Festivals July 4-6: Get your fill of suburban parades, fests, concerts and fireworks

Tuesday, July 4

Barrington Fourth of July Festival: Tuesday, July 4, in downtown Barrington. Family Fitness Run at 7 a.m., parade from Barrington High School at 10 a.m., Chicago Brass Band Quintet performs at 11:30 a.m. at Barrington's White House. barrington-il.gov/visitors/special_events/fourth_of_july_parade.php.

Elmhurst Running Club's 4 On the 4th: 7:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Wilder Park in Elmhurst. Four-mile run at 7:15 a.m. and Kids' 1K for kids 5-12 at 8:20 a.m. Register at 4on4th.com/.

Freedom Four 4-Mile Run/Walk: 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Family-friendly event for ages 5 or older. A portion of the proceeds go to the Friends of Glen Ellyn Parks' Scholarship Fund. $32 through Monday; $40 the day-of. Register at gepark.org/gepdevent/freedom-four-4-mile-run-walk/.

Great Western Freedom 4: 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, 37W370 Dean St., St. Charles. Lazarus House's annual 4-mile competitive run at 8 a.m. and 2-mile scenic walk at 8:10 a.m. $28-$36 until Monday, July 3; $30-$40 the day-of. Register at lazarushouse.net/greatwesternfreedom4/.

Sleepy Hollow 4th of July festival: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Sabatino Park, Thorobred Lane, Sleepy Hollow. Fun run at 8 a.m.; fishing derby from 9-11 a.m. at Lake Sharon; car show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; food and drinks from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Bill Ritchie Memorial Parade at 11:30 a.m. The Lennys will perform. Pie-eating contest at 2:30 p.m. Rain date is July 9. sleepyhollowil.org.

Warrenville Fourth of July Celebration: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Cerny Park, 4S150 River Road, Warrenville. The Firecracker 5K Run is at 8 a.m. and the Sparkler 1-mile is at 8:45 a.m. The Cerny Series baseball game is at 10 a.m. The children's parade is at noon, heading south on Warren Avenue to the park. Warrenville Park District activities from 1-3 p.m. Fire department water fights at 2 p.m. Costume contest for kids at 3:30 p.m. Brass on Fire performs from 4:30-6 p.m. and Hi Infidelity from 7:30-9:15 p.m. Fireworks at about 9:30 p.m. Free. warrenville.il.us.

Wheaton Field of Honor display: Tuesday, July 4, in Seven Gables Park, 1750 S. Naperville Road, Wheaton. Annual tradition in tribute to service people, hometown heroes and first responders hosted by the Wheaton Park District and the Wheaton United Soccer Club. See up to 2,000 flags displayed in formation. Donations benefit Warrenville American Legion Post 589. healingfield.org/wheatonil23.

Elgin's Fourth of July Parade: 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, in downtown Elgin. The parade, with the theme “'90s Throwback,” starts at Slade and Douglas, continues south on Douglas to Highland Avenue, near city hall. cityofelgin.org/july4.

Vernon Hills July 4 Parade: 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, steps off from Deerpath and Atrium drives, Vernon Hills. Marching units will follow a parade route south to Sullivan Drive and then west to Aspen, with a final destination of Hawthorn Elementary South, 430 Aspen Drive. vernonhills.org.

Aurora 4th of July Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. Steps off at Benton and Broadway streets, north on Broadway Street (Route 25) to Downer Place, west on Downer to Middle Avenue, where the parade will conclude. The reviewing stand with the best viewing will be in front of the David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place. aurora-il.org.

Barrington Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. Steps off from Barrington High School, 616 W. Main St., and proceeds down Main Street to the Barrington Metra Lot in downtown Barrington. barrington-il.gov/visitors/special_events/fourth_of_july_parade.php.

Bensenville LibertyFest Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. Steps off from the village hall, 12 S. Center St., east to Green Street, south on York Road, east on Jefferson Street and ending at Redmond Recreation Center, 545 John St., for Taste of the Towns food festival. bvilleparks.org/libertyfest/.

Des Plaines Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. The parade steps off at the intersection of Center Street and Wicke Avenue, then proceeds north on Center to Prairie Avenue, heads east on Prairie and then disbands at Prairie and Pearson Street. desplaines.org.

Frontier Days Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, in Arlington Heights. Parade steps off from Dunton and Oakton streets and travels south on Dunton to Miner and then east to Recreation Park. frontierdays.org.

Hawthorn Woods Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, on Lagoon Drive, Hawthorn Woods. Parade continues to the village hall. vhw.org.

