Things to do July 17-23: Kane and DuPage county fairs, Lake Zurich Alpine Fest, Sugar Grove Corn Boil and more

Starts before Friday

Kane County Fair: 3-11 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 15-16; noon to midnight Friday and Saturday, July 17-18; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. 157th annual fair featuring a carnival, 4-H show, kids’ events, racing pigs, vendors, JP Classic Car Show on the weekend and livestock auction at 1 p.m. Sunday. Wednesday is a carnival only. On the Sound Stage (free): Eric Chesser at 7 p.m. Thursday; Tripping Billies at 8 p.m. Friday; and Mark Atkins at 5 p.m. and Hillbilly Rockstarz at 8 p.m. Saturday. Professional Championship Bullriders & Cowgirls at 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Saturday; advance tickets are $22.24 or $11.75 for kids 10 and younger at rodeoticket.com or at the grandstand starting at 6 p.m.; and Demolition Derby at 2 and 5 p.m. Sunday for $10. Fair admission (cash) at the gate: $5 for 3 and older on Wednesday and Thursday; $10 for adults and $5 for kids 3-12 Friday through Sunday; and free for kids younger than 3. Free for seniors over 62 and military with ID until 5 p.m. Thursday. Season pass: $25. Free parking. kanecountyfair.com.

Rotary Fest: 6-10:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 15-16; 6-11 p.m. Friday, July 17; 2-11 p.m. Saturday, July 18; and 2-8 p.m. Sunday, July 19, (carnival only Wednesday and Sunday) at Rotary Green, 164 Lions Drive, Elk Grove Village. Rides, games, live music, food, drinks and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Friday. Music: Thursday: Fitz and The Tantrums at 7:30 p.m.; Friday: Foreigner at 8 p.m.; Saturday: Libido Funk Circus at 4:30 p.m., Radio Gaga at 6:45 p.m. and Sixteen Candles at 9 p.m. Free. elkgroverotaryfest.com.

Evanston Plein Air Festival 2026: Through Sunday, July 19, around 800 Chicago St., Evanston. Artists are invited to paint in the plein air style all over Evanston. Block party from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday at The Lucky Platter, 514 Main St., Evanston. evanstonmade.org.

McHenry Fiesta Days: Through Sunday, July 19, in Veterans Memorial Park and downtown McHenry. Food, live music and entertainment. Concert in the Park from 5-9 p.m. Thursday, July 16. Art in the Park from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Veteran’s Memorial Park and Miller Point (McHenry Riverwalk District). Kiwanis Duck Derby at 11 a.m. Saturday at Boone Creek at Green Street. Fiesta Days Parade at 1:30 p.m. Sunday from Main Street to Green Street to Pearl Street to Riverside Drive. mchenryfiestadays.com.

Vernon Hills Days: 6-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 16-17; 1-10 p.m. Saturday, July 18; and 1-8 p.m. Sunday, July 19, in Century Park, 1001 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills. Carnival, bags tournament, kids’ events and fireworks on Thursday. Lineup: Thursday: Radio Gaga at 7 p.m.; Friday: ARRA at 7 p.m. and Blood, Sweat & Tears at 9 p.m.; Saturday: Hello Weekend at 7 p.m. and James Barker Band at 9 p.m.; and Sunday: The Boy Band Night at 6 p.m. vhdays.com.

Friday, July 17

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 17, in the parking lot on Riverside and State Avenue, St. Charles. Fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheese, breads, sweets, honey and more. facebook.com/STCFarmersMarket.

Nature in Your Neighborhood: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Lords Park Zoo, 207 Grand Blvd., Elgin. A storytime and craft for young kids featuring bugs. Free. elginil.gov.

Cary Children’s Entertainment: Noon Friday, July 17, at Lions Park Rotary Bandshell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary. Jeanie B will perform. Free. carypark.com.

Roselle Poppin’ Up in the Park: 1-3 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Kemmerling Park, 400 S. Prospect, Roselle. “Popsicles With the Police.” Roselle Public Library offers outdoor story times. Free. rparks.org.

Downtown Elgin Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, July 17, on South Riverside Drive, Elgin. Farmers, makers, live music, Sip N’ Shop and kids’ activities. Free. downtownelgin.com/market.

Lake Zurich Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, July 17, 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.

Groovin’ in the Grove Food Truck Fridays: 4-10 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Sugar Grove Public Library, 125 S. Municipal Drive, Sugar Grove. Food trucks. Bring a lawn chair. sugargrovechamber.org.

Hampshire Summer on State Street Dance: 4-8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at State Street and Washington Avenue, Hampshire. Music, vendors, family-friendly activities, games, food and more. Hosted by the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce. Free. hampshirechamber.org.

