Things to do Aug. 14-20: Little Bear Ribfest, Hampshire Coon Creek Country Days and more

Friday, Aug. 14

69th annual Sycamore Steam Show & Threshing Bee: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Aug. 14-16, at the Taylor Marshall Farm, 27707 Lukens Road, off Plank Road, Sycamore. Hosted by the Northern Illinois Steam Power Club. All of the engines whistle at noon. Parade at 1:30 p.m. daily. See steam engines, gas engines, antique car display, World War II display, lawn and garden tractor display, windmills, and demos on threshing/baling, corn shelling and flour mills. Also, fresh produce, flea market, FFA zoo, live music and Fay’s BBQ. $10, free for kids younger than 12. sycamoresteamshow.com.

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, in the parking lot on Riverside and State Avenue in downtown St. Charles. Featuring fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheese, breads, sweets, honey, and more. facebook.com/STCFarmersMarket.

48th Mid-America Bonsai Exhibition: Noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 15-16, at Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Sponsored by the Midwest Bonsai Society, one of the largest regional shows in the nation featuring over 80 world-class trees from across the Midwest and beyond. Thirty vendors selling trees, tools, pots, stands, scrolls, soil/fertilizers, etc. Workshops, demonstrations, bonsai tour, tree raffle and society gear available. Included in general admission. midwestbonsai.org.

Cary Children’s Entertainment: Noon Friday, Aug. 14, at Lions Park Rotary Bandshell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary. Wendy and DB will perform. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. carypark.com.

The International Gem & Jewelry Show: Noon to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center, 1551 Thoreau Drive North, Schaumburg. Vendors of gems, jewelry, jewelry making equipment, precious metals, imports and more. Children under 9 not permitted. $6 online, $8 at the door. intergem.com.

Downtown Elgin Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, on South Riverside Drive, Elgin. Farmers, makers, live music, Sip N’ Shop and kids’ activities. LINK Matching program. downtownelgin.com/market.

Lake Zurich Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Henry J. Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Fresh produce, baked goods, sauces, spices, honey, cheese, eggs, meats and more. With live music, pop-up events, kids’ activities and more. Free. lakezurich.org/366/Farmers-Market.

Fan Expo Chicago: 4-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Comic and pop culture convention featuring celebrity guests, cosplay, comics, gaming, anime, events, vendors and more. Scheduled guests include Kurt Russell, Mel Gibson, Jared Padalecki, Elijah Wood, Karl Urban, Mr. T, John Carpenter, Miranda Otto and more. Tickets start at $41 per day, $89 for three days. fanexpohq.com/fanexpochicago.

Groovin’ in the Grove Food Truck Fridays: 4-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Sugar Grove Public Library, 125 S. Municipal Drive, Sugar Grove. Food trucks. Bring a lawn chair. sugargrovechamber.org.

West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at The Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee. Fresh produce, honey, greens, soaps, breads, cheeses, flowers, artwork, wearables and more. wdundee.org.

Little Bear Ribfest: 5-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14-15, in the Century Park Arboretum, 1001 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills. Local rib vendors, beer, wine and bourbon-tasting. Music lineup: Friday: Kickin’ It with Carol Line Dancing at 5 p.m., McKenzie O’Brien Band at 7 p.m. and Vegas McGraw at 9 p.m.; Saturday: A Patch of Blues at 5 p.m.; Stefan Hillesheim at 7 p.m.; and The Grady Experience at 9 p.m. $6, free for kids 5 and younger; $75 VIP experience includes all-you-can-eat rib buffet from 6-9 p.m. Saturday (must be purchased in advance). vhparkdistrict.org/little-bear-ribfest.

