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How To

How to Draw Realistic Pictures: a Beginner's Guide

No matter who you are, you can learn to draw

Have you ever wanted to learn how to draw pictures that look like photographs? Do you want to learn how to draw realistic sketches that pop off the page?

Well, we're here to tell you that you can!

No matter who you are, you can learn to draw. All it takes is patience and dedication.

While there really is no right way to "do art," realism is its own style. And just like any other style, it has certain rules that can make all the difference between an image that looks somewhat real, and one that looks very real.

Here are some ways you can learn to draw more realistically, and bring your simple drawings to life on paper:

1. Fill Your Toolbox

Now "filling your toolbox" doesn't mean you have to go and grab all of the top-of-the-line art tools. But, having a few different materials can really help when it comes to making your drawings look more realistic.

If you've been drawing with just a simple writing pencil, it may be time to invest in a couple of tools to really help you learn to draw with realism.

A huge part of realism is detail. And achieving detail means having a variety of pencils, erasers, and other tools to help you get the look you're going for.

Here are some tools you could try to help with realistic drawing:

Blending Stumps

These are pieces of paper that are wrapped up into tight stumps that come to a point at the end. These help with blending and smudging when you're shading your subject. And if you want to blend small details, there's a smaller version you can get called "tortillons" that can really help you get great results.

Kneaded Erasers

These erasers are almost like a ball of clay. You can mold them into whatever shape you want to help you erase small details that a normal eraser can't.

Grids

Grids can significantly help with proportions if you're just starting out with realism. You can either buy grids or draw your own!

Proportional Divider

This tool looks like a pair of scissors, but can help when measuring different elements of your drawings to make sure your proportions are right on your page.

(You can also check out our recent post on drawing tips to learn more about different pencils and other tools you can start with.)

There are plenty of physical tools out there that you can use to help you draw realistically, but it's really all about practice, technique, and finding what works for you. So don't be afraid to experiment - and don't rely on tools to get you the best results.

2. Map Out Your Composition

It's common for beginners to draw by starting one section, shading it, finishing it, and then moving onto the next part.

But if you find yourself ending up with weird-looking animals or portraits that have lopsided eyes or heads that are way too big for the bodies, this process of mapping out your composition might help make your drawings look more real:

1. Take the whole picture and sketch it out on your paper.

2. Make sure the pencil strokes are gentle and light. Avoid sketching with dark shading or dark lines right away or else you'll have a hard time erasing it, especially when you need to change something. It'll also end up making your paper look messy and worn out.

3. Take a hard lead pencil (H pencils), keep a light grip on it and map out where everything is going to go across the page.

This method is sure to help you get used to proportions especially while learning how to draw realistic portraits. It'll also make sure you're on the right track before you commit.

You can also do a grid across the page to help you get the proportions right:

Even afterwards, if you're finding something a bit off, another great tip is to hold up your sketch in front of a mirror.

The mirror is a great tool that will highlight any mistakes and disproportioned elements you may have missed. Doing this right at the composition stage can also save you a lot of time.

It will be way easier for you to adjust and get the right proportions before you fully commit to shading and coloring it in.

3. Study the Light

An important part of becoming an artist, especially when you want to learn how to draw with more realism, is to know how light works.

Light helps us see things clearly. So when the light changes, it changes how everything looks.

You must understand how light behaves, learn how it casts shadows and lights up subjects based on its direction and intensity. All of this is necessary when learning how to draw your pictures with as much realism as possible.

So, how do you learn how light behaves? You practice!

Take your image and pick which direction your light source is coming from. You can even do a test image by drawing some fruit or a simple 3D shape on a table.

For this example, we'll put the the light source in the top left.

When you have light on a subject that is on or against another surface, it is illuminated by both direct light and reflected light. That's why when you see a photo like the one below, it's not a complete dark shadow on the other side, there are darker sections and lighter sections of the shadow.

You can see the variation in the form shadow, and how its level of darkness or value doesn't actually cover the whole backside of the ball like you might assume.

There's reflected light right underneath the ball from the surface it's sitting on. This makes the form shadow stand out as darker, and highlights the even darker section right under the ball in the cast shadow, where there is no light hitting it.

This variation in values is what helps create that 3D effect.

On the light side, you'll see the highlight, the light, and the middle tone area.

The highlight is the brightest part of your image. It is actually a direct reflection of the light source, and it will change depending on where you are standing when looking at the subject.

The light and middle tone areas are also a part of the direct light, but are slightly darker than the highlight. They deepen as they get closer to the core shadow, giving the sphere that rounded effect.

So, on your image, figure out the depth of the light - is it more behind the object, in line with it, or a bit ahead of it?

This is going to help determine where your shadows lie, and where the highlight is on the subject. In this example, based on the highlight and the direction the cast shadow is stretching, you can tell the light is coming from the left side, a bit in front of the ball.

But the best way to really create realistic images, and truly understand how shadows and highlights behave, is to test it out in real life.

Take a light of your own and physically move it around a subject of your choice to see how it changes. Observing is a large part of being able to recreate realistic images as it helps you define these different shadows and mid-tones.

And once you do, it's equally important to make sure the transition between each side is accurate to the type of lighting as your subject - to make it as realistic as possible.

4. Make Smoother Transitions

The key to making smooth transitions is blending out your darks and your lights to create a range of mid-tones.

Mid-tones act as a way to transition between the darkest parts of the painting and the lightest parts of the painting. It's like the different levels of grey in a black and white photograph.

It's what gives your image form a 3D effect.

Without mid-tones, you would just have solid black white image which won't look realistic. Varying up the tones in your work is what's going to help round out your subjects and lift them from the page.

Even if it's a harsh light like the photo below, you can still see there's a slight transition that softens the edges between the darkness and the skin. It might seem almost invisible, but it's there.

Creating good transitions between tones comes from good shading techniques.

5. Learn Shading

Once you understand the light, you can start to shade easier.

Even if you have a reference image telling you where the obvious shadows are, understanding and noticing differences in value will help you recognize the more subtle ones. And those are the most important.

When you're learning to shade, proper pressure control on your pencil and being able to smoothly shade your subject are necessary.

A great place to start is to practice watching the type of results created from different pressures on your pencil.

Try drawing a value scale with your pencil like this one:

To create lighter shades, try holding the pencil lightly, more in line with the paper and near the base with your pointer finger on top.

For shading large sections and making large, consistent strokes, you can hold it even closer to the base, and bend at the elbow as you draw rather than using your wrist. As you go, apply more pressure to the pencil to get darker strokes.

If you're looking to learn to draw one consistent shade, practice just sketching at one constant pressure, and get used to the feeling. That way, when you need a solid-looking shadow, you don't apply mixed pressure and get a mix of dark and light.

When shading, dull pencils actually work the best. These will help you achieve softer, thicker strokes while reducing the amount of gaps in between.

All of this takes nothing but practice.

You can use whatever pencil you have on hand to practice, and start out in order to learn these important steps first. The tools won't be as helpful if the technique isn't there.

