Things to do July 31 to Aug. 6: Lake and McHenry County fairs, Lollapalooza, National Night Out and more

Starts before Friday

“& Juliet”: 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, July 28-30; 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 31; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1; and 1 p.m. Sunday, 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.

Lake County Fair: Noon to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, July 29-30; noon to 11 p.m. Friday, July 31; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1; and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Rides, food, live music, motocross, monster trucks, demolition derby, bull riding and more. $15; $5 for kids 6-12, 65 and older, and military, veterans and dependents with ID, for one day; $55/$20 for a season pass; free for kids 5 and younger and active military in uniform. lcfair.com/2026.

National Sports Collectors Convention: 2-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 29; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 30 through Aug. 1; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Sports trading cards, autographs and memorabilia. Tickets start at $25 for one day. nsccshow.com.

Lollapalooza 2026: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, July 30 through Aug. 2, at Grant Park, South Lake Shore Drive and East Monroe Street, Chicago. Over 170 performers across eight stages. Headliners include Lorde and John Summit at 8:30 p.m. Thursday; The Smashing Pumpkins at 8:30 p.m. and Charli xcx at 8:40 p.m. Friday; Olivia Dean at 8:30 p.m. and Jennie at 8:55 p.m. Saturday, and Tate McRae and The XX at 8:45 p.m. Sunday. Tickets start at $185 for one day, $439 for four days. lollapalooza.com.

“My Fair Lady”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 30-31, and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 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.

Friday, July 31

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 31, in the parking lot on Riverside and State Avenue, St. Charles. Fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheese, breads, sweets, honey and more. facebook.com/STCFarmersMarket.

Back to School Craft & Vendor Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 31 and Aug. 1, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Yorktown Center, 203 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard. Indoor event featuring local, independent businesses and merchants selling food, drinks, jewelry, home decor, fashion, art, wellness, design and more. Free. hometownvendormarket.com.

Nature in Your Neighborhood: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Lords Park Zoo, 207 Grand Blvd., Elgin. A storytime and craft for young kids with the theme of coyotes. Free. elginil.gov.

Downtown Elgin Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, July 31, on South Riverside Drive, Elgin. Farmers, makers, live music, Sip N’ Shop and kids’ activities. LINK Matching program. downtownelgin.com/market.

Lake Zurich Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, July 31, 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.

West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, July 31, at The Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee. A mixed market offering fresh produce, honey, greens, soaps, breads, cheeses, flowers, artwork, wearables and more. wdundee.org.

21st annual Roselle Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 31, at American Legion Hall, 344 E. Maple, Roselle. InSession Band will perform. Free. cruiseroselle.com.

Chicago Italian Beef Fest: 5-10 p.m. Friday, July 31; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Jefferson Memorial Park, 4822 N. Long, Chicago. Chicago restaurants serve unique takes on the Italian beef sandwich with two stages of live music featuring Simply Billy, 16 Candles and Simply Elton; a kids’ zone; and more. $10. chicagoevents.com.

Sounds of Summer & Cruise Nights: 5-9 p.m. Friday, July 31, at 320 N. Wood Dale Road (Commercial Street), Wood Dale. Car shows start at 5 p.m., followed by The Moods performing at 7 p.m. Food vendors on-site; outside coolers welcome. No pets. wooddale.com.

Taste of Orland Park: 5-11 p.m. Friday, July 31; 3-11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1; and 3-9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Village Green, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. Food from local restaurants, live music, Kids’ Zone, sponsor booths and more. Music: Friday: Battle of the bands from 6-10 p.m. and Wedding Banned at 9 p.m.; Saturday: Hillbilly Rockstarz at 4:30 p.m. and 7th heaven at 9 p.m.; and Sunday: Rock the 90s at 5:45 p.m. and Billy Nation at 7:30 p.m. Drone show at 11 p.m. Friday. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Sunday. Free. orlandpark.org.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, and Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 1st Street Plaza, 29 S. First St., St. Charles; Riverlands Brewing Company, 1860 Dean St., Unit A, St. Charles; and ROX City Grill, 100 W. Main St., St. Charles. Friday: Henry Scherrer at 1st Street Plaza and Demi Clara at Riverlands Brewing Company. Wednesday: Dennis O’Brien Duo at 1st Street Plaza and Peter Warren at ROX City Grill. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

