Kids enjoy the carnival rides during last year’s Libertyville Days Festival. | Karie Angell Luc for the Daily Herald, 2024
By Luke Zurawski | Daily Herald
Friday, June 13
Libertyville Days Festival: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 13-14; and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 15, near 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. The theme is “Aloha Summer ’25.” Carnival rides, games, live music, entertainment, food vendors and a parade led by Grand Marshal Brian Grano at 10 a.m. Saturday. Music: Bonzo Squad at 5 p.m. and Sneezy at 8 p.m. Thursday, Soul Kitchen at 4 p.m. and Modern Day Romeos at 8 p.m. Friday, Marlon and The Shakes at 5 p.m. and Pino Farina Band at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, and School of Rock Libertyville at noon and Mellencougar at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Free. libciviccenter.org/libertyville-days.
Tots in the Park: 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 13, at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove. Kids’ entertainment on the lawn. Scribble Monster will perform. Bring a blanket or chairs. Free. bgparks.org/tots-in-the-park.
Fun Day in the Park: 10-11 a.m. Friday, June 13, at Fabbrini Park, 1704 Glenlake Road, Hoffman Estates. Carole Stevens will perform. Free. heparks.org.
Nature in Your Neighborhood: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 13, at Lords Park Zoo, 210 Grand Blvd., Elgin. Bees will perform, plus storytime and craft for kids. Free. elginil.gov.
The 39th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games returns to the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton Friday and Saturday, June 13-14. | Joe Lewnard/jlewnard@dailyherald.com, 2024
39th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games: 1-10 p.m. Friday, June 13, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Outdoor family-friendly event featuring the largest bagpiping championship in North America, the iconic caber toss, Highland dancing, kids’ activities (including a Scottish petting zoo), Scottish genealogy and history, classic British car show, dogs of Scotland and a marketplace. Music lineup: Skerryvore (Celtic rock) at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 8 p.m. Saturday; Scottish singer/songwriter Jamie McGeechan at 2 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday; Iona Fyfe, Scots Singer of the Year, at 4:30 p.m. Friday and 4:15 p.m. Saturday; Shadowfields at 2:15 p.m. Saturday; Logical Fleadh (Celtic music Chicago-style) at 5:45 p.m. Friday and 5:30 p.m. Saturday; and Frogwater (Celtic folk) at 3:15 p.m. Friday. Proceeds benefit Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care. Two-day pass $45 (or $200 for VIP); $20 for Friday or $30 for Saturday. Free for kids younger than 12. Free parking. chicagoscots.org/festival.
Downtown Elgin Market: 3-7 p.m. Friday, June 13, on South Riverside Drive, Elgin. Farmers, makers, live music, Sip N’ Shop and kids’ activities. Dog-friendly. LINK Matching program. downtownelgin.com/market.
West Dundee French Market: 4-8 p.m. Friday, June 13, 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.
The Taste of Des Plaines runs Friday and Saturday, June 13-14, at the Des Plaines Library Plaza. | Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.com, 2021
Taste of Des Plaines: 5-11 p.m. Friday, June 13, and noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Library Plaza in Des Plaines. Summer street fest with two stages, family activities, beer tents, local food vendors and more. Music lineup: Friday: Whiskey Road at 5 p.m., Terry Byrne Band at 7 p.m. and 7th heaven at 9 p.m.; Saturday: LOUDERNOW at 7 p.m. and Hairbangers Ball at 9 p.m. Cashless event; purchases require a debit or credit card or cashless mobile payment. desplainesil.gov.
Relay For Life of Northwest Suburbs: 6-10 p.m. Friday, June 13, at Winston Campus track, 120 N. Babcock Drive, Palatine. Family-friendly fundraiser with entertainment, games, a “Survivor Celebration” and a luminaria ceremony around Turner Pond. For registration or a luminaria, go to RelayForLife.org/NWDuPageIL.
First Friday Summer Dances: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 13, at Towne Square, 200 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Dance lessons by Schaumburg Arthur Murray Dance Studio from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; live music and dancing from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. parkfun.com.
Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, June 13, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Bossydog will perform. Free. vhw.org.
Pro Rodeo: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, June 13-21, and 2-4 p.m. Sunday, June 22, at Sonny Acres Farm, 29W310 North Ave., West Chicago. Bareback and saddle bronc riding, girls breakaway roping, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing, bull riding and bucking horse finale. Plus, amusement rides, petting zoo and food for purchase. Advance tickets: $28-$55. General admission at the gate: $18-$28. sonnyacres.com.