West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at The Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee. A mixed market offering fresh produce and goods such as honey, greens, soaps, breads, cheeses, flowers, artwork, wearables and more. wdundee.org.

21st annual Roselle Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 17, at American Legion Hall, 344 E. Maple, Roselle. Rick Lindy & The Wild Ones will perform. Free. cruiseroselle.com.

Highwood Days Carnival and Taste of Highwood: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 17; 1-10 p.m. Saturday, July 18; and 1-7 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at the Downtown Highwood Metra Station Parking Lot, 406 Sheridan Road, Highwood, and Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Carnival with rides, games, live music and more. Music: Friday: Echoes Underground at 5 p.m. and Mosquitos at 7:15 p.m.; Saturday: See Alice at 5 p.m. and Groove X at 7:15 p.m.; and Sunday: The Generations at 5:15 p.m. Taste of Highwood features local restaurants and specialty food operations. Highwood 5K Family Run, Walk & Stroll at 9 a.m. Saturday. 5K: $45, 1-mile walk: $25. celebratehighwood.org.

Naper Nights Concert Series: 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 17-18, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Friday: ZZ Top Tribute by Eliminator from 6-7:30 p.m. and The Doobie Brothers Tribute by The Doobie Others from 8-10 p.m. Saturday: K-Pop Dance Party by DLC: DANCE from 6-7:30 p.m. and Dylan Chambers & The History of Pop: The Beatles to Bruno Mars from 8-10 p.m. Food trucks, a free kids’ area and more. $25, $15 for kids 4-12. napersettlement.org.

Roscoe Village Burger Fest: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 17, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 18-19, at 2000 W. Belmont, Chicago. Music, food from over a dozen Chicago restaurants and more. Music: Hello Weekend at 8 p.m. Friday; Southern Accents at 8 p.m. and Mr. Blotto at 8 p.m. Saturday; and 16 Candles at 7:30 p.m. and Mike & Joe at 8 p.m. Sunday. $10 donation. chicagoevents.com.

Sounds of Summer & Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 17, at 320 N. Wood Dale Road (Commercial Street), Wood Dale. Car shows start at 5 p.m., followed by Funky Monks, a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute, at 7 p.m. Food vendors on-site. wooddale.com.

Taste of River North: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 17, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at River North, 627 N. Wells St., Chicago. Food, wine tastings from 6-9:30 p.m. Friday, dog parade at 11:25 a.m. Saturday and more. Music: Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press at 8 p.m. Friday; Fletcher Rockwell at 2:30 p.m., Funky Monks at 4:30 p.m. and Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute at 8 p.m. Saturday. $10 donation benefits River North Residents Association. chicagoevents.com.

Huntley Movie in the Park: 5:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Parisek Park, 10881 Allegheny Pass, Huntley. “Miracle” begins at 8:15 p.m. Smash’D food truck and Kona Ice at 6 p.m. Bring blankets and chairs. Free. huntley.il.us.

FRIDAYS ROCK! & Roll in Meadows: 6-10 p.m. Friday, July 17, in Kimball Hill Park, 3286 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Music: Industrial Drive at 6 p.m. and Y2K at 8 p.m. Free. cityrm.org.

Lake Zurich Alpine Fest: 6-11 p.m. Friday, July 17; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 18; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Lions Park, 81 E. Main St., Lake Zurich. Food, rides, games, music and more. Music: Friday: Kevin Purcell & The Nightburners at 6 p.m. and Mike & Joe at 9 p.m.; Saturday: Jak Tripper at 6 p.m. and Heart 2 Heartbreakers at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday: Hot Rocks! at 3:30 p.m. Parade at 11 a.m. Sunday. Free; unlimited ride wristbands available Saturday and Sunday. lzlions.com.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, and Wednesday, July 22, at 1st Street Plaza, 29 S. First St., St. Charles; Simple EJ’s Kitchen & Tap, 300 N. Kirk Road, Suite 300A, St. Charles; and The Filling Station Pub & Grill, 300 W. Main St., St. Charles. Friday: Jack Macklin Duo at 1st Street Plaza and Nicole Devine at Simple EJ’s Kitchen & Tap. Wednesday: Connie Cipher at The Filling Station Pub & Grill. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

Wheaton Park District Summer Entertainment Series: 6 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Music from The Divas from 6-7:15 p.m. and Radio Gaga: A Tribute to Queen and Lady Gaga at 8 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. $11.29 in advance or $12 at the gate. Tickets: memorialparkwheaton.com.

Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. FunkTonic Band will perform. Free. vhw.org.

Carpentersville Movies in the Park: 7 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Carpenter Park, 275 Maple Ave., Carpentersville. Screening of “How to Train Your Dragon 2” at dusk. Food vendors. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. In partnership with the Carpentersville Clergy Commission, which provides free popcorn, snow cones and cotton candy. Free. cville.org/calendar.aspx.

