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September 10–13, 2026 | Berwyn, Near West Suburbs & Chicago Labor Day may be over, but fall festival season around Chicago is just getting started. The second weekend of September brings one of the most diverse festival lineups of the season with Hispanic culture in Melrose Park and Grant Park, German beer and brats in Lincoln Square, carnival rides in La Grange, art in the West End, a huge throwback music weekend on the Northwest Side and even a little St. Patrick's Day cele

Who says the weekend has to start on Friday? This week, we're starting Thursday night in Downtown Oak Park and rolling straight through Sunday with live music, food trucks, art, craft beer, garage-sale treasure hunting, classic cars, outdoor movies, street festivals and plenty happening right here in Berwyn. Whether you're looking for a date night, something with the kids, live music, a bargain hunt or just an excuse to get out of the house, we've got you covered. Here's what

September 4–7, 2026 | Berwyn, Near West Suburbs, Chicago & Beyond Labor Day weekend may mark the unofficial end of summer, but around Chicago, festival season is nowhere near finished. Labor Day Weekend Fests From September 4–7, you can catch four days packed with live music, carnival rides, Polish food, fresh Maine lobster, arts and crafts, fireworks, parades and some of the biggest suburban festivals of the year. Whether you're looking for something close to Berwyn or you'r

This weekend is packed with reasons to get out and explore! Berwyn's Taste of Cermak Road returns Thursday night after its weather postponement, the Corrida del Mariachi takes over Berwyn on Saturday & Chicago Air & Water Show takes over the lakefront all weekend, FitzGerald's has an incredible lineup of live music, Summer Cruise Nights rolls back into the Depot District on Monday, and you'll also find festivals, family events, car shows, and outdoor entertainment happening

One of Chicago's most iconic summer traditions is back! The 2026 Chicago Air & Water Show returns to the lakefront Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, with a full rehearsal on Friday, August 14. Best of all? Admission is completely FREE. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast, bringing the family, or just looking for an unforgettable weekend in the city, here's everything you need to know before you go. Event Details 📅 Dates Friday, August 14: Public Rehearsal Saturday

Looking for one of Chicago's best free summer festivals? Edgewater Music Fest 2026 returns for an incredible three-day celebration featuring 35+ live bands, 100+ local vendors, great food, local drinks, family activities, and one of the city's most diverse music lineups. Edgewater Music Fest Taking over Broadway between Thorndale and Ardmore, this neighborhood festival has quickly become one of Chicago's can't-miss summer events. Whether you're coming from Berwyn, Oak Park, t

September 4–6, 2026 | Maywood Veterans Park | Free Admission Looking for one of the biggest Labor Day weekend celebrations in Chicago's western suburbs? Maywood Fest 2026 returns Friday, September 4 through Sunday, September 6 with three days of live entertainment, delicious food, shopping, community pride, and family fun at Maywood Veterans Park (4th Avenue & Oak Street). Whether you're coming from Berwyn, Oak Park, Forest Park, Broadview, Bellwood, Elmhurst, or Chicago, Ma

Summer isn't over yet, and this weekend is one of the busiest of August. Whether you're looking for live music, amazing food, family activities, classic cars, or a fun night out, there's no shortage of things to do within a short drive of Berwyn. Taste Of Elmwood Park From the 41st Annual Taste of Elmwood Park just minutes away to Oak Park's Thursday Night Out, free concerts at FitzGerald's, and several iconic Chicago festivals, here's your complete Discover Berwyn guide to t

If you're looking for a relaxing Saturday filled with live music, local food, and a laid-back community atmosphere, add the Countryside Bluegrass Festival to your September calendar. Taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, this free outdoor festival brings together talented bluegrass musicians, local food trucks, craft beverages, and plenty of room to spread out with friends and family. Only about 15 minutes from Berwyn, it's an easy afternoon or evening trip for anyone

September 18–19, 2026 If you're looking for one of Chicagoland's biggest fall festivals, put Downers Grove Oktoberfest on your calendar. Downers Grove Oktoberfest Returning to downtown Downers Grove for its 13th annual celebration, this two-day festival combines nationally known rock bands, local entertainment, authentic Oktoberfest food, German beer, family activities, wrestling, and one of the best downtown festival atmospheres in the western suburbs. Best of all? It's just

