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Festivals Aug. 2-8: McHenry County Fair, World of Faeries, Taste of Roselle, Lollapalooza & more

This weekend

McHenry County Fair: 10 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday, Aug. 2-3, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at the McHenry County Fairgrounds, 11900 Country Club Drive, Woodstock. Livestock shows, agricultural and 4-H exhibits, entertainment tent with live music, carnival rides, food, tractor pulls, demolition derby and more. Ted Nugent performs Saturday. Daily admission is $5-$8; free for kids 5 and younger. www.mchenrycountyfair.com.

Lollapalooza: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Aug. 2-4, in Grant Park, 337 E. Randolph St., Chicago. Performances by dozens of bands each day, including Childish Gambino, Janelle Monáe and Death Cab For Cutie on Friday; Twenty One Pilots, Lil Wayne and Tenacious D on Saturday; and Ariana Grande, Flume and Meek Mill on Sunday. Tickets start at $130 for one day. www.lollapalooza.com.

MainStreet Libertyville's Lunch in the Park: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Cook Park, Libertyville. School of Rock will perform. Food vendors and a children's entertainment tent featuring bubbles, face painting and games. Free. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

West Chicago's Fun Fridays at the Shell: 11 a.m. to noon Friday, Aug. 2, at The Shell in Reed-Keppler Park, 129 W. National St., West Chicago. Ken Schultz - The Flying Fool will perform. Kids' entertainment series; bring a lunch. Free. we-goparks.org/the-shell.

Lunchtime Funtime: Noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Homola Picnic Shelter in Circle Park, 163 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Children's entertainment: Dale Obrochta will perform. In the event of inclement weather, the event will move to the Johnston Recreation Center, 172 S. Circle Ave. Free. bloomingdaleparks.org.

Sounds of Summer Friday Family Picnic Concert: Noon Friday, Aug. 2, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. Jim Gill will perform. Pack a picnic and bring lawn chairs or a blanket. Free. palatineparks.org.

Warrenville Summer Daze: 12:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, and 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at 28W701 Stafford Place, Route 56 and Batavia Road, Warrenville. Entertainment, carnival, vendors, face painting and more. Music from Sixteen Candles at 9 p.m. Friday and Country Tribute Artists at 9 p.m. Saturday. Car show, featuring 23 classes with three awards in each class, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, with registration at 8 a.m. and awards at 3:30 p.m. Free. www.warrenvillesummerdaze.com.

Lake Zurich Farmers Market: 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Henry J. Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Market features about 30 vendors, plus pet rescues, artisans and a rotating schedule of music and children's activities. Free. lakezurich.org.

Brookfield Zoo's Summer Nights: 5 to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 2-3, at Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. Music, kids' entertainment, food, beer and wine garden, animal encounters, a laser light show and more. $15.95-$21.95 zoo general admission fee; free for members. czs.org.

Festa Italiana Naperville: 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Features two stages of live entertainment, Zoppé Italian Family Circus and “Tony n' Tina's Wedding” at 1:30 p.m. Saturday ($25). $15 for one day, $25 for three days. www.eventbrite.com.

La Grange Endless Summerfest Festival: 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2; 1 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3; and 1 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, in Gordon Park, Tilden and Ogden avenues, La Grange. Music from Maggie Speaks at 8 p.m. Friday, Infinity at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sixteen Candles at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Carnival rides and games, classic car show and a free fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Sunday. $5-$30, free for kids 12 and younger. lagrangefest.com.

Mane Event: 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Vail and Campbell streets, Arlington Heights. Entertainment, food and drinks, business expo and kids' activities. Free admission. www.vah.com.

  Patrick Blankenship of Carol Stream checks out a vintage Plymouth Fury police cruiser before last year's Emergency Vehicle Lights and Sirens Parade during North Aurora Days. Patrick Kunzer/pkunzer@dailyherald.com, 2018

North Aurora Days: 5 p.m. to midnight Friday, Aug. 2; 8 a.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 3; and 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Clock Tower Plaza (Randall Road and Oak Street) and other locations, North Aurora. Annual festival features music, beer and wine tent, Run for the Riverfront 5K/10K races at Mooseheart, carnival rides, fishing derby, Touch-a-Truck and more. Kicks off Friday with Emergency Vehicle Parade at 6:30 p.m.; fireworks at 9:45 p.m. Saturday; and a pet parade at noon Sunday. Free. www.northauroradays.org.

