Things to do Aug. 21-27: Elburn Days, Glen Ellyn Carnival, Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival and more

Friday, Aug. 21

St. Charles Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, in the parking lot on Riverside and State Avenue in downtown St. Charles. Featuring fresh produce, meat, eggs, cheese, breads, sweets, honey, and more. facebook.com/STCFarmersMarket.

Anime Magic! 2025: 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, through 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. Anime convention with vendors, cosplay, celebrity guests, special events and more. $65 Friday, $70 Saturday, $60 Sunday, $75 all three days. animemagic.org.

Downtown Elgin Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 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, Aug. 21, 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.

Potawatomi Trails Powwow: 3-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Shiloh Park, 2030 Bethesda, Zion. A social event and gathering to celebrate and reflect on Native American Heritage. Several traditional crafts will be demonstrated. Veterans circle at 10 a.m. Sunday. $10, free for ages 65 and older and 5 and younger. powwows.com.

Lakeview Taco Fest: 4-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22; and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at 3500 N. Southport Ave., Chicago. More than 10 Chicago restaurants will compete to craft the city’s best tacos, with live entertainment, family activities, Mexican wrestling and more. $10 suggested donation. lakeviewroscoevillage.org.

West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, 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, Aug. 21, at American Legion Hall, 344 E. Maple, Roselle. Rick Lindy & The Wild Ones will perform. Free. cruiseroselle.com.

Elburn Days: 5-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Lions Park, 500 S. Filmore St., Elburn. Family-friendly festival offers carnival rides, live music, food, and more. Craft show from 5-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Parade at 6 p.m. Friday. HobbyTown Charity Race begins at 10 a.m. Saturday. Music lineup: On Friday, The Ron Burgundys from 8-11 p.m.; on Saturday, Liam Durkin from noon to 3 p.m. in the beer garden, The Wayouts from 4-7 p.m. and Bella Cain from 8-11 p.m.; and on Sunday, Kevin Presbrey from noon to 3 p.m. in the beer garden, One Foot in the Groove from 3-5 p.m., and Sammy & the Knights from 5:30-8 p.m. Beer garden has a separate family area. Free. elburnlions.com/elburn-days.

Glen Ellyn Carnival: 5-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21; 1-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22; 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Crescent/Glenwood Lot, 505 Crescent Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Over 10 rides, a fun house, games and concessions. Free admission, tickets required for rides, unlimited ride passes available for $30-$35. glenellynchamber.com.

Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton: 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Port Clinton Square, 601 Central Ave., Highland Park. Performances by Manmeet Kaur and Bollywood Dancers. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com/portclintonconcerts.

“Nuestras Historias” premiere: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Elgin Community College Blizzard Theater, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. The evening begins with a reception featuring food, music, and hands-on activities for kids, followed by the premiere of the documentary at 7 p.m. It is part of a new traveling exhibit exploring six generations of Hispanic history in the Elgin area. Free. RSVP required via elginhistory.org.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at 1st Street Plaza, 29 S. First St., St. Charles; and Riverlands Brewing Company, 1860 Dean St. Unit A, St. Charles. Performances by Peter Warren Duo at 1st Street Plaza and Rupert Wilson at Riverlands Brewing Company. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

South Elgin Movie Night in the Park: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Concessions available for purchase. Join Movie Bingo before the movie at dusk. See “Zootopia 2.” Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Woodstock Summer Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. Chicago Latin Band will perform. Free. woodstockil.gov.

Friday Night Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Two Way Street Coffee House, 1047 Curtiss St., Downers Grove. Lucy Holden will perform. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., or tune in virtually. Suggested donation $10 (cash or PayPal). twowaystreet.org.

A Night at the Movies: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at Riverwalk Grand Pavilion, 912 Honorary Sindt Memorial Court, Naperville. See “Shrek.” Arrive early for an hour of bingo. Free. napervilleparks.org/anightatthemovies.

Rock the Rails: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, at 28 Mile Distilling Co., 454 Sheridan Road Highwood. Live music just steps from the Metra line. Jimmie Allen will perform. $30-$42. 28miledistilling.com.

