I’m ready for the weekend and all of the Independence Day fun that it brings! But before I dive into all of the red, white and blue events, I want to thank you for taking an interest in my blog. During the month of June, many of you participated in my LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Chicago Greatful Giveaway! There were over 200 entries in the contest–one of my most popular giveaways to date! If you didn’t win this time, don’t despair…I will have more contests in the future.
In my Top Picks this weekend, you won’t want to miss out on Elgin State Bank’s Family Fun Day featuring Jim Nesci’s Cold Blooded Creatures. Additionally, I have highlighted several parades and fireworks displays in Elgin, Carol Stream, South Elgin, and St. Charles. Best of all, the events are all FREE or CHEAP! And if they ask who sent you…tell them The Mommy did!
DISCLAIMER: Although we are careful to report accurate dates and times as they are provided, we realize that sometimes we receive inaccurate information or events may be cancelled. We strongly encourage you to confirm the information before heading out and/or to click the link that is provided for each activity to check the details.
FRIDAY
Friday, July 4, 2014
Event: An Americana Jubilee
Town: Elgin, IL
Where: Side Street Studio Arts, 15 Ziegler Ct., Elgin
Age: All ages
Time: Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Description: A variety of activities for the whole family! Pie eating contest, bake-off, kids art exhibit, sidewalk art, bubble stations, bobbing for apples, hula hoop contest, games, music and more!
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-429-2276
Friday, July 4, 2014 (*repeats Sat. & Sun.)
Event: Frontier Days Festival
Town: Arlington Heights, IL
Where: Recreation Park, 3 blocks east of Arlington Heights Road on Miner Street, Arlington Heights
Age: All ages
Time: Various hours – see web site
Description: Enjoy an exotic petting zoo, clowns, mini-circus, pony rides, mainstream bands, carnival (fee), food vendors, many unique family activities/entertainment and more
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-577-8572
Special Note: Festival began on July 2 and continues through July 6
Find out what's happening in St. Charlesfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Friday, July 4, 2014
Event: Four on Four
Town: Carpentersville and Sleepy Hollow, IL
Where: Dolphin Cove, 300 N. Kennedy Dr., Carpentersville; Sleepy Hollow Pool, 875 Winmoor Dr., Sleepy Hollow
Age: All ages
Time: Dolphin Cove: 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Sleepy Hollow Pool: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Description: Enjoy special admission to each pool on the Fourth of July!
Cost: $4 per person for both residents and nonresidents
Information: Web site or Dolphin Cove: 847-836-7946; Sleepy Hollow Pool: 847-551-4316
PARADES & FIREWORKS DISPLAYS
Friday, July 4, 2014
Elgin, IL
Parade @ 9:00 a.m.
Steps off at the intersection of Slade & Douglas Avenues, proceeds south on Douglas into downtown Elgin and finishes at the intersection of Highland & Douglas Ave.
Special Note: This is one fantastic parade in a beautiful historic district of Elgin, which includes many trees (i.e., shade). If you have not seen this parade yet, I highly recommend it! Try to sit in the first half of the parade for prime candy collection and don’t forget a bag!
Fireworks: There are fireworks this year; however it is a ticketed event by the Grand Victoria at Festival Park, 250 Grove Avenue, Elgin ($5 for lawn seats). It has been suggested that you try to catch the fireworks from Riverside Drive Promenade or simply anywhere close to that area if you don’t want to pay the fee.
Find out what's happening in St. Charlesfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Friday, July 4, 2014
South Elgin, IL
Parade @ 10:00 a.m.
Parade Route: The starting point for the parade will be the corner of West Spring Street and Wedgewood Drive with the end on Fulton.
Friday, July 4, 2014
Carol Stream, IL
Parade @ 10:00 a.m
Parade Route: Lies Road between County Farm and Fountain Drive, Carol Stream. Staging will be done at County Farm and Woodhill. County Farm will be closed from Kelly Dr. to Lies Rd.
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m.
Public viewing areas include Veterans Park, Mitchell Lakes and the Town Center (Gary Ave. & Lies Rd.) grounds.
Special Note: There is special entertainment beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Center
Friday, July 4, 2014
St. Charles, IL
Fireworks at dusk
Best Viewed at Pottawatomie Park or Ferson Creek Park, St. Charles, IL
Special Note: There is special entertainment beginning at 4:00 p.m. and ending at dusk at Pottawatomie Park
SATURDAY
Saturday, July 5, 2014 ***FEATURED EVENT***
Event: Family Fun Day
Town: Elgin, IL
Where: Elgin State Bank, 590 N. McLean Blvd., Elgin
Age: All ages
Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Description: Enjoy a fun day for the whole family! Jim Nesci’s Cold Blooded Creatures will be featured. Plus, there will be face painting, snacks, refreshments and more!
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847.888.7950
Saturday, July 5, 2014
Event: Home Depot Kids Workshop
Town: Multiple Store locations including: Bartlett, Carpentersville, Elgin, Elk Grove Village, Schaumburg, South Elgin
Where: Home Depot Stores in Various Towns
Age: Kids age 5 to 12
Time: 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Description: This month’s workshop – Build a bug house
Cost: FREE
Information: Web Site
Special Note: Registration is required. See web site to sign up!
Saturday, July 5, 2014 (*repeats Sun.)
Event: Toons Movie Series: Toopy and Binoo & Big Block Singsong (G - 60 mins.)
Town: Wheaton, IL
Where: Studio Movie Grill, 301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton
Age: All ages
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Description: Enjoy a family-friendly movie in comfortable seats with the option to buy food
Cost: $2 per person
Information: Web site or 630-480-9557
Saturday, July 5, 2014 (*repeats Sun.)
Event: Frontier Days Festival
Town: Arlington Heights, IL
Where: Recreation Park, 3 blocks east of Arlington Heights Road on Miner Street, Arlington Heights
Age: All ages
Time: Various hours – see web site
Description: Enjoy an exotic petting zoo, clowns, mini-circus, pony rides, mainstream bands, carnival (fee), food vendors, many unique family activities/entertainment and more
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-577-8572
Special Note: Festival began on July 2 and continues through July 6
SUNDAY
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Event: Toons Movie Series: Toopy and Binoo & Big Block Singsong (G - 60 mins.)
Town: Wheaton, IL
Where: Studio Movie Grill, 301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton
Age: All ages
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Description: Enjoy a family-friendly movie in comfortable seats with the option to buy food
Cost: $2 per person
Information: Web site or 630-480-9557
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Event: Frontier Days Festival
Town: Arlington Heights, IL
Where: Recreation Park, 3 blocks east of Arlington Heights Road on Miner Street, Arlington Heights
Age: All ages
Time: Various hours – see web site
Description: Enjoy an exotic petting zoo, clowns, mini-circus, pony rides, mainstream bands, carnival (fee), food vendors, many unique family activities/entertainment and more
Cost: FREE
Information: Web site or 847-577-8572
Special Note: Festival began on July 2 and continues through July 6
