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
COUNTRY MARKETS - FRANKFORT
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 29, 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-1PM
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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-1PM
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SWAP O RAMA FLEA MARKET (W, SA-SU)
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 29, 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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WHAT'S BUGGING BELVA?
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019
Plum Creek Nature Center
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27064 South Dutton Road, Beecher, IL
708-946-2216
What's Bugging Belva? is an interactive traveling exhibit presented like a book. Belva the bug literally jumps off the pages of a book and into three gardens that include models on the insects being explored and information about their attributes. When Grandpa Belvedere takes her on a tour of the garden, Belva learns insects are beautiful, have cool features, and serve important functions.
Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM; Su 12-4PM
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Plum Creek Nature Center
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 27064 South Dutton Road, Beecher, IL
708-946-2216
What's Bugging Belva? is an interactive traveling exhibit presented like a book. Belva the bug literally jumps off the pages of a book and into three gardens that include models on the insects being explored and information about their attributes. When Grandpa Belvedere takes her on a tour of the garden, Belva learns insects are beautiful, have cool features, and serve important functions.
Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM; Su 12-4PM
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CHICAGO WHITE SOX BASEBALL
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 30, 2019
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
Sep 1, 2019 - Sep 30, 2019
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 Prized Page Turners.
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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 Prized Page Turners.
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FARMERS MARKET - CRETE
Sep 2, 2019 - Sep 30, 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
Sep 2, 2019 - Sep 30, 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
Sep 3, 2019 - Sep 24, 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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KIWANIS BINGO EVERY WEDNESDAY
Sep 4, 2019 - Sep 25, 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
Sep 4, 2019 - Sep 25, 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
Sep 4, 2019 - Sep 25, 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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FARMERS MARKET - EVERGREEN PARK
Sep 5, 2019 - Sep 26, 2019
Yukich Field
88th Street & Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL
708-422-8776
13th Season of Evergreen Park Farmers' Market - 25 Vendors, every Thursday, May 4-October 26
Th 7AM-1PM
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Yukich Field
88th Street & Kedzie Avenue, Evergreen Park, IL
708-422-8776
13th Season of Evergreen Park Farmers' Market - 25 Vendors, every Thursday, May 4-October 26
Th 7AM-1PM
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LIVE JAZZ MUSIC
Sep 5, 2019 - Sep 26, 2019
Francesca's on 95th
6248 West 95th Street, Oak Lawn, IL
708-598-7007
Thursday nights
$ c
Francesca's on 95th
6248 West 95th Street, Oak Lawn, IL
708-598-7007
Thursday nights
$ c
FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
Sep 7, 2019 - Sep 28, 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
Sep 7, 2019 - Sep 28, 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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FARMERS MARKET - HOMEWOOD
Sep 7, 2019 - Sep 28, 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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FARMER'S MARKET OUTDOOR
Sep 8, 2019 - Sep 29, 2019
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Enjoy fruits and vegetables from autumn at Homewood's farmers market. There is live music and prepared foods to enjoy as well.
8AM-1PM
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Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Enjoy fruits and vegetables from autumn at Homewood's farmers market. There is live music and prepared foods to enjoy as well.
8AM-1PM
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BENGTSON'S PUMPKIN FARM
Sep 13, 2019 - Sep 30, 2019
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
13341 West 151st Street
Homer Glen, IL
708-301-3276
Visit Website $ h o
STEP BACK INTO A 1950s HALLOWEEN EXHIBIT
Sep 18, 2019 - Sep 28, 2019
1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30PM or by appointment
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1950s Park Forest House Museum
227 Monee Road, Park Forest, IL
708-481-4252
The museum is decorated in vintage Halloween decorations including die-cuts and Halloween Gurley Candles, and a few special touches. Visit for a nostalgic look at Halloween in the 1950s. $5
W & Sa 1-3:30PM or by appointment
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JERRY ROSSEN PUBLIC AUCTION
Sep 20, 2019
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-997-0245
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CRETE ACORN FEST
Sep 20, 2019 - Sep 21, 2019
Crete Park
515 First Street, Crete, IL
708-672-6969
Celebrate Fall under 100-year oak trees with good food, good friends, and good music! Food trucks, live music & kids area! Free Entrance.
F 5-10PM; Sa Sa 11AM-10PM
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Crete Park
515 First Street, Crete, IL
708-672-6969
Celebrate Fall under 100-year oak trees with good food, good friends, and good music! Food trucks, live music & kids area! Free Entrance.
F 5-10PM; Sa Sa 11AM-10PM
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AUTUMN IN THE PARK FESTIVAL
Sep 20, 2019 - Sep 21, 2019
Village Green
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
Free Parking and admission - Fun for the whole family. Live Music - Food - Drinks - Parade - BBQ competition - Kids Fun Zone and more!
