Things to do July 3-9: Fourth of July events, Taste of Chicago, Itasca Fest and more

Starts before Friday

Field of Honor: Through Saturday, July 4, at Seven Gables Park, 1750 S. Naperville Road, Wheaton. U.S. flags will fly in solemn formation. Each U.S. flag represents an individual and tells a story. The annual event features nightly patriotic performances, including vocalists, bagpipers, drummers, honor guards, flyovers and taps. Hosted by the Wheaton Park District and Warrenville VFW Post 8081. Free. healingfield.org/event/wheaton-il-2.

Frontier Days Festival: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday, July 1; 5 p.m. to midnight Thursday, July 2; noon to midnight Friday and Saturday, July 3-4; and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at Recreation Park, 500 E. Miner St., Arlington Heights. Carnival, Fourth of July parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, entertainment, food, soccer 3v3, Stampede Run/Walk, marketplace, family activities and more. Drone show featuring 400 drones at 9:35 p.m. Thursday. Main stage lineup: Wednesday: 7th heaven at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday: Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press at 7:30 p.m.; Friday: Soul Asylum at 8 p.m.; Saturday: Yachtley Crew at 8 p.m.; and Sunday: American English at 7:30 p.m. Frontier Stage lineup: Wednesday: Exit 147 at 9:30 p.m.; Thursday: Blackberry Jam at 9:30 p.m.; Friday: The PriSSillas at 6 p.m. and ARRA at 9:30 p.m.; Saturday: TRIADD at 6 p.m. and Pino Farina Band at 9:30 p.m.; Sunday: Line Dancing with Boot Scootin’ Judy at 5 p.m. Free. frontierdays.org.

Northwest Fourth-Fest: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 1-2; noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 3-4; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Carnival midway, kids’ zone, food and live entertainment Friday and Saturday. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Friday, parade at 9 a.m. Saturday and more. Music: Friday: Hello Weekend at 5:30 p.m. and 7th heaven at 8:30 and 10 p.m.; and Saturday: David’s House at 5:30 p.m. and Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press at 8:30 and 10 p.m. Free. northwestfourthfest.com.

Mount Prospect Fourth of July Festival: 6-11 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 1-2; 4-11 p.m. Friday, July 3; and 1-11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5, in Melas Park, 1500 W. Central Road, Mount Prospect. Carnival rides, live music, beer garden, fireworks on Wednesday and Saturday and more. Free. mplions.org.

Bartlett Fourth of July Fest: 3-11 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 2-3; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 4; and 3-9 p.m. Sunday, July 5, in Apple Orchard Park, southwest corner of Stearns and Bartlett roads, Bartlett. The carnival will be open to those with disabilities from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday; registration required. Music: Thursday: Anthem from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and 7th heaven from 9-11 p.m.; Friday: Mellencougar from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Julian Jumpin’ Perez from 8-11 p.m.; Saturday: Smokin’ Gunz from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and Icons of Country from 8-11 p.m.; and Sunday: Modern Day Romeos from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and Hairbanger’s Ball from 7-9 p.m. Skydivers at 7 p.m. Friday. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Saturday. Parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. bartlett4thofjuly.com.

Lakeside Festival: 3-11 p.m. Thursday, July 2; noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 3-4; and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at The Dole, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. 14 bands on two outdoor stages, food, carnival rides, beer garden, superhero characters, kids’ decorated bike parade, kids’ ice cream social, cornhole tournament and more. Fireworks at dusk Sunday. Music: Thursday: Thunderstruck at 8:30 p.m.; Friday: Pino Farina Band at 6 p.m. and Hi Infidelity at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday: The Jolly Ringwalds at 7 p.m. and Modern Day Romeos at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday: Jonny Lyons & The Pride at 5:30 p.m. and Icons of Country at 6:45 p.m. Gate admission: $10 for 13 and older; $5 for 65 and older; and free for kids younger than 12 and active military with ID. Note: cashless payment. thedole.org/the-fest.

43rd American Music Festival: 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 2-3, and 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5, at FitzGerald’s Nightclub, 6615 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. Roots, rock and soul. Lineup: Thursday: The Heavy Heavy; Friday: Spin Doctors; Saturday: Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore and The Guilty Ones; and Sunday: Neal Francis. $74.34. fitzgeraldsnightclub.com/american-music-fest.

Mundelein Community Days: 4-10 p.m. Thursday, July 2; noon to 11 p.m. Friday, July 3; 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 4; and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 5, in Courtland Commons Park, at the corner of Seymour and Courtland, Mundelein. Carnival, fireworks, parade at 1 p.m. Sunday, food, music, games, pet parade, car show, contests, pickleball and bags tournaments, demonstrations, displays and more. Music: Thursday: Mike and Joe at 8 p.m.; Friday: Disco Circus at 8:30 p.m.; Saturday: Judson Brown at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday: Soda at 6 p.m. Mundelein Munch: 4-10 p.m. Thursday, July 2; noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 3-4; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 5. Free. mundelein.org.

Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest: 5-11 p.m. Thursday, July 2; noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 3-4; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at Palatine Community Park, 250 E. Wood St., Palatine. Fireworks at dusk Friday, July 3, live bands, food vendors, parade Saturday, July 4, carnival, fest expo Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5, and more. Free. hometown-fest.com.

Rockin’ in the USA Fourth of July Weekend Festival: 7-10 p.m. Thursday, July 2; 6-10 p.m. Friday, July 3; and 2-10 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park entertainment district, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Live music from tribute bands, including Listen to the Music, Boy Band Night, Super Diamond, Garth Guy, Toby Keith Made in America and Hillbilly Rockstarz. Also, festive competitions, including a patriotic costume contest and burrito-, apple pie- and hot dog-eating contests. A special appearance by the Honor Guard on Saturday, July 4. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Friday, July 3

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 3, 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.

Anime Midwest: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 3-4, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 5, (some events open 24 hours) at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Cosplay, anime screenings, panels, video game events and more. Tickets start at $40 for one day, $55 for three days. animemidwest.com.

Gettysburg Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. On the 163rd anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, experience life in Naperville during that time with hands-on activities and programs. Meet President Abraham Lincoln and experience “The Gettysburg Address” inside the Chapel. Plus, Civil War Fashion Show, hands-on Civil War drilling program (pre-registration for kids 6-13 is required), sword drill on the Village Green, and make fireworks in a jar at the IDNR STEM Learning Lab. Included in general admission: $12, $10 for 62 and older, and $8 for kids 4-12. napersettlement.org.

MainStreet Libertyville’s First Fridays: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, July 3, on Main Street in Libertyville. Music, refreshments and more. Free. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

33rd African/Caribbean International Festival of Life: Noon to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday, July 3-5, at Union Park, 1501 W. Randolph, Chicago. Music, food, arts, crafts, games and more that celebrates African and Caribbean cultures. Tickets start at $25, $23 for 65 and older. internationalfestivaloflife.com.

Downtown Elgin Market: 3-8 p.m. Friday, July 3, on South Riverside Drive, Elgin. Farmers, makers, live music, Sip N’ Shop and kids’ activities. LINK Matching program. downtownelgin.com/market.

Hawthorn Woods Fireworks: 3 p.m. Friday, 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.

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

Red, White & BOOM!: 3-8 p.m. Friday, July 3, at North Park, 1025 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire, and locations in Lincolnshire throughout the day Saturday, July 4. On Saturday, parade at 10 a.m., cardboard boat regatta at 1 p.m. at Spring Lake Park, 49 Oxford Drive, fireworks and more. Free. lincolnshireil.gov.

Taste of Oak Brook and fireworks: 4-10 p.m. Friday, July 3, at the Village Sports Core Fields, 700 Oak Brook Road, Oak Brook. Gates open at 2 p.m. Fare from Oak Brook restaurants and Alter Brewing + Kitchen’s expanded beer garden. Live music by Whiskey Friends: The Morgan Wallen Experience from 4-6 p.m. and Sixteen Candles from 7:30-9 p.m. Drone show at 9:30 p.m., followed by fireworks. Advance VIP parking for $50, preferred for $30 or value for $20. oak-brook.org.

21st annual Roselle Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 3, at American Legion Hall, 344 E. Maple, Roselle. Joe Cantafio performs. Free. cruiseroselle.com.

North Aurora Independence Day celebration: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Riverfront Park, 25 E. State St., North Aurora. Music by The Simple Remedy from 6-9 p.m., a community picnic, food trucks and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free. northaurora.org.

Warrenville Fourth of July Celebration: 5-11 p.m. Friday, July 3, and noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Cerny Park, 4S150 River Road, Warrenville. Parade steps off at 6 p.m. Friday with kids’ entertainment from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the pavilion, and live music with Katie Kostner and Snap Shot from 7:30-11 p.m. on the main stage. Lineup for kids’ parade at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Irene’s Church on Warren Avenue, with “Walk, Run, Scoot or Ride” Parade at noon on Warren Avenue to Cerny Park. On Friday, karaoke starts at 12:30 p.m. in the pavilion, Warrenville Park District activities from 1-2:30 p.m., live music from Room to Move at 4:30 p.m. and Hairbanger’s Ball at 7:30 p.m. on the main stage, fire department water fights at 2 p.m., horseshoe contest at 2 p.m., Warrenville Historical Society bingo and prizes from 2-3 p.m., kids’ entertainment from 12:30-5:30 p.m., and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Free. warrenvilleparks.org.

Highland Park Independence Day: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, at The Preserve of Highland Park, 1207 Park Ave., Highland Park. Food, games, a performance by Dancing Queen, fireworks at 9:30 p.m. and more. Free. pdhp.org.