Montgomery Fest: 5-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Montgomery Park, 301 N. River St., Montgomery. Old-fashioned summer fun with live entertainment, craft show, carnival, food vendors, beer tent and more. Car show on Saturday; parade, carp fishing derby and fireworks on Sunday. Kids’ entertainment Saturday with Miss Jamie’s Farm at 10:30 a.m., Dave’s Traveling World of Reptiles at 11:45 a.m. and Jason Kollum Bubble Show at 1:30 p.m. Music lineup: Friday: The Throwbacks at 5:30 p.m. and 52nd Street — The Music of Billy Joel at 8 p.m.; Saturday: Jeff and Kurt’s Acoustic Refreshment at 11 a.m., Vital Signs at 12:30 p.m., Serendipity at 3 p.m., Latin Swing Factor at 5:30 p.m., and Brass on Fire at 8 p.m.; and Sunday: American Cash at 11:30 a.m., Wild Daisy at 2 p.m., Crawford’s Daughter at 4:30 p.m., and Whiskey Road at 7 p.m., with a fireworks show across the river at 9 p.m. Free. montgomeryil.org.

Naper Nights Concert Series: 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14-15, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Friday: Epic Rock Covers by Dan Peters Band, and JUMP, America’s Van Halen Experience. Saturday: Taylor Swift Tribute by Sparks Fly, and Toby Keith Tribute by Made in America. Food from local restaurants, food trucks, businesses, a free kids’ area and more. Gates open at 5 p.m., with concerts from 6-7:30 p.m. and 8-10 p.m. $25, $15 for kids 4-12. napersettlement.org.

Sounds of Summer & Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at 320 N. Wood Dale Road (Commercial Street), Wood Dale. Car shows start at 5 p.m., followed by live music at 7 p.m. AC/DC tribute DownPour will perform. Bring lawn chairs and picnics. Food vendors on-site; outside coolers welcome. Free. wooddale.com.

Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton: 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Port Clinton Square, 601 Central Ave., Highland Park. Lush Life will perform. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com/portclintonconcerts.

FRIDAYS ROCK! & Roll in Meadows: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, in Kimball Hill Park, 3286 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Performances include No Limit Sound at 6 p.m. and Motown Nation at 8 p.m. Free. cityrm.org.

Glenwood Avenue Arts Festival: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Glenwood Avenue Arts District, 6900 N. Glenwood Ave., Chicago. Artists and craftworkers. Free. glenwoodave.org.

Hampshire Coon Creek Country Days: 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, Aug. 14; 1 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 15; and 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, on State Street in downtown Hampshire. Nightly entertainment, carnival, beer garden, food vendors, craft show and more. Touch-A-Truck from 1-3 p.m. Saturday. On Sunday, parade at noon along State Street, free corn roast starting at 1 p.m. and ice cream-eating contest at 3 p.m. Kids’ activities throughout the weekend. Music lineup: Friday: Hillbilly Rockstarz at 6:30 p.m. and Semple at 9:30 p.m.; Saturday: Trending Time at 1:30 p.m., Back Country Roads at 5:30 p.m. and Modern Day Romeos after the 9:15 p.m. fireworks; and Sunday: Whiskey Romance Band at 1:30 p.m. Free. hcccd.com.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, and Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 1st Street Plaza, 29 S. First St., St. Charles; Flagship on the Fox, 100 S. Riverside Ave., St. Charles; and The Evergreen Pub & Grill, 1400 W. Main St., St. Charles. Friday: Jacquelyn Vale Duo at 1st Street Plaza and Matt Keen at Flagship on the Fox; Wednesday: Nicole Devine & Corey Marshall at 1st Street Plaza and Aaron Kelly at The Evergreen Pub & Grill. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Out of Storage Band will perform. Free. vhw.org.

NEXUS Chamber Music Festival: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Guarneri Hall, 11 E. Adams St., Chicago. “Music for 8,” featuring the Chicago premiere of John Novacek’s string octet, a world premiere by Michael R. Dudley Jr. and more. $50, student discounts available. guarnerihall.org.

