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1
57th Street Art Fair
Chicago, IL 60637
06/05/2021
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06/06/2021
Editor Notes:
What is believed to be Chicago's oldest juried art fair includes an Art Buying Boot Camp for the no
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Arbor Day Weekend at the Morton Arboretum
Lisle, IL 60532
04/24/2021
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04/26/2021
Editor Notes:
This event is designed to educate children about Arbor Day through fun, hands-on activities. Highli
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artfest Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
07/20/2021
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07/21/2021
Editor Notes:
Some 100 juried artists participate in this show at the base of the Chicago Tribune building. Pleas
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Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Chicago, IL 60603
10/09/2021
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10/09/2021
Editor Notes:
More than 1.2 million people line the 26.2-mile course to cheer on some 45,000 runners. Please call
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Bark in the Park
Chicago, IL 60613
05/16/2021
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05/16/2021
Editor Notes:
This 5K/3.2-mile run/walk, with or without a dog, benefits the Anti-Cruelty Society. Check out the
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Blooming Fest
West Chicago, IL 60185
05/16/2021
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05/16/2021
Editor Notes:
This garden festival is comprised of a plant sale, a craft show, children's activities, music and f
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Brookfield Zoo Holiday Magic
Brookfield, IL 60513
11/30/2020
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12/30/2020
Editor Notes:
Enjoy carolers, ice sculptors, storytellers, musicians, and Mr. and Mrs. Claus, all amid 1,000,000
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Candlelight at the Inn
St. Charles, IL 60175
12/07/2020
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12/08/2020
Editor Notes:
Experience the tradition of winter visits as practiced by families like the Garfield's in their 184
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Chicago Air and Water Show
Chicago, IL 60616
08/13/2021
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08/14/2021
Editor Notes:
Since 1958, each day of this event has begun with a spectacular water show. Civilian and military a
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Chicago Auto Show
Chicago, IL 60616
02/06/2021
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02/15/2021
Editor Notes:
Some 1,000 domestic and international vehicles are featured, including passenger cars and trucks, s
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11
Chicago Blues Festival
Chicago, IL 60601
06/03/2021
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06/05/2021
Editor Notes:
The Chicago Blues Festival is called the largest free blues festival in the world and the largest o
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12
Chicago Boat, RV & Sail Show
Chicago, IL 60616
01/07/2021
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01/11/2021
Editor Notes:
Powerboats, sailboats, RVs, gear and accessories, and educational opportunities abound. Sailing and
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Chicago Flower & Garden Show
Chicago, IL 60611
03/17/2021
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03/21/2021
Editor Notes:
Themed gardens, hands-on demonstrations, a marketplace, the Garden Gourmet cuisine, a photography g
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Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Chicago, IL 60602
05/28/2021
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05/29/2021
Editor Notes:
Gospel choirs and soloists, a children's arts and entertainment area, an art fair and marketplace,
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Chicago Jazz Festival
Chicago, IL 60602
08/26/2021
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09/05/2021
Editor Notes:
Labor Day weekend brings a great tradition of America's true original music form, jazz. Please call
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Chicago Latino Film Festival
Chicago, IL 60657
04/16/2021
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04/30/2021
Editor Notes:
An array of genres reflect the great diversity of Latino culture from the United States, Latin Amer
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Chicago Motorcycle Show & Swap Meet
St. Charles, IL 60174
01/31/2021
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02/01/2021
Editor Notes:
A swap meet, a bike show, musical entertainment and children's activities are just some of the week
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Chicago Outdoor Sports Show
Rosemont, IL 60018
03/19/2021
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03/23/2021
Editor Notes:
This family-oriented show features dozens of fishing and hunting seminars as well as vendors and ex
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Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
Chicago, IL 60605
11/26/2020
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11/26/2020
Editor Notes:
Giant helium balloons, floats, award-winning marching bands, equestrian units, performance groups,
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Chicago Toy Show
St. Charles, IL 60174
04/26/2021
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04/26/2021
Editor Notes:
Some 1,500 tables are filled with displays of everything related to children's toy and doll collect
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21
Christkindlmarket Chicago
Chicago, IL 60602
11/15/2020
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12/24/2020
Editor Notes:
This traditional holiday German market offers crafts and gifts for sale, a variety of entertainment
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Christkindl Weekend
Frankfort, IL 60423
12/07/2020
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12/08/2020
Editor Notes:
Experience the magical tree lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season in Frankfort! A visit
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Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Chicago, IL 60637
11/14/2020
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01/06/2021
Editor Notes:
More than 50 dazzling trees, displays and creches celebrate holiday customs from around the world.