Lisle Independence Day fireworks: 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Alt 101 (’90s alternative rock) performs at 5:30 p.m. and Mike & Joe at 7:30 p.m. on the Van Kampen Stage. Extended fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Food and drinks for purchase. For parking maps, see villageoflisle.org.

Wheaton Independence Day fireworks: 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Graf Park, 1855 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Family festivities and food trucks with a drone show and fireworks starting around 9 p.m. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/july4.

Aurora’s Fireworks Celebration: 6 p.m. Friday, July 3, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. Music from 6-9 p.m., with fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Food vendors at Wilder Park. Watch for the large red balloon flying over Veterans Island to find the best viewing spot. Gates open at 6 p.m. Free. For parking and gate information, see paramountaurora.com.

Warrenville Fourth of July Parade: 6 p.m. Friday, July 3. With the theme “250 Years in the Making,” the parade heads south on Warren Avenue, west on Warrenville Road, south on Curtis Avenue, and ends at Woodland Road. The national anthem will be sung at the judges’ stand at Main Street and Warren Avenue. warrenville.il.us.

Wauconda Community Fireworks: 6 p.m. Friday, 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.

Park Ridge Fireworks Celebration: 6:30-10:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Maine East High School, 2601 Dempster St., Park Ridge. Interactive dance party at 6:30 p.m. with live music at 8 p.m. Free, preferred parking: $30/$40. prparks.org.

Roselle Independence Day celebration: 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Lake Park High School West Campus, 500 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Roselle. Fireworks and laser light show begin at dusk. Food trucks starting at 6:30 p.m., with live music by Maggie Speaks at 7 p.m. Free. roselle.il.us.

BeachFest: 7-11 p.m. Friday, July 3, and 5-11 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at the Round Lake Beach Cultural & Civic Center, 2007 Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach. Live music, food, fireworks at dusk Sunday and more. Music: Friday: Ariella & Nicolass at 7 p.m. and Shania Twin at 9 p.m.; and Saturday: Mellencougar at 5 p.m. and The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute at 7:30 p.m. Free. rlbciviccenter.com.

GreenRoom Productions First Friday Improv: 7 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Hemmens Theater in the Round, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. Family-friendly improv. $15-$22. greenroomimprov.com.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 3-4, and Thursday, July 9, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Friday: Boy Band Night/Super Diamond; Saturday: Garth Guy, Toby Keith Made in America, Hillbilly Rockstarz; Thursday, July 9: New World Men with a musical fireworks display. Food and beverage tents. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Trains & Tunes: 7 p.m. Friday, July 3, at the Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road, Union. Country-rock band Buckle will perform. Bring blankets, chairs and a picnic dinner; on-site vendors available. Fireworks show at around 8:30 p.m. Come early to explore the museum’s demonstration railroad and ride vintage trains and streetcars; starts at 10 a.m., with the last train at 4 p.m. Museum admission: $16-$20. irm.org/trains-tunes.

Friday Night Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove. Open mic night. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. or tune in virtually. Suggested donation: $10 (cash or PayPal). twowaystreet.org.

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

Saturday, July 4

Elmhurst Running Club’s 4 On the 4th: 7:15 a.m. Saturday, July 4, at Wilder Park in Elmhurst. Four-mile run ($35) at 7:15 a.m. and Kids’ 1K ($10) for kids 5-12 at 8:20 a.m. Register at 4on4th.run.

Glen Ellyn Freedom Four 4-Mile Run/Walk: 7:30 a.m. Saturday, 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 through Friday or $45.99 day of. Register at FreedomFourRun.com.

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

Warrenville Park District’s 5K Firecracker Run/Walk: 7:45 a.m. Saturday, 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, there’s a 50-yard dash for kids 3-6, a 100-yard dash for kids 6-10 and a Sparkler one-mile. Awards for the top three finishers in each group. Dashes: $5; Sparkler: $20; and 5K: $40. Register: warrenvilleparks.org.

Huntley Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 4, along Coral Street, Huntley. Fresh produce, artisanal crafts and treats from regional vendors. huntley.il.us.

Sleepy Hollow Fourth of July festival: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 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. Fest rain date: Sunday, July 5. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 2, with $20 per car donation. Rain date: July 5. sleepyhollowil.org.

Barrington All-Star Brass Quintet: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4, at Barrington’s White House, 145 W. Main St., Barrington. Classic American standards and patriotic music on the porch before the Independence Day parade. Free. BarringtonsWhiteHouse.com/events.

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

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

Yorkville Fourth of July celebration: 9 a.m. Saturday, 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 and drone show at 9:30 p.m. from Route 47 and Countryside Parkway. Free. yorkville.il.us.

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

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

Bensenville LibertyFest Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 4. Steps off from the village hall, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, heads east to Green Street, south on York Road, east on Jefferson Street and ends at the Redmond Recreation Center, 545 John St. No parking on Addison and Center streets between Main Street and West Wood Avenue. bensenville.il.us.

Des Plaines Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 4. Steps off 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. Free. desplainesil.gov.

