Things to do July 25-31: Lake, DuPage and McHenry County Fairs, Long Grove Vintage Days, Lollapalooza and more

Starts Before Friday

Lake County Fair: Noon to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 23-24; noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 25-26; and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Rides, food, live music, motocross, monster trucks, demolition derby, bull riding and more. Music lineup: Wednesday: Operation Glow: Taylor Swift at 8 p.m.; Thursday: The Dixon Bandits at 5 p.m. and Brass From The Past at 8 p.m.; Friday: Second Hand Soul at 6 p.m. and Hi Infidelity at 9 p.m.; Saturday: GooRoos at 9 p.m. and No Limit at 9 p.m.; and Sunday: Chicago Latin Groove at 5 p.m. and Classical Blast at 5:30 p.m. $15, $5 for kids 6-12 and 65 and older for one day; $55/$20 for a season pass; free for kids 5 and younger and active military, veterans and dependents with ID. lcfair.com/2025.

Chicago Grit: Various times through Sunday, July 27. Formerly known as Intelligentsia Cup, the 10-day criterium race series takes place across the suburbs. July 23: Cycle Brookfield Criterium; July 24: Northbrook Grand Prix; July 25: Elgin Classic; July 26: Lake Bluff Criterium; and July 27: Fulton Market Grand Prix. chicago-grit.com.

DuPage County Fair: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 24; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, July 25; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 26; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Entertainment, animals, food, exhibits, carnival rides and more. Drone light shows at 9:30 p.m. Thursday, and 10:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Music lineup: Sammy and The Knights at 7 p.m. Thursday; Two Beer Tommy at 8 p.m. Friday; Michael Lynch Music at 8 p.m. Saturday; and Thankful Dead at 5 p.m. Sunday. $12 for 13 and older; $8 for 62 and older and kids 6-12; and free for kids 5 and younger and active military with ID. Enter at County Farm Road and the main entrance. dupagecountyfair.org.

Lincolnwood Fest 2025: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, July 24; 5-11 p.m. Friday, July 25; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 26; and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Proesel Park, 6915 Kostner Ave., Lincolnwood. Live music, a business expo, carnival rides, games, bingo, a Classic Car Show and more. Free. chicagoevents.com/event/lincolnwood-fest.

Sugar Grove Corn Boil: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, July 24; 5-11 p.m. Friday, July 25; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 26; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Volunteer Park, Sugar Grove. Opening parade at 5 p.m. Friday from the Sugar Grove Library down Bastian Drive into the park. Carnival, live music, corn hole tournament, food, drinks, bingo and more. Bob Bohler Memorial Fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Saturday and car show ($10 per entry) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Free shuttle service at the library and municipal center. sugargrovecornboil.org.

Friday, July 25

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 25, in the parking lot next to the old police station on Riverview and Cedar Avenue. Featuring meat, eggs, cheese, breads, sweets, honey, microgreens, mushrooms and more. facebook.com/STCFarmersMarket.

Fun Day In The Park: 10-11 a.m. Friday, July 25, at Fabbrini Park, 1704 Glenlake Road, Hoffman Estates. Kids’ entertainment featuring “Shrek Jr. the Musical.” Free. heparks.org.

Tots in the Park: 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 25, at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove. Kids’ entertainment on the lawn. Istvan and His Imaginary Band will perform. Bring a blanket or chairs. Free. bgparks.org/tots-in-the-park.

Aurora’s Puerto Rican flag-raising ceremony: 11 a.m. to noon Friday, July 25, at One Aurora Plaza, 8 E. Galena, Aurora. aurora-il.org/2413/Flag-Raisings.

Nature in Your Neighborhood: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, at Lords Park Zoo, 210 Grand Blvd., Elgin. A storytime and craft for kids. The theme will be “Bats.” Free. elginil.gov.

Cary Children’s Entertainment: Noon Friday, July 25, at Lions Park, Silver Lake Road, north of Three Oaks Road, Cary. Entertainment from Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots. Free. carypark.com.

Downtown Elgin Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, July 25, on South Riverside Drive, Elgin. Featuring farmers, makers, live music, Sip N’ Shop, kids’ activities. Dog-friendly. LINK Matching program. downtownelgin.com/market.

