium 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, United States

    The Shedd Aquarium will be FREE for Illinois Residents on select evenings from 5pm-9pm with last entry at 7:00pm. Advanced tickets are required, so make your reservations soon!

    Free
  • Will County Fair

    Peotone 710 S West St, Peotone, IL, United States

    A county fair with lots of family-friendly activities, great food, and more!   Children 9 and Under Free Every Day!

    $5
  • Casting on the Pier

    Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

    "Our team of skilled and friendly volunteers will be outside on the North Pond Casting Pier to teach both spin and fly casting to participants of all ages. As always, participation is on a first come, first serve basis and volunteers always do their best to accommodate everyone depending on demand. Please note, this program is weather permitting. This...

    Included with Museum Entry
  • Free Movie at Gallagher Way

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

    Summer movies are returning at Gallagher Way! The gates open at 6pm, and the movie begins at 7:30pm. Guests may bring in food or carry-out from local restaurants. No outside alcohol is allowed, but beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, candy, popcorn, ice cream and other snacks are for sale in the park. Reserved seating and rentable...

  • FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium

    Shedd Aquarium 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, United States

    The Shedd Aquarium will be FREE for Illinois Residents on select evenings from 5pm-9pm with last entry at 7:00pm. Advanced tickets are required, so make your reservations soon!

    Free
  • Rockin’ in the Park

    Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Pl, Rosemont, Illinois

    "Silver Bullet STL offers a show-stopping 10-piece tribute to the music of Bob Seger. Fronted by lead singer Steve Tinnon, the history of blue-collar America from the 1960s to present day is written through Silver Bullet’s performances. Musical fireworks tonight after the show. All “Rockin’ in the Park” concerts will run from 7 p.m. –...

    Free
  • Police and Fire Night White Sox Game

    Guaranteed Rate Field 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, Chicago, IL, United States

    "To honor their dedication and service, the White Sox have dedicated this night as Police and Fire Night. The White Sox invite you to come out to Guaranteed Rate Field and join together in an effort to continue this tradition, while giving special thanks for the great heroics of these brave men and women who...

    $17
  • Skokie’s Backlot Bash

    Skokie Oakton and Laramie Ave., Skokie, IL, United States

    Live music, a carnival, food, a 5k, bingo, entertainment and more.

    Free
  • Rockin’ in the Park

    Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Pl, Rosemont, Illinois

    "Backed by a renowned rhythm section, Bee Gees Gold recreates the look and sound of the Bee Gees from the 1960s and 1970s. Featuring the detailed vocals of John Acosta as Barry, Daryll Borges as Robin and Jeff Celentano as Maurice, the band performs legendary Bee Gees tracks from early hits such as “Massachusetts” and “I...

    Free
  • The Forge Art Walk

    The Forge Lemont Quarries 1001 Main Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    Live entertainment, interactive art demos, fine art displays, classes and shopping opportunities! Be inspired not only by the art but by the incredible views found only at reclaimed landscape of America’s largest adventure park.

    Free
  • Bucktown Arts Fest

    Holstein Park 2200 N Oakley Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    An art festival in one of Chicago's most popular neighborhoods. Visit the Kids' Tent at Holstein Park for art projects for kids!

    Free
  • World African Painted Dog Day

    Lincoln Park Zoo 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

    Head to the Lincoln Park Zoo for educational chats, animal enrichment, and special activities!

    Free
  • Glen Ellyn Festival of the Arts

    Downtown Glen Ellyn North Maine Street and Duane Street, Glen Ellyn, IL, United States

    Enjoy this outdoor lakeside fine arts festival with more than 50 booths, award winning artists, a fiber fest and space to wander, relax and listen to live folk music.

    Free
  • Port Clinton Arts Festival

    Port Clinton 600 Central Avenue, Highland Park, IL, United States

    260 of the country’s most celebrated artists will showcase painting, jewelry, sculpture, photographs, fashion wearables, furniture and more. The downtown streets are closed to traffic during the festival, so attendees can appreciate the city’s architecture and landscaping by foot in a relaxed fashion. Festival-goers with strollers and wheelchairs can enjoy an accessible festival with easy...

    Free