Summer Fun Guide: July 1-15

Tuesday, July 1

Naper Settlement Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays, July 1 through Sept. 23, 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.

Wednesday, July 2

Frontier Days Festival: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday, July 2; 5 p.m. to midnight Thursday, July 3; noon to midnight Friday and Saturday, July 4-5; and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights. Carnival, Fourth of July parade, entertainment, food, soccer 3v3, Stampede Run/Walk, marketplace, family activities and more. Main stage lineup: 7th heaven at 8 p.m. Wednesday; Dishwalla at 8 p.m. Thursday; BoDeans at 8 p.m. Friday; Bruce In The USA at 8 p.m. Saturday; and American English at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Frontier Stage lineup: Dan Peters Band Funky at 6 p.m. and Exit 147 at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday; Jak Tripper at 6 p.m. and One Of The Boyzz at 9:30 p.m. Thursday; Class of ’68 at 6 p.m. and LP Vinyl at 9:30 p.m. Friday; Horizon at 2:30 p.m., Eric Case Band at 6 p.m. and ARRA at 9:30 p.m. Saturday; and Triadd Trio at 4:30 p.m. and Kickin’ It With Carol at 5:30 p.m. Free. frontierdays.org.

Northwest Fourth-Fest: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday, July 2; noon to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 3-5; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Carnival, live entertainment, parade at 9 a.m. Friday, fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Kids’ Zone, bingo, food vendors and more. Main stage entertainment includes: Run Forrest Run and Modern Day Romeos on Friday; and David’s House and 7th heaven on Saturday. Free. northwestfourthfest.com.

Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest: 5-10 p.m. Wednesday, July 2; 5 p.m. to midnight Thursday, July 3; noon to midnight Friday and Saturday, July 4-5; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at Palatine Community Park, 250 E. Wood St., Palatine. Fireworks at dusk July 3, live bands, food vendors, parade July 5, carnival, a two-day craft and business expo July 5-6 and more. Free. hometown-fest.com.

Mount Prospect Lions Club Fourth of July Festival: 6-11 p.m. Wednesday, July 2; 1-11 p.m. Thursday, July 3; 6-11 p.m. Friday, July 4; and 1-11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 5-6, at Melas Park, 1500 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect. Food, beer, live entertainment, carnival and more. Fireworks at 8:45 p.m. July 2 and 9 p.m. July 4. Music lineup: Sealed with a Kiss, One of These Nights, The Mix, Rico! and more. Ride wristbands available for purchase. mplions.org.

Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s Patriotic Brass & Percussion concert: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, at the Robert G. Soule Amphitheater at Citizens Park, 511 Lake Zurich Road in Barrington. Celebrate the Independence Day holiday with patriotic music. Bring a picnic and lawn chairs. Free. elginsymphony.org.

Wheaton Municipal Band’s “Red, White and KaBOOM” : 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, in Memorial Park bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Featuring patriotic audience favorites. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Thursday, July 3

Lakeside Festival: Noon to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 3-5, and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at The Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Carnival rides, food, beer garden, superhero characters, kids’ decorated bike parade, kids’ ice-cream eating contest, cornhole tournament and more. Music lineup: Thursday, Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band at 1 p.m., Sparks Fly The Taylor Swift Experience at 4 p.m., Dangerous Joes at 6:30 p.m. and Wildfire at 8 p.m.; Friday, Rosie and the Rivets at 1 p.m., Classical Blast at 4 p.m., Always Olivia at 6 p.m. and Hi Infidelity at 7:45 p.m.; Saturday, Wild Daisy at 12:30 p.m., Pino Farina at 4 p.m., Brass on Fire at 6 p.m., and Modern Day Romeos at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Judson Brown at noon, Crystal Lake Strikers at 2:30 p.m., Libido Funk Circus at 3:30 p.m. and Made in America at 6:45 p.m. Note: Cashless payment. $10, $5 for ages 65 and older, free for active military with ID and kids 12 and younger. thedole.org/the-fest.

Mundelein Community Days: Noon to 11 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, July 3-6, in Courtland Commons Park, at the corner of Seymour and Courtland, Mundelein. Carnival, fireworks, parade at 1 p.m. Sunday, food, music, games, contests, demonstrations, displays and more. Free. mundelein.org.

Bartlett Fourth of July Festival: 3-11 p.m. Thursday, July 3; noon to 11 p.m. Friday, July 4; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 5; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at the Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Live entertainment, fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Friday, parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, food vendors, carnival and more. Carnival hours for those with special needs from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday. Music: Anthem on Thursday; Libido Disco Circus on Friday; Smokin’ Gunz on Saturday; 7th heaven on Saturday. Free. bartlett4thofjuly.com.

Hawthorn Woods Fireworks: 3 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Food vendors open at 5 p.m. Live music at 6 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Free. vhw.org/4thofJuly.

Red, White, and BOOM: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, July 3, and 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at North Park, 1025 Riverwoods Road, and Spring Lake Park, 49 Oxford Drive, Lincolnshire. Rides and attractions, community activities, live DJ and more at North Park Thursday, and parade, 5K, DJ performance and more Friday. Free. lincolnshireil.gov.

Taste of Oak Brook and fireworks: 4-10 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Village Sports Core Fields, 700 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook. Food from Oak Brook restaurants and beer garden, an expanded drone show, private cabanas, a 20-minute fireworks show, and music by Sixteen Candles, Fearless: A Tribute to Taylor Swift, and DJ Speed. Fireworks at approximately 9:30 p.m. VIP parking for $50, preferred for $30 or value for $20. oak-brook.org/813/Taste-of-Oak-Brook-2025.

Burlington Independence Day celebration: 5 p.m. Thursday, July 3, in Burlington Park, 175 Water St., Burlington. An evening filled with fun, music, food, and a ceremony honoring veterans, active military, and their families beginning at 8 p.m. Fireworks show at dusk. facebook.com/villageofburlington.

North Aurora Independence Day celebration: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Riverfront Park, 25 E. State St., North Aurora. Music from Hillbilly Rockstarz from 6-9 p.m., a community picnic and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. northaurora.org.

