With just a few more weeks of school left and the weather warming up, it can only mean one thing… summer’s just around the corner! There’s a ton of events going on around town. Get out and enjoy the neighborhood – we hope to see you around! Here’s a round-up of some of the Naperville events going on in May.
Naperville Food Truck Festival
Saturday, May 7 | Naper Settlement
Enjoy street eats from the region’s best food trucks right in the heart of downtown Naperville at the 3rd Annual Naperville Food Truck Festival. Featuring 25+ of the area’s best food trucks, live DJ entertainment, face painter, beer garden, bubble artist and a vendor village featuring local businesses.
For more info, visit here.
2022 Downtown Naperville Chocolate Walk
Saturday, May 7 | Downtown Naperville
Each participant receives a bag for gathering all your chocolate treats, as well as a map touring many wonderful Downtown Naperville Shops. At each stop you will experience a chocolate tasty treat to enjoy on the spot or to take home. Only 400 tickets available!
The Chocolate Walk is 12p-4p, with check in at the Naperville Public Library’s Community Room (200 W. Jefferson Avenue) from 12p-2p (everyone must be checked in by 2p).
For more info, visit nef203.org.
Mother’s Day Brunch
Sunday, May 7 | Downtown Naperville
Many Downtown Naperville restaurants are offering special Mother’s Day brunch and dinner options. Check out a full list and make your reservations early!
For more info, visit downtownnaperville.com.
Downtown Naperville Architecture Walking Tour
Thursday, May 12 | Naper Settlement
Learn about the important and interesting architecture from the 1800s to today that makes downtown Naperville a beautiful place to live, work and play. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and cover about two miles. Pre-registration is required.
For more info, visit napersettlement.org.
Stamp Out Hunger
Saturday, May 14
The Stamp Out Hunger food drive encourages residents to place healthy, unexpired, non-perishable items in bags by their mailboxes on the morning of Saturday, May 14 for collection by postal carriers, volunteers and community members. The food is then delivered to Loaves & Fishes Community Services.
For more info, visit loaves-fishes.org.
Naperville Municipal Band Spring Concert
Sunday, May 15 | Outdoors in Central Park
Kick-off the outdoor summer concert season a little early with an afternoon Spring Concert in Central Park!
For more info, visit napervilleband.org.
Sippin’ at Sunset
Friday, May 20 | Naperville Art League
Enjoy an evening out where beer and wine are perfectly paired with delicious grilled food prepared onsite by Chef Veronica Porter. An al fresco summer night event supporting the Naperville Area Humane Society.
For more info, visit naperhumane.org.
Centennial Beach Opening Day
Saturday, May 28 | 500 W. Jackson Ave.
Jump into summer as you swim in Centennial Beach’s historic stone quarry. It’s not a swimming pool, it’s not a lake, but a swimming experience like no other! Wade into the zero-depth entry and swim to depths of 15 feet. For generations, Centennial Beach has been the local “swimming hole” for many Naperville residents and their guests. It’s a great place to meet friends, gather with family, or simply relax and enjoy.
For more info, visit napervilleparks.org.
Memorial Day Parade and Celebration
Monday, May 30 | Downtown Naperville
Main Parade steps off from Jackson and West St. – East to Washington, North to Benton, East to SS Peter & Paul parking lot
To see more upcoming events in Naperville, visit the Events page.