Odd Fellows Rock The Fox Music Fest: 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3; and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Carpenter Park, off Maple Avenue, Carpentersville. Hosted by Odd Fellows of Century Lodge 492, the annual event features music, carnival, food, product vendors, beer garden and more. Free. www.centurylodge492il.org.

  See cultural performances this weekend at the Destination Asia Festival held at the Morton Arboretum in Lisle. Mark Welsh/mwelsh@dailyherald.com, 2018

Destination Asia Festival: 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3-4, at Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle. Explore the diverse cultures of Asia through music, dance, food and more. $10-$15. www.mortonarb.org.

Downtown Downers Grove Summer Nights Classic Car Show: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Main and Curtiss, Downers Grove. Features cars that are at least 25 years old and entertainment from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Main Street Train Station. Free. downtowndg.org.

Fridays on the Green: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Centennial Green, Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. Zydeco Voodoo will perform. Bring chairs or blankets. Free parking in the Emerson Street Garage at Village Hall. Free. experiencemountprospect.org.

  The Coon Creek Country Days festival features rides and more this weekend in Hampshire. Patrick Kunzer/pkunzer@dailyherald.com, 2018

Hampshire Coon Creek Country Days: 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, Aug. 2; 1 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 3; and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Veteran's Park, off State Street, Hampshire. Bands, craft show, radio broadcast, carnival, parade, beer garden, corn boil, petting zoo and more. Barbecue cook-off at 2:30 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Saturday. Pancake breakfast and 36th annual Coon Creek Classic 2K/10K will be held Sunday at Hampshire Middle School. Parade at noon Sunday. Free admission. www.hcccd.com.

MainStreet Libertyville's First Friday: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, on Main Street in Libertyville. Music, refreshments while shopping, special discounts and more. Free. maintstreetlibertyville.org.

Taste of Roselle: 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3; and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Main Street, between Roselle Road and Park Street, Roselle. 38th annual festival features food, entertainment, carnival, bingo tent and craft fair. Music from Pitchy and the 44s at 9:15 p.m. Friday, Voyage at 9:30 p.m. Saturday and Black Bolt at 6 p.m. Sunday. Free. www.roselle.il.us.

Vintage Rides Car Show: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, on Front Street between Hale Street and Cross in Wheaton. 22nd annual show features classic cars, motorcycles and trucks, plus a DJ spinning tunes. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Hawthorn Woods Concert in the Park: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Magic Frank Blues Band will perform. Free. www.vhw.org.

Dundee Township Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Grafelman Park, 112 N. 5th St., West Dundee. Saturday June Band will perform. Free. www.dtpd.org.

The Greatest Piano Men concert: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, at Lakeside Pavilion at College of DuPage's McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. Donnie Kehr is joined by Greg Ransom and Pete Peterkin to celebrate Elton John, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, Beethoven, Liberace and more. Free. atthemac.org.

Shopping Cart Shuffle 5K: 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Mallard Lake Forest Preserve, Hanover Park. Chip-timed, family-friendly 5K run/walk to help feed hungry neighbors. Registration is $25-$50. www.neighborhoodfp.org.

Downers Grove Fishing Derby: 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Patriots Park/Barth Pond, 55th and Grand, Downers Grove. Reel in three hours of family fun at the annual Fishing Derby, sponsored by Downers Grove Moose Lodge, Rod and Gun Club and Downers Grove Park District. Prizes awarded. Fishing license is required for participants 16 and older. Free. www.dgparks.org.

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

Big Trucks: 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Ron Beese Park, 50 Rotary Drive, Barrington. Fire engines, garbage trucks, tow trucks and more will be on hand. Learn about trucks, watch demonstrations and climb behind the wheel. Compete in Big Wheel races, ride the trackless train and jump on the inflatables. Free. www.barringtonparkdistrict.org.