Frontier Days Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, 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 50 years — Frontier Days Festival.” Kids 4-12, accompanied by an adult, can check in at Olive and Highland streets for the decorated bike parade at 10 a.m. No Big Wheels. Free. FrontierDays.org.

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

Hinsdale Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, 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, Hinsdale. villageofhinsdale.org.

Hinsdale “4th for All” Celebration: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. Entertainment, an arts and crafts fair and food vendors after the parade. Kids’ activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and live music from Crawford’s Daughter from noon to 4 p.m. Free. villageofhinsdale.org.

Lake Zurich Independence Day Celebration: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Food, live music, Taste of Summer food trucks, Giant Bubble Show at 3 p.m., performance by Kelly Daniels at 7:15 p.m., and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Free admission; $5 BYOB wristbands available. lakezurich.org.

Lincolnshire Art Festival: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 4-5, at Lincolnshire’s Village Green, 405 Village Green North, Lincolnshire. Original art from over 80 artists, Kids Art Zone, face painting and more. Free. amdurproductions.com.

Lisle Fourth of July Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 4. Steps off from Lisle Junior High School, proceeds west on Jonquil Avenue, north on Main Street, east on Burlington Avenue and ending at the Lisle Village Hall. The Lisle Heritage Society hosts an ice cream social, courtesy of Culver’s of Downers Grove (while supplies last) and patriotic music by the Lisle Community Band at The Museums at Lisle Station Park after the parade at 10:45 a.m. villageoflisle.org.

Wheaton Independence Day Parade: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 4. Steps off from Hawthorne Boulevard and Main Street, heads south on Main, west on Union Avenue, south on Wheaton Avenue, and east on Front Street. Free. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/july4.

Antioch Fourth of July Parade and Party in the Park: Parade at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4, starting at Antioch Community High School and ending at Poplar Avenue. Party at 4 p.m. at the Antioch Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch, with food trucks, a splash pad, face painting, DJ Positive at 4 p.m., Tennessee Whiskey at 6 p.m. and more. Free. antioch.il.gov/events.

Highland Park Independence Day Parade: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4, in downtown Highland Park. Parade, with “America250” theme, followed by a Star-Spangled Pool Party at Hidden Creek AquaPark. Free. cityhpil.com.

Hometown Fest Parade: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4, 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.

Independence Day and museum’s 60th birthday celebration: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. La Fox St., South Elgin. Special runs, a historic memorabilia sale and more. Last train leaves between 4 and 4:15 p.m. $10; $8 for 62 and older, veterans and first responders; $5 for kids 3-11; and free for kids 2 and younger. foxtrolley.org.

Island Lake Independence Day Parade and Community Picnic: 11 a.m. Saturday, July 4. Parade followed by a picnic at Converse Park. Free. villageofislandlake.com/events.

Rolling Meadows Fourth of July Parade: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4. Owl Drive Route in Rolling Meadows. Free. cityrm.org.

Glen Ellyn Fourth of July Parade: Noon Saturday, July 4, in downtown Glen Ellyn. The theme is “Stars & Stripes Over Glen Ellyn,” with “Superman” Jonathan Charbonneau as the grand marshal. glenellyn4thofjuly.org/parade-fireworks.

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

Oswego Fourth of July Celebration and fireworks: 3:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Prairie Point Park, 4120 Plainfield Road, Oswego. Fireworks at dusk. Rain date: July 5. oswegoil.org.

America 250 celebration: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Food, live music, community activities and a hometown Pie Baking Competition, Kids Coloring Contest, balloon twisting, face painting, fireworks and more. Free. eastdundee.net.

Northbrook Independence Day: 4 p.m. Saturday, July 4. The parade will start at 4 p.m. just west of Westmoor School, 2500 Cherry Lane, and end at the village hall, 1225 Cedar Lane, Northbrook. DJ entertainment at 7 p.m. at Meadowhill Park, 1479 Maple Ave. Fireworks at dusk are best viewed from Meadowhill Park and Techny Prairie Park and Fields, 1750 Techny Road. Free. eventcreate.com/e/northbrook4thofjuly.

Westmont Independence Day Celebration: 4-9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Entertainment, crafts, petting zoo, kids’ activities, music and food trucks. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free. westmontparks.org.

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

Batavia Fourth of July Sky Concert: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Engstrom Park, Main and Millview streets, Batavia. Food and live music with Sky Concert from 9-9:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. bataviafireworks.org.

Elgin’s Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Live music, food trucks, drinks, family-friendly games, a buttermaking activity, and a pie-eating contest sponsored by Herb’s Bakery during one of the band intermissions. Fireworks around 9:20 p.m. elginil.gov.

Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks: 5 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Deerpath Community Park, 400 Hastings Road, Lake Forest. Performances by Fletcher Rockwell and Freddy Jones Band, followed by fireworks. Tickets: Lake Forest/Lake Bluff residents: $28.03; nonresidents: $34.21; and free for kids 5 and younger. Premier parking: $55.81. lfparksandrec.com.

