CHICAGO (WLS) — Baseball season is already in full swing in Chicago. Soon, it’s the suburbs turn!
Schaumburg Boomers – Wintrust Field, Schaumburg
The Schaumburg Boomers turn on the lights next week.
Opening Day is coming up on May 9 at Wintrust Field, has got a kids zone, a beer garden and lots of new improvements to make the Boomers even more fun to watch.
Deer Park Art Show – Deer Park Town Center, 20530North Rand Road
The Deer Park Art Show is back at the Deer Park Town Center this weekend! Thousands of original pieces from 75 artists will be on display at this family-friendly outdoor festival. Visitors can enjoy live painting classes, interactive art demos, face painting, a Kids Art Zone and more.
Pathlights Gala – Orland Chateau at 14500 LaGrange Road in Orland Park
Tickets are still available for Pathlights first ever Gala in Orland Park! Founded in 1975, the nonprofit has grown from a small team to over 60 staff and 70 volunteers, offering services like meal delivery, abuse intervention, financial support, and caregiver resources. The Gala will feature dinner, dancing, live music, silent auctions, and more. Organizers hope the event will both honor five decades of impact and ensure continued support for the growing number of older adults in need.
Northern Illinois Food Bank Fight Hunger 10K, 5K & Kids Mile – Cantigny Park Wheaton
Help fight hunger with Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Fight Hunger 10K, 5K & Kids Mile in Wheaton this weekend! This fun-filled event offers three race routes, prizes, a Gaming Truck in the Kids Zone, and food trucks from across the area. Revolution Brewing will sponsor the finish line beer. Their mission is to provide nutritious food to neighbors in need across 13 counties
Mexico Fest _Navy Pier
Mexico Fest is back at Navy Pier this weekend! This weekend long event features artisans, musicians, dancers, workshops and dozens of vendors. Bring the whole family for this festive event!
Zoo-ologie Cocktail Party – Café Brauer at Lincoln Park Zoo
Friday night, the Lincoln Park Zoo Auxiliary Board will host its annual Zoo-ologie cocktail party bringing together young philanthropists to support the zoo’s animal care and conservation efforts. The event will feature gourmet bites from top local restaurants, an open bar, live music, dancing, and a raffle, all set against scenic views of the city and Nature Boardwalk.
Markets For Makers – Artifact Events, 4325 N. Ravenswood
Support small businesses and creative makers at this year’s Markets For Makers Spring Market! This curated market showcases exclusive items by creators from a variety pf categories like home décor, fashion, art and more.
Nightmare Weeknd – Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont
GalaxyCon is debuting Nightmare Weekend at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. This three-day event will feature over 100 hours of horror-themed programming, including celebrity panels, gaming, tattooing, after-dark parties, and sinister cosplay competitions. Meet the cast of The Walking Dead, Hocus Pocus, and Scream VI, plus appearances by stars like William Shatner, Cassandra Peterson, and more.
Art in Wilder Park – Elmhurst Art Museum
The 28th annual Art in Wilder Park is back at the Elmhurst Art Museum! This free, family-friendly event will feature over 130 vendors offering unique jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, prints, and more! A major highlight is CROSSINGS, a solo exhibition by acclaimed Chicago artist Bernard Williams, showcasing monumental sculptures of a NASCAR race car, an airplane, and a tractor across the museum’s campus.
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