Art at the Glen: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3-4, at The Glen Town Center, 2030 Tower Drive, Glenview. Features a wide variety of art, music from Cirrus Falcon and food. Free. amdurproductions.com/event/art-at-the-glen-2019/.

Addison Park District Touch-a-Truck and Kids' Toys and Outdoor Garage Sale: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 3, in Centennial Park, 1776 W. Centennial Place, Addison. Features a fire truck, police car, tractor, school bus and others, with visits by Addison police and fire personnel. Free. addisonparks.org.

Bristol Renaissance Faire: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Aug. 3-4, off I-94, at 12550 120th Ave., Kenosha, Wisconsin. Step back in time to the 16th century for period food, music, dancing, rides, marketplace of wares, shows and more. Single-day tickets are $11.50-$29.95 at the gate; free for kids 4 and younger. (847) 395-7773 or renfair.com/bristol/.

Festival of the Arts: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3-4, at Cook Park, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. The 39th annual outdoor art festival will feature up to 75 artists, music, children's activities and food vendors. Free admission. www.adlercenter.org.

The World of Faeries Festival: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Vasa Park, 35W217 Route 31, South Elgin. The 15th annual weekend celebration of all things magical and fairy showcases music, shopping and family activities. No pets. $15 at the gate (cash only); $8 seniors 65 and older; free for ages 12 and younger; $2 discount for online tickets. theworldoffaeries.com.

Community Church of Rolling Meadows' Cornfest and Craft Fair: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Community Church of Rolling Meadows, 2720 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. 63rd annual fair features all-you-can-eat corn, kids' activities, music and more. $4-$13. www.communitychurchrm.com.

Art and Soul on the Fox: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3-4, at Riverside Drive Promenade and Elgin ArtsSpace gallery, Elgin. 11th annual show featuring canvas, sculpture, photography, jewelry, ceramics and fiber art. Free. www.elginartandsoul.com.

Addison Build-a-Boat Contest: Noon to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Centennial Center pool, 1776 W. Centennial Place, Addison. In honor of National Coast Guard Day, design and build a human-powered cardboard boat capable of racing 50 yards. All boats are to be designed and built prior to the day of the race. Boats may be powered by canoe or kayak paddles or muscle power. $6-$8. Register at addisonparks.org.

Chicago Brewing District's Dancing in the Streets: Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3-4, on Hubbard Street between Paulina and Wood, Chicago. Features jam bands, local makers and artisans, local food, family activities and craft beer from the Chicago Brewing District brewers. Free; $5 optional donation. www.dancinginthestreetschicago.com.

Kane County Flea Market: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. Up to 1,000 dealers display and sell antiques and collectibles indoors and outside. A country breakfast will be served on Sunday. $5 for adults; free for kids 12 and younger. www.kanecountyfair.com/Events.

Libertyville's MainSweet Dessert Walk: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, starting at Cook Park, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Pick up a ticket and a map at the MainStreet tent. Stroll around the downtown sampling tasty desserts. $15 to sample all desserts. www.mainstreetlibertyville.org.

  Check out a variety of eats at Taste of Arlington Heights Saturday, Aug. 3. Christopher Placek/cplacek@dailyherald.com, 2018

Taste of Arlington Heights: Noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Campbell Street and Vail Avenue, Arlington Heights. Hosted by the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce and the village of Arlington Heights, the event includes entertainment, a business expo, and food and drinks. Free. business.arlingtonhcc.com.

Wheaton Brew Fest: Noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton. Annual outdoor craft beer fest features brews, entertainment and food from Wheaton restaurants. Fool House performs at 2:30 p.m. For ages 21 and older. A portion of proceeds benefits CASA. VIP admission for $75 at noon; designated driver VIP is $35. General admission is $50; designated driver is $20. wheatonparkdistrict.com.

Deer Park Jazz & Wine Festival: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park. Enjoy wine and jazz performances in an outdoor setting. Open to all ages. Free admission. www.shopdeerparktowncenter.com.

