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Fun and Fit Family Day
Families can spend a day outdoors, and learn how to be healthy together. Includes vendor and information booths, demonstrations and competitions that...
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) Summer on Southport
June 29, 2013 - June 30, 2013Features 3 stages of live entertainment, great food, artisans, and interactive activities for all.
Events (1) Gold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park
Showcases the work of more than 350 juried artists from around the world, plus live music, food and fun activities for kids, including an art scavenger...
Events (1) Mowing & Mooing
Experience 19th century farm life by helping with the hay harvest, cow milking, making cheese, butter, and ice cream. Event includes a horse-drawn...
Events (1) 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) International Festival of Life
This family festival features international and local acts on two stages, arts and crafts, food, games and entertainment for kids.
Events (1) Highland Park Fourth Fest
July 4, 2013Featuring carnival games, inflatables, train and pony rides, petting zoo, food and live entertainment.
Events (1) Lake Forest Festival & Fireworks
July 4, 2013Community celebration features food, a beer garden, live music, activities for kids and fireworks display.
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