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Elgin Park District

Civic Center Plaza 150 Dexter Ct., Elgin, IL 60120

Ice Skating

Outdoor ice skating; new refrigerated skating system; warming shelters available.

The Civic Center Plaza is really where the heart of Elgin lies. The city hall is situated here, and all the important administrative offices of the city find a home here. The well-maintained plaza lies along the banks of the Fox River. Besides being the focal point of the city’s administrative services, the plaza also plays host to various events, like the Elgin Fine Arts Festival, Elgin’s City Skate, and the Puerto Rican Festival.

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Downtown Elgin Market

S. Riverside Drive, Elgin •  Aug 28 @ 3PM

A seasonal open-air farmers market in downtown Elgin that hosts a variety of local produce and handmade goods.

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Love on the Lawn Day

Festival Park •  Sep 05 @ 2PM

The 5th Annual Love on the Lawn Day returns September 5, 2026 to Festival Park, Elgin IL. Live music, food vendors, family fun, and community.

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Historic Elgin House Tour

West Highland Avenue & Larkin Avenue •  Sep 12 – Sep 13 @ 9AM

Explore historic Elgin neighborhoods like never before.

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