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Jazz in the Court
Harper Court
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The University of Chicago sponsors free outdoor jazz concerts on the first Friday of each month throughout the summer. Jeremiah Collier and the Re-Up Band on June 6, Bethany Pickens takes the stage on July 11, Dee Alexander entertains audiences on August 8, and Tim Gant Project performs on...
12:00 PM
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Bitter Jest Musical Festival
Port Clinton Square
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Each week, a different local band and food vendor will team up to entertain Highland Park families. The series finale will feature the best bands of the fest at Navy Pier on Labor Day weekend.
6:00 PM
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FREE
Grant Park Music Festival
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
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Chicagoans of all ages can enjoy the Grant Park Music Festival, a 10-week celebration featuring world-class classical music concerts and community engagement—a Chicago tradition for more than 80 years.
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Movies in Cantigny Park
Cantigny Park
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Cantigny Park hosts weekly movies at its bandshell every Friday at sunset throughout the summer. Seating is first come, first served and visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and bug spray. Concessions can be purchased at Mamie's Toffee and Treats.
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Franklin Park Fest
Tower Park
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Franklin Park closes its downtown streets for live entertainment, food vendors, and a beer and wine garden from June 12-15. The event includes a carnival and five live bands throughout Friday and Saturday. Railroad Day will be on Saturday, June 14, and feature train-themed activities.
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Midsommarfest
Andersonville
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Visitors to traditionally Swedish Andersonville can enjoy Swedish traditions such as dancing around the May Pole, making floral crowns, and wearing Viking hats. Kids can visit the Kids and Family area at Clark and Summerdale to enjoy activities such as coloring, dancing, music, and art.
Various times
All dates and times
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FREE
Chicago Park District Movies in the Park
Multiple parks citywide
In-person
Pick
Hollywood comes to Chicago this summer with hundreds of movies throughout city parks! Bring your own blanket or chairs for retro favorites, kids' classics, and recent box office hits.
Various times
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Scottish Festival and Highland Games at DuPage County Fairgrounds
DuPage County Fairgrounds
In-person
Illinois’ oldest non-profit is bringing back the beloved two-day Scottish extravaganza featuring North America’s largest and most prestigious pipe band competition, the crowd-pleasing heavy athletics, The Dogs of Scotland with a rescue dog agility show, and much more.
1:00 PM
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FREE
Skyline Sessions
Navy Pier
In-person
Enjoy free concerts and views of the skyline at Navy Pier's Wave Wall this summer. Soloists and small ensembles from a variety of musical genres will play every Thursday and Friday throughout summer.
5:00 PM
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Friday Night Live Downtown Downers Grove
Downtown Downers Groveq
Kickstart your weekends with Friday Night Live, May 23-August 29th, 2025, 5:30-8pm at the Main Street Train Station Downtown Downers Grove. Each Friday will showcase a different band for all ages to enjoy. From rock to jazz, pop to blues, our diverse lineup ensures there's something for every music...
5:30 PM
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FREE
Art on the Mart
Merchandise Mart
In-person
Families can watch as works of art are projected on The Merchandise Mart, while listening to a variety of unique music. The show is about 30 minutes long at 9 pm each night.
7:30 PM
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FREE
Elmhurst Movies in the Park
Wilder Park
In-person
Enjoy new and classic kids' movies every month in Elmhurst's Wilder Park.Food trucks will sell concessions at the park.
7:30 PM
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Cantigny's Feast of the Senses
Cantigny Park
Summer 2025 brings a new interactive art installation, featuring swings and murals, and events bursting with music, movement, and flavor to create a multi-sensory experience. Visit the Musical Swings, Optical Pathway, and Tree Swings throughout the park.
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FREE
St. Demetrios Taste of Greece Festival
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
In-person
Opa! Families can taste a little Greek culture at St. Demetrios Church's annual celebration. The event includes Greek food and beverages, live music, Greek dancing, a carnival, and tours of the Greek Orthodox Church.
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FREE
Night Out in the Parks Summer Concerts
Various Chicago Parks
In-person
Chicago Park District invites families to explore many kinds of music through its Night Out in the Parks programs. Performers, including student musicians, kids' artists, cover bands, multicultural musicians and Broadway showcases will take over a different park almost every night this summer.
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Vivid Creatures at the Morton Arboretum
Morton Arboretum
Vivid Creatures, a new outdoor art exhibition at The Morton Arboretum, is an invitation to explore connections with the natural world through giant, colorful, playful animal sculptures placed outdoors amid towering trees and sweeping green vistas. Each artwork tells a story about the relationships...
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Woodridge Jubilee
Woodridge Drive and Center Drive
In-person
The Village of Woodridge and the Woodridge Park District host their 40th annual Jubilee at the corner of Woodridge and Center Drives. The event includes live music, a carnival, bingo, a fishing derby, a magic show, inflatables, a gaming truck, face painting, air brush tattoos, food and drink...