Warrenville Fourth of July Celebration: 5-11 p.m. Thursday, July 3, and noon to 11 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Cerny Park, 4S150 River Road, Warrenville. Thursday: Parade steps off at 6 p.m.; kids’ entertainment from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the pavilion. Friday: Annual Cerny Series baseball games at 10 a.m.; karaoke, games and children's entertainment from noon-7:30 p.m.; fire department water fights at 2 p.m.; horseshoe contest at 2 p.m.; Warrenville Historical Society bingo from 2-3 p.m., and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Main stage lineup: on Thursday, Katie Kostner at 7:30 p.m. and Libido Funk Circus at 9 p.m., and on Friday, Abi Edwards at 1:30 p.m., Mary Macaroni & Impastas at 3 p.m., Just Pretending at 4:30 p.m. and Radio Gaga at 7:30 p.m. Free; donations welcome. warrenville.il.us or warrenvilleparks.org.

Highland Park Independence Day: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, The Preserve of Highland Park, 1207 Park Ave. This year’s reimagined celebration will be the kick-off to a variety of inclusive Independence Day-themed activities continuing July 4th and throughout the weekend. Food trucks, music, games, and various attractions. pdhp.org.

Lisle Independence Day fireworks: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Music from Junkyard Groove at 5:30 p.m. and Fletcher Rockwell at 7:30 p.m. on the Van Kampen Stage. Food and drinks for purchase. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Parking is limited. For parking maps, see villageoflisle.org.

Wheaton Independence Day Celebration: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Graf Park, 1855 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Festivities, with the theme “Stars, Stripes & Summer,” feature games, small carnival rides, food vendors and DJ entertainment. Fireworks and drone show at dusk. Enter the parking lots at Graf Park from County Farm Road. Free. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/july4.

Warrenville Fourth of July Parade: 6 p.m. Thursday, July 3, starting from downtown Warrenville, travels south on Warren Avenue, west on Warrenville Road, south on Curtis Avenue, and ending at Woodland Road. With the theme “America’s Movie Magic,” the parade showcases local school and park district dance troops, bands and singers, and new and old-time fire trucks, squad cars and floats. warrenville.il.us.

Park Ridge Fireworks Celebration: 6:30-10:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Maine East High School, 2601 Dempster St., Park Ridge. DJ and children’s entertainment at 6:30 p.m. with live music at 8 p.m. Bring a picnic; no alcohol or grills allowed. prparks.org.

Roselle Independence Day celebration: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Lake Park High School West Campus, 500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Roselle. Fireworks show at dusk. Seven food trucks at 6:30 p.m. and live music by Dirty Pop at 7 p.m. Free. roselle.il.us.

Naperville Municipal Band Concert in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. The band will perform a patriotic concert with the theme “Let Freedom Ring” with live cannons. Free. napervilleband.org.

Hometown Fest Fireworks: Dusk Thursday, July 3, at Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Free. palatinejaycees.org/hometown-fest.

Wauconda Community Fireworks: 6 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at Cook Park, 600 N. Main St., Wauconda. Hosted by the village and Wauconda Park District. Music and concessions starting at 6 p.m. and fireworks at dusk over Bangs Lake. Rain date July 5. Free. wauconda-il.gov.

Friday, July 4

Elmhurst Running Club’s 4 On the 4th: 7:15 a.m. Friday, July 4, at Wilder Park in Elmhurst. Elmhurst Running Club’s 20th annual run features 4-mile run at 7:15 a.m. and Kids’ 1K for kids 5-12 at 8:20 a.m. Eighty percent of proceeds will be donated to local charities. Register at 4on4th.run.

Glen Ellyn Freedom Four 4-Mile Run/Walk: 7:30 a.m. start Friday, July 4, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Run or walk the scenic course at Lake Ellyn Park. Benefits the Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation’s Scholarship Fund. $39.39-$45.99. Register at FreedomFourRun.com.

Liberty Loop 5K Run/Walk: 7:30 a.m. Friday, July 4, Techny Prairie Park & Fields, 1750 Techny Road, Northbrook. A scenic run or walk on a certified 5K course through Techny Prairie Park and Meadowhill Park, 1479 Maple Ave., followed by Liberty Lap Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. for junior joggers. www.eventcreate.com/e/northbrook4thofjuly.

Great Western Freedom 4: 8 a.m. Friday, July 4, at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, 37W370 Dean St., St. Charles. Wear red, white and blue to Lazarus House’s 20th annual 4-mile run/2-mile walk fundraiser. Kids’ dashes for ages 10 and younger for $18.04 at 9:30 a.m. Day-of registrations welcome. All proceeds benefit Lazarus House. $34.09-$44.79. Register: lazarushouse.net/greatwesternfreedom4.

Sleepy Hollow Fourth of July Festival: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Sabatino Park, Thorobred Lane, Sleepy Hollow. One-mile 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. with a $15 exhibitor donation for Illinois Special Olympics; food and drinks from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Bill Ritchie Memorial Parade at 11:30 a.m., and live music with The Lennys. Fireworks will be at 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 6, with $20 per car donation; parking opens at 7 p.m. sleepyhollowil.org.

Warrenville Park District’s 5K Firecracker Run/Walk: 8 a.m. Friday, July 4, at Cerny Park, 4S150 River Road, Warrenville. The 5K course incorporates the Illinois Prairie Path, Warrenville Grove Forest Preserve and downtown streets. Plus, a 50-yard dash for kids 3-6, a 100-yard dash for kids 6-10 and a Sparkler one-mile. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each group. Dashes, $5; Sparkler, $20; and 5K, $35 before June 15 or $45 after. Register: warrenvilleparks.org.

Barrington All-Star Brass Quintet: 8:30 a.m. Friday, July 4, at Barrington's White House, 145 W. Main St., Barrington. This local ensemble of accomplished musicians will play favorite American patriotic tunes to kick off the Barrington parade at 10 a.m. Weather permitting, it will take place on the front lawn. Bring your folding chairs. Free. BarringtonsWhiteHouse.com/events.

