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Villa Park Summerfest
June 21, 2013 - June 22, 2013Friday night includes a car show, bands, food and drink. Saturday features kids' attractions, craft show, bands, kid's entertainment stage. Wristbands...
Events (1) Midsommar Festival
June 22, 2013Festival opens with Children's Parade and dancing around the Maypole, followed by crafts, games and horse-drawn wagon rides. Musical entertainment ...
Events (1) Glen Ellyn 4th of July
Annual event features The Great Cardboard Boat Regatta and Picnic in the Park at Lake Ellyn Park, parade, family fest and fireworks. Visit website...
Events (3) Eyes to the Skies Balloon Festival
This festival features hot air balloon launches, as well as musical entertainment, a special kids' area, an arts and crafts fair, fireworks, a large...
Events (1) Naperville Ribfest
Fest features a BBQ contest with several rib vendors, food ranging from ribs and hot dogs to salads, snacks, desserts and drinks, two live music stages,...
Events (1) West Chicago Railroad Days
July 11, 2013 - July 14, 2013Music, food, fireworks, carnival rides, parade, 5K Run/Walk, community art show and beer garden.
Events (1) Windmill City Festival
July 12, 2013 - July 14, 2013Featuring carnival, entertainment, music and demonstrations.
Events (1) DuPage County Fair
Event features entertainment, exhibits, carnival, petting zoo, games, livestock and milking demonstrations.
Events (1) Fiesta del Sol
Includes Aztec dancing, local art exhibit, craft workshop, a children's area with read-out-loud sessions, free books, games and educational activities,...
Events (1) Geneva Fine Arts Fair
Featuring more than 150 artisans and a kids' art area with special activities.
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