You can use many other techniques when it comes to shading - but blending or smudging out your strokes is going to give you the most realistic results.

Once you've got your shaded area, you can achieve this blended effect in many different ways. You can use blending stumps, tortillons, tissues, or even Q-tips. But avoid using your fingers as this can transfer oils on your page and make for a messy shading job.

When you're blending with a blending stump or tortillon, make sure the end is clean to prevent transferring dark graphite to the lighter sections of your image. This breaks the illusion of realism and makes it look messy.

Try using rounded strokes and equal pressure as you blend instead of scratching back and forth. This way, you don't get uneven strokes, but you'll get a smooth, blended shadow.

6. Find the Textures

The fine details and textures in images are what can truly add realism to your drawings.

Focusing on texture can also help you naturally find shading and mold your image into a 3D piece. When you focus on the small sections and the little details, you'll notice the shifts in darkness and value as you go along.

While drawing things like hair on portraits, it's easy to get frustrated with all of the individual strands and to rush through it instead. But just scribbling back and forth is going to take away the realistic element of your picture.

A great technique to work on hair is to divide it into sections, rather than just doing it all at once. Switch between your pencils, add strokes of darkness and highlights to create form and direction.

Adding the simple textures and details like flyaways on someone's hair, the pores on their face, and moles on their skin can really help turn simple drawings into lifelike pieces.

A great hack to keep in mind when you're using a reference image, is to change it to black and white. This way, you can easily see the shifts and tones between shadows and highlights, and it will help make the textures stand out.

7. Out With the Outlines

Part of learning how to draw realistically, is learning when not to draw.

When we outline things harshly, especially on natural images like faces, it makes it look fake. This is because there are no harsh, straight lines in nature.

Try layering the shading to create shadows and then blending it in instead of doing it as one harsh outline.

In the image below, you can see the difference between the eye that's outlined, and the eye that's shaded. And you can really see it in sections like the waterline. The waterline on the left doesn't even look like it's there. It's just drawn as a line directly against the eyeball. Meanwhile, in the image on the right, the waterline of the eye is there.

The only difference is that it's not drawn...it's shaded.

The shadows are allowing the white of the paper behind it to be a highlight, and it's lifting the waterline from the page

8. Spot the Shadows

You might think that some things like the whites of the eye don't have shadows, but really, they do. If you look closely at the eye image again, you can see a slight mid-tone where the eyelids meet the eye. This gives it that same 3D effect as the ball.

Just like we talked about in shading, there are mid-tones, a highlight, and shadows that gives your image a 3D effect. Creating those mid-tones and finding those slight shifts in tone from the eyelids is what is going to give the eye a rounded appearance rather than flat one.

So even when you think something doesn't have shading or shadows, it does. Just look closer.

Adding these subtle details will help give your work that three-dimensional, realistic look to it

9. Vary Up the Values

You can get very realistic images that still look flat when the variation between the values is too similar. Take a look at the images below:

Even though the drawing on the left is well done and looks pretty realistic, it doesn't have the same realism and photographic-quality as the one on the right.

That's because the image on the right has a wider range of value.

The darks are very dark and the lights are light. Practicing the shading exercise and getting different pencils from lightest to darkest can help give you the range you need to make your image pop. And remember, you can have a wide range of values and still have your drawing look less realistic, if you don't properly shade with smooth blending and transitions.

Learning how to draw with realism isn't easy. It takes patience, detail, and a great deal of time to understand all the techniques needed to bring your simple drawing to life on the page.

Even professionals will take several hours for one realistic portrait drawing.

So, study your subjects. Study lights.

Do actual tests with real objects and real light sources.

You can watch and learn from other creators who document their drawing techniques and processes on YouTube, and use them as inspiration.

Sometimes the best way to learn is to look up to those around us who have been exactly where we are and know what it's like. And that goes for any kind of content you are hoping to create - realistic drawings or not.

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This guide is an introduction to the basics of drawing with a focus on the anime and manga style. It provides tips on approaching the drawing process in the right way and suggests some beginner friendly exercises to help you get started.

For a list of other things you can learn that will help you draw anime and manga you can check:
Tips on How to Learn How to Draw Anime & Manga
This guide covers the first part of that list (The Basics of Drawing).

1. Make Light Line Drawings First

Draw using light lines first and then trace over them with darker lines once you are sure that everything is in the right place. This be especially helpful for large or more complex drawings.

Light lines are easier to erase if you make a mistake and easier to make (you don't have to press as hard on the pencil so your hand will be less tired).

Even if drawing digitally it's still a good idea to first make a sketch and go over it with cleaner lines afterwards.

Tracing your own lines will also work as another exercise to help steady your hand.

Try and draw with as few lines as possible. If you make a mistake with your first line it's fine to add more lines until you land the correct one but don't scribble or draw extra lines just for the sake of it. If you make too many mistakes erase that part of your drawing start over.

2. Use Guide/Construction Lines

Use guide lines to help yourself draw. For example if you want to draw a symmetrical head/face from the front view you can first draw a horizontal line though the middle of where you want to draw the face. This line will help you make sure that both halves of the face are even in width. You can then draw a horizontal line (or several lines) to help you make sure that both eyes and both ears are on the same level.

For drawing different styles of anime heads see:
How to Draw Different Styles of Anime Heads & Faces
3. Plan Out Your Drawing & Draw Larger to Smaller

Estimate your proportions before you start drawing. You can see that in the above example the girl is 6 1/2 heads tall (as anime characters tend to have larger heads in relations to their bodies then real people). By comparing the size of different parts or objects in your drawing to one another you will be less likely to make a mistake.

Regardless of what you are drawing start with the larger shapes first. You don't need to always start with the absolute largest shape but definitely don't start with the smaller details.

If you area drawing a person start with the head and work your way down through the rest of the body. Don't draw the smaller details like the facial features until you have the shape of the entire body.

Drawing this way will make it a lot easier to fix mistakes. For example if you fully draw out the head with all of the details of the facial features you may then find that the body doesn't actually fit on your drawing area. You will then have to start over and redraw the entire face again.

Some of these mistakes can be easier to fix if drawing digitally but that doesn't mean that you should not learn to draw in the correct order.

For more on drawing anime bodies you can see:

4. Keep Different Parts of Your Drawing in the Same Stages of Completion

Try and keep the various objects in your drawing in roughly the same state of completion. If for example you are drawing eyes than draw the outer shape of each eye and then draw the shape of each iris. By doing so you will be more likely to notice if the first one is out of place and you will only need to do a little back tracking if you make a mistake (similar to the previous example).

For more on drawing anime eyes see:

5. Draw Things That Are Hidden

It's sometimes a good idea to draw things that are hidden by something else.

In the above example some parts of the head and face will be hidden by the hair in the final drawing but you may still want to draw their basic shapes and erase them later. The reason for this is to insure the correct placement of the parts that are visible. For example by doing a light drawing of the second eye you will be able to check the spacing between the eyes which will help you insure that the visible eye is correctly placed. You can also draw the outer shape of the ears to estimate the volume the hair needs in order cover them.

