Summer Festivals to Mark on your Calendar

Summer Festivals to Mark on your Calendar
April 30, 2025 Elgin Area CVB
Fiesta de la Elgin

Festival season in the Elgin Area begins with the Village of Gilberts Community Days on May 29 and runs through October! You won’t want to miss the Elgin’s Pride Parade, Michelada Festival, and Juneteenth celebrations! Check out the many festivals in the Elgin Area and wrap your visit around a weekend festival for shopping, live music, amusement rides, and tasty festival food! See what community fesitvals are planned during your Weekend Getaway!

 

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2025 Downtown Elgin Market

S Riverside Drive 32 S Riverside Drive, Elgin, United States

The Downtown Elgin Market is Back for 2025: Season Dates: May 23rd - October 10th Time: Fridays, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM *Extended Hours on First Fridays: 3 PM-8 PM (May 23, June 6, August 1) Location: S Riverside Drive Elgin IL 60120 Get ready for another incredible season of fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious eats, and local treasures—all while […]

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West Dundee French Market

West Dundee Pump House 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee, IL, United States

West Dundee will host its French Market every Friday evening from 4 to 8 PM, running between May 23 and Aug. 22, near the newly renovated Pump House in the downtown area. This market is organized by Bensidoun USA, a well-known operator of European-style markets in the Chicago metropolitan area, suggesting a delightful selection of goods and a charming atmosphere.

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Hampshire’s Outdoor Market

Hampshire Commons Lot 113 W. Oak Knoll Drive, Hampshire

Mark your calendars-Hampshire’s Outdoor Markets will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Saturday from June 21 through Oct. 18, at Hampshire Commons, 113 W. Oak Knoll Drive, Hampshire. Shop local vendors, crafters, produce, and more. Free admission for visitors. Please check the event organizer's social media for all updates.

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Far Westside Slow Roll collaboration with Elgin Community Bikes, Plank Road Tap Room

Plank Road Tap Room 39W149 Plank Rd, Elgin, IL

In a special collaboration series with Plank Road Tap Room, we're slow rolling on the far west side of Elgin. This ride will meet at Plank Road Tap Room at 11am, and we'll roll at 11:30am. Total mileage for the ride will be 6-10 miles at a social pace. While the ride distance and speed will feel familiar to ECB […]

Elgin Michelada Festival 2025

Festival Park Elgin, United States

Michelada Festival Elgin 2025 -Music, food, drinks and much more. - Sunday 22 de Junio- Festival Park, 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 -Presale tickets here: elginmichefestival.com Event by Michelada Festival Elgin La Kumbre Con K Banda Carnaval Oficial Información:¡El festival más grande de Elgin regresa este 2025! Disfruta de un día lleno de micheladas, música, comida y bebidas, entretenimiento […]

Thirsty Thursday Street Fest in East Dundee with Kickin’ it with Carol and Tennessee Whiskey

319 N. River Street 319 N. River Street, East Dundee

We are changing things up a little bit at this Thirsty Thursday. Come early and learn how to line dance and have a great time doing it. Kickin' it with Carol always makes dancing fun. Then put those line dancing skills to use with the band Tennessee Whiskey, paying tribute to the music of Chris Stapleton. Enjoy a diverse selection […]

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2025 Downtown Elgin Market

S Riverside Drive 32 S Riverside Drive, Elgin, United States

The Downtown Elgin Market is Back for 2025: Season Dates: May 23rd - October 10th Time: Fridays, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM *Extended Hours on First Fridays: 3 PM-8 PM (May 23, June 6, August 1) Location: S Riverside Drive Elgin IL 60120 Get ready for another incredible season of fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious eats, and local treasures—all while […]

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West Dundee French Market

West Dundee Pump House 98 Oregon Ave., West Dundee, IL, United States

West Dundee will host its French Market every Friday evening from 4 to 8 PM, running between May 23 and Aug. 22, near the newly renovated Pump House in the downtown area. This market is organized by Bensidoun USA, a well-known operator of European-style markets in the Chicago metropolitan area, suggesting a delightful selection of goods and a charming atmosphere.

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Duke’s Annual Blues Fest

Carpenter Park Carpentersville

Duke’s Annual Blues Fest is going to be huge this year: -Free admission -Southern Vendors -Blues Bands Friday June 27, 5pm-11pmSaturday June 28, 12pm-11pm

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Duke’s Annual Blues Fest

Carpenter Park Carpentersville

Duke’s Annual Blues Fest is going to be huge this year: -Free admission -Southern Vendors -Blues Bands Friday June 27, 5pm-11pmSaturday June 28, 12pm-11pm

Bartlett Fourth of July Festival

SW Corner of Stearns and Bartlett Road Bartlett, IL, United States

Bartlett’s annual 4th of July Fest is set for Thursday, July 3 through Sunday, July 6, at the SW Corner of Stearns & Bartlett Rd. The premier 4-day festival features bands, fireworks, a carnival with rides and games, food and beverages, bingo, and more. This year’s 4th of July Parade will be held on Saturday July 5, at 10AM. The […]

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2025 Downtown Elgin Market

S Riverside Drive 32 S Riverside Drive, Elgin, United States

The Downtown Elgin Market is Back for 2025: Season Dates: May 23rd - October 10th Time: Fridays, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM *Extended Hours on First Fridays: 3 PM-8 PM (May 23, June 6, August 1) Location: S Riverside Drive Elgin IL 60120 Get ready for another incredible season of fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious eats, and local treasures—all while […]

 

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Give our entire events page a look where you can see all events currently scheduled this year. Or if you’re interested in music, check out our blog about what places in the Elgin area frequently host musical guests and events complete with links to each location’s event calendar! And if you know of more events happening in the area feel free to submit an event to us so we can get it listed on our website!

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