Moose Cruise Nights: 4-8 p.m. Friday, July 25, in the show lot at Warren and Forest avenues in Downers Grove. Classic cars on display, including vintage muscle cars, hot rods, convertibles and classics. Concessions available. $10 per car donation requested; all donations support that week’s nonprofit. Free. dgmoose.net/moose-cruise-night.

West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, July 25, at The Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee. A mixed market offering fresh produce along with a variety of other goods such as honey, greens, soaps, breads, cheeses, flowers, artwork, wearables and other products. wdundee.org.

20th annual Roselle Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 25, at the American Legion Hall, 344 E. Maple, Roselle. Croozin' the Loop will perform. Free. cruiseroselle.com.

Streamwood Summer Celebrations: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 25; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 26; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Hoosier Grove Park, 700 Irving Park Road, Streamwood. Music, food, rides, entertainment, a parade at 10:30 a.m. Saturday and more. Music lineup: Friday: Mike & Joe; Saturday: 7th heaven; and Sunday: Hillbilly Rockstarz. Free. streamwoodsummercelebration.org.

Wicker Park Fest: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 25; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, at Wicker Park, 1346 N. Paulina St., Chicago. More than 50 emerging and established live acts from Chicago and across the nation, all performing original music. Headliners include Hotline TNT, Letters to Cleo, MSPAINT, TimaLikesMusic, Evening Elephants, Deep Sea Diver, and Liquid Mike. Local talent includes Future Rootz, Lé Bump, Earlybirds Club, and LowDown Brass Band. Also features a variety of arts and culture initiatives, local food options, vendors including bookstores and vintage sellers, a Kids Fest, Pet Fest and more. $10 entry donation is encouraged. wickerparkbucktown.com/wicker-park-fest.

Friday Night Live: 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, July 25, at the Main Street train station in downtown Downers Grove. Outside the Lines will perform. Full schedule at downtowndg.org.

Concerts at Memorial Park: 6-9:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Music from Sarah’s Place: A Zach Bryan and Noah Kahan Tribute from 6-7:15 p.m. and American Pie-Americana Then and Now at 8 p.m. $10 in advance or $12 at the gate. Tickets: memorialparkwheaton.com.

Glen Ellyn Park District’s Santa at Sunset: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, at Sunset Pool, 483 Fairview Ave., Glen Ellyn. Swim, eat pizza or a hot dog, and take pictures with the big man himself. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required for children only. $15 for residents, $20 for nonresidents. gepark.org/register.

First Friday Summer Dances: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, at Schaumburg’s Towne Square, 200 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Dance lessons by Schaumburg Arthur Murray Dance Studio from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; live music and dancing from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. parkfun.com.

Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, July 25, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Deja Vu will perform. Free. vhw.org.

Music on Maple Street: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, outside the Victorian Cottage, 23 W. Maple St., Lombard. Music from alt-folk trio Stone & Snow. Register: lombardhistory.org.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Friday, July 25, and Thursday, July 31, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Performances by Boy Band Night & Semple Band Friday, and Southern Accents, culminating with a musical fireworks display, Thursday. Free. rosemont.com/thepark/calendar.

“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time”: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, July 25 and Aug. 8; 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, July 26 to Aug. 9; and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, Batavia City Hall, 100 N. Island Ave., 3rd floor, Batavia. Albright Theatre Co.'s production. $18-$23. albrighttheatre.com.

Finally Friday: 7:30-9 p.m on Friday, July 25, at The Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee. Live music, food vendors and fun outdoors. Dirty Mac will perform. wdundee.org.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series — Main Stage Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Superfly Symphony will perform. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Trio de Chats Noirs: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 25, at First Congregational Church, 256 E. Chicago St. in Elgin. The ensemble — featuring Rachel Velvikis (horn), Mark Fry (bass trombone/euphonium), and guest pianist Christopher Powell — will perform works from Shostakovich, Brahms, Alec Wilder, J.S. Bach, Gary Kulesha and George Gershwin. Free. triodechatsnoirs.org.

Moonlight Movies: 8:30-10 p.m. Friday, July 25, at First Division Museum Military Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Concessions and adult beverages for sale. Movies start at sunset. See “Kung Fu Panda 4.” $6 per car. cantigny.org/event.

Elgin Summer Movie in the Park: Dusk Friday, July 25, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Join the fun with some family activities before “The Lego Movie” starts at dusk. Use Legos big and small to build a grand masterpiece. Concessions are available from local nonprofits. Free. elginil.gov.

