Festivals: Libertyville Days, Highland Games, Elgin Ribfest & more

This weekend

Friday Funday: 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, June 14, at Vogelei Park, 650 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Bring a picnic, play on the playground or splash on the spray pad. Magician Steve Belliveau will perform. Free. heparks.org.

Life on the Farm House Tour: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Monday, June 14-17, at Kline Creek Farm, 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago. Explore an 1890s farm and tour the farmhouse museum. Tours begin on the hour. Free. dupageforest.org/kline-creek-farm.

Pokemon Go Fest: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday through Sunday, June 14-16, in Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St., Chicago. 300 acres of walking space for "Pokemon Go" trainers to explore. Rare Pokemon may be available. Advance tickets required; attendees may only purchase tickets for one day. $25. pokemongolive.com/events/fest/chicago/onsale.html.

West Chicago's Fun Fridays at the Shell: 11 a.m. to noon Friday, June 14, at The Shell in Reed-Keppler Park, 129 W. National St., West Chicago. Animal Farm will perform a blend of music, educational comedy and storytelling. Bring a lunch. Free. we-goparks.org/the-shell.

Lunchtime Funtime: Noon to 1 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Homola Picnic Shelter in Circle Park, 163 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Mr. Steve "The Master Facilitator of Fun" will perform with music, magic and ballooning. In the event of inclement weather, the event will move to Johnston Recreation Center, 172 S. Circle Ave. Free. bloomingdaleparks.org.

Libertyville Days Festival: 1 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 14; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15; and 1 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Cook Park, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. "Moon Mission, Libertyville Days" celebrates the 50th anniversary of man landing on the moon. Carnival rides, parade, music, arts and crafts, food and a beer garden. Free admission. libciviccenter.org.

Scottish Festival and Highland Games: 1 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 14, and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Hamilton Lakes, 300 Park Blvd., Itasca. The 33rd annual festival features bands, Heather Queen, contests, dance, heavy athletics, children's area, whiskey and spirits tent. Online admission, not including fees, on Friday: $15, $10 for ages 60 or older and active military with ID, and free for kids 12 and younger; Saturday: $25, $20 for seniors and active military, $12 for kids 4-12. Two-day pass: $35, $27 or $12. VIP weekend pass: $130 for ages 21 and older or $240 for a family of four. Admission is higher at the gate. Parking pass: $5 or $8 for two days. scottishfestivalchicago.org.

Puerto Rican Fest of Chicago: 2 to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday, June 14-16, at Humboldt Park, 1301 N. Humboldt Blvd., Chicago. 2019 Daniel R. Ramos Puerto Rican Festival of Chicago. $5 admission. www.eventbrite.com.

Lake Zurich Farmers Market: 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Henry J. Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Market features about 30 vendors. Events include pet rescues, artisans, and a rotating schedule of music acts and children's activities. Free. lakezurich.org.

Cantigny Food Truck Festival: 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Features more than 15 of the area's best food trucks, a local Vendor Village and a concert by the band Final Say. Cantigny's Movie in the Park for this week, "The Goonies," screens at 8:30 p.m. General admission is free; parking is $5. www.eventbrite.com.

Elgin Ribfest: 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 14; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. Music from Hillbilly Rockstarz at 9 p.m. Friday, 7th heaven at 9 p.m. Saturday and Mana tribute band Revolucion de Amor at 5 p.m. Sunday. Ribs, drinks, arts and crafts vendors, kids' activities at the rock 'n' roll kids tent, Elgin Idol Saturday, BGV Motorsports car show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Touch-A-Truck Sunday and more. All ages welcome. Admission is $5 for 10 and older; free for kids younger than 10 with a paying adult. Free admission from 11 a.m. to noon Sunday and for active military, police and firefighters. elginribfest.com/.

Hawthorn Woods Car Show Cruise Night: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 14, in Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Enjoy a night of cars and family fun. Exotic and classic cars are welcome and can compete for "best car." Free. vhw.org.

