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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.

Due to COVID-19 recommendations, many events in the Chicago Southland are being postponed or cancelled. Please check the event website or call the number listed to get up-to-date information on specific events. For more information on the Restore Illinois plan, please click here. Although events may be postponed or cancelled, virtual events are still taking place.

For a current list of virtual events taking place throughout the Chicago Southland, please click here.

Agricultural / Food / Harvest

Cultural Events

Displays / Arts & Crafts

Below are the next 30 upcoming events in the Chicago Southland. Use the form above to search for specific events.

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d Displays/Arts/Crafts

ag Agricultural/Food/Harvest

c Cultural Event

w Workshop/Seminar

$ Admission Fee

h Holiday Celebration

m Music (Live)

o Outdoor Activity

s Sports Event/Recreational

f Fair, Carnival

e Expo/Consumer Show

p Parade

Being the Dream - Virtual Feb 19, 2021 - Feb 28, 2021
Virtual on The Drama Group's YouTubeChannel

708-738-1440
Being the Dream is a celebration of African American life, talent and culture.
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Racism Anonymous: Exploring the Hidden Power of Racism in the Workplace (A Virtual Webinar) Feb 25, 2021
Virtual
South Holland, IL
708-225-6055
Facilitated by Leah Hinton, BA, Explore the internal & external influences that shape our personal & racial identities. Cost $35pp; $30pp if 3 or more from the same company attend, $10 surcharge for HR credits. To register, please email bci@ssc.edu or call 708-225-6055. Zoom link will be provided after receipt of payment. Reservations & payment required by 5PM Tues, Feb 23rd.
9AM-12PM
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Sketching Virtual Workshop with Marino Castillo-Blue Island Feb 26, 2021
Virtual
Blue Island, IL
Sketching Virtual Workshop Pt I-Facial Expressions. Hosted by BIAA Board Member Marino Castillo, this workshop hosted via Zoom will teach attendees the basics of sketching facial expressions. The price for the workshop is $10, but for an extra $20 you’ll also receive 2 beer & nosh pairings curated through a partnership between 2 Blue Island favorites, Blue Island Beer Co & Butter Upon Bacon! You’ll need to pick up your beer & nosh pairing ahead of this event at Blue Island Beer Co on Feb 24 or 25 during their normal operating hrs: 3PM–8PM All attendees must register & pay online by clicking here: https://blue-island-arts-alliance.square.site/.../3...Date: Fri, Feb 26 @ 7PM. Supplies needed, Paper & pencil. A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants at least 2 days prior to this event. Registration closes on Feb 22.
7PM
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Comic Shorts - Virtual Feb 26, 2021
Virtual
Palos Park, IL
Missing the theatre? Need a laugh? Come join us for a night of Comic Shorts. Join us on Zoom to play along or be a spectator and watch on Facebook Live! Email sarahcallis27@gmail.com to join the cast! We will be reading a couple of short comic plays. You can participate as an actor or a spectator and watch on Facebook Live. If you would like to be a part of the readings, please respond to this email to reserve your spot and you will be contacted with further details.
7PM
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH: UNDERGROUND RAILROAD Walks HIKE Feb 27, 2021
Sand Ridge Nature Center
15891 Paxton Avenue, South Holland, IL
708-868-0606
Join us on a self-guided journey that follows the Underground Railroad route connected to the Calumet Region during the mid-1800s. No registration required.
9AM & 3PM
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Free Covid-19 Testing Feb 27, 2021
Village of Dolton
14122 Martin Luther King Drive, Dolton, IL
773-563-6400
Free Covid-19 Testing Saturdays & Tuesdays throughout the month of February. Bring Valid ID.
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Learn Sign Language - Virtual - Phoenix Feb 27, 2021
Barack Obama Learning Center-VIRTUAL
15500 8th Avenue, Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Every Saturday in February through March 13th. Books can be purchased by contacting the library. Free classes via Zoom. Log into: zoom.us/join. Zoom call-in info Meeting ID: 956-5383 / Password: EJNq73
Sa: 10AM-11AM
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Learn To Speak Spanish-Virtual-Phoenix Feb 27, 2021
Barack Obama Learning Center-VIRTUAL
15500 8th Avenue, Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Log into: zoom.us/join, Zoom call in info-meeting ID: 95854849920/ Password: EJNq73 Books can be purchased by contacting the library. Free classes via zoom.
11:30AM-12:30PM
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Virtual Girl Scout Cookit & Craft Beer Pairing Feb 27, 2021
Flossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery
1035 Sterling Avenue, Flossmoor, IL
708-957-2739
We’re partnering with Girl Scouts at Western Avenue School on a virtual Cookie & Craft Beer Pairing! This virtual pairing includes options for 2 or 4 people. In addition, Brewmaster Ryan Czaja will lead a Zoom tasting on Sat, Feb 27 at 1pm, but we’ll also have a recorded version & tasting sheet if you’re unable to make it live. Pick up will be Mon, Feb 22 through Fri, Feb 26. Call us at 708-957-2739 or stop by the Station to order your pairing today!
1PM
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Early Integration & the History of the Commission on Human Relations Feb 28, 2021
YouTube Channel Park Forest Historical Society
Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
Panel discussion from February 2, 1992 about Park Forest Commission on Human Relations role in the peaceful, early integration of Park Forest, IL beginning in December 1959. YouTube.
2:30PM-4:30PM
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Fit Body Challenge Mar 2, 2021 - Mar 31, 2021
HF Racquet/FitnessClub
2920 West 183rd Street, Homewood, IL
708-799-1323
Get 2021 started off right with the Fit Body Challenge. This year we are going virtual with our redesigned 8-week wellness & fitness program. First class will be a “meet & greet” & workout with the participants & coordinator. The next 6-weeks will include a variety of weekly workouts(recorded by H-F personal trainers & group fitness instructors) available in the Fit Body library of classes along with healthy recipes to try at home. Weekly email check-ins will provide strategies & support. Participants are asked to come into the Club on Tuesdays for a weekly weigh-in. Group will have a Zoom check-in (with workout) halfway through & Zoom meeting at the end to announce the winner(determined by percentage of 8-week weight loss.)Program led by Fit Body coach: Kelly A.Fee:$75 M/$90R/$108NR Code:156513-01(in-person)156513-02 (virtual)
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Staying Fit & Staying Safe-Virtual Exercise Sessions Mar 3, 2021
VIRTUAL
Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Classes for Seniors. Every Wednesday starting Feb 17-March 24, 11AM-12PM, join us on Zoom: www.zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 94651139415 Password: GY216t
11AM-12PM
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GOT HOMEWORK? NEED HELP? Mar 3, 2021