Itasca Summer Park Party and Movie: 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Peacock Park, 500 E. Bryn Mawr Ave., Itasca. Celebrate World Emoji Day by creating your own stuffed emoji pillow. Supplies limited to the first 100 kids in attendance. At 8:30 p.m., watch “Inside Out 2.” Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

GreenMan Theatre Troupe’s “8 to the Bar”: 7:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday, July 17-19, at Mystic Vines, 219 W. St. Charles Road, Villa Park. Eight 10-minute plays. The theme is “Lights! Camera! Action!” $20. greenmantheatre.org.

Sounds of Summer Friday concerts: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Heartache Tonight will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Downtown Alive!: 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. Sixteen Candles will perform. Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets. $5. paramountaurora.com.

Elk Grove Village Mid-Summer Classics Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Rotary Green, 164 Lions Drive, Elk Grove Village, and Tuesday, July 21, on the Village Green, 901 Wellington Ave., Elk Grove Village. Friday: Foreigner will perform, with fireworks at 9:30 p.m.; Tuesday: Smash Mouth headlines. Free. elkgrove.org.

Friday Night Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove. Patty & Craig will perform. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., or tune in virtually. Suggested donation $10 (cash or PayPal). twowaystreet.org.

Rock the Rails: 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at 28 Mile Distilling Co., 454 Sheridan Road Highwood. Alex Key will perform. $20-$30. 28miledistilling.com.

Sistas Who Kill, Back From The Dead: 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Thalia Hall, 1807 S. Allport St., Chicago. Best friends MaRah and Taz tell true-crime stories about Black murderesses. Tickets start at $42.56. thaliahallchicago.com.

Elgin Summer Movies in the Park: Dusk Friday, July 17, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Family activities before the 2025 live-action “How to Train Your Dragon.” Concessions from local nonprofits. Free. elginil.gov.

Rotaryfest Fireworks: Around 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, at Rotary Green, 164 Lions Drive, Elk Grove Village. Free. elkgroverotaryfest.com.

Chicago Grit: July 17-26. 10-day criterium race series in the suburbs. July 17: West Dundee River Challenge; July 18: Tour of Lake Ellyn; July 19: Winfield Criterium and Summerfest; July 20: Mundelein Grand Prix; July 21: Lombard Cycling Classic; July 22: Cycle Brookfield Criterium; July 23: Northbrook Grand Prix; July 24: Elgin Classic; July 25: Lake Bluff Criterium; and July 26: Fulton Market Grand Prix. chicago-grit.com.

Saturday, July 18

Downtown Downers Grove Market: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at the Metra station south lot, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove. Over 60 vendors offering locally grown produce, baked goods, handmade soaps, floral arrangements, handcrafted coffee beverages, artisanal cheeses and more. ymcachicago.org/indian-boundary/downtown-downers-grove-market.

Artisan Collective: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 18, on North River Street, Batavia. Local artisans selling handmade goods and vintage items. Free. downtownbatavia.com.

Aurora Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 18, at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St., and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at West Plaza, 1999 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Fresh 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, July 18, on North River Street between Wilson and Spring streets, Batavia. Produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. The Artisan Collective will feature handmade items from artists, makers and designers. Free. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Huntley Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18, 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, July 18, 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, July 18, at Main and Liberty streets, Wheaton. Fresh produce, flowers, handcrafted goods, specialty foods, jewelry, crafts, baked goods and more. bensidounusa.com/wheaton.

Day Out With Thomas & Friends: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 18-19, at Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road, Union. Take a train ride with Thomas, plus photo ops, lawn games, hands-on activities and music. $27 for 1 and older; Percy tickets are an extra $10. Order tickets in advance at irm.org/event/day-out-with-thomas.

Dundee Depot Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Vintage finds, handmade goods, bakery goods and locally crafted products. Free. eastdundee.net.

Summer Saturday Beach Bash: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 18, at Sensory Garden Playground, 2751 International Drive, Lisle. Bozo Buckets, fishing for a prize, water gun accuracy contest and summer scavenger activity challenge. Ice cream truck on-site. Free, $5 suggested donation per family. RSVP: eventbrite.com or wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Cactus & Succulent Society of Greater Chicago Show & Sale: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 18-19, in the Burnstein Hall at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Regenstein Center, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. A show and sale featuring plants grown by members of the society. Included with general admission. chicagobotanic.org.

Dog Days of Summer: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 18, at North Aurora Riverfront Park, 25 E. State St., North Aurora. Pet parade at 10:05 a.m., contests with prizes for dogs and pet-themed books. Local rescue groups will have available dogs on-site. northaurora.org/community/dog-days.

