One of Chicago's greatest music festivals! Pitchfork Music Festival will take place July 21-23, 2023 at Chicago’s Union Park. Gates will open each day at 12pm. Gate times are subject to change. Main gates for the festival are on Ashland, south of Lake Street, and Washington Blvd./Ogden Ave. You will need a valid photo ID and a digital...
"Enjoy everything summer evenings are supposed to be at Historic Wagner Farm. Come out to the farm from 5-8 p.m. on special Fridays in June, July and August to enjoy extended hours at the Heritage Center and Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Parlor. Bring a picnic and enjoy entertainment from community performers, tour the farmhouse...
This July, Brookfield Zoo will host our summer concert series, Concerts for Conservation! Enjoy four incredible evenings of live music while relaxing in our beautiful park surrounded by wildlife and nature. Get ready to bring your appetites, blankets, lawn chairs, family, and friends! -From the Brookfield Zoo website
Photo Credit: Forsaken Fotos. Thomas the Train is coming back to the Illinois Railway Museum! The day includes: 20-minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™ 20-minute train ride with Percy (additional ticket required) Meet Sir Topham Hatt™ Magic Shows Garden model railroad display The Pied Piper of Percussion Thomas & Friends™ Storytelling and Video...
The festival, which covers Glencoe’s downtown, features more than 90 juried artists showing and selling paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass, jewelry and more! Family-friendly (and dog-friendly, too!), there are activities just for kids and live artist demonstrations, as well as non-stop live music along with restaurants and cafes on the festival route offering delicious meals and...
Navy Pier's live outdoor music series is returning this summer in the Bier Garden! Enjoy some rides on the pier, some live music, delicious food, and some fireworks on Saturday nights! Saturday, July 22 2:00PM-4:30PM Missippi Heat 5:30PM-8:00PM Second Hand News 9:00PM-11:10PM Dr. Bombay
Camp amongst the animals at the Lincoln Park Zoo! Enjoy the outdoors, the animals, animal activity stations, and a campfire with s’mores. There is an evening-only option for people who want to participate in the activities but prefer not to camp! Evening-only tickets are $50, overnight tickets are $75, and there are discounts for zoo...
This July, Brookfield Zoo will host our summer concert series, Concerts for Conservation! Enjoy four incredible evenings of live music while relaxing in our beautiful park surrounded by wildlife and nature. Get ready to bring your appetites, blankets, lawn chairs, family, and friends! -From the Brookfield Zoo website
Photo Credit: Forsaken Fotos. Thomas the Train is coming back to the Illinois Railway Museum! The day includes: 20-minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™ 20-minute train ride with Percy (additional ticket required) Meet Sir Topham Hatt™ Magic Shows Garden model railroad display The Pied Piper of Percussion Thomas & Friends™ Storytelling and Video...
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 delicious food. Sunday, July 23 2:00PM-4:30PM Mafia Tropical x Gio Chamba 4:30PM-7:00PM DJ Papa G 5:30PM-8:00PM Lester Rey x Reyna Tropical
Head to the Museum of Science and Industry for a storytime reading of Adventures with Abuela: Let's go to the Museum of Science and Industry. After story time, the group will go on a short tour of the Transportation Gallery and have a chance to meet the author of Adventures with Abuela, Virginia Martinez. Designed for...
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: Julie Helenius & Mars Caulton...
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.
Grab a seat in the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park or lay a blanket on the lawn. Bring a picnic basket and enjoy a movie in one of Chicago's best parks. Food and drinks are available for purchase, but guests may also bring their own. Gates open at 5 Tonight's Film: Black Panther: Wakanda...
"Celebrating its 94th year, the Lake County Fair offers excitement for the whole herd. From Ferris wheels to funnel cakes, there’s something for everyone at the Lake County Fair. Enjoy motocross, monster trucks, demolition derby, pig races, livestock competitions, and more. All grandstand and arena events are free with admission!"- From the Lake Country Fair...
Sports cards are making a comeback, and the National Sports Card Convention will be held in Rosemont! Dappz Sports, who are the most followed brand in the hobby, will be at the event offering kids and families a chance to participate in giveaways featuring coveted items such as cards, autographs and signed memorabilia.
"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...
Shop local small businesses (each of which will have a limited-edition item exclusive to the theme), and enjoy free musical performances, workshops, and interactive art stations. End the evening with the best fireworks show in the city! Wednesday, July 26, 2023 – Chicago in the 90s
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...
"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...