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Festivals June 14-20: Scottish Festival & Highland Games, Libertyville Days, Grayslake Craft Beer Fest and more

Starts before Friday

Libertyville Days Festival: Carnival 5-10 p.m. Thursday, June 13; noon to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 14-15; and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the Libertyville Days Festival Grounds, 135 W. Church St., Libertyville. Rides, food, and an arts and crafts fair Friday through Sunday, parade at 10 a.m. Saturday, and music from Sneezy at 8 p.m. Thursday, Tim Gleason Band at 8 p.m. Friday, Pino Farina Band at 8 p.m. Saturday and Expo ‘76 at 3 p.m. Sunday. Free. libciviccenter.org/libertyville-days.

Woodridge Jubilee: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, June 13; 6-10:30 p.m. Friday, June 14; 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Jubilee Point Park, 7101 Woodridge Drive, Woodridge. Carnival rides, live music, food, beer tent, bingo, fishing derby, and beer and doughnut dash on Saturday, fireworks at 10:30 p.m. Saturday and more. Music from Heart to HeartBreaker at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, ARRA at 9 p.m. Friday, and 7th heaven at 9 p.m. Saturday. Free. woodridgeparks.org.

Friday, June 14

Tots in the Park: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Friday, June 14, at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard Drive, Buffalo Grove. Super Stolie will perform. Bring a blanket. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held inside the Alcott Center. Free. bgparks.org/tots-in-the-park.

Summerfest: Noon to 11 p.m. Friday, June 14, and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Noon Whistle Brewing’s Lombard Brewpub, 800 E. Roosevelt Road. Special beer releases, live bands and food. Music by Alt 101 from 7-10 p.m. Friday and by Lost Pyramids from 2-5 p.m. and Rocks Off from 6-9 p.m. Saturday. Free. facebook.com/noonwhistlebrewing.

38th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games: 1-10 p.m. Friday, June 14, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Outdoor family-friendly event featuring the largest bagpiping championship in North America, the 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. Proceeds benefit Caledonia Senior Living & Memory Care, the principal charity of Chicago Scots. Two-day pass: $45 ($200 for VIP); $20 for Friday; $30 for Saturday. Free for kids 12 and younger. Free parking. chicagoscots.org/festival.

Moose Cruise Nights: 4-8 p.m. Friday, June 14, in the show lot at Warren and Forest avenues in Downers Grove. See classic cars, including vintage muscle cars, convertibles and timeless classics. Free. dgmoose.net/moose-cruise-night.

Flag Day Celebration: 4:45 p.m. food; 5:30 p.m. program 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, plus speeches, changing of the flags and music. Free. bgparks.org/flag-day-celebration.

Naper Nights: 5-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 14-15, at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Friday: Simply the Best (Tina Turner tribute) at 6 p.m. and Boogie Wonder Band (disco) at 8 p.m. Saturday: Jagged Little Pill — The Alanis Morissette Tribute at 6 p.m. and Fix You (Coldplay tribute) at 8 p.m. Food and alcoholic beverages for purchase. $20; $15 for kids 4-12. Tickets: NaperNights.org.

Skyline Sessions Concert Series: 5-9 p.m. Friday and Thursday, June 14 and 20, at the Wave Wall Stage at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Jon Allegretto performs at 5 p.m. and Buffalo Nichols at 6:30 p.m. Friday; and James Gedda at 5 p.m. and Jaik Willis at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Free. navypier.org.

Summerfest 2024: 5-11 p.m. Friday, June 14; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15; and noon to 9 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the Metra Station/Centennial Park, 10401 W. 153rd St., Orland Park. Carnival, car show, food, live entertainment and more. Free. orlandparkchamber.org/summerfest.

  The Taste of Des Plaines offers a variety of food from local restaurants Friday and Saturday, June 14-15, at the Des Plaines Library Plaza. Paul Valade/pvalade@dailyherald.com, 2021

Taste of Des Plaines: 5-11 p.m. Friday, June 14, and noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Library Plaza in downtown Des Plaines. Summer street fest featuring two stages, family activities, beer tents, food vendors and more. Live music begins at 5 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday, with Ultrabeat at 7 p.m. and Sixteen Candles at 9 p.m. Friday and Hillbilly Rockstarz at 7 p.m. and Semple at 9 p.m. Saturday. Food and alcohol purchases require a debit card, credit card or cashless mobile payment. desplaines.org.

