Things to do June 5-11: Cream of Wheaton, Roselle Lions Rose Festival, Chicago Blues Fest, Elgin Pride Parade and more

Starts before Friday

North Shore 15th annual Chamber Music Festival: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, June 3, 5 and 6, at the Village Church of Northbrook, 1300 Shermer Road, Northbrook. $15-$55 for one night, $20-$100 for two nights, $30-$130 for three nights. nscmf.org.

Antioch Taste of Summer: 4-10 p.m. Thursday, June 4; 4-11 p.m. Friday, June 5; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 6; and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 7, on Skidmore Drive and Orchard Street, Antioch. Music, food vendors, family activities and more. Free. antiochchamber.org.

Cream of Wheaton: 4-10 p.m. Thursday, June 4; 4-11 p.m. Friday, June 5; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 6; and 1-8 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Memorial Park and downtown Wheaton. Live entertainment, food, a beer garden, kids’ activities, a business expo, and an arts and crafts fair. Music lineup: Thursday: Wheaton Warrenville South Show Choir at 5:30 p.m. and Electro Retro at 6:45 p.m.; Friday: Banned Joe at 4 p.m., Vital Signs at 6 p.m. and The Ron Burgundy’s at 8 p.m.; Saturday: Run Forrest Run at 10 a.m., Liquidated Damages at 12:30 p.m., ALTraWAVE at 2 p.m., Mixtape Collective at 4 p.m., Nerdvana at 6 p.m. and Infinity at 8 p.m.; and Sunday: Chemically Imbalanced at noon, Mickey Hatfield at 1:45 p.m., Like a Stone at 3:45 p.m.; and Libido Funk Circus at 5:45 p.m. The carnival is at Liberty Drive and Carlton Avenue; wristbands are $25 in advance or $30 the day of. Kids’ activities, giveaways and more from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and noon to 3 p.m. Sunday. Arts and crafts fair from 4-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. Free. wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus: 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, June 4-5; 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6; and 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. More than 60 world-class performers performing in a five-ring layout. Tickets start at $23.27. gardenbrosnuclearcircus.com.

Chicago Blues Festival: 5-10:30 p.m. Thursday, June 4, at the Ramova Theatre, 3520 S. Halsted St., Chicago; noon to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday, June 5-7, at Millennium Park, Chicago; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, on Maxwell Street, between South Halsted Street and South Union Avenue, Chicago. Performances by top-tier blues talent. The kickoff Thursday includes a panel discussion: “20 Years of the Mississippi Blues Trail” at 6 p.m. Free. chicago.gov.

“Birthday Candles”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, June 4-6, and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Playhouse Theatre, McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. This poignant play examines the highlights, heartbreaks and extraordinary moments that make up one woman’s ordinary life. $43-$45. atthemac.org.

Friday, June 5

Hoffman Estates Garden Club’s annual plant sale: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 5, at the Schaumburg Farmers Market, 190 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Sun and shade plants, vegetables and herbs and a limited number of native plants such as milkweed and coneflower will be for sale. A portion of the sales will be donated to the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry. hoffmanestatesgardenclub.club.

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 5, in the parking lot on Riverside and State Avenue in downtown St. Charles. Fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheese, breads, sweets, honey and more. facebook.com/STCFarmersMarket.

MainStreet Libertyville’s First Fridays: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, June 5, on Main Street in Libertyville. Music, refreshments and more. Free. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

Summer Kickoff Celebration: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, June 5, at Lincoln Marsh Prairie Patch Play Area, 1000 W. Lincoln Ave., Wheaton. Activities, crafts and open play. Registration encouraged. Register: wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Riverwalk Duck Race: 11 a.m. Friday, June 5, along the Naperville Riverwalk. 2,026 plastic ducks will race in the DuPage River from the foot bridge near Centennial Park to the Eagle Street Bridge near the Naperville Municipal Center. Adopt a duck online for $10 each (three for $25, 15 for $100); grand prize is $1,981; second ($300) and third ($150) place prizes in Downtown Naperville gift cards. All proceeds will benefit the Riverwalk Foundation. downtownnaperville.com.

Whinny City Pony Con 2026 — Ren Faire: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday, June 5-7, at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg, 1800 E. Golf Road, Schaumburg. A Renaissance Faire celebrating “My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic” and its fandom. $75, $12.51 for kids 7-12, and free for kids 6 and younger. Tickets: eventbrite.com.

Nature in Your Neighborhood: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Lords Park Zoo, 207 Grand Blvd., Elgin. A storytime and craft for young kids about chipmunks. Free. elginil.gov.

St. Sophia Greek Fest: Noon to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 5-6, and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 525 Church Road, Elgin. Authentic Greek entrees and sweets, Greek beer, Mediterranean wine and more. Music lineup: Friday: John Panopoulos Orchestra; Saturday: Rembetoneria; and Sunday: Hellenic 5. Marketplace includes crafts, jewelry, books, icons, clothing and more. Free. stsophiagreekfest.com.

Downtown Elgin Market: 3-8 p.m. Friday, June 5, 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, June 5, at Henry J. Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Fresh produce, baked goods, sauces, live music, kids’ activities and more. Free. lakezurich.org/366/Farmers-Market.

