Festivals and Fairs
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St. Charles celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with July 4th concert, displaysJun 20, 2026 12:01 am - St. Charles will celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a free patriotic band concert by the Fox Valley Concert Band on July 4 on 1st Street Plaza downtown, with limited seating available.
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Have a blast: Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, festivals and more in the suburbsJun 19, 2026 4:04 pm - As the Fourth of July approaches, so do themed events throughout the suburbs, including festivals, parades, fireworks displays, walks and runs, concerts and more. Here’s where and when you can celebrate.
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As Juneteenth is celebrated across the US, Obama's presidential center opens in Chicago
Jun 19, 2026 8:38 am - As people gather across the U.S. to celebrate Juneteenth on Friday, former President Barack Obama's presidential center will open its doors to the public for the first time.
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Wheaton celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with Field of Honor, Independence Day events, and community eventsJun 18, 2026 5:27 pm - Wheaton Park District’s celebration of America's 250th anniversary includes the Field of Honor with 2,000 flags at Seven Gables Park (June 29-July 4), a fireworks and drone show on July 3, and the traditional Independence Day Parade July 4, along with summer activities including mini golf tournaments, museum exhibits, and family fun nights.
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A ‘quintessential American town’: New Glen Ellyn volunteer organization plans July 4th celebration, new drone showJun 17, 2026 6:32 pm - Glen Ellyn is one of those towns that does Fourth of July right. A new, entirely volunteer group is organizing an amped-up celebration for America’s 250th year.
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Swedish Days returns to Geneva with music, food, 5K and moreJun 17, 2026 4:50 pm - Traditional events combine with new attractions at the 76th annual Swedish Days festival in Geneva, which opens Wednesday, June 24.
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Enjoy rides, food, fun and more at Libertyville DaysJun 17, 2026 2:00 pm - With the theme "Stars, Stripes and Libertyville Nights," the annual Libertyville Days Festival returns through Sunday, June 21, in downtown Libertyville.
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Arlington Heights to host first drone show July 2Jun 17, 2026 10:08 am - Arlington Heights will host a 400-drone synchronized light show on July 2, serving as a replacement of sorts for the traditional fireworks show that had long been held at the Arlington Park racetrack before its closure in 2021.
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Things to do June 19-25: Naper Nights, Libertyville Days, Taste of Des Plaines, Blues on the Fox and moreJun 16, 2026 10:21 am - Mark your calendar for Naper Nights, Libertyville Days, Taste of Des Plaines, Wood Dale Prairie Fest, Blues on the Fox, Downers Grove Rotary GroveFest and more.
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Huntley American Legion hosts 10th annual Vet Fest to support veterans programsJun 16, 2026 12:33 am - Huntley American Legion hosts its 10th annual Vet Fest on June 20, featuring live music from The Blooze Brothers, Bucket Number 6, and LP Vinyl, with proceeds supporting veteran organizations.