Best time to visit Illinois
9 THINGS TO DO IN ILLINOIS (AUGUST 11 - AUGUST 20)
Chicago Air and Water Show
on holdThe oldest and largest show of this kind in the United States
Hummingbird Migration
Entice these buzzy flying jewels into your yard
Illinois State Fair
Nothing can beat a good ol' fair in the Midwest
Shawnee National Forest
Let the unforgettable solo and family adventures happen in several jaw-dropping regions of the forest!
Starved Rock State Park
Witness the fascinating rock formations brought to the surface after being deposited in a huge shallow inland sea around 425 million years ago
Arlington Million
unconfirmedA perfect opportunity to enjoy live racing, entertainment, and fancy group outings
Kitesurfing & Windsurfing
Find out if Windy Сity is made for wind sports
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Take in the eastern culture while strolling through this award-winning landscape
Bud Billiken Parade
unconfirmedThe largest African American parade in the United States
36 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Chicagohenge
out of rangeThis remarkable urban scene happens twice a year!
Windy City Smokeout
out of rangeStarting as a local barbecue get-together, the Smokeout has become one of the best festivals in town!
St. Paddy's Day (Green River)
out of rangeSt. Patrick's Day in Chicago is definitely a party of a lifetime!
Chicago Pride Parade & Fest
unconfirmedA colorful celebration of freedom, diversity and culture
Chicago Jazz Festival
unconfirmedA favorite Labor Day Weekend tradition with great music all over the city
Spring Awakening Music Festival
unconfirmedA summer gathering of leading DJs from all over the world
BMO Harris Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
out of rangeThe holiday spirit takes over the Michigan Avenue on that night
Chicago Restaurant Week
out of rangeSo many participating restaurants, so little time
Total Solar Eclipse
out of rangeSome spots on Earth wait for the moment of solar totality for hundreds or even thousands of years. To capture a spectacle, you have to be truly lucky
Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade
out of rangeThe most fun fall event loved by kids and adults
East Peoria Festival of Lights
out of rangeOne of the biggest and brightest holiday events in Illinois
Chicago Blues Festival
unconfirmedThe largest free blues festival in the world and one of the greatest music festivals in Chicago
Illinois Fall Colors
out of rangeEnjoy the best fall colors across the state
Centralia Balloon Fest
out of rangeSave a full weekend in late August to enjoy the unforgettable ballooning experience
Winter WonderFest
out of rangeBeloved Chicago indoor winter event perfect for frosty days
Cinco de Mayo
out of rangeDrink lots of margaritas and cerveza celebrating the Mexican national holiday
Great Galena Balloon Race
out of rangeEnjoy the full weekend of balloon rides, live music, and other entertainment
DuQuoin State Fair
out of rangeOne of the nation's best agricultural events is full of fun experiences
Ice Shards on the Great Lakes
out of rangeThe ice cover gets shattered to knife-sharp pieces as spring takes over winter
New Year's Eve in Chicago
out of rangeColor blasts illuminate the iconic Chicago skyline
Richardson Adventure Farm Corn Maze
out of rangeCome out and get lost in the world's largest corn labyrinth
Pierogi Fest
out of rangeGreat food and some wacky fun in just 30 minutes from Chicago
Balloons Over Vermilion
out of rangeA popular ballooning gathering in Illinois
Skiing and Snowboarding in Wisconsin
out of rangeDiscover some of the best ski areas of the Midwest
ZooLights
out of rangeLinkoln Park Zoo is not only one of the biggest and oldest zoos in the USA, but it also boasts some perfect winter scenery
Naperville Ale Fest
on holdThe only outdoor winter and summer beer festival of Midwest
Riot Fest
out of rangeA legendary rock music event held in Chicago
Morton Pumpkin Festival
out of rangeThe "Pumpkin capital of the world" celebrates the harvest season
Lollapalooza
unconfirmedOne of the oldest and most famous alternative music festivals is a must-visit!
The Morton Arboretum Illumination
out of rangeAn enchanted forest filled with dazzling projections and interactive trees that respond to touch and voice
Lilacia Park
out of rangeDiscover a safe haven abundant with flowers just on the outskirts of the Windy City
Sandhill Crane Migration
out of rangeSandhill cranes make a stop at northern Illinois marshes on their way to Florida
Illinois Craft Beer Week
out of rangeThe Illinois Craft Brewers Guild organizes the massive 11 days long craft beer event
Redhead Days Chicago
out of rangeThe largest redhead gathering in the US
Allstate Hot Chocolate Run
out of rangeThe sweetest run in the world takes over the United States from coast to coast
Chicago Labor Day Weekend
unconfirmedWrap up the summer season with a bang