Eid Fest: 4-11 p.m. Friday, June 5; 2-11 p.m. Saturday, June 6; and 2-10 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Family event with food, a full carnival and a bazaar. $3 admission; carnival tickets sold separately. eidfest.us/event-info.

Ribfest Chicago: 4-10 p.m. Friday, June 5, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, at 4000 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago. Ribs, music on two stages, beer, a daily bourbon/whiskey tasting, an expanded kids’ area and more. Entertainment includes: Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press, La Fete du Funk, Second Hand News, Rearview and Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute. $10 donation benefits the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce. ChicagoEvents.com.

West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, June 5, at The Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee. A mixed market offering fresh produce and other goods such as honey, greens, soaps, breads, cheeses, flowers, artwork, wearables and more. wdundee.org.

Community Chess Night: 4:30-9 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Block 59, 404 Route 59, Naperville. Chess players of all ages and skill levels are invited to play. Mini chess lessons with Elite Chess instructors. Blitz Tournament at 6 p.m. Prizes for tournament winners, plus giveaways. Free. Register: theblock59.com/events.

21st annual Roselle Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, June 5, at the American Legion Hall, 344 E. Maple, Roselle. The StingRays will perform. Free. cruiseroselle.com.

Kick-off to Summer Carnival: 5-10 p.m. Friday, June 5; 1-10 p.m. Saturday, June 6; and 1-8 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Downtown Highwood Metra Station Parking Lot, 406 Sheridan Road, Highwood. Carnival with rides, games and food. Discounted unlimited ride wristbands cost $30 from 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and $35 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. celebratehighwood.org.

Lincoln Park Greek Fest: 5-11 p.m. Friday, June 5; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 6; and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 2701 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago. Greek food, music, dancing and more. Music: Probable Cause at 5:30 p.m. and 16 Candles at 7:30 p.m. Friday; and Ormi Orchestra from 4-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Dance troupes: Whispers of the Mediterranean at noon Saturday and Sunday, Cretan Youth of Chicago at 6 p.m. Saturday, and Perifania Adult Dance Group at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Free. lincolnparkgreekfest.com.

Roselle Lions Rose Festival: 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 5-6, in Pedal Plaza in downtown Roselle. Carnival rides, food trucks and live music. Music lineup: Dixon Bandits (tribute to Southern rock) on Friday; Tryptic from 5-7 p.m. and Jimmy Nicks from 8-10 p.m. Saturday. Car show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 555 E. Irving Park Road; entry fee: $10 a car. 65th annual Rose Parade at 2 p.m. Sunday. Free. roselle-lions.squarespace.com/rosefest or facebook.com/RoselleLionsRoseFest.

Tacoville Festival: 5-10 p.m. Friday, June 5; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 6; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Latin food from over 20 vendors and food trucks. Live music featuring mariachi, cumbia, Latin pop, rock en español and a DJ stage. Local merchants, outdoor bars, a kids’ play area and competitions. Weekend pass $24.64, daily pass $14. eventbrite.com.

Bitter Jester Music Festival: 5:30-10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 5-6, at Port Clinton Square, 600 Central Ave., Highland Park. The first of four preliminary battles of the bands, which will be followed by a grand finale concert. Free. bitterjesterfoundation.org.

Friday Night Live: 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, June 5, at the Main Street train station in downtown Downers Grove. Connie and Vernam Cipher will perform. Free. downtowndg.org.

Rolling Meadows Block Party: 6-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, on Central Road, in front of Rolling Meadows High School, 2901 Central Road, Rolling Meadows. Music by Rica Obsesion and Dancing Queen. Free. cityrm.org.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, and Wednesday, June 10, in downtown St. Charles. Friday: Katie Rose & Liam Sheridan on 1st Street Plaza, 29 S. First St. Wednesday: 13 Days on 1st Street Plaza and Jack Macklin at Rookies All-American Pub & Grill, 1545 W. Main St. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

26th annual Ice Show: 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at The Edge Ice Arena, 735 E. Jefferson St., Bensenville. Skaters from the Edge’s Learn to Skate and Crystal Edges Competitive team showcase their skills. bensenville.gov.

First Friday Summer Dances: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, 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.; Rumba, with music from The Throwbacks, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. parkfun.com.

Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Saturday June Band will perform. Free. vhw.org.

South Elgin Movie Night in the Park: 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Movie bingo before “The Bad Guys 2” at dusk. Concessions for purchase. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

GreenRoom Productions First Friday Improv: 7 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Hemmens Theater in the Round, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. Family-friendly improv shows. $15-$22. greenroomimprov.com.

Sounds of Summer Friday concerts: 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Billy Elton will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Glen Ellyn Teen Splash Bash: 8-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Sunset Pool, 483 Fairview Ave., Glen Ellyn. Pool party with games and swimming for kids 10-14. Adults must be present for check-in and checkout. $12-$16. Register at gepark.org/register.

Spies of the World: 8 p.m. Friday, June 5, at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Tribute to The Grateful Dead. Tickets start at $45. rauecenter.org.

Westmont Movies Under the Stars: 8:30-11 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Diane Main Park, 300 W. 59th St., Westmont. See “Wicked: For Good” (PG). Concessions available. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. westmontparks.org.