Glencoe Festival of Art: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 18-19, at 700 Vernon Ave., Glencoe. Art from 110, food, live music, Kids Art Zone and more. Free. amdurproductions.com.

Grayslake Greenery Garden Club garden walk: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18. Take a self-guided tour of six residential gardens, plus a bonus public garden, and meet the gardeners who design and nurture them. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 the day of. grayslakegardenclub.org/garden-walk.

Premier Card Show, DuPage: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, Building 1, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Trading Card Show Promotions event with trading cards and related collectibles, from sports to nonsports, vintage to modern, and high-end to bargain boxes. $5, free for kids 12 and younger. dupagecountyfair.org/event.

A Walk in The Shire: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Spring Lake Park, 49 Oxford Drive, Lincolnshire. See six home gardens paired with local artists. $20 in advance, $25 the day of. lincolnshiregardenclub.com/garden-walk.

Volleywood: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at North Avenue Beach, 1600 N. Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable, Chicago. Music, dancing, food, beach volleyball and games. Performers include Audien, Twinsick and Xandra. Tickets start at $60.30. volleywoodchicago.com.

Yorkville River Fest: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, July 18, in Riverfront Park, 131 E. Hydraulic Ave., Yorkville. Country music fest with food, family activities and more. Cardboard boat races at 2 p.m. Craft beer tasting from 2-6 p.m. Music: American Heartstrings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Riplock from 3-6 p.m., and Whiskey Romance from 7-10 p.m. Free. yorkville.il.us/579/Yorkville-River-Fest.

Lombard Brew Fest: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at 150 W. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Special beers, ciders and hard seltzers from the Chicago area and the Midwest. Music by Socially Acceptable. Ticket includes 20, 3-ounce samples and a souvenir tasting glass. $60.54, $81.88 for VIP early entry, and $28.52 for designated driver (includes one nonalcoholic beer and water and soft drinks). Proceeds benefit the Lombard Junior Women’s Club Philanthropic Fund. lombardbrewfest.com.

Family Bike Ride: 2:25-2:55 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Ride the closed course used by the pros at the Duncan Law Group Family Fun Ride, presented by the Tour of Lake Ellyn and the Glen Ellyn Park District. Must wear a helmet. Bring a nonperishable food donation for Glen House Food Pantry. Free; registration is required at gepark.org.

Bags, Brew and BBQ: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Wilder Park, 175 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Bags, food, drinks and music. 21 and older only. Food trucks: Kori’s Koop, Kissed by Fire BBQ and Mario’s Cart. Free. epd.org.

ArtWauk: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, July 18, in the Arts & Entertainment District, 2001 Belvedere Road, Waukegan. Art exhibits, music and performances. Free. artwauk.com.

Shakespeare in the Square: 5-6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. Woodstock Shakespeare Players perform “Bit O’ The Bard: Fair and Foul.” Rain date: Aug. 8. Free. woodstockil.gov.

Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, July 18, on South Park Avenue, Lombard. Cruise Nights feature classic and custom cars, live music from 6-9 p.m. and local businesses. Ethan Bell will perform. Kids’ Corner with face painting, balloon artists, magic shows and more. villageoflombard.org/cruisenights.

Summer Breeze Concert Series: 7 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. The Spring Valley Concert Band will perform. Free. parkfun.com.

Corky Siegel: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock. Blues harmonica. $40-$45. woodstockoperahouse.com.

Wheaton Park District Summer Entertainment Series: 7:30-9 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. LANCO (country) will perform. $22.58 in advance or $25 at the gate. Tickets: memorialparkwheaton.com.

Get the Led Out: 8 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. Led Zeppelin tribute. Gates open at 6 p.m. $27. paramountaurora.com.

Magician Michael Carbonaro: 8 p.m. Saturday, July 18, in the George Van Dusen Theatre at North Shore Center, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. “Wonderboy” live tour. Tickets start at $48.15. northshorecenter.org.

You Should Know Podcast: 8 p.m. Saturday, July 18, at The Vic Theatre, 3145 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago. “The YSK HOUSE Tour.” $43-$61. jamusa.com.

Island Lake Fireworks: Dusk Saturday, July 18. Rain date: Sunday, July 19. Free. villageofislandlake.com/events.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturday, July 18, and 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks set to music. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

Sunday, July 19

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Mike Rylko Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Local food and food-related services. Business-sponsored booths and nonprofit booths will showcase local organizations and businesses. Free. vbg.org/FarmersMarket.

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 19, in the city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

Crystal Lake Farmers Market+ At The Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 19, 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.