Carpentersville Movies in the Park: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Carpenter Park, 275 Maple Ave., Carpentersville. A rotating lineup of local food vendors and a movie starting at dusk. Free popcorn, snow cones and cotton candy from the Carpentersville Clergy Commission. Free. cville.org. cville.org/calendar.aspx.

Pauly Shore: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, and 4 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Zanies Comedy Club Rosemont, 5437 Park Place, Rosemont. Stand-up comedy. $37.95-$48.75. rosemont.zanies.com.

Woodstock Summer Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. The Blooze Brothers will perform. Free. woodstockil.gov.

“Newsies The Musical”: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at St. Simon’s Church, 717 W. Kirchoff Road in Arlington Heights. ArtReach Educational Theatre and Spotlite Theatrix production. $20 in advance, $22 at the door, $20 for students and seniors. artreachspotlite.com/tickets.

“Puffs”: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14-15, at the Batavia Government Center, 100 N. Island Ave., third floor, Batavia. Albright Community Theatre production of Matt Cox’s comedy about a certain boy wizard who went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. $23 or $18 for kids 13 and younger and 65 and older. albrighttheatre.com.

“Three Pianos — An Evening With Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness”: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, 1300 S. Linn White Drive, Chicago. An intimate performance by Andrew McMahon and his three projects — Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness — along with his collection of personal pianos. Tickets start at $67.20. andrewmcmahon.com.

Friday Night Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove. Will Branch will perform. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., or tune in virtually. Suggested donation $10 (cash or PayPal). twowaystreet.org.

Rock the Rails: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at 28 Mile Distilling Co., 454 Sheridan Road Highwood. Live music just steps from the Metra line. Michael Winslow will perform. $25-$35. 28miledistilling.com.

Elgin Summer Movie in the Park: Dusk Friday, Aug. 14, at College Green Park, 1900 College Green Drive, Elgin. Family activities before the animated musical comedy “Encanto” in Spanish with English subtitles. Concessions from local nonprofits. Free. elginil.gov.

Saturday, Aug. 15

Downtown Downers Grove Market: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Metra station south lot, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove. Over 60 vendors offering locally grown produce, fresh baked goods, handmade soaps, floral arrangements, handcrafted coffee beverages, artisanal cheeses and more. ymcachicago.org/indian-boundary/downtown-downers-grove-market.

Artisan Collective: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 15, on North River Street, Batavia. Local artisans offering handmade goods and vintage items. Free. downtownbatavia.com.

Aurora Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 15, at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St., and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at West Plaza, 1999 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods and pastry items, local food trucks and vendors (including Dick’s Mini Donuts), coffee, artisan items and more. aurora-il.org.

Batavia’s morning farmers market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 15, on North River Street between Wilson and Spring streets, Batavia. Produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. The Artisan Collective will feature handmade items from artists, makers and designers. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Huntley Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, along Coral Street, Huntley. Fresh produce, artisanal crafts and treats from regional vendors. huntley.il.us.

Lisle French Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, in the Metra parking lot at 1001 Burlington Ave. in Lisle. Featuring fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more. bensidounusa.com/lisle.

Wheaton French Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Main and Liberty streets, Wheaton. The outdoor market run by Bensidoun USA offers fresh produce, flowers, handcrafted goods, specialty foods, jewelry, crafts, baked goods and more. bensidounusa.com/wheaton.

Dundee Depot Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Vintage finds, handmade goods, bakery goods and locally crafted products. Free. eastdundee.net.

DuPage County Record Rendezvous: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at American Legion Post 80, 4000 Saratoga Ave., Downers Grove. Rock, heavy metal, soul, soundtracks, current artists and classic bands. Wide range of prices with something for every budget. LPs, CDs, 45s and more. Early bird for $10 starts at 9 a.m. $2. Free parking. midwestmusicmarketplace.com.

Pond & Garden Tour: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. Explore gardens with water features in the St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia area. Online sales end at 11:59 p.m. Aug. 13; additional tickets available for purchase in person at the Pond Shop, 901 Aqualand Way, St. Charles. $30 per vehicle. Register: aquascapeconstruction.com.

