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June 2026
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June
5
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Golf for Good
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Mountain View Adventure Golf, 510 E. Algonquin Rd., Des Plaines
Mini golf to support the Center of Concern.
$15 per golfer, all ages
Save $5 on groups of 4 or more
Tickets inlude 18 holes of mini golf, face painting, snacks and beverages. Enter to win great prizes in our family-friendly raffles, 5 raffle tickets for $5.
The Center of Concern provides housing assistance, older adult programs and community services to individuals and families in need.
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June
6
Sunday,
June
7
Monday,
June
8
Tuesday,
June
9
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DP Library Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
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Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
All ages. No registration required. Join us in celebrating the start of the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge!
In the case of inclement weather, event will be in Meeting Room B/C.
Schedule:
1-3pm: Bubble Stations provided by Absolute Science
1:30-3:30pm: Face or Arm Painting provided by A Hardy Party
1-4pm: Games and Craft while supplies last
1-4pm: The Physics Dimension - Carousel of Science
Wednesday,
June
10
Thursday,
June
11
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Live at the Lake
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Lake Park Bandshell (222. Lee St).
Join us at the Lake Park Bandshell for Live at the Lake featuring Strung Out, Chicago’s ultimate 1970s tribute band. Enjoy a high‑energy mix of rock, soul, funk, and classic one‑hit wonders that bring the spirit of the 70s to life with a fresh twist.
Enjoy families activities like Art in the Park, grab dinner from Tiki Terrace, cool off with Kona Ice, and relax by the lake for a fun summer evening of music and community.
Friday,
June
12
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FREE Movie Night: Beethoven
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Lake Park, 2200 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Des Plaines
Saturday,
June
13
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FREE Optimist Club Fishing Derby and Kite Fly
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Lake Opeka, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
Come out and spend the morning enjoying fishing, prizes and kite flying! Located at the Optimist Pavilion (1st Pavilion south of the bandshell, Howard and Lee St.
Loaner poles available, bait provided, 1 free kite for each child.
Contests, gifts, snacks and beverages are free.
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Mud Day Celebration
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Izaak Walton League Des Pl, 1841 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
It's Mud Day, let's get dirty! Sponsored by the Des Plaines Public Library.
Did you know there was such a thing as Mud Day? It started in 2009 as a project between Australia and Nepal. Now, people worldwide use this day to reap the health and educational benefits of playing in the mud.
Come join us at the Izaak Walton League (1841 S. River Road) to get down and dirty!
Come by anytime between 10am and noon to celebrate mud! Dress for a mess.
Sunday,
June
14
Monday,
June
15
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D62 Board of Education Meeting
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Forest Elementary School, 1375 S 5th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
Tuesday,
June
16
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Shadow Puppet Show
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Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Matt Sandbank will be here to perform a wonderful shadow puppet show!
All ages welcome. Please register beginning Tuesday, June 9th, by visiting the Youth Services desk or calling 847.376.2839
Wednesday,
June
17
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Live at the Lake
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Central Park (1555 E. Thacker St.)
Join us in Central Park for another exciting night of Live at the Lake featuring Prairie Station, the Chicago suburbs’ most talked‑about modern country band. Enjoy crowd‑favorite hits from today’s country stars like Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, and Sugarland, along with classic country staples from Johnny Cash—and even a little classic rock mixed in!
Enjoy families activities like Art in the Park, grab dinner from Spoon Burger, and relax outdoors for a fun summer evening full of music and community.
Thursday,
June
18
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Munch Madness (ages 9-12)
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Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Come to this taste-test to try some All American favorites.
Please be conscious of food allergies.
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Live at the Lake
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Lake Park Bandshell (2200 Lee St.)
Join us at the Lake Park Bandshell for Live at the Lake featuring The Mackenzie O’Brien Band, one of the area’s top young country bands. Enjoy a high‑energy mix of country favorites, surprise crossover hits, and a few original songs, delivered by an award‑winning performer with deep roots in Nashville and the national country music scene.
Enjoy family activities like Art in the Park, grab dinner from Tacos Las Manitas, treat yourself to dessert from My Funnel Truck, and relax by the lake for a fun summer evening of music and community.
Friday,
June
19
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Taste of Des Plaines
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The Taste of Des Plaines is a two-day summer street festival that takes place on Ellinwood Street (between the Des Plaines Metra Station and the Des Plaines Public Library) in the heart of downtown on Father's Day weekend. This event includes live entertainment on two stages, local restaurants serving their specialties, beer tents, and fun for the whole family.
Listen to live music beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 19, and 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, and don’t forget to stop by our photo op. Kick off your summer by grabbing a bite to eat and listening to live music at Taste of Des Plaines!
Taste of Des Plaines is Cashless
The Taste of Des Plaines is a cashless event. Please note that food and alcohol purchases will require a debit card, credit card, or a cashless mobile payment application (Apple Pay, Google Pay). Taste of Des Plaines will NOT sell or require tickets to purchase food and alcohol.
Please note: no outside alcohol is permitted at the event. Beer, wine, seltzers, and other beverages are available for purchase at the beer tents.
Saturday,
June
20
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Taste of Des Plaines
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The Taste of Des Plaines is a two-day summer street festival that takes place on Ellinwood Street (between the Des Plaines Metra Station and the Des Plaines Public Library) in the heart of downtown on Father's Day weekend. This event includes live entertainment on two stages, local restaurants serving their specialties, beer tents, and fun for the whole family.
Listen to live music beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 19, and 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, and don’t forget to stop by our photo op. Kick off your summer by grabbing a bite to eat and listening to live music at Taste of Des Plaines!