Voyage en France: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Music, dancers, plein air artists, art-making stations and an Eiffel Tower replica. The McCormick Allée features local makers, artisans and vendors. In the beer garden: ZAZZ (jazz) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and The Irving Sisters (big band) from 1-4 p.m. At the tent: Salt Creek Ballet at 10:15 a.m. and noon and I Cancan Dance at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. $15 in advance or $20 at the gate; free for kids 15 and younger. cantigny.org/event/voyage-en-france-2026/.

41st annual Woodstock Folk Festival: Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 19, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. The fest, featuring traditional and contemporary folk, Americana, singer-songwriter, country, blues and Latin music, will focus on duos, tributes to Phil Ochs on the 50th anniversary of his passing and recognizing America 250. Performers include Ashley & Simpson at noon, Friction Farm at 12:30 p.m., Zachary Stevenson at 1:15 p.m., Patty & Craig accompanied by Marc Edelstein at 2 p.m., Tish Hinojosa at 3:45 p.m., and Nathans & Ronstadt at 4:30 p.m. Also, an open mic stage, a workshop, the Ella Jenkins Children’s Area and the “Woody” Awards. Free; donations welcome. woodstockfolkfestival.org.

McHenry Fiesta Days Parade: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 19, from Main Street to Green Street to Pearl Street to Riverside Drive, McHenry. mchenryfiestadays.com.

DuPage Symphony Orchestra: 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Honors America’s 250th anniversary. Gates open at 2 p.m. Free. memorialparkwheaton.com.

Fox Valley Orchestra “Summer Pops”: 3 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Aurora University’s Crimi Auditorium, 1347 Prairie St., Aurora. Featuring Britten’s “Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra,” Dukas’ “Sorcerer’s Apprentice” (from Disney’s “Fantasia”) and St. Saens’ “Carnival of the Animals.” Q&A session for kids and a musical instrument petting zoo. Advance tickets online until noon Sunday are $25, $21 for enrolled students and seniors, and $17 for kids 8 and younger. At the door: $28, $24 and $18. foxvalleyorchestra.org.

Wheeling’s Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 5-6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Hokulea Academy of Polynesian Arts will perform. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Naperville Concerts in Your Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Winding Creek Park, 144 W. Bailey Road, Naperville. The Messengers will perform. Free. napervilleparks.org/concertsinyourpark.

Monday, July 20

Hinsdale Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, July 20, along Chicago Avenue, between Garfield and Washington, Hinsdale. Fresh produce and unique finds from farms and stores. hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-market.

Summer Storytime at the Museum: 10 a.m. to noon Monday, July 20, at the Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst. Stories and movement in this lively storytime in partnership with the Elmhurst Public Library. Then explore the museum’s exhibits and complete a craft. For kids up to 8 years old. No registration required. Free. elmhursthistory.org.

Side Street Studio Arts’ Arts for Children: Noon to 1 p.m. Monday, July 20, at Lords Park Zoo, off Grand Boulevard, Elgin. Kids can make art inspired by the animals and plants in Tefft Farm. Free. elginil.gov.

Tuesday, July 21

Warrenville Summer Park Pop-Ups: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Kiwanis Park, 3S075 Home Ave., Warrenville. Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month with a party in the park for kids and families. Free. warrenvilleparks.org.

Sounds of Summer Family Series: Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Kids’ entertainment. Wendy and DB will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Adventures in the Zoo: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Lords Park Zoo, 207 Grand Blvd., Elgin. A weekly drop-in program. This week’s theme: When Illinois was an Ocean. Free. elginil.gov.

Art @ the Peck: Noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Sheldon Peck Homestead, 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Hands-on art experiences inspired by nature, history and the pioneer spirit of the homestead. Theme: Quill Pens. Free drop-in. lombardhistory.org.

Lombard Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 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 21, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Live music and food trucks. Free hands-on demonstrations and classes. napersettlement.org.

Food Truck Round Up: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Metropolitan Square, Lee Street, Des Plaines. Food trucks, live music and more. Free. desplainesil.gov.

Wauconda Cruise Nights: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Route 176 and West Mill Street, Wauconda. Cars on display and family-friendly activities. Free. waucondacruisenight.com.

Downers Grove Summer Concert Series: 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6 p.m. with music from 7-8:30 p.m. Feel Good Party Band will perform. Free. dgparks.org.

South Elgin Cruise Night: 6-8 p.m. select Tuesday, July 21, at Panton Mill Park parking lot, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Show off your ride; no registration is required. Food truck on-site. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Acoustic Jams in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Mount St. Mary Park, off Route 31, St. Charles. Jake Mack will perform. Free. stcparks.org.

Paradise Bay Pop-Up Events: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Paradise Bay Water Park, 437 E. St. Charles Road, Lombard. Family Olympics. 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 21, at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. Brooklyn Charrmers will perform. $20 vehicle entrance fee after 4:30 p.m. lcfpd.org/concerts.

