Events
With over 800 Festivals & Events running year round, concerts that include the top touring musical acts, countless farmers markets and car shows in the Chicago Southland, the hard part isn’t deciding IF you should come but rather which event you ARE going to attend.
Whether it is Snow Day Festival at the Plum Creek Nature Center in January, Irish Fest at Chicago’s Gaelic Park in May, any of our year round farmers markets or Lansing Autumn Fest in October, you won’t have to travel far to find family friendly activities for any age.
Cultural Events
Fairs / Carnivals
Parades
Below are the next 30 upcoming events in the Chicago Southland. Use the form above to search for specific events.
Wheelchair Accessibled Displays/Arts/Crafts
ag Agricultural/Food/Harvest
c Cultural Event
w Workshop/Seminar
$ Admission Fee
h Holiday Celebration
o Outdoor Activity
s Sports Event/Recreational
f Fair, Carnival
e Expo/Consumer Show
p Parade
BRIDES THROUGH THE DECADES
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 23, 2019
Lansing Public Library, Lower Level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing, IL
312-969-0385
Vintage bridal attire and other fashions from the late 1800's with photographs of bridal couples and commentary about the fashion trends of the times.
M 6-8PM; W 3-5PM; Sa 11AM-1PM
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Lansing Public Library, Lower Level
2750 Indiana Avenue, Lansing, IL
312-969-0385
Vintage bridal attire and other fashions from the late 1800's with photographs of bridal couples and commentary about the fashion trends of the times.
M 6-8PM; W 3-5PM; Sa 11AM-1PM
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FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
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271 Lakewood Boulevard
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-1118
This market offers fresh garden produce, bakery items and herbs. Freshly cooked pork sandwiches and tamales are also available. Come to the market to meet friends, chat, browse and shop. For more information, visit our website or call.
Sa 7AM-12PM
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FARMERS MARKET - TINLEY PARK
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
Zabrocki Plaza
17375 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-525-4484
Visit the farmer's market every Saturday for the best selection of fruits, vegetables, fresh flowers and much more!
Sa 7:30AM-12:30PM
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Zabrocki Plaza
17375 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-525-4484
Visit the farmer's market every Saturday for the best selection of fruits, vegetables, fresh flowers and much more!
Sa 7:30AM-12:30PM
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SWAP O RAMA FLEA MARKET (W, SA-SU)
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
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4350 West 129th Street
Alsip, IL
708-344-7300
Chicagoland's finest-most modern indoor/outdoor permanent flea market. Over 800 individual booths of merchandise at bargain prices - every weekend.
W 7AM-2PM; Sa & Su 7AM-4PM
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FARMERS MARKET - HOMEWOOD
Aug 3, 2019 - Aug 31, 2019
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
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Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Homewood’s Farmers Market provides a fun atmosphere for shopping the best produce, baked goods, and prepared foods. All will enjoy live music and children’s activities.
Sa 8AM-1PM
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COUNTRY MARKETS - FRANKFORT
Aug 4, 2019 - Aug 25, 2019
Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
The market features locally grown produce, grass-fed meats, eggs, baked goods, infused oils, freshly prepared foods and so much more. Enjoy live music on our local flavor stage and other special events throughout the season.
Su 9AM-2PM
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Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
The market features locally grown produce, grass-fed meats, eggs, baked goods, infused oils, freshly prepared foods and so much more. Enjoy live music on our local flavor stage and other special events throughout the season.
Su 9AM-2PM
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FARMERS MARKET - CRETE
Aug 5, 2019 - Aug 26, 2019
Exchange & Main Streets
Crete, IL
708-672-0729
The European Market hosts locally grown fresh produce, flowers and other seasonal and specialty items.
M 4-8PM
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Exchange & Main Streets
Crete, IL
708-672-0729
The European Market hosts locally grown fresh produce, flowers and other seasonal and specialty items.
M 4-8PM
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CRETE CRUISE NIGHT
Aug 5, 2019 - Aug 26, 2019
Downtown Main Street
Crete, IL
708-672-9216
Pre - 1986 Cars and Trucks
M 5-9PM
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Downtown Main Street
Crete, IL
708-672-9216
Pre - 1986 Cars and Trucks
M 5-9PM
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FARMERS MARKET - ALSIP
Aug 6, 2019 - Aug 27, 2019
Apollo Recreation Center
12521 South Kostner Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Tu 3-7PM
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Apollo Recreation Center
12521 South Kostner Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-389-1003
Tu 3-7PM
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DOWNTOWN TINLEY CRUISE NIGHTS
Aug 6, 2019 - Aug 27, 2019
Along Oak Park Avenue from 171st to 173rd Streets
Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
Tuesday Cruise Nights feature classic cars, DJ music, food and beverages available. This event is presented by Tinley Park VFW Post 2791.
Tu 5-9PM
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Along Oak Park Avenue from 171st to 173rd Streets
Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
Tuesday Cruise Nights feature classic cars, DJ music, food and beverages available. This event is presented by Tinley Park VFW Post 2791.