For drawing anime style faces see:

6. Do Drawing Exercises

As a beginner artist you can really benefit from some fairly simple exercises of drawing lines and basic geometric shapes. These exercises will help steady your hand and train you to see (and avoid) common mistakes.

You can do these for about 10-15 minutes at a time.

Straight Lines Drawing Exercises

The most basic exercises is drawing straight lines in different directions. Draw horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines without rotating your drawing area (paper, tablet, etc...).

Curved Lines Drawing Exercises

In addition to straight lines practice drawing curved lines in different directions and try to have nice and smooth curve without jitters or sharp turns. Just like for the straight lines exercise don't rotate your drawing area.

Basic Shapes Drawing Exercises

Practice drawing basic shapes such as squares, circles, triangles, ovals, rectangles, etc...

Try and draw each shape with only one stroke per side. Draw the circle and ovals with one solid line from start to finish.

Don't worry if your shapes don't come out right, simply try and improve on the next shape.

Mixed Drawing Exercises

You can also combine the drawing exercises. For example you can draw a square than inside it draw lines going from one corner to another followed by two more lines going through the intersection point of those lines followed by drawing a circle inside the initial square. But unlike the previous exercise draw this circle a quarter at a time.

In addition to all of the previous benefits this exercise is also really good for learning to draw symmetrical shapes.

In the above example you can see how an anime style head can be broken down into three simple shapes. The same can often be done with other parts of the body and various other objects. You don't need to actually draw all of these out every time you want to draw something but its a good example for why learning to draw basic shapes can be so useful.

7. Study the Anime Style

To make art that looks like anime and manga you have to understand their defining characteristics. Fortunately there are plenty of tutorials here on AnimeOutline to help you study these styles. Simply see the Anime & Manga Drawing Tutorials section and pick whatever it is you are interested in drawing.

8. Check for Mistakes

If you are having trouble spotting your mistakes turn your drawing upside down or hold it up to a mirror. This will give you a fresh "perspective" making it easier to see them.

For mistakes beginners commonly make when drawing anime (and fixes for them) see:
Common Mistakes When Drawing Anime & Manga
Conclusion

Doing the exercises and applying the tips suggested above will help you with the basics of drawing anime. Once you you have a fairly steady hand with good control of your pen or pencil you can move on to more advanced aspects of drawing. These include things such as perspective, color and shading. For some basics on all of these see the following tutorials:

For a suggestions on things that can help you learn to draw anime see:
Tips on How to Learn How to Draw Anime & Manga

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We hope you've memorized your times tables because these games will make you multiply and divide your way to victory. Whether you're going on a Mathventure or just trying to hit the target number, no calculators are allowed!

Why would anyone want to play math games for fun?

We prefer to think of our multiplication and division playlist as games that are enhanced by the inclusion of math in them. All it does is add a new dimension to the game, while also helping you sharpen up your math skills a little bit. Take Penalty Kick Online for example. Pretty much the entire game is kicking and blocking the soccer ball. However, players can earn advantages such as an extra penalty kick by answering a math question correctly. Yes, it is still math, but it creates a fun new aspect to the game that can actually benefit you.

Most of the games on this playlist just blend other genres with math to make for a more dynamic experience. There are adventure games, sports games, strategy games, skill games, the genre is so much more than just multiplying and dividing numbers. If you give it a real shot, the Multiplication and Division Playlist can be a lot of fun.

What if the math is too hard for me?

That is totally okay! If multiplying and dividing are still a little bit new to you, you can always check out our Addition and Subtraction Playlist. It has the same concepts that we talked about before, where it has really fun games that just happen to integrate math into them. Either way, you are sure to have a fun time, while also probably sharpening your math skills along the way.

So go and explore through our playlist! Who knows, you might find a game that you really love, while becoming a math wiz in the process.

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2023 Guide to Free Summer Fun

Best free kids events and activities this Summer in Chicago

Summer 2023 is here, and the Chicago Kids Guide to Free Summer Fun is jam-packed with the 100+ best FREE kids events and activities taking place in and around Chicago! Our Guide to free summer fun includes the best free activities for kids and families, and with over 100 to choose from you can keep your family busy all summer long.

Find the best free kids events and family activities in Chicago including free outdoor nature fun, story times, movies in the park, concert series, fairs and festivals, and much more!

Note: We've included some events and activities that might appreciate a donation, or that might be free for kids but may have a fee for adults. Always check your destination's web site for the most up-to-date details!

Below, you'll find ongoing Locations and Destinations that includes activities available on a regular basis, followed by Special Events such as festivals, concerts, summer movies, farmers markets and more, listed by start date. Click here to jump to Special Events.

Locations and Destinations

The 606
Daily 6am - 11pm
Along the Bloomingdale Trail (1800N) between Ashland (1600W) and Ridgeway (3750W)
What was an abandoned rail line is now The 606, with 2.7 miles of multi-use recreational trail and park that serves as an alternative transportation corridor, a living work of art, and a spectacular new green space for all to enjoy. Set above city streets, this 2.7 mile path offers trails for biking, running and strolling, connecting parks, people, and communities.

Lurie Garden
Daily 8am - 9pm
Southeastern end of Millennium Park, Chicago
Lurie Garden in Millennium Park is an urban oasis. The garden's design pays homage to Chicago'' transformation from flat marshland to innovative green city. Stroll the beautiful Lurie Garden and see the dramatically lit, 15-foot-high "shoulder" hedge, cross the hardwood footbridge, and be inspired to learn about and enjoy the natural world.

Adams Water Playground
1919 N. Seminary Avenue, Chicago
Cool off on a hot day with this Lincoln Park gem that features water play with fountains and sprays that even the tiniest tots can enjoy. The shady playground offers a reprieve from the summer heat.

Art on the Mart
Merchandise Mart, 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago
Stroll along the Chicago Riverwalk nightly to view the this season's projections, including including Funtime Unicorn: Ruby Rides Through Four Seasons now on view nightly at 8.30 p.m. CT until July 5, 2023.

Garfield Park Conservatory
300 North Central Park Avenue, Chicago
The Garfield Park Conservatory is one of the largest and most stunning botanical conservatories in the nation, showcasing thousands of plant species from around the world throughout eight indoor display gardens. Year-round, visitors can enjoy the lush flora and tropical temperatures indoors, or more than 10 acres of outdoor gardens, nature play spaces for children, water lily pond, and much more. Many family programs are offered throughout the year, including free activities, cultural performances, hands-on classes, unique fundraisers, educational demonstrations, and more.

Notebaert Nature Museum - Sugested Donation Thursdays
2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago
On Thursdays, Illinois residents can enjoy free admission during Suggested Donation Days. A $10 suggested household donation is appreciated. The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is one of Chicago's most family-friendly science museums for children and adults.

Lincoln Park Zoo
2200 N. Cannon Drive, Chicago
Stroll the scenic zoo and visit the local animals, all for free! Wednesdays this summer from 10am to noon at the Farm-in-the-Zoo, enjoy Play! where kids ages 1-5 can take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music.