“Green Day’s American Idiot”: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, June 13-22, at Elgin Community College’s Blizzard Theatre, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. Fox Valley Theatre Company’s production featuring every song from Green Day’s album “American Idiot,” as well as several songs from its follow-up release, “21st Century Breakdown.” $14-$16. cteelgin.com/shows.
Sounds of Summer Concert Series — Main Stage Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 13, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Second Hand Soul Band will perform. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.
For Fathers Comedy: 8 p.m. Friday, June 13, at the Raue Center for the Arts, 26 N. Williams St., Crystal Lake. Standup comedy with John DaCosse, Dwayne Kennedy, Warren B. Hall and Brian Hicks. For ages 18 and older. Tickets start at $39. rauecenter.org.
Elgin Summer Movie in the Park: Dusk Friday, June 13, at Meier Park, 3770 Gansett Pkwy., Elgin. “Onward” starts at dusk. Craft enchanted staffs to aid Ian and Barley on their magical quest. Concessions available. Free. elginil.gov.
Woodstock PrideFest: Friday through Sunday, June 13-15. Community art show. Pride Pub Crawl starts at 6 p.m. Saturday in Woodstock Square; check-in from 6-7:30 p.m. at the bandstand for $25. Woodstock PrideFest Parade at 11 a.m. Sunday, followed by the festival from noon to 5 p.m. woodstockilpride.com/pridefest.
Saturday, June 14
Calibre Car Show: 8-11 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at The Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. The theme is Bimmers and Beans. Free. shopthearb.com/events.
Family Fishing Derby: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 14, at Cornerstone Lakes Park, 2199 Smith Road, West Chicago. Light breakfast by the pond. Bring your own fishing poles, bait and hooks. Each participant receives a goody bag; trophies awarded in each age category. Advance: $10-$12, day of: $15. Register: we-goparks.org/special-events.
Old Town Art Fair 2025: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 14, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 15, in the Old Town Triangle Historic District, Chicago. Over 200 nationally acclaimed artists, a Garden Walk, live music, food court, a Children’s Corner and more. Free. oldtownartfair.org.
Flag Day Celebration: 10:45 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at Veterans Park, 1300 N. Weiland Road, Buffalo Grove. The Buffalo Grove Police and Fire departments Honor Guard will present the colors, plus speeches, changing the flags and music. Ice cream at 10:45 a.m. and program at 11 a.m. Free. bgparks.org/flag-day-celebration.
Grayslake Craft Beer Festival: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 14, near 33 S. Whitney St., Grayslake. Over 150 brews from more than 50 breweries. Special VIP session from noon to 1 p.m. Proceeds will go toward college scholarships. 21 or older. $49.68-$76.20. beerfests.com.
Uncaged in the Zoo: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Lords Park Zoo, off Grand Boulevard, Elgin. Get up close with live animals with Anderson Humane with Wanda the woodchuck. Free. elginil.gov.
The Weave, A Community Pop-Up Market: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Ziegler Court, Elgin. An open-market event where artists and community members can sell, swap or give away handmade items, found treasures and gently used clothing. Free. sidestreetstudioarts.org.
Hawthorn Pride Event & Market: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Hawthorn Row, 750 Hawthorn Row, Vernon Hills. Pride-themed activities, craft and artisan market, food vendors, music and more. Free. facebook.com/events/1768348173944508.
Elgin Flag Day: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Veterans Memorial Park, behind Gail Borden Library, 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin. The city partners with Elks Lodge 737 and American Legion Post 57 for a ceremony to celebrate the American flag. elginil.gov.
Live Music at Bridges Beer Garden: 5-8 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Bridges Beer Garden, 1400 Poplar Creek Drive, Hoffman Estates. Food and beverages for purchase. The StingRays will perform. Free. heparks.org/events/list.
Zoo Uncorked: Tequila & Tails: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at Brookfield Zoo, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. For ages 21 and older. Adult drinks, explore the zoo after dark and more. Tickets start at $40. brookfieldzoo.org/tequilaandtails
29th annual June Jazz concert: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, on the Elmhurst University mall, 190 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Elmhurst University Jazz Band will be joined by acclaimed jazz artists Byron Stripling, Bobby Floyd, Sydney McSweeney and Jim Rupp. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Free. elmhurst.edu.
Sunday, June 15
Crystal Lake Farmers Market+ At The Dole: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 15, on the front lawn of the Dole Mansion, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake. Live music, kids’ activities, beverages, food trucks and more. farmersmarketatthedole.org.
Byron Stripling
29th annual June Jazz concert: 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 14, on the Elmhurst University mall, 190 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Elmhurst University Jazz Band will be joined by jazz artists Byron Stripling, Bobby Floyd, Sydney McSweeney and Jim Rupp. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Free. elmhurst.edu.