A Night at the Movies: Dusk select Fridays, July 25 to Sept. 12, at Rotary Hill, 443 Aurora Ave., or 95th Street Community Plaza, 3109 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. “Elf” at 8:30 p.m. July 25 at Rotary Hill; “Freaky Friday” (2003) at 8:15 p.m. Aug. 8 at 95th Street; “Inside Out 2” at 8:15 p.m. Aug. 15 at Rotary Hill; “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” at 7:45 p.m. Aug. 29 at 95th Street; and “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 12 at 95th Street. Bring chairs and snacks. Free. napervilleparks.org/anightatthemovies.

Saturday, July 26

Wauconda Triathlons Multisport Fest: Kids’ race at 6 a.m. Saturday, July 26, and adult race at 5 a.m. Sunday, July 27, at Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda. Sunday includes a Post Race Fest with music, beer garden, awards and more. Registration: $42 for kids, starting at $55 for adults. waucondaparks.com/triathlon.

Naperville Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 26, in the Fifth Avenue Station parking lot, 200 E. Fifth Ave., Naperville. Locally grown food, breads, sweets and an array of products. facebook.com/NapervilleFarmersMarket.

Batavia Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 26, on North River Street, between Wilson and Spring streets, Batavia. Features produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Vendors must grow, harvest and/or produce at least 75% of market products. An evening market will be held from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 30. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Huntley Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 26, along Coral Street, Huntley. Fresh produce, artisanal crafts and treats from regional vendors. huntley.il.us.

Wheaton French Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Main and Liberty streets in Wheaton. Outdoor market offering fresh produce, flowers, handcrafted goods, specialty foods, jewelry, crafts, baked goods and more. bensidounusa.com/wheaton.

Art at the Glen: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, at The Glen Town Center, 2030 Tower Drive, Glenview. Featuring paintings, sculpture, photographs, jewelry and more, plus face painting, live painting classes, food, Kid’s Art Stop and more. Free. amdurproductions.com/art-at-the-glen.

Christmas in July: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Springbrook Nature Center, 130 Forest Ave., Itasca. Arts and crafts fair featuring 35 local artisans. Plus, Sweetest Moments food truck, photos with Santa, carols, bounce house, games and activities. Support the Friends of Springbrook Nature Center with a donation for a wineglass and enjoy a free wine tasting (cash only). Rain or shine. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Classic Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Abbey Farms, 2855 Hart Road, Aurora. Trophies for many categories, including Best in Show. Entertainment from DJ Tony and food and drinks for purchase. Rain date is Aug. 2. New this year: Optional advance registration for car show participants. abbeyfarms.org.

Geneva Arts Fair: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, on Third Street, Geneva. Juried fine arts show features fine artisans’ works in a host of mediums. Live acoustic music from noon to 2 p.m. both days. Free. facebook.com/GenevaILChamber.

Glen Ellyn Park District’s Home Run Derby: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Village Green Park, 130 S. Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn. Hit as many home runs as possible in a set number of pitches. The top 50% from each round will advance to the championship. Two divisions: ages 6-17, with participants providing their own pitcher, and adult, using an automated pitching machine. Refreshments available from Heavenly Hot Dogs and Two Hound Red. $20 to compete, free for spectators. Competitors must register. gepark.org/register.

Historic House open house: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 26, at 311 Windy Point Drive, Glendale Heights. Self-guided tours of this home built in 1888 that has since been restored. ghrec.org.

Long Grove Vintage Days: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 26, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at 145 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. Features all things vintage, reclaimed, handmade, upcycled, antique and repurposed in an open-air marketplace. Free. longgrove.org/festival/vintage-days.

Streamwood Summer Celebration Parade: Steps off at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 26, from Bartlett Road and Streamwood Boulevard, runs west on Streamwood Boulevard to the festival grounds at Hoosier Grove Park, 700 Irving Park Road, Streamwood. Free. streamwoodsummercelebration.org.

Wheaton Family Fun Tent: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Saturday, July 26, on Front Street, Wheaton. Animal Quest Show & Petting Zoo (with mini petting zoo from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.) Free. visitdowntownwheaton.org/events.

Uncaged in the Zoo: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Lords Park Zoo, off Grand Boulevard, Elgin. Get up close and personal with live animals. Chi-Town Exotics will be on hand. Free. elginil.gov.