Wood Dale Summer Movie Night: 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 5, at White Oak Park, 111 S. Wood Dale Road. See “Jurassic World: Rebirth.” Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Free. wdparks.org.

Elgin Summer Movies in the Park: Dusk Friday, June 5, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Family activities before a screening of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (2005). Concessions from local nonprofits. Free. elginil.gov.

Saturday, June 6

Downtown Downers Grove Market: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 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.

Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K: 7:30 a.m. Saturday, June 6, at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. 5K/10K starts at 7:30 a.m. and Kids Half Mile for kids 4-10 at 8:45 a.m. Cosley Foundation fundraiser. 10K is $45 or $50 on race day, 5K is $40-$45, kids’ half-mile is $20-$25. Register: wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Aurora Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 6, at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St., Aurora. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods and pastry items, local food trucks and vendors, coffee, artisan items and more. aurora-il.org/1595/Aurora-Farmers-Market.

Batavia’s morning farmers market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 6, on North River Street, between Wilson and Spring streets, Batavia. Produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Free. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Fishing Derby: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, June 6, at Plum Grove Reservoir, on the Harper College campus, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Learn how to fish. Registration is $5 at the event. palatineparks.org.

Huntley Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 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, June 6, in the Metra parking lot at 1001 Burlington Ave., Lisle. Fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more. bensidounusa.com/lisle.

Wheaton French Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6, 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.

Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Race starts from two locations: The 10-mile race is at 8:30 a.m. from Mount St. Mary’s Park on Route 31 in St. Charles; the 6-mile race is at 10:30 a.m., launching from the Batavia VFW. Both end at McCullough Park in Aurora for a post-race party featuring food, music, vendor booths and an awards ceremony. Canoe/kayak race for paddlers of all ages and abilities featuring nine canoe divisions, seven kayak divisions and an open (noncompetitive) division. Fees vary. Register online by Wednesday, June 3, at foxvalleyparkdistrict.org or at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora.

Color Craze: 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 6, at Summerlakes Park, 3S010 Talbot Ave., Warrenville. All-ages event with music and movement. $23-$28. Register: warrenvilleparks.org.

Elmhurst Cycling Classic & Elmhurst Twilight Mile: 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Wilder Park and Elmhurst University. Presented by DuPage Cycling Foundation. A day of bike racing that includes elite cyclists from around the U.S. One-mile run at 7:30 p.m. featuring three heats. Elmhurst Park District Family Fun Ride, a free event for all ages, is at 5 p.m.; register from 2-4 p.m. Wilder Mansion beer garden open featuring Phase Three Brewing beer, wine, soft drinks and more; $20 for 21 and older, $5 for ages 6-20. elmhurstcyclingclassic.com.

Fishing Derby: 9-11 a.m. Sunday, June 6, at Four Seasons Park, use the Finley Road entrance, Lombard. Bring a fishing pole and a bucket for a live well. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., with awards at 11 a.m. Free; advance registration required via lombardparks.org.

Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antique Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Hosted by Chicago Suburban Antiques Dealers Association. $10, free for kids younger than 14. csada.com.

Gabby’s Dollhouse Fairylandia Tour: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Includes garden-themed crafts, hands-on activities and scavenger hunts. Special meet-and-greet opportunities with a costumed Gabby with separate timed-entry meet-and-greet tickets, which are free but must be reserved in advance. Included with Arboretum general admission: $23 for adults, $17 for seniors and kids 4-17, and free for kids 3 and younger. mortonarb.org.

Northern Illinois Art Show: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, on the DeKalb County Courthouse lawn, 133 W. State St., Sycamore. Kishwaukee Valley Art League’s 55th annual show. Free. kval-nfp.org/nias-2026.

Outdoor Con: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 6, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg. Hunting, fishing, camping and other outdoor gear and apparel. Tickets start at $23.18. theoutdoorcon.com.

Prospect Heights Community Day: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 6, at the Prospect Heights Public Works, 401 Piper Lane, Prospect Heights. Meet representatives of local organizations. Free. prospect-heights.il.us.

Midwest Haunters Convention: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Halloween show dedicated to haunters, actors and Halloween enthusiasts, with entertainment, tours, networking, contests and more. Preconvention haunt tours June 4-5. Tickets start at $40. midwesthaunterscon.com/attend.

Cavalcade of Planes: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, at Clow International Airport, 130 Clow International Parkway, Bolingbrook. Annual display of aircraft and warbirds, various aircraft rides offered, military fly-bys, vendors, food and drinks, and a World War ll beer canteen. The Illinois Aviation Museum will be open. Reserve airplane and helicopter rides early. Admission: $6.21 for 6 and older. Tickets: cavalcadeofplanes.com.

Deerfield Art Festival: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, at 821 Park Ave., Deerfield. 100 artists in various mediums, live music, live painting classes and kids’ activities. Free. amdurproductions.com.

Fox River Arts Ramble: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Fine Line Creative Arts Center, 37W694 Bolcum Road, St. Charles, and other locations in the Tri-Cities. At Fine Line, there will be an artisan market, art demos, live music from local artists and more. Rain or shine. Free. For a map of locations, see foxriverarts.com.

