FEATURED EVENTS

The Summer Concert Series, Lincoln Square's favorite free summer event, returns (finally!) for a limited run! Swing by Giddings Plaza between 6:00pm - 8:30pm (weather permitting) to hear the sweet sounds of local Chicago musicians. Enjoy beer and wine for purchase from our local vendors. The Series runs through mid-August. Be sure to tell your entire family and all of your friends! No one is going to want to miss out on the triumphant return of this great event!

During our Owl Encounter, you’ll get up close and personal with a wide variety of different species of Old World and New World Owls that are now being used in the sport of falconry. Participants (ages 9+) will: Learn about how owls are trained and utilized in the modern sport of Falconry and how it differs from working with hawks and falcons. Learn about the oldest species of raptor on the planet and their important role in the environment. Be able to highlight the three main differences between the two groups of owls in the world (Barn Owls and Typical Owls). Discover what makes an Owl’s “silent flight” possible as you learn about a variety of their many “super powers.” And, get an opportunity to apply basic falconry skills as you learn to handle one of our Barn Owls or our Eurasian Eagle Owls.

Zoo Fiesta is “su fiesta” and you’re invited! Enjoy a family-friendly event celebrating Latine cultures and communities with live music, culinary delights, cultural performances, and animal chats that highlight the biodiversity of Latin America.

Join the Park District for a nature adventure! Get ready for summer with plenty of activities that will get the family excited about the great outdoors. Free event. You'll all enjoy Cops & Bobbers - a fun-filled fishing derby hosted by the Elmhurst Police Department as part of the Eldridge Adventure Day! This friendly competition is open to all young anglers and offers a chance to win prizes. Plus, Bug Hunts, Scavenger Hunt, Carnival Games, and food trucks!