Skokie Lagoons
Bordered by Lake-Cook, Willow, Edens, and Forest Road
The Skokie Lagoons are a prime destination for water exploration in northern Cook County. This network of pools, channels and islands winds between Winnetka, Northfield and Glencoe. Bring the family for boat access, fishing, biking, picnic areas, hiking, kayaking, birdwatching and more.

Maggie Daley Park
337 E Randolph St, Chicago
Maggie Daley Park offers the Climbing Park with features on the wall for experts and beginners, the Play Garden, an Enchanted Forest with a mirrored maze and kaleidoscope, The Lagoon, The Sea and The Harbor play apparatus for toddlers, a Wave Lawn for recreation for all ages, and a Slide Crater with a spiral slide.

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center
9800 Willow Springs Rd., Willow Springs
Explore the Little Red Schoolhouse grounds on three unpaved walking trails or the paved accessible garden trail, and from there you can connect to the Palos Trail System which winds through rolling hills and deep ravines, providing beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes. Closed on Fridays.

Indiana Dunes
1215 SR-49, Chesterton IN
Indiana Dunes National Park runs along 15 miles of the southern shore of Lake Michigan, and offers 15,000 acres of beautiful scenery and 50 miles of trails that pass over and through rugged dunes, mysterious wetlands, sunny prairies, meandering rivers and peaceful forests.

Buffalo Creek
18163 West Checker Road, Long Grove
This expansive 408-acre preserve offers 5.5 miles of gravel trails for walking and biking. Trails run through open areas within the preserve, crossing several creeks, skirting the reservoir and traversing restored prairie. Fishing is allowed in the reservoir.

Glacial Park
6705 Route 31, Ringwood
Glacial Park is characterized by its rolling prairie, delta kames, oak savanna and the tranquil presence of the meandering Nippersink Creek. Encompassing 3,439 acres, Glacial Park contains over 490 acres of dedicated nature preserve; harbors 40 state endangered and threatened plant and animal species; is listed as one of the top five areas to view migratory wetland birds in the region.

Lincoln Park Conservatory
2391 N. Stockton Drive, Chicago
Visit a tropical oasis and other floral scenes at this oasis in the hear of the city, located right next to Lincoln Park Zoo. Bring a blanket and treats and enjoy a picnic, then head to the zoo afterwards for a special day.

Dave's Rock Shop
711 Main St., Evanston
Dave's Rock Shop has something for everyone, with more than just rocks. The shop is filled with all kinds of stones and gems, fossils, crystals, shells, jewelry and Native American finds. Kids can visit the fossil museum in the basement, and entertain themselves at the rock table while you shop for unique jewelry (that part is NOT free!)

Ukrainian National Museum
2249 W. Superior St., Chicago
The Museum Collection includes 1,140 artifacts, Traditional Folk Arts, Agricultural Tools, Artwork, Musical Instruments, Trophies and Miscellaneous Artifacts. Open Thursday through Sunday from 11am - 4pm. Children under 12 are free; adults $10.

Indian Boundary Park
2500 W Lunt Ave., Chicago
In the Nature Play Center, kids use their imagination and get creative while playing in this incredible outdoor space. Visitors can discover a beautifully restored nature area and duck-filled lagoon. The water spray feature has dancing bears and spray misters to cool off community children and adults too.

Ping Tom Memorial Park
1700 S. Wentworth Ave., Chicago
Ping Tom Memorial Park's 17.44-acre site was originally a Chicago and Western Indiana Railroad yard located along the edge of the South Branch of the Chicago River in the Armour Square Community. Today, Ping Tom Memorial Park holds a children's playground, community gathering areas and Chinese landscape design elements. Outdoor featured include an athletic field, walking paths by the river, and a boat house with kayak rentals. Check first to see if rentals are available.

Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum Free Wednesdays
1300 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago
The Adler is excited to announce that we will be free for Illinois residents (with proof of residency) every Wednesday evening from 4-10 pm all summer. Stop by after work or school, or for date night and enjoy everything the Adler has to offer at night, for free as part of our Illinois Resident Discount Days program.

National Museum of Mexican Art
1852 W 19th Street, Chicago
The museum displays a significant permanent collection of Mexican art, rich visual and performing arts programs, high quality arts education programs and resources and professional development of Mexican artists. The Museum welcomes all people and strives to foster a world where all are included. Admission is always free. Closed Mondays.

Busse Woods
E Higgins Rd/Rte 72, east of I-290/Hwy 53, near Elk Grove Village
Busse Woods is one of the largest and most diverse locations in the Forest Preserves. The site includes ancient upland forests, one of the largest fishing and boating waters in Cook County, nearly 13 miles of paved trail, an elk pasture and much more, making it one of the best-used natural areas in Illinois.

Old School
28285 St. Mary's Road, Mettawa
Old School offers miles of trails, great bass fishing and secluded picnic spots in the heart of Lake County. A 2.7-mile gravel loop trail explores woods and prairies and is open for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The 1-mile lake loop trail encircles the lake and is open to for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing. The 1.2-mile fitness trail is open only to foot traffic and offers workout stations that build strength and endurance. A paved 1.5-mile roadway trail winds through the preserve offers a special one-way lane popular for biking and in-line skating, and also for hikers.

Lake Katherine
7402 W Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights
Lake Katherine's grounds are open to the public. Bring your family and stroll around the gardens, and explore the trails around the lake and along the Cal-Sag channel. Don't miss the man-made waterfall, and the buzz n' bloom prairie where you can find species such as compass plant, bee balm and Indian grass. There's also an organic garden where crops are harvested and donated to the local food pantry. On the south side of Lake Katherine is the arboretum full of different species ranging from sweet gum to native oaks to beeches, with a children's forest comprised of wetlands, the schoolhouse arch, a salamander mound, a spider maze and more.

Baha'i House of Worship
100 Linden Ave., Wilmette
Explore the Baha'i Temple's lovely gardens and architectural beauty. During your visit, you may also explore the Baha'i Faith's unifying teachings, including the oneness of humanity, the common threads among all major religions, and the connection between the human spirit and the betterment of the world.

Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago Ave., Chicago
The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is one of the world's largest museums dedicated to contemporary art. The Museum of Contemporary Art is open Tuesday - Sunday, and admission for ages 18 and under is free. Check out free family days the second Saturday of the month.

Palmisano Park (formerly Stearns Quarry)
2700 S. Halsted St., Chicago
This former quarry offers a fishing pond, interpretive wetlands, preserved quarry walls, trails, an athletic field, a running track, and a hill with spectacular city views. Over 1.7 miles of paths, including recycled timber boardwalks, concrete walks, a crushed stone running path, and metal grating walkways traverse the park.

Emily Oaks Nature Center
4650 Brummel, Skokie
Explore this natural oasis full of native wildflowers, grasses, oak trees, a 3-acre pond and trails, and try to spot native animals like great Great Blue Herons, Coyotes, Flying Squirrels, Northern Water Snakes, Red Foxes and Cooper's Hawks. The nature center offers a variety of free programs for kids.

