Here are our top five favorite events for you and your family to enjoy this weekend! Get out there and make some memories!
For more great family events, see Oaklee’s July/August Digital Edition, or search our calendar of events!
Freedom Four 4-Mile Run – Glen Ellyn Park District
July 4 in Glen Ellyn
Join the biggest event of the running season and help the Park District raise money for scholarships. The star-spangled run starts off on Lenox Road next to Lake Ellyn at 8am “sharp” on Monday, July 4.
Northwest Fourth-Fest
June 30 – July 4 in Hoffman Estates
Come and enjoy the region’s biggest Fourth of July celebration at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates. The festival kicks off Thursday, June 30th and runs through Monday, July 4th.
Arlington Heights Frontier Days Festival
June 30 – July 4 in Arlington Heights
FREE Entertainment and no event fee to attend Frontier Days 2016! Join us to hear amazing music to rock you through the night.
57th Annual Fourth of July Celebration – Chicago History Museum
July 4 in Chicago
Commemorate our nation’s independence at the Chicago History Museum. Join the Museum for time-honored traditions, family festivities, and a keynote oration by Cook County commissioner Larry Suffredin.
Eyes to the Skies Festival
July 1-3 in Lisle
Lisle Eyes to the Skies Festival has daily launches of hot air balloons, balloon glows, carnival, huge children’s area, craft fair, live music on two stages, nightly fireworks, unique food vendors plus much more!
This week’s Friday Fun Five is sponsored by “Magic Waters Waterpark”.
The Rockford Park District operates this family-friendly water park with high standards for safety, cleanliness, and friendly customer service.
