Family events in Lombard, IL

A creative summer camp for kids ages 6 to 14 offers flexible scheduling with morning, afternoon, or full day options, plus early and late pickup for added convenience. Families can choose a full week or select single days. Campers receive guided instruction to paint an image of their choice on a 16x20 canvas, and the experience is rounded out with games and additional crafts. No prior art experience is needed. Daily add-ons, including candle making and slime making, are available at a reduced rate.

During Tuesday drop-in hours, children 14 and under can paint at no cost. Purchasing a 16x20 canvas for $40 also includes one additional 11x14 canvas free.

Discover a creative, come and go DIY experience at Painting with a Twist. Choose your own paint project from a variety of options suited for all ages and skill levels, then bring it to life with easy to follow instructions and inspiration guides. Visit during designated Pop In hours or reserve a time in advance to make sure you get the slot you want. A reservation is required to secure a preferred Pop In timeslot, and hours may change if there are no pre registrations.

Enjoy a flexible DIY session at Painting with a Twist that welcomes spontaneous creativity. Explore a range of projects suited to all ages and skill levels. Stop by during the designated pop-in hours or reserve a timeslot, choose the project you like best, and bring it to life with step-by-step instructions and inspiration materials. A reservation is needed to hold your preferred time, and hours may be adjusted if there are no advance registrations.

Enjoy a summer evening of live music at The Morton Arboretum with room to dance, food and drinks, lawn games, and sunset views over Meadow Lake from Frost Hill. The Throwbacks carry forward one of rock and roll’s original traditions by reimagining beloved songs in their own voices and arrangements. Since 2015, they have refreshed seven decades of popular music, playing with ideas like how Twist and Shout might sound if The Beatles wrote it today, while keeping the spirit of rock and roll oldies alive and giving overdue attention to an often overlooked era. They have entertained thousands across Chicago at small clubs, corporate events, park districts, and festivals, delivering singalong moments and tunes to raise a toast to. Expect familiar favorites performed with clear affection and energy.

At Painting with a Twist, creativity blends with spontaneity in an open DIY experience. Explore a range of projects designed for all ages and skill levels. Drop in during Pop In hours or reserve a spot, choose a project that inspires you, and bring it to life with step by step instructions and inspiration guides. A reservation is required to secure a preferred timeslot, and hours may change if there are no pre-registrations.

Enjoy live music at the Village Commons Gazebo in North Riverside. This concert is part of the Summer Concert Series.

Enjoy a spontaneous creative experience at Painting with a Twist with Pop-In & DIY. Pick from a range of hands-on projects designed for every age and skill level, then personalize your piece with step-by-step instructions and inspiring guides available on site. Stop in during designated Pop-In hours or reserve a time in advance to secure your preferred slot. A reservation is required to hold a timeslot, and hours may change if there are no advance registrations.

Now in its fifth year, the Rae Strong Bump Bash charity volleyball tournament offers friendly competition across more than ten divisions, along with prizes, event apparel, and food and drinks. Registration is available.

Expanded to twice its previous size, the Lisle French Market features a broader selection of vendors. Visitors can browse local goods, support small businesses, and enjoy shopping in the fresh air. Located in the Metra Parking Lot, it blends the French market elements Chicagoland appreciates with Lisle’s own charm. Find new favorites while reconnecting with familiar vendors.