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Civil War Days Encampment
Wauconda, IL 60084
06/18/2021
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06/26/2021
Editor Notes:
This is believed to be the largest Civil War re-enactment in Illinois. Featured is an encampment wi
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25
Cross Town Bark Around Fundraiser & Doxie Social
Wheaton, IL 60187
05/16/2021
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05/16/2021
Editor Notes:
The Doxie Dash Wiener Races and the Doxie Costume Contest are highlights of this annual fundraiser
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Cubs Convention
Chicago, IL 60611
01/17/2021
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01/19/2021
Editor Notes:
Cubs fans will enjoy getting up close with their favorite players and broadcasters. Autograph and p
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Elmhurst College Jazz Festival
Elmhurst, IL 60126
02/19/2021
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02/22/2021
Editor Notes:
Some of the best college jazz bands in the country converge on the Elmhurst campus for 4 days of pe
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Fat Tuesday's "All That Jazz" Mardi Gras Party
Joliet, IL 60433
02/25/2021
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02/25/2021
Editor Notes:
Offerings include self-guiding tours of the mansion, jambalaya and music by the Four Star Brass Ban
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Festival of Arts & Crafts Show
St. Charles, IL 60174
12/14/2020
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12/15/2020
Editor Notes:
Visit more than 170 booths of handcrafted original arts and crafts. Please call ahead to confirm ev
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Festival of the Vine
Geneva, IL 60134
09/02/2021
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09/04/2021
Editor Notes:
Flower markets, food and wine tasting, an arts and craft show, musical entertainment, horse-drawn a
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Fox Valley Spring Antique Show
St. Charles, IL 60174
03/14/2021
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03/15/2021
Editor Notes:
More than 50 dealers from numerous states participate in this show. Please call ahead to confirm ev
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Gaelic Park Irish Fest
Oak Forest, IL 60452
05/28/2021
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05/31/2021
Editor Notes:
A carnival midway and rides, a petting zoo, the Red Hair and Freckle Face Contest and an Irish dog
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33
Grant Park Music Festival in Millennium Park
Chicago, IL 60602
06/08/2021
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08/13/2021
Editor Notes:
Enjoy free classical music concerts, featuring the Grant Park Orchestra and Chorus, in the Jay Prit
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Great Midwest Train Show
Wheaton, IL 60187
01/12/2020
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12/13/2020
Editor Notes:
More than 500 tables of trains and collectibles are offered at this show that's been in existence f
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35
Holiday Flower Show at Lincoln Conservatory
Chicago, IL 60614
11/23/2020
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01/06/2021
Editor Notes:
This annual model train exhibit traverses poinsettia-laden hillsides and miniature villages in a tr
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Holiday Homecoming & Electric Christmas Parade
St. Charles, IL 60174
11/27/2020
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11/29/2020
Editor Notes:
Enjoy the Lighting of the Lights ceremony, a holiday movie, a family concert, strolling carolers, s
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37
Holiday House Tour
Geneva, IL 60134
12/06/2020
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12/07/2020
Editor Notes:
The Christmas Walk accompanies the horse-drawn carriage arrival of Santa Lucia for the lighting of
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38
Holly Days Winter Festival
Westmont, IL 60559
11/30/2020
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12/30/2020
Editor Notes:
This monthlong festival begins with tree decorating activities on 100 trees and a holiday craft baz
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Hyde Park Jazz Festival
Chicago, IL 60637
09/25/2021
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09/26/2021
Editor Notes:
Enjoy local, national and international jazz performances at various venues. Also included is an ou
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Illinois Polkafest
Schaumburg, IL 60173
01/31/2021
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02/02/2021
Editor Notes:
Enjoy continuous music and dancing in two ballrooms, plus numerous jam sessions. A Polka Mass will
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ILLUMINATION: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum
Lisle, IL 60532
11/22/2020
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01/05/2021
Editor Notes:
Visitors will enjoy an interactive, artistic light experience among the trees. Hug a tree and watch
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42
In the Tropics: The Orchid Show
Glencoe, IL 60022
02/08/2021
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03/22/2021
Editor Notes:
Enjoy more than 10,000 tropical blooms. Orchid competitions, displays, presentations and sales are
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43
Kane County Fair
St. Charles, IL 60174
07/17/2021
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07/21/2021
Editor Notes:
Motocross races, a truck pull, bull riding, a rodeo and a demolition derby are featured along with
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44
Lilac Time
Lombard, IL 60148
05/01/2021
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05/17/2021
Editor Notes:
The 8.5-acre Lilacia Park boasts some 700 lilacs and 25,000 tulips. Lilac Time features events incl
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Lilac Time Art and Craft Fair
Lombard, IL 60148
05/03/2021
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05/03/2021
Editor Notes:
More than 80 craftspeople offer handmade items along with food vendors, the Kid Zone and entertainm
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Long Grove Chocolate Festival
Long Grove, IL 60047
05/15/2021
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05/17/2021
Editor Notes:
Enjoy chocolate demonstrations and workshops, wine parings, live music all over town and plenty of
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Manhattan Irish Fest
Manhattan, IL 60442
03/07/2021
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03/08/2021
Editor Notes:
A parade, a rugby match, Highland games, an Irish Mass, a children's tent, food and entertainment a
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48
Memorial Day Parade
Chicago, IL 60601
05/22/2021
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05/22/2021
Editor Notes:
A wreath-laying ceremony is followed by one of the country's largest Memorial Day parades. Please c
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49
National Dahlia Show
Glencoe, IL 60022
09/10/2021
