Illinois Weekend: Memorial Day Services, Music Festivals And Free Beef

ILLINOIS — Patch is rounding up this holiday weekend’s events across Illinois. From services honoring members of the armed services to outdoor celebrations and festivals, this Memorial Day weekend is full of diverse things to do across the state.

Memorial Day Parades: Arlington Heights, Elmhurst, Evanston, Frankfort, Northbrook, Palatine, Western Springs and dozens more.

Memorial Day Ceremonies: Naperville, Manhattan, Mokena, Orland Park, Palos Park, Shorewood, Wheaton, Wilmettte and more. Click here to read Patch’s full guide to Memorial Day celebrations across the state.

Concerts

• Summer Concert Series: Rosemont
• Live Music At Cantigny: Wheaton
• Italian Feast & Songs of Sinatra: St. Charles
• Memorial Day Music Tribute: Elmhurst
• Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival: Chicago

Festivals, Markets and Shows

• Memorial Day Weekend Carnival: Darien
• Blues & Brews Fest: Lemont
• Annual Art Festival: Barrington
• Gems & Minerals Show: St. Charles
• Spring Fling Festival: Westmont
• Fine Art Show: St. Charles
• Car Show: Joliet
• Artisan Market: Tinley Park
• Rustic Vintage Fair & Spring Market: Kankakee
• Farmers Market: Grayslake
• Free Food Truck Festival: Aurora

Honoring Memorial Day

• Soldier Field 10-Mile and 10K: Chicago
• VFW Poppy Distribution: Darien, Joliet
• Memorial Day “Murph” Workout and Fundraiser: Joliet
• Gold Star Families Memorial Monument Dedication: Naperville
• Patriotic Clay Pot Painting: Algonquin
• Race to the Flag: Westmont
• Veteran Fundraiser & Craft Beer Raffle: Huntley

Classes and Workshops

• Kids Kite-Making Workshop: Bolingbrook and Schaumburg
• Kayaking Workshop: Vernon Hills
• Line Dancing Lessons: New Lenox
• Free Yoga: Orland Park, Yorkville
• Kids “Exploding Art” Workshop: Orland Park

Live Theatre

• “Peter Pan” Production: Batavia
• “Clue” Live on Stage: Western Springs
• Interactive “Prom Night” Theater: Naperville

Food and Drink

• Free Beef Sandwiches at Buona: Chicago
• “Rosé All Day” Wine Tasting: Andersonville
• Rainbow Cone Grand Opening: Orland Park
• Spirits & Spice Wine Tasting: Oak Brook

And more:

• Historic Home Open House: Winnetka
• Kids Bike Rodeo: Buffalo Grove
• Beach Volleyball Tournament: Island Lake
• “Bounce the Mall” Inflatable Fun Park: Aurora
• Free Museum Exploration Day: Romeoville
• Thunderbolts Game & “Star Wars” Night: Crestwood
• Pet Market: Tinley Park
• Bark in the Park: Schaumburg
• Summer Movie Night: Lockport

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