Bensenville LibertyFest Independence Day fireworks: 6-9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Redmond Recreation Center, 545 John St., Bensenville. DJ M.B. Entertainment at 6 p.m. and ARRA at 7:30 p.m. Food and beer for purchase from 6-9:30 p.m. Fireworks will be launched from the public works facility at 9:30 p.m. Rain date: July 5. bensenville.il.us.

Carol Stream’s America 250 Independence Day concert and fireworks: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. Food vendors (Golden Eagle Hot Dogs, Inches Tacos Food Truck, Lou Malnati’s, Just a Taste Confections and Sabrosa Michoacana) from 6-8:30 p.m. Mackenzie O’Brien Band from 7-9 p.m., with fireworks at approximately 9:15 p.m. carolstream.org.

Vernon Hills July Fourth celebration: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, in Century Park, 1001 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills. Music from DJ Top Dog. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Free. vernonhills.org.

Buffalo Grove Fourth of July Fireworks & Celebration: 7 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove. The Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band will perform. Fireworks at around 9 p.m. Free. vbg.org.

Woodstock Fourth of July fireworks: 7-10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Emricson Park, 900 South St., Woodstock. Walk-ins can enter through South Street and Jackson Street entrances. Fireworks at dusk. Concessions. Park for $20 in the park. Donations accepted to help cover the cost of the fireworks. woodstockilchamber.com.

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

Elk Grove Village Mid-Summer Classics Concert Series: 8 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Rotary Green, 164 Lions Drive, and on the Village Green, 901 Wellington Ave., Elk Grove Village. Jake Owen will headline. Fireworks around 9:30 p.m. Free. elkgrove.org.

Barrington Fourth of July Fireworks: 9:30-10 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Barrington High School, 616 W. Main St., Barrington. Free. barrington-il.gov.

Bartlett 4th of July Fireworks: 9:30-11 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Stearns and Bartlett roads, Bartlett. Free. bartlett4thofjuly.com.

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

Stars & Stripes Over Glen Ellyn: Dusk Saturday, July 4, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Skydiving demonstration shortly before dusk. Drone show at dusk, followed by the fireworks display. Free. Tickets ($50) for the Glen Ellyn Boat Dock starting at 6 p.m. glenellyn4thofjuly.org.

Huntley Independence Day Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at Deicke Park, 11419 Route 47, Huntley. Rain date: Around 9 p.m. Sunday. Attendees should cross at Route 47 and Main Street; crossing at Route 47 and Mill Street is strongly discouraged. huntley.il.us.

Rolling Meadows Fourth of July Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 4, at the Rolling Meadows Community Center, 3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows. Free. cityrm.org.

Sunday, July 5

Frontier Days Stampede: 7:30 a.m. Sunday, July 5, at the intersection of Miner Street and Douglas Avenue, Arlington Heights. 5K Run, 10K Run, 5K Walk and Quarter Mile Kids Dash, which starts after the 5K and 10K runs. Fees start at $20 for the Kids Dash, $40 for either 5K, $45 for the 10K. frontierdays.org.

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at Mike Rylko Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Fresh local food and food-related services. Free. vbg.org/FarmersMarket.

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 5, in a city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

Bartlett 4th of July Parade: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 5, in Bartlett. Free. For the route, see bartlett4thofjuly.com.

Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 5, starting at 100 W. Woodstock St. and continuing down Dole Avenue to the Lakeside Festival grounds. Sponsored by the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce, the city of Crystal Lake and the Crystal Lake Lions Club. clchamber.com.

Mundelein Community Days Parade: 1 p.m. Sunday, July 5. The 1.1-mile parade will begin at Mundelein High School and proceed east on Hawley Street, south on Seymour Avenue, east on Division Street and conclude at the Metra Station. mundelein.org.

Fox Valley Concert Band Summer Concert: 3 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at the Norris Cultural Arts Center, 1040 Dunham Road, St. Charles. Free. fvcb.org.

Lauren Alaina: 8 p.m. Sunday, July 5, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. Country. Gates open at 6 p.m. With special guests Adrien Nunez and Austin Williams. $37. paramountaurora.com.

Monday, July 6

Hinsdale Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, July 6, along Chicago Avenue, between Garfield and Washington, Hinsdale. Fresh produce and unique finds. hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-market.

WWE Monday Night RAW: 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 6, at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim Road, Rosemont. Professional wrestling. Tickets start at $96.95. rosemont.com/allstate.

Tuesday, July 7

Warrenville Summer Park Pop-Ups: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Lions Park, 27W650 Parkview Ave., Warrenville. Party in the park for kids and families. Free. warrenvilleparks.org.

Sounds of Summer Family Series: Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Ben Tatar will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Children’s Lunch Hour Entertainment: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Naperville Riverwalk’s Grand Pavilion, 912 Sindt Court, Naperville. Nanny Nikki will perform. Free. napervilleparks.org.