Chicago Riverwalk
Chicago River along Wacker Drive
The 1.25-mile long path has been constructed in phases over time and includes four distinct districts; The Confluence, The Arcade, The Civic, and the Esplanade. Stroll along the river and take in the views, and then find a family-friendly place to relax and have lunch or ice vream.

Des Plaines History Center
781 Pearson Street, Des Plaines
The Des Plaines History Center offers tours of the restored 1906-07 Kinder House. Kids can learn what a stereo viewer is, how to work a boot jack, and why 1907 light fixtures used both gas and electricity. The experience during this interactive tour features hands-on objects that kids can try out for themselves. Tours are available upon request during History Center's regular open hours.

Crabtree Nature Center
3 Stover Road, Barrington
Over a thousand acres of rolling, glacier formed landscape in northwest Cook County has been set aside as Crabtree Nature Center. Teach your kids about "Birding," with more than 260 possible bird species to spot. Take in the self-guided hiking trails and spot ducks, geese and wildflowers. The Nature Center offers a variety of free family-friendly summer events.

North Park Village Nature Center
5801 North Pulaski Road, Chicago
This 46-acre nature preserve and educational facility offers trails that wind through woodland, wetland, prairie and savanna. Kids can get hands-on with nature in the discovery room, handling natural objects and learning with interactive displays.

Wildwood Nature Center
529 Forestview Avenue, Park Ridge
Visit Wildwood Nature Center and take a self-guided walk through the five acre nature haven and enjoy the two ponds and butterfly garden. Stop by the Nature Nook, a free, interactive, educational area complete with books, puzzles, puppets, games, and activities. The Animal Exhibit Room is home to over 35 animals, including Ball Python Snakes, Red Tailed Boa Constrictor Snake, Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Prairie Dogs, Soft Shelled Turtles, Aquatic Turtles, Box Turtles, Tiger Salamander, Ferret, Iquana, Tree Frogs and more.

Old Town Aquarium
4018 W Irving Park Rd., Chicago
Little ones are easily entertained in this kid-friendly aquarium store, with dozens of tanks and displays. Kids can get up close to hundreds of beautiful fish and sea life, and see stunning corals, starfish, snails, sea cucumbers and many more exotic water residents.

Chicago Women's Park & Gardens Indoor Play Space
1802 S. Indiana Ave., Chicago
Chicago Women's Park and Gardens honors the contributions women have made to the city throughout its history and provides a quiet respite for the community. Outside, the park offers a beautiful garden, and indoors is a playground with multi-level play apparatus, a toddler climbing wall, and more.

Kline Creek Farm
1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago
Step back in time to experience life on a working farm in the 1890s at Kline Creek Farm in West Chicago. Stroll through restored farmstead structures and meet the historically costumed interpreters operating this living history farm using the tools and techniques of the past. Activities and events at the farm re-create the seasonal rhythms that have governed farm life for centuries.

Storybook Trail
Little Bear Garden at Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview
Daily at the Storybook Trail, kids can walk, skip, jog, or, better yet, bike along the path, to read a perfect seasonal story. Presented by the Glenview Park District, the Bike Glenview Initiative, and the Glenview Public Library.

Thorn Creek Nature Center & Preserve
247 Monee Road, Park Forest
Explore over 3 1/2 miles of trails that take you through an oak-hickory woodland, floodplain and scenic ravines and pine plantations. Trails are open daily, the nature center is open Fridays and Sundays from Noon - 4pm.

Hidden Oaks Nature Center
419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook
Hunt for animal homes, learn the history of the land, and discover items found on the site. Hidden Lakes features three secluded fishing ponds within the 80-acre conservation site that also houses Hidden Oaks Nature Center. The site also connects to the Will County Forest Preserves Whalon Lakes making it a great location to ride bikes, walk the trails or fish.

Major Taylor Bike Trail
105th St. to 129th St., Chicago
This 6+ mile path was named after legendary African American cyclist Marshall "Major" Taylor, and stretches through several sections of the city and through the neighborhoods of Brainerd, Gresham, Beverly, Morgan Park, Roseland and West Pullman, as well as the Village of Riverdale.

Mayslake Peabody Estate Story Walk: Daniel Finds a Poem
1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook
The lushly illustrated pages of Daniel Finds a Poem by Micha Archer come to life on large displays along a half-mile path that encourages children and their families to explore their surroundings and their inspirations. As you follow the story, you'll discover that nature and poetry are all around if you take the time to look and listen.

Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington St.. Chicago
Drawn by its beauty and the fabulous free public events, hundreds of thousands of visitors come to the Chicago Cultural Center every year, making it one of the most visited attractions in Chicago. The stunning landmark building is home to two magnificent stained-glass domes, as well as free music, dance and theater events, films, lectures, art exhibitions and family events.

Clark Playlot Park
3400 N. Rockwell St., Chicago
Richard Clark Park comprises nearly 19 acres of greenspace along the east bank of the Chicago River in the North Center neighborhood. At the park you'll find soccer field, the WMS Boat House, and new Kerry Wood Cubs Field. Bring your bikes to The Garden and try out a set of dirt jumps. There are 3 jump lines and a pump track with multiple routes, and terrain for all ages and skill levels.

Wagner Farm
1510 Wagner Road, Glenview
Historic Wagner Farm is one of the last working dairy farms in Cook County. Here you can take a leap back in time to farm life from decades past. Wagner Farm provides a unique opportunity for families to learn about its heritage. The Heritage Center is home to many exhibits that teach "life on the farm" during early 20th century.

Plum Creek Nature Center
27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher
The Plum Creek Nature Center offers visitors a place to explore the natural world, with hands-on exhibits in addition to a natural playscape for outdoor educational experiences, featuring a pollinator garden, rain garden, and interactive play elements. Kids can touch feathers and rocks, see animal skulls, and watch the birds. Closed on Mondays.

River Trail Nature Center
3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook
River Trail Nature Center tells the story of native plants and animals that remain in the urban environment. Learn how to make maple syrup, meet an owl or join a guided hike at all-ages events each week-or just let the kids climb and create at indoor and outdoor play areas.

31st Street Beach (Burroughs Beach Park)
3100 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago
The 31st Street Beach offers plenty of features to keep kids busy, including a playground with rope structures, a climbing wall and a water spray area, plus slides, swings and more.

Heller Nature Center
2821 Ridge Road, Highland Park
Oak-hickory forests, tall grass prairie, oak savanna and natural wetlands are an oasis for native plants and animals at this 97-acre preserve. Visitors can enjoy a picnic in our woodlandsand explore 3 miles of trails. Trails are open from 7:30am to Dusk.

Downers Grove Museum
831 Maple Avenue, Downers Grove
Step across the threshold of the Blodgett House for a glimpse of the past. Enter a bygone era when families rested on fainting couches instead of recliners, stored food in iceboxes instead of refrigerators, and entertained themselves with parlor games instead of cyber games. Kids will find a treasure trove of fascinating facts and fun, and can view the museum collections that include everything from buttonhooks to butter paddles, washboards to wedding dresses, and baby frocks to clocks. Make a reservation for self-guided and guided tours, along with access to the Museum's research library and archival collection.