Taste of Roselle: 6-11 p.m. Friday, July 31; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, on Main Street, between Howard and Prospect, Roselle. Block party featuring food from Roselle and beyond, entertainment on three stages, an arts and crafts show, bingo, a kids’ carnival, and craft beer and wine. Free. rosellelions.com/taste or facebook.com/TasteofRoselle.

Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Charlie Foxtrot will perform. Free. vhw.org.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Performances by 24K Magic/George Michael Reborn. Food and beverage tents. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Summer of Sound concert series: 7 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Westfield Old Orchard, 4905 Old Orchard Center, Skokie. Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press will perform. Free. westfield.com.

“Evita”: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, July 31 and Aug. 1, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, in the SecondSpace Theatre at Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. ECC Musical Theatre’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s musical about Eva Perón. $22 or $20 for seniors and students. eccartscenter.org.

“Puffs”: 7:30 p.m. Fridays, July 31 and Aug. 14; 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, Aug. 1-15; and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at the Batavia Government Center, 100 N. Island Ave., third floor, Batavia. Albright Community Theatre production of Matt Cox’s comedy play about a certain boy wizard who went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. $23 or $18 for kids 13 and younger and 65 and older. albrighttheatre.com.

Friday Night Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove. Molly Conrad + John Franco will perform. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., or tune in virtually. Suggested donation $10 (cash or PayPal). twowaystreet.org.

Hollywood Nights, The Bob Seger Experience: 8 p.m. Friday, July 31, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring bag chairs or blankets. $23. paramountaurora.com.

Rock the Rails: 8 p.m. Friday, July 31, at 28 Mile Distilling Co., 454 Sheridan Road, Highwood. Kendal Tucker and Carson Lee will perform. $20-$30. 28miledistilling.com.

A Night at the Movies: 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Rotary Hill, 443 Aurora Ave., Naperville. An hour of bingo before “Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey.” Free. napervilleparks.org/anightatthemovies.

Elgin Summer Movie in the Park: Dusk Friday, July 31, at Marie Grolich Park, 37 Souster Ave., Elgin. Family activities before the 2009 animated “Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs.” Concessions. Free. elginil.gov.

Saturday, Aug. 1

Downtown Downers Grove Market: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 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.

Aurora Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 1, at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St., and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 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, Aug. 1, on North River Street between Wilson and Spring streets, Batavia. Produce, baked goods, plants, honey and related farm products. Free. downtownbatavia.com/farmers-market.

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

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

Archery Open House: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 1, at Blackwell Forest Preserve, off Butterfield Road, Warrenville. Learn about archery and try the basics with a certified instructor. dupageforest.org.

Cub Fly: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Fox Valley Aero Club field, 3831 Karl Madsen Drive, St. Charles. foxvalleyaero.com/events.

Destination Asia Festival: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1-2, at Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Food from local vendors, live music, and traditional dances and performances celebrating Asian cultures. Also, Prairie State Bonsai Society show and workshop. Included with Arboretum admission. mortonarb.org.

Dundee Depot Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Vintage finds, handmade goods, bakery goods and locally crafted products. Free. eastdundee.net.

Turkish Festival Chicago: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1-2, at Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Drive, Tinley Park. Turkish music and dance, traditional folk music and poetry, comedy show and more. Informational presentations, discussions and panels. Art demos on ceramics, calligraphy, Kat’i (paper cutting), Tezhip (illumination), copper smithing and more. Free entry to the Grand Bazaar. $18.99 for 12 and older or $8.99 for kids younger than 12. turkishfestival.com.