Art @ the Peck: Noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Sheldon Peck Homestead, 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Hands-on art experiences. The theme is Flower Vase. Free, drop-in. lombardhistory.org.

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

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

Prime Time Summer Concerts: 3-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Music by American Cash, a Johnny Cash tribute, and food from Your Sister’s Tomato. Bring a lawn chair. Free. Rain date: July 14. algonquin.org.

Family Fun in the Neighborhood: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Panfish Park, Harding and South Ellyn Avenue, Glen Ellyn. Entertainment, interactive games and activities, face painting, arts and crafts and more. Bring a picnic. No registration required. Free. gepark.org.

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

Paradise Bay Pop-Up Events: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Paradise Bay Water Park, 437 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard. The theme is Christmas in July. Enter with a pool pass or pay the daily admission fee. lombardparks.com/paradise-bay-water-park.

Concerts in the Plaza: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. Second Hand News will perform. $20 vehicle entrance fee after 4:30 p.m. lcfpd.org/concerts.

Dundee Township Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Sabatino Park in Sleepy Hollow. Saddle Shoes Sister will perform. Food and drinks for purchase. Free. dtpd.org/concerts-in-the-park.

Millennium Carillon Summer Recital Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 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 for $2, cash only. napervilleparks.org/carillonrecitalseries.

Waukegan Band “Holidays All Summer” Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, at Stiner Pavilion at Waukegan Municipal Beach, 201 E. Seahorse Drive, Waukegan. “Arts in the Park” often brings free activities for kids to do quietly during the concert. Free. waukeganband.com.

Wednesday, July 8

Elmhurst Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, in Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church’s parking lot at 149 W. Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst. Fresh produce, local vendors, artisan goods and food trucks. elmhurstfarmersmarket.com or facebook.com/ElmhurstFarmersMarket.

Winfield Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 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 Bugs Bunny-themed coloring page, which can be returned to receive Bugs Bucks. facebook.com/WinfieldFarmMarket.

Algonquin Lunchapalooza Concert Series: 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, July 8, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Little Miss Ann will perform. Free. algonquin.org.

Taste of Chicago: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, July 8-12, in Grant Park, Chicago. Dozens of Chicago restaurants, chefs and food trucks, and live music, family-friendly activities and more. Musical headliners: Wednesday: Beach Bunny at 7 p.m.; Thursday: Original Koffee at 7 p.m.; Friday: Common at 7 p.m.; Saturday: Babyface at 7 p.m.; and Sunday: Julieta Venegas at 7 p.m. Free. chicago.gov.

Critics Classics: 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at the Elk Grove Theatre, 1050 Elk Grove Town Center, Elk Grove Village. See “The Dark Knight Rises.” Hosted by the Chicago Film Critics Association. $9 or $7 matinee; $7-$6 for 60 and older, $1.50 booking fee. classiccinemas.com.

“You Butter Believe It, Elgin’s Dairy History”: 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Tefft Farm inside Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. Learn about Elgin’s dairy history and try butter making. Elgin Area Historical Society program for kids 3-8. elginil.gov.

Windy City Smokeout: 4-10 p.m. Wednesday, July 8; 2-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 9-10; and 1-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12, outside the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. Music, barbecue from over 20 vendors and more. Headliners: Wednesday: Treaty Oak Revival at 8 p.m.; Thursday: Hootie & The Blowfish at 8:25 p.m.; Friday: Lainey Wilson at 8:30 p.m., Saturday: Jordan Davis at 8:20 p.m.; and Sunday: Blake Shelton at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $84.99, free for kids 10 and younger with a paying adult. windycitysmokeout.com.

Highwood Evening Gourmet Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Over 60 vendors each week and live music by Rollover Band from 6-9 p.m. Free. celebratehighwood.org.

Open Fishing Clinics: 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Oakhurst Forest Preserve, 1680 Fifth Ave., Aurora. Fishing at Lake Patterson. Instructors will teach participants basic angling skills including casting, knot tying and fish ID, while demonstrating ethical angling practices. Bring your own equipment or borrow loaner tackle and rods, while supplies last. No registration required. Free. kaneforest.com/calendar.

Cantigny’s Live Music in the Beer Garden: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, July 8-12, at Cantigny Park South Grove, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Live music in the beer garden, near the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted). Beer garden hours: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Lineup: Wednesday: Joe Fascetta; Thursday: Rozzie & Brian Duo; Friday: The Frank Russell Trio; Sunday (3 p.m.): Juke Box Heroes. Included with admission. cantigny.org.

Arbor Evenings: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band will perform on Frost Hill. Bring blankets or chairs for lawn seating. Cocktails, wine, beer, water and beverages and food truck options will be available for purchase. $15 for 13 and older; $5 for kids 4-12; and free for kids 3 and younger. Tickets: mortonarb.org.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at The Office Dining & Spirits, 201 E Main St., St. Charles. Live entertainment from local singer/songwriters and small groups at St. Charles businesses. Afternoon Logic will perform. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

Wine Down Wednesdays: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Live music, drinks and food. Nick Sanzeri opens for Dancing Queen: An Abba Salute. Free. eastdundee.net.