Winnetka Music Fest: 5-11 p.m. Friday, June 14, and noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka. Headliners include The Verve Pipe at 8:30 p.m. and Band of Horses at 9:15 p.m. Friday, and Heartless Bastards at 8:30 p.m. and Milky Chance at 9:15 p.m. Saturday. Other performers include: Half Moon Run, Yola, Caroline Jones, Rayland Baxter, Mikaela Davis, Michigander, Grace Bowers, Neptune’s Core, Rebirth Brass Band, Zach Seabaugh, Ax and The Hatchetmen, Billy Allen + The Pollies, Elizabeth Moen, Shane Guerrette, Cobi, and The Heavy Heavy. $49-$369. winnetkamusicfestival.com.

Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series: 5:30 and 6 p.m. Friday, June 14; 6 p.m. Saturday, June 15; noon Sunday, June 16; and 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, in Wheaton. Performances include Matt and Molly at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Suzette's Creperie; Lisa Thomen at 6 p.m. Friday under the Innovator Hale Street Tents; Terry Bartolotta Duo Saturday under the Innovator Hale Street Tents; Jim Gruden Music Sunday at 302 Wheaton; and Jake Mack Wednesday under the Innovator Hale Street Tents. Free. downtownwheaton.com/summermusic.

Friday Night Live: 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, June 14, at the Main Street train station in Downers Grove. Afternoon Logic will perform. Free. downtowndg.org.

Bitter Jester Music Festival: 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 14-15, at Port Clinton Square, 600 Central Ave., Highland Park. Family-friendly concert series is a showcase for emerging artists vying for $3,500 in cash prizes. Free. bitterjesterfoundation.org/bitter-jester-music-festival-info.

Big Head Todd and The Monsters headline the Blues on the Fox Festival at 9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at RiverEdge Park in Aurora. Courtesy of RiverEdge Park

Blues on the Fox: Gates open at 6 p.m. Friday, June 14, and 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. Music lineup: Friday: Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon at 7 p.m. and pedal steel guitar virtuoso Robert Randolph at 9 p.m. Saturday: Chicago blues guitarist Wayne Baker Brooks at 3 p.m.; blues/jazz artist Guy King at 5 p.m.; British guitarist and singer/songwriter Joanne Shaw Taylor at 7 p.m.; and rockers Big Head Todd and The Monsters at 9 p.m. Limited seating; bring lawn chairs or blankets. Friday: $20, Saturday: $25; free for kids 12 and younger. paramountaurora.com/events/blues-on-the-fox-2024.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday and Wednesday, June 14 and 19, on 1st Street Plaza and various locations in downtown St. Charles. On Friday, Jonny Vestro performs on 1st Street Plaza. On Wednesday, Connie Cipher will perform at the Office Dining and Spirits. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

First Friday Summer Dances: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Schaumburg’s 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 14, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. Face N Time performs. Free. vhw.org.

Wilco with Cut Worms: 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, June 14-15, at The Salt Shed Outdoors, 1357 N. Elston Ave., Chicago. Wilco performs with special guest Cut Worms on the “Tour to Infinity.” $60-$125. saltshedchicago.com.

Music on Maple: 7-8 p.m. Friday, June 14, outside the Victorian Cottage, 23 W. Maple St., Lombard. Lombard Historical Society’s summer series begins with “Barry Cloyd: Where Have All the Flowers Gone, the Ballad of Pete Seeger.” Register: lombardhistory.org.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series — Main Stage Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Prairie Station will perform. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Wheaton’s Movies Under the Stars: 8 p.m. Friday, June 14, in the Wheaton Public Library’s West Plaza, 225 N. Cross St., Wheaton. Watch “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.” Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Space is limited; first-come, first served. Free. downtownwheaton.com.

Westmont Movies Under the Stars: 8:30-11 p.m. Friday, June 14, at Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Watch the 2023 film “Wonka.” Concessions available. Bring a blanket and chairs. Free. westmontparks.org.

Blackberry Farm Movie Nights: Dusk Friday, June 14, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Rides, crafts and photo opportunities until dusk, then watch “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” on the outdoor movie screen. $13. Register at blackberryfarm.info/special-events.

Saturday, June 15

Artisan Collective: 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15, on North River Street, Batavia. Artisans will be selling handcrafted items such as jewelry, soap, candles, original artwork, woodworks, macramé, vintage finds and more. Free. downtownbatavia.com.

Fish-O-Rama: 8-10 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at Northside Park, 1311 N. West St., Wheaton. Wheaton Park District and Kiwanis Club of Wheaton invite kids 14 and younger, with an adult, to participate in an open fishing contest. Free. Register: Lincolnmarsh.org.

