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    116th Father's Day Swedish Midsummer Celebration

    Good Templar Park •  Jun 21

    Father's Day Midsommer Festival is an annual event located at the Good Templar Park in Geneva. Make history by attending the oldest ethnic festival in IL! Read more about 116th Father's Day Swedish Midsummer Celebration
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    Backwater Gamblers Water Ski Show

    Jun 21 @ 6:30PM

    The Backwater Gamblers perform free water ski shows every Sunday and Wednesday at 6:30 pm on the Rock River in Rock Island, Illinois. The shows begin… Read more about Backwater Gamblers Water Ski Show
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    Brickworld Chicago

    Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel •  Jun 20 – Jun 21

    The Premier LEGO® fan experience in North America. Read more about Brickworld Chicago
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    Cantigny Jazz Fest

    Cantigny •  Jun 21 @ 11AM

    Enjoy a night of world-class jazz at Cantigny Jazz Fest, featuring the Chicago Jazz Orchestra with Victor Garcia. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, enjoy included parking,… Read more about Cantigny Jazz Fest
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    Chicago Pride Fest

    Jun 20 – Jun 21

    Chicago Pride Fest is a massive two-day pride celebration that takes over Northalsted every June. Read more about Chicago Pride Fest
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    Great Galena Balloon Race

    Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa •  Jun 19 – Jun 21 @ 5PM

    Hot Air Balloon Race and Festival in Galena! Read more about Great Galena Balloon Race
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    Juneteenth Cultural Rhythm & Blues Festival

    Festival Park •  Jun 20 – Jun 21 @ 1PM

    The family-friendly Juneteenth Cultural Festival in Elgin's Festival Park will include music, performances, art exhibitions, storytelling, vendors, food, history, and entertainment. Read more about Juneteenth Cultural Rhythm & Blues Festival
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    Marlon Wayans at the IMPROV Chicago

    IMPROV Chicago •  Jun 19 – Jun 21

    Escape time for a few laughs from famous comedians - just don't spit your drinks! Read more about Marlon Wayans at the IMPROV Chicago

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