Dolton, IL
708-849-2385
For ages 5-14 years old. Chat with us the 1st & 3rd Wednesday's of each month at www.doltonpubliclibrary.org or phone in 708-849-2385 ext. 4 from 3:30PM-5:30PM. Sessions limited to 15 minutes each.
3:30-5:30PM
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ART RECEPTION: GIRL SCOUT SHOW Mar 6, 2021
Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
The VVAC March Gallery will portray artist submissions from the Girl Scouts of America from March 2-27! The open artists reception will have facility limitations/restrictions on Saturday, March 6 from 1-3pm. Face masks are required and social distancing is encouraged!
1-3PM
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Oak Forest Fleadh 2021 Mar 6, 2021
Oak Forest-Crestwood Area Chamber of Commerce
15440 South Central Avenue, Oak Forest, IL
708-687-4600
FLEADH AROUND TOWN MARCH 6Th. It's a full day of FITNESS, FAMILY & FUN. 8a-10a Run the Virtual #CNBFleadh5k Get a group together & map your own course! Walk/run on the treadmill! Make time with your family & run together. The ideas are endless. You pick the time & place, then post pics after to share your success! #fleadharoundtown Register at www.race roster.com/37373 8:30a-10:30a Leprechaun Family Activities at Oak Forest Park District Family fun includes games, crafts, concessions & hot cocoa! Family Parade at 11a Parade will be on CENTRAL AVENUE this year, from Oak Forest High School running south to the Oak Forest Park District. Parade Grand Marshal is Run to the Pub! This energetic running club started with the Fleadh and they are celebrating their 9th Anniversary! Feeling lucky? Then join the search for the $1000 GOLDEN TICKET! One lucky ticket will be hidden along the parade route on March 6th. We can't wait to see everyone hunt for gold! After a fun filled morning, make sure to visit our area restaurants & bars, they will be ready for you to enjoy some Irish cheer throughout the day & evening. Register at www.raceroster.com/37373Get your group together & Register for the #cnbfleadh5k. Run or Walk, Virtually anywhere.
8AM-11AM
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Learn Sign Language - Virtual - Phoenix Mar 6, 2021
Barack Obama Learning Center-VIRTUAL
15500 8th Avenue, Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Every Saturday in February through March 13th. Books can be purchased by contacting the library. Free classes via Zoom. Log into: zoom.us/join. Zoom call-in info Meeting ID: 956-5383 / Password: EJNq73
Sa: 10AM-11AM
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Learn To Speak Spanish-Virtual-Phoenix Mar 6, 2021
Barack Obama Learning Center-VIRTUAL
15500 8th Avenue, Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Log into: zoom.us/join, Zoom call in info-meeting ID: 95854849920/ Password: EJNq73 Books can be purchased by contacting the library. Free classes via zoom.
11:30AM-12:30PM
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IRISH TEA Mar 7, 2021
Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Stop in for a spot of tea at the Vogt Visual Arts Center! Enjoy the festive St. Patrick's Day decorations, music and traditional Irish goodies like scones, soda bread and an assortment of teas. In addition, delight in the beautiful Girl Scout exhibit on display at the event.
11:30AM-1PM
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RUNNING O' THE GREEN 8K Mar 7, 2021
Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
The first 550 registered participants receive a unisex long sleeve tech shirt. For safety of our runners, spectators & staff, groups of 50 racers will start at staggered times, every 15 minutes beginning at 8AM. Pre-registration closes March 4 at 3 pm. Registration re-opens at 7 am on race day. Packet pick-up is on March 6 from 8AM to 3PM at the Recreation Center.
8AM
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Evil Horse Open Mic 1st n 3rd Sundays! Mar 7, 2021
Evil Horse Brewing Company
1338 Main Street, Crete, IL
708-304-2907
IT'S BACK!!! I'm hosting at Evil Horse on 1ST AND 3RD Sundays 5 to 8. Bring a mic if you got it! (if not I do have some extras you can use). MAKE A JOYFUL SOUND!! STARTING ON THE 21ST OF FEB!!
5PM-8PM
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Staying Fit & Staying Safe-Virtual Exercise Sessions Mar 10, 2021
VIRTUAL
Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Classes for Seniors. Every Wednesday starting Feb 17-March 24, 11AM-12PM, join us on Zoom: www.zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 94651139415 Password: GY216t