Shakespeare on the Grass: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the downtown gazebo, 201-261 S. Walnut St., Itasca. Overshadowed Theatrical Productions in partnership with the village of Itasca presents Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Food trucks on site. Free with registration: overshadowed.org.

Summer Saturday Storybook Adventure: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 15, at Sensory Garden Playground, 2751 International Drive, Lisle. Story times available every 30 minutes, each at a different part of the playground. Find hidden stickers of storybook characters throughout the playground. Design your own bookmark. Free, $5 suggested donation per family. RSVP: eventbrite.com or wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Rusty Rodeo: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 15, at Mount St. Mary Park pavilion, off Route 31, St. Charles, and North Aurora Island Park, 4 E. State St., North Aurora. Join naturalists in the water with dip nets to collect, ID and remove rusty crawfish. Learn about the native and invasive aquatic species. Prizes awarded for the biggest, smallest and largest number of crawfish collected. Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get muddy, and bring a dip net. Partnership program with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, St. Charles Park District, Fox Valley Park District and Friends of the Fox. Free. stcnature.org or kaneforest.com.

Printer’s Row Art Fest: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 15-16, at Necessary & Sufficient Coffee — Printers Row, 728 S. Dearborn St., Chicago. 95 juried artists from across the country. Free. amdurproductions.com/printers-row-art-fest-new.

Swingin’ and Singin’ Summer Celebration: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 15, at Hero Park, 2041 N. Orchard Lane, Round Lake Beach. Play at the accessible playground, enjoy sensory activities, see a live kids’ show with Being Bilingual Rocks by Alina Celeste and Mi Amigo Hamlet and more. Free. rlapd.org.

Wine and Art Walk: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 15-16, along Meadow Lake Trail at The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Juried art show features photography, woodturning, jewelry, painting, ceramics, fused glass, fiber arts, and more artworks created by about 70 artists in the Midwest and beyond. Included with Arboretum general admission. mortonarb.org.

BACC Family Fest: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, in Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. Kids’ activities, giveaways, magic show, music, food, entertainment and more. Free. barringtonchamber.com.

Battle of the Bands: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Shell at Reed-Keppler Park, 832 Arbor Ave., West Chicago. Local bands, followed by a special headline performance by 28Days. Food trucks and bounce houses. Free. we-goparks.org.

Hope Fest 2026: Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at On the Rocks, 175 N. Harbor Place, Waukegan. A day of live performances, multiple DJs, entertainment and more. Performances include Tim “Spinnin” Schommer, Patrick Wayne and Erik G. In-Effect. Free. waukeganil.gov.

Grayslake SummerFest: 1 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 15, at 10 Seymour Ave., Grayslake. Food trucks, craft beer, parade at 1 p.m., music from 7th heaven and Boy Mob, bingo and more. Free. thatsadoozy.com/grayslake-summer-fest.

“I Saw It at Lords Park Zoo — Animals From the Zoo’s Early Years”: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. Lords Park Zoo, opened in 1895, was once home to bears, snakes and even a lion. Visit the modern Tefft Farm Zoo and make crafts to remember past zoo residents. Elgin Area Historical Society program for kids 3-8. elginil.gov.

World Famous Wheaton Illinois All Night Flea Market: 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton. Dealers from across the Midwest with antiques, collectibles, toys, sports collectibles, crafts, artwork, pop culture and more. Indoor and outdoor vendors; rain or shine. $10 at the gate; free for kids 12 and younger with an adult. Free parking. zurkopromotions.com.

Hot August Night Benefit Car Show: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. Restored classics, custom builds, trucks, motorcycles, music and entertainment. Free. realwoodstock.com.