Antioch Wizards Weekend Day: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15, in downtown Antioch. Wizards, witches and muggles will celebrate all things of a magical nature. Dress as a favorite character. Registration and fees may be required for some events. Magical Bands, which provide access to many features, are $15 in advance, $20 on-site. (847) 395-2233 or antiochchamber.org.

Hampshire Farmers and Outdoor Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Hampshire Commons, 113 W. Oak Knoll Drive, Hampshire. Farm-to-table goods, handmade items, packaged food, sweets, artisanal gifts and more. Hosted by the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce. facebook.com/HampshireFarmersMarket.

North Avenue Car Show: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Bartlett Park, 102 N. Eastern Ave., Bartlett. All cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome. Food trucks, live music, craft show, beer and Bloody Mary bar. $20 per vehicle; free for spectators. ignitethecourage.org/northave.

Take Me Fishing: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 15, at Robert Bernas Park, 5716 S. Wilmette Ave., Westmont. Fishing giveaways, while supplies last. Bring your own fishing pole. Kids 14 and younger must have adult supervision. Free. westmontparks.org.

Tuna Kahuna: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at Blackhawk Pond, Blackhawk Circle in South Elgin. Kids 15 and younger compete to catch the biggest and smallest fish. Bait and concessions for sale. Registration opens at 8 a.m. Preregistration is available or on-site the day of the event. Register: southelgin.com/registration.

Brickworld: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg. Interactive activities such as the Lego and Duplo play brick areas, seek and finds, fighting robots and more. Buy Lego sets, minifigures and accessories from vendors. $18 online, $20 at the door, free for kids 3 and younger. brickworld.com/brickworld-chicago.

Gold Coast Art Fair: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16, at Grant Park’s Butler Field, South Lake Shore Drive and East Monroe Street, Chicago. 250 juried artists will be selling their art, plus food and music. Free. amdurproductions.com/event/gold-coast-art-fair.

Artists of the Wall: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16, at Loyola Beach, 1096 W. Pratt Blvd., Chicago. Features 160 murals, live music and kids’ activities. Artists and others will paint sections of a 600-foot-long beach wall. Free; painting spaces available for purchase. loyolapark.org.

Chicago’s Bronzeville 2024 Juneteenth Celebration: Unity Rising: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Absolutely Anything Essential, 3521 S. King Drive, Chicago. Live music, dance, spoken word and more. Tickets available at eventnoire.com.

Juneteenth Parade and Celebration: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, starting at Main Street and Dodge Avenue, Evanston. Celebrate Juneteenth with a parade and community celebration. The parade will head down Dodge to Simpson Street, ending at Ingraham Park. Free. epl.org.

Kids Fest: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Kids’ inflatables, crafts, airbrush tattoos, food trucks and live entertainment by kids’ music duo Wendy & DB. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Geek Fest: 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. Pop culture and comic vendors, interactive games, inflatable activities, food, drinks and more. Free. carolstream.org.

The Grayslake Craft Beer Festival runs from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 15, in Grayslake. Daily Herald file photo

Grayslake Craft Beer Festival: Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at 33 S. Whitney St., Grayslake. There will be over 150 brews from more than 50 different breweries. Net proceeds will be used for college scholarships. $45-$70. beerfests.com.

Juneteenth Festival: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 15, on the northwest corner of Halsted Street and 115th Street in Chicago’s Morgan Park neighborhood. This all-ages event celebrates the Juneteenth holiday by inviting Far South Side communities together for an afternoon of live music, food from local Black-owned restaurants, family activities, a resource vendor fair, housing workshops, and a small business marketplace featuring everything from beauty products to fashion. Free. farsouthcdc.org.

Naperville Juneteenth Celebration: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Rotary Hill, Naperville. Music and performances by African American individuals and groups in the community. Hosted by Naperville Neighbors United. Free. Register: NNUjuneteenth2024.eventbrite.com.

Still We Rise Juneteenth Celebration: Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at 2231 W. 83rd St., Chicago. The third annual celebration highlights African American culture and heritage with food, music, dance and arts. eventnoire.com.

Chi-Soul Fest: 1-11 p.m. Saturday, June 15, and 2-8 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. This outdoor, two-day music festival celebrates Black History Month with free performances by Jamiah Rogers, Bumpus, Manny Torres, Ariel Posen, Chibrations and more. Free. navypier.org.