Crystal Lake Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. American English will perform. Food trucks. Free. crystallakeparks.org/special-events.

Dundee Township Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Carpenter Park in Carpentersville. Wildwood Country 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, July 21, at Huntley Town Square on Coral Street, Huntley. Modern Day Romeos will perform. Free. huntley.il.us.

Millennium Carillon Summer Recital Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at the Millennium Carillon, 443 Aurora Ave., Naperville. Carillonneurs from around 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.

Sinfonietta DuPage Summer Concert: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Peace Church, 21W500 Butterfield Road, Lombard. Featuring the Arias/Kim family of violinists. $22, $12 for students and seniors. sinfoniettabelcanto.org.

Waukegan Band “Holidays All Summer” Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at Stiner Pavilion at Waukegan Municipal Beach, 201 E. Seahorse Drive, Waukegan. Free. waukeganband.com.

Wednesday, July 22

Elmhurst Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, 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 22, at the southwest corner of Geneva and County Farm roads, Winfield. Fresh produce and bakery items, specialty foods, handcrafted jewelry and homemade goods. Kids 10 and younger can pick up a Bugs Bunny-themed coloring page that can be returned to receive Bugs Bucks. facebook.com/WinfieldFarmMarket.

Elmhurst’s Party in the Park: 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Eldridge Park’s east playground near Spring Road, Elmhurst. Old-fashioned activities featuring bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more. Free. epd.org.

Itasca Family Fun Entertainment: 10-10:45 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the Depot Museum, 101 N. Catalpa, Itasca. Magician Steve Belliveau. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Algonquin Lunchapalooza Concert Series: 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, July 22, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Miss Jamie’s Farm will perform. Free. algonquin.org.

Critics Classics: 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Elk Grove Theatre, 1050 Elk Grove Town Center, Elk Grove Village. See “Insomnia.” 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, July 22, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Over 60 vendors and Noah and Boogieman will perform from 6-9 p.m. Free. celebratehighwood.org.

Batavia’s evening farmers market: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, on the South Riverwalk Plaza in front of city hall, 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Third annual market features produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Free. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

Cantigny’s Live Music in the Beer Garden: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, July 22-26, 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. Wednesday: Joe Fascetta; Thursday: Rozzie & Brian Duo; Friday: The Frank Russell Trio; Sunday: Bear Williams (Old Town School of Folk Music Americana Series at 3:30 p.m.). Included with admission. cantigny.org.

Arbor Evenings: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. No Limit will perform on Frost Hill. Opens at 5:15 p.m. Beverages and food trucks. $15 for 13 and older, $5 for kids 4-12, and free for kids 3 and younger. Tickets: mortonarb.org.

Bike Tour of the Gardens: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Cantigny Visitors Center, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. A small group ride, stopping at garden spots along the way to discuss the plantings. One child (no charge) may be included with each paying adult. $15. Register: cantigny.org.

Elmhurst Wednesday Nights Live: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the stage under the Umbrella Sky Installation just north of 254 N. York St., Elmhurst. Sins & Roses, a Guns ’n Roses tribute, will perform. Free. elmhurstcitycentre.com.

Glendale Heights Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Camera Park, 101 Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Soul Sacrifice will perform. Concessions. Free. ghrec.org.

South Elgin Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Snap Shot will perform 1980s arena rock. Food Truck Wednesdays: 6-8 p.m. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. LP Vinyl Presents: Straight From The Heart. Free. shopthearb.com.

“& Juliet”: 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, 1 p.m. Sundays, July 22 through Aug. 2, at The Auditorium, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. New musical asks: What would happen if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Tickets start at $64.95. broadwayinchicago.com.

Arlington Heights Community Concert Band: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at North School Park, 307 N. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights. “Players’ Choice.” Free. arlingtonheightsband.org.

Batavia’s River Rhapsody Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at the Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Ave., Batavia. The Yacht Rockettes will perform. Wine, beer and food for purchase. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Geneva Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at River Park, 151 N. River Lane, Geneva. Live music, food trucks and beverages. The Throwbacks will perform. Free. genevaparks.org.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Parkman Pavilion, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. 90s Pop Nation will perform. Free. lindenhurstparks.org.

Lisle Summer Entertainment Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Van Kampen Stage in Lisle Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Beyond the Bloods will perform. Food and drinks for purchase. Free. lisleparkdistrict.org.

Westmont Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Diane Main Park, 300 W. 59th St., Westmont. Triple Replay will perform. Free. westmontparks.org.

Woodstock City Band: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. The theme is “Echoes of the Isles.” Free. woodstockil.gov.