Montrose Beach
4400 N. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago
Pack your blankets, picnic and frisbees - and bring your dog, too! This is a great family friendly beach where you can enjoy free parking, restroom and grills. An ADA accessible beach walk is available. A dog friendly beach is located at north end of Montrose Beach, and south of the recreational beach is a natural area that attracts migratory birds during the fall and spring seasons. A serene dune habitat has a rare panne habitat and endangered plant life thrives at this location.

Spring Valley Nature Sanctuary
1111 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg
Spring Valley is an outdoor living museum, where visitors can learn about nature and local history. Spring Valley is a refuge of 135 acres of fields, forests, marshes and streams. Spring Valley also features over three miles of handicapped-accessible hiking trails, a nature center with natural history displays and information, and an 1880s living history farm.

Volkening Heritage Farm
201 S. Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg
Step back into the 1880s for a look at when Schaumburg was a rural German farm community. On a visit to Volkening Heritage Farm, you can help with seasonal farm chores, participate in family activities and games of the 1880s or simply visit the livestock and soak in the quiet. Authentically dressed interpreters welcome and guide visitors through the site. Heritage Farm also offers a variety of school programs as well as programs for the general public.

Oak Park Conservatory
615 Garfield St, Oak Park
The Oak Park Conservatory carries the distinction as one of the top three historical sites in Oak Park, drawing over 50,000 visitors annually. Free to the public, The Oak Park Conservatory offers a rich atmosphere of flora and fauna throughout three indoor Conservatory showrooms including a Mediterranean room, Tropical room and Desert room.

Illinois Beach State Park
1 Lake Front Dr, Zion
Illinois Beach State Park stretches 6.5 miles along the sandy shore of Lake Michigan and offers a full range of recreation opportunities. Illinois Beach is the only remaining beach ridge shoreline left in the state, with dunes and swales, sprawling marshes, forests of oak and vast arrays of animal life and vegetation. Explore and check out the swimming, boating, picnicking, hiking, fishing, camping and nature.

Special Events
Festivals, Concerts, Movies and More

May 20
What's Blooming on Harrison
Oak Park Arts District, 211 Harrison, Oak Park
11am - 7pm
Oak Park's largest and favorite spring street festival includes an art fair, crafter booths, local business booths, food vendors, children's carnival rides, an art auction, craft beer garden, and entertainment stage. With live music and craft beer garden going until 9pm. Free.

Wednesdays May - August
Play! at Farm-in-the-Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo, 2200 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago
10am - noon
From sorting pinecones to digging in smooth seeds, children ages 1-5 will explore the sights, smells, and textures that nature has to offer during this free, open-ended experience. Take in a tall tale during story time, get messy at the process art station, sift and scoop at the sensory bin, or make music. Free.

Tuesdays May 16 - September 26 (except July 4)
Wiggleworms at Gallagher Way
Gallagher Way, 3635 N. Clark St., Chicago
10am
Join Old Town Schools' acclaimed Wiggleworms program on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. for a set of unique original music, movement, and of course...bubbles! Plenty of fun for all ages but designed for 1-6 year olds and parents together. Free.

May 20-21
Northbrook Art in the Park
Northbrook Village Green, Walters Avenue, Northbrook
10am - 5pm
The park is a beautiful tree shaded venue perfect for seeing more than 80 artists showing paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, photography and more. Live music in the gazebo, activities for kids, painting classes, selfie stations, and the brand new "Kids Art Stop" where artists invite children to stop at their booth to learn more about the art-making process, add to the family-friendly vibe of this event. Free.

May 27-28
Belmont-Sheffield Music Fest
Sheffield Ave. from Belmont to Roscoe, Chicago
11am to 10 pm
Don't miss top Midwest tribute bands on the main stage (near Roscoe), great eats, libations (beer and wine) and artisans. Also, expect eclectic entertainment near Belmont filled with fun neighborhood music acts, deejays and other performers. Headliners include Freddy Jones Band and Rod Tuffcurls & the Benchpress. $10 donation benefits the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce.

May 27-28
Barrington Art Festival
Downtown Barrington, Cook ad Station Streets
10am - 5pm
This beloved art fest fills the streets with 120 artists from near and far showing and selling art in all media including paintings, sculpture, jewelry, wearables and more! Live music and youth art activities add to the weekend's fun. Great restaurants, cafes and ice creameries line the festival route.

Tuesdays, May 23 - August 15
Downers Grove Summer Concert Series
Fishel Park, 1036 Grove Street, Downers Grove
7pm
The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings May 23 through August 15 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies. Watch the concerts in person at Fishel Park! Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6pm each Tuesday. Music will play between 7 and 8:30pm. Lineup include One Night Bane, Second Hand Soul Band, Generation and more. Free.

May 29 - September 4
Fireworks
Navy Pier, 600 E. Illinois St., Chicago
9pm Wednesdays, 10pm Saturdays, plus extra shows Memorial and Labor day
Chicago's favorite sky spectacle show Wednesday and Saturday nights from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Find a spot anywhere on the pier to take in this dazzling free display. Soundtracks feature dramatic and popular music with some special occasion soundtracks. Free.

Through late June
Funtime Unicorns
Polk Brothers Park at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago
11am - 8pm
There will be four sculptures in the public installation at Navy Pier. Artist Derrick Adams brings the playful installation, Funtime Unicorns, to Navy Pier. Each unicorn sculpture in the edition is a manifestation of Adams' signature iconography - a visual vocabulary of recognizable objects, symbols, bold colors, and shapes, recontextualized to depict leisure in an unprecedented way. Free.

Thursdays, June 1 - August 21
Rockin' in the Park Free Concerts and Fireworks at Rosemont's Parkway Bank Park
5501 Park Place, Rosemont
7-10pm
Free concerts will continue every Thursday and select weekend and holiday evenings from June 1 through August 31, featuring music by classic cover bands alongside food and beverage tents on the park's great lawn. Thursday night concerts will culminate with a musical fireworks display. Free.

Fridays, June 2 - August 25
Moonlit Movies in the Park
Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton
8:30pm (sunset)
Note: Parking fee applies
Bring the family and watch a favorite flick on our new 40-foot inflatable screen. All movies are outdoors and feature lawn seating. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets, and picnics are welcome. Included with admission, which is free for ages 0-15 ,and $10 for adults. Free.

June 3
Chicago Gospel Music Festival
Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, Michigan Avenue between Randolph/Monroe, Chicago
5:30-9pm
Kicking off the summer season in Millennium Park, this FREE inspirational music festival brings audiences of all ages and backgrounds together to celebrate the power of Gospel music. The 2023 lineup features Praize Production RIZE Youth Company, Choir Nation and GRAMMY® Award winners Karen Clark Sheard and Tye Tribbett on the Jay Pritzker Pavilion stage. Free.