Car Show: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. See classic cars and future classics and chat with the owners. Music from Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones. Food for purchase. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Lucky Duck Race Fundraiser: 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Barefoot Bay, 1461 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Adopt a duck and watch them race. Participants don't need to be present to win. Ducks are $10 each and adoptable at givebutter.com/xn2oaM.

2025 Chicago Summer Tequila Tasting Festival: 2:30-6 p.m. Saturday, July 26, check-in location TBA, Chicago. Sample top-shelf tequila. Tickets start at $15. choosechicago.com/event/chicago-summer-tequila-tasting-festival.

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights: 3-8 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at the East Metra parking lot, near the intersection of Maple and Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect. Classic cars, entertainment and more. mplions.org/cruise-nights.

Taco & Art Fest: 3-7 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at the Shell at Reed-Keppler Park, 832 Arbor Ave., West Chicago. Live music, craft and art vendors, artist demos, art stations, food trucks, a petting zoo, inflatables, a face painter and a henna artist. Taco Wars features local food vendors competing for the title of best taco. Performances by Trabuco Salsa Band, Mariachi Michoacana and District 33 Folkloric Ballet. we-goparks.org.

German Beer Garden & Summer Concert: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Merkle Cabin at Spring Valley, 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Play backyard games while listening to live music. Pretzels, bratwurst, local craft beer and soda for purchase. Free. parkfun.com.

Rockin’ the Hill: 4:30-11 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Bunker Hill Farms, 19818 Bunker Hill Road, Woodstock. Performances by Stone Temple Pilots and Joan Jett and the Black Hearts, with food trucks and more. Tickets start at $150. bhfarms.com/rockin-the-hill-2025.

Concerts at Memorial Park: 6-9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Music from Anchors Away from 6-7:15 p.m. and Gone 2 Paradise — The Ultimate Jimmy Buffett Experience at 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Cosley Zoo, DuPage County Historical Museum, and Play for All Playground and Garden foundations. $20 in advance or $25 at the gate. Tickets: memorialparkwheaton.com.

Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, July 26, on South Park Avenue, Lombard. Classic and custom cars, live music, and kids’ activities, including face painting, balloon artists, magic shows and more. Live music from 6-9 p.m. Kaleidoscope Eyes will perform. Free. villageoflombard.org/cruisenights.

Morton Arboretum walking play: 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, starting at Thornhill Shelter at Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Full-length plays, adapted exclusively for The Morton Arboretum and performed by local professional actors. A walk leader guides the audience to each scene, which takes place at several natural backdrop locations along a one- to two-mile hiking route. Bring water and portable chairs or blankets for seating. $27 for ages 18 and older, $17 for ages 2-17, $10 less for members, free for children younger than 2. mortonarb.org/explore/activities/events/walking-plays.

Venetian Night Chicago: 6 p.m. Saturday, July 26, on the Chicago Riverwalk. A vibrant homage to Venice, Italy, celebrating cultural heritage through music, art and a lighted boat parade at 8:30 p.m. Free for spectators. iahrf.org/venetian-night-chicago.

Cantigny Summer Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at First Division Museum’s Tank Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. American English will perform. Cantigny’s Beer Garden and Cafe will be open. $21 per car; season pass available. cantigny.org/events.

Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 26, in Wheaton College Edman Chapel, 401 E. Franklin St., Wheaton. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturday, July 26; and 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks display set to popular and special occasion soundtracks. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

Sunday, July 27

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 27, in a city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

Bloomingdale Maker’s Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 27, in the parking lot of Old Town, Third and Franklin streets, Bloomingdale. Rain or shine. Features local vendors (home decor, jewelry, blankets, clothes and more), entertainment, food trucks and more. facebook.com/thebloomingdalemakersmarket.

Crystal Lake Farmers Market+ At The Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 27, on the front lawn of the Dole Mansion, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Live music, kids’ activities, beverages, food trucks and more. farmersmarketatthedole.org.

Lambs Farm Car Show Benefit: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Lambs Farm, 14245 W. Rockland Road, Libertyville. Variety of makes and models of cars, bikes and trucks in the main parking lot. Free for spectators. lambsfarm.org.

Scott Smith’s All Animal Expo: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. Bimonthly show that hosts vendors from the Midwest. $3-$8. allanimalexpo.com.