Bensenville Music in the Park: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Village Hall Lawn, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville. Heart to Heartbreaker will perform. Classic car cruise night begins at 6 p.m. at Green and Center streets. Free. bensenville.il.us.

Lakeside Pavilion Summer Series: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 22-23, at the McAninch Arts Center Lakeside Pavilion, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Music from The Battle: Eric Alexander & Vincent Herring on Wednesday and The Barricade Boys on Thursday. Free tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis at 5 p.m. in front of the MAC building. Food trucks. Free; bring a nonperishable food item to benefit the Glen House Food Pantry and College of DuPage Fuel Pantry. atthemac.org/lakeside-pavilion.

Thursday, July 23

Stories Under the Sky: 10 a.m. Thursday, July 23, at Surrey Hill Park, 1600 S. 14th St., St. Charles. Hear a librarian bring stories to life. Meet near the playground; adults must accompany kids. Free. stcparks.org.

72nd annual DuPage County Fair: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, July 23; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, July 24; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 25; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 26, at the DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Entertainment, animals, food, exhibits and carnival rides. Music: Thursday: Solid-Aire Band at 4:3 p.m., Dennis Martin Duo at 5 p.m. and Sammy and The Knights at 7 p.m.; Friday: Dennis Martin Duo at 5 p.m., Vital Signs at 5 p.m. and Two Beer Tommy at 8 p.m.; Saturday: Mariachi Morelos at 1 p.m., Grupo Regresivo at 5 p.m., Viento Del Valle at 6 p.m. and Michael Lynch Music at 8 p.m.; and Sunday: Lake Effect at noon, Ert From Earth at 2:30 p.m. and Thankful Dead at 5 p.m. $12, $8 for kids 6-12 and 62 and older; and free for kids 5 and younger and active military personnel with ID; Mega Pass: $35. dupagecountyfair.org/event-calendar.

Glendale Heights Market: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Veterans Memorial Park, 220 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Food, produce, crafts and more from local vendors. ghrec.org.

Hands On History: Noon to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Sheldon Peck Homestead, 355 E. Parkside Ave., Lombard. Interactive pioneer-era activities (this week: weaving) and traditional crafts. Free drop-in. lombardhistory.org.

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Petal Porch, Main and Prospect streets, Roselle. Outdoor market with fresh produce, artisan goods, specialty foods and more. bensidounusa.com/roselle/roselle.html.

West Chicago Mosaic Market: 4-7 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at 100-132 Main St., West Chicago. Local artisans, makers, food vendors and performers. bensidounusa.com/westchicago.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, July 23, at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave., Highland Park. Food trucks and live music in the Ravinia District. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com.

59th annual Sugar Grove Corn Boil: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, July 23; 5-11 p.m. Friday, July 24; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 25; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 26, at Volunteer Park, Sugar Grove. Opening parade at 5 p.m. Friday down Bastian Drive into the park. Live music, market, fresh corn, car show, corn hole tournament, carnival rides and games and more. Music: Friday: The Dog & Pony Show at 5:30 p.m., Physical Graffiti at 7 p.m. and Karen Hart Band at 9:30 p.m.; Saturday: Dartford Station at 3:15 p.m., Liv Hatfield at 5 p.m., Atomic — Chicagoland’s Original Blondie Tribute at 6:45 p.m. and The Disco Circus at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday: Soldiers of the Cross at 3 p.m. Free shuttle service at the library and municipal center. Supports veteran mental health through “Be the One” campaign and K9s for Veterans. sugargrovecornboil.org.

Barrington Thursday Night Out: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, 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 23, around the historic Kane County Courthouse, off Fourth and James streets, Geneva. Music, food, and vote for your favorite make and model. To display a vehicle, arrive after 4:30 p.m. and find a spot in the lot behind the courthouse. Free. genevachamber.com/events/classic-car-show.

Lincolnwood Fest 2025: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, July 23; 5-11 p.m. Friday, July 24; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, July 25; and 1-9 p.m. Sunday, July 26, at Proesel Park, 6915 Kostner Ave., Lincolnwood. Live music, carnival rides, games, bingo, a classic car show and more. chicagoevents.com/event/lincolnwood-fest.

Pearl Street Market + Concert in the Park: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Veterans Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry. Shop the market of local vendors from 5-7:30 p.m. McHenry City Band will perform and food trucks at 7 p.m. facebook.com/pearlstreetmarketmchenry.

Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, July 23, on three blocks on Cass Avenue in downtown Westmont. Live music, classic cars, family activities, car clubs, art and market vendors. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights.

Carol Stream Summer Concert Series: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at the Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. Food vendors from 6-8:30 p.m. and Modern Day Romeos will perform at 7 p.m. Free. carolstream.org.