Wilmette Art Fair: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1-2, at 1141 Central Ave., Wilmette. Paintings, sculptures, photographs, jewelry and more. Free. amdurproductions.com/wilmette-art-fair.

Corn Fest and Craft Fair: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Community Church of Rolling Meadows, 2720 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Fresh local sweet corn, grilled sandwiches, watermelon and soft drinks. Craft fair, face painting, balloon artist and Kona Ice. Adults $15; seniors $13; kids 4-10 $5; and free for kids 3 and younger. ccrm.church.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, and 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. See Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, HW 5-Alarm, Bone Shaker, Bigfoot and Skelesaurus, plus Rhinomite making its debut. Tickets start at $17.25. unitedcenter.com.

Lucky Duck Day: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Barefoot Bay, 1461 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Family activities and food culminating in the annual Lucky Duck Race at 2 p.m. in the Lazy River. Community members can adopt one of 250 Lucky Ducks for $10 each to race for prizes. Admission included with Barefoot Bay daily admission or a season pass. mundeleinparks.org.

Military History Weekend: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1-2, at Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. La Fox St., South Elgin. Last train leaves between 4 and 4:15 p.m. $5-$8; free for kids 2 and younger. foxtrolley.org.

BoricuaFest: Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Family-friendly cultural festival celebrating Puerto Rican heritage through live music, traditional dance, authentic cuisine, artisan market and family-friendly activities. Free. boricuasunidos.org.

Celebrations Around the World Flower Show: Noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at American Legion Post 911, 515 S. Main St., Wauconda. Floral designs and horticultural exhibits. Free. grayslakegardenclub.org.

Dessert Walk: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, starting in Cook Park, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Sample desserts while strolling through downtown Libertyville. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

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

Bartlett’s 32nd annual National Night Out activities: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Bartlett Community Center; Sunday, Aug. 2, at registered neighborhoods throughout Bartlett; 1-3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 4, at Bartlett Hills Golf Club; and 5-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Bartlett Park. Aug. 1: Family Fun Night from 5-7 p.m., Twilight Pool Party from 7:30-9 p.m.; Aug. 2: Block Parties and Lighting Competition; Aug. 3: Putt, Chip & Drive Crime Out Family Golf Event; Aug. 5: NNO Picnic in the Park. Free. bartlettil.gov/government/police/national-night-out.

Shakespeare in the Square: 5-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. Woodstock Shakespeare Players perform “Bit O’ The Bard: Fair and Foul.” Free. woodstockil.gov.

Yappy Hour at Bridges Beer Garden: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Bridges Beer Garden, 1400 Poplar Creek Drive, Hoffman Estates. Meet dogs available for adoption from local shelters. Free. heparks.org.

Geneva’s Shakespeare in the Park: 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Island Park pavilion, off Route 25, Geneva. Goodly Creatures Theatre’s annual production features the comedy “As You Like It.” Bring chairs, blankets and snacks. Rain date: 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8. Free. goodlycreatures.com.

Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, on South Park Avenue, Lombard. Classic and custom cars, Gooroos will perform from 6-9 p.m., local businesses, and Kids’ Corner with face painting, balloon artists, magic shows and more. villageoflombard.org/cruisenights.

Night Fly: 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 1, at Fox Valley Aero Club field, 3831 Karl Madsen Drive, St. Charles. Airplanes of all types, shapes and sizes, with bright colored lights. Bring a lawn chair or bug spray. foxvalleyaero.com/events.

Hallmark Stars Live: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan. Hallmark stars Andrew Walker, Ashley Williams, Kimberley Sustad and Paul Campbell answer questions from fans, tell behind-the-scenes stories and more, hosted by Nikki DeLoach. Tickets start at $73. geneseetheatre.com.