Plein Air St. Charles: Friday through Sunday, Aug. 21-23. St. Charles Arts Council's weeklong event welcomes 55 artists from across the U.S. who will set up outside, all around town, to paint picturesque scenes of St. Charles. There also will be activities for the public to participate in, including a plein air demonstration, a “Quick Paint” competition, Mindful Creativity for children, and a Writers Event. Free. stcharlesil.gov.

Saturday, Aug. 22

Bulls Fest: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 22-23, at the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St., Chicago. Family-friendly event features a 3v3 basketball tournament, Youth Hoops clinics, dunk and three-point contests, special appearances and more. Free. bullsfest.com.

Downtown Downers Grove Market: 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Metra station south lot, 5001 Main St., Downers Grove. Over 60 vendors offering locally grown produce, fresh baked goods, handmade soaps, floral arrangements, handcrafted coffee beverages, artisanal cheeses and more. ymcachicago.org.

Aurora Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 22, at Water Street Square, 65 S. Water St., and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at West Plaza, 1999 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods and pastry items, local food trucks and vendors (including Dick’s Mini Donuts), coffee, artisan items and more. aurora-il.org.

Batavia morning farmers market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 22, 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. 22, 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, Aug. 22, in the Metra parking lot at 1001 Burlington Ave. in Lisle. Featuring fresh produce, plants, flowers, bakery items and more. bensidounusa.com/lisle.

Wheaton French Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Main and Liberty streets, Wheaton. The outdoor market run by Bensidoun USA offers fresh produce, flowers, handcrafted goods, specialty foods, jewelry, crafts, baked goods and more. Free. bensidounusa.com/wheaton.

Dundee Depot Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Vintage finds, handmade goods, bakery goods and locally crafted products. eastdundee.net.

Fishing Day: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at William Aldis Sr. Park, Maiden Lane and First Street, West Dundee. Dundee Township Park District will provide the equipment, or bring your own. Each child will get a small tackle box filled with bobbers, lures and more. There will be giveaways, prizes, crafts and games. Hot dogs, chips and drinks for participants and their families. Each registered family will get a fishing spot (for 30 minutes) and instruction as needed. $5 per family. Register by noon Aug. 21. Register: dtpd.org/fishing-day.

57th annual Glen Ellyn Festival of the Arts: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 22-23, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Find artwork across a variety of mediums from more than 80 artists with live music, children’s entertainment, food trucks and more. Free. downtownglenellyn.com.

Villa Fest: 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, in the Ardmore Business District, Ardmore and Park Boulevard, next to Illinois Prairie Path in Villa Park. A new community celebration featuring touch-a-truck, bags tournament, live music, kids’ games and activities, and food and drink from local vendors. This year’s theme, “All Roads Lead to Villa Park,” begins with the popular “Big Rigs & Kids” event from 10 a.m. to noon. Entertainment lineup: Greg Sonic Emporium at 11 a.m., Catie Callahan at 11:40 a.m., Hawaiian Dance Ensemble — Shasta Hood at 12:20 p.m., Sonny and the Eggrolls at 1:40 p.m., Rhythm Rockets at 3:05 p.m., Dead Pink Radio at 4:35 p.m., Seven Soul at 6:25 p.m., 321's at 7:55 p.m., and The Nobodies at 9:25 p.m. Free. invillapark.com.

Ikenobo Ikebana Society Chicago Chapter Show: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 22-23, in the Burnstein Hall at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Regenstein Center, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Ikenobo is the origin of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging. Presented by the Ikenobo Ikebana Society, Chicago Chapter. Included with general admission. chicagobotanic.org.

Jarvis Square Summer Artisan Markets: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, in Jarvis Square, 1500 Block of Jarvis Avenue, Chicago. 28 rotating local makers will sell products including candles, body care, soaps, plants, cards, to one-of-a-kind treasures, handbags, jewelry, macrame, oddities and more. Free admission. RPBA.org.