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

South Elgin Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Judson Brown Band will perform. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at the Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. Beyond The Blonde will perform. Free. shopthearb.com.

Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at North School Park, 307 N. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights. “The USA’s 250th Birthday” concert. Free. arlingtonheightsband.org.

Geneva Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at River Park, 151 N. River Lane, Geneva. Good Clean Fun will perform, plus Cousins Maine Lobster food truck and beverages. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. genevaparks.org.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Caboose Park, 37908 N. Fairfield Road, Lake Villa. Roger That will perform. Free. lindenhurstparks.org.

Lisle Summer Entertainment Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Van Kampen Stage in Lisle Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Semple Band will perform. Food and drinks for purchase. Free. lisleparkdistrict.org.

Summer Community Concert Series: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at York High School’s north lawn, Elmhurst. Orchestra in the auditorium. Free. epd.org.

Woodstock City Band: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. The theme is “To Infinity and Beyond.” Free. woodstockil.gov.

Bensenville Music in the Park: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Village Hall Lawn, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville. Elton John tribute Simply Elton will perform. Classic car cruise night begins at 6 p.m. at Green and Center streets. Free. bensenville.il.us.

Glen Ellyn Movies in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Newton Park, 707 Fairview Ave., Glen Ellyn. Story time with Glen Ellyn Public Library at 7:30 p.m. and screening of “A Minecraft Movie” at dusk. Free. gepark.org.

Lakeside Pavilion Summer Series: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 8-9, at the McAninch Arts Center Lakeside Pavilion, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Chicago Brass Band on Wednesday and New Philharmonic on Thursday. Food trucks: Heavenly Hotdogs, 302 Wheaton, Mamie’s Toffee and Treats, and Santa Fe. Free; bring a nonperishable food item to benefit the Glen House Food Pantry and College of DuPage Fuel Pantry. atthemac.org/lakeside-pavilion.

Toyota Movie Nights: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. See “Matilda.” Free; VIP reserved seating available. gallagherway.com.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks display set to music. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

Thursday, July 9

Windy City Warbirds & Classics: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 9-10, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 11, at Fox Valley Aero Club field, 3831 Karl Madsen Drive, St. Charles. 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 or free for kids younger than 12; cash only. foxvalleyaero.com/wcwb.

Stories Under the Sky: 10 a.m. Thursday, July 9, at Timber Trails Park, 36W610 Marguerite St., St. Charles. Hear a librarian bring 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, July 9, 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, July 9, at Lords Park Zoo, 207 Grand Blvd., Elgin. Gail Borden Public Library staff present animated musical and animal-themed programs for kids 3-6. Bring blankets or chairs. Free. elginil.gov.

Hands On History: Noon to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Sheldon Peck Homestead, 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Interactive pioneer-era activities and a flower-making craft. Free, drop-in. lombardhistory.org.

Bolingbrook’s Concerts and Street Markets at the Promenade: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, July 9, on The Row, North and Sandburg Way at The Promenade, 631 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Anthem’s Grand Illusion, a tribute to Styx, will perform at 7 p.m. Free. shoppingpromenade.com/events.

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

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 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, July 9, at 100-132 Main St., West Chicago. Local artisans, makers, food vendors and performers. bensidounusa.com/westchicago.

Wrigleyville Night Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursdays, July 9, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. Specialty foods, vintage clothes, crafts, artisanal goods and more, with live music and special offers. Free. gallagherway.com.

20th annual Lake in the Hills Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest: 4:30-11 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 9-10; 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 11; and 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 12, at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road, Lake in the Hills. Professional pitmasters and vendors, carnival and more. Music lineup: July 9: Alt 101 at 6:45 p.m. and Kashmir at 9 p.m.; July 10: Y2K at 6:45 p.m. and Too Hype Crew at 9 p.m.; July 11: Loudernow at 6:30 p.m. and Mr. Speed at 9 p.m.; July 12: Hello Weekend at 4:30 p.m. Rib judging at 3:45 p.m. July 12. Ribfest Market for crafters, creators, local entrepreneurs and more from 4-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. $10, $5 for seniors, and free for active military with ID and kids 12 and younger accompanied by an adult. rockinrotaryribfest.com.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, July 9, 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, July 9, at the BMO Lot, 210 W. Station St., Barrington. Local vendors, classic cars, live music, family activities and more. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/thursday-night-out.

Geneva Classic Car Show: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, around the historic Kane County Courthouse, off Fourth and James streets, Geneva. Music, food, and vote for your favorite make and model. To display your vehicle, arrive after 4:30 p.m. and find a spot in the lot behind the courthouse. Free. genevachamber.com/events/classic-car-show.