Pickle Palooza!: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Sholes School and Durant House at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles. The Durant Garden is growing fresh dill this summer so participants can make their own jar of pickles; one jar per family. All supplies will be provided. $3 or $1 for ages 18 and younger. ppfv.org.

BrightSide Theatre Summer in the Parks: 2 p.m. Sunday, July 27, in the Community Park band shell, 1825 Short St., Lisle. This year’s series, “Fun in the Sun: A Broadway Musical Revue,” features popular, and comedic songs from Broadway musicals. In partnership with Lisle Park District. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. brightsidetheatre.com/parks.

Railroad Street Block Party: 2-5 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Duke's Alehouse parking lot, 110 N. Main St., Crystal Lake. Featuring talented local bands, food from local eateries, and family activities and games for kids. Free. facebook.com/dukesalehouse.

Gospelfest: 3-7 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Greenbelt Cultural Center, 1215 Green Bay Road, North Chicago. With headliner award-winning gospel artist Dr. Frozene Lott Hayes, as well as Rose & Co., Light of the World, Christian Valley Missionary Baptist Church, and Tara Pipes. Concertgoers can bring their own food or purchase from a local vendor. Free. LCFPD.org/gospelfest.

“Our Favorite Things” piano and organ concert: 3 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road in Naperville. Featuring Henry Rye, Myroslav Mykhailenko, and José Rosado. A light reception will follow with fellowship time with the artists. peopleofgrace.org.

Wheeling’s Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 5-6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Are You Ready For It? will perform. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Coolers are allowed; no outside alcohol permitted. Soft drinks, water, beer and seltzer for purchase. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Naperville Concert in Your Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 27, at Cantore Park, 2507 Warm Springs Lane, Naperville. Mixtape Junkies perform. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. napervilleparks.org/concertsinyourpark.

Monday, July 28

Hinsdale Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, July 28, along Chicago Avenue, between Garfield and Washington, Hinsdale. Fresh produce and unique finds from farms and stores. hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-market.

Movie Night: 7 p.m. Monday, July 28, at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. See “Mamma Mia!” (2008). $1 at the door; cash only ($20 bills or less). Concessions for purchase. Credit/debit cards accepted at concessions. paramountaurora.com/series/movie-mondays.

Tuesday, July 29

Warrenville Summer Park Pop-ups: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Sesqui Park, 29W200 Warrenville Road. Pop-up play program with activities and games. Warrenville Public Library is participating with a fun activity. Free. warrenvilleparks.org.

McHenry County Fair: Noon to 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 29; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 30-31; 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 1-2; and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at the McHenry County Fairgrounds, 11900 Country Club Road, Woodstock. Carnival, food, music, entertainment and more. Demo Derby at 6 p.m. Sunday. $10 for ages 13-64; $5 for ages 6-12 and 65 and older and military; $30 for season passes. mchenrycountyfair.com/tickets.

Naper Settlement Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, on the museum grounds, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Offering an assortment of goods from mission-based, fair-trade or local vendors, from coffee to candles, plus fresh produce, pottery, honey and more. napersettlement.org.

Arlington Heights Police Department National Night Out: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at North School Park, North Evergreen Avenue and East Eastman Street, Arlington Heights. Live entertainment, activities and more. Free. vah.com.

Concerts in the Plaza: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. Soul Sacrifice will perform. $10 vehicle entrance fee starting at 4:30 p.m. lcfpd.org/things-to-do/concerts.

Crystal Lake Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. Crystal Lake Community Band will perform. Free. For parking locations, see crystallakeparks.org/special-events.

Downers Grove Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Fishel Park’s Veterans Memorial Pavilion, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. The Hat Guys will perform. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. dgparks.org/summer-concert-series.

Dundee Township Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Lions Park in East Dundee. Centerfold will perform. Food and drinks sold by Dundee Township Lions Club, with proceeds benefiting the community. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. dtpd.org/concerts-in-the-park.

Huntley Concerts on the Square: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Huntley Town Square on Coral Street, Huntley. Cadillac Groove will perform. Free. huntley.il.us.

Morton Grove Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at the Harrer Park Pavilion, 6250 Dempster St., Morton Grove. Family-friendly concerts. The Saturday June Band will perform, with food vendor Koala’s Kitchen Stadium Style. Food and drink sales begin at 6 p.m. Free. mortongroveparks.com.