Elgin Juneteenth Cultural Festival: 1-9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, in Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. African American Coalition of Kane County’s annual celebration of African American culture with food, history, arts, and entertainment from DJ Dre, We In The Basement and others. The expanded Kids Zone includes interactive games, a reading corner and creative activities. Free. facebook.com/ElginILJuneteenth.

Live On The Lake Music Series: 2 p.m. to closing Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16, at Navy Pier’s outdoor Beer Garden, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Music from local and national acts. Free. navypier.org.

The Mount Prospect Lions Club returns with Bluesmobile Cruise Nights from 3-9 p.m. Saturdays near the Mount Prospect Metra station. Courtesy of Michael Zarnek

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights: 3-9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the East Metra parking lot, near the intersection of Route 83 and Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect. Classic cars, entertainment and more. mplions.org/cruise-nights.

VetFest: 3-11 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Huntley American Legion, 11712 Coral St., Huntley. Eighth annual event to benefit local veterans organizations. Food, drink and activities for kids from 3-6 p.m. Music from Loverboyz from 4-6 p.m., Bucket Number 6 from 6:30-8:30 p.m., and The Lounge Puppets from 9-11 p.m. Free; donations welcome. huntleylegion.org/vetfest2024.

Wave Wall Wax: 5:30-10 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Chicago DJs mix it up with house and dance music on Navy Pier’s Wave Wall Stage. Free. navypier.org.

Crafts Brews Beer Festival: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 N. Clark St., Chicago. More than 100 craft beers and ciders will be on tap at beer-tasting stations set up throughout the zoo’s gardens during this after-hours experience for adults. Food for purchase, music, lawn games and more. $55-$65. lpzoo.org/event/craft-brews-at-lincoln-park-zoo.

Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 15, on South Park Avenue, Lombard. Classic and custom cars, live music from Claremont Drive Band performing classic rock ’n’ roll from 6-9 p.m., and kids’ activities, including face painting, balloon artists, magic shows and more. villageoflombard.org/cruisenights.

Solstice Hop & Vine Fest: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts, 201 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. Admission includes 20 tasting tickets for food and beverages. Ages 21 and older. $50 in advance; $60 at the door, if available; $15 designated driver. parkfun.com.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturdays and 9 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 31 at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Free. navypier.org.

Sunday, June 16

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 16, in the city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

Juneteenth Extravaganza on Ellis: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at 1000 E. 76th St., Chicago. A Polished Work Nail Spa Lounge will host a block party event focused on engaging the community. Free. RSVP at eventnoire.com.

Sundays on State: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at State Street, from Lake to Adams, Chicago. A free, interactive block party featuring art, culture, active recreation, food, drinks, shopping and local attractions in the Loop. Free. RSVP at loopchicago.com.

Father’s Day at the pool: Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at GH20 Aquatic Center, 240 Civic Centre Plaza, Glendale Heights. Dads swim for free and can participate in father/child dances and games. ghrec.org.

Cantigny Summer Concert Series: 3-5 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Cantigny Park parade field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Signed, Sealed, Delivered: A Stevie Wonder Experience will perform. $20 per car. cantigny.org/events.

Wheeling’s Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 5-6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 16, at Heritage Park Performance Pavilion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Roger That performs. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. Coolers are allowed; no outside alcohol permitted. Soft drinks, water, beer and seltzer for purchase. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Monday, June 17

Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Walk: 5-7 p.m. Monday, June 17, at the Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake. A family-friendly and educational walk from the Grayslake Area Public Library to the Grayslake Heritage Center & Museum, featuring crafts, live entertainment, a history presentation and more. Free. grayslake.info.

Tuesday, June 18

Sounds of Summer — Family Picnic Series: Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater, 256 E. Palatine Road, Palatine. Jason Kollum will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Wauconda Cruise Nights: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Route 176 and West Mill Street, Wauconda. Cars on display and family-friendly activities. Free to cruisers and spectators. waucondacruisenight.com.

Itasca Summer Park Party: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Franzen Park, 730 Catalpa Ave., Itasca. Games, contests, crafts, entertainment and more. itascaparkdistrict.com.

South Elgin Cruise Night: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Panton Mill Park parking lot, Water Street, South Elgin. Show off your ride. No registration is required. Concessions available. southelgin.com.

Buffalo Grove Park District Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Road, Buffalo Grove. LP Vinyl performs. Food, beer, wine and soft drinks for purchase. Bring blankets and chairs. No outside alcohol allowed. Free. bgparks.org/summer-concert-series.