Wheaton Municipal Band “Stars and Stripes Forever 250!”: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Wheaton College Edman Chapel, 501 College Ave., Wheaton. The concert will feature Pete Friedmann narrating Aaron Copland’s classic “Lincoln Portrait,” as well as a gathering of 250 piccolos from around the country to join in performing “Stars and Stripes Forever.” Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Bensenville Movie in the Park: 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, at Krempels Park, Dennis and Jacquelyn drives, Bensenville. Screening of the PG-rated “Selena.” Free. bvilleparks.org.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, and 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks display set to music. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

Sunday, Aug. 2

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Mike Rylko Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Fresh local food, food-related services, local organizations and businesses. Free. vbg.org/FarmersMarket.

Antique Tool Show & Sale: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Garfield Farm Museum, 2N930 Garfield Road, Campton Hills. Joint show by Early American Industries Association and the Mid-West Tools Collectors Association. Over 30 different collectors will have their tools on display and for sale. $8 and $3 for kids 12 and younger. garfieldfarm.org.

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

Lazy River 5K: 9-11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Splash Country Water Park, 195 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. A special social race for ages 12 and older. $13 residents, $15 nonresidents in advance; $15/$17 day of. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

35th annual Vintage Transport Extravaganza: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Illinois Railway Museum, 7000 Olson Road, Union. Antique cars from Model T Fords all the way up to 1990s sports cars will be on display alongside historic motor buses, trucks, electric trolley buses, and military and other vehicles. Trains depart from the East Union Depot every 30 minutes from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $16-$20. irm.org/event/vintage-transport-extravaganza.

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

Vintage Baseball: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Cantigny Park polo field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. See how the game was played over 100 years ago with the DuPage Plowboys vs. Flossmoor Railsplitters. Players follow 1850s rules and regulations. Free with paid parking. cantigny.org.

Schaumburg’s Shakespeare in the Park: 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Meineke Park, 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg. Goodly Creatures Theatre’s annual production features the comedy “As You Like It.” Bring chairs, blankets and snacks. Rain date: 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9. Free. goodlycreatures.com.

Sunday Music Series with Jack Wilson: 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Helen Plum Memorial Library Plum Meeting Rooms, 411 S. Main St., Lombard. International fingerstyle guitar champ Jack Wilson performs rock, R&B, country, jazz, blues and classical. Free. Register: helenplum.org.

Wheeling’s Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 5-6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Mellencougar will perform. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Monday, Aug. 3

Hinsdale Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, along Chicago Avenue, between Garfield and Washington, Hinsdale. Fresh produce and unique finds from farms and stores. hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-market.

Lords Park Family Concerts: Noon to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, at Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. Arcomusical will perform. Free. chambermusiconthefox.org.

Movie Monday: 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 3, at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. See “Mission: Impossible” (1996). Doors open at 6 p.m. $1 (cash only at the door). Concessions via cash or card. paramountaurora.com/series/movie-mondays.

Tuesday, Aug. 4

McHenry County Fair: Noon to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 5-6; 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8; and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, at the McHenry County Fairgrounds, 11900 Country Club Road, Woodstock. Nearly 100 acres of animals, food, music and entertainment. Single day $10/$5; $30 season pass. mchenrycountyfair.com/tickets.

Sounds of Summer Family Series: Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Little Miss Ann will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Fox Lake National Night Out: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Lakefront Park, 10 Riverview Ave., Fox Lake. Police, fire and public works vehicles, with games and activities for kids. Free. foxlake.org.

Lombard Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, on South Park Avenue at St. Charles Road, Lombard. Seasonal fruits, vegetables, handcrafted goods, live music and kids’ activities. Free. lombardchamber.com.

Naper Settlement Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Live music and food trucks. Free hands-on demonstrations and classes. napersettlement.org.

