Father's Day is Sunday, June 21. Treat dad to one of these special brunches or activities.

The event will feature live music, fireworks display and more, all to honor those who serve.

Lockport kicked off its annual Old Canal Days festival on Friday, June 12, 2026 after storms on Thursday postponed opening day. The festival runs through Sunday.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs through July 19.

This weekend full of music and creativity will offer free concerts in parks, shops and more, inviting the community to celebrate the arts in Wheaton.

The Conservation Foundation’s McDonald Farm, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Road in Naperville,is hosting Music on the Farm 4 to 6 p.m. , Sunday, June 14, 4 to 6 p.m. Live music, food trucks and free admission.

The inaugural event will give audiences the chance to celebrate Hallmark movie magic for an evening with the stars that’s unscripted and entirely in the moment.

Visit 17 downtown pouring locations, each offering samples of both red and white wines from a different region of the world.

Memorial for those who died in Global War on Terror will be Friday, while Concert on the Hill scheduled tonight has been canceled.

The Flatbed Fords will perform at the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Rooftop Concert Series on Thursday, June 11.

The Oswego Country Market runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays in downtown Oswego.

Dixon Pride Fest is Saturday, June 13, and Salute to America 250 is Saturday, June 13, and Sunday, June 14, in Rock Falls.

Ottawa Pride Fest is Saturday, June 13 in downtown Ottawa.

Scottish Festival & Highland Games are Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13 at the Dupage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton.

The Flag Day Celebration is Sunday, June 14 at Batavia's Jeffery D. Schielke City Hall.

The fourth annual festival will features craft beer, wine and bourbon tasting, live music, family games and much more.

Joliet's new City Square, located across from the Rialto Square Theatre, will host many family-friendly events this summer, including live music, a farmers market, outdoor story time and more.

Visit all participating ice cream shops around McHenry County through Sept. 30 and receive a discount card on a future purchase.

The popular rodeo will feature a mixture of traditional rodeo competitions and world-class entertainment performances.

June is National Candy Month.

This exciting family-friendly entertainment in an intimate big top setting will visit six different area locations, including Aurora, Gurnee and Lombard.

Check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

The screening will include a live shadow cast of "Irrational Masters."

Ottawa Center for the Arts uses repurposed churches, each rich in history, that are now invigorated with activity.

Enjoy live music and wine, beer and more at Wine Down Wednesdays in East Dundee, beginning June 9.

Events happening in May and June include Revolutionary War Weekend June 13-14, Red Oaks Farm Table dinners and more.

Rockford is full of things to do! From nature escapes to adventure centers and museums, the city is a perfect place for a day trip.

Star Wars Day is set for Saturday, June 6 in downtown Joliet.

The Limelight Theatre Company presents the comedy play "Sticker" June 3-6 in Oswego.

Cream of Wheaton runs June 4-7 at Memorial Park and in downtown Wheaton.

Zydeco Voodoo kicks off the 2026 season of Jammin' at the Clock in Streator on Friday, June 5.

The Bellson Music Fest, which honors Rock Falls native Louie Bellson, is Saturday, June 6.

Sample a variety of wines at Batavia Uncorked Saturday, June 6.

The popular summer festival opens Wednesday, June 24 and runs through Sunday, June 28 in downtown Geneva.

Batavia Uncorked is a casual outdoor wine event for adults 21 and over, featuring unique wines along with food, live music and the relaxed ambience of the Batavia Riverwalk at the Peg Bond Center.

It's summer beer and wine festival season! Check out these events happening throughout the suburbs.

Summer is almost here, and that means it's festival season across northern Illinois.

The festival will be from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 12, in Montgomery's downtown area along Fox River.

Guests will explore the theatre by flashlight while hearing eerie stories, haunted legends and fascinating history from one of DeKalb’s most iconic landmarks.

Downtown Kankakee's Friday Night Concert Series continues Friday, June 5 with a performance by Todd Hazelrigg + River Valley Rangers.

Check out these family-friendly and adults-only summer events with the Glen Ellyn Park District.

Check all the fun events happening this month in Joliet!

Chicago Snowballs vs. Rocket Squirrels will perform sports entertainment at Northwestern Medicine Stadium in Geneva on Saturday, June 6.

The third Bradley 315 Fest, a weekend of live music, food and entertainment, is set to begin Thursday at the Northfield Square mall property.

Three summer events at the Powers-Walker House allow visitors of all ages to immerse themselves in a historical experience through the help of volunteers in historical attire.

Here’s when and where to catch cruise nights in the Joliet area

Coming together to represent the vibrancy of the community, children, students and parents alike dabbled in street painting to help bring a local high school student’s vision to life.

Check out these farmers markets opening for the 2026 season in northern Illinois.

STC Live! kicks off Wednesday, June 3 on the 1st Street Plaza.

The iconic musical "Million Dollar Quartet" wraps up its extensive run at Aurora's Stolp Island Theatre Sunday, May 31.