Get Out: We Found Live Music, Hot Food And Free Movies

Fun summer activities abound! Patch put together a list of local picks to enrich your season.

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When/Where: Friday, July 8, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at , 2200 Lee St., Des Plaines.
Why Go: The 1971 classic starring Gene Wilder delights and scares at the same time! Beware of the Oompa Loompas!
Pricing: Free

Taste Of Park Ridge
When/Where: Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9, in Uptown Park Ridge (Summit Ave and Prospect Ave).
Why Go: Enjoy great food and live music along with many more fun activities. 
Pricing: Free admission

Concert In The Park: Sixties Splash
When/Where: Friday July 8 at 8 p.m. in Hodges Park, Prospect and Courtland Avenues, Park Ridge (one block west of Pickwick Theatre).
Why Go: Enjoy rock ‘n’ roll, folk music and much more in Uptown Park Ridge.
Pricing: Free

Bibliopop Dance Party
When/Where: Friday July 8 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Niles Public Library. 
Why Go: Take the little ones to enjoy an hour of dancing and fun at the library. 
Pricing: Free

Wilmette Summerfest
When/Where: Friday July 8 and Saturday July 9; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Wilmette
Why Go: Sample local food, clothing and tunes all weekend in downtown Wilmette for the village’s first Summerfest. There’s a beer garden and an art sale to boot!
Pricing: Free Entry

Comedy at the Wilmette Theatre Presents: Cameron Esposito
When/Where: Saturday July 9 at 9 p.m. at the Wilmette Theatre
Why Go: Award-winning comedian Cameron Esposito returns to the Wilmette Theatre to deliver a solo show. 
Pricing: $12, event is 21+

Amazing Balloon Creations At McDonald’s
When/Where: Saturday, July 9 from noon - 1 p.m. at , 725 W Golf Road, Des Plaines
Why Go: Kids will be treated to the balloon creations of R.C. Juggles & Co. Families will enjoy watching Ryan Freeman create the most amazing balloons including sea turtles, cars, unicorns, and maybe even an octopus.
Pricing: Free

Classic Car Cruise Night 
When/Where:  Saturday, July 9 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at  6143 W Howard St., Niles
Why Go: Because classic cars are cool. ‘Nough said.
Pricing: Free


When/Where: Staurday, July 9, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at , 1755 Howard Ave, Des Plaines.
Why Go: Bring the feel of Hawaii to Des Plaines as you listen to the music and songs of Hawaiian ukulele player and singer Lopaka. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. The hour of music is free but please bring a donation of non-perishable food for the Des Plaines Self-Help Closet and Food Pantry. 
Pricing: Free

When/Where: Saturday, July 9, 8 a.m. to 11a.m. at , 1300 Oak St.
Why Go: Young golf players will compete in a low pressure tournament. Parents can volunteer as tournament group assistants.
Pricing: $30


When/Where: Sunday, July 10 3:00 p.m. at , 1785 Orchard Ln., Northfield, IL
Why Go: Pamela Sue Fox will perform classic songs of our country.
Pricing: Free


When/Where: Sunday, July 10 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at , Sheridan Rd. and Tower Rd.
Why Go: Come watch local bands will show off their musical talent, sponsored by the WYO.
Pricing: Free

Movie In The Park: How To Train Your Dragon
When/Where: Wednesday, July 13, at dusk in Centennial Park, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge.
Why Go: Take a break and watch a movie in the great outdoors.
Pricing: Free

When/Where: July 19, July 26, July 28 and Aug. 4, noon to 1 p.m. at Golf Center Des Plaines
Why Go: Get some quick tips from professional golfers with the purchase of a daily short game pass.
Pricing: $6

When/Where: July 12, 6 p.m. at Oakton Community College

Why Go: The documentary by Greg Jacobs and Jon Siskel tells the story of four Chicago high school poetry teams as they prepare for and compete in the world's largest youth slam. The screening is followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and some of the young poets.
Pricing: Free