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Check out the family-friendly events that we’ve rounded up for you all in one place, only on chicagonorthshoremoms.com! *some events are for grown-ups only. Be sure to check with the event website directly to learn about any changes, especially due to weather, or errors.
Thursday, July 9
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Food Truck Thursdays in the Ravinia District, Jens Jensen Park, Highland Park, 4:30 pm
2026 Thursday Night Markets, Fountain Square, Evanston, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
2026 Downtown Summer Sounds, Fountain Square, Evanston, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Free
Friday, July 10
Sidewalk Sale Shop Northfield, Northfield, all day
The Wilmette Sidewalk Sale, Downtown Wilmette, all day
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Little Firefighters Storytime, Wilmette Historical Museum, Wilmette, 10:30 – 11:30 am
Lake County Greek Fest, St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Libertyville, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton, Port Clinton Square, Highland Park, 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Free
Glow in the Park, Ingraham Park, Evanston, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Saturday, July 11
Sidewalk Sale Shop Northfield, Northfield, all day
The Wilmette Sidewalk Sale, Downtown Wilmette, all day
Lakefront Chess Blitz Tournament, Lakefront Park, Glencoe, 8:00 – 10:00 am
Wilmette French Market, Wilmette Metra Parking Lot, Wilmette, 8:00 – 11:00 am
Barre3 + Bentley: An Exclusive Movement Experience, barre3 North Shore, Bannockburn, 9:00 – 9:30 am
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Japan Fest Chicago 2026, Skokie Sports Park East, Skokie, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Lake County Greek Fest, St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Libertyville, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Summer Bash – Sponsored by The Donato Foundation, Donato Foundation Sports Complex, Bannockburn, 12:00 – 8:00 pm
Big Summer Bash @ Meyer Sports Complex, Meyer Sports Complex, Bannockburn, 12:00 – 8:00 pm
Sunday, July 12
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp “Swim & Play”, Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp, Lake Zurich, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Japan Fest Chicago 2026, Skokie Sports Park East, Skokie, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Lake County Greek Fest, St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Libertyville, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday Jazz at the Fountain Square, Fountain Square, Evanston, 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Monday, July 13
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Children’s Art Classes – Summer Workshops, Children’s Art Classes of Glenview, Glenview, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, $129
Tuesday, July 14
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
MomTalk – Mom Support Group, 360° Wellness & Coaching, Lake Forest, 11:00 am
Admin Hour with Ronna, 1:00 – 2:15 pm
Wednesday, July 15
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Highwood Evening Gourmet Market, Everts Park, Highwood, 4:30 – 9:00 pm
Girls Who Grill – Grilling Class, The Backyard Barbecue Store, Wilmette, 6:00 – 7:00 pm, $100
Wintrust Bearfoot in the Park Concerts, Jackman Park Gazebo, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Movie Under the Stars: Hoppers, PJ23 Parking Lot, Evanston, 7:30 pm
Thursday, July 16
Lake Bluff / Lake Forest Summer Sale Celebration, Lake Bluff/Lake Forest, all day (through July 18)
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Food Truck Thursdays in the Ravinia District, Jens Jensen Park, Highland Park, 4:30 pm
The Elstori Collective: A Gathering for New Moms, Serene Head & Wellness Spa, Highland Park, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
The Peri Power Hour for Midlife Women, Virtual, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
2026 Downtown Summer Sounds, Fountain Square, Evanston, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Free
Trinity Wilmette Ice Cream Social, Trinity Wilmette, Wilmette, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Friday, July 17
Highwood Days Carnival, Downtown Highwood Metra Station Parking Lot, Highwood, all day (through July 19)
Taste of Highwood (2nd Annual), Everts Park, Highwood, all day (through July 19)
Lake Bluff / Lake Forest Summer Sale Celebration, Lake Bluff/Lake Forest, all day (through July 18)
Sidewalk Sale Shop Winnetka, Winnetka, all day (through July 18)
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton, Port Clinton Square, Highland Park, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
FREE Family Fun! Evenings on the Farm, Historic Wagner Farm, Glenview, 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Saturday, July 18
Highwood Days Carnival, Downtown Highwood Metra Station Parking Lot, Highwood, all day (through July 19)
Taste of Highwood (2nd Annual), Everts Park, Highwood, all day (through July 19)
Lake Bluff / Lake Forest Summer Sale Celebration, Lake Bluff/Lake Forest, all day
Sidewalk Sale Shop Winnetka, Winnetka, all day
Wilmette French Market, Wilmette Metra Parking Lot, Wilmette, 8:00 – 11:00 am
Chicago Stars FC at Home, Martin Stadium, Evanston, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Shop N’ Drop Powered by SaLT, 1849 Green Bay Road, Highland Park, 8:30 – 11:00 am
Highwood 5K Family Run, Walk & Stroll, Downtown Highwood, Highwood, 9:00 am
North Shore Vintage: Antique Warehouse Sale, Heritage Trail Mercantile, Northfield, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Disney’s The Little Mermaid, The Performing Arts Center, Deerfield, 2:00 – 4:30 pm
Sunday, July 19
Highwood Days Carnival, Downtown Highwood Metra Station Parking Lot, Highwood, all day
Taste of Highwood (2nd Annual), Everts Park, Highwood, all day
SunriseGAMES 2026, Bernard Weinger JCC, Northbrook, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
North Shore Vintage: Antique Warehouse Sale, Heritage Trail Mercantile, Northfield, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
2026 Evanston Cars & Coffee, Downtown Evanston, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Experience the New “WhirlWind” Exhibit at the Kohl Children’s Museum, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday Jazz at the Fountain Square, Fountain Square, Evanston, 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Human Raised: A Family Experience, Kohl Children’s Museum, Glenview, 2:00 – 4:00 pm, Free
Disney’s The Little Mermaid, The Performing Arts Center, Deerfield, 2:00 – 4:30 pm
An Evening With Dr. Dana Suskind, Michigan Shores Club, Wilmette, 5:00 – 7:30 pm