Highland Park July 4 events: Throughout the day in various locations in Highland Park. Planned events include a Remembrance Ceremony at 10 a.m. at city hall; a Community Walk at 11 a.m. at city hall or St. Johns and Elm; an Independence Day Community Picnic from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Sunset Woods Park; a concert by Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band and entertainment at 7 p.m. at Wolters Field (entry starts at 5 p.m.); and a We Are Highland Park Drone Show at 9:30 p.m. at Wolters Field. cityhpil.com/july4.

Hinsdale Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. Steps off at Sixth and Garfield streets and heads north on Garfield to First Street, west on First to Grant Street, and south on Grant to Sixth. villageofhinsdale.org/fourthofjuly.

Hinsdale Fourth of July Family Festival: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. Arts and crafts fair, food vendors and free kids' activities, including balloon twisting, glitter tattoos, face painting, carnival games and inflatables from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Hat Guys Band play family-friendly music from noon to 3 p.m. Free. villageofhinsdale.org/fourthofjuly.

Lake Zurich Independence Day Celebration: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Henry J. Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Music, bands, beach (daily fee required), BYOB open carry wristbands for $5, food vendors and more. Fireworks launched over the lake at about 9:15 p.m. lakezurich.org.

Lisle Fourth of July Parade and Ice Cream Social: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Lisle Junior High, 5207 Center Ave., Lisle. Parade begins at the school and proceeds through downtown, ending at the village hall. Decorate your bike and bring it to the lineup from 9:30-9:45 a.m. Ice cream social at about 10:45 a.m. at Museums of Lisle Station Park, while supplies last. Music from the Lisle Community Band. villageoflisle.org.

Villa Park Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. Presented by Villa Park VFW 2801 with the theme “Reflections.” Parade heads west on Central to Harvard, south on Harvard to Madison, east on Madison to Summit, north on Summit to Park, and west on Park to Ardmore. invillapark.com.

Wheaton Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, on Main Street, Wheaton. The parade steps off at Hawthorne Boulevard and Main Street, and heads south on Main to Union Avenue, west on Union, south on Wheaton Avenue, east on Front Street to Cross Street, with the viewing stand off Front Street. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/july4.

Winnetka Fourth of July Festivities: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, in Winnetka. The parade begins at Glendale Avenue and Elm Street at 10 a.m. Family-friendly festivities will follow on the Village Green at 525 Maple St. Fourthfest begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Skokie Playfields, 540 Hibbard Road. Fireworks at dark. villageofwinnetka.org.

Antioch Independence Day Celebration: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, from Antioch Community High School to Popular Avenue on Route 83, Antioch. antioch.il.gov.

Lakemoor Fourth of July Parade: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, stepping off from the village hall, 28581 Route 120, Lakemoor. lakemoor.net.

Brookdale Neighbor Association Fourth of July Parade: 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. Lineup at 10:30 a.m. at Hill Middle School, 1836 Brookdale Road, Naperville. The parade route is Langley to Bainbridge, Bainbridge to Foxhill, Foxhill to Manchester, Manchester to Brookdale, and Brookdale to Brookdale Racquet Club. aboutbrookdale.org/fourth-of-july-parade-picnic/.

Events on the Green: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Village Green Park, 525 Maple St., Winnetka. After the parade, join at Village Green Park for the traditional flag-raising ceremony, a children's flag parade, and the historic family foot races. Kona Ice will be handing out free ice cream to the first 600 kids. winpark.org.

Fourth of July trolley rides: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at the Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. La Fox St., South Elgin. Reading of the Declaration of Independence at 1 p.m. All paid riders will get a free U.S. flag. $5-$8. foxtrolley.org.

Patriotic Celebration with the Chicago Brass Band Quintet: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Barrington's White House, 145 W. Main St., Barrington. The Chicago Brass Band Quintet performs traditional American patriotic tunes following the July Fourth parade. (224) 512-4066 or barringtonswhitehouse.com.

Rolling Meadows Fourth of July Parade: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 4. Steps off from Conyers Learning Center Parking lot at 2800 Central Road, Rolling Meadows. Parade exits the school parking lot to the east, proceeds north on Jay, west on Grove, north on Meadow, west on Kirchoff, right at Plaza Drive and ends in the Jewel parking lot. cityrm.org.

Bartlett Fourth of July Festival: Noon to 11 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at the Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Live entertainment, fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, food vendors, carnival and more. bartlett4thofjuly.com/fourth-of-july-festival.html.

