Festivals Aug. 9-15: Hampshire Coon Creek Country Days, Gurnee Days, Taste of Glen Ellyn

Starts before Friday

ANA World’s Fair of Money: 1-6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, Aug. 7-9; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont. American Numismatic Association event featuring rare coins and numismatic treasures. Buy, sell and trade with hundreds of coin dealers, attend lectures and presentations from noted numismatists, and find out what your old coins may be worth. $10 daily, Aug. 6-9; $25 for weekly pass; free for kids younger than 12. Free admission for everyone Aug. 10. money.org/worldsfairofmoney.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus: 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Aug. 8-9; 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10; and 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, in the parking lot of Gurnee Mills, 6170 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee. Over 60 performers from around the world in five rings. $14.50-$65. Order tickets in advance at gardenbroscircus.com.

Taylor Street: Little Italy Festival: 5-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Aug. 8-9; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10; and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, on Taylor Street between Ashland and Loomis, St. Charles. Features food from area restaurants, several stages of continuous family entertainment, merchandise from Italy, and cultural attractions. Performances include the Chicago Hitmen on Thursday, Tony Ocean Dance Party on Friday, Rosie & The Rivets on Saturday, Bronx Wanderers on Saturday and Sunday and more. $10 suggested donation. oshows.com/festivals.

Hampshire Coon Creek Country Days: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 8; 6-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9; noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10; and 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, on State Street in downtown Hampshire. Nightly entertainment, carnival, beer garden, food vendors, craft show and more. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Saturday and parade at noon Sunday starting at Washington Avenue and Warner Street and ending at Panama Avenue and Warner Street. Free. hcccd.com.

Friday, Aug. 9

Stamp and Scrapbook Expo: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg. See stamp and scrapbooking workshops, exhibitors and vendors. General admission $12, free for children 12 and younger. scrapbookexpo.com.

Fun Day In The Park: 10-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Vogelei Park, 650 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. Kids’ entertainment features Scribble Monster. Free. heparks.org.

Lunch in the Park: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, in Cook Park, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Live music and food vendors. Free. mainstreetlibertyville.org.

Moose Cruise Nights: 4-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, in the show lot at Warren and Forest avenues in Downers Grove. See classic cars on display, including vintage muscle cars, convertibles and timeless classics. Free. dgmoose.net/moose-cruise-night.

Smoke & Irons Music Fest: 4-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Apple Orchard Community Park, 620 W. Stearns Road, Bartlett. Live music, food trucks, beer tasting, craft show, bags tournament and more. Proceeds benefit Ignite the Courage, a nonprofit charity organization created and run by Bartlett firefighters, which provides resources and inspiration for community members and local first responders in need. Admission for 21 and older is $10; free for ages 20 and younger. ignitethecourage.org/musicfest.

Fest for Beatles Fans: 5 p.m. to midnight Friday, Aug. 9; noon to midnight Saturday, Aug. 10; and noon to 11 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare, 9300 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Rosemont. Special guests include Mickey Dolenz of the Monkees, Randy Bachman of the Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive, British Invasion legend Billy J. Kramer, Laurence Juber of Wings, former president of the Beatles Fan Club Freda Kelly, and many more. A live Zoom interview with Peter Jackson and Michael Lindsay-Hogg will be held on Saturday. Beatles tribute band Liverpool will perform each night with special guests. Single day tickets are $85 for Friday, $115 for Saturday, $105 for Sunday; $180 for Friday and Saturday; $160 for Friday and Sunday; $200 for Saturday and Sunday, $275 for all three days. thefest.com.

Irish Fest: 5-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont St., Arlington Heights. Features Bohola and Classical Blast in Kilts. Food and drinks for purchase. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket. No pets. Admission: $5 for adults 18 and older. ahpd.org/events/irish-fest/2024.

Skyline Sessions Concert Series: 5-9 p.m. Friday and Thursday, Aug. 9 and 15, at the Wave Wall Stage at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Performers include DJ Napp at 5 p.m., Master Steve at 5:30 p.m., Manasseh at 6:30 p.m., Lilla Sol at 7 p.m. and Rich Robbins at 8 p.m. Friday; and Amira Jazeera at 5 p.m., PIWA at 6:30 p.m. and Victor Internet at 8 p.m. Thursday. Free. navypier.org.

