A new school year is just around the corner, but take some time off from back-to-school shopping with these events.
Make sure to visit Chicago Botanic Garden before their exhibit on moths (yes, moths) ends and summer temps roll out. You can also spend your Saturday morning out on the water before spending your evening watching a classic family film.
Not afraid of crowds? Then don’t miss one of Chicago’s best events: the Air and Water Show. Plus, if you’ve always thought the show would pair well with lobster, you’ll love the city’s newest food festival at Navy Pier.
Here are five events to check out this weekend:
The Hidden Beauty of Moths
August 15-17
Glencoe
This is the last weekend this exhibit will be open at Chicago Botanic Garden, so don’t miss learning about what makes this insect beautiful.
Canoe Crazy
Saturday, Aug. 16
Winnetka
Join Heller Naturalists at Skokie Lagoons for a morning on the water. Space is limited, so register today!
Starlight Movies in the Park: “The Wizard of Oz”
Saturday, Aug. 16
Evanston
Pack a picnic and grab a blanket for a showing of this classic film at Elks Park. Audience participation is welcome, so don’t forget your ruby slippers!
Chicago Air and Water Show
August 16-17
Chicago
We’ve enjoyed the Taste and Lolla, but Chicago is hosting one more big event before summer ends. In fact, this is the largest free air and water show in the U.S.
The Great American Lobster Fest
August 16-17
Chicago
Love lobster? Then don’t miss this outdoor fest, the first of its kind in Chicago, while also enjoying the Chicago Air and Water Show and 25 bands.
Looking ahead…
- Make Monday, Aug. 18 date night or girls’ night out at Broadway in Chicago’s free summer concert in Millennium Park. Enjoy previews of “Annie,” “Million Dollar Quartet,” “Newsies,” “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella” and more shows making their way to town.