Naper Nights: 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 14-15, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Music on Friday: School of Rock at 5 p.m., Landslide at 6 p.m. and The Goddesses of Rock at 8 p.m.; Saturday: School of Rock at 5 p.m., The Doors of Chicago at 6 p.m. and Rocks Off at 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. $15; $10 for kids 4-12. napersettlement.org.

Taste of Des Plaines: 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 14, and noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15, by the Metra Station, 1501 Miner St., Des Plaines. Features fare from local restaurants and entertainment on two stages including 7th heaven at 9 p.m. Friday and Creedence Revived at 9 p.m. Saturday. This year, celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock festival with a lineup of tribute artists. The family area offers free activities. Free admission. desplaines.org/tasteofdesplaines.

Flag Day Celebration: 5:30 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Veterans Park, 1300 N. Weiland Road, Buffalo Grove. The Buffalo Grove Police and Fire Departments Honor Guard will present the colors. Speeches and changing the flags will be part of this program. Free hot dogs beginning at 4:45 p.m. Free. bgparks.org.

Downtown Downers Grove Summer Nights Classic Car Show: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Main and Curtiss, Downers Grove. Show features Corvairs, Porsches, VWs and more. Music from Afternoon Logic from 7 to 9 p.m. Free. www.downtowndg.org.

Elk Grove Rotary Fest: 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, June 14; 2 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 15; and 2 to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Rotary Green, 164 Lions Drive, Elk Grove Village. Music from Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press at 9:30 p.m. Friday; 16 Candles at 10 p.m. Saturday; and Chicago Tribute Anthology at 6 p.m. Sunday. Carnival, beer tent, raffles, food vendors, car show, special needs day and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Saturday. Free. elkgroverotaryfest.com.

Vintage Rides Car Show: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 14, on Front Street between Hale Street and Cross in Wheaton. 22nd annual show featuring classic cars, motorcycles and trucks. There will be a DJ spinning tunes. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Hawthorn Woods Concert in the Park: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Second Time Around will perform. Free. www.vhw.org.

Blues on the Fox Festival: 7 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, June 14, and 3 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway St., Aurora. Gates open one hour prior. On Friday, blues guitarist and singer Ana Popovic performs at 7 p.m., and blues legend Taj Mahal Quartet at 9 p.m. On Saturday, Jamiah Rogers at 3 p.m., Chicago blues guitarist Ronnie Baker Brooks at 5 p.m., blues master and guitarist Coco Montoya at 7 p.m., and Robert Randolph and the Family Band at 9 p.m. Tickets cost $20. Free for kids 12 and younger, but must be accompanied by an adult. Bench seating; first come, first served. (630) 896-6666 or riveredgeaurora.com.

Friday's Rock & Roll in Meadows: 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Kimball Hill Park, behind Jewel Shopping Center, Rolling Meadows. Spoken Four will perform. Also features food trucks. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and picnic basket. Free. cityrm.org.

Island Lake Concert in the Park: 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Veterans Park, 316 Island Drive, Island Lake. Second Hand Soul Band will perform. Free. villageofislandlake.com.

Sounds of Summer Main Stage Concert Series: 8 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. The Little Mermen will perform. Bring a picnic and chairs or a blanket. Free. palatineparks.org.

The Dash Through Des Plaines: 8 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at 1500 E. Prairie Ave., Des Plaines. The DASH 5K is race on a USA Track & Field Certified flat course through residential streets. Gear check, water available throughout and refreshments at the finish. Chip timed. Medals will be awarded. Proceeds benefit the Des Plaines Park District Scholarship Funds. $30 preregistration; $35 race day. www.dpparks.org/event/the-dash-5k.

Fishing Derby: 8 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at Twin Lakes Pavilion, 1200 E. Lake Drive, Palatine. Awards and prizes will be given; a tagged fish offers a special prize. Bait available for purchase. Bring your own fishing pole and a bucket for fish. $5 preregistration; $7 day of the event. saltcreek.multisportsystems.com.