Downtown Wheaton Summer Music Series: 5:30 and 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9; 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10; and 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at Suzette's Creperie, 211 W. Front St., Wheaton; at 302 Wheaton, 302 W. Front St., Wheaton; and under the Innovator Hale Street Tents. Performances by Charles Kay and The Moonshine Rhythm Club at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Suzette's Creperie; The Jukebox Heroes at 6 p.m. Friday under the Innovator Hale Street Tents; Jim Gruden Music at 2 p.m. Saturday at 302 Wheaton; and Justine Ewald at 11 a.m. Sunday under the Innovator Hale Street Tents. For a schedule, see downtownwheaton.com/summermusic.

Friday Night Live: 5:30-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at the Main Street train station in Downers Grove. All Hat No Cattle will perform. Full schedule at downtowndg.org.

“Batavia Through the Artist’s Brush”: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Batavia Depot Museum, 155 N. Houston St., Batavia. The opening reception for the fall exhibit featuring Batavia sites on canvas by local artists. See artwork in the museum’s collection and learn the history behind some of the favorite sites, including the depot. Light refreshments and a cash bar. Free. bataviaparks.org.

Outdoor Movie Nights: 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Deer Park Town Center, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park. Preshow activities include face painting, balloon artist, games and more. Movies begin at 7 p.m. See “Moana.” Free. shopdeerparktowncenter.com.

STC Live!: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday and Wednesday, Aug. 9 and 14, at 1st Street Plaza, St. Charles; and D and G Brewing, 303 N. 4th St., Suite A, St. Charles. Performances by Leslie Hunt at 1st Street Plaza on Friday, and Andi Balloun at 1st Street Plaza and Drew Clausen at D and G Brewing on Wednesday. Free. stcalliance.org/stclive.

Hawthorn Woods Concerts in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Hawthorn Woods Community Park, 5 Park View Lane, Hawthorn Woods. John Lambert performs. Free. vhw.org.

Music on Maple: 7-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, outside the Victorian Cottage, 23 W. Maple St., Lombard. Lombard Historical Society's summer series. Ben Bedford performs. $15 for members, $20 for nonmembers. Register: lombardhistory.org.

Wheeling’s Friday Night Headliners Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Heritage Park Performance Pavillion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Hi Infidelity performs ’80s rock classics. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. Coolers are allowed; no outside alcohol is permitted. Soft drinks, water, beer and seltzer available for purchase. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Moonlight Movies: 8:15 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at Cantigny Parade Field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Outdoor screenings of “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.” Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Enjoy popcorn, candy bars, snow cones, and ice cream novelties, as well as craft and domestic beers, wines, cocktails, and soft drinks. $10 per car. cantigny.org/events.

South Elgin Movie Night in the Park: Dusk Friday, Aug. 9, at Panton Mill Park, North Water Street, South Elgin. Screening of “Bedtime Stories.” Concessions for purchase starting at 6:30 p.m. Movie Bingo before the movie. Free. southelgin.com.

Saturday, Aug. 10

Chicagoland Tour de Cure: 6:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Pottawatomie Park, 8 North Ave., St. Charles. American Diabetes Association benefit event for all cycling abilities featuring routes with bike mechanics, volunteer route marshals, and rest stops with food and water. Register at diabetes.org.

Raceway 5K/3K Run/Walk: 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Raceway Woods Forest Preserve, off Route 31, Carpentersville. Proceeds from 10th annual event benefit the charities of the Rotary Club of Carpentersville, including FISH Food Pantry and Operation Warm, which buys new coats for Carpentersville kids in need. $40 through Aug. 9, $45 on race day. Register: carpentersvillerotary.org.

Blueberry Festival and Corn Boil: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11 and 17-18, at Windy Acres Farm Stand, 37W446 Fabyan Parkway, Geneva. Blueberry-themed treats, live entertainment, petting zoo, and more. $17.99, free for children under 2. windyacresfarmstand.com.

Glen Ellyn 2K Kids Color Bash Run: 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Ackerman Park, 800 St. Charles Road, Glen Ellyn. Runners will be doused in an assortment of colors at four different locations throughout the 1.25-mile course. Prizes awarded to the top 3 runners in the age group (4-5, 6-7 and 8-10). Limited to the first 400 registered participants. $25-$42. Register at gepark.org/register.

Gurnee Days: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at Viking Park, 4374 Old Grand Ave., Gurnee. Food, vendors, parade at noon Sunday, car show, bags tournament, fireworks and more. Music by No Limit and Hello Weekend on Saturday and Sparks Fly on Sunday. gurneedays.com.

