Sunday picks: Katy Perry headlines Allstate
Make-up date
Pop princess Katy Perry returns to the Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont, for a show that was rescheduled after illness forced her to cancel her original July concert. $35, $45. ticketmaster.com. 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21
Rolling down the rails with Thomas
Thomas the Tank Engine chugs his way to the Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road, Union, for his annual visit, Day Out with Thomas: Leader of the Track Tour 2011. Youngsters and their families can meet Thomas, of “Thomas & Friends” book and TV fame. Ride a 15-ton replica of Thomas, view videos or shop for Thomas products. Other highlights include magic shows, clowns, puppet shows and more. Tickets cost $18 for ages 2 and older. (866) 468-7630, ticketweb.com/thomas.html or irm.org.9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21
Look to the skies
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights and many other high-flying performers will take to the skies at the annual Chicago Air and Water Show along the lakefront, from Fullerton to Oak Street. Free. (312) 744-3316 or chicagoairandwatershow.us. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21
Long Grove Fine Art & Wine Festival
More than 90 artists will showcase original work at the juried Long Grove Fine Art & Wine Festival at the Archer Municipal Lot near Fountain Square, at routes 53 and 83, Long Grove. View all mediums, from watercolors, oil and acrylic paintings to sculpture, jewelry, photography and more. Artwork is available for purchase. Other highlights include a variety of wines for tasting, food and live music.
Clang! clang! clang!
Ride on historic trolley cars during TrolleyFest, which also coincides with South Elgin's Riverfest Express. Get aboard this weekend at the Fox River Trolley Museum, 361 S. La Fox St. (Route 31), South Elgin. $2-$3.50. (847) 697-4676 or foxtrolley.org. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21
Antiques galore
Seventy-five dealers from across the United States and Canada present a wide range of antiques and fine arts at the Chicago O'Hare Summer Antique Show Sale at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Items include antique and estate jewelry, watches, folk and tribal art, reference books, lamps, vintage clothing and more. $10 admission is good for all three days; kids younger than 12 admitted free. Parking is free with paid show admission. (847) 692-2222 or chicagoohareantiques.com. Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21
Living large
They like things big in Texas, so expect plenty of sound when Lyle Lovett His Large Band play country and rock hits Sunday at the Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road, Highland Park. $55 pavilion; $27 lawn seating. (847) 266-5100 or ravinia.org. 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21