Summer may be coming to a close, but the fall fun is just beginning! Here’s a round-up of some of the Naperville events going on in September. Have fun here as well as at the local sunflower farms, apple orchards and corn mazes! We hope to see you around the neighborhood!
Naperville’s The Last Fling
Friday, September 1 – Monday, September 4 | Downtown Naperville
Join the Jaycees for the annual Last Fling – a festival in Downtown Naperville along the Riverwalk. Full of food, entertainment and carnival rides it’s fun for the whole family!
For more info, visit lastfling.org.
Labor Day Parade
Monday, September 4 | Downtown Naperville | 10a
Ron Keller, Conductor Emeritus of the Naperville Municipal Band will serve as the Grand Marshal of the 2023 Labor Day Parade presented by the City of Naperville and the Naperville Jaycees.
The parade will begin near the intersection of Mill St and 5th Ave, just south of Naperville North High School and wind through Downtown Naperville until ending just east of Naperville Central High School.
A Night at the Movies
Friday, September 8 | 95th Street Community Plaza | 7:30p
Movie: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile. Join the Naperville Park District outdoors for a fun and free Friday night kick-off to the weekend featuring a family-friendly movie at A Night at the Movies! Bring your own folding chairs or a blanket. Please be aware of the varying start times of each movie.
For more info, NapervilleParks.org.
Swadeshi Mela
Friday, September 8 – Sunday, September 10 | Mall of India | 10am – 10pm
DTribals Foundation is hosting Swadeshi Mela (Indian fair) showcasing the rich heritage of Indian handcrafts, handlooms, forest produce and millets in the United States. The event will feature a variety of stalls selling handmade crafts, textiles, jewelry and food products. There will also be cultural performances, workshops, and activities for all ages.
For more info, dtribalsfoundation.org/swedeshi-mela-2023.
Water Street Long Table Charity Dinner
Sunday, September 10 | Water Street | 5p – 9pm
Don your late-summer white attire and enjoy a six-course gourmet meal with wine pairings under the stars prepared by the Chefs of Water Street.
For more info, click here.
Riverwalk Fine Art Fair
Sat & Sun, Sept 16-17 | Downtown Naperville | 10a-5p
The Riverwalk Fine Art Fair is among the top rated art fairs in the nation. More than 100 national and international artists will participate in the Naperville Art League’s annual juried art exhibition and sale. The annual event features a wide variety of art including paintings, jewelry, photography, ceramics, fiber, wood art, and more.
For more info, visit napervilleartleague.com.
Naperville’s Hispanic Heritage Festival
Saturday, September 16 | Central Park | 6-9p
This annual event brings people together to experience traditional dances, music, authentic cuisine, and engaging activities.
For more info, visit napervillehispanicfest.com.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Sunday, September 17 | North Central College
The Walk is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
For more info, visit here.
A Night at the Movies
Friday, September 22 | Rotary Hill | 7:00p
Movie: LIGHTYEAR. Join the Naperville Park District outdoors for a fun and free Friday night kick-off to the weekend featuring a family-friendly movie at A Night at the Movies! Bring your own folding chairs or a blanket. Please be aware of the varying start times of each movie.
For more info, NapervilleParks.org.
Pajama Party
Friday, September 22 | DuPage Children’s Museum | 5-8p
Explore the Museum’s exhibits and a variety of pop-up activities like fort building. Then wind down with bedtime stories.
For more info, DuPageChildrens.org.
Naperville Irish Fest
Friday, September 22 & Saturday, September 23 | Central Park
Join the West Suburban Irish for the Naperville Irish Fest, a two-day family-friendly festival celebrating Irish heritage and culture! Event will take place on Friday, Sept. 22, from 3 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 23, from noon to 10 p.m. Enjoy live music, Irish cultural activities, Irish dancing, Hurling examples, children’s activities and more.
For more info, visit wsirish.org.
Black Cat Ball
Friday, September 22 | Danada House, Wheaton
The premiere gala in Naperville benefiting the Naperville Area Humane Society! Grab the hairspray and get ready to be “forever young” at this year’s Black Cat Ball. This year’s theme is the ‘80s and it’s the purr-fect chance to whisker away the evening and help our furry friends.
For more info, visit naperhumane.org.
To see more upcoming events in Naperville, visit the Events page.