Elim Christian Services Celebrates 30 Years Of Klompen, Banket And Hutspot Saturday At Dutch Fest

Elim Christian Services Dutch Festival offers cuisine, Dutch shops, dancing, children's activities and culture, Sat. Sept. 26 in Crestwood.

Put On Your Cozy Sweater And Head Out To Alsip Fall Fest Saturday At Sprayfari Aquatic Park

Alsip's Fall Fest features bands, crafts, hayrides, beer, food trucks, a petting zoo and more Saturday, Sept. 26 at Sprayfari Aquatic Park.

Blake-Lamb Celebrates 'Christmas In July' Saturday With Toys For Tots Toy Drive And Midsummer Holiday Fun

Bring a new toy or book to the Christmas In July toy drive at Blake-Lamb Funeral Home on Saturday, July 18 and enjoy midsummer holiday fun.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Alsip-Crestwood For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Alsip-Crestwood.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Alsip-Crestwood

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Alsip-Crestwood.

Sparks Fly Over Ozinga Field For America's 250th Birthday

Head over to Ozinga Field in Crestwood Thursday, July 3, for "Sparks In The Park," featuring a free movie in the park and fireworks.

Fun Is Coming Back To Alsip Fun Fest, Featuring Talent Contest, Games, Bands, Balloon Twisters And More

Bands, Alsip's Got Talent, rides, games, food trucks and fireworks featured at Alsip's Fun Fest, Saturday, June 20, at Sprayfari Park.

Alsip Park District Wants YOU To Volunteer For Fun Fest

Be a good American by volunteering to work at the Alsip's Park District's Fun Fest, Saturday, June 20, at Sprayfari Aquatic Park.

Alsip VFW Post 450 Leads Memorial Day Ceremony Monday At 118th and Cicero

Mayor John Ryan and Alsip VFW Post 450 will hold a Memorial Day ceremony to honor fallen military members on Monday, May 25.

Chicago Catholic Cemeteries Hold 2026 Memorial Day Field Masses

Memorial Day Field Masses will be celebrated at Chicago Catholic Cemeteries across Cook and Lake Counties on Monday, May 25.

Mai Fest 2026 Kicks Off Summer Street Fair Season Saturday In Blue Island

Blue Island Mai Fest is back Saturday, May 9, featuring over 100 artisans, live music, food, libations, and more on Olde Western Avenue.

Where To Go For Easter Bunch In Alsip-Crestwood 2026

See which restaurants are serving up Easter brunch in the Alsip-Crestwood area.

Crestwood Easter Egg Hunt Moved To Friday At Walker Park Softball Field

Kids 12 and under are invited to Crestwood's FREE Easter egg hunt FRIDAY, APRIL 3, at Walker Park. Pre-registration required.

Hippity Hoppity To Alsip Park District's Egg-Cellent Egg Hunt, Breakfast With The Bunny

A free egg hunt is planned at Commissioners Park and breakfast with the bunny at Apollo Rec Center (RSVP required) Saturday, March 28.

New Year's Eve 2025 In Alsip-Crestwood: Cherry Bomb Female Rocker Tribute, Gospel SMACKDOWN

There are plenty of parties, shows and family events planned near Oak Lawn to help you ring in 2026.

Lifehouse Recovery Home Recognized For 'Compassionate' Work In Community

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Local Musicians To Play Original 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' Soundtrack, Saturday, At First Lutheran Chuch

Hear the original Vince Guaraldi Trio soundtrack to the beloved holiday classic performed live Saturday, Dec. 20, at First Lutheran Church.

Local Dunkin Donuts Gets Best Of 2025 Nod: Fast Service, Friendly Staff

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Santa And Mrs. Claus Drop By Christmas Market Saturday At Crestwood Rec And Wellness Center

Crafts, cookies, cocoa, Santa and shopping take over the Crestwood Recreation and Wellness Center Saturday, Dec. 13.

Celebrate The Magic Of Krampus Sunday At Blue Island Beer Company, Showcasing Over 30 Artsts

Krampus Market 2025 offers a fusion of art, culture, and craft brews Sunday, Dec. 7, Blue Island Beer Company. All ages welcome.