Glen Ellyn Vintage Auto Fest: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6, behind Stacy’s Tavern Museum and the Glen Ellyn History Center, 800 N. Main St., Glen Ellyn. 12th annual vintage car show with People’s Choice Award. In the museum, family craft activities, auto history lectures and Stacy’s Corners Store. Tours of Stacy’s Tavern from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. gehs.org.

Hinsdale Fine Arts Festival: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, at Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. hinsdalechamber.com/fine-arts.

Illinois Home Show: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 6, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Home improvement professionals. Free with online registration or $10 at the door. ilhomeshows-de.com.

79th annual 57th Street Art Fair: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 6, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 7, on 57th Street, between Woodlawn and Kenwood avenues (Hyde Park), Chicago. Nearly 200 artists, live music from Buddy Guy’s Legends, family-friendly activities and local food trucks. Free. 57thstreetartfair.org.

Downers Grove PrideFest: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. A family-friendly celebration featuring local organizations and businesses, food vendors, music, a costume parade, interactive games and activities. eqdg.org.

Elgin Pride Parade & Festival: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Elgin Pride: ELGbtq+ hosts the fourth annual family-friendly festival. Parade steps off at 11 a.m. at Riverside Drive and Prairie Street, heading north to Chicago Street, east to Spring Street, then south back to Prairie. Followed by the festival in Festival Park with Mahira BellyDance of Chicagoland, music by Sweetie and Blanket Fort Assembly, and food trucks. Free. elginpride.org.

Illinois Vintage Fest: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Over 120 vendors of mostly vintage clothing. Free. facebook.com/illinoisvintagefest.

Civil War Days: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Sheldon Peck Homestead, 355 W. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Living history demonstrations, historic encampments, and stories connected to Lombard’s own Sanford Peck. Free. lombardhistory.org.

Rosemont UnCorked Wine Festival: Noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 6, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Wine samples, live music, food and more. Tickets start at $45, $20 for designated drivers. rosemontuncorked.com.

Uncaged in the Zoo: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Lords Park Zoo, off Grand Boulevard, Elgin. See live animals up close with Chi-town Exotics. Free. elginil.gov.

Mundelein Craft Beer Festival: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Courtland Commons, 400 E. Courtland St., Mundelein. Beer samples, live music and food. $50 in advance, $55 at the door, $15 for designated drivers. mundeleincommunityconnection.org.

Batavia Uncorked: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Wine-tasting event with 10 vendors, food and live music. Premier ticket: $55 for 15, 1-ounce pours. General admission: $40 for 10, 1-ounce pours. Designated driver: $10. bataviaparks.org/event/batavia-uncorked.

Create With Us — Jeremiah Hulsebos-Spofford: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 S. Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst. Exhibiting artist Jeremiah Hulsebos-Spofford presents a hands-on mixed-media session that uses drawing and collage as tools to collectively imagine and remix new forms of monuments for the future. Included with admission. elmhurstartmuseum.org.

Glen Ellyn Bike Rodeo: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Main Street Recreation parking lot, Glen Ellyn. Kids 3-12 can learn bicycle safety skills through drills and activities. Bring a bike and wear a fitted bike helmet. In partnership with the Glen Ellyn Public Library. Free. Register: gepark.org/calendar.

Woodstock Food Truck Festival on the Square: 4-9 p.m. Saturday, June 6, on the historic Woodstock Square, Woodstock. 30 food trucks, live music and a beer tent. Free. woodstockilchamber.com.

An Evening of Dance: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock. A celebration of movement, music and storytelling through dance. $25-$30. woodstockoperahouse.com.

Bensenville Movie at the Park: 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Sunset Park, Grove Avenue and Judson Street, Bensenville. Screening of the PG-rated “Sketch.” Free. bvilleparks.org.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturday, June 6, and 9 p.m. Wednesday, June, 10, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks display set to popular and special occasion soundtracks. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

StoryWalk: Saturday, June 6, through Sunday, June 14, at Ackerman Park, 800 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn. Explore a natural area on this self-guided StoryWalk, reading “Wonder Walkers” by Micha Archer. Park in the Lenox Road parking lot. Free. gepark.org.

Sunday, June 7

Hickory Knolls Trail Run and Relay: 8 a.m. Sunday, June 7, at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, off Campton Hills Road, St. Charles. 5K or 10K along a 3-mile loop course through a natural area or 10K relay run. Proceeds benefit the St. Charles Park Foundation. $65. Register: raceroster.com.

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7, in a city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

Great Midwest Train Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester Road, Wheaton. Over 300 tables of model trains, accessories and parts. $8, free for kids 11 and younger with a paid adult. dupagecountyfair.org.

Lambs on the Run: 9 a.m. Sunday, June 7, at Lambs Farm, 14245 W. Rockland Road, Libertyville. 5K run and 2-mile walk. $30, includes a finisher medal. Proceeds benefit adults with developmental disabilities. Register at runsignup.com/Race/IL/Libertyville/LambsFarm.