Glen Ellyn Fourth of July Parade: Noon Tuesday, July 4. Due to construction, the new route is on Fawell Boulevard, from Lambert Road to Park Boulevard, with the theme “Stars, Stripes and Smiles.” The Grand Marshal is Billy Williams, a Major League Baseball player and coach. facebook.com/GlenEllyn4thOfJulyCelebration/ or glenellyn4thofjuly.org/.

Hometown Fest: Noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Community Park, 250 E. Wood St., Palatine. Entertainment, food, a carnival and more. Free. palatinejaycees.org/hometown-fest.

Mundelein Community Days: Noon to 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, in Village Plaza Circle, Mundelein. Carnival, food, music, games, contests, demonstrations, displays, kids' activities and more. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday. Music from Brass From the Past at 4 p.m. and Brushville at 7:30 p.m. Free. mundelein.org.

Skokie July Fourth Parade: Noon Tuesday, July 4, at 5100 W. Oakton St., Skokie. Parade route is Niles Center and Lincoln, north to Oakton Street and east on Oakton to Oakton Park. Marching bands, floats and more. (847) 674-1500 or skokieparks.org.

Frontier Days: 12:30-10:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights. Carnival, pony rides, local food vendors, beer and wine gardens, bingo, games, a petting zoo, an arts and crafts zone and a 4th of July parade at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Music from American English at 7:30 p.m. Free. frontierdays.org.

Downers Grove Independence Day Parade: 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Main and Grant streets, south on Main, ending at Warren Avenue, Downers Grove. Grand Marshal is TV host and reporter Jon Hansen. downers.us.

Glencoe Independence Day Parade: Steps off at 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, in downtown Glencoe, beginning at the intersection of South/Hawthorn, heading east on South, north on Vernon, east on Park, south on Village Court, and ending at Hazel Avenue. Rain or shine. villageofglencoe.org.

Live on the Lake music series: 1-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Music from The Sweet Lillies at 3 p.m. and Southern Accents at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Free. navypier.org.

Mount Prospect Lions Club Fourth of July Festival: 1-11 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Melas Park, 1500 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect. The Mount Prospect Lions Club hosts the 85th annual 4th of July fest featuring food, entertainment, carnival rides and more. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday. Music from Libido Funk Circus at 8:30 p.m. Free. mplions.org.

Northbrook Fourth of July Parade: 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 4. The route will start just west of Westmoor School, near the intersection of Cherry Lane and Crestwood Drive, and will end at the village hall, 1225 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. northbrook.il.us/819/Community-Events.

Westmont Independence Day Celebration: 4-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Walk-around entertainment, crafts and bubbles for the kids, music, and 10 food trucks. Double display fireworks presentation at 9:30 p.m. Free. westmont.illinois.gov.

Batavia Fourth of July Sky Concert: 5-10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Engstrom Park, Main and Millview streets, Batavia. Savor the Flavor food vendors will be open from 5-9:30 p.m. The Batavia Community Band performs from 8:30-9:15 p.m. A $10 donation for parking at both high school parking lots (off Wilson and Main). bataviafireworks.org.

Elgin Fourth of July concert and fireworks: 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, along Grove Avenue and Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. The theme is “'90s Throwback.” Food trucks will be parked on Grove Avenue. The free concert opens with What's Our Age Again, a Blink-182 cover band; How Rude!, '90s tribute band; and Larger Than Life: The Ultimate Boyband Tribute. Giant Lite-Brite wall. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. No outside alcohol or pets will be allowed at the concert and fireworks. Fireworks start at about 9:20 p.m. and will last approximately 20-30 minutes. cityofelgin.org/july4.

Itasca Fourth of July celebration: 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Hamilton Lakes, near I-390 and Park Boulevard in Itasca. The 26th annual celebration begins with local restaurants selling foods and beverages. The Maggie Speaks All-Stars perform from 6:45-9:45 p.m. Fireworks, synchronized to pop music, movie music and patriotic music broadcast on a concert-quality sound system, begin at 10 p.m. Free; on-site parking for a donation of $25 per car. itasca.com.

Skokie Fireworks Festival: 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Niles West High School, 5701 W. Oakton St., Skokie. Food vendors open at 5:30 p.m. Kids' games. Entertainment by The Empty Pockets at 6 p.m. and 7th heaven at 8 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. (847) 674-1500 or skokieparks.org.

Fourthfest: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Skokie Playfield, 600 Hibbard Road, Winnetka. Family activities, food trucks, and music from the Blooze Brothers before the fireworks begin at 9:20 p.m. winpark.org.

Schaumburg Boomers July Fourth Fireworks Night: 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Wintrust Field, 1999 S. Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Fireworks night. Tickets are $16-$55. boomersbaseball.com/.