Elgin Fourth of July Parade: 9 a.m. Friday, July 4. The route runs on Douglas Avenue from Slade Avenue to city hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin. The second annual Pet Parade at 9 a.m. starts at the NENA Butterfly Garden at Douglas Avenue and Ann Street, and continues along the parade route to Douglas and Highland. elginil.gov.

Northwest Fourth-Fest Parade: 9 a.m. Friday, July 4, along Illinois Boulevard, from Paris Lane to Evanston Street, Hoffman Estates. Free. northwestfourthfest.com.

Vernon Hills July Fourth parade: 9 a.m. Friday, July 4. Parade steps off from Deerpath and Atrium drives, then south to Sullivan Drive and then west to Aspen Drive, Vernon Hills. Free. vernonhills.org.

Yorkville Fourth of July celebration: 9 a.m. Friday, July 4, at Town Square, 301 N. Bridge, Yorkville. The parade begins at 9 a.m. at Yorkville High School and ends at Town Square Park. Activities, including kids’ foot races, bounce houses and a performance by the Yorkville Community Band, begin after the parade and end at noon. Food and drinks for purchase. Fireworks at dusk from Route 47 and Countryside Parkway. Free. yorkville.il.us.

Aurora’s Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4. The parade begins at Benton and Broadway, heads north on Broadway to Downer Place, west on Downer to Middle Avenue. The reviewing stand is in front of the David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place. aurora-il.org/1239/4th-of-July-Parade.

Barrington Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4, on Main Street in Barrington. Steps off at Barrington High School. Free. barrington-il.gov.

Bensenville LibertyFest Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4. Steps off from the village hall, 12 S. Center St., and heads east to Green Street, south on York Road, east on Jefferson Street and ends at Redmond Recreation Center, 545 John St. bensenville.il.us.

Des Plaines Independence Day Parade: Steps off at 10 a.m. Friday, July 4, from Center Street and Wicke Avenue, and proceeds north on Center to Prairie Avenue, east on Prairie and then disbands at Prairie and Pearson Street, Des Plaines. The theme is “Hometown Happiness” and features community floats, live music and strolling entertainment. Free. desplaines.org/july4.

Hawthorn Woods Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4, on Lagoon Drive, Hawthorn Woods, and continues to the village hall. Followed by a flag-raising ceremony. vhw.org/524/Parade.

Frontier Days Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4, steps off from Dunton and Oakton streets, Arlington Heights. Parade travels south on Dunton to Miner and then east to Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St. Theme: “Celebrating 100 years – Arlington Heights Park District.” Children, ages 4-12, accompanied by an adult, can check in at Olive and Highland streets for decorated bike parade; no Big Wheels. Free. FrontierDays.org.

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

Hinsdale “4th for All” Celebration: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. After the parade, head to Burlington Park for food, entertainment, an arts and crafts fair, kids’ activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and live music by The Hat Guys Band from noon to 4 p.m. Free. villageofhinsdale.org.

Lake Zurich Independence Day Celebration: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Day-long activities include music, bands, BYOB open carry wristbands (no alcohol sales on the grounds; $5 per wristband to bring your adult beverages of choice but no glass bottles), and food vendors/trucks serving hot dogs, burgers, pizza, tacos and more. Beach open from noon-7 p.m. with $9-$11 daily fee required for age 4 or older. Giant Bubble Show at 3 p.m., Miss Janie’s Farm at 5 p.m., and Blackberry Jam at 7:15 p.m. Fireworks launched over the lake around 9:15 p.m. lakezurich.org.

Lisle Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4, from Lisle Junior High School, proceeds west on Jonquil Avenue, north on Main Street, east on Burlington Avenue, and ends at the Lisle Village Hall. At 10:45 a.m., the Lisle Heritage Society will host an ice cream social and patriotic music by Lisle Community Band at The Museums at Lisle Station Park. villageoflisle.org.

Wheaton Independence Day Parade: Steps off at 10 a.m. Friday, July 4, from Main Street and Hawthorne Boulevard, heads south on Main to Union Avenue, west on Union to Wheaton Avenue, south on Wheaton to Front Street, Wheaton. The parade, with the theme “Stars, Stripes & Summer,” features floats from local businesses and organizations. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/july4/.

Antioch Fourth of July celebration: 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 4, at Sequoit Creek Park, 845 Main St., Antioch. Parade at 10:30 a.m. Then come back at 4 p.m. for festivities until fireworks at dusk. antioch.il.gov.

Brookdale’s 48th annual Fourth of July Parade: 11 a.m. Friday, July 4, through the Brookdale neighborhood in Naperville. Parade lineup at 10:30 a.m. at Hill Middle School. following along Langley, Bainbridge, Foxhill, Manchester, Brookdale and ending at Brookdale Racquet Club. facebook.com/BrookdaleNeighborhoodNaperville.

Highland Park Independence Day Parade: 11 a.m. Friday, July 4. Parade, with “Dream Team” theme, begins at First St. and Laurel Ave. through downtown to Sunset Woods Park. Wear your favorite team jerseys and apparel. Floats will celebrate the colors and mascots of favorite teams and organizations. Before the parade, a remembrance will be held at 9 a.m. in the Rose Garden next to city hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave. cityhpil.com.

Island Lake Independence Day Parade and Community Picnic: 11 a.m. Friday, July 4. 75th anniversary parade at 11 a.m. followed by picnic with hot dogs, ice cream truck, music and games at Converse Park. villageofislandlake.com/events.

Rolling Meadows Fourth of July Parade: 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 4, on Meadow Drive, Rolling Meadows. Free. cityrm.org.

Glen Ellyn Fourth of July Parade: Steps off at noon Friday, July 4, from Glenbard West High School and heads westbound on Crescent Boulevard, continues north on Main Street and east on Linden Street to Lake Ellyn Park. Reserved VIP parade reviewing stadium seating available at 479 Main St. for ticketed guests. glenellyn4thofjuly.org/parade-fireworks.

Downers Grove Independence Day Parade: 1 p.m. Friday, July 4. The parade steps off from Main and Grant streets, traveling south on Main to Warren Avenue, Downers Grove. downers.us.