F 5-11PM; Sa 11:30AM-11PM
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Village Green
8901 West 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL
708-671-3760
Free Parking and admission - Fun for the whole family. Live Music - Food - Drinks - Parade - BBQ competition - Kids Fun Zone and more!
F 5-11PM; Sa 11:30AM-11PM
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BBQ ON THE HILL
Sep 20, 2019 - Sep 22, 2019
Memorial Park
12804 South Highland Avenue, Blue Island, IL
708-385-3304
Make your plans for the 6th annual KCBS-sanctioned BBQ on the Hill cooking competition and festival featuring live entertainment, fireworks, kids’ activities, bingo, & more
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Memorial Park
12804 South Highland Avenue, Blue Island, IL
708-385-3304
Make your plans for the 6th annual KCBS-sanctioned BBQ on the Hill cooking competition and festival featuring live entertainment, fireworks, kids’ activities, bingo, & more
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LANSING PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS 9TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
Sep 21, 2019
Kilroy's Bar & Grill
3502 Ridge Road, Lansing, IL
Raffles, Beanbags, Music, Fun
4PM
$ d o
Kilroy's Bar & Grill
3502 Ridge Road, Lansing, IL
Raffles, Beanbags, Music, Fun
4PM
$ d o
GAMELAN CUDAMANI
Sep 21, 2019
Moraine Valley Community College Fine & Performing Arts Center
9000 West College Parkway, Palos Hills, IL
708-974-5500
Çudamani artists are renowned for their inspired contributions to the repertoire of Balinese arts. The dancers’ graceful bodies mirror every musical nuance of the gamelan as they bring to life vivid tales of gods and heroes of Balinese mythology and history. Beyond mere aesthetic entertainment, Balinese arts capture and amplify the shifting dimensions of human emotion, nature, the spirit world, and the cosmos.
Visit Website $ c
Moraine Valley Community College Fine & Performing Arts Center
9000 West College Parkway, Palos Hills, IL
708-974-5500
Çudamani artists are renowned for their inspired contributions to the repertoire of Balinese arts. The dancers’ graceful bodies mirror every musical nuance of the gamelan as they bring to life vivid tales of gods and heroes of Balinese mythology and history. Beyond mere aesthetic entertainment, Balinese arts capture and amplify the shifting dimensions of human emotion, nature, the spirit world, and the cosmos.
Visit Website $ c
FALL FEST
Sep 21, 2019
Kasey Meadow Park
8047 West 91st Place, Hickory Hills, IL
708-598-1233
Join us for our Fall fest family event where you can enjoy carnival rides, face painting, balloon sculptures, inflatables, and much more.
12-4PM
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Kasey Meadow Park
8047 West 91st Place, Hickory Hills, IL
708-598-1233
Join us for our Fall fest family event where you can enjoy carnival rides, face painting, balloon sculptures, inflatables, and much more.
12-4PM
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THE LOOP!
Sep 21, 2019
Park Plaza in Downtown Lansing
Ridge Road & Henry Street, Lansing, IL
708-474-4170
Come out and ride your bike on our overnight journey. Entertainment, goodies, shirts and vendors will round out our night.
7PM
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Park Plaza in Downtown Lansing
Ridge Road & Henry Street, Lansing, IL
708-474-4170
Come out and ride your bike on our overnight journey. Entertainment, goodies, shirts and vendors will round out our night.
7PM
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FALL FEST
Sep 21, 2019
McCarthy Park
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Families are invited to make a festive scarecrow to take home—don’t worry, we will provide the hay and instructions, you bring the clothes. A holiday cartoon will be airing in the Theater so be sure and stop by! A bonfire and roasted marshmallows will cap off your night!
6-8:30PM
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McCarthy Park
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
Families are invited to make a festive scarecrow to take home—don’t worry, we will provide the hay and instructions, you bring the clothes. A holiday cartoon will be airing in the Theater so be sure and stop by! A bonfire and roasted marshmallows will cap off your night!
6-8:30PM
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KDS COIN SHOW
Sep 21, 2019
Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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Will County Fairgrounds
710 West Street, Peotone, IL
708-670-3469
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GHOSTLY GOLF
Sep 21, 2019
Tinley Junction Mini Golf & Batting Cages
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
It’s going to be one spooky night! Join us for a game of night time golf at the Tinley Junction mini golf course. We’ll have it decorated for the season and each child will receive a mini pumpkin after playing a game of mini golf! $7
6-8:30PM
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Tinley Junction Mini Golf & Batting Cages
16801 South 80th Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-342-4200
It’s going to be one spooky night! Join us for a game of night time golf at the Tinley Junction mini golf course. We’ll have it decorated for the season and each child will receive a mini pumpkin after playing a game of mini golf! $7
6-8:30PM
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