Festivals, free concerts highlight summertime fun in DuPage County
From carnivals to concerts, movies in the park to Independence Day parades, this summer will be filled with fun, friendship and great memories. Discover plenty of great things to do and soak up the summer throughout DuPage County.
June 2-Sept. 1
Moose Cruise Nights: 4 to 8 p.m., Loyal Order of Moose parking lot, 1030 Warren Ave, Downers Grove. Stroll over to the Moose Lodge lot on Friday evenings to check out classic cars, hot rods and muscle cars. dgmoose.net/moose-cruise-night
Every Thursday from June 1-Aug. 31
Westmont Cruisin’ Nights: 5 to 9 p.m., downtown Westmont. All makes and models welcome to park or come to check out the vehicles. Family activities and entertainment included. westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights
June 1-4
Cream of Wheaton: Downtown Wheaton and Memorial Park, 208 W. Union Ave., Wheaton. Multiday festival includes a business expo, arts and craft fair, carnival, live entertainment and more. See wheatonparkdistrict.com for schedule of events.
June 2
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m, Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. See cantigny.org for information.
June 3
Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 5K/10K: 7:30 a.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Includes half-mile run for children. Registration recommended. cosleyzoo.org
Cori's Kids Triathlon: 8 a.m., Oak Brook. Children compete in a swim, bike and run through the community. Registration recommended. Visit obparks.org/special-events for information.
June 4
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, Blooze Brothers: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission is $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
June 6
Summer Concert Series, Chicago Tribute Anthology: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. dgparks.org
June 7-Aug. 9
Wednesday Nights Live: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., North York Plaza, Elmhurst. Enjoy live music under the stars. Visit elmhurstcitycentre.com for information.
June 8
Shout Section Big Band and Vintage Night: 6 to 9 p.m., First Division Museum Tank Park in Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Attendees invited to dress in a vintage look and explore the museum before a live musical performance. Food trucks on-site. Admission is $15 or $12 for seniors 65 and older. Parking included. cantigny.org
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Spring and Ginger roads, Elmhurst. Live musical entertainment on the lawn. Visit springroad.com/our-events for information.
June 9
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
Movies Under the Moon: 8:45 p.m., Westminster Park, 1320 Westminster Drive, Woodridge. Enjoy a free movie. Concessions available. woodridgeparks.org
Movies Under the Stars: 8:30 p.m., Ty Warner Park Gazebo, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Catch a family movie in the park. Visit westmontparks.org for information.
June 10
Lemont's 150th Anniversary Fest: 1 to 6 p.m., downtown Lemont. Celebrate the milestone with live music, entertainment, food and activities. lemont.il.us
Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Shop among the collection of antiques. dupagecountyfair.org
June 11
Vintage Baseball: DuPage Plowboys against Intra-Squad Volunteers, noon to 3 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission is $30 a car parking fee. Visit cantigny.org for details.
June 13
Summer Concert Series: Generation, 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. dgparks.org
June 14
Movie in the Park: 7:30 p.m., Lake Foxcroft Park, 2S540 Lambert Road, Glen Ellyn. Grab those blankets and chairs and snuggle under the stars to watch a family movie. Movie snacks and beverages available for purchase. gepark.org
June 15-18
Woodridge Jubliee: Towne Center, Woodridge and Center drives. Carnival, fishing derby, Beer and Donut Dash, bags tournament, bingo and music. woodridgeparks.org
June 15
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m, Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Little Miss Ann Summer Music Concert: 10 to 11:15 a.m., Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Free outdoor concert and crafts for children. westmontparks.org
June 16
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
June 18
Jazz and Wine Fest: Noon to 6 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Enjoy an afternoon of jazz and an opportunity to sample wines. Advance ticket purchase recommended for $60. Jazz-only ticket is $40. Youth ticket is $20. Parking is $5 to $15. Lawn seating, so bring blanket or chairs. cantigny.org
June 20
Summer Concert Series: BBI, 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. Visit dgparks.org for information.
June 21
Summer Concert with One Foot in the Groove: 7 p.m., Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Enjoy a live music performance. westmonparks.org
June 21
Jazz in the Park: 7 to 9 p.m., Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. Free performance from the Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble. Bring chairs or blanket. gepark.org
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
June 22
Pride Picnic at Cantigny: 4 to 9 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Bring your own picnic or purchase from food trucks on-site. Contest for best-decorated picnic space and other activities. Admission is $15 a person. cantigny.org
June 22
Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Spring and Ginger roads, Elmhurst. Live musical entertainment on the lawn. springroad.com/our-events
June 22-25
Rotary Grove Fest: Downtown Downers Grove. Entertainment, food, carnival, car show and much more. See rotarygrovefest.com for information.
June 23
Summer Entertainment Series featuring The Neverly Brothers and American English: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Tickets required, $10 a person. wheatonparkdistrict.com
June 24
DuPage Symphony Orchestra: 7 p.m., First Division Museum Military Park in Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission is $15 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Bostyxx and The Petty Breakers: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Tickets $10 a person. Visit wheatonparkdistrict.com for information.