Park Palooza: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Berens Park, 493 N. Oaklawn Ave., Elmhurst. Live music from School of Rock and Bon Journeyed, kids’ activities, games, beer garden and more. Food trucks: Billy Bricks on Wheels, Hippie Gourmet Grilled Cheese Truck, Kimmer’s Ice Cream, Kona Ice, Kori’s Koop, Mario’s Cart, Smallcakes of Elmhurst, Smash N’ Roll and Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck. Rain or shine. Hosted by the Elmhurst Park District. Free. epd.org/news/park-palooza.

ArtWauk: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, in the Arts & Entertainment District, 2001 Belvedere Road, Waukegan. The monthly celebration of arts in downtown Waukegan and the Belvidere Mall includes art exhibits, musicians and performances. Free. artwauk.com.

Hops Aboard: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road, Union. Adults-only beer fest celebrating local breweries and beer’s history with the railroad. Each ticket is good for one 5-ounce pour. Discover how the railroad helped grow Milwaukee’s beer industry with a Beer Line-themed exhibit from the Center for Railroad Photography & Art. Local food trucks and live music. Electric and steam or diesel trains will be operating. $45; $20 designated driver. irm.org/event/hops-aboard/.

Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, on South Park Avenue, Lombard. Cruise Nights brings together classic and custom cars, live music from 6-9 p.m. and Lombard’s local businesses. Blooze Brothers will perform. Kids’ Corner with face painting, balloon artists, magic shows and more. Lawn chairs can be set up starting at 5 p.m. Parking is available in the Metra commuter lots. villageoflombard.org/cruisenights.

Morton Arboretum walking play: 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 15-16, starting at Thornhill Shelter at Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” runs approximately 90 minutes and includes a 1.5-mile walk, with no intermission. Suitable for all ages, with some crass humor and romantic situations. $27 for 18 and older, $17 for kids 2-17. mortonarb.org.

Always Olivia: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Raue Center For The Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Olivia Newton-John tribute starring Annie Aiello featuring opening act Jack Aiello. $31.50-$65. rauecenter.org.

Summer Breeze Concert Series: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. 16 Candles will perform. Free. parkfun.com.

Lindsey Stirling: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Road, Rosemont. “Duality Untamed Tour.” Tickets start at $65.75. rosemont.com/theatre.

Roselle Independence Celebration fireworks show: Dusk, Saturday, Aug. 15, at Lake Park High School West Campus, 500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. in Roselle. Rescheduled from July 3. Free. roselle.il.us.

Poi Dog Pondering: 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring bag chairs or blankets. $46. paramountaurora.com.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15; 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks display set to popular and special occasion soundtracks. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

Sunday, Aug. 16

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Mike Rylko Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Fresh local food and food-related services. Business-sponsored booths and nonprofit booths will showcase local organizations and businesses. Free. vbg.org/FarmersMarket.

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, in a city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

Bloody Mary Fest: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Mixologists and vendors will compete for the Proud Mary Award for the best Bloody Mary. Free. celebratehighwood.org/bloody-mary-fest.

Crystal Lake Farmers Market+ At The Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, on the front lawn of the Dole Mansion, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Food vendors, live music, kids’ activities, beverages, food trucks and more. farmersmarketatthedole.org.

French Market: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Prairie Landing Golf Club, 2325 Longest Drive, West Chicago. Showcasing local makers and small businesses. Explore fresh produce, handcrafted goods, including jewelry, home decor, gourmet treats, and art. McChesney’s Pub & Grill will have food and beverages available for purchase. Free admission. prairielanding.com.

GoGreen Mount Prospect Native Garden Tour: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16. Tour Mount Prospect gardens that incorporate native plants and trees. Visit at your own leisure, whether walking, biking or driving to each site. Pick up educational materials on creating a more sustainable yard. Free. Map available the week of the tour at gogreenmp.org.

Honey Fest: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Heritage Farm at Spring Valley, 201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg. Honey tastings, historic demonstrations, interactive displays and bee-inspired crafts. Honey-themed treats, beeswax crafts and beverages for purchase. Free. parkfun.com.

