• Arctic Sea Ice 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
  • World Music and Food Fest

    The Lot 525 Central Ave, Highland Park, IL, United States

    Celebrate different music and foods of the world in Highland Park.

    Free
  • 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! Enjoy some rides on the pier, some live music, delicious food, and some fireworks on Saturday nights! Saturday, July 15 2:00PM-4:30PM Morry Sochat & The Special 20s 5:30PM-8:00PM John Papa Gros 9:00PM-11:10PM Mike & Joe Sponsored by Tangled Roots Brewing Company.

    Free
  • Jazz Up Glen Ellyn

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

    "This year’s festival focuses on the ‘Chicago Sound’, with a wide selection of styles and sounds associated with our great city. Vocalist Paul Marinaro headlines with his group and artistic director Fareed Haque will pay tribute to the late, great Ramsey Lewis. Gus Freidlander will play a set of King Oliver’s Chicago style traditional jazz...

    Free
  • Concerts for Conservation: Macy Gray

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

    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    

    $45
  • Day Out with Thomas at the Illinois Railway Museum

    Illinois Railway Museum 7000 Olson Rd, Union, United States

    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...

    $23
  • 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! Enjoy some rides on the pier, some live music, and delicious food. Sunday, July 1 2:00PM-4:30PM Flow Tribe 4:30PM-7:00PM DJ Papa G 5:30PM-8:00PM Kofi & The New Roots

    Free
  • Cubs Game

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

    Cubs vs. Washington Nationals Hawaiian Shirt Up to the first 10,000 early arriving fans age 21+Presented by Jim Beam

    $25
  • 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: Liz Klasssen & Shanta Nurullah...

    Free
  • Millennium Park Summer Film-Turning Red

    Millennium Park 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL, United States

    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:  Turning Red (100 minutes,...

    Free
  • Marvel Super Hero Cubs Game

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

    Cubs vs. Nationals "The Marvel Universe is coming to Wrigley Field on Tuesday, July 18th when the Cubs take on the Nationals. Fans in attendance can take photos with their favorite heroes and participate in special activations throughout the evening. Those who purchase their tickets through the Marvel Super Hero Night STO link below will...

    $30
  • Cubs Game

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

    Cubs vs. Washington Nationals Ernie Banks Statue Bobblehead Up to the first 10,000 early arriving fans. Presented by Wintrust

    $25
  • Highwood Days Taco Fest

    Downtown Highwood 17 Highwood Ave., HIghwood, IL, United States

    Music, Food, and a run to celebrate the Highwood community.

    Free
  • Rogers Park Taco Crawl

    Rogers Park Clark St. between Devon Ave. and Rogers Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

    Local restaurants will serve their signature tacos while you stroll Clark St. and get to know the community.

    $20
  • Reels at the Rialto: Monty Python and the Holy Grail

    Rialto Theater 102 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432, Joliet, IL, United States

    See the classic movie at the historic theater in Joliet! Tickets are $5 each, and will be available day-of at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. All seating is General Admission—first come, first serve. Cash and credit will be accepted for payment. Bar and concessions will be available for purchase. Tonights' Show: Monty Python and...

    $5
  • Rockin’ in the Park

    Parkway Bank Park 5501 Park Pl, Rosemont, Illinois

    "Direct from Los Angeles, Calif., this group pays tribute specifically to the glory days of Van Halen fronted David Lee Roth. Roth himself referred to the group as “the best tribute to Van Halen ever.” For more than 20 years, the Atomic Punks have been re-creating Eddie Van Halen’s classic guitar sound, while capturing all...

    Free
  • Tacos y Tamales Festival

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

    The Best (and most authentic) Tacos y Tamales Chicago has to offer Wide Variety of Tamales from several regions of Latin America Handmade Tortillas Local Art Installations Merchant Vendors Authentic Mexican Chefs Strong Presence of Latin Music and Dance Performances Amazing Arts & Entertainment Beer Garden featuring Modelo’s portfolio of products Suggested Donation benefiting local...

    Free
  • Taste of Lincoln Avenue

    Taste of Lincoln 2500 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago

    One of Chicago's best street fests! An amazing line-up from bands all over the Midwest. Local food favorites Arts & crafts Kids’ Carnival is BACK with non-stop activities for your littles including inflatables, arts/crafts and performances.  

    Free
  • Pitchfork Music Festival

    Union Park 1501 W. Randolph St., Chicago, IL, United States

    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...

  • Evening on the Farm

    Wagner Farm 1510 Wagner Rd, Glenview,, IL, United States

    "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...

    Free