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 Musher Mania at the Monee Reservoir 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.
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Below are the next 30 upcoming Agricultural events in the Chicago Southland. Use the form above to search for specific events.
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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
NATURE & ARTS FESTIVAL
Apr 28, 2018
Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1873
Join us for a celebration of nature and the arts in the community. Enjoy a performance by Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, learn how to cook wild edibles, use natural elements in interior design, and discover the abundance of nature in Chicago with author and nature photographer Mike MacDonald. There will also be a story trail and nature based activities with art, writing and music and more for all ages.
11AM-3PM
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Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1873
Join us for a celebration of nature and the arts in the community. Enjoy a performance by Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra, learn how to cook wild edibles, use natural elements in interior design, and discover the abundance of nature in Chicago with author and nature photographer Mike MacDonald. There will also be a story trail and nature based activities with art, writing and music and more for all ages.
11AM-3PM
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HOMEWOOD'S INDOOR FARMERS MARKET
Apr 28, 2018
Marie Irwin Center
18120 Highland Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Enjoy a little bit of summer at Homewood’s indoor farmers market. Purchase microgreens, cheeses, baked goods, and prepared foods. Indoor Market is held the last Saturday of January, February, March and April.
8AM-12PM
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Marie Irwin Center
18120 Highland Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Enjoy a little bit of summer at Homewood’s indoor farmers market. Purchase microgreens, cheeses, baked goods, and prepared foods. Indoor Market is held the last Saturday of January, February, March and April.
8AM-12PM
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COUNTRY MARKETS - FRANKFORT
Apr 29, 2018
Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Outdoor farmers market featuring fresh produce, vegetables and homemade food. Entertainment weekly.
Su 9AM-2PM
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Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Outdoor farmers market featuring fresh produce, vegetables and homemade food. Entertainment weekly.
Su 9AM-2PM
Visit Website ag o
DOLTON FLEA MARKET
May 2, 2018 - May 30, 2018
The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Come participate in Dolton's Flea Market and Community Bazaar featuring deals on EVERYTHING! Early bird specials available for vendors.
W, F & Sa 8AM-2PM
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The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Come participate in Dolton's Flea Market and Community Bazaar featuring deals on EVERYTHING! Early bird specials available for vendors.
W, F & Sa 8AM-2PM
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FARMERS MARKET - EVERGREEN PARK
May 3, 2018 - May 24, 2018
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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FARMERS MARKET - DOLTON
May 4, 2018 - May 25, 2018
The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Dolton's Farmers Market brings vendors selling healthy and fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to the area during the summer months.
F 8AM-2PM
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The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Dolton's Farmers Market brings vendors selling healthy and fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to the area during the summer months.
F 8AM-2PM
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CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA
May 5, 2018
Georgios Banquets
8800 West 159th Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-1757
$75 per ticket includes: fajita buffet, margarita & tequila bar, 5 hour premium open bar, mariachi band OR $225 for 2 tickets (includes everything plus standard hotel room)
8PM-1AM
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Georgios Banquets
8800 West 159th Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-1757
$75 per ticket includes: fajita buffet, margarita & tequila bar, 5 hour premium open bar, mariachi band OR $225 for 2 tickets (includes everything plus standard hotel room)
8PM-1AM
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NEW! BIG EVENT HEROES COOK-OFF
May 5, 2018
115 Bourbon Street
3359 West 115th Street, Merrionette Park, IL
708-388-8881
Join Sertoma Centre for a spicy and fresh twist, as The BIG Event Heroes Cook-Off launches on Cinco de Mayo! This is the agency's biggest fundraising event of the year. We have heated up the competition this year to include our Heroic First Responders and say thank you to those superheroes that show up each day without fail and protect us and our communities. $15 for adults; $10 for children 12 & under; 6 & under free
5-9PM
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115 Bourbon Street
3359 West 115th Street, Merrionette Park, IL
708-388-8881
Join Sertoma Centre for a spicy and fresh twist, as The BIG Event Heroes Cook-Off launches on Cinco de Mayo! This is the agency's biggest fundraising event of the year. We have heated up the competition this year to include our Heroic First Responders and say thank you to those superheroes that show up each day without fail and protect us and our communities. $15 for adults; $10 for children 12 & under; 6 & under free
5-9PM
Visit Website $ ag
FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
May 5, 2018 - May 26, 2018
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
Visit Website ag d o
COUNTRY MARKETS - FRANKFORT
May 6, 2018 - May 27, 2018
Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Outdoor farmers market featuring fresh produce, vegetables and homemade food. Entertainment weekly.