If you love finding vintage décor, tools, collectibles, furniture, toys, records, or just enjoy the thrill of the hunt, this weekend is one you won't want to miss. The Village of Stickney Village-Wide Garage Sale returns Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26, 2026, with dozens of neighborhood sales taking place throughout the village. Whether you're a reseller, collector, first-time homeowner, or simply looking for a bargain, this annual event is one of the best ways to spend

Looking for something to do this weekend? You picked one of the biggest weekends of the summer. From Fiesta Del Sol in Pilsen and Wicker Park Fest, to Blues Traveler and Nelly at Brookfield Zoo, free concerts in Oak Park, and an incredible lineup at FitzGerald's in Berwyn, there are dozens of events happening within minutes of home. Fiesta Del Sol Whether you're looking for live music, great food, family activities, or a quick day trip into Chicago, here's everything worth ch

This fall, Berwyn is kicking off an exciting new tradition with Berwyn Fall Fest, a two-day celebration packed with live music, incredible local food, cold beer, carnival rides, kids activities, and everything that makes our community special. Whether you're looking for live music Friday night, family fun on Saturday afternoon, or just an excuse to grab great food with friends, Fall Fest is shaping up to be one of the biggest weekends of the year in Berwyn. Located in the hea

If you're looking for more than just another 5K, the Corrida del Mariachi 5K is one of the most unique races you'll find anywhere in Illinois. Returning on Saturday, August 15, 2026, this annual event transforms Berwyn into a celebration of fitness, culture, music, food, and community. Now celebrating its 7th anniversary, the North Berwyn Park District's signature race has grown into one of the area's most anticipated summer traditions and with the event selling out in previo

For horror fans, July can feel like the longest month of the year. The Halloween stores haven't opened. Pumpkins haven't appeared on every porch. Haunted houses are still weeks away from returning. But what if you didn't have to wait? This July 24 & 25, Disturbia Haunted House is bringing Halloween to the middle of summer with its limited-time Summer Screams event in Downers Grove. If you're already counting down to spooky season, this might be exactly what you've been waitin

July 10–12, 2026 Summer is hitting full stride, and this weekend is absolutely packed with festivals, concerts, family activities, food, and live entertainment across Berwyn and the western suburbs. From music festivals and food events to family adventures, here's what's happening around Berwyn this weekend. Whether you're looking for live music, great food, a night at the zoo, or a quick day trip, we've rounded up some of the best events happening within a short drive of Ber

There are food festivals... And then there's Taste of Chicago. For more than four decades, this iconic Chicago tradition has brought together the city's incredible food scene, live music, local chefs, family activities, and hundreds of thousands of visitors in the heart of downtown. Whether you're craving a Chicago-style hot dog, deep dish pizza, tacos, barbecue, cheesecake, or something you've never tried before. Taste of Chicago is one of the best ways to experience the cit

POSTPONED because of air quality. Sometimes the best nights in Berwyn don't require reservations, expensive tickets, or a trip downtown. Taste Of Cermak Rd Sometimes all you need is $15, a few friends, and an appetite. On Thursday, Aug 13, the annual Taste of Cermak Road returns, transforming Berwyn's historic Cermak Road into one giant neighborhood food crawl. From 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., you'll have the chance to sample food, sweets, drinks, and specials from some of Berwyn's f

This is not your childhood circus. Paranormal Cirque: Inferno is bringing its horror-themed, adults-only big top experience to Orland Square in Orland Park from July 10–13, 2026, and it may be one of the strangest, darkest, most unexpected shows coming through the Chicago suburbs this summer. The touring production is part circus, part cabaret, part haunted attraction, and part dark comedy all wrapped inside a striped big top tent. Paranormal Cirque What Is Paranormal Cirque:

America turns 250 years old this weekend, and there may not be another Fourth of July like this in our lifetime. Happy 250th USA Last Updated: July 1, 2026 From Berwyn's annual fireworks at Morton West High School to the Taste of Oak Brook, four straight days of live music at FitzGerald's, hometown parades, farmers markets, and community celebrations across Oak Park, Riverside, Brookfield, North Riverside, Westchester and Elmwood Park, there's something happening almost every