Events

Enjoy the sounds of Freebyrd at the Performing Arts Center behind Town Center as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary right here in Bolingbrook!  

Contemporary oil painter Elizabeth Schnura will debut a collection of works highlighting the symbiotic relationships between plants and animals found in your backyard and throughout the Will County forest preserves. Each piece provides a unique perspective on the integral connections found in nature, emphasizing the delicate beauty

El Mago brings wonder and excitement to City Square with a fun, family-friendly bilingual magic show full of illusions and surprises. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket or chairs. In the event of rain, the show will move to the library.   

Pack the Place for History at White Fence Farm!Join the Lemont Area Historical Society on Thursday, July 16, for a delicious fundraiser at White Fence Farm! Dine anytime between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM, then stay for a special Route 66 presentation at 6:00 PM celebrating the

In its second year, Chicago Street Markets continues to collaborate with the Village of New Lenox to expand the New Lenox Farmers Market, offering more variety from local farmers, growers, makers and bakers.  

Join the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 for Cars & Guitars at our new location, the Downtown Joliet City Square. Free Admission. HOT RODS * MUSIC * VENDORS First 75 Cars Receive a Cars & Guitars Dash Plaque.  

Food trucks by Dog House of LaSalle and Diddough's Pretzels. Enjoy some baseball! Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimps vs. Cape Catfish. Gates open at 5:35 pm. Admission is free.   

On July 16th, come see Harmonix Duo perform on the Grove. The 7th Street Gate opens at 6:00 pm. Enjoy live music, popcorn, Thyme Craft Kitchen, and a 50/50 raffle with our guest emcee Dr. Clayton J. Theisinger, the new superintendent for La Salle-Peru Township High School

Enjoy the sounds of Anthem, food and adult beverages!!   

\ Put your dancing shoes on and head down to Stephen Street for a delightful summer evening!! This event is a crowd favorite with live music, dancing, and tons of family-friendly fun in Lemont Downtown.  

Our markets celebrate local creativity and entrepreneurship while bringing unique, handcrafted goods and fresh, locally sourced products to the heart of our community. Since 2023, Chicago Street Markets has partnered with municipalities, park districts, and private spaces to plan and manage events of all sizes.  

Contemporary oil painter Elizabeth Schnura will debut a collection of works highlighting the symbiotic relationships between plants and animals found in your backyard and throughout the Will County forest preserves. Each piece provides a unique perspective on the integral connections found in nature, emphasizing the delicate beauty

The H.W. Immke Exhibit features a vast collection of restored glass plate negatives and vintage photography equipment from local Princeton photographer Henry William Immke. Special Services: Visitors can submit family surnames for researchers to search the Immke database to locate potential ancestors within the 20,000 scanned images.

The Village of Dwight is planning a community event and Big Boy Watch Party leading up to the train's arrival. We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors for this exciting and historic occasion.  

Step back in time along the legendary Route 66 and discover a hidden giant of Americas industrial past. Once rivaling the steel powerhouse of Pittsburgh, Joliet Iron Works stood at the forefront of industry when Route 66 was first paved a century ago. Now, in celebration of

Arts, culture, and entertainment come alive in downtown Ottawa! This free lively street festival features 40 handmade and homegrown makers, live music, food, and rotating themed experiences each month that keep every event fresh and exciting. Bring the whole family! We offer a free kids play zone and a

Held in the heart of downtown, Jammin' at the Clock brings energy and rhythm to one of Streator's most recognizable gathering spaces. With music filling Heritage Park and businesses nearby, its a vibrant way to experience downtown while enjoying live entertainment in an intimate, welcoming setting. Whether

Join us for street concerts where the heart of downtown Princeton becomes a vibrant outdoor music venue. Enjoy The Chicago Experience, delicious food trucks, refreshing drinks from local vendors, and the unbeatable energy of music filling the streets. Bring your friends, grab a bite, and dance the

Chicago’s maritime history has been shaped by large storms. Unexpected weather-related events like the sinking of the Lady Elgin make up the story of Chicago’s past. But new scientific methods, observations, and artificial intelligence tools can help us shape a safer future. Join Scott Collis, an atmospheric

Enjoy the sounds of the Four C Notes!! Grab your family, friends, lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a beautiful summer evening in the park!!

The Trackside Farmers Market is a curated, locally driven market dedicated to supporting farmers, makers, bakers, and growers while elevating small businesses. Through a partnership between Chicago Street Markets and the City of Lockport, the market brings a diverse selection of fresh produce, artisan foods, handcrafted goods,

Tents full of Artisan, Makers, Creators, Small Businesses, Vintage/Repurposed, Gourmet Foods, Food Trucks, Local Farmers, Live Music, and More. Multi-Season, Annual Event, people mark their calendars for, and Family Friendly

Join us for Cars, Keys & River Breeze at Heritage Harbor a fun-filled day by the water celebrating cars, community, and summer vibes. Bring Your Car or Come Enjoy the Show! Enjoy summer with us at Cars, Keys & River Breeze at Heritage Harbor a lively celebration

Contemporary oil painter Elizabeth Schnura will debut a collection of works highlighting the symbiotic relationships between plants and animals found in your backyard and throughout the Will County forest preserves. Each piece provides a unique perspective on the integral connections found in nature, emphasizing the delicate beauty

While Native people have lived for over 10,000 years, their continuing contributions are often invisible. This presentation explores the deep history of Native American communities in Illinois and how these histories connect to the lived experiences of Native people today. Illinois Humanities Road Scholar, Dr. Dorene Wiese,