Su 10AM-2PM
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Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Outdoor farmers market featuring fresh produce, vegetables and homemade food. Entertainment weekly.
Su 10AM-2PM
Visit Website ag o
FARMERS MARKET - PALOS HEIGHTS
May 9, 2018 - May 30, 2018
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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MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH
May 13, 2018
Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
9333 South Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL
708-425-7800
One of the finest Champagne Brunches in the South Suburbs offering Breakfast items, Salad Bar, Entrees & Accompaniments, Seafood & Carving Stations, Pasta Station, Candy and Dessert Station. Don't miss a celebration for Mom! Seniors 65+ $30; Adults $35; Children 6-12 $15; Kids five and under FREE.
10:30AM-3PM
$ ag h
Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
9333 South Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL
708-425-7800
One of the finest Champagne Brunches in the South Suburbs offering Breakfast items, Salad Bar, Entrees & Accompaniments, Seafood & Carving Stations, Pasta Station, Candy and Dessert Station. Don't miss a celebration for Mom! Seniors 65+ $30; Adults $35; Children 6-12 $15; Kids five and under FREE.
10:30AM-3PM
$ ag h
FARMERS MARKET - HOMEWOOD
May 26, 2018
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Meet your family and friends at Homewood’s farmers market, a true regional market! Enjoy fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers, entertainment and much more!
Sa 8AM-1PM
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Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Meet your family and friends at Homewood’s farmers market, a true regional market! Enjoy fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers, entertainment and much more!
Sa 8AM-1PM
Visit Website ag d o
FARMERS MARKET - DOLTON
Jun 1, 2018 - Jun 29, 2018
The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Dolton's Farmers Market brings vendors selling healthy and fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to the area during the summer months.
F 8AM-2PM
Visit Website ag o
The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Dolton's Farmers Market brings vendors selling healthy and fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers to the area during the summer months.
F 8AM-2PM
Visit Website ag o
DOLTON FLEA MARKET
Jun 1, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018
The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Come participate in Dolton's Flea Market and Community Bazaar featuring deals on EVERYTHING! Early bird specials available for vendors.
W, F & Sa 8AM-2PM
Visit Website ag d o
The Dolton Bazaar
14900 Greenwood Road (South Lot), Next to Melanie Fitness Center, Dolton, IL
708-201-2960
Come participate in Dolton's Flea Market and Community Bazaar featuring deals on EVERYTHING! Early bird specials available for vendors.
W, F & Sa 8AM-2PM
Visit Website ag d o
FARMERS MARKET - PARK FOREST
Jun 2, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018
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
Visit Website ag d o
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
Visit Website ag d o
FARMERS MARKET - TINLEY PARK
Jun 2, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018
Zabrocki Plaza
17375 Oak Park Avenue, Tinley Park, IL
708-532-9260
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
708-532-9260
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
Jun 2, 2018 - Jun 30, 2018
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Meet your family and friends at Homewood’s farmers market, a true regional market! Enjoy fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers, entertainment and much more!
Sa 8AM-1PM
Visit Website ag d o
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Meet your family and friends at Homewood’s farmers market, a true regional market! Enjoy fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers, entertainment and much more!
Sa 8AM-1PM
Visit Website ag d o
COUNTRY MARKETS - FRANKFORT
Jun 4, 2018 - Jun 24, 2018
Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Outdoor farmers market featuring fresh produce, vegetables and homemade food. Entertainment weekly.
Su 9AM-2PM
Visit Website ag o
Village Green
Kansas & White Streets, Frankfort, IL
815-469-2177
Outdoor farmers market featuring fresh produce, vegetables and homemade food. Entertainment weekly.
Su 9AM-2PM
Visit Website ag o
CRUISIN' INTO LOCKPORT
Jun 4, 2018 - Jun 25, 2018
Central Square
222 East Ninth Street, Lockport, IL
815-838-1183
FREE event featuring cars from all different eras. Enjoy our music and farmers market as you browse!