Makin’ Strides for Strays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Phillips Park main pavilion, 900 Ray C. Moses Drive, Aurora. A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter’s annual 5K walk/run around Mastodon Lake and a dog-friendly festival supporting animals in need. Post-race celebration with food, music, vendors and dog-friendly activities. $45 for 5K. Festival is free, but donations are encouraged. Register: runsignup.com/Race/IL/Aurora/MakinStridesForStrays.

Naperville Doll & Teddy Bear Show: 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Marriott grand ballroom, 1801 N. Naper Blvd., Naperville. Antique, vintage, modern, collectible, Barbie, Steiff and more. On-site doll restringing, doll appraisals and door prizes. $8; free for kids 12 and younger. Early-bird admission at 8 a.m. is $15. kanecountydollshow.com.

Crystal Lake Farmers Market+ At The Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7, 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.

Dynamic Donuts: 10-11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 7, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Join superheroes for decorating doughnuts, crafts and photo ops. Tickets include admission. $16. Tickets: blackberryfarm.info/special-events.

Fishin’ Kids: 10 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 7, at May Watts Park; meet on Oakton Lane in Naperville. Kids 5-11 can learn the basics of fishing. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Fishing poles, bait and tackle provided. $38-$57. Register: napervilleparks.org.

Lisle Woman’s Club Garden Gait: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 7. Self-guided tour featuring five private gardens and one public park and a garden-themed craft fair. It begins at the Museums of Lisle Station Park, 921 School St. $20 in advance, $25 day of. Tickets: lislewomansclub.org.

Third annual Walk with Charlie: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 7, at Prairie Elementary School, 500 Charles Ave., Naperville. Team Charlie is hosting the community event in support of children facing rare and devastating diseases, including 9-year-old Charlie Sims of Naperville. Free; donations encouraged. Register: GoTeamCharlie.org.

Buffalo Grove Pride Parade: 11 a.m. Sunday, June 7, on Buffalo Grove Road and Deerfield Parkway, Buffalo Grove. Family-friendly Pride parade. Free. buffalogrovepride.com.

Fahrrad Tour Von Schaumburg Bike Ride: 11 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 7, at the Jerry Handlon Administration Building, 235 E. Beech Drive, Schaumburg. Police-guided, one-hour tour of Schaumburg’s bikeways. Not for beginners and riders with training wheels. Free. parkfun.com.

Rhubarb Fest: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Heritage Farm at Spring Valley, 201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg. Games, crafts, treats and rhubarb plants for sale. Free. parkfun.com.

St. Charles Pride Fest: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Mount St. Mary Park, off Prairie Street and east of Route 31, St. Charles. Food trucks, crafts, live music, karaoke, giveaways and activities. Free. stcharlesil.gov.

Pride Picnic: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Mike Rylko Community Park (near the Spray ‘N Play), 1000 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove. Beyond the Blonde, food trucks, and family entertainment featuring inflatables, lawn games and face painters. Free. bgparks.org/pride-picnic.

Downtown Naperville Summer Wine Walk: Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 7, in downtown Naperville. Shop local stores while sampling 13 curated wine tastings. $60. downtownnaperville.com.

Naperville Kite Fly: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Frontier Park, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive, Naperville. Professional kite-flying demonstrations by Chicago Kite, live music and food trucks. Free. napervilleparks.org/kitefly.

Garden Party & Ice Cream Social: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Gregg House Museum, 115 S. Linden Ave., Westmont. See the historic Gregg House garden and meet experts from the Garden Club of Downers Grove. Kids can plant a flower to take home. Suggested donation of $2 for ice cream. westmontparks.org.

Illinois Bridal & Wedding Expo: 1-5:30 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Meet a variety of wedding professionals, from bridal gowns and venues to photography, music, catering, invitations and honeymoon destinations. Free passes available online; $10 at the door. bridalshowsil-de.com.

65th annual Rose Parade: 2 p.m. Sunday, June 7, in Roselle. Parade, with the theme “Swing Into Summer,” starts at East Devon Avenue and North Roselle Road, heads south on Roselle Road to East Thorndale Avenue, east on Thorndale to North Prospect Street, south on Prospect to East Irving Park Road, and east to Lawrence Avenue, ending at Irving Park and Maple Avenue. roselle.il.us.

American Wind Band concert: 3 p.m. Sunday, June 7, on the west side of the American Legion Post 80, 4000 Saratoga Ave., Downers Grove. In case of inclement weather, it will be held in the Legion hall. Free. americanwindband.org.

Wheeling’s Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 5-6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. No Turn On Red will perform. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Daryl Nitz & Friends!: 7 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at the Hemmens Theatre in the Round, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. Broadway favorites, pop, jazz, blues and requests. $22-$27.50. hemmens.org.

Roaring Nights: 7 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. Melissa Etheridge will perform. $55 for members, $65 general admission. brookfieldzoo.org.

Monday, June 8

Lords Park Family Concerts: Noon to 1 p.m. Monday, June 8, at Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. New Vintage Strings will perform. Free. chambermusiconthefox.org.

Motor Monday Cruise Night: 5 p.m. to dusk Monday, June 8, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Cars and trucks of various makes and models. In partnership with the Midwest Racing Preservation Association. Free. eastdundee.net.