Taste of Des Plaines is Cashless
The Taste of Des Plaines is a cashless event. Please note that food and alcohol purchases will require a debit card, credit card, or a cashless mobile payment application (Apple Pay, Google Pay). Taste of Des Plaines will NOT sell or require tickets to purchase food and alcohol.
Please note: no outside alcohol is permitted at the event. Beer, wine, seltzers, and other beverages are available for purchase at the beer tents.
Sunday,
June
21
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Dad & Me 2026 Annual Golf Tournament
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Golf Center Des Plaines (353 N. River Rd.)
Celebrate Father’s Day with a tradition that brings generations together on the green. The Dad & Me Annual Golf Tournament returns for 2026, inviting dads, granddads and their favorite “Me” to team up for a fun and friendly morning of competition.
This 9 hole tournament begins with a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start and features an alternate shot format, where teammates take turns throughout the round.
The team with the lowest combined score will take home the 2026 Dad & Me Tournament Trophy. Hole Contests and Prizes will be awarded in two brackets, one for participants under 18 and another for over 18.
Monday,
June
22
Tuesday,
June
23
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Tween Nature Walk (ages 9-12)
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Izaak Walton League Des Pl, 1841 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
Meet us at the Izaak Walton League for a guided walk through the woods. Afterwards, we'll make a craft using buckthorn, an invasive species the IWLA has been working hard to eliminate.
This is a drop-off program and requires a signed consent form.
Wednesday,
June
24
Thursday,
June
25
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Draw Weird Sports (grades K-8)
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Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Welcome Andertoons back to DPPL for a hilarious drawing class all about really weird sports!
"You think Pickleball is weird?! Try Cycleball! Sepak Takraw! Bartitsu! And even… I hesitate to say it… OK, prepare yourself... Fierljeppen! And we’re drawing them all!"
For children entering grades K-8.
Registration required beginning Thursday, June 18th.
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Live at the Lake
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Lake Park Bandshell (2200 Lee St.)
Join us at the Lake Park Bandshell for Live at the Lake featuring Mr. Myers, a long‑time Midwest favorite known for their upbeat Caribbean Rock sound. Enjoy a lively blend of calypso, ska, reggae, rock‑n‑roll, and classic tunes that create a carefree, dance‑ready atmosphere for audiences of all ages.
Enjoy family activities like Art in the Park, grab dinner from I Love Grill and Lemonade, cool off with Kona Ice, and relax by the lake for a fun summer evening of music and community.
Friday,
June
26
Saturday,
June
27
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Service Hour Drop-In (grades 7-12)
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Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Need some service hours?
Drop in to make yourself and others a red, white, and blue beaded bracelet for the 4th of July Parade.
Sunday,
June
28
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City of Des Plaines Fireworks
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Oakton College
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to watch the fireworks extravaganza among your neighbors to celebrate the holiday! Dance to the DJ and play yard games with family and friends before the fireworks show illuminates the sky.
Admission is free.
This event is weather dependent and updates will be communicated through our Facebook page at facebook.com/cityofdesplaines.
No alcohol is permitted on Oakton property and novelty fireworks including sparklers are prohibited. Bringing pets to this event is strongly discouraged.
Gates open at 7 p.m. and the fireworks show begins at dusk (approximately 9:15 p.m.). This year's show will feature an extended finale to celebrate 250 years. Entry to Oakton College will be off Golf Rd. only. There is no parking allowed in the lanes of, grassy areas, or unpaved areas on College or Circle Drives. Accessible parking is available in Lot A. Please have your parking placard available to show the parking attendants upon arrival.
Please note that the riding of bicycles, e-bikes, or other electric devices (such as scooters), is not permitted within the event space. Bike racks are located in Lot D.
Monday,
June
29
Tuesday,
June
30
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Patriotic Craft (ages 9-12)
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Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Let's make some fireworks-in craft form! And have a patriotic snack.
Wednesday,
July
1
Thursday,
July
2
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Live at the Lake
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Lake Park Bandshell (2200 Lee St.)
Join us at the Lake Park Bandshell for Live at the Lake featuring the Des Plaines Community Concert Band, a cherished local tradition for over 35 years. Enjoy a varied and engaging program featuring classics, lively Sousa marches, contemporary concert band favorites, popular hits, and memorable movie scores performed by this talented community ensemble.
Enjoy family activities like Art in the Park, grab dinner from Charcoal Delights, treat yourself to dessert from My Funnel Truck, and relax by the lake for a fun summer evening of music and community.
Friday,
July
3
Saturday,
July
4
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City of Des Plaines Independence Day Parade
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This beloved tradition includes community floats, live music and strolling entertainment. The parade is a great way to enjoy the holiday with neighbors and is fun for the whole family. We are eager to celebrate with you all!
The parade will step off at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, at the intersection of Center Street and Wicke Avenue.
The parade will proceed north on Center to Prairie Ave., will head east on Prairie and then disband at Prairie and Pearson St. The announcing station and review stand are located at Algonquin and Center, and Thacker and Center, respectively.
Please note that the roads in the immediate area may be closed to accommodate parade traffic. Center St. will be closed from Wicke Ave. to Prairie Ave, and Prairie Ave. will be closed from Center St. to Pearson St. for the duration of the parade. We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing you there!
Parade reminders:
-Inspect all candy before your children eat it and don't eat until you get home. If any candy falls onto the street, leave it there! Do not step onto the parade route.
-The street is considered the parade route. All attendees must remain behind the curbline throughout the duration of the parade to allow event vehicles to proceed safely down the route.
Sunday,
July
5