Downtown Summer Sounds: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 23, in Fountain Square, Evanston. Joel Paterson Swing Quartet will perform. Free community swing dance lessons from 5:30-6 p.m. Free. downtownevanston.org.

Long Grove Music in the Park: 6 p.m. Thursday, July 23, in Covered Bridge Park, 145 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove. Bluewater Creek Trio will perform. Free. longgrove.org.

Rock ’N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Food from local restaurants and kids’ activities. Music: War Pigs at 6:30 p.m. and Lita Ford at 8 p.m. 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. Free. ithappensinaddison.com/events.

Thirsty Thursdays: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at the Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Live music, craft beer and beverages and a food vendor. Kickin’ It with Carol and Tennessee Whiskey will perform. Wristbands for 21 and older. Free. eastdundee.net.

Thirsty Thursdays on the Deck: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Lake Ellyn Boathouse, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Craft beer and wine from The Beer Cellar and music from Keith Baumann. Complimentary light snacks provided. 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, July 23, at Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. Wildwood will perform. Food trucks, beer and wine. Free. hinsdalechamber.com.

Lake Forest Summer Concert Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Market Square, 264 Market Square Court, Lake Forest. Roger That will perform. Free. lfparksandrec.com.

Music at the Gazebo: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at the gazebo, Prairie Path and Spring Road, Elmhurst. Livestream will perform. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. springroad.com/our-events.

Oak Brook Park District Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at the Oaks Amphitheatre, 1315 Kensington Road, Oak Brook. The Jolly Ringwalds will perform. Concessions. Free. obparks.org.

Rock the Block summer concert series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Block 59, 404 Route 59, Naperville. Whiskey Friends will perform. Free. Register: theblock59.com/events.

Roselle Concerts on Main: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Petal Plaza, 31 S. Prospect St., Roselle. Disco Circus will perform. Food trucks: Dave’s Holy Smokes BBQ, Panzi’z and Delish Cakes. Free. rparks.org.

Summer Concert Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, in Mike Rylko Community Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Yacht Rockettes will perform. Free. bgparks.org/summer-concert-series.

Thursday Nights Live: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Lola Blu will perform. Concessions. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Towne Park’s Jerry Kautz Pavilion, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Brass From the Past will perform. Food trucks. Algonquin.org/summerconcerts.

Cary Summer Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Lions Park Rotary Bandshell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary. Inspiration Dance Company will perform. Free. carypark.com.

Elgin’s Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Wing Park bandshell, 1010 Wing St., Elgin. Junkyard Groove will perform. Food trucks on site. Free. elginil.gov or facebook.com/cityofelgin.

Live & Uncorked: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Gates open at 6:15 p.m. Bon Journeyed will perform. Tickets: $10 online or $12 at the gate. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/summerconcerts.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Departure will perform. Food and beverage tents. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. Petty Union will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

St. Charles Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at the Lincoln Park gazebo, off Fifth and Main streets, St. Charles. Beyond the Blonde will perform. Food from Wild Fries, 3rd Street Pub, Snack Zone and Kimmer’s Ice Cream. Free. stcparks.org/summer-concerts.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Mariachi Universita Rio will perform. Food and beverages for purchase. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Lisle Community Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Community Park band shell, 1825 Short St., Lisle. American popular and patriotic music. The Sweet Shop Bakery will be on-site. Free. lislecommunityband.org.

Naperville Municipal Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, in Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. Royalty with the DuPage Symphony Orchestra. Free. napervilleband.org/concerts.

Palatine Outdoor Movie Night: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. See “Hocus Pocus.” Free. palatineparks.org.

Wheaton Municipal Band “William Powers Sings!”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Bass-baritone William Powers sings popular standards from American musicals. Bring a picnic or 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, July 23, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. See “The Princess Diaries” and come dressed to match the theme Pajama Night. Free. woodstockil.gov.

Sam Jay’s Starting Lineup: 8 p.m. Thursday, July 23, at Thalia Hall, 1807 S. Allport St., Chicago. Comedy jam featuring Sam Jay, Zainab Johnson and Just Nesh. Tickets start at $73.59. thaliahallchicago.com.

Ongoing

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

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

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

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

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

“A Year With Frog And Toad”: 10 a.m. Thursdays through Sundays through Aug. 9 at the Marriott Theatre for Young Audiences, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on Arnold Lobel’s books, following Frog and Toad through four fun-filled seasons. Each performance will be followed by a question‑and‑answer session with the cast. Tickets start at $18.75. marriotttheatre.com.

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.

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

“My Fair Lady”: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, through Aug. 1, at Jubilee Church auditorium, 900 Foster Ave., Medinah. Overshadowed Theatrical Productions’ staging of the classic Lerner and Loewe musical. $21-$32. overshadowed.org.