Moonlit Movies in the Park: Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
June 25
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, Trippin Billies: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
June 26
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Rockin Moxie: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Free. wheatonparkdistrict.com
June 27
Summer Concert Series, The Ron Burgundys: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. Visit dgparks.org for information.
June 28
Summer Concert with Prairie Station: 7 p.m., Ide's Grove West Park, 1825 Compton Road, Woodridge. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the free concert. woodridgeparks.org
June 29
Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Spring and Ginger roads, Elmhurst. Live musical entertainment on the lawn. springroad.com/our-events
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
June 30
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
July 2
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, The Boy Band Night: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
July 3
Independence Day Celebration: Graf Park, 1855 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Entertainment begins at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks display at dusk. Park hosting a carnival. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Summer Entertainment Series: 5:30 p.m., Van Kampen Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Free concert that includes fireworks show at 9:15 p.m. Bring chairs and blanket. Food and drinks available for purchase. lisleparkdistrict.org
July 4
Freedom Four Mile Run/Walk: 7:30 a.m., Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. Register in advance for this annual race. gepark.org
Independence Day Celebration Star Spangled Summer: Wheaton. The annual parade begins at 10 a.m. Visit wheatonparkdistrict.com for parade route.
Independence Day Parade in Darien: Cass Avenue from Jewel, 7329 Cass Ave., to Hinsdale South High School. Parade steps off at 9:30 a.m. darienlions.org/4th-of-july-parade
Fourth of July Parade in Lisle: Main Street from Lisle Junior High School, 5207 Center Ave., to Museums at Lisle Station, 921 School St. Parade steps off at 10 a.m. villageoflisle.org
4th of July Family Festival: Burlington Park, 30 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. Parade through town begins at 10 a.m. Visit the arts and craft fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food vendors and activities for children from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Concert by The Hat Guys Band from noon to 3 p.m. villageofhinsdale.org/fourthofjuly
Independence Day Parade and Fireworks in Downers Grove: 1 p.m., Main Street in downtown Downers Grove. Fireworks show near 75th Street and Lemont Road begins at 9:30 p.m. events.downers.us/independence-day
Independence Day Celebration: 4 to 9:30 p.m., Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Community celebration with music, food and fireworks at dusk. westmontparks.org
July 6
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m. Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
July 7
Movies Under the Moon: 8:45 p.m., RC Soccer Fields, 8101 Janes Ave., Woodridge. Bring a blanket and chairs and watch the free outdoor movie. Concessions available for purchase. woodridgeparks.org
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
July 9
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, American English: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission is $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Vintage Baseball: DuPage Plowboys against Lemont Quarrymen: noon to 3 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission is $30 parking fee. cantigny.org
July 11
Summer Concert Series, Hifi Superstar: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. dgparks.org
July 12
Movie in the Park — Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. Grab a blanket or chair and enjoy a family movie in the park. Story time and activities start at 7:30 p.m. and movie starts at dusk. gepark.org
July 12
Summer Entertainment Series, Rosie and the Rivets: 7 p.m., Van Kampen Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Free concert for the community. Bring chairs and blankets. Food and drinks available for purchase. lisleparkdistrict.org
Summer Concert with Field Day: 7 p.m., Westminster Park, 1320 Westminster Drive, Woodridge. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the free music concert. woodridgeparks.org
July 13
Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Spring and Ginger roads, Elmhurst. Live musical entertainment on the lawn. springroad.com/our-events
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
July 13-16
Taste of Westmont: downtown Westmont on Cass Avenue. Live music, craft and vendor show, carnival and the Muddy Waters Jam on July 16. westmontevents.com/taste-of-westmont
July 14
Movies Under the Stars: 8:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Park, 141 S. Linden Ave., Westmont. Catch a family-friendly flick in the park. westmontparks.org
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Maggie Speaks and Radio Gaga: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Admission is $40 a person. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
July 15
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, The Four C Notes: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission is $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Summer Entertainment Series, Jay Allen Concert to Benefit Alzheimer's Association: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Admission $10 a person. wheatonparkdistrict.com
July 18
Summer Concert Series, Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. See dgparks.org for information.
July 19
Jazz in the Park: 7 to 9 p.m., Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. Free performance from the Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble. Bring chairs or blanket. gepark.org
Summer Concert with Gen Fuze: 7 p.m., Mending Wall Park, 8406 Mending Wall Drive, Woodridge. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the free music concert. woodridgeparks.org
Summer Entertainment Series: Nashville Electric Co. 7 p.m., Van Kampen Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Free concert for the community. Food and drinks available for purchase. See lisleparkdistrict.org for information.
Summer Concert Series with Rockin Fenderskirts: 7 p.m., Diane Main Park, 300 W. 59th St., Westmont. Admission is free. westmontparks.org
July 20
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Spring and Ginger roads, Elmhurst. Live musical entertainment on the lawn. springroad.com/our-events
July 21
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
Movie Under the Moon: 8:45 p.m., Sunnydale Park, 6733 Harvest Ave., Woodridge. Bring a blanket and chairs and watch the free outdoor movie. Concessions available for purchase. woodridgeparks.org.