Heritage Fest: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont St., Arlington Heights. Celebrates cultural diversity with performances, food for purchase and the opportunity to meet with local cultural organizations. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Presented in partnership with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library and Arlington Heights Park District. No pets. Free. ahpd.org/events/heritage-fest.

Lambs Farm Summertime Craft Fest: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11, at Camp Big Timber, 37W955 Big Timber Road in Elgin. A fundraiser, benefiting Lambs Farm and Three Fires Council, BSA. Features a craft show with 150 booths, food trucks, music, and a beer and wine garden. $7 at the gate, $5 early bird price available through Aug. 9 at tickettailor.com. Visit craftproductionsinc.com.

Printer’s Row Art Fest: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11, at 701 S. Dearborn St., Chicago. Shop from 90 juried artists and artisans, including painters, street artists, jewelers, upcycling artists, artisans of all kinds, photographers, mixed media artists and more. amdurproductions.com/event/printers-row-art-fest.

Tea With President Lincoln: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Time-period games in the schoolhouse yard, a spelling bee, weaving demonstrations, cornhusk dolls and crafts. At 1 p.m. at the Performance Pavilion, join President Lincoln for a performance about his life. Activities are included with museum admission. blackberryfarm.info.

Chicago Air and Water Show: 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11, at North Avenue Beach and along the lakefront, Chicago. Includes performances by military planes and civilian aerobatic fliers, headlined by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights. Free. chicago.gov.

Illinois Vintage Fest: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11, at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Over 100 vendors of mostly vintage clothing, artisans, collectibles, home goods, and more. Free. facebook.com/illinoisvintagefest.

Veggie Fest Chicago: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11, at Danada South Park at Navistar Circle, Lisle. The 14th annual vegetarian food and wellness fest features international food, live music, food demonstrations from chefs from around the country, speakers on the health benefits of a plant-based diet, a kids’ tent, yoga and meditation tents and more than 100 vendors. Free admission and parking. veggiefestchicago.org.

The Great American Lobster Fest: 1-11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, and 1-8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Enjoy live lobster flown in fresh from the waters off the East Coast, live music performances, unique craft shopping, and cold beverages. Fireworks Saturday night. Lobster Meal redemption open from 1-7:30 p.m. each night. $65. greatamericanlobsterfest.greencurtainevents.com.

“City of Big Songs: Tunes About Chicago and the Stories Behind the Music”: 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Glen Ellyn History Center, 800 N. Main St., Glen Ellyn. Historian and musician Clarence Goodman presents a multimedia performance showcasing Chicago and how the city has inspired a variety of songs. $10, $8 for members, $5 for students. gehs.org.

Live On The Lake Music Series: 2 p.m. to closing Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Marvin Weathersby at 2 p.m., NuBlu Band at 5:30 p.m. and Trippin' Billies at 9 p.m. Saturday; and Airshow at 2 p.m., DJ Papa G at 4:30 p.m. and One Love Reggae Band at 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Free. navypier.org.

Bluesmobile Cruise Nights: 3-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the East Metra parking lot, near the intersection of Route 83 and Northwest Highway, Mount Prospect. Classic cars, entertainment and more. mplions.org/cruise-nights.

Wave Wall Moves: 4-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Presented in partnership with See Chicago Dance, this live outdoor performance series showcases a diverse selection of Chicago dance companies, ensembles and choreographers in two free performances every Saturday afternoon on Navy Pier’s Wave Wall Stage. We Are Collective and Movementum will perform. Free. navypier.org.

BBQ, Bands & Brews: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Arlington Heights Historical Museum, 110 W. Fremont St., Arlington Heights. Barbecue and beverages for purchase, games and live performances. Entertainment includes Vibe Dance Co., Abby Kay Band and Exit 147 The Band. Free. ahpd.org/events/bbq-bands--brews.

Pairings on the Prairie: 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Merkle Cabin at Spring Valley, 1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Take a short, winding walk through the woods near Merkle Cabin, where pairing posts will be set up with samples of local craft beers paired with appetizers, small bites and desserts. Park at St. Matthew Parish and follow the signs to Heritage Farm, then follow the signs to Merkle Cabin. For ages 21 and older. $30-$35. Registration required. parkfun.com.

Wave Wall Wax: 5:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Chicago DJs mix it up with house and dance music on Navy Pier’s Wave Wall Stage. Featuring Oliver Fade, DJ Film 42 and Janesita B2B Czboogie. Free. navypier.org.