Crystal Lake Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, Crystal Lake. Valius will perform. Free. For parking locations, see crystallakeparks.org/special-events.

Downers Grove Summer Concert Series: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Fishel Park’s Veterans Memorial Pavilion, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Sushi Roll will perform pop/rock. Food and beverage sales start at 6 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. dgparks.org/summer-concert-series.

Waukegan Band Summer Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Stiner Pavilion at Waukegan Municipal Beach, 201 E. Seahorse Drive, Waukegan. Free. waukeganband.com.

Wednesday, June 19

Food Truck Socials: 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. A rotating selection of food trucks will be available each week. lakezurich.org.

UnPlug at the Park: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Northside Park, 220 Glendale St., Wheeling. Take part in Superhero Training with Captain America. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Car Fun on 21: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, on Church and Cook streets, Libertyville. Classic car show featuring cars, trucks and motorcycles 25 years and older, music and food from Rosati’s Pizza. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

Juneteenth Celebration: 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Old Town Park, 111 Third St., Bloomingdale. State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock will hold a Juneteenth celebration with speakers, music, food trucks and more. Free. repblair-sherlock.com/general-5.

Pier Dance: 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Free dance lessons at the City Stage in Polk Bros Park. After the lessons, the floor will be open to free dance. navypier.org.

Glendale Heights Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Camera Park, 101 Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Family-friendly music. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Free. ghrec.org.

Juneteenth Commemoration: A Legacy of Hope and Allyship: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie. A discussion on the enduring impact and legacy of friendship and coalition between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel featuring Jonathan Eig, 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning author, and Professor Susannah Heschel. Free, reservations required. ihm.ec/juneteenth2024.

Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series: 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at the Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. The Disco Circus will perform. Food for purchase. Free. shopthearb.com.

Batavia’s River Rhapsody Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at the Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Ave., Batavia. Kaleidoscope Eyes will perform. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Wine, beer and food for purchase. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Glen Ellyn Jazz in the Park: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. The 16-member Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble performs. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner. Free. gepark.org.

Itasca Outdoor Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Usher Park, 200 S. Walnut St., Itasca. Mr. Myers will perform. Bring lawn chairs and picnic baskets. Free. itascaparkdistrict.com/239/Summer-Concert-Series.

Lake Villa-Lindenhurst Live Music in the Parks: 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Parkman Pavilion, 2200 Grass Lake Road, Lake Villa. Infinity will perform. Free. lindenhurstparks.org.

Westmont Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, at Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Hoopla will perform classic rock from the 1960s to ’80s. Bring picnic baskets, lawn chairs and blankets. Free. westmontparks.org.

Geneva Swedish Days: Wednesday through Sunday, June 19-23, in downtown Geneva. Live music, craft beer tent, a carnival, Kids’ Day fun on Friday, Sweden Väst, Geneva’s Got Talent music competition, multiethnic food booths, annual 5K Lopp Run at 8 a.m. Saturday at Peck Farm and more. Kids’ Day Parade at 11 a.m. Friday and Grand Parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. Free; cost for some events. genevachamber.com/events/swedish-days.

Thursday, June 20

Barrington Thursday Night Out: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Cook and Station streets in downtown Barrington. Barrington Farmers Market, classic cars, live music, family activities and more. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/thursday-night-out.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, June 20, at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave., Highland Park. Food trucks and live music in the Ravinia District. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com/food-truck-thursdays.

Rotary GroveFest runs Thursday through Sunday, June 20-23, in downtown Downers Grove. Courtesy of Rotary Club of Downers Grove

Downers Grove Rotary GroveFest: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, June 20; 4-11 p.m. Friday, June 21; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 22; and noon to 9:30 p.m. Sunday, June 23, in downtown Downers Grove. Live music, food, carnival rides, car show and more. Craft Beer & Cocktail Fest from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday featuring Downers Grove breweries Goldfinger and Alter, along with 24 local craft breweries. $2 for a 3-ounce tasting. Festival of Cars from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. Music lineup: June 20: Taylor Dance Party at 6:15 p.m. and ARRA at 8:30 p.m.; June 21: Valius at 5 p.m., Too Hype Crew at 7:15 p.m., and Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press at 9:30 p.m.; June 22: April and Kevin at noon, DJ Dirty Donuts at 1:30 p.m., Jonny Lyons & The Pride at 5 p.m., Hello Weekend at 7:15 p.m., and 7th heaven at 9:30 p.m.; and June 23: Garage Band U at 2:30 p.m., Downers Grove South Jazz Sextet at 3:45 p.m., Trippin Billies at 5:45 p.m., and Mike & Joe at 8 p.m. Entertainment area and beer garden is $5 for ages 16 and older. rotarygrovefest.com.