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FREE
Fiestas Patronales Puertorriquenas
Humboldt Park
In-person
Celebrate Puerto Rican art, culture, community, and food at this annual festival in Humboldt Park. The fest will include a kids area, live music, carnival rides and games, a dominoes tournament, live art in the park and cultural performances. The Puerto Rican Day Parade will take place on June 14...
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Oak Park Movies in the Park
Scoville Park
In-person
Families can bring a picnic dinner and enjoy a movie in Scoville Park on select Fridays during the summer. Check the website for rainout information.
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Kid's Empire
All Kids Empire Locations
Free Ice Cream with Admission at all Kids Empire Locations!
Kids Empire invites families to Play Big with over 100 spacious, clean indoor playgrounds across the U.S. Designed for children of all ages, each location offers ample space to climb, jump, run, build, slide, snack, ride, and more.
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Sat, Jun 14
FREE
Wells Street Art Festival
Wells Street between Division and North
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Shop for art from a selection of 125 juried artists or have your little Picassos create their own in the kids area of this annual festival. The event also includes food vendors and live entertainment..
10:00 AM
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FREE
Smart Museum of Art Family Day
Smart Museum of Art
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Kids and their caregivers can drop in for a new Family Days centered around creating art related to the exhibits on display at the Smart Museum of Art. With new projects every month, Family Days offer opportunities for kids and their caregivers to create together and connect with one...
1:00 PM
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FREE
Bitter Jest Musical Festival
Port Clinton Square
In-person
Pick
Each week, a different local band and food vendor will team up to entertain Highland Park families. The series finale will feature the best bands of the fest at Navy Pier on Labor Day weekend.
6:00 PM
All dates and times
Learn more
FREE
Summer Fireworks at Navy Pier
Navy Pier
In-person
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Fireworks fans of all ages can enjoy a spectacular display, synchronized to music, for FREE every Wednesday and Saturday night at Navy Pier.
Various times
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FREE
Franklin Park Fest
Tower Park
In-person
Pick
Franklin Park closes its downtown streets for live entertainment, food vendors, and a beer and wine garden from June 12-15. The event includes a carnival and five live bands throughout Friday and Saturday. Railroad Day will be on Saturday, June 14, and feature train-themed activities.
Various times
All dates and times
Learn more
FREE
Chicago Park District Movies in the Park
Multiple parks citywide
In-person
Pick
Hollywood comes to Chicago this summer with hundreds of movies throughout city parks! Bring your own blanket or chairs for retro favorites, kids' classics, and recent box office hits.
Various times
All dates and times
Learn more
Midsommarfest
Andersonville
In-person
Pick
Visitors to traditionally Swedish Andersonville can enjoy Swedish traditions such as dancing around the May Pole, making floral crowns, and wearing Viking hats. Kids can visit the Kids and Family area at Clark and Summerdale to enjoy activities such as coloring, dancing, music, and art.
Various times
All dates and times
Learn more
FREE
Artists of the Wall Festival
Loyola Beach
In-person
Pick
Watch as more than 150 artists paint sections of the 600-foot retaining wall along the lakefront from Farwell Avenue to Morse Avenue. Musical performances and food and drink vendors add to the family-friendly fun.
Various times
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FREE
Grant Park Music Festival
Jay Pritzker Pavilion
In-person
Pick
Chicagoans of all ages can enjoy the Grant Park Music Festival, a 10-week celebration featuring world-class classical music concerts and community engagement—a Chicago tradition for more than 80 years.
Various times
All dates and times
Learn more
FREE
'Go Run
Various Chicago Parks
In-person
Kids and grown-ups can try to set new PRs at these weekly free races sponsored by the Chicago Area Runners Association and the Chicago Park District. One mile and 5K courses are featured at a different park throughout the city each week.
09:00 AM
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FREE
Busse Lake Outdoors Day and Fishing Derby
Busse Woods
In-person
Kids can bring their dads to explore Busse Woods and participate in a free fishing derby. Climb trees, play in nature, meet animals and more. Prizes will be awarded to fishing derby participants and local foods will be available for purchase.
09:00 AM
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FREE
Take Me Fishing!
Bernas Park
In-person
Teach a kid to fish at Bernas Park in Westmont for a special Father's Day weekend outing. Prizes and giveaways available while supplies last.
10:00 AM
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FREE
Deerfield Library Pride Family Storytime
Deerfield Public Library
In-person
Join Deerfield Library in celebrating Pride Month with family friendly books, songs and fun! This event is appropriate for all ages.
10:30 AM
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FREE
FAIRY TALE FIESTA: A CELEBRATION OF FATHERS
North Riverside Park Mall
In-person
North Riverside Park Mall invites kids and families to a fairy tale fiesta. Celebrate with the fathers and father figures in your life. Meet princesses like Cinderella and Anna, enjoy a DJ with dancing and guided games, and celebrate fathers and father...