Lombard’s Cruise Nights and Summer Concert Series: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, on South Park Avenue, Lombard. Celebrating its 25th season with classic and custom cars night, live music and kids’ activities including face painting, balloon artists, magic shows and more. Live music from 6-9 p.m. Eagles tribute band Heartache Tonight will perform. villageoflombard.org/cruisenights.

Summer Breeze Concert Series: 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Center, 101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg. Shake Baby Shake will perform. Free. parkfun.com.

Stayin’ Alive, One Night of the Bee Gees: 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora. $20. Gates open at 6 p.m. paramountaurora.com/events/stayin-alive-2024.

Navy Pier Summer Fireworks: 10 p.m. Saturday and 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10 and 14, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Free. navypier.org.

Sunday, Aug. 11

Elmhurst French Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, in a city parking lot at Park and Prospect avenues, Elmhurst. European-style market. bensidounusa.com/elmhurst.

India Day Parade and Celebrations: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11. Parade on Mill Street and all-day festivities at Rotary Hill, 443 Aurora Ave., Naperville. Featuring a free concert by Salim Sulaimanlike, large decorated floats, classical and modern dances, food, drinks, a children’s area, fashion show, shopping and more. Free. indiancommunityoutreach.org.

Unplugged Fest: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. Free, family-friendly fest created to inspire people to unplug from their electronic devices and engage with one another in new ways. Free. Unpluggedfest.com

Vintage Car Show: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at The Lot, 525 Central Ave., Highland Park. Vintage vehicles on St. Johns Avenue, live music, food and beverages. Cars dating back to 1907 along with the Batmobile. The French Market will be open inside The Lot. Free for spectators. enjoyhighlandpark.com/the-lot.

International Festival: 1-7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Heritage Park Performance Pavillion, 201 Community Blvd., Wheeling. Live performances, activities and ethnic foods. Meet local organizations that support diverse populations. Free. wheelingparkdistrict.com.

Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, and 6:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at the Arboretum of South Barrington, 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington. Performances by Oh Yes! on Sunday and 7th heaven on Wednesday. Food for purchase. Free. shopthearb.com.

Cantigny Summer Concert Series: 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at Cantigny Park parade field, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Zorila performs. $20 per car; season pass available. cantigny.org/events.

Monday, Aug. 12

Broadway in Chicago Summer Concert: 6:15 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12, at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, Chicago. Includes selections from “Back to the Future: The Musical,” “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical,” “Some Like It Hot,” “Les Miserables,” “Mean Girls,” “Ain’t Too Proud — The Life and Times of the Temptations,” and “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.” Free. BroadwayInChicago.com.

Water Flicks: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12, at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago. Navy Pier’s outdoor film series returns with free movies every Monday at the Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park. See a screening of “Oppenheimer” (rated “R”). navypier.org.

Tuesday, Aug. 13

Geneva Park District Park Cookout: 5:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at Wellington Park, 0N556 King Drive, Geneva. Free picnic in the park. genevaparks.org.

Green Day at Wrigley Field: 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at Wrigley Field, 1060 W. Addison St., Chicago. On the North American leg of their “Saviors” tour, the band will perform both the “Dookie” and “American Idiot” albums in their entirety, along with fan favorites and cuts off the new album. With special guests The Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid and The Linda Lindas. Tickets start at $99. mlb.com/cubs/tickets/concerts/green-day.

Downers Grove Summer Concert Series: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, at Fishel Park’s Veterans Memorial Pavilion, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Valius will perform rock/pop. Food and beverage sales start at 6 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. dgparks.org/summer-concert-series.

Wednesday, Aug. 14

Food Truck Socials: 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road, Lake Zurich. A rotating selection of food trucks will be available each week. lakezurich.org.

Garlic Fest: 4:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Everts Park, 111 North Ave., Highwood. Live music, family-friendly activities, and sweet and savory garlic creations, including garlic-infused chocolate, cookies, ice cream, cupcakes, cocktails, pastas, sandwiches, sauces, spreads and more. Free. celebratehighwood.org/garlic-fest.

Wine Down Wednesdays: 6-9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Depot, 319 N. River St., East Dundee. Stevie McVie, celebrating the music of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac, will perform. Food and drinks for purchase. Free. eastdundee.net.

Party in the Park: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Reed-Keppler Park, 129 W. National St., West Chicago. Live music, kids’ activities, concessions and more. Sponsored by the West Chicago Park District. Free. we-goparks.org/special-events.

South Elgin Summer Concert Series: 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St., South Elgin. In The Stix will perform. Free. southelgin.com.