Tu 5-9PM
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KIWANIS BINGO EVERY WEDNESDAY
Aug 7, 2019 - Aug 28, 2019
Orland Park Civic Center
14750 Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-6200
W 6-9:30PM
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Orland Park Civic Center
14750 Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-6200
W 6-9:30PM
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FARMERS MARKET - PALOS HEIGHTS
Aug 7, 2019 - Aug 28, 2019
City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
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City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1800
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
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FARMERS MARKET - OAK LAWN
Aug 7, 2019 - Aug 28, 2019
52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
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52nd Avenue & Dumke Drive
Oak Lawn, IL
708-499-7744
The village has lined up great vendors where you can pick out fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, find unique gifts and visit with Oak Lawn businesses.
W 7AM-1PM
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PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR AND ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION
Aug 19, 2019 - Aug 29, 2019
Christopher Art Gallery
Prairie State College, 202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-7738
Our annual fall student exhibition features the work of the Photographer of the Year, who is chosen each year by jury. Other works will include drawings, paintings, photographs and digital works.
M-Th 9AM-3PM & W-Th 5PM-7PM
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Christopher Art Gallery
Prairie State College, 202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL
708-709-7738
Our annual fall student exhibition features the work of the Photographer of the Year, who is chosen each year by jury. Other works will include drawings, paintings, photographs and digital works.
M-Th 9AM-3PM & W-Th 5PM-7PM
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WILL COUNTY FAIR
Aug 21, 2019 - Aug 25, 2019
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-258-9359
Our local fair includes livestock judging as well as arts and crafts judging. Free family entertainment tent. Carnival, food, grandstand entertainment and commercial exhibits and a beer tent.
7AM-12AM
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-258-9359
Our local fair includes livestock judging as well as arts and crafts judging. Free family entertainment tent. Carnival, food, grandstand entertainment and commercial exhibits and a beer tent.
7AM-12AM
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PICKLEBALL SOCIAL
Aug 23, 2019
H-F Racquet & Fitness Club
2920 West 183rd Street, Homewood, IL
708-957-1323
All Ages & Level Welcome; Pizza & Pop included Organized play - All equipment provided Space is Limited! Register by August 20 - $15/PERSON
6-8PM
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H-F Racquet & Fitness Club
2920 West 183rd Street, Homewood, IL
708-957-1323
All Ages & Level Welcome; Pizza & Pop included Organized play - All equipment provided Space is Limited! Register by August 20 - $15/PERSON
6-8PM
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DIERKS BENTLEY
Aug 23, 2019
Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
19100 South Ridgeland Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
312-559-1212
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Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
19100 South Ridgeland Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
312-559-1212
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23RD ANNUAL CAR SHOW - CARS UNDER THE STARS
Aug 23, 2019
Commissioner's Park
7800 Archer Road, Justice, IL
708-625-6728
The Village of Justice in coordination with the Justice Park District Present Cars Under the Stars, the 22nd annual auto show on Friday, August 24, 2018 from 4:00PM to 9:00PM at Commissioner's Park - 7800 Archer Road. Come out and enjoy great music, food, beverages, and a great variety of cars. For more information or to register call Rich Sparr at 708-625-6728.
4-9PM
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Commissioner's Park
7800 Archer Road, Justice, IL
708-625-6728
The Village of Justice in coordination with the Justice Park District Present Cars Under the Stars, the 22nd annual auto show on Friday, August 24, 2018 from 4:00PM to 9:00PM at Commissioner's Park - 7800 Archer Road. Come out and enjoy great music, food, beverages, and a great variety of cars. For more information or to register call Rich Sparr at 708-625-6728.
4-9PM
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FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY
Aug 23, 2019
Messenger Marsh
16321 South Bell Road, Homer Glen, IL
815-727-8700
Enjoy your favorite fare on wheels right in your community. In addition to yummy and convenient food, enjoy the trails and activities, plus it’s hard to beat the view. Forest Preserve staff will be on-site with preserve information, activities and items for checkout: bags, binoculars and field guides to get you out exploring the preserve and exercising.
5-7PM
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Messenger Marsh
16321 South Bell Road, Homer Glen, IL
815-727-8700
Enjoy your favorite fare on wheels right in your community. In addition to yummy and convenient food, enjoy the trails and activities, plus it’s hard to beat the view. Forest Preserve staff will be on-site with preserve information, activities and items for checkout: bags, binoculars and field guides to get you out exploring the preserve and exercising.
5-7PM
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FRIDAYS AFTER FIVE
Aug 23, 2019
New Lenox Village Commons
1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL
815-462-6400
Fridays After Five brings food trucks and live music to the Village Commons for a relaxing way to start your weekend.
5:30-9PM
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New Lenox Village Commons
1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL
815-462-6400
Fridays After Five brings food trucks and live music to the Village Commons for a relaxing way to start your weekend.
5:30-9PM
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WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS BASEBALL
Aug 23, 2019 - Aug 25, 2019
Ozinga Field
14011 South Kenton Avenue, Crestwood, IL
708-489-2255
The Windy City ThunderBolts baseball brings affordable family entertainment all summer long at Ozinga Field. Call to reserve groups or parties today!