Monday, June 16
Motor Monday Cruise Nights: 5 p.m. to dusk Monday, June 16, at The Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. In partnership with the Midwest Racing Preservation Association, open to cars and trucks from all makes and models. Also, food, drink and music. eastdundee.net.
Northwest Concert Band: 7:30 p.m. Monday, June 16, at the Community Church of Rolling Meadows, 2720 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Favorites from musicals and Disney movies. Free. northwestconcertband.org.
Tuesday, June 17
Adventures in the Zoo: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at Lords Park Zoo, 210 Grand Blvd., Elgin. Get a Mooooove On drop-in program. Free. elginil.gov.
Sounds of Summer Family Picnic Series: Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Scribblemonster will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.
Wauconda Cruise Nights: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at 101 N. Main St., Wauconda. Cars on display and family-friendly activities. Free. waucondacruisenight.com.
Crystal Lake Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. Serendipity will perform. Free. For parking locations, see crystallakeparks.org/special-events.
Dundee Township Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at Lions Park in East Dundee. Alternative band Red Roses will perform. Food and drinks sold by Dundee Township Lions Club, with proceeds benefiting the community. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. dtpd.org/concerts-in-the-park.
Wednesday, June 18
Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at the Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. Semple Band will perform. Food for purchase. Free. shopthearb.com.
Geneva’s Swedish Days festival features dancing and more Wednesday through Sunday, June 18-22, in downtown Geneva. | Brian Hill/bhill@dailyherald.com
75th annual Swedish Days: Wednesday through Sunday, June 18-22, in downtown Geneva. Music, a craft beer tent, carnival rides, Kids’ Day, Sweden Väst, food booths, kids’ activities and more. Swedish Days Lopp at 7:30 a.m. Sunday at Peck Farm Park. Grand Parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. Free; charge for some events. genevachamber.com/events/swedish-days.
Side Street Studio Arts open mic: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at Side Street Studio arts, 15 Ziegler Court, Elgin. Featuring 7-minute performances. Free to perform; sign up in advance for $5 at sidestreetstudioarts.org/live.
Sounds of Summer: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. The Palatine Concert Band will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.
Movies on the Green: Dusk Wednesday, June 18, at Centennial Green at the Mount Prospect Village Hall, 50 S. Emerson St., Mount Prospect. See “Inside Out 2.” Bring blankets and chairs. Free. mpdowntown.com/events.
Thursday, June 19
Barrington Thursday Night Out: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Cook and Station streets, Barrington. Barrington Farmers Market, classic cars, live music, family activities and more. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/thursday-night-out.
Splash Pad Storytime: 9:30-10 a.m. Thursday, June 19, at Kaper Park Pavilion, Georgetown Drive at Cimarron Drive, Cary. Free. carypark.com.
Brown Bag Lunch: Noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at the Elgin History Museum, 360 Park St., Elgin. “How Did Elgin Streets Get Their Names?” with Rebecca Miller. $5 or free for members. Register via elginhistory.org.
Music in the Park: 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, in Covered Bridge Park, next to 445 Robert Parker Coffin Road, Long Grove. Bluewater Creek performs. Free. longgrove.org/event/music-in-the-park.
Poetry in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Citizens Park, 511 N. Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. Local and regional poets share original works in a “Poet’s Choice” format. Free. barrington-il.gov.
Sounds of Summer — Thursday Night Acoustic Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. JP & Jenny will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.
Algonquin Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Reckless will perform. Bring a lawn chair. Free. Algonquin.org/summerconcerts.
Cary Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Lions Park, Silver Lake Road, north of Three Oaks Road, Cary. Mackenzie O’Brien Band will perform. Bring a lawn chair. Free. carypark.com.
Elgin’s Concerts in the Park: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Wing Park, 1010 Wing St., Elgin. Joe Pratt and the Source One Band will perform. Food truck. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. In case of bad weather, the event will be canceled. Free. elginil.gov or facebook.com/cityofelgin.
Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. In The Stix will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.
Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. The Four C Notes will perform. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.
Thursday Nights Live: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Second Hand News will perform. Food and beverages for sale. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.
Ongoing
McHenry Stade’s Farm Market: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Oct. 31 at 3709 Miller Road, McHenry. Check Facebook or website for updates and weekly offerings. stadesfarmandmarket.com.
Patterned by Nature: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily through Sept. 21 at the Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake-Cook Road, Glencoe. Celebrates the universal attraction to patterns through playfully planted gardens and nature-inspired artistic installations. Admission: $19.95-$21.95 for adults, $13.95-$15.95 for kids 3-12, and free for kids younger than 3. chicagobotanic.org/patterns.
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