Huntley Independence Day Parade: 4 p.m. Friday, July 4, starting at Bakley and Main streets heading west on Main toward Huntley Square. huntley.il.us.

Northbrook Independence Day: 4 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Meadowhill Park, 1479 Maple Ave., Northbrook. Fourth of July Bike Parade at 4 p.m. on Cherry Lane at Westmoor School just ahead of the Northbrook 4th of July Parade. Registration accepted in advance online and at the Bike Parade Tent on July 4 in the staging area. DJ entertainment starting at 7 p.m. with fireworks at dusk, viewed from Meadowhill or Techny Park. www.eventcreate.com/e/northbrook4thofjuly.

Westmont Independence Day Celebration: 4-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. 25th annual event with games, 38-foot slide, petting zoo, jugglers, live music, beer, and food trucks. Westview Hills Band at 4 p.m. and Black Bolts Band at 7 p.m. Fireworks launched at 9:30 p.m. from Willow Crest Golf Club, north of the park. Also ground display fireworks from the northeast corner of the park. Free. Parking in the Westmont High or Westmont Junior High parking lots. westmontparks.org.

Batavia Fourth of July Sky Concert: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Engstrom Park, Main and Millview streets, Batavia. 75th annual event featuring Savor the Flavor with 14 food vendors (bring cash), Batavia Community Band from 8:30-9:15 p.m., and the Sky Concert at 9:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. bataviafireworks.org.

Elgin Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Live music, food trucks and drinks, kids’ activities, tabletop games and a pie-eating contest. Music lineup: The Moods at 5 p.m., The LaBamba Show at 6:30 p.m., and The Ultimate Elvis Experience starring Shawn Klush at 8 p.m. Fireworks at 9:20 p.m. Free. elginil.gov.

18th annual Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Deerpath Community Park, 400 Hastings Road, Lake Forest. Hosted by Friends of Lake Forest Parks & Recreation Foundation. Opening act is Hello Weekend with headliner, Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Swift Tribute Band. Followed by fireworks. Parking available at the park for $20 (cash only). Tickets: $30-$35 or VIP for $75-$400, available via lfparksandrec.com.

Bensenville LibertyFest Independence Day fireworks: 6-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Redmond Recreation Center, 545 John St., Bensenville. DJ M.B. Entertainment at 6 p.m. and Wild Daisy playing upbeat country at 7:30 p.m. Food and beer for purchase from 6-9:30 p.m. Fireworks launched from the public works facility at 9:30 p.m. Rain date: July 5. Free. bensenville.il.us.

Carol Stream Independence Day concert and fireworks: 6-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. Concessions open at 6 p.m., live music with Shout Out at 7 p.m. and fireworks at approximately 9:15 p.m. Free. carolstream.org.

Buffalo Grove Fourth of July Fireworks & Celebration: 7 p.m. Friday, July 14, at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove. Bring a picnic basket and a blanket as the Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band present a patriotic-themed concert. Fireworks show at 9 p.m. For parking details, go to vbg.org.

Vernon Hills July Fourth celebration: 7 p.m. Friday, July 4, in Century Park, 1001 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills. Music from DJ Top Dog. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Free. vernonhills.org.

Woodstock Fourth of July fireworks: 7-10:30 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Emricson Park, 900 South St., Woodstock. Fireworks at dusk over Dream Field. Walk-ins can enter through South Street and Jackson Street entrances. Concessions available. Donations help cover the cost of the fireworks. Park for a $15 fee in the park using the South Street entrance. woodstockilchamber.com.

Libertyville Fourth of July fireworks: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 4, at the Butler Lake Park band shell, 810 W. Lake St., Libertyville. A concert of patriotic music performed by the Village Band with fireworks around 9:30 p.m. Lake Street will close to pedestrians and vehicles traffic at 9 p.m. before the show. Parking available at Butler Lake Park (residents only), the main commuter lot, both parking garages, and Butterfield School. libertyville.com.

Naperville Community Fireworks Show: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Road, Naperville. Naperville Municipal Band performs at 7:30 p.m. at the Wagner Pavilion at the 95th Street Community Plaza. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. More parking at Neuqua Valley High School, 2360 95th St. Free. napervilleparks.org/fireworks.

Mid-Summer Classics Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, July 4, and Thursday, July 17, at Rotary Green, 164 Lions Drive, and 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, July 22 and 29, at Village Green, 901 Wellington Ave., Elk Grove Village. July 4: Cheap Trick followed by Lions Club fireworks at 9:30 p.m.; July 17: O.A.R.; July 22: Scotty McCreery; and July 29: Bachman-Turner Overdrive. Free. elkgrove.org.

Glen Ellyn Fourth of July Fireworks: Dusk Friday, July 4, at Lake Ellyn Park, off Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. The 4th of July Committee fundraises 100% of costs; suggested donation is $25 per family. glenellyn4thofjuly.org/parade-fireworks.

Rolling Meadows Fourth of July Fireworks: Dusk Friday, July 4, at the Rolling Meadows Community Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows. Free. cityrm.org.

St. Charles Independence Day fireworks: Dusk Friday, July 4, at Langum Park, 7th and Madison avenues, St. Charles. Around noon July 4, look for a big red balloon above Langum Park. If you can see this balloon, you will have a good view of the fireworks. In Langum Park, there will be Snack Zone concessions starting at 4 p.m. and music from 6:30-9:30 p.m. In Mount St. Mary Park, food trucks starting at 4 p.m., Glow Zone novelty sales from 6-9 p.m., and music from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Pottawatomie Park is not a viewing site. stcparks.org/july-4th/.

Barrington Fourth of July Fireworks: 9:30-10 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Barrington High School, 616 W. Main St., Barrington. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/4th-of-july-fireworks.

Downers Grove-Woodridge Independence Day Fireworks: About 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 4, at 75th Street/Lemont Road. Spectators can park and view the show from several parking lots in the area. downers.us.