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Ozinga Field
14011 South Kenton Avenue, Crestwood, IL
708-489-2255
The Windy City ThunderBolts baseball brings affordable family entertainment all summer long at Ozinga Field. Call to reserve groups or parties today!
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ZOO BREW
Aug 24, 2019
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL
708-688-8000
Enjoy bears and beers, lions and lagers, anteaters and ales...
5-9PM
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Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL
708-688-8000
Enjoy bears and beers, lions and lagers, anteaters and ales...
5-9PM
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JUNQUE IN YER TRUNK
Aug 24, 2019
Trantina Farm
15744 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL
708-301-0522
Sell your garage sale items like small appliances, clothing, knicknacks, etc. NO large appliances, explosives, fireworks or firearms. Your junk could be someone else's treasure!
10AM-3PM
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Trantina Farm
15744 West 151st Street, Homer Glen, IL
708-301-0522
Sell your garage sale items like small appliances, clothing, knicknacks, etc. NO large appliances, explosives, fireworks or firearms. Your junk could be someone else's treasure!
10AM-3PM
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MUSIC IN THE PLAZA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Aug 24, 2019
Zabrocki Plaza
17375 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
Enjoy music under the stars. Food and beverages are available. Don't forget your lawn chairs and blankets! Visit the website to see who is playing!
7-10PM
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Zabrocki Plaza
17375 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
Enjoy music under the stars. Food and beverages are available. Don't forget your lawn chairs and blankets! Visit the website to see who is playing!
7-10PM
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HOOTIE AND THE BLOWFISH
Aug 24, 2019
Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
19100 South Ridgeland Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
312-559-1212
7:30PM
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Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
19100 South Ridgeland Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
312-559-1212
7:30PM
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LOVERBOY AND JEFFERSON STARSHIP
Aug 24, 2019
Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-7275
The resident-only ticket presale begins June 14 and runs through June 23, and tickets can be bought at the Village of Orland Park Sportsplex at 11351 W. 159th St., or at the Frederick T. Owens Village Hall at 14700 Ravinia Ave. Tickets for admission are $30 each. Regular ticket sales begin on June 24 and are open to residents and guests alike. Tickets will be available online beginning June 24 at
4:30-10PM
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Centennial Park
15600 West Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-7275
The resident-only ticket presale begins June 14 and runs through June 23, and tickets can be bought at the Village of Orland Park Sportsplex at 11351 W. 159th St., or at the Frederick T. Owens Village Hall at 14700 Ravinia Ave. Tickets for admission are $30 each. Regular ticket sales begin on June 24 and are open to residents and guests alike. Tickets will be available online beginning June 24 at
4:30-10PM
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SUMMER BONFIRE
Aug 24, 2019
Camp Shabbona Woods
Forest Preserves of Cook County, 15810 North Torrence Avenue, South Holland, IL
708-868-0606
Join us as we celebrate summer with a giant bonfire! We'll also have nature play, art-making, s'mores, and a food truck.
6-9:30PM
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Camp Shabbona Woods
Forest Preserves of Cook County, 15810 North Torrence Avenue, South Holland, IL
708-868-0606
Join us as we celebrate summer with a giant bonfire! We'll also have nature play, art-making, s'mores, and a food truck.
6-9:30PM
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FALL THEATER AUDTIONS
Aug 24, 2019
Tinley Park Performing Arts Center
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Save The Date - Fall 2019 Auditions Kidz, Children and Teen Plays! $58 Resident / $75 Non-Resident
9AM-5PM
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Tinley Park Performing Arts Center
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Save The Date - Fall 2019 Auditions Kidz, Children and Teen Plays! $58 Resident / $75 Non-Resident
9AM-5PM
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BREAKFAST WITH THE HUMMINGBIRDS
Aug 24, 2019
Plum Creek Nature Center
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27064 South Dutton Road, Beecher, IL
708-946-2216
Enjoy the bird and butterfly garden at Plum Creek Nature Center and experience the hummingbirds as they zip back and forth sipping from the feeders and flowers. Find out how you can attract hummingbirds to your yard by providing them with what they need during their summer visits. Bring a chair and pick your spot in the garden to view the birds. Coffee and pastries will be provided so you can relax and enjoy breakfast among the birds. Plum Creek Nature Center is an accessible facility. The garden is on an uneven, natural surface.
10AM-12PM
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Plum Creek Nature Center
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27064 South Dutton Road, Beecher, IL
708-946-2216
Enjoy the bird and butterfly garden at Plum Creek Nature Center and experience the hummingbirds as they zip back and forth sipping from the feeders and flowers. Find out how you can attract hummingbirds to your yard by providing them with what they need during their summer visits. Bring a chair and pick your spot in the garden to view the birds. Coffee and pastries will be provided so you can relax and enjoy breakfast among the birds. Plum Creek Nature Center is an accessible facility. The garden is on an uneven, natural surface.
10AM-12PM
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KIDZ BOP
Aug 25, 2019
Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
19100 South Ridgeland Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
312-559-1212
4PM
Visit Website $ c o
Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
19100 South Ridgeland Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
312-559-1212
4PM
Visit Website $ c o
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