Hampshire Coon Creek Country Days Parade: Noon Sunday, Aug. 16. Starting at Warner Street, west on Washington Avenue to State Street, south on State to Panama Avenue, then back to Warner Street. hcccd.com.

Life and Times of World War II: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Powers Walker House, Route 31 and Harts Road, Ringwood. Visit the Greek Revival 1854 house and learn about the families that once called it home. Learn about the Schaeffer and Steinmetz families of the World War II period, with military artifacts and tales from both civilian life and the front lines. Kids 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in. Free. mccdistrict.org.

Vintage Baseball: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Cantigny Park polo field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. See how the game was played over 100 years ago with the DuPage Plowboys vs. Creston Regulators. Players follow 1850s rules and regulations. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, game will be canceled. Free with paid parking. cantigny.org.

Monarch Fair: 12:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. Learn about monarchs, with butterfly and pollinator plants information, a monarch art show, science and art activities, and information from 16 exhibitors and more. A Community Band Showcase at 1 p.m. Free. hackmatacknwr.org.

Bread & Butter Sunday: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Durant House Museum at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles. Learn about making bread and butter the old-fashioned way. Help to churn cream into butter and see old butter molds and stamps on display. The one-room schoolhouse will be open featuring “Memory Gems,” short poems meant to teach social values, morals and healthy practices. $3 or $1 for 18 and younger. ppfv.org.

Elgin’s Shakespeare in the Park: 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Lords Park picnic shelter, 100 Oakwood Blvd., and 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Wing Park band shell, 1010 Wing St., Elgin. Goodly Creatures Theatre’s annual production features the comedy “As You Like It.” Bring chairs, blankets and snacks. Rain dates: 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Wing Park. Free. goodlycreatures.com.

BrightSide Theatre Summer in the Parks: 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at Arrowhead Park, 711 Iroquois Ave., Naperville. “Classic Broadway” featuring songs that defined the American musical. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. brightsidetheatre.com/parks.

Totally Tubular Festival: 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. 1980s New Wave music, including Thomas Dolby and The Lost Toy People, A Flock of Seagulls, Men Without Hats, The Producers, Animotion, The Escape Club and Tommy Tutone. Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring bag chairs or blankets. $45 or VIP $195. paramountaurora.com.

Monday, Aug. 17

Hinsdale Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, along Chicago Avenue, between Garfield and Washington, Hinsdale. The 50th annual market offers fresh produce and unique finds from their farms and stores. hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-market.

After Hours Film Society: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, at Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. “Steal This Story, Please!” documentary on journalist Amy Goodman. $11. afterhoursfilmsociety.com.

Plein Air St. Charles: Monday to Sunday, Aug. 17-23. St. Charles Arts Council's weeklong event welcomes 55 artists from across the U.S. who will set up outside, all around town, to paint picturesque scenes of St. Charles. There also will be activities for the public to participate in, including a plein air demonstration, a “Quick Paint” competition, Mindful Creativity for area children, and a Writers Event. Free. stcharlesil.gov.

Tuesday, Aug. 18

Lombard Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, on South Park Avenue at St. Charles Road, Lombard. Seasonal fruits, vegetables, handcrafted goods, live music and kids’ activities. lombardchamber.com.

Naper Settlement Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Live music and food trucks. Free hands-on demonstrations and classes. napersettlement.org.

Wauconda Cruise Nights: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Route 176 and West Mill Street, Wauconda. Cars on display and family-friendly activities. Free. waucondacruisenight.com.

South Elgin Cruise Night: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Panton Mill Park parking lot, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Show off your ride; no registration is required. Food truck on-site. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Acoustic Jams in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Mount St. Mary Park, off Route 31, St. Charles. Kurtis James will perform. Free. stcparks.org.

Sound Meditation with Jay Taylor: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at The Auditorium, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. A seated sound meditation experience. No previous experience required. Guests will receive a complimentary Auditorium tour and event gift bag. $35. auditoriumtheatre.org.