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights: 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Mount Prospect Train Depot, east commuter parking lot, at the corner of Northwest Highway and Emerson Street, Mount Prospect. View classic cars; themed nights each week. Sponsored by the Mount Prospect Lions Club. Free admission. facebook.com/BMBCruiseNights.

Summer Nights Car Show and Motorsport Experience: 4 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Music, car show, drift show, stunt shows, burnout competition, low car limbo and more. $40. lcfair.com.

Chicago Bears Family Fest: 4:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago. Enjoy a team scrimmage, family activities, fireworks and more. Parking lots open at 3 p.m. Stadium activities begin at 5 p.m. $10. www.chicagobears.com

Saturday Cruise Nights: 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Hanover Park Metra West Commuter Lot. See classic, muscle and newer model cars. With live music. Free. hpil.org.

Lombard Cruise Nights: 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, along St. Charles Road in Lombard. Features classic and custom cars along with concerts and a Kids Corner at Park and St. Charles. Free. villageoflombard.org.

Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Mount Prospect Train Depot, Northwest Highway and Emerson Street, Mount Prospect. Features fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and more. Free. mplions.org.

Garfield Farm Museum Antique Tool Show and Sale: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Garfield Farm Museum, 3N016 Garfield Road, Campton Hills. Members of the Midwest Tool Collectors Association and the Early American Industries Association display, trade and sell antique and collectible tools. $6; $3 for kids younger than 13. (630) 584-8485 or www.garfieldfarm.org.

Geneva French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, in downtown Geneva. Vendors at this open air market sell vegetables, fruits, flowers, oils, cheeses, tea, baked goods, pasta and homemade soaps. Free admission. www.geneva.il.us/calendar.aspx

Hanover Park Car and Motorcycle Show: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at the Hanover Park Metro Station parking lot, 1975 W. Lake St., Hanover Park. At least 200 cars and motorcycles are expected at the show. Free. www.hpil.org.

Country Fest 2019: 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at St. Mary's of the Annunciation, 1979 Manor Lane, Mundelein. Food, hay rides, kids' games, music, bags, antique vehicles and more. Free admission. Adult meal ticket: $10; kids' meal ticket: $5. www.stmaryfc.org.

Garfield Farm Museum drop-in tours: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday, Aug. 4 and 7, at Garfield Farm Museum, 3N016 Garfield Road, Campton Hills. Tour the historic farmstead, including the barnyard and 1846 brick tavern. $3-$4. garfieldfarm.org.

Cantigny Park outdoor concert series: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Dancing Queen, an ABBA Tribute, will perform. Free; parking is $10. cantigny.org.

Lake Zurich Taste of the Towns: 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Local food and beverage vendors serve samples from their menus, plus entertainment and kids' activities. There is a charge for food; fees start at $3. www.lzacc.com.

Mundelein Summer Concert Series: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Kracklauer Park, 116 N. Lake St., Mundelein. Free concert. (847) 949-3200 or www.mundelein.org.

Sounds of Summer Concerts: 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Rico will perform. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Coolers are allowed; no outside alcohol is permitted. Concessions will be available for purchase. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

This week

Naperville Night Out Against Crime: 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, and 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at various locations in Naperville. Monday features swimming, games, giveaways and entertainment at Centennial Beach, 500 W. Jackson Ave. Tuesday features cookouts, block parties and neighborhood walks. Last year, more than 35 Naperville neighborhoods participated. See website for details and suggested donations. www.naperville.il.us.

StoryWalk at the Shell: 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at The Shell in Reed-Keppler Park, 129 W. National St., West Chicago. Story-related activities unfold as you walk along a path lined with laminated pages from the chosen picture books. In August, “We Don't Eat Our Classmates” by Ryan T. Higgins. Free. www.we-goparks.org/the-shell.

Broken Oar's Car and Bike Show: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 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; prizes awarded at season finale show. Free. www.brokenoar.com/events

National Night Out in Buffalo Grove: 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove. Music, business expo, picnic in the park, inflatables, face painting, Buffalo Grove fire and police department displays and giveaways. Free hot dogs, chips and drinks (while supplies last). Free admission. www.vbg.org.