Huntley Independence Day fireworks: About 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Deicke Park, 11419 Route 47, Huntley. Attendees heading to Deicke Park are encouraged to cross at Route 47 and Main Street. Crossing at Route 47 and Mill Street is strongly discouraged. Rain date: 9 p.m. July 5. huntley.il.us.

Lombard Fourth of July fireworks: About 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Madison Meadow Park, East Madison Street and South Ahrens Avenue, Lombard. This year’s event does not include shuttle buses. villageoflombard.org.

Oswego Fourth of July fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 4, at Prairie Point Park, 4120 Plainfield Road in Oswego. Rain date July 5. oswegoil.org.

Saturday, July 5

Electric Fly Day: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 5, at the Fox Valley Aero Club field, 3831 Karl Madsen Drive, St. Charles. Electric radio-controlled airplane event. Open to all Academy of Model Aeronautics pilots, propeller and electric ducted fan models. foxvalleyaero.com.

Bartlett Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 5. Stepping off from Oak Avenue, south to Railroad Ave., and continuing south on Main Street/South Bartlett Road to Stearns Road, west on Stearns to Apple Orchard Park.​ Free. bartlett4thofjuly.com.

Lincolnshire Art Festival: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 5-6, at Village Green North, 100 Village Green, Lincolnshire. More than 80 juried artists will be selling artwork. Free. amdurproductions.com/event/lincolnshire-art-festival.

Hometown Fest Parade: 11 a.m. Saturday, July 5, in Palatine. The parade proceeds south on Cedar Street to Slade Street, east on Slade to Brockway, north on Brockway to Wood Street and east on Wood to Community Park. Free. palatinejaycees.org/hometown-fest.

BeachFest: 5-11 p.m. Saturday, July 5, at the Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach. Live music, food and beverage vendors, bounce house, foam party, and more. Fireworks around 9:15 p.m. Jesus Ramos Band at 5:30 p.m. and Six Speed Tranny at 8 and 10 p.m. Free. rlbciviccenter.com.

Summer Breeze Concert Series: 7 p.m. Saturdays, July 5 through Aug. 23, at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. July 5: Billy Elton; July 12: Illinois Brass Band; July 19: SWAK, Sealed With A Kiss; Aug. 9: Hair; Aug. 16: The Chicago Experience; Aug. 23: The Rumours. Free. parkfun.com.

Northwest Forth-Fest Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 5, at 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Free. northwestfourthfest.com.

Sunday, July 6

Frontier Days Stampede: 7:30 a.m. Sunday, July 6, at Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights. 5K and 10K run at 7:30 p.m.; 5K walk at 7:35 a.m. and quarter-mile Kids Dash at 9 a.m. Strollers and baby joggers are welcome at the back of each race group. $15-$40. FrontierDays.org/stampede.

Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 6, stepping off from 100 W. Woodstock St., heading southeast on Dole Avenue and Country Club Road, east on Golf Road to Nash Road. clchamber.com.

Mundelein Community Days Parade: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 6. New route and start time. The 1.1-mile parade will begin at Mundelein High School and proceed east on Hawley Street, south on Seymour Avenue, east on Hammond Street, and conclude at the village hall. www.mundelein.org.

Lakeside Festival fireworks: Dusk Sunday, July 6, at The Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Fireworks over the lake. thedole.org/the-fest.

Sleepy Hollow Fourth of July fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at Sabatino Park, Thorobred Lane, Sleepy Hollow. Hosted by Sleepy Hollow Service Club. $20 per car donation; parking opens at 7 p.m. sleepyhollowil.org.

Monday, July 7

World Fair US: 3-10 p.m. daily, July 7-28, at SeatGeek Stadium, 7000 S. Harlem Ave., Bridgeview. Bringing together over 80 countries spanning six regional pavilions through live music, dance, crafts, cuisine and fashion. Tickets start at $17 for one day, $70 for family tickets, $249 for 22-day pass. worldfairus.com.

Tuesday, July 8

Warrenville Summer Park Pop-ups: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, July 8-29. New this year, Warrenville Public Library is participating with a fun activity. July 8: Summerlakes Park, 3S010 Talbot Ave.; July 15: Lions Park, 27W650 Parkview Ave.; July 22: Kiwanis Park, 3S075 Home Ave.; and July 29: Sesqui Park, 29W200 Warrenville Road. warrenvilleparks.org.

Family Fun in the Neighborhood: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, at Lake Foxcroft Park, 2S540 Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn. Entertainment, interactive games and activities, face painting, arts and crafts and more. Bring a picnic. No registration required. Free. gepark.org.

Summer Community Concert Series: 7 p.m. Tuesdays, July 8 and 15, and Monday, July 14, at York High School’s north lawn, Elmhurst. Featuring the three summer community ensembles: orchestra on July 8 (in the auditorium); jazz band on July 14; and concert band on July 15. Free. epd.org.

Summer Concerts at the Gazebo: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, at the Addison Village Green gazebo, One Friendship Plaza. Petty King members will be performing “Hurricane: A Tribute to Bob Dylan” with Bob Vasilou as Bob Dylan, Dave Steffen on guitar, Jessica Vasilou on keys, Mike Maloney on bass, and Dave Wisniewski on drums. Hosted by Addison Center for the Arts. Bring lawn chair and coolers. Free. addisoncenterforthearts.com.

Wednesday, July 9

Unplug Illinois-Wheaton: 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, at Prairie Patch Play Area, 1000 W. Lincoln Ave., Wheaton. Activities, crafts and open play. Free. Registration encouraged at lincolnmarsh.org.

“You Butter Believe It!: Elgin’s Dairy History”: 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. Kids 3-8 can visit the Tefft Farm inside Lords Park to learn about Elgin’s dairy history and try their hand at butter making. Elgin Area Historical Society program. Free. elginil.gov.

BrightSide Theatre Summer in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at Downers Grove Swim & Racquet Club, 5560 Fairview Ave. Downers Grove. This year’s series, “Fun in the Sun: A Broadway Musical Revue,” features popular, and comedic songs from Broadway musicals. In partnership with Downers Grove Swim & Racquet Club. Bring chairs or blankets. Free. brightsidetheatre.com/parks/.