National Gathering of American Indian Veterans: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Trickster Cultural Center, 190 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Honors veterans and military personnel of all cultures, eras and branches in a Native way. Free. tricksterculturalcenter.org.

Villa Park Big Rigs & Kids: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 22, on Ardmore and Park Boulevard, Villa Park. Check out vehicles from village departments, including fire trucks, police vehicles, construction equipment, and more. Sensory-friendly time with limited lights and sirens from 10-10:30 a.m. Free. invillapark.com.

Wheaton Concours Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. The Wheaton Police Department and The Hamilton Collection host this car show benefiting Special Olympics Illinois. Check out headlining exotic cars by Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Porsche, Aston Martin and more, from supercars and classics to American muscle cars. Also, a DJ, food vendors, and more. Free or spectators. wheatonconcours.com.

Chalk Howard Street: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, on Howard Street, between Paulina Street and Ashland Avenue, Chicago. 3D chalk art festival invites national and local street artists to transform Howard Street in Rogers Park into a creative canvas, with DJs, food, drinks and more. Free; drawing spaces for purchase. RPBA.org.

Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at 800 Church St., Evanston. 150 juried artists show paintings, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media, photography and more. Food trucks, live music and more. Free. amdurproductions.com/evanston-art-and-big-fork-festival.

Ragtime Festival: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 22-23, at Fox River Trolley Museum, 365 S. La Fox St., South Elgin. Classic and modern ragtime and old-time music. foxtrolley.org.

26th annual Ray Bradbury’s Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival: Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Bowen Park, 1800 N. Sheridan Road, Waukegan. Art vendors, painters, sculptors and photographers will be selling their art, plus live music, activities and more. Free. waukeganparks.org/dandelion.

Vintage Car Show: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at St. Johns North Lot, 525 Central Ave., Highland Park. Vintage vehicles on St. Johns Avenue, live music, food and beverages. Free for spectators. enjoyhighlandpark.com.

An Afternoon with Abigail Adams: 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Elmhurst History Museum, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst. In this living-history portrayal, actor and historian Leslie Goddard recounts first lady Abigail Adams’ life, including her famous call to John Adams to “remember the Ladies” in the founding of the new nation. $8 or free for members. Register: elmhursthistory.org.

West Chicago Food Festival: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, along Main Street in downtown West Chicago. Around 20 food and beverage trucks throughout the downtown area with live music from Soul Sacrifice from 4-5 p.m., 28 Days from 5:30-6:30 p.m., and Beyond the Blonde from 7-8 p.m. Face painting, caricaturist, balloonist, sand art, photo booth, juggler from 5-6 p.m. and Funny Little People from 6:30-7 p.m. Free admission. westchicago.org/food-festival.

Zoo Uncorked: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. Cocktails, live music from The Boy Band Night, and a chance to see the animals after dark. 21 and older. Tickets start at $40. brookfieldzoo.org.

Summer Breeze Concert Series: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. Classical Blast will perform. Free. parkfun.com.

Dance for Life 35th Anniversary: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at The Auditorium, 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago. Celebrating 35 years of supporting medical needs of Chicago dance industry professionals and showcasing the city’s variety of dance traditions and styles by assembling a diverse lineup of professional dance companies and dancers from throughout Chicago. $75-$175. auditoriumtheatre.org.

Copley Comedy Series: 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Copley Theatre, 8 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Headliner Larry Reeb, featuring Laura Hugg. $22 reserved seats. paramountaurora.com.

Stargazing Party: 8-11:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at Peck Farm Park Orientation Barn, 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva. Fox Valley Astronomical Society hosts a short discussion, then heads outside to discover the stars, sky and planets through their giant telescope. If there's heavy cloud cover, the stargazing will be canceled, but the lecture will be held. No registration required. Free. fvasil.org.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, and 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks display set to popular and special occasion soundtracks. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

Sunday, Aug. 23

Buffalo Grove Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Mike Rylko Park, 951 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. Fresh local food and food-related services. Business-sponsored booths and nonprofit booths will showcase local organizations and businesses. Free. vbg.org/FarmersMarket.