11AM-12PM
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SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR Mar 13, 2021
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
This fair highlights many of the talented artists and crafters in the community. Exhibits are open to the public at no charge!
10AM-3PM
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Learn Sign Language - Virtual - Phoenix Mar 13, 2021
Barack Obama Learning Center-VIRTUAL
15500 8th Avenue, Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Every Saturday in February through March 13th. Books can be purchased by contacting the library. Free classes via Zoom. Log into: zoom.us/join. Zoom call-in info Meeting ID: 956-5383 / Password: EJNq73
Sa: 10AM-11AM
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Learn To Speak Spanish-Virtual-Phoenix Mar 13, 2021
Barack Obama Learning Center-VIRTUAL
15500 8th Avenue, Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Log into: zoom.us/join, Zoom call in info-meeting ID: 95854849920/ Password: EJNq73 Books can be purchased by contacting the library. Free classes via zoom.
11:30AM-12:30PM
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Pancake Picnic Mar 13, 2021
Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center
20000 South Western Avenue, Olympia Fields, IL
708-481-2330
Discover the sweet secret & history of turning Maple sap into syrup as you take a short hike through the woods. The trail ends with a tree tapping demonstration & yummy pancakes served with real maple syrup. Each family will have their own picnic table to safely enjoy this delicious treat. $8R/$10N
9:15AM
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Sweet Home Chicago Blues: Celebrating 50 Years of Alligator Records (Premiere)-VIRTUAL Mar 13, 2021 - Mar 31, 2021
Governors State University Center for Performing Arts
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
708-235-2222
Available On Demand through April 11.Tickets: $50/$35/$25 per household. We believe that arts should be accessible to all. Please pay what you can. After you register, your viewable link & password (if applicable) will be sent to the email you used to register. You may access the concert on demand until April 11 at 10PM. Sweet Home Chicago Blues will feature internationally renowned vocalist Shemekia Copeland, slide guitar master Lil’ Ed Williams, beloved Chicago blues guitarist & songwriter Toronzo Cannon & legendary harmonica player Billy Branch with his all-star band, The Sons Of Blues. The Sons of Blues will serve as house band for the show, backing each of the headliners.
7pm-9pm
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Irish In the Industries (Zoom Webinar) Mar 14, 2021
Virtual
Mokena, IL
815-886-1467
With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, let’s celebrate by learning about the hardworking Irish who drove our industries. In this Zoom webinar, an interpretive naturalist will share the stories of the Irish who helped develop this area by working in the industries of canal building and steel manufacturing. We’ll discuss why the Irish settled here and their role in the area’s economy. Free! Ages 16 & older. Registration is required. The meeting ID and password for the Zoom session will be sent via email after registration.
12PM-12:45PM
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JELLY BEAN CONTEST Mar 15, 2021 - Apr 9, 2021
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
From March 15 through April 9, there will be a jar full of jelly beans in the Bettenhausen Recreation Center. Come in and guess how many jelly beans are in the jar. Prizes will be awarded to the two children who come closest to the exact count. Children ages 3-12 only.
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Be informed, be prepared, bridging the digital divide Crisis and Disaster Mobile Apps-Virtual Mar 16, 2021
Virtual
Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Join us on Zoom, www.zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 97496388505 Password: NU9m7F
11AM-12PM
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Staying Fit & Staying Safe-Virtual Exercise Sessions Mar 17, 2021
VIRTUAL
Phoenix, IL
708-596-5515
Classes for Seniors. Every Wednesday starting Feb 17-March 24, 11AM-12PM, join us on Zoom: www.zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 94651139415 Password: GY216t
11AM-12PM
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