Summer Concerts at the Gazebo: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at the Addison Village Green gazebo, One Friendship Plaza. Featuring Pistol Pete, a Chicago Blues guitarist. Hosted by Addison Center for the Arts. Bring lawn chairs and coolers. Free. addisoncenterforthearts.com.

Mid-Summer Classics Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Village Green, 901 Wellington Ave., Elk Grove Village. Bachman-Turner Overdrive will perform. Free. elkgrove.org.

Waukegan Band Summer Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, at Stiner Pavillion at Waukegan Municipal Beach, 201 E. Seahorse Drive, Waukegan. Free. waukeganband.com.

Wednesday, July 30

National Sports Collectors Convention: 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 30; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 31 to Aug. 2; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Sports card and memorabilia trade show with over 600 vendors, autograph signing and authentication, card grading and more. $30, $149.99 for a five-day pass, free for ages 12 and younger. nsccshow.com.

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Petal Porch, Main and Prospect streets, Roselle. Outdoor market with rotating vendors offering fresh produce, handcrafted goods, specialty foods and more. roselle.il.us.

Highwood Evening Gourmet Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Over 60 vendors and music at 6 p.m. each week. Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners will perform. Free admission. celebratehighwood.org.

Batavia Farmers Market evening: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, on North River Street, between Wilson and State streets, Batavia. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

UnPlug at the Park: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Pleasant Run Park, Wheeling. Mad Science Fire & Ice Show. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Arbor Evenings: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Morton Arboretum's Frost Hill, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Music, lawn games, food and drinks. Color Me Amused will perform. $15 for ages 13 and older, $5 for kids 4-12. Advance tickets required: mortonarb.org.

Northbrook Days 2025: 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, July 30; 5-10 p.m. Thursday, July 31; 6-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, in the West Metra Commuter Lot of the Northbrook Train Station, 1401 Shermer Road, Northbrook. Rides, games, live music, food, beer, wine and more. Free. northbrookdays.com.

Glendale Heights Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Camera Park, 101 Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Family-friendly concerts. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Exit 47 will perform. Free. ghrec.org.

Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at the Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. Bon Journeyed will perform. Food for purchase. Free. shopthearb.com.

Arbortheater Concerts: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at the Memorial Arbortheater, 50 S. Fairway Drive, Vernon Hills. School of Rock will perform. Free. vernonhills.org.

Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at North School Park, 307 N. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights. The theme is “The Greatest Show in the Park,” with circus-related music. Free. arlingtonheightsband.org.

Batavia’s River Rhapsody Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Ave., Batavia. American Cash will perform. Wine, beer and food for purchase. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Geneva Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at River Park, 151 N. River Lane, Geneva. Live music, food trucks, and alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Dennis O’Brien Band will perform. Free. genevaparks.org.

Itasca Outdoor Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Wine with Me, 111 Gigi Gruber Lane, Itasca. Sealed With a Kiss will perform. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com/239/Summer-Concert-Series.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Lehmann Mansion, 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa. Shout Out will perform. Free. lindenhurstparks.org.

Bensenville Music in the Park: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Center and Main streets, Bensenville. Food and music. Cruise Nights at 6 p.m.; no entry fee. The Country Night will perform. Free. bensenville.il.us.

Toyota Movie Nights: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. See “Little Mermaid” (2023). Free; VIP reserved seating available for $33; rent a chair for $5. gallagherway.com.

Thursday, July 31

Daley Plaza Farmers Markets: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Daley Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., Chicago. Chicago’s longest-running farmers market, featuring dozens of local merchants offering fresh produce and prepared food, flowers and other garden plants, handcrafted merchandise and other locally-sourced goods. chicago.gov.

Lollapalooza: Noon to 10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, July 31 to Aug. 3, in Grant Park, Chicago. Scheduled performances include Tyler the Creator and Luke Combs on Thursday; Olivia Rodrigo and Korn on Friday; Rufus Du Sol and Twice on Saturday; and Sabrina Carpenter and A$AP Rocky on Sunday. Tickets start at $189 for one day, $378 for two days, $415 for four days. lollapalooza.com.

Barrington Thursday Night Out: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Cook and Station streets, Barrington. Barrington Farmers Market, classic cars, live music, family activities and more. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/thursday-night-out.

Wrigleyville Night Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. Vendors offering specialty foods, crafts and artisanal goods, with live music and kid-friendly activities. Free admission. gallagherway.com.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, July 31, at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave., Highland Park. Food trucks and live music in the Ravinia District. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com.