Walneck’s Motorcycle Swap Meet: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at the McHenry County Fairgrounds, 11900 Country Club Road, Woodstock. New and used motorcycle parts of all types and brands, leathers, sewing, jewelry, toys and more. Rain or shine. $10 for 15 and older. walneckswap.com.

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, in a city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

Ride to Thrive Bike for the Kids: 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. 11th annual charity bike ride to support Easterseals  DuPage & Fox Valley. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. with the 7-mile guided ride at 9:30 a.m. Festival is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the program and Jonathan Goers adapted bike presentation at noon. Choose from a 30-mile, 15-mile or chose your own route for $50. Guided family ride is $25. Fest wristband ($10) includes music, food, drinks and family-friendly entertainment. Register: easterseals.com/dfv.

Crystal Lake Farmers Market+ At The Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, 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.

Geneva Concours d’Elegance: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, in downtown Geneva. Classic car enthusiasts showcase an array of antique, classic and modern automobiles. Benefits LivingWell Cancer Resource Center. Free. genevaconcours.net.

Scott Smith’s All Animal Expo: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. Bimonthly show that hosts vendors from the Midwest. $3-$8. allanimalexpo.com.

Those Guys Car Club’s car show fundraiser: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Tree Guys Pizza Pub, 101 E. Irving Park Road, Itasca. Car show benefiting the Christus Victor Lutheran Church Food Pantry. Free for spectators, donations appreciated, $15 to enter a vehicle. Details: thoseguyscarclubeg@hotmail.com or (708) 334-7216. facebook.com/ThoseGuysCarClub.

MAC 40th Anniversary Festival: Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Lakeside Pavilion, 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn. Family-friendly outdoor festival celebrating the McAninch Arts Center turning 40, with music from Sixteen Candles, art activities, food and more. Free. atthemac.org.

Woodstock Family Fun Day: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, on the historic Woodstock Square, 121 W. Van Buren, Woodstock. Trackless kiddie train, balloon animals, petting zoo, inflatables, crafts, activities and more. Food for purchase. Free. woodstockil.gov.

Great Moments in Vinyl: 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 W Campbell St., Arlington Heights. The band pays tribute to Genesis and the solo careers of Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel. $40. metropolisarts.com.

Lockdown 2026: 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Credit Union 1 Arena, 525 S. Racine Ave., Chicago. TNA Wrestling. Tickets start at $26.85. creditunion1arena.com.

Grease Sing-Along: 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at Ravinia Festival, 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. Sing along to the complete 1978 soundtrack and film with onscreen lyrics. $35. ravinia.org.

Jill Scott: 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Chicago Theatre, 175 N. State St., Chicago. “To Whom This May Concern Tour.” Tickets start at $213.90. msg.com.

Monday, Aug. 24

Hinsdale Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, along Chicago Avenue, between Garfield and Washington, Hinsdale. Fresh produce and unique finds. hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-market.

Paws in the Park Day: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Visiting dogs should be social butterflies. Bring proof of up-to-date vaccinations. Dogs must remain on leashes and be accompanied at all times. Sanitation stations will be set up around the park. Parking: $6. cantigny.org.

Music on the Esplanade: 6 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, Aug. 24 and 26, at the Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Monday: June Band; Wednesday: Billy Elton, a tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John. Free with membership or admission. chicagobotanic.org.

U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions: Monday through Sunday, Aug. 24-30, at HITS Lamplight Equestrian Center, 6N940 Dunham Road, Wayne. The U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions showcases the top athletes and horses. hitsshows.com.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

Lombard Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 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, Aug. 25, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Live music and food trucks. Free hands-on demonstrations and classes. napersettlement.org.

Outlaw Festival: 3:20 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, 1300 S. Linn White Drive, Chicago. Willie Nelson, Avett Brothers, Lukas Nelson and more. Tickets start at $24.75. huntingtonbankpavilion.com.

Acoustic Jams in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, at Mount St. Mary Park, off Route 31, St. Charles. Sam Wyatt will perform. Free. stcparks.org.

Deep Purple with special guest Kansas: 6:45 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, at Ravinia Festival, 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. Rock. $60-$124. ravinia.org.