Geneva Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, July 9-30, at River Park, 151 N. River Lane, Geneva. Live music, food trucks, and alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Lineup: July 9: FeelGood Party Band; July 16: Nashville Electric Company; July 23: Mr. Myers, Caribbean rock; and July 30: Dennis O’Brien Band. Free. genevaparks.org.

Glen Ellyn Movie in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at Glen Oak Park, 350 Woodstock Ave., Glen Ellyn. Story time in the park with the Glen Ellyn Public Library at 7:30 p.m. before the screening of “Moana 2.” Bring chairs, blankets, snacks and beverages. Free. gepark.org/calendar/.

Thursday, July 10

Windy City Warbirds & Classics: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 10-11, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at the Fox Valley Aero Club field, 3831 Karl Madsen Drive, St. Charles. Annual show featuring remote-controlled aircraft, wingspans 80 inches or larger, warbirds and classics, with as many as six or more planes flying at once. Exhibition flights. Food vendors on-site. $5, free for kids younger than 12; cash only. foxvalleyaero.com/wcwb.

Glendale Heights Fest: 4-9 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 10-11, and 2-9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 12-13, at Camera Park, 101 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Live music, food, rides and games, and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Sunday. Free. glendaleheightsfest.com.

Lake in the Hills Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest: 4:30-11 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 10-11; 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 12; and 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, Lake in the Hills. Annual fest featuring professional pitmasters and vendors, carnival and more. Music: July 10: Alt 101 at 6:45 p.m. and Kashmir at 9 p.m.; July 11: Starlight City Band at 6:45 p.m. and Too Hype Crew at 9 p.m.; July 12: Everett Dean and the Lonesome Hearts at noon, One of the Boyzz at 2 p.m., HiFi Superstar at 4:15 p.m., Anthem at 6:30 p.m. and Bruce in the USA at 9 p.m.; and July 13: Head Honchos at noon, iPop at 2 p.m., and The Disco Circus at 4:30 p.m. Sunday. Vendor Blender, featuring local crafters and entrepreneurs, from 4-9 p.m. Friday, 11 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.

Geneva Classic Car Show: 5-8 p.m. Thursdays, July 10 through Aug. 28, 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.

Taste of Westmont: 5-9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10; 4-10:30 p.m. Friday, July 11; noon to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 12; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 13, on Cass Avenue, from Burlington Avenue to Naperville Road, Westmont. Food, live music on two stages, carnival,​ Muddy Waters tribute and blues jam, a craft show, vendors,​ kids’ activities and more. westmontevents.com/taste-of-westmont.

Uncorked at Cosley Zoo: 5-7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Ave., Wheaton. Features over 50 wines to sample, plus appetizers and live entertainment for those 21 and older. First 450 guests receive a commemorative wine glass. Main Street Wine & Spirits will donate 10% of proceeds from wine orders. $55. Rain or shine. Register at cosleyzoo.org.

Origins of Naperville Walking Tour: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 10 and Aug. 21, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Listen to stories from Naperville’s founding to the generosity of Caroline Martin Mitchell on a walking tour of the west side of downtown Naperville. Tour lasts about 60 minutes and covers about two miles. $15, free for kids younger than 4. Register: napersettlement.org.

Blooms & Bites-Summer Bounty (Herbs): 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at Cantigny Park Visitors Center, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Enjoy a cocktail featuring herbs you can grow in your garden while learning from one of Cantigny’s horticulturalists about the best way to tend an herb garden. A variety of food and beverage options will also be available at Cantigny’s Beer Garden. $40; includes admission to the park. Register: cantigny.org.

Downtown Summer Sounds: 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, July 10 through Sept. 4, in Fountain Square, Evanston. July 10: Chicken Bone; July 17: Funkadesi, featuring Pavithra Anand; July 24: Joel Paterson Swing Quartet; July 31: Mixx Company Band; Aug. 7: Cecy Santana Band; Aug. 14: Wolfman; Aug. 21: Jake Sanders Quintet; Aug. 28: The McNary Experience; and Sept. 4: Suite Mollie Band. Free. downtownevanston.org.

Itasca Fest: 6-11 p.m. Thursday, July 10; 6-11:30 p.m. Friday, July 11; noon to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, July 12; and noon to 11 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Washington Park, 350 Irving Park Road, Itasca. Music, food, bingo and more. Free. facebook.com/itascalions/.

Roselle Concerts on Main: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at Petal Plaza, 31 S. Prospect St., Roselle. Music from Valius. Food trucks: Stix & Noodles, My Cocina, Dairy Queen, Pollyanna Brewery and Lynfred Winery. Free. rparks.org.

BrightSide Theatre Summer in the Parks: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 10, in the 95th Street Community Plaza's Wagner Family Pavilion, 3109 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. This year’s series, “Fun in the Sun: A Broadway Musical Revue,” features popular, and comedic songs from Broadway musicals. In partnership with Naperville Park District. Bring chairs or blankets. Free.

McHenry Fiesta Days: Thursday through Sunday, July 10-20, in McHenry. Food, live music and entertainment. The first week at Petersen Park starts with the annual Cask & Barrel Night from 6-10 p.m. Thursday, July 10, and then Music Fest weekend. Sunday is free admission day, which includes the car show, Beach Bash, Big Wheel Race and fireworks. The carnival runs July 11-13. The second week of events are in Veterans Memorial Park and downtown McHenry. It includes the concert in the park, Art & Street Fair and Art in the Park. The Fiesta Days Parade is at 1:30 p.m. July 20. mchenryfiestadays.com.

Windy City Smokeout: Hours TBA, Thursday through Sunday, July 10-13, outside the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. Headliners include Bailey Zimmerman and Koe Wetzel on Thursday, Old Dominion and Dylan Gossett on Friday, Kane Brown and Megan Moroney on Saturday, and Jon Pardi and Riley Green on Sunday. windycitysmokeout.com.

