Free events in Elmhurst, IL

Robert’s Westside presents Bobby’s Irish Sessions, hosted by Quin Cunningham and Miriam Attia. Admission is free. The session sets up on the deck in front of the window, creating a relaxed spot for music and conversation. A limited number of tables can be reserved, and all remaining seating is first come, first served for general admission. An RSVP does not guarantee a seat. Attendees are encouraged to bring cash to tip the band.

Kids paint free at Bottle & Bottega La Grange when a 16x20 canvas is purchased for $40. With that purchase, one 11x14 canvas is provided at no cost for a child age 14 or under.

Part of the Summer Concert Series, this free public concert in Old Town Park features American English, a Beatles tribute. Food and drinks will be available from Nicks Pizza, Dave’s Holy Smokes BBQ, Kona Ice, Mahan Family Wines, and Wolfden Brewery. The series is presented by the Bloomingdale Park District and the Village of Bloomingdale.

Western Springs French Market is an open-air market held each week, with select dates featuring special themes.

A weekly farmers market takes place on the grounds of La Grange Village Hall. To help limit spam, all posts related to the event are reviewed before they appear.

At the Norridge 250th USA Celebration, One of These Nights performs the music of the Eagles in a free concert featuring beloved hits and rich vocal harmonies, creating a lively summer evening of live music for the entire community.

Forest Theatre Company presents a free outdoor production of Shakespeare’s All’s Well That Ends Well in Oak Park. Staged on the grounds of the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Moore Dugal House, this intimate experience welcomes audiences for an evening of live theatre as daylight fades. The story follows Helena, whose resolve to win the affection of Bertram challenges rigid social boundaries. After she succeeds, she learns that love cannot be compelled. The tale weaves obsession, deception, resilience, and surprising turns while exploring enduring questions about love, power, and what it truly means for things to end well. Admission is free. Walk up seating is available, and advance reservations are encouraged. Guests may wish to bring a lawn chair or blanket, an optional picnic, and family and friends. The production is welcoming to longtime Shakespeare fans as well as first time audiences and brings this classic to life outdoors.

Robert's Westside and WBEZ Chicago present the second annual Food Aid Block Party, an all-ages outdoor gathering centered on live music, food, cocktails and community spirit. The lineup features High & Lonesome, Strawdaddy, Pipes, GirlCade and Rock Hands Music. Admission is free, and voluntary donations will be welcomed at the entrance to help reach a $20,000 fundraising goal for Food Aid. Food Aid works to prevent hunger and recognizes access to food as a human right, using music and entertainment to support community organizations focused on food insecurity. Beneficiaries include A House In Austin, Austin Eats Initiative, Best Of Proviso Township, Beyond Hunger, the Oak Park Community Fridges and Westchester Food Pantry.