Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling
Downtown Naperville Jackson Avenue, between Eagle and Ewing Streets, Naperville
Schaumburg September Fest
Robert O Atcher Municipal Center Grounds 101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg
Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago
Coke Zero Family Sunday White Sox Game
Guaranteed Rate Field 333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, Chicago
Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling
Downtown Naperville Jackson Avenue, between Eagle and Ewing Streets, Naperville
Schaumburg September Fest
Robert O Atcher Municipal Center Grounds 101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg
Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art
Museum of Contemporary Art 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago
FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents
Adler Planetarium 1300 S Dusable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago
Wild Wednesdays
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago
Free Admission at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago
Budding Botanists
Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Ave, ChicagoWeek of Events
Nashwood
Nashwood
Attendees of all ages are encouraged to don their cowboy boots and hats over Labor Day Weekend for three days of FREE live country, bluegrass, blues and Southern rock music, as well as Southern inspired food and drink specials. With the majority of acts coming up from Nashville, songs will permeate the air as music...
Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling
Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling
The Naperville Jaycees' Last Fling is a family-friendly community festival which takes place over Labor Day Weekend near Downtown Naperville and, for many, is a fun way to say farewell to summer! The Last Fling offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages to enjoy including: music, food and beverage vendors, a Family Fun...
Taste of Polonia
Taste of Polonia
For four days, you can enjoy a true cultural experience that includes nonstop live music, dance performances, authentic Polish food and beer, exhibitions, local merchants, a casino, beer garden, a Kids Stage and area filled with great activities and much much more! -From the Taste of Polonia website Bounce inflatables, climbing wall, face painting, clowns...
Frankfort Fall Festival
Frankfort Fall Festival
Each year during Labor Day weekend, over 250,000 visitors gather to the charming Village of Frankfort to enjoy the Frankfort Fall Festival. The festival welcomes over 300 artisans from all over the United States to exhibit their elite products and services. In addition, many of Frankfort’s local organizations collaborate by sponsoring special events that highlight...
Long Grove Irish Days
Long Grove Irish Days
All eyes will be smiling when the historic shopping district of Long Grove presents Irish Days, a celebration of Irish culture, music, food, and drink. What to expect: Irish Dancers Irish Music Irish Inspired Food Irish Inspired Drink Irish Dog Contest Best Looking Men’s Legs in a Kilt
Schaumburg September Fest
Schaumburg September Fest
An outdoor festival featuring entertainment on three stages, a carnival, arts & crafts show, craft beer & wine area, Taste of Schaumburg, Bingo, free pony rides on Saturday, fireworks on Sunday evening, and a Labor Day parade on Monday. Free Admission and Shuttle Bus Service. -From the Schaumburg September Fest website
West Loop Art Fest
West Loop Art Fest
The West Loop Art Fest is the perfect destination for a late summer shopping experience or ambient evening stroll. A diverse range of art mediums will be on display and available for purchase, making this show a must-go event this summer. With interactive art, wine tastings, children’s crafts and live music, this is a fun...
Taste of Greektown
Taste of Greektown
Hellenic pride will take center stage when this acclaimed annual culinary fest on Halsted Street in Chicago’s happening West Loop returns for its 33rd year. As most Chicagoans know, this strip of Halsted has been the epicenter of the city’s acclaimed Greek restaurant scene for decades. Quite simply, Taste of Greektown is a romantic weekend...
German-American Oktoberfest
German-American Oktoberfest
Celebrate German culture in Lincoln Square with beer, pretzels, live music, spaetzle, kids activities, and. more!
Throwback Music Fest
Throwback Music Fest
Travel back in time through the music and fun of the 1950s, 60s, 70, 80s, and 90s! This year features a full carnival! There will be a car show, pet costume contest, ballon artist, bracelet making, face painting,
Winfield Good Ol’ Days
Winfield Good Ol’ Days
Live music, trolley tours, a parade, a kid's zone with bouncy houses, face painting, food, and so much more!
Printers Row Lit Fest
Printers Row Lit Fest
Celebrate books and literature at the Printers Row Lit fest! In addition to books, there will be readings, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.
Art on the Fox
Art on the Fox
A fun-filled festival weekend is in store as Art on the Fox makes an exciting return to the charming streets of Downtown Algonquin! Hosted by the Village of Algonquin, the fest will showcase the work of 75 juried artists, along with live musical performances and family-friendly activities including sand art, face painting, a graffiti wall,...
Renegade Craft Fair
Lakeview Taco Fest
Lakeview Taco Fest
With its eclectic mix of stores, boutiques and restaurants, the Southport Corridor is arguably one of the hottest commercial strips in Chicago. This August it gets even more sizzling when the glorious taco is again in the spotlight as the tortilla-wrapped fave is celebrated at this annual food and music happening. Back for its tenth...
Thirsty Ears Festival
Thirsty Ears Festival
"ACM’s Thirsty Ears Festival is Chicago’s only classical music street festival! For two days Wilson street between Hermitage and Ravenswood are closed to feature stellar ensembles and soloists performing music from Beethoven to Shostakovich to Reich and everything in between on the main stage. We also have delicious beer and wine, vendor booths, kid-friendly activities...
Budding Botanists
Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with the materials at the station for as long as you want to. Budding Botanists station will...
Coke Zero Family Sunday White Sox Game
Bring the family out to a White Sox game this summer. There will be family-friendly activities throughout the park - plus, kids can run the bases after the game! Tickets start at $10 and parking is discounted to $20. Kids Run the Bases is available for all kids 13 and younger (must be 36” or...
Margaritaville Cubs Game
A wise man once said, “if life gives you limes ... make margaritas.” Join the Cubs in raising a glass to music legend Jimmy Buffett Monday, September 2, when the Cubs play the Pirates. This Special Ticket Offer includes a ticket to the game and a special-edition Cubs Margaritaville Straw Hat which commemorates Jimmy Buffett...
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: Ratatouille Movie: Lego Movie
Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art
Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
Free Resident Day at the 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 All-Access Pass. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents
The Adler Planetarium is open late on Wednesdays from 4:00 pm–10:00 pm (last admission 9:00 pm). Every Wednesday is free Museum Entry for Illinois residents with proof of residency! To show proof of residency, you can use a valid Illinois driver’s license or photo ID, Illinois student ID with photo, or a photo ID plus a...
Wild Wednesdays
Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free, drop-in activities, such as fort building, bug hunts, chalk drawing, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant...
Free Admission at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
Morning Glories
Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...
Budding Botanists
Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with the materials at the station for as long as you want to. Budding Botanists station will...