Friday, July 11

32nd African/Caribbean International Festival of Life: Noon Friday through Sunday, July 11-13, at Park 540, 2401 S. Dearborn, Chicago. Family festival featuring music, food, arts, crafts, games and more that celebrates and showcases the lifestyles of African and Caribbean cultures. Around 50 acts will perform. Tickets start at $20. internationalfestivaloflife.com.

Dog Days of Summer: Noon to 8 p.m. Friday, July 11, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 12-13, at Cook Park, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Events include Dock Dogs competitive pool jumping, pet parade, pet blessings, Black Cat Yoga, police dog training, dog vendor fair and food courts. Free. facebook.com/LibertyvilleDogDaysofSummer.

Roselle Poppin’ Up in the Park: 1-3 p.m. Friday, July 11, at Lions Park, Roselle. Popsicles with the Police, games, bubble fun, sidewalk chalk, music and more. Free. rparks.org.

Windmill City Festival: 5-11 p.m. Friday, July 11; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 12; and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Peg Bond Center and Batavia Riverwalk, 151 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Live music, food court and beer garden, a carnival along Houston Street, a golf challenge and more. On Saturday: Pet competition at noon, football toss at 1:30 p.m. and sidewalk chalk contest at 2:30 p.m. On Sunday: friendship bracelet making at noon, bean bag tic tac toe at 2 p.m. and Diaper Derby at 3 p.m. Music: July 11: The Fortunate Sons at 6 p.m. and Sixteen Candles at 9 p.m.; July 12: Liz & Hala at 3 p.m., Libido Funk Circus at 6 p.m. and Radio Gaga at 9 p.m.; and July 13: Totally Taylor at 1 p.m. and The Simple Remedy at 4 p.m. Free. Schedule: windmillcityfest.org.

Pingree Grove Independence Day celebration: 6-11 p.m. Friday, July 11, and 4:30-10 p.m. Saturday, July 12, in the Cambridge Lakes community center parking lot, 1125 Wester Blvd., Pingree Grove. Live music, parade, food trucks, inflatables, and treats. On Friday, Buckshot Bully Band at 6:30 p.m. and Super Rock Tribute Band at 8:30 p.m. On Saturday, parade at 4 p.m. at Alta Vista and Wester, Prime Time Racing from 5-9 p.m., Leonardo Kids Music at 5:30 p.m., The Amazing Gary Magic Show at 6:30 p.m., Reality Bytes Band at 8 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Parking limited. Free. villageofpingreegrove.org.

MCCD First Friday Concert: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, July 11, at the Lost Valley Visitor Center patio, Route 31 and Harts Road, Ringwood. Music from Mill Creek Jumble, an Americana/folk/string band from Grayslake. Bring a picnic dinner. Kids 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Free. mccdistrict.org.

Westmont Movies Under the Stars: 8:30-11 p.m. Friday, July 11, at Diane Main Park, 200 W. 59th St., Westmont. “Moana 2” will be shown. Concessions available. Bring blankets and chairs. westmontparks.org.

Saturday, July 12

Splash, Dash, & Pedal Bash Kids Triathlon: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Turtle Splash Water Park, 129 W. National St., West Chicago. Kids 6-13 can compete in a triathlon followed by a DJ, pizza, Aqua Zumba classes, chalk on the deck, contests and giveaways from noon to 4 p.m. Early bird: $20-$25; regular: $25-$30. Register: we-goparks.org/special-events.

Kid’s Garage Sale: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 12, at Lions Park, Silver Lake Road north of Three Oaks Road, Cary. A garage sale geared toward kids. carypark.com.

McHenry Garden Walk: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 12, starting at Master Gardener Demonstration Garden at MCC parking lot C, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake. University of Illinois Extension, McHenry County Master Gardeners and MCC host the self-guided tour featuring 12 gardens (two demonstration and 10 residential) gardens in Crystal Lake, Woodstock, Lake in the Hills and McHenry. See colorful gardens studded with artwork, edible plots and more. $15. Register: extension.illinois.edu.

Pollinatorpallooza!: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Randall Oaks Recreation Center, 500 N. Randall Road, West Dundee. Taste honey, play pollinator games, take home native wildflower seeds and join a pollinator parade at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Zoo admission: $6, free for kids 1 and younger and U.S. military with ID. dtpd.org.

19th annual Downers Grove Garden Walk: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, July 12. All of the proceeds go to Downers Grove First UMC Bridge Board to provide transitional housing and mentoring for previously homeless families. Tickets go on sale mid-June. Tickets are $20 in advance at Anderson’s Bookshop, 5112 Main St., Downers Grove; Community Bank of Downers Grove, 1111 Warren Ave.; Phillip’s Flowers & Gifts, 528 N. Cass Ave., Westmont; The Growing Place, 25W471 Plank Road, Naperville; or via dgfumc.org or tinyurl.com/DGGardenWalk25. Day-of tickets for $25 at any of the gardens or in the church parking lot from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Rain or shine.

Knox Garden Walk: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 12. Presented by the Presbyterian Women of Knox Church, the self-guided walk features six Naperville area gardens. Advance tickets may be purchased for $15 online at knoxpres.org/events or in person at Knox Presbyterian Church, 1105 Catalpa in Naperville, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays until 4 p.m. Thursday, July 10; cash or check only. Online purchasers will pick up their brochures with garden locations on the day of the walk in a drive-through at the church’s Basswood parking lot between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Day-of tickets also may be purchased for $20 (cash or check). In the event of severe weather, the garden walk will be canceled with no refunds. Proceeds benefit Northern Illinois Food Bank.

Classic Car Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Elgin History Museum, 360 Park St., Elgin. Open to all years and makes: Stock or modified cars, trucks and motorcycles. Cars are featured on the front lawn and Park Street. elginhistory.org.

Elgin Unplug Illinois: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 12, at Lords Park and Wing Park, Elgin. Games, activities, Popsicles and giveaways. Free. elginil.gov.

Elgin Unplug Illinois: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Hawthorne Hill Nature Center, 28 Brookside Drive, Elgin. Parent-led activities with hands-on crafts, interactive activities and “no phone” scavenger hikes. Free. elginil.gov.

