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Chicagoland offers travelers unique events year-round! Seasonal happenings, top-notch concert and theatre performances, exhibitions, festivals, antique and flea markets and thrilling sporting events are yours to discover in and around Chicago.

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Westmont Cruisin' Nights
Now - Aug. 26, 2010

This year's Westmont Cruisin' Nights promises to be better than ever with live music, free raffle give-aways, live bands, DJs, radio station promotions, kid's entertainment, weekly People's Choice Award, nightly car parade, limited edition commemorative event magnets, beanbag tournaments and even an appearance by WLUP's new Loop Rock Girl Leah. Each week will feature a car model, but all classic car owners and guests are invited to come out and sign-up for free raffles! Don't miss out! Free. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Seasonal Event.
 
Downtown Westmont
Cass Avenue
Westmont, IL 60559
630-829-9378
Lombard Cruise Nights
Now - Aug. 28, 2010

Lombard Cruise Nights is a free, fun, family event that occurs almost every Saturday in the summer in downtown Lombard. From Main Street west to Elizabeth along St. Charles Road, cruise cars join in the event, now in its 12th season. Free. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Seasonal Event.
 
Downtown Lombard
St. Charles Road & Park Avenue
Lombard, IL 60148
630-620-5718
Settlement Sundays
Now - Aug. 29, 2010

Naper Settlement is celebrating summer! Each week, the Settlement will feature unique and fun activities for all ages, including hands-on activities, entertainment, games, stories, demonstrations and presentations by special guests. Make your own do-it-yourself ice cream sundae from 2 to 3:30 p.m. (with the exception of July 11). Enjoy family time in the village during the lazy, hazy days of summer. Free sundaes are included with admission. Admission Charge. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Seasonal Event.
 
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
630-420-6010
Oakbrook Center Landscape & Garden Show
Jul. 31, 2010 - Aug. 8, 2010

Set on the grounds of the picturesque Oakbrook Center will displays ranging from full garden landscapes to potted flowers and plants and garden accessories. Get some ideas for your own garden or just enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Take some time to shop the more that 160 premium shops at Oakbrook Center. Admission Charge. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Seasonal Event.
 
Oakbrook Center
Route 83 and 22nd Street (Cermak Rd)
Oak Brook, IL 60523
630-573-0700
State Wars Hockey Championships
Aug. 4, 2010 - Aug. 15, 2010

State Wars is the major roller hockey event of the year. This exciting championship takes place every summer, with teams competing from U.S. states and Canadian provinces for the United States Roller Hockey Championship. Over 2,500 players representing about 250 teams, plus their families, will attend. Spectators are welcome, and there is no admission fee. Free. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Sports Event.
 
Darien Sportsplex
451 Plainfield Road
Darien, IL 60561
971-832-1279
Annual Vehicle Fair
Aug. 8, 2010 - Aug. 8, 2010

Unique vehicles will be on display for children and adults to enjoy touching and sitting in them, as well as talk to the people who operate them. Free. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Festival.
 
Borse Community Park
208 Midway Drive
Willowbrook, IL 60527
630-323-8215
63rd Annual Sweet Corn Festival
Aug. 12, 2010 - Aug. 15, 2010

Carnival, parade, queen pageant, over 200 crafters, flea market food booths, beer garden with live bands and free sweet corn on Sunday. Free. For more information on the Heritage Corridor area, visit their website. Event Type: Festival.
 
