Glen Ellyn Festival of the Arts
Downtown Glen Ellyn North Maine Street and Duane Street, Glen Ellyn
White Sox v Athletics Family Game
Guaranteed Rate Field 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, Chicago
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago
FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago
Casting on the Pier
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago
FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago
Week of Events
Pixar Putt
Pixar Putt
"Pixar Putt is the ultimate pop-up, mini-golf experience made up of 18 fun and interactive holes inspired by the stories, characters, and icons from some of Pixar's most beloved films including Toy Story, The Incredibles, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, Coco, A Bug's Life, Wall-E, and Inside Out, Pixar Putt is set to take guests to infinity… and beyond!"-From the Pixar Putt Website...
Will County Fair
Will County Fair
A county fair with lots of family-friendly activities, great food, and more! Children 9 and Under Free Every Day!
Skokie’s Backlot Bash
Bucktown Arts Fest
Bucktown Arts Fest
An art festival in one of Chicago's most popular neighborhoods. Visit the Kids' Tent at Holstein Park for art projects for kids!
The Forge Art Walk
The Forge Art Walk
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.
Port Clinton Arts Festival
Port Clinton Arts Festival
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...
Glen Ellyn Festival of the Arts
Glen Ellyn Festival of the Arts
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.
Pizza City Fest
Pizza City Fest
Some of the best Pizza makers in the country gather to demonstrate pizza making skills and visitors can sample, learn and enjoy delicious pizza.
Campout at the Zoo
Campout at the Zoo
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...
Wing Out Chicago
Wing Out Chicago
WingOut Chicago is excited to announce its new home at Gallagher Way!! Now in the shadow of Wrigley Field, patrons can indulge in all the flavors from Chicago’s top vendors while also enjoying adult beverages and Live Music. From Classic Buffalo, Honey Chili, Jerk, Wood Smoked, Sweet and Spicy, Spicy Garlic, Buffalo Blue, Asian Ginger,...
Sunday, August 27, 2023
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August 27, 2023 -White Sox v Athletics Family Game
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August 27, 2023 -Disney Encanto in Concert at Ravinia
White Sox v Athletics Family Game
Bring the family out to a White Sox game with tickets starting at $10. There will be family-friendly activities throughout the park — plus, kids can run the bases after the game! Kids Run the Bases is available for all kids 13 and younger (must be 36” or taller to participate). Kids can line up...
Disney Encanto in Concert at Ravinia
"Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Oscar-winning film Encanto comes to life in concert, featuring Chicago Philharmonic performing the original score by Germaine Franco, who earned Golden Globe and Oscar nominations for the music and became the first Latina to join the music branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences following the movie’s smash-hit success....
Monday, August 28, 2023
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August 28, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
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August 28, 2023 -WWE Night Cubs Game
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online, and the discount is applied at checkout.
WWE Night Cubs Game
Cubs vs. Brewers "On Monday, August 28, we are stepping into the ring with the WWE to celebrate all things sports-entertainment as the Cubs go one on one with the Brewers at Wrigley Field. Don’t miss one of the most electrifying rivalries in all of sports and the opportunity to meet a WWE Superstar who...
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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August 29, 2023 -Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
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August 29, 2023 -FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
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August 29, 2023 -Wiggleworms/Movie at Gallagher Way
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August 29, 2023 -FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium
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August 29, 2023 -Jurassic Park in Concert at Ravinia
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August 29, 2023 -HBCU Celebration Cubs Game
Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
Field Museum Maximo. Photo by Lucy Hewett © 2018 Field Museum "Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or...
FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online, and the discount is applied at checkout.
Wiggleworms/Movie at Gallagher Way
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: Ryan Walter & Nathan Kistler...
FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium
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!
Jurassic Park in Concert at Ravinia
"Experience Jurassic Park on the big screen in celebration of its 30th anniversary—projected in breathtaking detail with Chicago Philharmonic performing John Williams’s iconic score live. The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million...
HBCU Celebration Cubs Game
Cubs vs. Brewers "We are celebrating HBCUs and the diversity of our city on Tuesday, August 29 with a ballpark celebration featuring special entertainment, live music, and on-field HBCU recognitions. Join us for an engaging pre-game discussion on diversity in professional sports, featuring panelists from across the city. Most importantly, we have an HBCU Day...
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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August 30, 2023 -The Last Straw
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August 30, 2023 -Casting on the Pier
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August 30, 2023 -Free Movie at Gallagher Way
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August 30, 2023 -Summer Night Market
The Last Straw
"Bring the whole family and experience bales of fun at the Gregg House Museum. Most activities are FREE! • make a scarecrow (nominal fee) • decorate a pumpkin (sponsored by Westmont Chamber of Commerce) • pan for gold or minerals (nominal fee) • create cool crafts, make rope • learn about life in the past...
Casting on the Pier
"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...
Free Movie at Gallagher Way
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...
Summer Night Market
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, August 30, 2023 – Chicago of the Future
Thursday, August 31, 2023
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August 31, 2023 -French Market at Gallagher Way
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August 31, 2023 -FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium
French Market at Gallagher Way
The French Market at Gallagher Way occurs on select Thursday nights, and it's a blast for the whole family! Vendors will sell imported cheeses, baked goods, wine, pasta, soaps, and more. Each week will feature different live music and different crafts for kids at the KidCreate Studio! Tonight's Music: Cajun Vagabonds ( Zydeco )
FREE Resident Evening at the Shedd Aquarium
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!
Friday, September 1, 2023
No events on this day.
Saturday, September 2, 2023
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September 2, 2023 -Live on the Lake
Live on the Lake
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, September 2 2:00PM-4:30PM Joanna Connor 5:30PM-8:00PM Tae & The Neighborly 9:00PM-11:10PM Erica Falls & Vintage Soul