St. Charles Fourth of July Celebration: 6-11 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Mount St. Mary Park, off Route 31, St. Charles. Music, food trucks and Glow Zone novelties for purchase. During the day, miniature golf, paddle wheel riverboat cruises, golfing, swimming and picnicking with refreshments for purchase in Pottawatomie Park. stcparks.org/july-4th.

Buffalo Grove Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove. A full symphonic band will perform American, patriotic, traditional and Broadway selections, followed by the annual village fireworks display, launched from Buffalo Grove Golf Course. vbg.org.

Libertyville Fourth of July: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, in Butler Lake Park, 835 W. Winchester Road, Libertyville. A performance of patriotic tunes by the Libertyville Band followed by fireworks at dusk. VisitLibertyville.com.

Mid-Summer Classics Concert Series: 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Rotary Green, 164 Lions Drive, Elk Grove Village. KC and The Sunshine Band performs. Free. elkgrove.org.

Bartlett Fourth of July Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Community Park, at the intersection of South Bartlett and Stearns roads, Bartlett. The Bartlett Police Department will be conducting traffic control at certain intersections along South Bartlett Road and Stearns Road after the fireworks. bartlett4thofjuly.com.

Batavia Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Engstrom Park, 326 Millview Drive, Batavia. Event begins at 5 p.m. with food vendors. The Batavia Community Band plays from 8:30-9:15 p.m. The sky concert, with fireworks set to music, runs from 9:30-10 p.m. bataviafireworks.org.

Naperville Community Fireworks Show: 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Road, Naperville. Free fireworks show. napervilleparks.org/fireworks.

Oswego Fourth of July Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Prairie Point Park, 4120 Plainfield Road, Oswego. oswegoil.org.

Waukegan Fourth of July Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4, at Waukegan Harbor, 199 N. Harbor Place, Waukegan. Best places to watch include anywhere near the Dockside area, Green Town on the Rocks, the Harbor's parking lot at the end of Clayton, the government pier and some places on Waukegan Beach. Free. waukeganil.gov.

Glen Ellyn Fourth of July Fireworks: Dusk Tuesday, July 4, at Lake Ellyn Park, off Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. facebook.com/GlenEllyn4thOfJulyCelebration/.

Huntley Independence Day Fireworks: Dusk Tuesday, July 4, at Deicke Park, 11419 Route 47, Huntley. Fireworks start at about 9:30 p.m.; come early for the festivities. huntley.il.us.

Lombard Fourth of July Fireworks: Dusk Tuesday, July 4, at Madison Meadow Park, East Madison Street and South Ahrens Avenue, Lombard. villageoflombard.org.

Boomers Post Game Fireworks: Tuesday, July 4, at Schaumburg Boomers Park, 1999 Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg. Firework shows after the Schaumburg Boomers game. boomersbaseball.com.

St. Charles Fourth of July Fireworks: Dusk Tuesday, July 4, at Langum Park, 7th and Madison avenues, St. Charles. Annual fireworks will be launched from a new location. Best viewing locations will be on the south side of downtown St. Charles. stcparks.org/july-4th.

Woodstock Fourth of July Fireworks: Dusk Tuesday, July 4, at Emricson Park, 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Road, Woodstock. Parking fee; use South Street entrance. Donations accepted for walk-ins; use the South Street or Jackson Street entrance. woodstockil.gov.

Wednesday, July 5

Food Truck Socials: 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. A rotating selection of food trucks. lakezurich.org.

Arbor Evenings: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Entry begins at 5:15 p.m. Classical Blast performs. Food truck options for purchase. $13 for adults, $5 for kids 2-17, and free for kids 1 and younger. mortonarb.org.

South Elgin Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Throwbacks perform. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at North School Park, 307 N. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights. The Arlington Heights Community Concert Band performs. Free. arlingtonheightsband.org

Geneva Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at River Park, 151 N. River Lane, Geneva. Good Clean Fun performs. Free. genevaparks.org.

Itasca Outdoor Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at Usher Park, off South Walnut Street, Itasca. Flat Cats performs. Bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at Caboose Park, 37908 N. Fairfield Road, Lake Villa. Semple performs. Free. lindenhurstparks.org.

Movies at Gallagher Way: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 5, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. Gate opens at 6 p.m. See “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.” VIP reserved seating available for $33. gallagherway.com.