Wednesday, Aug. 26

Elmhurst Farmers Market: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 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. 26, at the southwest corner of Geneva and County Farm roads. Featuring fresh produce and bakery items, specialty foods, handcrafted jewelry, homemade goods. facebook.com/WinfieldFarmMarket.

End of Summer Party: 3-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, in the Parking Lot of The Shops on Elm Place, 585 Elm Place, between First and Seconds Streets, Highland Park. DJ and dancing, food, family-friendly activities, prize giveaways, a bounce house, face painting, balloon art, free samples from The BBQ Pit and more. Free. gilbert-ortho.com.

Highwood Evening Gourmet Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Over 60 vendors and Telstar will perform from 6-9 p.m. Free. celebratehighwood.org.

Cantigny’s Live Music in the Beer Garden: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, Aug. 26-30, 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: Craig Allen, Thursday: Downtown Charlie Brown, Friday: Return 2 Soul, Sunday: The Thomas Linsk Trio (3 p.m.). Included with admission. cantigny.org.

Highland Park After Dark: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at ABC Design Jewelers, 603 Elm Place, Highland Park. Drinks, food, live music by Phil Goldman and Jeff Libman and more. Adults only. Free. abcdesignjewelers.com.

Algonquin’s Shakespeare in the Park: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at the Towne Park band shell, Algonquin. Goodly Creatures Theatre stages the comedy “As You Like It.” Bring chairs, blankets and snacks. Rain date: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2. Free. goodlycreatures.com.

South Elgin Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. Alexandrea Lee Band will perform. Food Truck Wednesdays: 6-8 p.m. Free. southelgin.com/pantonmillpark.

Brandi Carlile: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Ravinia Festival, 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. With special guest I’m With Her. $98-$534. ravinia.org.

“Mean Girls”: 1:30 and 7 p.m. Wednesdays to Fridays, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays, and 1 and 5:30 p.m. Sundays, Aug. 26 to Oct. 11, at Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. The Chicago-area premiere of the Tony-nominated musical based on the Tina Fey film with music by Jeff Richmond and lyrics by Nell Benjamin. Tickets start at $34; pay-what-you-can shows at 7 p.m. Aug. 27 and 2 p.m. Aug. 29. paramountaurora.com.

Bolingbrook Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Roger C. Claar Performing Arts Center, 375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Fortunate Sons will perform. Free. bolingbrook.gov.

Toyota Movie Nights: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. See “Happy Gilmore.” Free; VIP reserved seating available. gallagherway.com.

Grupo Frontera: 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, at Allstate Arena, 6920 Mannheim Road, Rosemont. “Triste Pero Bien C*bron Tour.” Tickets start at $79.05. rosemont.com/allstate.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 9 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 p.m. Saturdays, Aug. 26 through Sept. 5, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Fireworks set to popular music. Free. navypier.org/summer-fireworks.

“Come From Away”: Various times Wednesdays through Sundays, Aug. 26 through Oct. 18, at the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on the true story of the time when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, on Sept. 11, 2001. Tickets start at $78.10. marriotttheatre.com.

Thursday, Aug. 27

Glendale Heights Market: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Veterans Memorial Park, 220 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Shop for food, produce, crafts, and more from locally sourced vendors. ghrec.org.

Roselle French Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Petal Porch, Main and Prospect streets. Outdoor market with fresh produce, artisan goods, specialty foods, and more. bensidounusa.com/roselle/roselle.html.

Wrigleyville Night Market: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago. Vendors offer specialty foods, vintage clothes, crafts, artisanal goods and more, with live music and special offers. Free. gallagherway.com.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, Aug. 27, 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. 27, 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. 27, 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. 27, 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. Soul Sacrifice will perform. facebook.com/pearlstreetmarketmchenry.

Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair: 5-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, on three blocks on Cass Avenue in downtown Westmont. Live music, classic cars, family activities, car clubs, art and market vendors. All makes and models. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights.

Deer Park Summer Concerts: 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park. American English will perform. Free. shopdeerparktowncenter.com.