Music on the Esplanade, Bitter Jester Music Festival: 6 p.m. Monday, June 8, at the Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Performances from Bitter Jester Music Festival alumni. Free; regular parking and admission fees apply for nonmembers. chicagobotanic.org/music.

Movie Monday: 7 p.m. Monday, June 8, at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. “Aladdin” (1992). Doors open at 6 p.m. $1 (cash only at the door). Concessions via cash or card. paramountaurora.com/series/movie-mondays.

Tuesday, June 9

Adventures in the Zoo: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Lords Park Zoo, 207 Grand Blvd., Elgin. A weekly drop-in program with a different science/nature guest. Featuring Xenarthral Animals. Free. elginil.gov.

Children’s Lunch Hour Entertainment: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Naperville Riverwalk's Grand Pavilion, 912 Sindt Court. Leonardo will perform. Free. napervilleparks.org.

Art @ the Peck: Noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Sheldon Peck Homestead, 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Hands-on art experiences inspired by nature, history and the pioneer spirit of the homestead. Free. lombardhistory.org.

Lombard Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, on South Park Avenue at St. Charles Road, Lombard. Seasonal fruits, vegetables, handcrafted goods, live music and kids’ activities. lombardchamber.com.

Geneva Park District Park Cookout: 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Braeburn Park, 507 Western Ave., Batavia. Free picnic in the park; first-come, first-served. genevaparks.org.

Addison Uncorked: 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, on the Addison Historical Museum grounds, 135 W. Army Trail Blvd., Addison. Wine, craft beer and hard seltzer tastings provided by Lynfred Winery, Church St. Brewing Co. and Sal’s Beverage World. Light bites and yacht rock and jazz music by Jane Allyson. For 21 and older. Funds raised support the Addison Historical Society, Center for the Arts, and Women’s Club. $30 or $35 at the door. Tickets: facebook.com/AddisonCenterForTheArts/.

Downers Grove Summer Concert Series: 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Industrial Drive will perform. Food and beverage sales begin at 6 p.m., with music from 7-8:30 p.m. Free. dgparks.org.

Paradise Bay Pop-Up Events: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Paradise Bay Water Park, 437 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard. Pirate Float Night. Enter with a pool pass or pay the daily admission fee. lombardparks.com/paradise-bay-water-park.

South Elgin Zumba in the Park: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Free outdoor Zumba class. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Concerts in the Plaza: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. Brett Newski & the Bad Inventions will perform. $20 vehicle entrance fee after 4:30 p.m. lcfpd.org/concerts.

Crystal Lake Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. The Yacht Rock-ettes will perform. Free. Food truck schedule posted a week in advance at crystallakeparks.org/special-events.

Dundee Township Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Grafelman Park, 112 N. 5th St., West Dundee. Nigel Mack Blues Attack will perform. Food and drinks sold by Dundee Township Lions Club, with proceeds benefiting the community. Free. dtpd.org/concerts-in-the-park.

Huntley Concerts on the Square: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at Huntley Town Square on Coral Street, Huntley. Pino Farina Band will perform. Free. huntley.il.us.

Millennium Carillon Summer Recital Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, 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. Post-recital moonlight carillon tours available for $2, cash only. napervilleparks.org/carillonrecitalseries.

Wednesday, June 10

Elmhurst Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, in Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church’s parking lot at 149 W. Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst. Fresh produce, local vendors, artisan goods and food trucks. Free. elmhurstfarmersmarket.com or facebook.com/ElmhurstFarmersMarket.

Winfield Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at the southwest corner of Geneva and County Farm roads, Winfield. Fresh produce and bakery items, specialty foods, handcrafted jewelry, homemade goods. Kids 10 and younger can pick up a special coloring page celebrating America’s 250th. Free. facebook.com/WinfieldFarmMarket.

Itasca Family Fun Entertainment: 10-10:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Itasca Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road, Itasca. Smarty Pants — Balloon Show. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Critics Classics: 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Elk Grove Theatre, 1050 Elk Grove Town Center, Elk Grove Village. Screening of “Batman Begins.” Hosted by the Chicago Film Critics Association. $9 or $7 matinee; $7-$6 for 60 and older, $1.50 booking fee. classiccinemas.com.

Highwood Evening Gourmet Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Over 60 vendors and Red Panda Band will perform from 6-9 p.m. Free. celebratehighwood.org.

Lisle Food Truck Socials: 4:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, in Commuter Lot B, 1001 Burlington Ave., Lisle. Food trucks and live music. Free. bensidounusa.com/lislefoodtruck.

Batavia’s evening farmers market: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, on the South Riverwalk Plaza in front of city hall, 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Free. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Family Fun Nights: 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Huffman Park, 811 Tartans Drive, West Dundee, and July 15 at Lions Park, 570 Penny Road, East Dundee. Bubble show and balloon twisting. Food and beverages for purchase. Free. dtpd.org/family-nights-in-the-park.

UnPlug at the Park: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Northside Park, 200 Glendale St., Wheeling. Meet Captain America and take photos. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Arbor Evenings: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Hollyy will perform retro rock, indie and soul on Frost Hill. Food trucks and cocktails, wine, beer, water and beverages for purchase. $15 for 13 and older; $5 for kids 4-12, and free for kids 3 and younger. Tickets: mortonarb.org.