July 23
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, The Disco Circus: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
July 24
Summer Entertainment Series featuring The Stingrays: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Free admission. wheatonparkdistrict.com
July 25
Summer Concert Series, No Turn On Red: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. dgparks.org
July 26
Summer Concert with The Hat Guys: 7 p..m., Seven Bridges Park, 6516 Greene Road, Woodridge. Enjoy the free music concert in the park. woodridgeparks.org
Summer Entertainment Series, Serendipity: 7 p.m., Van Kampen Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Free concert for the community. Bring chairs and blankets. Food and drinks available for purchase. lisleparkdistrict.org
July 27
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
July 28-30
DuPage County Fair: DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 Manchester Road, Wheaton. Multiday event featuring live entertainment, activities, food, carnival rides, an exhibition and livestock judging. Admission is $10 adults, $5 for seniors and children ages 3 to 12 and free for children 2 and younger. Visit dupagecountyfair.org for schedule and information.
July 28
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
July 29
West Suburban Symphony Orchestra Performs best Movie Music: 7 p.m., First Division Museum Tank Park, Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $15 per vehicle. cantigny.org
July 30
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, Libido Funk Circus: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Aug. 1
Summer Concert Series, Billy Elton: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. dgparks.org
Aug. 2
Summer Entertainment Series, Billy Elton: 7 p.m., Van Kampen Community Park, 1800 Short St., Lisle. Free concert for the community. Bring chairs and blankets. Food and drinks available for purchase. lisleparkdistrict.org
Aug. 3
Music at the Gazebo: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Spring and Ginger roads, Elmhurst. Live musical entertainment on the lawn. Visit springroad.com/our-events for information.
Wheaton Municipal Band: 7:30 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Aug. 4
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
Aug. 5
Wheaton Brew & Seltzer Fest: Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Features more than 60 brews and seltzers and live music from the band Breakfast Club. General admission is $65. Designated driver is $30. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Aug. 6
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Aug. 8
Summer Concert Series, The Mackenzie O’Brien Band: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. dgparks.org
Aug. 10-13
Darien Fest: QBar parking lot, 8109 S. Cass Ave., Darien. Live music, food and carnival. Visit darienchamber.com/pages/darienfest for information.
Aug. 11
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Simple Men and Southern Nights and the band Gold Dust Dreams: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Admission $10 a person. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
Movies Under the Stars: 8:30 p.m., Diane Main Park, 300 W. 58th St., Westmont. Catch a family-friendly movie in the park. See westmontparks.org for information.
Aug. 12
Summer Entertainment Series featuring Without U2 and Trippin Billies: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Admission $10 a person. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Aug. 13
Vintage Baseball: DuPage Plowboys against Creston Regulators: noon to 3 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 parking fee. cantigny.org
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, One of These Nights: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton; Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Aug. 15
Summer Concert Series, Valius: 7 p.m., Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St., Downers Grove. Bring a chair and blanket to enjoy a free concert in the park. See dgparks.org for information.
Aug. 16
Summer Concert Series With The Beatelles: 7 p.m., Ty Warner Park, 800 Blackhawk Drive, Westmont. Free live music performance. westmontparks.org
Jazz in the Park: 7 to 9 p.m., Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave., Glen Ellyn. Free performance from the Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble. Bring chairs or blanket. gepark.org
Aug. 18
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8 :30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
Aug. 20
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, Radio Gaga: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Aug. 24-26
Shakespeare in the Park: Twelfth Night: 7 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Presented by Wheaton College's Arena Theater and Wheaton Park District. Admission free. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Aug. 25
Moonlit Movies in the Park: 8:30 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Family-friendly movie. Concessions available. Movie free with paid admission to the park. cantigny.org
Aug. 27
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, The Brothers Gibb: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Sept. 3
Cantigny Summer Concert Series, West End 40: 3 to 5 p.m., Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Admission $30 per vehicle. cantigny.org
Sept. 8-9
Rock the Block: Elmhurst. A two-day festival featuring music, food and family fun. Visit elmhurstcitycentre.com for information.
Sept. 8
Summer Entertainment Series featuring The Chicago Experience and Billy Elton: 6 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Admission $10 a person. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Sept. 9
DuPage Symphony Orchestra: 7 p.m., Memorial Park, 225 Karlskoga Ave., Wheaton. Free. wheatonparkdistrict.com
Sept. 16
Spring Road Fall Fest: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wild Meadows Trace Park, 483 Spring Road, Elmhurst. Family fun with a petting zoo, carnival, food and games. Visit springroad.com/our-events for information.
Sept. 23-24
Moravian Days Festival: Head to Lemont to celebrate the food, people and stories of those from the Czech, Slovak and Moravian regions. Vist unitedmoraviansocieties.org for information.