June 3-4
Windy City Hot Dog Fest
Portage Park, 4000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago
Noon - 10pm
Some of Chicagoland's favorite hot dog stands will compete for who has the best frankfurter. And you get to be the judge! Plus, in addition to tasty dogs, patrons will get to listen to great local and regional acts on the event's mainstage. Plus, don't miss the kids' area, arts & crafts vendors and a top dog parade on Sunday. $10 donation appreciated.

June 3-4
Lincoln Park Greek Fest
St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 2701 N. Sheffield Ave., Chicago
Fri 5-11pm, Sat noon - 11pm, Sun noon - 10pm
This popular annual cultural celebration on the grounds of St. George Greek Orthodox Church will serve up authentic flavorful food, great music, dancing and pure fun. $10 Suggested Donation.

June 4-5
76th Annual 57th Street Art Fair
57th Street between Woodlawn and Kenwood, Chicago
Saturday 11-6, Sunday 10-5
Featuring nearly 200 artists, live music presented by Buddy Guy's Legends, and a Food Court presented by the Ray School PTA. The 57th St Art Fair is held on the streets of the historic Hyde Park neighborhood and offers art lovers a fantastic opportunity to view and shop original works of art from around the country. Free.

Thursdays, June 8 - August 10
Lunchtime Live: Children's Music Concerts
Cerny Park, 4S150 River Road, Warrenville
11:30am - 12:30pm
Join us for free Lunchtime Children's Music Concerts! Pack a lunch, bring a friend and enjoy live musical entertainment. All concerts are located at Cerny Park and begin at 11:30A. Concerts take place on select Thursdays, NOT weekly, so check calendar. Performers include Mr. Dave Music, Wendy & BB, Scribblemonster and more. Free.

Wednesdays June 9-30
Pier Dance - Free Dance Lessons
Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Pier Dance returns this summer with FREE dance lessons every Wednesday in June from 6PM-7:30PM. Leave it all on the dance floor with this fun series of free dance lessons. Each week a different style of dance will be taught by some of the most sought-after instructors in the city. After some focused lessons, the floor will be opened to free dance. Free.

June 9-11
Andersonville Midsommarfest
Clark from Foster to Gregory
Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday and Sunday noon-10 p.m.
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is pleased to welcome summer with Andersonville Midsommarfest, one of Chicago's oldest and most beloved summer street festivals. Now in its 57th year, the annual festival will be held June 9-11 along Andersonville's Clark Street corridor. $10 donation.

June 10-11
Wells Street Art Festival
Wells Street between North Avenue and Division, Chicago
Saturday 10-10, Sunday 10-9
This prestigious festival is an iconic "start of summer" cultural event for thousands of Chicagoans and Midwest art lovers. Nearly 70,000 visitors will again descend on Wells Street to celebrate the 47th annual Wells Street Art Festival. It's easily one of the largest juried fine arts fairs in the Midwest. $10 donation.

June 10-11
Old Town Art Fair
Old Town Triangle Historic District, 1763 N. North Park Ave., Chicago
Saturday 10-7, Sunday 10-6

There will be 200+ nationally acclaimed artists, an estimated 10,000 art lovers, a Garden Walk, Live Music, Food Court and Children's Corner. Gates open Saturday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, rain or shine. In the Children's Corner, Let your kids unleash their inner artist! There's fun for the whole family. Suggested donation $12.

Sundays, June 11 - July 30
Concerts in Your Park
Various parks in Naperville
7:00-8:30pm
Taking place most Thursdays from June 11 - July 30. Concerts in Your Park is a Sunday evening summer music series for families and neighbors; each concert is held at a different neighborhood park. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a FREE evening of outdoor musical entertainment from 7:00-8:30 pm. Join your friends and neighbors for the musical event coming to your area. Free.

Wednesdays, June 14 - August 16
Wednesdays on the Green
Skokie Village Green, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie
7pm
Enjoy FREE fun on Wednesday nights this Summer. Bring the kids and enjoy music from bands like Sushi Roll, Diamondback, Class of '68, Mellencougar and more. See web site for schedule. Free.

Wednesdays, June 14 - August 3
Wednesday Children's Concert
Hubbard Woods Park, 939 Green Bay Road, Winnetka
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Bring a picnic lunch or pick up food from one of the nearby Hubbard Woods businesses. Be sure to bring your bathing suit to enjoy the splash pad at the park! All children must be accompanied by an adult. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Concerts are free but please register. Featuring entertainment that includes Mary Macaroni, Scribble Monster, Leanardo Music and more. Free.

Select Wednesdays, June 14 - August 23
Wednesdays in the Woods
Hubbard Woods Park, 939 Green Bay Road, Winnetka
7:00-8:30pm
Come enjoy live music every Wednesday night throughout the summer! Bring chairs + blankets to enjoy the warm summer night with friends and family. Bands this summer include Trippin' Billies, 7th Heaven, Hi Infidelity and more. Free.

Thursdays, June 15 - August 3
Summer Celebrations Series
Carol Stream Town Center, 960 N Gary Ave, Carol Stream
7-9pm. Movie on June 30 at 8pm.
Concerts take place Thursdays from June 16 - July 28, with the movie Encanto on Thursday June 30. Bands include local favorites like Trippin Billies, 7th Heaven, Strawdawg and more. Free.

June 17-18
Chicago Pride Parade
N. Halsted Street at Addison, Chicago
11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily
The 2-day street festival in the Northalsted neighborhood features live music on 3 stages, a Youth Pride Space for teens, best of Chicago drag performance, Proud Pet Parade, dance exhibitions, Chicago Gay Men's Chorus, high heel race for prizes, guest speakers and over 150 food and merchandise vendors. $15 donation.

June 17-18
Gold Coast Art Fair
Grant Park Butler Field, S Lake Shore Dr. & E Monroe St., Chicago
10am - 5pm
This award-winning, family-friendly art fair welcomes 200 juried artists from around the country and draws thousands of art enthusiasts from Chicago and beyond, creating an exceptional, shoppable art experience. Paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, mixed media and more will be exhibited and for sale. $10, ages 12 and under are free.

Saturdays, June 17 - August 26
Lombard's Cruise Nights & Summer Concerts
South Park Avenue, Lombard
6-9pm
Kick back, relax and enjoy this unique experience that brings classic and custom cars, live music, and Lombard's local businesses together for family-friendly summer events in Downtown Lombard. All concerts will be held at S. Park Ave. from 6 - 9 p.m., and guests may set up chairs at 5 p.m. with parking available in the Metra commuter lots. Free.

Sundays, June 11 - July 30
Deerfield Sumer Concert Series
Floral Park, Floral Park Trail, Deerfield
5 - 6:30 PM (July 2 1pm)
Join your friends and neighbors at Floral Park for Deerfield's Summer Concert Series. Bring a picnic dinner, chairs or a blanket for an evening of live music and fun. Bands include Sushi Roll, Roger That, Chocolate in Your Pocket and more. Free.

Mondays and Thursdays, June 22 - August 21
Millennium Park Summer Music Series
Millennium Park, Michigan Avenue between Randolph/Monroe, Chicago
See web site for schedule
Mondays and Thursdays, June 20-August 18, 2022. Millennium Park Summer Music Series features a wide variety of music from established and emerging artists at the iconic Jay Pritzker Pavilion. 6:30-9pm (Gates open at 5pm, Pre-show 5:30pm) Free.