Wine Down Wednesdays: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Seven-piece rock band Brass on Fire will perform, plus drinks and food. Free. eastdundee.net.

Elmhurst Wednesday Nights Live: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at the stage under the Umbrella Sky Installation, just north of 254 N. York St., Elmhurst. Whiskey Road will perform. Free. elmhurstcitycentre.com.

Glendale Heights Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Camera Park, 101 Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Family-friendly concerts. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Free. ghrec.org.

The Pepper Family Music Series: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Citizens Park’s Robert Soule Amphitheater, 511 N. Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. Barrington’s White House presents the Elgin Symphony Orchestra in an evening of “Woodwind Serenades.” Free. elginsymphony.org.

South Elgin Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. 90s Pop Nation will perform. Food Truck Wednesdays: 6-8 p.m. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at North School Park, 307 N. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights. “The Greatest Show in the Park” features circus-related music. Free. arlingtonheightsband.org.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Parkman Pavilion, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. Soda will perform. Free. lindenhurstparks.org.

Woodstock City Band: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. The theme is “Make ‘Em Laugh.” Free. woodstockil.gov.

Bensenville Music in the Park: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at the Village Hall Lawn, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville. SEMPLE Band will perform. Classic car cruise night begins at 6 p.m. weekly at Green and Center streets. Free. bensenville.il.us.

Palatine Concert Band: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Toyota Movie Nights: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. “Zootopia 2.” Free; VIP reserved seating available. gallagherway.com.

Thursday, June 11

Stories Under the Sky: 10 a.m. Thursday, June 11, at Kehoe Park, Prairie and Howard streets, St. Charles. A librarian brings stories to life. Meet near the playground; adults must accompany children. Free. stcparks.org.

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

“Stories Under the Hickory Tree”: 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, June 11, at Lords Park Zoo, 207 Grand Blvd., Elgin. Gail Borden Public Library staff presents animated musical and participatory animal-themed programs for kids 3-6. Bring blankets or chairs. Free. elginil.gov.

Lunchtime Live!: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Cerny Park pavilion, 4S150 River Road, Warrenville. Mr. Davis Music will perform kids’ music. Free. warrenvilleparks.org/events.

Hands On History: Noon to 3 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Sheldon Peck Homestead, 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Interactive pioneer-era activities and traditional crafts. This week is Pioneer Butter Making. Free, drop-in. lombardhistory.org.

South Elgin Lunch Time Concert Series: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Junkyard Groove will perform multigenre live covers. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Puerto Rican Festival Chicago: 3-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, June 11-12, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 13-14, at Humboldt Park, 2800 W. Division and Mozart, Chicago. A celebration of Puerto Rican heritage with live music, traditional food, art and entertainment. Tickets start at $15. puertoricanfest.com.

Bolingbrook’s Concerts and Street Markets at the Promenade: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, June 11, on The Row, North and Sandburg Way at The Promenade, 631 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Boy Band Night will perform at 7 p.m. Free. shoppingpromenade.com/events.

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Petal Porch, Main and Prospect streets, Roselle. Fresh produce, artisan goods, specialty foods and more. bensidounusa.com/roselle/roselle.html.

West Chicago Mosaic Market: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at 100-132 Main St., West Chicago. A new 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, June 11, 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, June 11, 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.

Old Canal Days: 5-10:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11; 5-11:30 p.m. Friday, June 12; 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, June 13; and 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, June 14, on Second Street, Lockport. A weekend of celebration filled with food, music, art, tours and special events. Drone show on Thursday, parade with “America’s 250th” theme at 6 p.m. Friday, and fireworks on Sunday. Free. oldcanaldays.com.

Pearl Street Market + Concert in the Park: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Veterans Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry. Local vendors from 5-7:30 p.m.; live music and food trucks at 7 p.m. McHenry City Band and acoustic music by Midge & the Hitman with food trucks Brothers’ BBQ, Mindful Roots and My Funnel Truck. Free. facebook.com/pearlstreetmarketmchenry.

Vernon Township’s VT Palooza: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Peterson Park, 16652 N. Buffalo Grove Road, Lincolnshire. Bounce houses, food vendors, lawn games, discounted swim entry and live music. Free. vernontownship.com.

Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, June 11, on three blocks on Cass Avenue in downtown Westmont. Live music, classic cars, family activities, car clubs, and art and market vendors. All makes and models. Enter at Cass and Norfolk. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights.

Yappy Hour at Bridges Beer Garden: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Bridges Beer Garden, 1400 Poplar Creek Drive, Hoffman Estates. Meet dogs available for adoption from local shelters. Music from the School of Rock band. Free. heparks.org.

Naperville Architecture Walking Tour: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Learn about the architecture from the 1800s to today. Tours last about 60 minutes and cover about two miles. Ticket sales end at 4 p.m.; not available on-site. $15. Register: napersettlement.org.

Carol Stream Summer Concert Series: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. The Spazmatics will perform at 7 p.m. Food and drinks for purchase from 6-8:30 p.m. Free. carolstream.org.

It’s Thursday Concerts: 6 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Antioch Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Everclear. Free. antioch.il.gov.