Santa Makes Grand Entrance On A Helicopter Saturday At Sprayfari Park For Alsip Winterfest

Come watch Santa land in a helicopter at the Alsip Park District's Winter Fest Saturday, Dec. 6, at Sprayfari Aquatic Park for holiday fun.

Families Invited To Eisenhower's Winter Wonderfest, Featuring Pics With Santa, Crafts, Treats And More

Join the Eisenhower Cardinals Wed., Dec. 3, for Winter Wonderfest, featuring pictures with Santa, crafts and family fun. Free admission.

Worth Township Christmas Care Program Taking Applications From Families Who Need Help Filling Empty Stockings

Families living in Worth Township and are struggling financially have until Dec. 4 to apply for help through the Christmas Care Program.

Santa Returns To Worth Township To Hear Children's Wishes, Silent Santa Offered

Santa returns to Worth Township Center Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, with Dec. 8 set aside for children with sensory sensitivities in Alsip.

Need Is Great This Year For New Toy Donations To Worth Township's 'Christmas Care' Program

Worth Township is collecting new, unwrapped toys for local children ages 0-14. Financially-strapped parents can apply for help.

Hazelgreen School PFO Hosts Fall Arts And Craft Show, Featuring Over 40 Vendors

The Parent Faculty Organization of Hazlegreen Elementary School host the third annual Arts and Craft Show Saturday, Nov. 22.

These Alsip-Crestwood Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day 2025

A number of national chains, and some local restaurants, are open on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27.

Village of Alsip, Crestwood Set 2025 Trick Or Treating Hours

Residents are asked to leave their porch light on if they plan to participate.

Trunks Open And Filled With Candy At Worth Township Trunk Or Treat

Kids can wear their costumes and head over to Worth Township Center in Alsip Wednesday, Oct. 29, for trunk or treat.

Volunteer Firefighters Host Trunk Or Treat At Garden Homes Fire Protection District

Grab your plastic pumpkin and head over to Garden Homes Fire Protection District, Sunday, Oct. 26, for trunk or treat.

Spooky Carnival, Costume Parade, Pumpkins, Reptile Show And Trick Or Trunk Planned Saturday At Sears Park

Join the Alsip Park District Saturday, Oct. 25, at Sears Park for a Halloween carnival and trick or trunk in Alsip for kids up to age 11.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Alsip-Crestwood This Fall

Pumpkin season is almost here. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Alsip-Crestwood.

Meet Firefighters, Explore Trucks, Drive A Fire Engine Obstacle Course At Alsip Fire Department Open House

Try on fire gear, drive a fire-engine obstacle course and watch live fire demos at the Alsip Fire Department Open House, Saturday, Oct. 4.

Dogs Have Their Day Saturday At Alsip Park District's Puppapalooza

Take your pup for a morning of games, treats, pet vendors, a costume contest and parade to Sprayfari Aquatic Park Saturday, Sept. 27.

Chill Out At Alsip Fall Fest, Featuring A Corn Maze, Bands, Food Trucks, Corn Eating Contest And More

Alsip's Fall Fest features bands, crafts, hayrides, beer, food trucks, a petting zoo and more Saturday, Sept. 27 at Sprayfari Park.

Chicagoland's Dutch Heading To Elim Christian Services Saturday For 29th Annual Dutch Fest

Elim Christian Services Dutch Festival offers cuisine, Dutch shops, dancing, children's activities and culture Saturday, Sept. 27.

'Half Way To Parade Day' Golf Outing Hits The Links For South Side Irish Parade

The mid-year golf outing fundraiser tees off Sept. 26 at Ridge Country Club, featuring 18 holes, cart, golfer gifts, raffles and more.

Fireworks Near Me: Alsip-Crestwood July 4th, 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Alsip and Crestwood.

'Sparks In The Park' Fly Over Ozinga Field Thursday For A Free Family Flick, Fireworks Show

Head over to Ozinga Field in Crestwood Thursday, July 3, for "Sparks In The Park," featuring a free movie in the park and fireworks.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Alsip-Crestwood

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Alsip and Crestwood.

South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2024

Check Patch's list of fish fry events happening on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs for the 2024 Lenten season.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.