Go Green 5K: 8 a.m. 5K, 9 a.m. 1 Mile Family Fun Run Saturday, June 15, at Lions Recreation Center, 411 S Maple St., Mount Prospect. A portion of the registration fees support the Mount Prospect Parks Foundation Tree Campaign. 5K registration is $30; Family Fun Run is $10 per runner. mppd.org/go-green-5k/.

Trash to Treasure Fairs: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Huntley's Town Square. Held in conjunction with the Huntley Farmers Market. Shop for antiques, flea market items, crafts and gently used books and toys. Free. huntley.il.us.

Wheaton French Market: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, in municipal parking lot 3 at Main and Liberty, Wheaton. Family-friendly events feature fresh produce, meats and flowers, live music, foodie treats and gifts, crafts and delicacies from local vendors. Free admission. www.wheatonchamber.com/events.

Antioch Wizards Weekend Day: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Wizards, witches and muggles will gather for the third annual event. Celebrate all things of a magical nature and dress as a favorite character. Registration may be required for some events. Free. (847) 395-2233 or antiochchamber.org.

Earth, Air, Water, and Fire Day: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15, at Grove 25, Busse Woods, Elk Grove Village. Explore the trails of Busse Woods and participate in other activities such as a fishing derby at 9 a.m., casting lessons, kids' tree climb, guided hikes and more. Brookfield Zoo and Shedd Aquarium workers will be on hand with "animal ambassadors" and the Chicago Botanic Garden will offer a composting demo. Free. (847) 519-7674 or District15@CookCountyIL.gov.

Hoffman Estates Fishing Derby: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at South Ridge Lake, Freeman and Mumford roads, Hoffman Estates. Annual Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce Community Fishing Derby. $5 in advance; $8 the day of the event. hechamber.com.

South Elgin Tuna Kahuna: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at Blackhawk Park, 1479 Blackhawk Circle, Elgin. Registration for the 24th annual fishing derby begins at 8 a.m. Open to kids 15 and younger. Participants must bring fishing equipment and be accompanied by an adult. Free. southelgin.com.

Algonquin's Art on the Fox: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. The 12th annual event, at new location, features more than 40 artists, art demos, children's tent and music. Free. artonthefox.com.

Artists on the Bluff Arts Festival: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16, at Village Green, Lake Bluff. The 19th annual Artists on the Bluff 2019 Summer Arts Festival is an independent outdoor art show highlighting local artists, with entertainment, food and a children's crafts tent. Free admission. www.artistsonthebluff.org

Batavia Park District Fishing Derby: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15, at Clark Island Recreation Area, 401 S. River St., Batavia. Bring dad to celebrate Father's Day. Bring gear and a reel. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Brickworld Chicago: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg. 100,000 square feet of creations built from Lego bricks by Lego enthusiasts from around the world, Lego vendors and more. $14, $11 for military and first responders with ID, free for kids 3 and younger. brickworld.com/brickworld-chicago/.

Libertyville Days Parade: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15, starting at the Metra Train Station heading South on Milwaukee Avenue to Rockland Road, Libertyville. Features marching bands, Shriner groups, clowns, horses and more. Free. libciviccenter.org/parade.

Mexican Folkloric Festival: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Cantigny Parade Field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Cantigny Park's first Mexican Folkloric Festival will be a day of family-friendly activities and entertainment celebrating the best of Mexico. Highlights include fine arts and handicrafts, cuisine, traditional dancers and music. Free; parking is $5. cantigny.org/event/mexican-folkloric-festival.

57th annual Midwest Antiquarian Booksellers Association's Book & Paper Fair: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Plumbers Union Hall, 1340 W. Washington Blvd., Chicago. Find collectible books and rare first editions as well as rare maps, leather-bound editions, autographs, broadsides, vintage pulps, magazines, posters and more. Free admission. mwaba.com.

