There’s so much to do in and around Naperville in the summer! Head to Centennial Beach or attend a free Concert in the Park – no matter what activities you love you’ll find something to do in Naperville for everyone. Get out and enjoy some of the awesome events going on around Naperville. We hope to see you around the neighborhood!
Naperville Police Social
Wednesday, June 1 | 95th St. Community Plaza | 12-1 pm
Meet and mingle with Chief Jason Arres and other members of the Naperville Police Department at neighborhood social featuring games and FREE Andy’s Frozen Custard. This event is hosted by the Naperville Police Foundation.
To learn more, visit napervillepolicefoundation.org.
Evening on the Riverwalk
Tuesday, June 6 | Nichols Library Riverwalk Amphitheater | 7-7:45p
Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show on the Riverwalk.
Picnic on the Riverwalk
Wednesday, June 7 | Nichols Library Riverwalk Amphitheater | 10:30 – 11:15a
Enjoy an all-ages, Family Storytime and puppet show on the Riverwalk.
Concerts in Your Park
Sundays, Starting June 11 | Queensbury Greens / Different Neighborhoods | 7-8:30p
Concerts in Your Park is a Sunday evening summer music series for families and neighbors; each concert is held at a different neighborhood park. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a FREE evening of outdoor musical entertainment from 7:00-8:30 pm.
For more info, visit napervilleparks.org.
Children’s Lunch-Hour Entertainment
Tuesdays, Starting June 13 | 95th St. Community Plaza / Riverwalk Grand Pavilion | 11:30a
Join the fun on Tuesday afternoons with the Naperville Park District at Children’s Lunch-Hour Entertainment. This free event, which is hosted in several different locations in Naperville, features a variety of engaging performances that will delight kids and adults alike! 10 Minutes prior to showtime Naperville Public Library will be reading a story!
For more info, visit napervilleparks.org.
Used Book & Media Sale
Thursday, June 15 – Saturday, June 17 | Washington Junior High School Gym
Friday, June 16, 9 AM – 8 PM / Educators’ Appreciation Night – Friday, 4 – 8 PM! All educators with ID receive 50% off
Saturday, June 17, 9 AM – 12:30 PM: Bag Day Closeout! All items $10 per bag or half price
Everyone welcome! Cash, charge or checks accepted. Thousands of great items! Hardcover, softcover, fiction, nonfiction books, children’s, CDs, DVDs, vinyl. All new selections – no carryover from previous year.
For more info, visit naperville-il.aauw.net.
Naper Nights
Friday, June 16 | Naper Settlement | 5-10p | $20
Naper Nights celebrates historic milestones in rock music and pop culture with themed tribute concerts throughout the summer. Rock out with your community as you eat, drink, dance, and hear the best tribute bands perform your favorite Rock, Pop, Motown, and Soul hits!
Soul Party (6PM), The Midnight Sun Band
Jimi Hendrix Tribute (8 PM), Taz Plays Hendrix
For more info and to buy tickets, visit napersettlement.org.
Downtown Naperville Car Show
Saturday, June 17 | Jackson Avenue, along the Riverwalk, between Eagle and Main Streets | 9a-12noon
For more info, visit downtownnaperville.com.
Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 17 | Rotary Hill Downtown Naperville | 12noon-3p
Join Naperville Neighbors United to celebrate Juneteenth with the community. Bring friends and family to enjoy the music of Harmony & Soul as well as the Divine Sound Gospel Choir. Feel free to bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnic! Food also available.
For more info, visit juneteenth.eventcombo.com.
Naper Nights
Saturday, June 17 | Naper Settlement | 5-10p | $20
Naper Nights celebrates historic milestones in rock music and pop culture with themed tribute concerts throughout the summer. Rock out with your community as you eat, drink, dance, and hear the best tribute bands perform your favorite Rock, Pop, Motown, and Soul hits!
Motown Hits (6PM), Motown Nation
Parliament Funkadelic Tribute (8 PM), America Eats Its Young
For more info and to buy tickets, visit napersettlement.org.
Teen Makeup Camp
Tuesday, June 20 – Friday, June 23 | Make Up First | 2-5p
This 3 day Teen Camp is for both makeup artists as well as enthusiastic teens. This camp includes demos and hands-on instruction. Learn how to use colors, textures, and pro products to create day to night looks, trending Instagram looks, and theatrical/SFX looks.
For more info and tickets, visit makeupfirst.com.
Fine Art & Artisan Fair
Saturday, June 24 & Sunday, June 25 | Naper Settlement | 10a-5p
10,000 attendees are expected for this 63rd annual juried fair–the longest running art fair in the state! Presented by Naperville Woman’s Club.
For more info, visit nwcfineartfair.org.
Mess Fest
Sunday, May 7 | Riverwalk Grand Pavilion | 8a-12noon
Celebrate all things MESSY and experience DuPage Children’s Museum ooey-er, gooy-er, and slopp-er than ever before.
For more info, visit dupagechildrens.org.
To see more upcoming events in Naperville, visit the Events page.