Pride in Park Ridge: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, June 20, on the lawn at the northeast corner of Prospect and Crescent Avenues, Park Ridge. Music, food, an inflatable obstacle course and bungee run, face painting, balloon animals, crafts and information from local organizations, including those specifically serving LGBTQIA+ individuals. Park Ridge Mayor Marty Maloney will kick off the speakers portion of the program at 7 p.m. fb.me/e/6G4TREXCD.

Rock 'N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Village Green, 1 Friendship Plaza, and historical museum campus, Addison. Music from Joe Kalish at 6:30 and Mark Farner’s American Band at 8 p.m. Food, kids’ activities, interactive DJ and car show along Lake Street. Craft and Vintage Fair, museum open house and weekly portrayals and demonstrations until 8 p.m. at the museum campus. Free. Details at ItHappensInAddison.com.

Elmhurst Music at the Gazebo: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Wild Meadows Trace, Prairie Path and Spring Road, Elmhurst. Petty Cash performs. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. springroad.com/our-events.

Plaza Concert Series: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Funk Tonic will perform. Food and beverages for purchase. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Poetry in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Robert Soule Amphitheater at Citizens Park, 511 N. Lake Zurich Road, Barrington. Listen to original poems presented by local poets. Bring chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Hosted by Barrington’s Cultural Commission. Free. barrington-il.gov.

Sounds of Summer — Thursday Night Acoustic Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. Liz & Hala will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Bolingbrook Summer Music: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 20, on The Row at The Promenade, 631 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Elton John tribute Simply Elton will perform. Bring a lawn chair. Free. shoppingpromenade.com/events or facebook.com/streetmarketsatthepromenade.

Carol Stream Pride Concert: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. Beyond the Blonde will perform. Food and drinks for purchase. Free. carolstream.org.

Hanover Township Music in the Reserve: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Izaak Walton Reserve outdoor amphitheater, 899 Jay St., Elgin. Country rock band Ginger Road will perform. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. hanover-township.org/home.

It’s Thursday Concerts: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the Antioch Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Breakfast Club will perform. Free. antioch.il.gov.

Live & Uncorked: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Gates open at 6:15 p.m. Libido Funk Circus will perform. Bring a chair and snacks. Purchase tickets online for $8 or $10 at the gate. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/summerconcerts.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7-10 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. Atomic Punks will perform. A musical fireworks display will follow. Food and beverage tents on the park’s great lawn. Free. rosemont.com/thepark/calendar.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. Throwbacks will perform. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

St. Charles Concerts in the Park: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the Lincoln Park gazebo, off Fifth and Main streets, St. Charles. Hillbilly Rockstarz will perform. Bring blankets and chairs. Snacks for purchase. Free. stcparks.org/summer-concerts.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Alika Arlynn Band will perform. Bring a picnic, coolers, food, drinks, chairs, blankets and small tables. Seating is first-come, first-served. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Harper College Summer Concert Series: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at the Drs. Kenneth and Catherine Ender Pavilion on Harper’s campus, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Pete Aglinskas with Fermi Quartet will perform. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Park in lots 9 or 10. harpercollege.edu.

Naperville Municipal Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, in Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. napervilleband.org.

Ruth Page Festival of Dance at Ravinia: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, and 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at Ravinia’s Bennett Gordon Hall, 201 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park. Performances from the Ruth Page Professional Dance Training Company, Jumaane Taylor and the Moonwater Dance Project. $30. ruthpage.org.

Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20, at Memorial Park Bandshell, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Midwest Clinic, Take Three! will perform. Free. wheatonmunicipalband.org.

Ongoing

Dinos Alive: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays; 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays; 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays; and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Exhibition Hub Art Center Chicago, 2367 W. Logan Blvd., Chicago. See over 80 life-size, moving dinosaur replicas, take part in interactive and educational experiences and more. $17.90-$30.90. dinosaliveexhibit.com.

Dino Farm Adventure: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday through June 16 at Kuipers Family Farm, 1N290 Watson Road, Maple Park. Interact with over 20 life-size dinosaur animatronics. Dino conservationists and experts will be on site. $19.99 online, $21.99 at the gate weekdays; $21.99 online and $23.99 at the gate weekends. KuipersFamilyFarm.com.

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