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.
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.
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
m Music (Live)
o Outdoor Activity
s Sports Event/Recreational
f Fair, Carnival
e Expo/Consumer Show
p Parade
FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
Aug 1, 2020 - Aug 29, 2020
152 Main Street
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-2005
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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152 Main Street
Corner of Lakewood Boulevard & Cunningham Drive, Park Forest, IL
708-748-2005
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 1, 2020 - Aug 29, 2020
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 8AM-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 8AM-12:30PM
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FARMERS MARKET - HOMEWOOD
Aug 1, 2020 - Aug 29, 2020
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.
Seniors 8-9AM; 9AM-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.
Seniors 8-9AM; 9AM-1PM
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IT'S SUMMER AT THE MUSEUM
Aug 1, 2020 - Aug 29, 2020
1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road (inside St. Mary's), Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
Museum features a display on Park Forest Aqua Center history, along with all the regular displays life in the first five years of Park Forest.
W & Sa 1-3:30PM; other days and hours by appointment
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1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road (inside St. Mary's), Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
Museum features a display on Park Forest Aqua Center history, along with all the regular displays life in the first five years of Park Forest.
W & Sa 1-3:30PM; other days and hours by appointment
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SWAP O RAMA FLEA MARKET (W, SA-SU)
Aug 1, 2020 - Aug 30, 2020
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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CHICAGO WHITE SOX BASEBALL
Aug 1, 2020 - Aug 31, 2020
Chicago White Sox
Guaranteed Rate Field, 333 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL
312-674-1000
The Chicago White Sox play spectacular Major League baseball providing great entertainment for families from April through September.
Visit Website $ o s
Chicago White Sox
Guaranteed Rate Field, 333 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL
312-674-1000
The Chicago White Sox play spectacular Major League baseball providing great entertainment for families from April through September.
Visit Website $ o s
BENCHES ON THE AVENUE
Aug 1, 2020 - Aug 31, 2020
Along Oak Park Avenue from 172nd to 176th
Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
This public art program features benches that showcase the unique and colorful designs of professional and amateur artists. This year's theme is Around the World.
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Along Oak Park Avenue from 172nd to 176th
Tinley Park, IL
708-444-5678
This public art program features benches that showcase the unique and colorful designs of professional and amateur artists. This year's theme is Around the World.
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MONEE RESERVOIR BIG FISH CONTEST
Aug 1, 2020 - Aug 31, 2020
Monee Reservoir
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27341 Ridgeland Avenue, Monee, IL
708-534-8499
Fish Monee Reservoir for a chance to win a prize for the biggest bass, catfish and panfish by length. Bring your catch to the visitor center and we will measure, photograph and record your fish to enter the contest. Your photo will be included on the Monee Reservoir Big Fish Display at the visitor center. Even if you don’t have the biggest fish in a category, there is a chance to win a prize just for entering. One name will be drawn from all entries to win a prize. Monee Reservoir supports catch and release and we encourage all entries to be live and released. Winners will be announced on September 1. Ages 16 or older. No registration required.
6AM-7PM
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Monee Reservoir
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27341 Ridgeland Avenue, Monee, IL
708-534-8499
Fish Monee Reservoir for a chance to win a prize for the biggest bass, catfish and panfish by length. Bring your catch to the visitor center and we will measure, photograph and record your fish to enter the contest. Your photo will be included on the Monee Reservoir Big Fish Display at the visitor center. Even if you don’t have the biggest fish in a category, there is a chance to win a prize just for entering. One name will be drawn from all entries to win a prize. Monee Reservoir supports catch and release and we encourage all entries to be live and released. Winners will be announced on September 1. Ages 16 or older. No registration required.