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09/11/2021
Editor Notes:
Commercial and amateur exhibitors from five states display blossoms in various shapes, sizes and co
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50
New Year's Eve Family and Midnight Fireworks
Chicago, IL 60611
12/31/2020
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12/31/2020
Editor Notes:
Navy Pier's spectacular fireworks light up the night, at 8:15 p.m. and midnight, with Chicago's onl
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51
The Old House New House Home Show
St. Charles, IL 60174
02/07/2021
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02/09/2021
Editor Notes:
Some 300 exhibits feature the latest in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, landscaping, sto
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52
One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago
Chicago, IL 60654
12/05/2020
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12/08/2020
Editor Notes:
More than 600 artists from across North America participate in this show. Please call ahead to conf
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53
O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels
Rosemont, IL 60018
03/06/2021
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03/08/2021
Editor Notes:
See some of America's finest hot rods, customs, trucks and motorcycles. Please call ahead to confir
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54
Park Shore & Chain O'Lakes Kennel Clubs Dog Show
Grayslake, IL 60030
01/23/2021
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01/25/2021
Editor Notes:
In addition to the all-breed AKC dog show, canine products, seminars, performance events and rescue
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55
Peotone Motorcycle Show & Parts Expo
Peotone, IL 60468
05/03/2021
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05/03/2021
Editor Notes:
Motorcycles, parts and accessories are presented along with novelties and food. Please call ahead t
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56
Progressive International Motorcycle Show
Rosemont, IL 60018
02/07/2021
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02/09/2021
Editor Notes:
See the latest products and services, as well as the hottest new motorcycles, custom bikes, ATVs an
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57
Quilt Show
Crest Hill, IL 60403
03/14/2021
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03/15/2021
Editor Notes:
More than 300 quilts, in addition to wearable art and challenge-quilt entries, are featured. In add
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58
Railroad Days
West Chicago, IL 60185
07/11/2021
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07/14/2021
Editor Notes:
This 4-day festival features a carnival, fireworks and one of the largest parades in DuPage County.
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59
Randolph Street Market
Chicago, IL 60607
02/23/2020
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12/13/2020
Editor Notes:
This indoor/outdoor market features furnishings, vintage clothing, jewelry and collectibles. The Vi
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St. Lucia Festival of Lights
Chicago, IL 60640
12/13/2020
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12/13/2020
Editor Notes:
The celebration begins with the torch-lit procession down the sidewalks of Clark Street. For $1 or
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61
St. Patrick's Day Parade
St. Charles, IL 60174
03/14/2021
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03/14/2021
Editor Notes:
Historic downtown St. Charles is the setting for leprechaun stilt walkers, an Irish queen and her c
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62
St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival
Chicago, IL 60605
03/13/2021
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03/13/2021
Editor Notes:
The Chicago River is dyed green for the St. Patrick's Day Parade celebration. The parade starts at
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63
Scarecrow Festival
St. Charles, IL 60174
10/07/2021
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10/09/2021
Editor Notes:
View hundreds of handcrafted scarecrows and vote for your favorite in five categories. Visit the ch
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64
Spring Fair Diddley Craft Show
Woodstock, IL 60098
05/17/2021
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05/17/2021
Editor Notes:
A juried craft show featuring more than 300 booths, this show includes folk art, wood carving, drie
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65
Spring Festival an Arts and Crafts Affair
Villa Park, IL 60181
04/01/2021
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04/03/2021
Editor Notes:
This juried craft show includes the wares of more than 500 craftsmen from some 30 states. Handmade
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66
Strawberry Festival
Long Grove, IL 60047
06/17/2021
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06/19/2021
Editor Notes:
Strawberries never looked so good. They are served up in pies, drinks, salsas, jams and chocolate-c
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67
Taste of Chicago
Chicago, IL 60603
07/06/2021
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07/10/2021
Editor Notes:
Chicago's lakefront comes alive with great food and six different stages of free entertainment. The
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Theater on the Lake: The Chicago Summer Theater Festival
Chicago, IL 60614
06/14/2021
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08/26/2021
Editor Notes:
Each summer, eight main stage plays are showcased in 8 weeks, by Chicago's off-Loop theater compani
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Three Blind Mice Miniature Show
Schaumburg, IL 60173
04/16/2021
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04/18/2021
Editor Notes:
Vendors offer everything imaginable for dollhouses and miniature collectors. Please call ahead to c
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University of Chicago Folk Festival
Chicago, IL 60637
02/14/2021
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02/15/2021
Editor Notes:
This annual festival brings traditional music from around the country and around the world. Worksho
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Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
Chicago, IL 60611
12/05/2020
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01/11/2021
Editor Notes:
Wander through a winter wonderland of hundreds of decorated trees and sparkling lights. Also, enjoy
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72
Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk
Oak Park, IL 60302
05/16/2021
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05/16/2021
Editor Notes:
This architectural tour features the timeless designs of Frank Lloyd Wright. Private homes and publ
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ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago, IL 60614
11/28/2020
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01/04/2021
Editor Notes:
ZooLights features more than 2 million holiday lights, a water laser show, ice-carving demonstratio
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