Statewide Kite Fly & Touch-a-Truck: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15, at Springfield Park, 269 Springfield Drive, Bloomingdale. Contests, raffles, crafts and a mass kite launch. Bring your own kite or buy one on-site. Touch-A-Truck features a variety of trucks and vehicles. Parental supervision is required. Free. bloomingdaleparks.org.

Tom's Strawberry Fest: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Tom's Farm, 10214 Algonquin Road, Huntley. Two days of music, entertainment, strawberry picking and food trucks. $6 admission, free for kids 2 and younger. tomsfarmmarket.com/.

Chicago Taco & Tequila Fest: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, in Lincoln Park, Chicago. Variety of tacos and tequila-infused cocktails, margarita flights, tastings, mixologists, art vendors, island bands and DJs. Tequila tastings from 3 to 6 p.m. include 12 tasting tickets and a tasting glass for $40. Designated driver ticket is $10. Must be 21 or older. General admission is $10, which includes one margarita. 21 and older only. eventbrite.com.

Chicago Northwest Family Day: Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Woodfield Mall, 5 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg. Kids can play in the mall's Grand Court at this children's event featuring kids' activities and pictures with mascots. Free. chicagonorthwest.com/family-day.

Pilsen Taco Festival: Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16, at 1000 W. Cermak, Chicago. Family-friendly event celebrates art, diversity and culture. Highlights include tacos from authentic taquerias, food vendors and merchants, bands, stand-up comedians and DJs. Free. pilsentacofest.com.

Round Lake Park Hot Dog Day: 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Bengson Park, Round Lake Park. Face painting, games, clowns and free hot dogs. Free. rlpil.us.

Uncork Illinois! Festival: 1 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Marion Street and North Boulevard, Oak Park. Outdoor festival features wines from 15 Illinois wineries and live jazz music. Tasting Access is $25 or $20 in advance. augusthillwinery.com/event/uncork-illinois-festival.

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights: 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Mount Prospect Train Depot, east commuter parking lot, Northwest Highway and Emerson Street, Mount Prospect. Buicks and Oldsmobiles will be featured. Music from DJ Tony. Sponsored by the Mount Prospect Lions Club. Free. mplions.org/cruise-night.html or facebook.com/BMBCruiseNights.

Elk Grove Rotaryfest Car Show: 3 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Elk Grove High School, 500 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Show car set up at 2 p.m.; cars must be present by 5 p.m. for judging. All makes, models and years welcome. Trophies, music, food and a carnival. Fireworks at approximately 9:30 p.m. Rain date is Sunday, June 16. Proceeds go to the Mead Food Pantry. $20. elkgroverotaryfest.com.

Juneteenth Festival: 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Martin Luther King Park, 42 N. Farnsworth Ave., Aurora. Juneteenth celebrates the freedom and legacy of African-Americans with stories, food, entertainment, music, talent show, moon jumps, basketball tournament, games and activities for the whole family. Free. www.enjoyaurora.com.

Saturday Cruise Nights: 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Hanover Park Metra West Commuter Lot, Hanover Park. See classic, muscle and newer model cars. With live music. Free. hpil.org.

Hobo Night: 6 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Blackhawk Station at the Jon Duerr Forest Preserve, 35W003 Route 31, South Elgin. Fox River Trolley Museum offers a train ride, food and a visit to a "hobo camp" for stories of hobo travel from the Great Depression and a bit of history. $16.50. foxtrolley.org.

Lombard Cruise Nights: 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 15, along St. Charles Road in Lombard. Features classic and custom cars along with music and a Kids Corner at Park and St. Charles. Free. villageoflombard.org.

Solstice Hop & Vine Fest: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Meineke Park, 220 E. Weathersfield Way, Schaumburg. Celebrate summer with a selection of wines, brews and food. Proceeds benefit the Schaumburg Park Foundation. $30. schaumburgparkfoundation.org/solstice.

Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the Mount Prospect Train Depot, Northwest Highway and Emerson Street, Mount Prospect. Features fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and more. Free. mplions.org.

Geneva French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 16, in downtown Geneva. Vendors at this open-air market sell vegetables, fruits, flowers, oils, cheeses, tea, baked goods, pasta, homemade soaps, apparel and art. Operated by Bensidoun USA. Free admission. www.geneva.il.us/calendar.aspx?EID=2064.

Viking Midsummer Festival and Swedish Day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Drive, Geneva. Features Viking ship tours, storytelling, craft demonstrations, kids' games, arts and crafts fair, Scandinavian food, maypole celebration, music, carnival games and more. $10; free for kids 12 and younger. goodtemplarpark.org.

Father's Day Barbecue at Blackberry Farm: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Treat dad to a special day including a barbecue lunch and the Father's Day Fishing Derby. All ticket sales are final. $20. (630) 892-1550 foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

Father's Day Trolley Rides: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the Fox River Trolley Museum, 361 S. La Fox St., South Elgin. Fathers, stepdads and grandfathers can ride the museum's trolleys for free with a paid child's fare. Other fares are $5 for adults, $3 for seniors 65 and older, $2 for kids 3-11 and free for kids younger than 3. All-day passes are $8. (847) 697-4676 or foxtrolley.org.

Garfield Farm Museum drop-in tours: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday, June 16 and 19, at Garfield Farm Museum, 3N016 Garfield Road, Campton Hills. Tour the historic farmstead, including the barnyard and the 1846 brick tavern. $3-$4. garfieldfarm.org.

Cantigny Park outdoor concert series: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Mississippi Heat with Lurrie Bell will perform. Free; parking is $10. cantigny.org.

Mundelein Summer Concert Series: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Kracklauer Park, 116 N. Lake St., Mundelein. Heartache Tonight will perform. Free. (847) 949-3200.

Sounds of Summer Concerts: 5 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Mellencougar will perform. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Coolers are allowed; no outside alcohol permitted. Concessions are available for purchase. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

This week

Monday Night Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 17, at Veteran's Memorial Bandshell, Lions Park, 411 S. Maple St., Mount Prospect. Mount Prospect Community Band performs. Grab a blanket or lawn chair. If it rains, the concert will move indoors. Monday is Summerfest. Free. mppd.org.

Geneva Swedish Days: Tuesday through Sunday, June 18-23, at Third and State streets, downtown Geneva. Check website for event times. Celebrating 70 years, the fest features music, a carnival, Kids' Day fun, Sweden Väst, Geneva's Got Talent competition, multiethnic food booths, 5K Lopp Run at 7:30 a.m. Saturday and the Grand Parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. Music from Planet Groove at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20; Semple at 7 p.m. Friday, June 21; and ARRA at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 22. Free. genevachamber.com.

Summer Concert Series for the Kids: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, at North School Park, North Evergreen Avenue and East Eastman Street, Arlington Heights. Miss Jamie's Farm will perform. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Alcohol and dogs are not allowed. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be canceled. Free. ahpd.org.

Broken Oar's Car and Bike Show: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Broken Oar, 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington. Bring your custom and classic cars, trucks and bikes; all makes and models. Hosted by Steve Salzman of 95.1 WILL Rock. Free gifts for entries. Free. www.brokenoar.com/events.

Wauconda Cruise Night: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at 101 N. Main St., Wauconda. Family-friendly; free to cruisers and spectators. Free. waucondacruisenight.com.

Bloomingdale Concerts: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Old Town Park, 111 Third St., Bloomingdale. Sealed With A Kiss plays arena-style pop rock. Free. bloomingdaleparks.org.

Downers Grove Park District Summer Concert Series: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, on Grove Street in Downers Grove. Music, food, wine and beer available for purchase starting at 6 p.m. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, food and nonalcoholic beverages. Free admission. www.dgparks.org.