Downtown Summer Sounds: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, in Fountain Square, Evanston. Jake Sanders Quintet will perform. Free community swing dance lessons from 5:30-6 p.m. Free. downtownevanston.org.

Rock ’N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Food from local restaurants and kids’ activities. Concerts at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Sixteen Candles and Jagged Little Pill will perform with a fireworks finale. Addison Historical Museum open house from 5:30-8 p.m. features a Craft and Vintage Fair. Car show at Green Meadow Shopping Center in spots along Lake Street only. Free. ithappensinaddison.com/events.

Thirsty Thursdays: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Live music, craft beer and beverages and a food vendor. Straight from the Heart will perform. Artisan Market on River Street. Hoof, Woof and Meow Animal Rescue on site with adoptable animals. Wristbands for 21 and older. Bring a lawn chair. Free. eastdundee.net.

Kool and The Gang: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Ravinia Festival, 201 Ravinia Park Road, Highland Park. With special guests Morris Day and The Time and ConFunkShun. $60-$101. ravinia.org.

Rock the Block summer concert series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Block 59, 404 Route 59, Naperville. 7th heaven will perform. Free. Register: theblock59.com/events.

Roselle Concerts on Main: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Petal Plaza, 31 S. Prospect St., Roselle. Live music and food trucks. Beyond the Blonde will perform, with Billy Bricks, Toasty Cheese, D’s Treats. Also on site, Pollyanna Brewery, Lynfred Winery and 1913 Restaurant & Bar. Free. rparks.org.

Thursday Nights Live: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Free concerts in the plaza with food and beverage options from local restaurants. Westend 40 will perform. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Nando De La Gente: En Español: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Chicago Improv, 5 Woodfield Road, Schaumburg. Stand-up comedy. $46.19-$72.15. improv.com/chicago.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Aug. 27-28, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Performances by No Quarter with a musical fireworks display Thursday, Bee Gees Gold and The Wayouts Friday. Free. parkwaybankpark.com.

Shakespeare in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 27-29, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Wheaton College Arena Theater puts on Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” The park opens at 5:30 p.m. with a puppet show at 6:45 p.m. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Free. wheatonparkdistrict.com/events/shakespeare or wheaton.edu/life-at-wheaton/arts.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. The Blooze Brothers will perform. Free. vah.com.

Summer in the Shire Concert: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Village Green, 100 Village Green, Lincolnshire. The Wayouts will perform. Free. lincolnshireil.gov.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. ARRA will perform. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Venardos Circus presents “Alice, Stepping Through the Looking Glass”: 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 11 a.m., 2 and 5 p.m. Saturdays; 2 and 5 p.m. Sundays; and 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 27 through Sept. 13, and 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 7 (Labor Day), at Benedictine University, 5700 College Road, Lisle. A Broadway-style, animal-free circus production. $19.95-$59.95; free for kids younger than 2 if sitting on a parent’s lap. venardoscircus.com.

Dominic Fike: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Aragon Ballroom, 1106 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago. “Comedy Tragedy Parody.” Tickets start at $85.10. aragonballroomchicago.com.

Dylan Carlino’s If I Was A Girl Tour: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27, and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 28-29, at Comedy Vault, 18 E. Wilson St., Batavia. 21 and older. $31.comedyvaultbatavia.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.

“I Love You Because”: 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays (except Sept. 2); 3 and 7 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 13, plus 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, at the Oil Lamp Theater, 1723 Glenview Road, Glenview. A modern musical inspired by Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice.” $34-$55. oillamptheater.org.

“Walking With Giants” exhibit: Through Oct. 18 at the College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the McAninch Arts Center and Cleve Carney Museum of Art, in association with the COD Foundation, host an outdoor, walkable exhibition celebrating American artistic achievement. The exhibition features 10 painted silhouette sculptures, each about 10 feet tall, installed along a walkable route surrounding the MAC. The works honor influential American figures in visual art, music, theater and dance, including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Dolly Parton and Lin-Manuel Miranda, among others. Free. theccma.org.