Thursday, Aug. 15

Barrington Thursday Night Out: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at Cook and Station streets in downtown Barrington. Features the Barrington Farmers Market, classic cars, live music, family activities and more. Free. barrington-il.gov/events/thursday-night-out.

Food Truck Thursdays: 4:30 p.m. to dusk Thursday, Aug. 15, at Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave., Highland Park. A rotating selection of food trucks and live entertainment in the Ravinia District. Aug. 15 is New Orleans Mardi Gras Night, with live music by Ben Tatar & the Tatar Tots from 4:30-5:45 p.m. and the Extra Crispy Brass Band from 6-8 p.m. Attendees are invited to create their own Mardi Gras mask to wear at the event at the decorating tent and take a selfie at the on-site station. Tina Johns from the Psychic Chakra Studio will be on hand. Free. enjoyhighlandpark.com/food-truck-thursdays.

Taste of Glen Ellyn: 5-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Aug. 15-16, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, in the College of DuPage parking lot No. 6, on the southwest corner of Lambert and College Road in Glen Ellyn. Live entertainment, local youth groups, food, beverages, business expos and carnival rides. Music schedule: Aug. 15: Cheap Monarchy from 6-7:30 p.m. and Hi Infidelity from 8-10 p.m.; Aug. 16: Bad Medicine from 6-7:30 p.m. and Libido Funk Circus from 8-10 p.m.; and Aug. 17: School of Rock from noon to 2:30 p.m., Vital Signs from 3-5 p.m., Sealed With a Kiss from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and 7th heaven from 8-10 p.m. Sponsored by the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce. Free. glenellynchamber.com/taste-of-glen-ellyn2024.

Rock 'N Wheels: 6-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at Village Green, 1 Friendship Plaza, and historical museum campus, Addison. Two bands weekly at 6:30 and 8 p.m., food vendors, kids’ activities, interactive DJ and more. Car show along Lake Street. Craft and Vintage Fair, museum open house and weekly portrayals and demonstrations until 8 p.m. at the museum campus. National touring artist Orianthi will perform, plus Heaven ‘N Hell and a presentation on Salem witch Goode Rebeka by Jessica Michna. Weekly event information at ItHappensInAddison.com.

Plaza Concert Series: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at Wheeling Town Center, 351 W. Dundee Road, Wheeling. Free concerts in the plaza, with food and beverage options from local restaurants. Deadfest will perform. Free. thewheelingtowncenter.com/events.

Sounds of Summer — Thursday Night Acoustic Series: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Road, Palatine. The Messengers will perform. Free. palatineparks.org/sounds-of-summer.

Bolingbrook Summer Music: 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, on The Row at The Promenade, 631 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Great Moments in Vinyl will perform top 20 ABBA hits. Bring a lawn chair. Free. shoppingpromenade.com/events/ or facebook.com/streetmarketsatthepromenade.

It’s Thursday Concerts: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at the Antioch Bandshell, 900 Skidmore Drive, Antioch. Hillbilly Rockstarz will perform Free. antioch.il.gov.

Rockin’ in the Park Summer Concert Series: 7-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. The 2024 series features music by classic cover bands alongside food and beverage tents on the park’s great lawn. Echoes of Pompeii will perform, culminating with a musical fireworks display. Parking is available at the Parkway Bank Park parking garage and is free with validation from any of the park’s venues. Free. rosemont.com/thepark/calendar.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at Harmony Park, 7 S. Vail Ave., Arlington Heights. Hello Weekend performs. Free. vah.com/explore/sounds_of_summer_concerts.php.

Summer Sounds on the Green Concert Series: 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, at Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Heartache Tonight performs. Bring a picnic, coolers, food, drinks, chairs, blankets and small tables. Seating is first-come, first-served. Food and beverages for sale. Free. hoffmanestatesarts.com/summer-concert-series.

Naperville Municipal Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, in Central Park, 104 E. Benton Ave., Naperville. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free. napervilleband.org.

Ongoing

Bristol Renaissance Faire: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 2, off I-94 at the Illinois/Wisconsin border. Step back in time with food, games, costumes, theme weekends and more. $40 for adults; $15 for kids 5-12; and free for kids 4 and younger. renfair.com/Bristol.

Dinos Alive: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays; 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays through Aug. 31 at the Exhibition Hub Art Center Chicago, 2367 W. Logan Blvd., Chicago. See over 80 specimens of life-size, moving dinosaur replicas; interact with sea giants in a virtual aquarium; take part in interactive and educational experiences and more. $17.90-$30.90. dinosaliveexhibit.com.