Geneva Classic Car Show: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at the Kane County Courthouse, off Fourth and James streets, Geneva. Music, food and vote for your favorite make and model. To display your 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 + Concert in the Park: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Veterans Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry. Live music, local vendors and food trucks. Lara Bell Band will perform. Free. facebook.com/pearlstreetmarketmchenry.

Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, July 31, on three blocks on Cass Avenue in downtown Westmont. Live music, classic cars, family activities, car clubs, art and market vendors. All makes and models. Enter at Cass and Norfolk. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights.

Downtown Summer Sounds: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 31, in Fountain Square, Evanston. Mixx Company Band will perform. Free. downtownevanston.org.

Rock ’N Wheels: 6 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Food from local restaurants and kids’ activities. Concerts at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Mac Attack and American English will perform. Addison Historical Museum open house from 5:30-8 p.m. features a craft and vintage fair. Car show located at Green Meadow Shopping Center in spots along Lake Street only. Free. ithappensinaddison.com/events.

Music in the Park: 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, in Covered Bridge Park, next to 445 Robert Parker Coffin Road, Long Grove. L&M Experience performs eclectic acoustic covers and originals. Free. longgrove.org/event/music-in-the-park.

Elmhurst Music at the Gazebo: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Wild Meadows Trace, Prairie Path and Spring Road, Elmhurst. Elmhurst School of Rock & the Sting Rays perform. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. springroad.com/our-events.

Lake Forest Summer Concerts: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Market Square in Lake Forest. Serendipity will perform. Free. LFParksandRec.com.

Thursday Nights Live: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Free concerts in the plaza with food and beverage options from local restaurants. Deadfest performs. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Libido Funk Circus performs. Food trucks at 6 p.m. Bring a lawn chair. For the weekly list of food trucks, see Algonquin.org/summerconcerts.

Elgin’s Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Lords Park, 100 Oakwood Blvd., Elgin. Side Street Studio Arts Open Mic Night. Food truck. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. In case of bad weather, the event will be canceled. Free. elginil.gov or facebook.com/cityofelgin.

It’s Thursday Concerts: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at the Antioch Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Kashmir — The Led Zeppelin Show will perform. Free. antioch.il.gov.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. Billy Elton will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

St. Charles Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, in the Lincoln Park gazebo, off Fifth and Main streets, St. Charles. The Messengers will perform. Bring a blanket and chairs. Free. stcparks.org/summer-concerts.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Jose Valdes and The Mambo All-Stars perform. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Naperville Municipal Band Concerts in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. The theme will be “Celebration of the Big Band.” Free. napervilleband.org.

Palatine Outdoor Movie Night: 7:30-10 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. See “Toy Story.” Free. palatineparks.org.

Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. With guest conductor Alfred Watkins. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Ongoing

McHenry Stade’s Farm Market: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Oct. 31 at 3709 Miller Road, McHenry. Free. stadesfarmandmarket.com.

Bristol Renaissance Faire: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 1, off I-94 at the Illinois/Wisconsin border, 12550 120th Ave., Kenosha. Travel back in time for 30 acres of jousting, arts and crafts, food, music, dance, rides, games, entertainers and more. $40, $15 for kids 5-12, and free for kids 4 and younger. renfair.com/bristol.

Hershey Super Sweet Adventure: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays, through July 31, at Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago. A family-friendly, interactive journey with hands-on activities and play centered around Hershey’s treats. Tickets start at $24.99. hersheysupersweetadventure.com.

“Hokusai & Ukiyo-e, The Floating World”: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, and 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 21, at Cleve Carney Museum of Art, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Timed tickets are $27-$32 or anytime tickets for $40. atthemac.org/events/hokusai.

Patterned by Nature: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily through Sept. 21 at the Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Celebrates the universal attraction to patterns through playfully planted gardens and nature-inspired artistic installations. Admission: $19.95-$21.95 for adults, $13.95-$15.95 for kids 3-12, and free for kids younger than 3. chicagobotanic.org/patterns.

“True West”: 8 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, 1 and 5:30 p.m. Sundays, 1:30 and 7 p.m. Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 31, at Copley Theatre, 8 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Bold Series continues with Sam Shepard’s tale of sibling rivalry and the American dream. Tickets: paramountaurora.com/events/true-west.