Glen Ellyn Unplug Illinois: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 12, at Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center, 800 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn. Fitness, nature activities, games, arts, sports, food trucks, face painting and other technology-free activities. Free. gepark.org.

Grayslake Greenery Garden Club garden walk: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 12. Eight residential gardens, plus a bonus garden, all in Grayslake, will be featured on the self-guided tour. Expert advice at the bonus garden available at Ask a Master Gardener. Tickets are $10 available at www.grayslakegardenclub.org/garden-walk or at the Grayslake Farmers Market in July, or on the day of the event at Centennial Plaza at Whitney and Center streets.

Unplug Illinois: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Bubble Party, balloon twister and more. algonquin.org/recreation.

Picnic in the Park: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Kiwanis Park, 3S075 Home Ave., Warrenville. For Unplug Illinois: free grilled hot dogs, chips and drinks while playing old-fashioned games. Free. warrenvilleparks.org.

Blind Flight Outdoor Beer Tasting: 1-5 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at Carpenter Park, 275 Maple Ave., Carpentersville. Carpentersville Morning Rotary Club hosts a picnic-style craft beer tasting fundraiser. Vote on your favorites. Food for sale and live music. Beer-tasting tickets, which are $40, include a tasting glass. Tickets: carpentersvillerotary.org.

Rockin’ for Our Vets concert featuring Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band: 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Cantigny Parade Field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Stolen Silver performs at 6 p.m., followed by Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band at 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit West Suburban Foundation for Disabled Veterans. $50, plus fee, includes off-site parking at DuPage Complex and County Fairgrounds. Tickets: wsfdv.org.

Fox River Grove fireworks: 6 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at Picnic Grove Park, 598 Birch Lane, Fox River Grove. Seven food trucks and a glow vendor with fireworks at dusk. facebook.com/frgliving.

Morton Arboretum walking play: 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, July 12-27 and Aug. 2-3, 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. mortonarb.org/explore/activities/events/walking-plays.

Summer Insect Extravaganza: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 12, at the Nature Center at Spring Valley, Schaumburg. Games and crafts, and search for insects in the prairie and at the pond. At dusk, take a wagon ride to the woods for a short walk to see the fireflies. $3; $12 per family; free for kids 2 and younger. parkfun.com.

Elburn Lions Club fireworks show: 7 p.m. Saturday, July 12, in Lions Park, 500 Filmore St., Elburn. Concessions for purchase. Fireworks at around 9:30 p.m. Parking west of the park; donations welcome. Limited parking on the streets. Rain date: July 13. facebook.com/ElburnFireworksShow.

Island Lake Fireworks: Saturday, July 12. villageofislandlake.com/events.

Sunday, July 13

Elmhurst Garden Walk & Faire: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, July 13. “An Afternoon in the Garden” showcases six private and public gardens, along with a boutique in Wilder Park, 211 S. Prospect Ave. Proceeds go to fund student scholarships and other community projects. No tickets are sold at Wilder Park. Ticket sales, $25 in advance or $30 day of, are online only via elmhurstgardenclub.org/garden-walk-faire/.

Heritage Fair: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at the McHenry County Historical Museum, 6422 Main St., Union. Plant sale, vintage sale, artisan demos, kids’ activities, food vendors and more. mchenrycountyhistory.org.

Water Street Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 13, along Water and Webster streets, Naperville. Juried art exhibition and sale featuring paintings, drawings, sculpture, fiber, graphics, mixed media, jewelry, photography, pottery, metalwork, glass, wood, digital art and glass. Also, kids’ activities and live jazz by the Pete Ellman Trio. Free parking in the Hotel Indigo parking garage or municipal center upper deck. Free. waterstreetnaperville.com/ or facebook.com/WaterStreetNaperville.

Healing Gardens: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Stone Hill Farm, 37W249 Dean St., St. Charles. Come enjoy the natural wooded setting and perennial gardens. Admission is $5 per person; $10 per family; cancer survivors are free. Donations of time/money for upkeep are welcome. Special programs monthly. healinggardensatstonehillfarm.com.

Play, Picnic & Party: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at the Elk Grove Village Village Hall, library and park district grounds, 901-1001 Wellington Ave., Elk Grove Village. Live music, petting zoo, police dog demonstration, touch-a-truck and more. Free. elkgrove.org/community/special-events/play-picnic-party.

Family Farm Fest: 2 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at the Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst. Live music from bluegrass band Bourbon Aristocracy, plus a petting zoo, touch a historic tractor, learn about harvesting honey from a beekeeper, try old-fashioned farm chores and more. Free. elmhursthistory.org.

Noche de Familia: 5-8 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Explore the connection between monarch butterflies and Hispanic heritage through crafts, cuisine, songs and story time. Included with Arboretum admission. mortonarb.org.

McHenry Fiesta Days fireworks: 5:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Petersen Park, 4300 Petersen Park Road, McHenry. Music by Jimmy Nick and Fearless starting at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. No charge to park or at the gate. Limited parking available. mchenryfiestadays.com.

Naperville Concert in Your Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Arrowhead Park, 711 Iroquois Ave., Naperville. Music from The Throwbacks. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. napervilleparks.org/concertsinyourpark.

Glendale Heights Fest fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13 at Camera Park, 101 E. Fullerton Ave. in Glendale Heights. For parking details, visit glendaleheightsfest.com.

Tuesday, July 15

Ice Cream with the Cops & Firefighters: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 15, at Franzen Park, 730 Catalpa Ave., Itasca. Games with Itasca police officers and firefighters. Ice cream provided by Itasca Bank & Trust. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Geneva Park District Park Cookout: 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, at Preston Park, 39W219 Preston Circle, Geneva. Free picnic in the park with hot dogs, veggie dogs, chips and beverages, first-come, first-served. genevaparks.org.

Summer Concerts at the Gazebo: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, at the Addison Village Green gazebo, One Friendship Plaza. The Reunion Jazz Orchestra will be returning to summer series. Hosted by Addison Center for the Arts. Bring lawn chair and coolers. Free. addisoncenterforthearts.com.