11:00 AM
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Beaubien Woods Celebration
Beaubien Woods
In-person
Families can learn new outdoor activities or participate in some of their favorites at this annual party at Beaubien Woods. Ticketed events include yoga, a bird walk, archery lessons, a bike safety demonstration, a showcase from the Field Museum, and a cooking demonstration.
11:00 AM
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FREE
Bronzeville's 2025 Juneteenth Celebration: Honoring the Legacy of Freedom
Absolutely Anything Essential
In-person
Bronzeville's annual Juneteenth celebration is sponsored by The Black Star Project, FAM Entertainment Theater Company, The Bud Billiken Parade, and the Office of State Representative Kam Buckner This year's theme — Honoring the Legacy of Freedom: Remembering the Past, Inspiring the Future —...
11:00 AM
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Music of The Grateful Dead for Kids Father's Day and Juneteenth Celebration
SPACE
In-person
Dads and kids alike can enjoy the music of Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia as performed by The Rock and Roll Playhouse at Thalia Hall. The Rock and Roll Playhouse combines games, movement, stories, and rock and roll to create a fun family experience. They know that little ears can be sensitive so...
12:00 PM
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FREE
NNU Celebrates Juneteenth
Rotary Hill
In-person
Naperville Neighbors United celebrates Juneteenth at Rotary Hill. Families are invited to hear guest speakers. The event will also include a celebration of Naperville's rich diversity by including spoken word, musical, and dance and performances by the many African-American individuals and groups...
12:00 PM
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Scottish Festival and Highland Games at DuPage County Fairgrounds
DuPage County Fairgrounds
In-person
Illinois’ oldest non-profit is bringing back the beloved two-day Scottish extravaganza featuring North America’s largest and most prestigious pipe band competition, the crowd-pleasing heavy athletics, The Dogs of Scotland with a rescue dog agility show, and much more.
1:00 PM
All dates and times
Learn more
FREE
Live on the Lake!
Navy Pier
In-person
Every Saturday and Sunday afternoon and evening, Navy Pier presents local musical acts performing live for families. From cover bands to jazz to DJs to country music—there is something for everyone at the Navy Pier Beer Garden.
2:00 PM
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FREE
Wave Wall Wax
Navy Pier
In-person
Dance the summer away at Navy Pier with performances from Chicago's top DJs and house musicians at the Wave Wall at Navy Pier. Each event is free and open to the public.
3:00 PM
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FREE
Cantigny Outdoor Concerts
Cantigny Park
In-person
Families can enjoy a series of tribute bands, military music, and bluegrass groups at the bandshell at Cantigny every Sunday at 3pm.
3:00 PM
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FREE
Art on the Mart
Merchandise Mart
In-person
Families can watch as works of art are projected on The Merchandise Mart, while listening to a variety of unique music. The show is about 30 minutes long at 9 pm each night.
7:30 PM
All dates and times
Learn more
Vivid Creatures at the Morton Arboretum
Morton Arboretum
Vivid Creatures, a new outdoor art exhibition at The Morton Arboretum, is an invitation to explore connections with the natural world through giant, colorful, playful animal sculptures placed outdoors amid towering trees and sweeping green vistas. Each artwork tells a story about the relationships...
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Cantigny's Feast of the Senses
Cantigny Park
Summer 2025 brings a new interactive art installation, featuring swings and murals, and events bursting with music, movement, and flavor to create a multi-sensory experience. Visit the Musical Swings, Optical Pathway, and Tree Swings throughout the park.
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Woodridge Jubilee
Woodridge Drive and Center Drive
In-person
The Village of Woodridge and the Woodridge Park District host their 40th annual Jubilee at the corner of Woodridge and Center Drives. The event includes live music, a carnival, bingo, a fishing derby, a magic show, inflatables, a gaming truck, face painting, air brush tattoos, food and drink...
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Night Out in the Parks Summer Concerts
Various Chicago Parks
In-person
Chicago Park District invites families to explore many kinds of music through its Night Out in the Parks programs. Performers, including student musicians, kids' artists, cover bands, multicultural musicians and Broadway showcases will take over a different park almost every night this summer.
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FREE
Fiestas Patronales Puertorriquenas
Humboldt Park
In-person
Celebrate Puerto Rican art, culture, community, and food at this annual festival in Humboldt Park. The fest will include a kids area, live music, carnival rides and games, a dominoes tournament, live art in the park and cultural performances. The Puerto Rican Day Parade will take place on June 14...
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St. Demetrios Taste of Greece Festival
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
In-person
Opa! Families can taste a little Greek culture at St. Demetrios Church's annual celebration. The event includes Greek food and beverages, live music, Greek dancing, a carnival, and tours of the Greek Orthodox Church.
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Kid's Empire
All Kids Empire Locations
Free Ice Cream with Admission at all Kids Empire Locations!
Kids Empire invites families to Play Big with over 100 spacious, clean indoor playgrounds across the U.S. Designed for children of all ages, each location offers ample space to climb, jump, run, build, slide, snack, ride, and more.
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