Millennium Carillon Summer Recital Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, at the Millennium Carillon, 443 Aurora Ave., Naperville. Carillonneurs from all over the world will perform. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic. Rain or shine. Free. napervilleparks.org/carillonrecitalseries.

Wednesday, Aug. 19

Elmhurst Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, in Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church’s parking lot at 149 W. Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst. Fresh produce, local vendors, artisan goods and food trucks. elmhurstfarmersmarket.com or facebook.com/ElmhurstFarmersMarket.

Winfield Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the southwest corner of Geneva and County Farm roads. Featuring fresh produce and bakery items, specialty foods, handcrafted jewelry, homemade goods. facebook.com/WinfieldFarmMarket.

Critics Classics: 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Elk Grove Theatre, 1050 Elk Grove Town Center, Elk Grove Village. Hosted by the Chicago Film Critics Association. See “Interstellar.” $9 or $7 matinee; $7-$6 for ages 60 or older, $1.50 booking fee. classiccinemas.com.

Midweek Matinee: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Woodstock Opera House, 121 Van Buren St. in Woodstock. See “The Audience” presented by National Theatre Live. $5. woodstockoperahouse.com.

Highwood Evening Gourmet Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Over 60 vendors each week and live music from 6-9 p.m. Railheart will perform. Free. celebratehighwood.org.

Cantigny’s Live Music in the Beer Garden: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, through Sunday, Aug. 23, at Cantigny Park South Grove, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Live music in the beer garden, near the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted). Beer garden hours: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Music lineup: Wednesday: Joe Fascetta, Thursday: Rozzie & Brian Duo, Friday: The Frank Russell Trio, Sunday, Los Gallos (Old Town School of Folk Music Americana Series, 3:30 p.m.). Included with admission. cantigny.org.

Arbor Evenings: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Live music on Frost Hill. Opens at 5:15 p.m. The Throwbacks will perform. Cocktails, wine, beer, water and other beverages, along with food truck options, will be available for purchase. $15 for 13 and older; $5 for kids 4-12, and free for kids 3 and younger. Tickets: mortonarb.org.

Car Fun on 21: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, on Church and Cook streets, Libertyville. Classic car show featuring cars, trucks and motorcycles 25 years and older, music and food. Free. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

South Elgin Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. The Class of ’68 will perform. Food Truck Wednesdays: 6-8 p.m. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Aurora Film Society: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at The Venue, 21 S. Broadway, Aurora. Screening of the 1977 Barbara Kopple documentary “Harlan County USA,” documenting the Brookside Strike, a 1973 effort of 180 coal miners for safer working conditions, fair labor practices and decent wages. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. $13.07. themusicvenue.org.

Itasca Outdoor Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Usher Park, off South Walnut Street, Itasca. 28 Days will perform. Bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Jazz in the Park: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. Opposites-attract-themed concert by the 16-member Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner. Free. gepark.org.

Bensenville Music in the Park: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Village Hall Lawn, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville. The Boy Band Night will perform. Classic car cruise night begins at 6 p.m. weekly at Green and Center streets. Free. bensenville.il.us.

Bolingbrook Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Brother John's Big Band will perform. Free. bolingbrook.gov.

Irish Session: 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Quigley's Irish Pub, 43 E. Jefferson, Naperville. A casual gathering of musicians playing traditional Irish music. Hear live reels, hornpipes, slip jigs and favorite traditional Irish tunes. wsirish.org/content.aspx.

Thursday, Aug. 20

Glendale Heights Market: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Veterans Memorial Park, 220 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Shop for food, produce, crafts, and more from locally sourced vendors. ghrec.org.

South Elgin Lunch Time Concert Series: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Oceans Rat Pack will perform. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Petal Porch, Main and Prospect streets. Outdoor market with fresh produce, artisan goods, specialty foods, and more. bensidounusa.com/roselle/roselle.html.