Rock ’N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Food and kids’ activities. Danny Koker & Count 77 will perform at 6:30, with Pat Travers Band at 8 p.m. Plus, a Globe of Death motorcycle stunt show. 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.

Thirsty Thursdays on the Deck: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Lake Ellyn Boathouse, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Craft beer and wine from The Beer Cellar and acoustic country rock from Aaron Williams and Jules Giampaolo. Complimentary light snacks. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation. $20, includes entry and one drink ticket. Register: gepark.org.

Uniquely Thursdays Summer Concert Series: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. 7th heaven will perform. Food trucks, beer and wine. Free. hinsdalechamber.com.

Roselle Concerts on Main: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Petal Plaza, 31 S. Prospect St., Roselle. Valius will perform. Food trucks include Cousins Maine Lobster, Doctor Dogs and Moo Joe’s Ice Cream. Free. rparks.org.

Thursday Nights Live: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Black Diamond Sessions will perform, with food and beverage options from local restaurants. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Towne Park’s Jerry Kautz Pavilion, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Shout Out Band will perform and food trucks. Algonquin.org/summerconcerts.

Cary Summer Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Lions Park Rotary Bandshell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary. My Weekend Crush will perform. Free. carypark.com.

Elgin’s Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Lords Park pavilion, 100 Oakwood Blvd., Elgin. Silent Disco/DJ Super Show will perform. Food trucks. Free. elginil.gov or facebook.com/cityofelgin.

Live & Uncorked: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Gates open at 6:15 p.m. The Simple Remedy will perform. Tickets: $10 online or $12 at the gate. Season pass: $64. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/summerconcerts.

Naperville Municipal Band Summer Concerts: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, in Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. Kids’ concert. Free. napervilleband.org/concerts.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. American English will perform, ending with a musical fireworks display. Food and beverage tents. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. Mac Attack will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

St. Charles Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Lincoln Park gazebo, off Fifth and Main streets, St. Charles. Feel Good Party Band will perform. Food from Wild Fries, 3rd Street Pub, Snack Zone and Kimmer’s Ice Cream. Free. stcparks.org/summer-concerts.

Summer Concerts at Phil’s Beach: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Phil’s Beach, 328 N. Main St., Wauconda. Big Boss and the Toes will perform. Free. waucondaparks.com.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. ARRA will perform. Food and beverages. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

St. Charles Singers “Sacred Spaces”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at St. Michael Catholic Church, 301 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton, and 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 12, at Baker Memorial United Methodist Church, 307 Cedar Ave., St. Charles. Season finale with a program of sacred a cappella works. $50, $45 for seniors, and $12 for students. Tickets: stcharlessingers.com.

Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at the Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Wheaton middle school bands join the municipal band for a side-by-side concert featuring a new work for young bands by Wheaton resident Timothy Loest. Purchase popcorn or ice cream from the Friends of the Wheaton Municipal Band. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Woodstock Movies in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. See “The Wizard of Oz” at 8:30 p.m. Come dressed to match. Free. woodstockil.gov.

Geneva Movies in the Park: About 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Moore Park, 877 Geneva Drive, Geneva. See “Zootopia 2.” Concessions for purchase. Free. genevaparks.org.

Ongoing

Dinos! at Brookfield Zoo Chicago: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 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.

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. 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.

Fabyan Japanese Garden: Noon to 3 p.m. Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays through September on the west side of the Fox River in Fabyan West Forest Preserve, 1925 S. Batavia Ave., Geneva. Self-guided tour typically takes 15-30 minutes. Free; donations appreciated. ppfv.org/fabyan-japanese-garden.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific”: 1:30 and 7 p.m. Wednesdays; 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays; and 1 and 5:30 p.m. Sundays, through June 14, at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. This classic musical is a tale of romance and duty set in a tropical paradise during World War II. Tickets start at $31. paramountaurora.com.

Cantigny’s Live Music in the Beer Garden: 5:30-8:30 p.m. select Wednesdays through Sundays through Oct. 11 at Cantigny Park South Grove, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Live music in the beer garden. June 5, Return 2 Soul; June 7, The Thomas Linsk Trio (3 p.m.); June 10, Joe Fascetta. Included with admission. cantigny.org.

“At the Wedding”: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, through June 13, at the Village Guild Theatre, northwest corner of Park Boulevard and Butterfield Road, Glen Ellyn. $25. villagetheatreguild.com.

“Eugene Onegin”: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, through June 14, at the Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago. The Joffrey Ballet concludes its 2025-26 season with Yuri Possokhov’s exploration of love, loss and redemption inspired by Alexander Pushkin’s novel. Tickets start at $46. joffrey.org.

“Something Rotten!”: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, through June 14, at Playhouse 111, 111 N. Hale St., Wheaton. Set in Renaissance England, this musical follows two brothers desperate to write a hit play who inadvertently invent the world’s first musical to compete with the rock-star success of William Shakespeare. ASL performance Friday, June 5. $25. wheatondrama.org.

“Untitled Vampire Play”: 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through July 12, at The Lookingglass Theatre, 163 E. Pearson St., Chicago. Lookingglass Theatre Company’s world premiere romantic-comedy-meets-horror-story. Tickets start at $38.15. lookingglasstheatre.org.