Itasca Night Out: 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at various Itasca venues including the library, municipal complex, fire station and more. Entertainment, free raffle, bingo, appetizers, DUI course, police department tours, Touch-a-Truck, face painting and free waterpark entry. Free. www.itascaparkdistrict.com.

Wood Dale Police Night Out: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Wood Dale City Hall, 404 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale. Free. www.wooddale.com.

Oak Brook-Hinsdale National Night Out: 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Central Park, 1450 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook. Activities for all ages, including Touch-A-Truck with police vehicles, bike safety station, K-9 Unit demonstration, music, police activities, food and community vendors. Burger Battle hosted by Weber Grill Lombard. Free. www.obparks.org.

Warrenville National Night Out: 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Cerny Park, Forestview and River road, Warrenville. Hosted by the Warrenville Police Department, it features Touch-A-Truck, magician, face painter, clowns, inflatables, free food and drawings for prizes. Free. www.warrenville.il.us.

National Night Out in Mount Prospect: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Lions Memorial Park Veterans Memorial Band Shell, 411 S. Maple St., Mount Prospect. The Mount Prospect Police Department and the Park District sponsor the village's National Night Out, featuring music, emergency vehicles and more. Free. mppd.org.

Bloomingdale National Night Out Against Crime: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Circle Park and the Oasis, 172 S. Circle Ave., Bloomingdale. Open swim, food from 5:30 to 7 p.m., games, prizes and music. Registration required for Heroes vs. Half-Pints from 7 to 8:15 p.m., and Wiffle Ball Classic from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Free. www.bloomingdaleparks.org.

Carol Stream National Night Out: 6 p.m. to dusk Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Community Park, 750 Thornhill Drive, Carol Stream. Free. www.csparks.org.

Lake Forest Day: 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at West Park, Lake Forest. Carnival rides, music, food and refreshments. 5K Fun Run at 7 a.m. Wednesday at Deerpath Community Park. Parade on Western Avenue at 10 a.m. Wednesday in downtown Lake Forest. Free. www.cityoflakeforest.com

South Elgin National Night Out Against Crime: 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Jim Hansen Park, 338 Valley Forge Ave., South Elgin. Block party features music, kids' activities, food, displays and vehicles from local public safety agencies, a business and organization tent, door prizes and demonstrations. Free. www.southelgin.com.

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

Mundelein National Night Out: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Santa Maria Grounds, 116 N. Lake St., Mundelein. Bring blankets and chairs and enjoy a movie under the stars to celebrate National Night Out. Free. www.mundelein.org.

Libertyville Concerts in the Plaza: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, Libertyville. Rico will perform. $10 per car. lcfpd.org.

Elgin Movies in the Park: At sunset Tuesday, Aug. 6, in Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. See “Angels in the Outfield.” Refreshments and popcorn available for purchase. Take train rides on the Elgin Express. Free. www.cityofelgin.org.

Lake in the Hills Outdoor Movie Series: Dusk Tuesday, Aug. 6, at Lions Armstrong Memorial Pool, 599 Longwood Drive, Algonquin. Join Lake in the Hills Parks and Recreation for a showing of the movie “Mary Poppins Returns.” Blankets, chairs, and nonalcoholic refreshments are welcome. Concessions available. Parking is first-come, first-served. Free. lith.org.

Highwood's Evening Market: 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Everts Park, 130 Highwood Ave., Highwood. Matt Feddermann will perform. Features dancing, food from local restaurants and food trucks and cocktails. Family- and pet-friendly. www.celebratehighwood.org/highwood-evening-gourmet-market.

Aurora's Wednesdays at the Plaza: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Millennium Plaza, 21 S. Stolp Ave., Aurora. ETHA and Friends will perform. Food trucks. Free. auroradowntown.org/millennium-plaza/.

Cary Cruise Nights: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at West Main Street and Jandus Road off Route 14, Cary. Free. carygrovechamber.com.

