This weekend in Bolingbrook, IL

Returning with a major expansion, the Lisle French Market has doubled in size, bringing the community even more vendors to explore. Set in the Metra Parking Lot, this open air farmers market celebrates local shopping and small businesses. The experience blends the French market vibe beloved across Chicagoland with the unique charm of Lisle. Browse a growing selection, discover new favorites, and reconnect with familiar vendors each visit.

Draper Honey brings a sweet lineup to the Aurora Farmers Market, featuring 1, 2, and 3 pound jars, classic honey bears, and handy honey sticks each week. Creamed honey is also available, though it tends to sell out quickly. Depending on availability, there may be paw wax that is useful beyond pet care, flavored honey such as lemon and jalapeño, as well as pollen, honeycomb, and soap. Payments are accepted in cash or by credit card, with a small fee for card purchases.

Take a guided writing walk in the woods that blends nature observation with soul-focused journaling. You’ll stroll until something draws your attention, sit with a plant, rock, animal, or insect to learn their “story,” write it down, and connect it to what’s going on in your own life. Using a Tree of Life map, you’ll wrap up with clarity, inner peace, direction, and a sense of ease. No special writing background is required.

Turn unused cameras and photo gear into cash or store credit at PROCAM Chicago. UsedPhotoPro buying experts will be on-site offering on-the-spot quotes and paying top dollar, whether you are upgrading or simply clearing out equipment. Bring a valid photo ID, which is required for payment. To receive the best offer, include a charged battery and charger, since cameras without them may receive a lower quote. Certain items are not being purchased, including Polaroid cameras, darkroom equipment or supplies, light stands, old studio lights, slide projectors or trays, drones and gimbals, and most tripods and light stands. Video cameras are excluded unless they have an SD card slot. Point and shoot film cameras are generally not purchased unless they have a fixed lens. Some studio lights may also be excluded.

Climb aboard the Bolingbrook Bookmobile for a burst of storytelling fun. Expect short, lively tales that fit even the busiest schedule and turn a quick stop into an adventure. Drop in at your convenience, no registration is needed and there is no cost. Look for the Bookmobile in the parking lot behind building 300, close to Star Cinema Grill.

Meet CILRA Lab Rescue volunteers and their dogs, and learn how the adoption process works. Explore ways to get involved as a volunteer with this Midwest focused Lab rescue.

Explore a relaxing, beginner friendly art session that blends collage making with a small diorama inspired by swans and the natural world. Using vintage imagery, participants will create a unique piece and leave with a finished work of art. All supplies are included. Photos may be taken during the workshop and shared for promotional purposes unless you choose to opt out in writing beforehand.

Celebrate the close of summer with a family-friendly community bash featuring games with prizes, a petting zoo, face painting, a bounce house, crafts, food trucks, artisan vendors, and live music. A free school supply giveaway helps families get ready for the new school year while supplies last. This all-ages gathering offers plenty of ways to make memories and support local vendors.

Build practical skills to stay safe in everyday life in a women’s self-defense class centered on real-world tactics. Training includes reading predator behavior, shifting from a victim mindset to a survivor mindset, delivering effective strikes, and breaking free from grabs and chokeholds. Instruction draws on methods used by professional protection agents, and it is not a traditional karate course. Open to ages 14 and up. Younger participants must attend with a female adult. Cost is $50 per person.

An open play session for ages 3 to 8 at Ultimate Ninjas Academy invites young athletes to explore kid sized versions of popular obstacles. Participants can try monkey bars, trapeze bars, a climbing wall, and the warped wall, along with other challenges inspired by TV courses. Assistance from an adult or a coach is available for bigger challenges. This session takes place at the Academy location, which is different from the separate Ultimate Ninjas facility that serves older kids and adults.

Saturday Locals for Union Arena features Swiss play with best-of-one matches and 35-minute rounds. Entry is eight dollars, and participants receive 1 TP and a booster pack upon entry. Prizing awards a Winner’s Card to the top four and uses a pack-per-participant model. The typical breakdown grants the largest share of the prize pool to undefeated records, one-loss players split the remaining portion, and second place also receives a Winner Pack. All prize details are subject to change. Registration is managed through the BandiTCG+ app.

The outdoor stage at BaseCamp Pub & Eatery hosts three Chicago area tribute bands celebrating the music of Whitesnake, Van Halen, and Ratt. Nightsnake honors Whitesnake, Van Wailin pays tribute to Van Halen, and Ratt-N-Roll salutes Ratt. Expect over four hours of hits, with songs like Here I Go Again, Is This Love, Still of the Night, Panama, Jump, Hot for Teacher, Ain't Talkin' 'Bout Love, Dreams, Right Now, Round and Round, Lay It Down, Wanted Man, and You're in Love. Enjoy live rock in the open air, a family friendly atmosphere, and plenty of great food and cold drinks.

Vintage performs alongside other musicians at Fishel Park in a fundraiser supporting Ben’s Memorial Mile. This live music gathering brings artists together to benefit Ben’s Memorial Mile.