Elgin Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Wing Park Bandshell, 1000 Wing Park, Elgin. Voices will perform classic rock. Refreshments and popcorn will be sold by nonprofits. Free. cityofelgin.org.

Libertyville Concerts in the Plaza: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. De Hurricane will perform. $10 per car. lcfpd.org.

Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, and Thursday, June 20, at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton. Jazz Night with Elmhurst College professor Doug Beach on Tuesday; Family Night with a Literary Concert on Thursday. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Lake in the Hills Outdoor Movie Series: Dusk Tuesday, June 18, at Lake in the Hills Airport, 8397 Pyott Road, Lake in the Hills. See the animated movie "Ralph Breaks the internet." Blankets, chairs and nonalcoholic refreshments are welcome. Concessions will be available. Parking is first-come, first-served. Free. lith.org.

Illinois Battle of the Bands: 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, in the Lions Park band shell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary. Local bands will compete and headline during the Cary Park District's Summer Concert Series. The top band also gets an opportunity to play at a regional competition. Free. Entry forms at carypark.com.

Highwood's Evening Market: 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Everts Park, 130 Highwood Ave., Highwood. Enjoy dinner and cocktails while exploring more than 60 vendors and listening to live music. Shop for locally made cheeses, produce, pastas, baked fare, breads, pastries, and an array of Italian, Mexican, French and Irish delicacies. Features food from local restaurants, food trucks and cocktails. Railheart will perform. Family- and pet-friendly. Free admission. (847) 433-2100 or www.celebratehighwood.org/highwood-evening-gourmet-market.

Elmhurst Block to Block Party: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19. John Weston Trio performs at the City Centre Fountain Plaza, York and Schiller streets, and Rocks Off plays the North York Plaza, 200 block of North York, Elmhurst. Free. elmhurstcitycentre.com.

Aurora's Wednesdays at the Plaza: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Millennium Plaza, 21 S. Stolp Ave., Aurora. Summer concert series along the Fox River with food trucks. The instructors and dancers of AKA Dance will perform. Free. auroradowntown.org/millennium-plaza/.

Cary Cruise Nights: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at West Main Street and Jandus Road off Route 14, Cary. Theme is Pontiacs, Buicks, GTOs and Oldsmobiles. Free. carygrovechamber.com.

Church of the Holy Spirit Family Fest: 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, June 19-20; 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 21; 4:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 22; and 1:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 23, at Church of the Holy Spirit, 1451 W. Bode Road, Schaumburg. Entertainment, carnival rides, nightly Bingo with cash prizes, food and beverage court. Free admission. chsfamilyfest.com.

MainStreet Libertyville's Car Fun on 21: 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Milwaukee and Church streets, Libertyville. Vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles 25 years and older will be on display. Food and music. Free. mainstreetlibertyville.org.


Addison Park District's Movies in the Park: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Community Park, 120 E. Oak St., Addison. "Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse" starts at 8 p.m. Concessions available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the gym. Free. addisonparks.org

Jazz in the Park: 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. Concert by the Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble. No alcohol. Free. gepark.org.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 to 8:30 Wednesday, June 19, at Lehmann Mansion, 485 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lake Villa. American English will perform. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and coolers. Food and beverages available for purchase. Free admission. lake-villa.org or lindenhurstparks.org.

River Rhapsody Concert Series: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at the Batavia Riverwalk, 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band will perform. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Summer Concert Series for the Family: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at North School Park, North Evergreen Avenue and East Eastman Street, Arlington Heights. Cadillac Groove will perform. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Alcohol and dogs are not allowed. In case of inclement weather, concerts are canceled. Free. ahpd.org.

Summer Concerts in the Park: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at McCullough Park, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora. Centerfold will perform. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

Summer in Lilacia Park: 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Lilacia Park, 150 S. Park Ave., Lombard. Screening of "Trolls." Free. lombardparks.com.