6AM-7PM
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COUNTRY MARKETS - FRANKFORT
Aug 2, 2020 - Aug 30, 2020
Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
The Frankfort Country Market is conveniently located in downtown historic Frankfort. The Frankfort Country Market is a grower's only market, featuring locally-grown produce, plants, baked goods, prepared food and gourmet products. Regrettably, live entertainment, family events and chef demos will be missing this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Su 9AM-1PM
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Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
The Frankfort Country Market is conveniently located in downtown historic Frankfort. The Frankfort Country Market is a grower's only market, featuring locally-grown produce, plants, baked goods, prepared food and gourmet products. Regrettably, live entertainment, family events and chef demos will be missing this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Su 9AM-1PM
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CONCERTS ON THE GREEN
Aug 2, 2020 - Aug 30, 2020
Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-3356
Join us in celebrating our 32nd year of Sunday evening Concerts on the Green! For your added convenience, public parking is available at White and Elwood Streets.
Su 6:30-8PM
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Breidert Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-3356
Join us in celebrating our 32nd year of Sunday evening Concerts on the Green! For your added convenience, public parking is available at White and Elwood Streets.
Su 6:30-8PM
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FARMERS MARKET - PALOS HEIGHTS
Aug 5, 2020 - Aug 26, 2020
City of Palos Heights
Municipal Parking Lot, 12217 South Harlem Avenue, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1807
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
708-361-1807
Great locally grown produce, food products and plants every Wednesday morning. LINK cards accepted.
W 7AM-1PM
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THURSDAY IN THE PARK: UP (PG)
Aug 6, 2020
Republic Bank Band Shell
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Bring your picnic basket, lawn chair or blanket, and join us at The Band Shell for evenings of live music and movies this summer. Our lineup this year offers something for everyone! registration required. 211005F
Dusk
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Republic Bank Band Shell
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Bring your picnic basket, lawn chair or blanket, and join us at The Band Shell for evenings of live music and movies this summer. Our lineup this year offers something for everyone! registration required. 211005F
Dusk
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FARMERS MARKET - EVERGREEN PARK
Aug 6, 2020 - Aug 27, 2020
Yukich Field
88th Street & Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL
708-422-8776
Th 7AM-1PM
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Yukich Field
88th Street & Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL
708-422-8776
Th 7AM-1PM
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MOVIE IN THE PARK
Aug 7, 2020
Palos Park Village Green
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
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Palos Park Village Green
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
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JERRY ROSSEN PUBLIC AUCTION - ONLINE
Aug 7, 2020
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
6PM
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
6PM
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GAZEBO JAZZ NIGHT
Aug 7, 2020
Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
This summer, stop by the VVAC for nights of art and jazz. Enjoy the gallery reception inside, featuring fine art done by local and well-known artists. Then take a stroll outside to our gazebo to hear live jazz selections! Registration required. 211047C
7-9PM
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Vogt Visual Arts Center
17420 South 67th Court, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
This summer, stop by the VVAC for nights of art and jazz. Enjoy the gallery reception inside, featuring fine art done by local and well-known artists. Then take a stroll outside to our gazebo to hear live jazz selections! Registration required. 211047C
7-9PM
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38TH ANNUAL FISHING DERBY
Aug 8, 2020
Ashbourn Lake
9101 South Meadowview Drive, Orland Hills, IL
708-349-7211
Fishing Derby at Ashbourne Lake. Prizes for largest species caught. Call for age group and times for fishing. Must have or purchase a Village fishing permit. $5 nonresidents
6:30-9:30AM
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Ashbourn Lake
9101 South Meadowview Drive, Orland Hills, IL
708-349-7211
Fishing Derby at Ashbourne Lake. Prizes for largest species caught. Call for age group and times for fishing. Must have or purchase a Village fishing permit. $5 nonresidents
6:30-9:30AM
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COCKTAILS WITH TALES OF OLD ORLAND
Aug 8, 2020
Orland Park History Museum
14415 Beacon Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Join the Museum Curator to discuss the history of Orland Park and the downtown area.
1-3PM
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Orland Park History Museum
14415 Beacon Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Join the Museum Curator to discuss the history of Orland Park and the downtown area.