West Chicago Mosaic Market: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at 100-132 Main St., West Chicago. A culturally inspired market on Main Street featuring local artisans, makers, food vendors and performers. bensidounusa.com/westchicago.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, Aug. 20, at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave., Highland Park. Food trucks and live music in the Ravinia District. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com.

Barrington Thursday Night Out: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at the BMO Lot, 210 W. Station St., Barrington. Local vendors, classic cars, live music, family activities and more. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/thursday-night-out.

Geneva Classic Car Show: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, around the historic Kane County Courthouse, off Fourth and James streets, Geneva. Music, food, and vote for your favorite make and model. To display your vehicle, arrive after 4:30 p.m. and find a spot in the lot behind the courthouse. Free. genevachamber.com/events/classic-car-show.

Glen Ellyn Carnival: 5-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Aug. 20-21; 1-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22; 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Crescent/Glenwood Lot, 505 Crescent Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Over 10 rides, a fun house, games and concessions. Free admission, tickets required for rides, unlimited ride passes available for $30-$35. glenellynchamber.com.

Pearl Street Market + Concert in the Park: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Veterans Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry. Shop the market of local vendors from 5-7:30 p.m.; live music and food trucks at 7 p.m. Blue Rose will perform. facebook.com/pearlstreetmarketmchenry.

Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 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. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights.

Naperville Cemetery Walking Tour: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Step back into the past to learn the stories of pioneers, trailblazers and local everyday heroes. Tours last about 60 minutes and cover about two miles. Ticket sales end at 4 p.m.; not available on-site. Open to all ages. $15. Register: napersettlement.org.

Downtown Summer Sounds: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, in Fountain Square, Evanston. The Windy City Ramblers will perform. Free. downtownevanston.org.

Rock ’N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Food from local restaurants and kids’ activities. Concerts at 6:30 and 8 p.m. The Four Horsemen and Wolfram will perform. Addison Historical Museum open house from 5:30-8 p.m. features a Craft and Vintage Fair. Car show at Green Meadow Shopping Center in spots along Lake Street only. Free. ithappensinaddison.com/events.

Rock the Block summer concert series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Block 59, 404 Route 59, Naperville. Hi Infidelity will perform. Free. Register: theblock59.com/events.

Thursday Nights Live: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Free concerts in the plaza with food and beverage options from local restaurants. Funk Tonic will perform. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Concert series with food and beverage tents. Southern Accents will perform, ending with a musical fireworks display. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. The Disco Circus will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, Heartache Tonight will perform. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Ongoing

“Defining US, The 250th Anniversary of the United States” exhibit: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, through April 10, 2027, at the DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton. Exhibit examines how wars, elections, protests and cultural changes resonated in DuPage County. Free; donations of $5 or $2 for kids and seniors appreciated. dupagemuseum.org/visit.

Dinos! at Brookfield Zoo Chicago: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Oct. 25 at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. See 35 life-sized dinosaurs and more. $20.95-$29.95 and free for kids 2 and younger. brookfieldzoo.org/events.

Bristol Renaissance Faire: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and Labor Day through Sept. 7 at the Bristol Renaissance Faire, 12550 120th Ave., Kenosha, Wisconsin. 16th-century games, rides, arts, crafts, food, music, characters and more. $48, $45 for 62 and older and military with ID, $23 for kids 5-12, and free for kids 4 and younger. renfair.com/bristol.

Minecraft Experience, Villager Rescue: 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Fridays; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays; noon to 7 p.m. Sundays and Tuesdays; and noon to 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, through Sept. 7, at EXP Rosemont, 9900 Berwyn Ave., Rosemont. The world of Minecraft comes to life in an immersive experience. Tickets start at $28. minecraftexperience.com.

Wonder Woods Mini Golf: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Sept. 7 at The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Nine-hole mini golf course featuring tree-themed accessible holes. For ages 4 and older. Tickets required at mortonarb.org.