Downtown Mendota
Mendota, IL
815-539-6507
Air & Water Show Cruises
Aug. 13, 2010 - Aug. 15, 2010

Enjoy a delicious meal aboard one of our cruises while watching the exciting Air and Water show performances. Our cruises offer outstanding service, great entertainment, and spectacular views of the world famous Chicago skyline. The Chicago Air & Water show is an exciting show that Chicagoans look forward to each summer, and is the perfect event to entertain family or out-of-town guests. Aboard Spirit, you will experience a unique atmosphere that is unlike any other. Our exceptional and fun cruises compliment the lively ambiance of Navy Pier and will give you one of the best seats for the Annual Chicago Air & Water Show. Celebrate this yearly Chicago event aboard a Spirit Cruise departing from Navy Pier. Enjoy an afternoon of thrilling sights and dining or end your day with dinner and fireworks, all enhanced by a never-ending view of the greatest skyline in America. Admission Charge. For more information on the Chicago Downtown area, visit their website. Event Type: Seasonal Event.
 
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
866-211-3804
Art in Your Eye Fine Art Festival
Aug. 14, 2010 - Aug. 15, 2010

Established in 2005, the Art In Your Eye Fine Art Show & Festival is a collaborative effort of many community organizations. The Outdoor Fine Art Show features 75 award-winning artists from around the country in a variety of media. Free. For more information on the Aurora Area area, visit their website. Event Type: Visual Arts/Exhibitions.
 
Batavia Riverwalk
100 N. Island Ave.
Batavia, IL
(630) 761-3528
French Connection Day
Aug. 15, 2010 - Aug. 15, 2010

French Connection Day is aimed to teach visitors about Cantigny's French links, which began when Col. Robert McCormick fought with the First Division Infantry during World War I. Families can enjoy activities all day such as the French Open Air Market by Bensidoun, wine tasting & French food at Le Jardin Restaurant, French yard game Petanque (pronounced "pay-tonk"), pointillism art project, First Division Museum photo display of Cantigny France, French music played by Travelers Dream, stilt-walker, caricaturist, face-painters and story time with Madeline. Free. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Festival.
 
Cantigny Park
1S151 Winfield Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
630-668-5161
Wright Ride 2010
Aug. 15, 2010 - Aug. 15, 2010

The Wright Ride is a fun, interesting tour of the western suburbs with notes about landmark architecture along the route. We will have great food and drinks at rest stops along the way. Route options this year include 18, 25, 50, and 62 miles. The starting point is in downtown Oak Park, at the corner of Marion St and Westgate. This location is just north of the train tracks, near the Harlem CTA Green Line and the Oak Park Metra stops. Route opens at 6:30 a.m. Admission Charge. For more information on the Oak Park Area area, visit their website. Event Type: Outdoor Recreation.
 
Starts in Downtown Oak Park
Marion St. and Westgate
Oak Park, IL 60302
Bolingbrook Jubilee
Aug. 20, 2010 - Aug. 22, 2010

Activities for everyone! Concerts, car show, craft show, carnival, kids corner and much much more. Free parking and shuttle service from 350 Blair Lane (Brooks Middle School). Free. For more information on the DuPage County area, visit their website. Event Type: Festival.
 
Bolingbrook Town Center
375 W. Briarcliff Rd, behind Town Center
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
630-226-8400
Geneva Concours d'Elegance
Aug. 22, 2010 - Aug. 22, 2010

Classic car enthusiasts will gather this year on Third Street in Historic Geneva in August, to view a collection of antique, classic and modern automobiles. Participants from all over the country will be displaying their prized automobiles hoping to be awarded one of the coveted Benz trophies. This event is open to the public at no cost from 10am  4 p.m. Join us to rejoice in the art and the design of the automobile and raise awareness for our charity, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Free. For more information on the Geneva area, visit their website. Event Type: Visual Arts/Exhibitions.
 
Downtown Geneva
Downtown Geneva
Geneva, IL 60134
Will County Fair
Aug. 25, 2010 - Aug. 29, 2010

Local fair includes livestock judging as well as arts and crafts judging. Free family entertainment tent. Carnival, food, grandstand entertainment and commercial exhibits and a beer tent. Admission Charge. For more information on the Chicago Southland area, visit their website. Event Type: Festival.
 
Will County Fair Grounds
710 West Street
Peotone, IL
708-258-9359

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