Cook County Entertainment
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Play American trivia at Des Plaines Public LibraryJul 03, 2026 9:32 am - The Des Plaines Public Library will host a trivia contest all about the U.S. on July 17.
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Barrington History Museum hosts patriotic programs for America’s 250thJul 02, 2026 11:34 pm - Barrington History Museum celebrates America's 250th anniversary with special programs July 2-4, featuring musicians Chris Vallillo performing Lincoln songs and Stephen Foster music, plus historian Steve Duchrow presenting Carl Sandburg's Lincoln portrait.
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Blackhawks anthem singer Jim Cornelison named grand marshal for Barrington’s Fourth of July ParadeJul 02, 2026 11:14 pm - The Barrington Fourth of July celebration features Chicago Blackhawks anthem singer Jim Cornelison as parade grand marshal, who then will perform patriotic songs at noon.
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Rosie and the Rivets to perform at outdoor concert in Elgin July 16Jul 02, 2026 2:37 pm - Rosie and the Rivets will bring their retro rock and roll tribute show to the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Reserve outdoor amphitheater at 899 Jay Street in Elgin at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 16.
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‘Not just for golfers’: Bar and food truck offer something new at historic golf course in ElginJul 02, 2026 12:44 pm - Chip Shots Golf and Whiskey Bar recently opened as part of the new $4.3 million, 9,600-square-foot clubhouse at the Wing Park Golf Course in Elgin. A permanent food truck outside offers elevated takes on classic handhelds, while the inside houses state-of-the-art golf and sports simulators and a full-service bar.
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Enjoy free screening of ‘Project Hail Mary’ in WheelingJul 02, 2026 7:38 am - Science-fiction fans can head to the Indian Trails Public Library in Wheeling on July 24 for a free showing of the hit movie “Project Hail Mary.”
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Yacht Rockettes to play Des Plaines park on July 30Jul 02, 2026 7:36 am - A cover band called the Yacht Rockettes will perform July 30 in Des Plaines.
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Family of violinists to be featured in Sinfonietta DuPage’s Summer ConcertJul 02, 2026 1:59 am - The Sinfonietta DuPage will present a summer concert on July 21 at Peace Church in Lombard, featuring the Arias/Kim family of violinists performing Vivaldi's Concerto for Three Violins and Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 4.
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Historic American flag returns to public view at Arlington Heights museumJul 01, 2026 4:55 pm - A 19th century flag with deep roots in Arlington Heights history has been restored and is on display at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum.
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Kids invited to dance at Des Plaines Public LibraryJul 01, 2026 12:18 pm - The Des Plaines Public Library will hold a dance party for young patrons Friday.