Bloomingdale Family Fun Picnic: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Lakeview Park, 240 Broker Road, Bloomingdale. Mr. Singer performs children's songs. Bring dinner or snacks and a blanket or chairs. In the case of inclement weather, the event will take place at Westfield Middle School gym, 149 Fairfield Way. Free. www.bloomingdaleparks.org.

Addison Park District's Movies in the Park: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Community Park, 120 E. Oak St., Addison. See “Captain Marvel.” Concessions available for purchase. Movie begins at 8 p.m. In the case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the gym. Free. addisonparks.org

Itasca Family Concert Series: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Usher Park, Irving Park Road and Walnut Street, Itasca. Pirates Over 40 will perform Caribbean rock. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 to 8:30 Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Parkman Pavilion, 2200 E. Grass Lake Road, Lindenhurst. Trippin Billies will perform. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and coolers. Free admission; food and beverages for purchase. lake-villa.org or lindenhurstparks.org.

Summer Concerts in the Park Series: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Citizen's Park Amphitheater, 511 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. SM6 will perform. Free admission and free popcorn. www.barringtonparkdistrict.org.

Capannari Ice Cream's Movies Under the Stars: 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at Centennial Green, Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. See “Mary Poppins Returns.” Bring blankets and snacks. Free admission. capannaris.com/events.

Sounds of Summer Main Stage Concert Series: 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday, Aug. 7 and 9, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. Pack a picnic and bring chairs or a blanket. Allegro Community Chorus will perform Wednesday; American English will perform Friday. Free. palatineparks.org.

  Gurnee Days kicks off Thursday, Aug. 8, in Viking Park. Steve Lundy/slundy@dailyherald.com, 2018

Gurnee Days 2019: 10 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8; 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9; 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10; and 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at Viking Park, 4374 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee. Music from Boy Band Night at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9; Hi Infidelity at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10; and Jim Gill's Family Concert at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11. Family festival features fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Saturday, a parade, a beer garden, Ribfest, carnival rides, petting zoo, 5K/10K runs, food booths and more. Free. www.gurneedays.com.

Warrenville Lunchtime Live!: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Cerny Park, Forestview and River roads, Warrenville. Children's music concert by Miss Jamie's Farm. Free. warrenvilleparks.org.

Wheaton Wine Walk: 5 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Martin Memorial Plaza, Front and Main streets. $35 in advance; $40 the day of. www.downtownwheaton.com.

WSEC Cruisin' Nights and Street Fair: 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, on Cass Avenue, Westmont. Hundreds of cars, vendors, music in two locations and fun for all ages. Free. www.westmont.illinois.gov.

Geneva Classic Car Shows: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Fourth and James streets, behind the Kane County Courthouse, Geneva. See antique, custom-built, muscle and sport cars. Includes food and a DJ with music. Downtown shops, pubs and eateries will stay open late, with several offering evening entertainment. Free. www.genevachamber.com.

Lindenfest: 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8; 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, Aug. 9; noon to midnight Saturday, Aug. 10; and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Lindenhurst Village Hall Grounds, 2301 E. Sand Lake Road, Lindenhurst. Pageant Thursday night and music, an auction, bingo, a carnival, food and more. Free. www.lindenhurstil.org.

Rock 'n Wheels: 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Village Green, east of Village Hall, 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Hammer Down will perform classic rock at 6:30 p.m.; Styx tribute band Anthem's Grand Illusion will perform at 7:30 p.m. Features food and bike and car cruise night. Also craft and vintage fair and open house in conjunction with the Historical Museum. Free kids' rides. Free. ithappensinaddison.com.

Rockin' in the Park 2019 Free Summer Concert Series: 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. American English 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, Aug. 8, at Lincoln Park, Main and Fifth streets, St. Charles. 7th heaven will perform. In the event of rain, the concert will be canceled. Free. stcparks.org.

Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, in Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Millennials will perform; food by Toasty Cheese. Free. (847) 658-2716 or www.algonquin.org/recreation.

Joey DeFrancesco Trio: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at the Lakeside Pavilion at College of DuPage's McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn. With special guest Bobby Broom. Free. atthemac.org.

Movies in the Park: 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. See “Coco.” Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Coolers are allowed; no outside alcohol is permitted. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

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