Addison National Night Out: 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, on the Village Green, 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Performances by DJ Chicken Wang at 5 p.m. and 7th heaven at 7 p.m. Addison Historical Museum open house from 6-8 p.m. with a Benjamin Franklin portrayal by Terry Lynch. Food, drinks and desserts for purchase from Muggs ’n Manor, Holy Smokes, Italian Bakery, Juan Y Yo Taco Grill and Dunkley’s Tavern. Police and fire department meet-and-greets, games and activities. Free. ithappensinaddison.com/events/.

Glen Ellyn National Night Out: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Touch-A-Truck, evidence tech and drone demonstrations, arts and crafts, free ice cream and more. Food for purchase. Free. gepark.org.

Huntley National Night Out: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, in Huntley Town Square. Family-friendly games with officers and police and fire vehicles and equipment. At 2 p.m., police vs. fire softball game in Veterans Memorial Field in Del Webb. Followed by the Concert in the Square with Hillbilly Rockstarz. huntley.il.us.

Itasca National Night Out: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Itasca waterpark, library, municipal complex and fire station. Entertainment, food, DUI course, police department tours, Touch-a-Truck, raffles and face painting. Free waterpark entry from 5-9:30 p.m. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Wauconda National Night Out: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, on Main Street, between Bangs Street and Route 176, Wauconda. The village of Wauconda Police Department and other community organizations host a family night out featuring emergency and utility vehicles, games, food, raffles, prizes, music and more. Free. wauconda-il.gov.

Wheeling National Night Out: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Heritage Park Performance Pavillion and Family Aquatic Center, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. The Wheeling Park District and Wheeling Police Department host a variety of activities. Free. wheelingil.gov.

Buffalo Grove National Night Out: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Mike Rylko Community Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Business expo, Buffalo Grove Fire and Police department greetings, free giveaways, food for purchase from Dorfler’s Meat Market and food trucks and music from Brass From the Past. Bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the Northwest Suburban Interfaith Council table. Free. bgparks.org/national-night-out.

Downers Grove Summer Concert Series: 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Doors open and food and beverage sales at 6 p.m. with The Simple Remedy performing from 7-8:30 p.m. Free. dgparks.org.

Island Lake National Night Out: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the Island Lake Police Department, 3720 Greenleaf Ave., Island Lake. Music, hot dogs, beverages and bounce houses and interact with first responders. Free. villageofislandlake.com/events.

Rock ’N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Food from local restaurants and kids’ activities. Concerts by Chained Up Alice at 6:30 p.m. and Peephole 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.

Rolling Meadows National Night Out: 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the Rolling Meadows Community Center, 3705 N. Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows. Free. cityrm.org.

Summer Concert Series: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, and Thursday, Aug. 6, in Mike Rylko Community Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Performances from Brass from the Past on Tuesday and Semple on Thursday. Free. bgparks.org/summer-concert-series.

Acoustic Jams in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Mount St. Mary Park, off Route 31, St. Charles. Matt Keen will perform. Free. stcparks.org.

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

Crystal Lake Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. Wild Daisy will perform, with line dance lessons at 6 p.m. before the concert. Food truck. Free. crystallakeparks.org/special-events.

Huntley Concerts on the Square: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Huntley Town Square on Coral Street, Huntley. Hillbilly Rockstarz will perform. Free. huntley.il.us.

Millennium Carillon Summer Recital Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the Millennium Carillon, 443 Aurora Ave., Naperville. Carillonneurs from all over the world will perform. Free. napervilleparks.org/carillonrecitalseries.

Waukegan Band “Holidays All Summer” Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, 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, Aug. 5

Elmhurst Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, in Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church’s parking lot at 149 W. Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst. Fresh produce, local vendors, artisan goods and food trucks. elmhurstfarmersmarket.com or facebook.com/ElmhurstFarmersMarket.

Winfield Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at the southwest corner of Geneva and County Farm roads, Winfield. Fresh produce and bakery items, specialty foods, handcrafted jewelry and homemade goods. facebook.com/WinfieldFarmMarket.

Elmhurst’s Party in the Park: 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Salt Creek Park, 574 W. Second St., Elmhurst. Old-fashioned fun with bubbles, hula hoops, jump ropes and more. Free. epd.org.