M Farmers Market: 4-8PM; Band 4:30-8:30PM
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Central Square
222 East Ninth Street, Lockport, IL
815-838-1183
FREE event featuring cars from all different eras. Enjoy our music and farmers market as you browse!
M Farmers Market: 4-8PM; Band 4:30-8:30PM
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FARMERS MARKET - PALOS HEIGHTS
Jun 6, 2018 - Jun 27, 2018
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
Visit Website ag c d o
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
Visit Website ag c d o
FARMERS MARKET - OAK LAWN
Jun 6, 2018 - Jun 27, 2018
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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WEDNESDAY NIGHT FARMERS MARKET
Jun 6, 2018 - Jun 27, 2018
Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Enjoy fun summer nights, at the Wednesday night farmers market! Purchase fresh produce, enjoy dinner, refreshing summer drinks and live entertainment. No market July 4.
4-8PM
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Martin Avenue Square
18020 Martin Avenue, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Enjoy fun summer nights, at the Wednesday night farmers market! Purchase fresh produce, enjoy dinner, refreshing summer drinks and live entertainment. No market July 4.
4-8PM
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FARMERS MARKET - EVERGREEN PARK
Jun 7, 2018 - Jun 28, 2018
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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FARMERS MARKET - ORLAND PARK
Jun 7, 2018 - Jun 28, 2018
Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-7275
Over 50 vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, flowers, plants, pasta, bakery items, gourmet spices, artisanal cheeses, olive oil, and more.
Th 4-8PM
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Crescent Park
9705 West 142nd Street, Orland Park, IL
708-403-7275
Over 50 vendors offer a variety of fresh produce, flowers, plants, pasta, bakery items, gourmet spices, artisanal cheeses, olive oil, and more.
Th 4-8PM
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HOMEWOOD'S ARTISAN STREET FAIR
Jun 8, 2018 - Jun 9, 2018
Martin Avenue
Downtown Homewood Martin Avenue & Ridge Road, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Come out for Homewood’s revamped art fair. The event is filled with artisans, maker’s space, food, and live music. After party June 9, 6 pm-9 pm.
F 4-9PM; Sa 10AM-6PM
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Martin Avenue
Downtown Homewood Martin Avenue & Ridge Road, Homewood, IL
708-798-3000
Come out for Homewood’s revamped art fair. The event is filled with artisans, maker’s space, food, and live music. After party June 9, 6 pm-9 pm.
F 4-9PM; Sa 10AM-6PM
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BUGS & BREWS WITH OPEN OUTCRY
Jun 13, 2018
Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1873
Lake Katherine and Open Outcry Brewing Company have teamed up for an evening of fresh brews on the Clubhouse lawn. Pub games and nature walks are included in the entrance. Drinks are an additional charge. $5 entree
6PM-9PM
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Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
7402 West Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL
708-361-1873
Lake Katherine and Open Outcry Brewing Company have teamed up for an evening of fresh brews on the Clubhouse lawn. Pub games and nature walks are included in the entrance. Drinks are an additional charge. $5 entree
6PM-9PM
Visit Website $ ag o
ZOO BREW
Jun 23, 2018 - Jun 24, 2018
Brookfield Zoo
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL
708-688-8000
Enjoy bears and beers, lions and lagers, anteaters and ales...all at Brookfield Zoo's 7th annual ZooBrew on Saturday, June 23 and Sunday, June 24. Zoo Brew is a one-of-a-kind, 21 and over*, unique beer-tasting event!
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...all at Brookfield Zoo's 7th annual ZooBrew on Saturday, June 23 and Sunday, June 24. Zoo Brew is a one-of-a-kind, 21 and over*, unique beer-tasting event!
5-9PM
Visit Website $ ag
THUNDER OVER MIDLOTHIAN
Jun 29, 2018
Memorial Park
145th & Homan, Midlothian, IL
708-371-6191
Thunder Over Midlothian is a small festival that features food, beer garden, music, carnival games and fireworks.
6-10PM
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Memorial Park
145th & Homan, Midlothian, IL
708-371-6191
Thunder Over Midlothian is a small festival that features food, beer garden, music, carnival games and fireworks.
6-10PM
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FARMERS MARKET - OAK LAWN
Jul 1, 2018 - Jul 25, 2018
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
Visit Website ag d o
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
Visit Website ag d o
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