Pearl Street Market + Concert in the Park: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Veterans Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry. Shop the market of local vendors from 5-7:30 p.m.; live music and food trucks at 7 p.m. Storm will perform. facebook.com/pearlstreetmarketmchenry.

Taste of Westmont: 5-9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9; 5-10:30 p.m. Friday, July 10; noon to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 11; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 12, on Cass Avenue, from Burlington Avenue to Naperville Road, Westmont. Food, live music on two stages, an all-ages carnival,​ Muddy Waters tribute and blues jam from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, a craft show, vendors,​ kids’ activities and more. westmontevents.com/taste-of-westmont.

Naperville Architecture Walking Tour: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, 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, July 9, at the Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. Food vendors from 6-8:30 p.m. with a concert at 7 p.m. Nate Manos Blues Band will perform. Food and drinks for purchase. Free. carolstream.org.

Downtown Summer Sounds: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in Fountain Square, Evanston. Trabuco Salsa Band will perform. Free salsa dance lesson from 5:30-6 p.m. Free. downtownevanston.org.

Itasca Fest: 6-11 p.m. Thursday, July 9; 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, July 10; and noon to midnight Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12, at Washington Park, 350 E. Irving Park Road, Itasca. Carnival, classic car show, food and more. Music lineup: July 9: Peach Jam at 7 p.m.; July 10: Eliminator at 6 p.m. and Boy Band Review at 9 p.m.; July 11: Rod Tuffcurls and the Benchpress at 6 p.m. and Exit 147 at 9 p.m.; and July 12: PriSSillas at 5:30 p.m. and Tripping Billies at 8:30 p.m. Free. itasca.com/2289/ItascaFest.

McHenry Fiesta Days: July 9-19 in McHenry. Food, live music and entertainment. The first week at Petersen Park starts 6-10 p.m. Thursday, July 9, with the Cask & Barrel Night (only 350 tickets sold for $65 or $25 for designated driver). mchenryfiestadays.com.

Rock ’N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Food from local restaurants, kids’ activities, and a Craft and Vintage Fair. Music from Belles at 6:30 and Easton Corbin at 8 p.m. Car show at Green Meadow Shopping Center in spots along Lake Street. Free. ithappensinaddison.com/events.

Thirsty Thursdays on the Deck: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at the Lake Ellyn Boathouse, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Craft beer and wine from The Beer Cellar. Side Project will perform. $20, includes entry and one drink ticket. Register: gepark.org.

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

Lake Forest Summer Concert Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Market Square, 264 Market Square Court, Lake Forest. Feel Good Party Band will perform. Free. lfparksandrec.com.

Oak Brook Park District Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at the Oaks Amphitheatre, 1315 Kensington Road, Oak Brook. Roger That will perform. Concessions. Free. obparks.org.

Roselle Concerts on Main: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Petal Plaza, 31 S. Prospect St., Roselle. Cowboy Co. The Country Music Show will perform. Food trucks: Toasty Cheese, Johnny G’s and D’s Treats. Free. rparks.org.

Thursday Nights Live: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Physical Graffiti will perform. Concessions. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Towne Park’s Jerry Kautz Pavilion, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. The Spazmatics will perform. Food trucks. Algonquin.org/summerconcerts.

Cary Summer Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Lions Park Rotary Bandshell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary. Yacht Rockettes will perform. Free. carypark.com.

Elgin’s Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, Wing Park band shell, 1010 Wing St., Elgin. Banda La Elegida will perform. Food trucks. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Free. elginil.gov or facebook.com/cityofelgin.

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

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. Dancing Queen will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

St. Charles Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at the Lincoln Park gazebo, off Fifth and Main streets, St. Charles. Hillbilly Rockstarz will perform. Free. stcparks.org/summer-concerts.

Summer Concerts at Phil’s Beach: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Phil’s Beach, 328 N. Main St., Wauconda. Desperate Bastards will perform. Free. waucondaparks.com.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Mr. Myers will perform. Food and drinks for purchase. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

1776 Scoops! Wheaton Ice Cream Social 250th Birthday Party: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. During the Wheaton Municipal Band’s July 9 concert, the city of Wheaton, in conjunction with Kilwins and Kimmer’s Ice Cream, will provide 1776 Scoops of Ice Cream celebrating our country’s 250th birthday. wheaton.il.us.

Lisle Community Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Community Park band shell, 1825 Short St., Lisle. American popular and patriotic music. Refreshments from The Sweet Shop Bakery. Free. lislecommunityband.org.

Naperville Municipal Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. Free. napervilleband.org/concerts.

Woodstock Movies in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. See “The Little Mermaid” around 8:30 p.m. and come dressed to match the theme “Beach Party.” Free. woodstockil.gov.

Geneva Movies in the Park: About 8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at Moore Park, 877 Geneva Drive, Geneva. See “A Minecraft Movie.” 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. daily through Sept. 7 at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Nine-hole mini golf course featuring tree-themed accessible holes. For ages 4 and older. Tickets required at mortonarb.org.

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.

“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.