Critics Classics: 1 and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Elk Grove Theatre, 1050 Elk Grove Town Center, Elk Grove Village. See “Inception.” 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, Aug. 5, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Over 60 vendors and Salty Dogs will perform from 6-9 p.m. Free. celebratehighwood.org.

Batavia’s evening farmers market: 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 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.

Roselle Poppin’ Up in the Park: 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Newcastle Park, on Newcastle Court, Roselle. Theme is “Glow in the Park.” Roselle Public Library will host outdoor story times. Free. rparks.org.

Cantigny’s Live Music in the Beer Garden: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, Aug. 5-9, 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. Joe Fascetta on Wednesday; Rozzie & Brian Duo on Thursday; The Frank Russell Trio on Friday; Great American Jukebox with Michael J. Miles & Jill Kaeding (Old Town School of Folk Music Americana Series at 3:30 p.m.) Sunday. Included with admission. cantigny.org.

UnPlug at the Park: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Chamber Park in Wheeling. Istvan will perform. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Arbor Evenings: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Opens at 5:15 p.m. Valius will perform on Frost Hill. Beverages and food truck options for purchase. $15 for 13 and older; $5 for kids 4-12, and free for kids 3 and younger. Tickets: mortonarb.org.

Northbrook Days 2026: 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5; 5-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6; 6-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9, in downtown Northbrook. Rides, games, live music, food, bingo, beer, wine and more. Music: Wednesday: Justine Ewald at 6 p.m. and Out of Control at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday: King Saturday at 5 p.m. and Disco Circus at 8 p.m.; Friday: Dan Peters Band at 6 p.m. and Mr. Blotto at 8:30 p.m.; Saturday: Harry Reinhart and Family at 6 p.m. and Pino Farina Band at 8:30 p.m.; and Sunday: Probable Cause at 2:30 p.m. and Deadfest at 5:30 p.m. Free. northbrookdays.com.

Elmhurst Wednesday Nights Live: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at the stage under the Umbrella Sky Installation, just north of 254 N. York St., Elmhurst. Beyond the Blonde will perform. Free. elmhurstcitycentre.com.

Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at the Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. Hillbilly Rockstarz will perform. Free. shopthearb.com.

Batavia’s River Rhapsody Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at the Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Stevie McVie will perform. Wine, beer and food for purchase. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Itasca Outdoor Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Usher Park, off South Walnut Street, Itasca. The Jolly Ringwalds will perform. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Lehmann Mansion, 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa. Blooze Brothers will perform. Free. lindenhurstparks.org.

Bensenville Music in the Park: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Village Hall Lawn, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville. Petty Union will perform. Classic car cruise night at 6 p.m. at Green and Center streets. Free. bensenville.il.us.

Glen Ellyn Movies in the Park: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. Story time with Glen Ellyn Public Library at 7:30 p.m. and “Zootopia 2” at dusk. Free. gepark.org.

Movies on the Green: Dusk Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Centennial Green at the Mount Prospect Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. See “Zootopia 2.” Free. mpdowntown.com/events.

Thursday, Aug. 6

Itasca Family Fun Entertainment: 10-11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Springbrook Nature Center, 130 Forest Ave., Itasca. Miss Jamie’s Farm will perform. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Glendale Heights Market: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Veterans Memorial Park, 220 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Food, produce, crafts and more from locally sourced vendors. ghrec.org.

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 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, Aug. 6, at 100-132 Main St., West Chicago. A culturally inspired market on Main Street featuring local artisans, makers, food vendors and performers. bensidounusa.com/westchicago.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, Aug. 6, at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave., Highland Park. Food trucks and live music in the Ravinia District. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com.

Barrington Thursday Night Out: 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at the BMO Lot, 210 W. Station St., Barrington. Local vendors, classic cars, live music, family activities and more. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/thursday-night-out.