Elite Chess teams up with Block 59 for a casual community chess night that welcomes players of all ages and skill levels. The event features open play, mini lessons led by Elite Chess instructors, and a fast-paced blitz tournament. Prizes will be awarded to tournament winners, with additional giveaways for attendees. Participants can take a break for dinner at one of the restaurants at Block 59 and return for more games and conversation. Guests may come and go throughout the event, and the organizer requests an RSVP.

A major comedy star comes to Aurora for a single-night live performance. Recognizable from The Neighborhood, The Last O.G., and The Proud Family, this show offers tickets priced from $41 to $161.

Relive the 90s with 90’s Pop Nation, a full live band from Chicago that delivers era-defining pop with high energy. The set covers favorites from Britney and Blink to the Spice Girls and TLC, with back-to-back anthems played true to the originals and in full. Expect big sound, plenty of fun, and a here and now vibe from start to finish.

Summer time patio music is on offer, bringing seasonal tunes to a patio setting.

Enjoy a complimentary outdoor workout on the Green at Block 59, part of a series that features a different fitness style each week led by certified instructors from local Naperville studios. This session spotlights Beyond Measure Fitness, which supports adults 40 and older in building real-world strength, regaining confidence, and feeling at home in their bodies through expert coaching, a welcoming community, and workouts designed for everyday life. Bring a mat, a water bottle, and anything else that helps you stay comfortable during class. RSVP is required to attend.

On select dates throughout the year, The Morton Arboretum hosts Dog Admission, the only occasions when non-service dogs may access the grounds. These dog-friendly days invite guests to enjoy the Arboretum’s 16 miles of trails and its many natural areas with their canine companions. Service animals are welcome every day at no charge and should be identified at the gatehouse upon entry. Dogs are permitted on the trails during Dog Admission Days as well as during designated Dog Admission Afternoons. Members receive an early entry period on Dog Admission Days when dogs are also allowed, and this member benefit does not apply to Dog Admission Afternoons.

Chicago Auto Club West hosts a monthly Cars & Coffee meet at Sim Racing Naperville, bringing enthusiasts together for conversation and community around every kind of car. Attendees arrive with supercars, classics, muscle, exotics, imports, personal builds, and daily drivers, then connect over coffee while exploring the variety parked outside. Inside the venue, racing simulators deliver an on-track feel as the gathering continues in the lot. Each meet highlights friendly people from the local scene, eye-catching vehicles from many eras, coffee and conversations, and support from local businesses. Whether displaying a ride or stopping in to enjoy the atmosphere, all enthusiasts are welcome.

Open play time for young ninjas invites children ages 3 to 8 to tackle kid-sized versions of popular obstacles. With help from an adult or a coach, participants can swing across monkey bars and trapeze bars, climb a rock wall, run up a warped wall, and try other TV-inspired challenges built on a smaller scale. The focus is on active fun, giving children a chance to explore bigger ninja skills with guidance.

A calming Self-Care Sundays workshop on nervous system regulation, guided by Dr. Yakima Palmer of Yaks Wellness, invites participants to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and cultivate steadier balance and well-being. In a gentle, supportive circle, the experience blends guided practices with meaningful reflection to nurture emotional resilience and inner calm. The session includes breathwork, grounding exercises, and body awareness activities, along with reflection prompts and optional group sharing. Attendees leave with practical techniques to use in daily life, helping reduce stress, support emotional balance, and deepen a sense of connection with self and others. This free community program is presented by The Aura Foundation as part of the Self-Care Sundays community wellness series. Registration is required, and capacity is limited. For sponsorship or donation inquiries, email hello@theaurafoundation.org.

Presented by Fyre Productions in collaboration with Two Brothers Roundhouse, this pre-party for UB40’s Big Love Tour 2026 brings DJ Fyre to the decks for a daytime set spanning reggae, dancehall, afrobeats, reggaeton, and island rhythms. Guests can look forward to food specials and an outdoor beer garden atmosphere, with no cover charge. The celebration serves as a warmup before the UB40 concert at RiverEdge Park and takes place at Two Brothers Roundhouse.

Part of the Music on the Farm summer series, this free, for-all-ages gathering offers live music amid the scenic fields of McDonald Farm. Bring a lawn chair and some drinks, then settle in for a performance by The Milkman’s Kid, plus Good Omen Gyoza and Sno Problems. If the forecast clearly points to poor conditions or setup would be unsafe, the event will be canceled. Lightning or thunder during the program will also prompt cancellation. Notices will be shared on Facebook and the website as soon as possible, and signage at the driveway will indicate if the event is canceled. Sponsors include Bartlett Tree Experts, Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd., GreenState Credit Union, and What WE Make.

An all-star concert gathers The Association, The Troggs, Jason Scheff, lead singer of Chicago from 1985 to 2016, Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante from The Archies and The Turtles, The Vogues, and The Cowsills on a single stage. This show features signature hits from each artist for one unforgettable night of music.

Enjoy a festive summer Sunday in Naperville's downtown as JT Rewind appears at Potter's Place.

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell presents a relaxed showcase of enduring reggae hits, bringing the smooth pulse of reggae pop to life. Led by Ali Campbell, the group’s original lead voice, the performance highlights favorites like Red, Red Wine and Kingston Town and sets a breezy, singalong mood.