Wednesdays, June 21 - August 2
Dancin' In The Streets Summer Concerts
Downtown Clarendon Hills on Prospect Avenue
7-9pm
Gather your family, friends, and neighbors and head to downtown Clarendon Hills. Bring your own chairs and blankets, and set up your space to enjoy a fun and relaxing summer evening with live music, food and beverages under the stars. Free.

Wednesdays, June 21 - August 2
Music Under the Stars
Memorial Park, 132 Oak Ave.. La Grange Park
7-8:30pm
Concerts are every Wednesday June 21 through August 2 from 7-8:30pm. Bands include local favorites like Jolly Ringwalds, South of Disorder, Evil Burrito and more. Free.

June 23-25
Logan Square Arts Festival
Logan Square, Milwaukee and Logan, Chicago
Friday 5-10pm, Saturday and Sunday 12-10pm
Each year the LSAF features artists of varying disciplines, neighborhood restaurants, and locally produced beer and cocktails. The festival partners with neighborhood art organizations on the presentation of visual art across the festival grounds, and with local music venues to present a diverse array of music representative of our neighborhood. Suggested donation.

July 7-9
Square Roots Festival
Lincoln Square, 4400-4560 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago
Friday 5-10 p.m., Saturday noon-10 p.m. and Sunday noon-9 p.m.
Square Roots brings together the best of Lincoln Square, Chicago, and beyond, with live music, family fun, local restaurants and vendors, and the best craft beer showcase of any Chicago street fest. Suggested donation.

July 7-9
West Fest
West Town, 1800-2000 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago
Friday 5-10pm, Saturday and Sunday 12pm-10pm
The Festival features local restaurants, food trucks, food vendors, West Town retail vendors, corporate sponsors, local artists and more. Kid Fest on Saturday and Sunday is a kid friendly event complete with its own vendors and live entertainment stage. Also Saturday and Sunday is Pet Fest, with a dog obstacle course, paw painting, pet retail and services booths and more. Suggested donation $10.

July 8-9
Southport Art Fest
Southport Corridor, Waveland and Southport, Chicago
10am - 7pm
Southport Art Fest will highlight a wide range art mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolor, jewelry, sculpture, photography, wood, glass, paper, metal, and mixed media at center stage all weekend long. Families will have the opportunity to bring their children and enjoy all that Southport Art Fest has to offer. A special Kid's area has been designed with interactive games and activities that will make for an unforgettable time. Free.

July 21-23
Taste of Lincoln Avenue
Lincoln Park, 2500 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago
Friday 3-10pm; Sat-Sunday Noon-10 p.m.
Taste of Lincoln Avenue offers plenty of food and arts and crafts vendors, an amazing line-up from bands all over the Midwest, Arts & crafts galore, and a Kids' Carnival with non-stop activities for your littles including inflatables, arts/crafts and performances. $10 donation.

July 29-30
Chinatown Summer Fair
2200-2400 S. Wentworth, Chicago
10am - 8pm
This neighborhood street festival will open with a Lion Dance procession at 12:30 p.m., a welcome at 1 p.m. on Main Stage, followed by cultural performances. The fair will also feature a taste of Chinatown's restaurants, unique gift shops, and a children's area. Chinatown Summer Fair is a true celebration of Far East beauty and culture including food, art and music. Free.

August 4-6
Jeff Fest
Jefferson Memorial Park, 4822 N Long Ave., Chicago
Friday 5-10, Saturday and Sunday 2-10
Held in idyllic (and popular) Jefferson Memorial Park just west of the intersection of Milwaukee and Lawrence Avenues, Jeff Fest is a proud tradition in one of Chicago's most friendly communities. Beyond music and food, the Kids' Zone area on the north side of the park features a ton of cool activities for families. It's also where one will find the fest's groovin' "Community Stage." $10 for adults, kids free.

August 11-13
Retro on Roscoe
Roscoe Village, Roscoe and Damen, Chicago
See web site for schedule
Live music will play oldies and throwbacks along with popular hits to keep festival goers moving through the hot summer nights! The soundtrack for the annual Retro on Roscoe will be the bomb! The family area offers prime inflatables, delectable crafts, balloon artists, face painting, music, rides and more. $10 suggested donation.

August 19-20
Chicago Air and Water Show
North Avenue Beach, 1600 North, Chicago
10am - 2pm
The Chicago Air and Water Show presented by the City of Chicago is the largest FREE show of its kind in the United States. The show can be viewed along the lakefront from Fullerton to Oak Street, with North Avenue Beach as the focal point. Free.

August 25-27
Taste of Greektown
Greektown, 315 S. Halsted St., Chicago
Friday 4-10, Saturday & Sunday noon-10
Blending Old World traditions with a 21st century freshness, the tantalizing food and spirits from neighborhood eateries will again be the main attraction. There will also be plenty of music and entertainment including Greek bands and games for both kids and families. Opa! $10 donation.

Farmers Markets

May through October
Lincoln Square Farmers Market
Lincoln Square, 2309 W. Leland Ave., Chicago
Tuesday 7am - noon, Thursday 3-7pm
Discover over 40 vendors each week at the Lincoln Square Farmers Market. Occurring Tuesday morning and Thursday afternoon in the heart of Lincoln Square, the market connects local farmers, artisans, and food purveyors to the Northside of Chicago. Free.

Wednesdays and Saturdays, May 4 - November 18
Green City Market Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park, 1817 N Clark St., Chicago
7am - 1pm
Discover the best of the Midwest at GCM Lincoln Park, with dozens of local, sustainable farmers and food producers, community programs for all ages, and more. Free.

Wednesdays and Saturdays, May through November
Green City Market West Loop
Mary Bartelme Park, 115 S Sangamon St., Chicago
8am - 1pm
Discover the best of the Midwest at Green City Market's West Loop farmers' market, with dozens of local, sustainable farmers and food producers, community programs for all ages, and more, every Saturday, May through November, in Mary Bartelme Park.

Tuesdays June 6 - October 10
Lakeview Low Line Farmers Market
Southport Brown Line Auxiliary Exit, 3410 N. Southport Ave., Chicago
3-7pm
The Low-Line Market is a conveniently located and carefully curated farmers market, with the goal of creating an experience where neighbors can meet and gather while having greater access to a collection of high-quality produce, proteins, flowers and artisanal foods from local farms and vendors.

Wednesdays, June 14 - October 11
Ravenswood Farmers Market
Ravenswood Evangelical Covenant Church, 4900 N. Damen Ave., Chicago
4-8pm
The Ravenswood Farmers Market is a weekly, open-air summer market at 4900 N Damen Avenue. Join us Wednesdays evenings from June through October. Our market connects residents to farmers and food producers and provides a meeting place for neighbors to come together. In addition to a variety of farmers and vendors, you'll also find guest artists, retailers, health and wellness providers, and local non-profit organizations.

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