Geneva Classic Car Show: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 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, Aug. 6, 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. McHenry City Band will perform. facebook.com/pearlstreetmarketmchenry.

Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, on three blocks on Cass Avenue in downtown Westmont. Live music, classic cars, family activities, car clubs, art and market vendors. The theme will be Imports & Orphans — Movie Car Night. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights.

Bloomingdale Ice Cream Social: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Ice cream novelty treats, rides, games, music, face painting and more. Free. villageofbloomingdale.org.

Downtown Summer Sounds: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, in Fountain Square, Evanston. Alongside Harold will perform. Free. downtownevanston.org.

Long Grove Music in the Park: 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, in Covered Bridge Park, 145 Old McHenry Road, Historic Downtown Long Grove. Saturday June Band will perform. Free. longgrove.org.

Thirsty Thursdays on the Deck: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Lake Ellyn Boathouse, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Mickey O’Brien and Friends will perform. Craft beer and wine from The Beer Cellar. Complimentary light snacks provided. $20, includes entry and one drink ticket. Register: gepark.org.

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

Lake Forest Summer Concert Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Market Square, 264 Market Square Court, Lake Forest. Valius will perform. Free. lfparksandrec.com.

Oak Brook Park District Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Oaks Amphitheatre, 1315 Kensington Road, Oak Brook. Strung Out will perform. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Concessions for purchase. Free. obparks.org.

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

Thursday Nights Live: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Deadfest will perform. Food and beverage options. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Towne Park’s Jerry Kautz Pavilion, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Jesse’s Girl will perform. Food trucks at 6 p.m. Algonquin.org/summerconcerts.

Elgin’s Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Wing Park bandshell, 1010 Wing St., Elgin. Sgt. Sauerkraut’s Polka Band will perform. Food trucks. Free. elginil.gov or facebook.com/cityofelgin.

Gaelic Storm: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 W. Van Buren St., Woodstock. Traditional Irish music with rock, folk and bluegrass. $45. woodstockoperahouse.com.

Julian McCullough: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Zanies Comedy Night Club, 5437 Park Place, Rosemont. Stand-up comedy. $37.95. rosemont.zanies.com.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Brooklyn Charmers will perform, ending with a musical fireworks display. Food and beverage tents. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. The Chicago Experience will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

St. Charles Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Lincoln Park gazebo, off Fifth and Main streets, St. Charles. 7th heaven 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, Aug. 6, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. R Gand will perform. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Lakeside Pavilion Summer Series: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at the McAninch Arts Center Lakeside Pavilion, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Rhinestone Cowgirls will perform. Free tickets will be distributed beginning 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.

Naperville Municipal Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, in Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. The theme is “Sound of the Movies.” Free. napervilleband.org/concerts.

Wheaton Municipal Band “Pete’s Picks”: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Band announcer Pete Friedmann shares his picks of band favorites performed over the years as the band honors his 45th season. Bring a picnic or purchase popcorn and ice cream from the Friends of the Wheaton Municipal Band. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Movies in the Park: 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. See Pixar’s 2017 “Coco.” Gates open at 6 p.m. Bring bag chairs or blankets. $2 in advance, $4 at the gate; free for kids 2 and younger but must have a ticket. paramountaurora.com.

Geneva Movies in the Park: About 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Aug. 6, at Moore Park, 877 Geneva Drive, Geneva. See “The Mighty Ducks” (1992). Concessions. Free. genevaparks.org.

Windy City Comedy Fest: Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 6-9, at various locations in Chicago. Shows, clinics with industry professionals, and networking events for comedians and fans. Scheduled performers include Shane Torres, Em Brown, Bob Keen, Joey Reilly and more. Tickets vary. windycitycomedyfest.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. Exhibit examines how wars, elections, protests and cultural changes resonated in DuPage County. Free; donations of $5 or $2 for kids and seniors appreciated. dupagemuseum.org/visit.

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

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

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

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

“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.

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.