1-3PM
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BACK TO SCHOOL FUN FAIR
Aug 13, 2020
Republic Bank Band Shell
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Celebrate the end of summer break with a performance by DJ Don Gray, games, selfie station and more! Registration required. 211001F
7-10PM
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Republic Bank Band Shell
8125 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Celebrate the end of summer break with a performance by DJ Don Gray, games, selfie station and more! Registration required. 211001F
7-10PM
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JERRY ROSSEN PUBLIC AUCTION - ONLINE
Aug 14, 2020
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
6PM
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
6PM
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BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
Aug 14, 2020
Commissioners Park
22108 South 80th Avenue, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Vendors, Games, Splash Park, DJ, touch-a-truck
6-8PM
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Commissioners Park
22108 South 80th Avenue, Frankfort, IL
815-469-9400
Vendors, Games, Splash Park, DJ, touch-a-truck
6-8PM
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CONCERTS ON THE GREEN
Aug 14, 2020
Fountain Hills Golf Course
12601 South Kedzie Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-388-4653
Come enjoy an evening out under the stars on the second Friday of each month from May through September while taking in live local bands.
6:30-9:30PM
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Fountain Hills Golf Course
12601 South Kedzie Avenue, Alsip, IL
708-388-4653
Come enjoy an evening out under the stars on the second Friday of each month from May through September while taking in live local bands.
6:30-9:30PM
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LATE SUMMER FISHING DERBY
Aug 15, 2020
Bull Frog Lake
9600 Wolf Road, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
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Bull Frog Lake
9600 Wolf Road, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
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SUMMER CONCERT #3
Aug 15, 2020
Senior Citizen Pavillion
3140 Enterprise Park Avenue, South Chicago Heights, IL
708-755-1880
Don't miss the next concert Country Band on Saturday, September 14, 2019. Food, drinks, & alcohol will be sold from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with the band starting at 7:00 p.m. Come join the fun!
5-10PM
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Senior Citizen Pavillion
3140 Enterprise Park Avenue, South Chicago Heights, IL
708-755-1880
Don't miss the next concert Country Band on Saturday, September 14, 2019. Food, drinks, & alcohol will be sold from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. with the band starting at 7:00 p.m. Come join the fun!
5-10PM
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SWAP O RAMA FLEA MARKET
Aug 16, 2020
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
8AM
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
8AM
SUNSET SONATA
Aug 19, 2020
Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1873
Enjoy a night of beautiful music on the Clubhouse lawn from a string quartet courtesy of the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra. Every ticket comes with two complimentary cocktails garnished with herbs from our very own herb garden. $40 entree
6PM-9PM
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Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1873
Enjoy a night of beautiful music on the Clubhouse lawn from a string quartet courtesy of the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra. Every ticket comes with two complimentary cocktails garnished with herbs from our very own herb garden. $40 entree
6PM-9PM
Visit Website $ ag c o
CONCERT ON THE GREEN
Aug 20, 2020
Palos Park Village Green
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
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Palos Park Village Green
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
Visit Website c m o
JERRY ROSSEN PUBLIC AUCTION - ONLINE
Aug 21, 2020
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
6PM
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
6PM
Visit Website
THE ESSENTIAL P.T. BARNUM
Aug 21, 2020
Orland Park
14415 Beacon Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Did you see the film “The Greatest Showman”? Ever wanted to learn more about the circus? Join us at the museum as we learn about P.T. Barnum, one of the most famous people in the world and the man who revolutionized the circus.
6-7:30PM
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Orland Park
14415 Beacon Avenue, Orland Park, IL
708-403-5000
Did you see the film “The Greatest Showman”? Ever wanted to learn more about the circus? Join us at the museum as we learn about P.T. Barnum, one of the most famous people in the world and the man who revolutionized the circus.
6-7:30PM
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LADIES NIGHT OUT
Aug 21, 2020
New Lenox Village Commons
1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL
815-462-6400
Shop from a variety of local vendors while enjoying live music and food and wine.
4-8PM
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New Lenox Village Commons
1 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, IL
815-462-6400
Shop from a variety of local vendors while enjoying live music and food and wine.
4-8PM
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