Rotary GroveFest: Noon to 10:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, June 20-23, along Main Street, Downers Grove. Carnival, food and business booths, beer garden and music stage in the library parking lot off Forest Avenue. Car show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday on Warren Avenue. Free admission. rotarygrovefest.com.

SJC Family Fest 2019: 5 to 10:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20; 5 p.m. to midnight Friday, June 21; 2 p.m. to midnight Saturday, June 22; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 23, at St. John of the Cross Parish, 5005 S. Wolf Road, Western Springs. Carnival, food, entertainment and more. Music from Billy Elton at 8 p.m. Thursday, Wedding Banned at 8 p.m. Friday, Freddy Jones Band at 9 p.m. Saturday and Cirrus Falcon at 5 p.m. Sunday. Mega carnival passes for unlimited rides for all four days are available for $50 in advance or $65 after June 18. Free. www.sjcfest.com.

Rock 'n Wheels: 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Village Green, east of Village Hall, 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Features food, music and a bike and car cruise night. Performances by Rick Lindy and The Wild Ones at 6:30 p.m. and Sha Na Na at 7:30 p.m. Also craft and vintage fair and open house in conjunction with the Historical Museum. Free kids rides. Free admission. ithappensinaddison.com.

West Fest Tonight: 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 20; 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, June 21; 2 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 22; and 2 to 10 p.m. Sunday, June 23, at Maine West High School, 1755 S. Wolf Road, Des Plaines. Carnival rides, games, food and entertainment. Presented by the Maine West Athletic Boosters. Free admission. www.dpparks.org/event/west-fest.

Lake Forest Concerts in the Square: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at 256 Market Square, Lake Forest. Music from Rhythm Rockets, food and family activities. Sponsored by Lake Forest Parks and Recreation. Free. www.cityoflakeforest.com.

Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, in the gazebo at Prairie Path and Spring Road, Elmhurst. Lake Effect will perform. No alcohol. Free. springroad.com/our-events.

Sounds of Summer Towne Square Spotlights: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. The Ken Spurr Youth Jazz Ensemble will perform. Pack a picnic and bring lawn chairs or a blanket. Free. palatineparks.org.

Cary Summer Concert Series: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Lions Park band shell, 1200 Silver Lake Road, Cary. The Hat Guys will perform. Free. carypark.com.

Dundee Township Park District Concert in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Grafelman Park, 4th and Main streets, West Dundee. ECC Concert Band will perform. In case of bad weather, the event will be at Rakow Center, 665 Barrington Ave., Carpentersville. Free. dtpd.org.

Live & Uncorked: 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Libido Funk Circus will perform. Bring a blanket, picnic basket and beer or wine for outdoor concerts. $5. Purchase tickets online at foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

Rockin' in the Park 2019 Free Summer Concert Series: 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. The Rush Tribute Project will perform. Food and beverage tents on the park's great lawn and a musical fireworks display after the show. Free. www.rosemont.com/thepark/entertainment/rockin-in-the-park-2019.

St. Charles Park District Concerts in the Park: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Lincoln Park, Main and Fifth streets, St. Charles. Ethan Bell Band will perform. In the event of rain, the concert will be canceled. Free. stcparks.org.

Summers Sounds on the Green: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Village Green Amphitheater, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Centerfold will perform. Bring a picnic, chairs or blanket. Seating is first come, first served. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com.

Thursday Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Veteran's Memorial Bandshell in Lions Park, 411 S. Maple St., Mount Prospect. 7th heaven will perform. Family entertainment and concessions available. Concert will move indoors in case of rain. Free. mppd.org.

Mundelein Parks and Recreation District's Movie in the Park: 8 to 10 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Community Park, 1401 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. "Wonder Park" will be screened. Bring blankets and snacks. In the event of rain, the movie will be shown in the Dunbar Recreation Center gym. Free. mundeleinparks.org.

Warrenville Summer Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Cerny Park, 28W415 Forestview Drive, Warrenville. Screening of "The Greatest Showman." Free. warrenvilleparks.org.