Thursday, July 6

Lake in the Hills Rockin' Rotary Ribfest: 4:30-11 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 6-7; 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 8; and 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 9, at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, Lake in the Hills. Annual fest featuring professional pitmasters and vendors, carnival, business expo and more. Music from Starlight City at 6:45 p.m. and 7th heaven at 9 p.m. Thursday; Heart to Heartbreaker at 6:45 p.m. and Radio Gaga at 9 p.m. Friday; Everett Dean and the Lonesome Hearts at noon, Petty Kings at 2 p.m., Hi-Fi Superstar at 4:15 p.m., My Metal Heart at 6:30 p.m. and Asia, featuring John Payne, at 9 p.m. Saturday; and Mr. Myers Band at noon, Heartache Tonight at 2 p.m., and Boy Band Night at 4:30 p.m. Sunday. Vendor Blender, featuring local crafters and entrepreneurs, runs from 4-9 p.m. Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. $5, free for kids 12 and younger accompanied by an adult or active military with ID. rockinrotaryribfest.com.

Ravinia District Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, July 6, at Jens Jensen Park on Dean Avenue, between Roger Williams and St. Johns avenues, Highland Park. Performances by Life Rhythms Drum Circle and Basement Band. cityhpil.com.

Geneva Classic Car Show: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at the Kane County Courthouse, off Fourth and James streets, Geneva. Music, food and vote for your favorite make and model. To display a vehicle, show up after 4:30 p.m. and find a spot in the lot behind the courthouse. Free. genevachamber.com/events/classic-car-show.

Pearl Street Market & Music in the Park: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Veteran's Memorial Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry. Vendors from McHenry County offer handmade and homegrown goods from 5-7:30 p.m. The McHenry City Band performs from 7-8:30 p.m. Free. mchenrychamber.com.

Skyline Sessions: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Concerts on the Wave Wall Performance Platform feature Molly Adamson at 5 p.m. and Donna Herula Trio at 6:30 p.m. Free. navypier.org.

Westmont Cruisin' Nights: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, July 6, on Cass Avenue in Westmont. Three blocks will be closed off for the classic car show, music, family activities and more. Blues Baby will perform. Free. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights.

Addison Rock 'N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Village Green, east of the Addison Village Hall, 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Free concert, kids' activities, food from local restaurants, and a car show along Lake Street. Addison Historical Museum Open House from 6-8 p.m. features a Craft and Vintage Fair. Ollie Bolds Soul Review and Motor City will perform. ithappensinaddison.com/events.

Barrington Cruise Nights: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at the BMO Lot, 210 W. Station St., Barrington. See a variety of cars. barrington-il.gov.

Broadway in Your Backyard: 6 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Portage Park, 4100 N. Long Ave., Chicago. Concert includes Chicago performers singing songs from the Broadway canon. For all ages. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. PorchlightMusicTheatre.org.

Cantigny Summer Nights: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Adult-oriented fun night featuring drinks, music and entertainment. Goodly Creatures Theatre performs Shakespeare's comedy “Love's Labours Lost.” The curtain goes up at 7 p.m., but seating begins on a first-come, first-served basis at 6 p.m. $12-$15. cantigny.org.

ItascaFest: 6-11 p.m. Thursday, July 6; 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, July 7; noon to midnight Saturday, July 8; and noon to 11 p.m. Sunday, July 9, in Washington Park, Irving Park and Rush Street, Itasca. Itasca Lions Club's annual festival. facebook.com/itascalions.

Bloomingdale Kids Entertainment Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Old Town Park, Bloomingdale. Magician Mike Mauthe performs. Free. bloomingdaleparks.org.

Plaza Concert Series: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Tim Gleason Band will perform. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series — Acoustic Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. Mike & Traci of Good Clean Fun perform. In the event of inclement weather, performances will be canceled. Free. (224) 219-0007, ext. 16, or palatineparks.org.

Algonquin Summer Concerts: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. The Chicago Experience performs. Free. algonquin.org/summerconcerts.

Live & Uncorked: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Gates open at 6:15 p.m. Bring a chair and snacks. Infinity performs. Purchase tickets online for $8 or $10 at the gate. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/summerconcerts/.

Sounds of Summer: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 6-7, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. The Chain performs Thursday and Billy Elton performs Friday. Sponsored by Schwabe Group of Compass Real Estate. vah.com.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Marty “Big Dog” Mercer performs. Bring a picnic, coolers, food, drinks, chairs, blankets and small tables. Seating is first-come, first-served. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/new-summer-sounds-on-the-green.

Naperville Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Community Concert Center in Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. The concert theme is “Let's Dance.” Free. napervilleband.org.

Wheaton Municipal Band One World, Many Voices: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Guest composers Robert Sheldon and Thomas Bough join Bruce Moss with music selections that are reflective and joyous. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.