JULY
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TASTE OF LOMBARD: See June 28-30 listing.
WHITING 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION: See June 28-30 listing.
TASTE OF CHICAGO: See June 28-30 listing.
NAPERVILLE RIBFEST 2000: See June 28-30 listing.
FIRST FOLIO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL: See June 28-30 listing.
AFRICAN-CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL OF LIFE: Music, dance, live performances, spicy-sweet island food and drink. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 1-4; Washington Park, 740 E. 56th St. 312-427-0266.
CHICAGO COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL: 10th annual event features country music on multiple stages. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. July 1, 2; Grant Park, 300 S. Columbus Dr. 312-744-3370.
BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY: 9 p.m. July 1; $15; House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn St. 312-923-2000, 312-559-1212.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: William Eddins, conductor; Jon Kimura Parker, piano; works by Rimsky-Korsakov, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff, Mussorgsky. 8 p.m. July 1; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
RICKY MARTIN: 7:30 p.m. July 1; $35-$95; United Center, 1901 W. Madison St. 312-455-4500, 312-559-1212.
DIANA ROSS AND THE SUPREMES: 8 p.m. July 1; $39.50-$250; Allstate Arena (Rosemont Horizon), 6920 N. Mannheim Rd., Rosemont. 847-635-6601, 312-559-1212.
WEIRD AL YANKOVIC: 6:30, 9:30 p.m. July 1; $28; Navy Pier Skyline Stage, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-595-7437, 312-559-1212.
KWANZAA SUMMER FESTIVAL: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 1; Abbott Park, 49 E. 95th St. 773-264-1298.
ART AT ELLWOOD ART FAIR AND SALE: Fine arts and fine crafts. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 2; Ellwood House Museum, 509 N. First St., DeKalb. 815-756-4609.
WAUKEGAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL: Celebrating cultural diversity with entertainment, children’s activities, food, American Independence Parade at 1 p.m. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 2; Bowen Park, Greenwood and Sheridan Rds., Waukegan. 847-360-4762.
THE TUBES: Quantum Leap. 8:30 p.m. July 2; $18.50-$20; Navy Pier Skyline Stage, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-595-7437, 312-559-1212.
GRANT PARK ORCHESTRA: James Paul, conductor; Sally Sherwin, piccolo, Melissa Dye, soprano; Job Christenson, baritone; works to be announced. 7:30 p.m. July 3; free; Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr. 312-742-4763.
BUDDY GUY: With Taj Mahal & The Phantom Blues Band. 7 p.m. July 3; $10-$35; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
WEIRD AL YANKOVIC: 7:30 p.m. July 3; $25; Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl., Merrillville, Ind. 219-769-6600, 312-559-1212.
AURORA BELL RINGING CELEBRATION: Historical bell ringing at 2 p.m., tours of the museum, food, kids’ games, carriage rides. Noon-4 p.m. July 4; free; Tanner House Museum, 304 Oak Ave., Aurora. 630-906-0650.
AURORA 4th OF JULY: Parade starts at Benton and River streets traveling east on Benton at 10 a.m., patriotic concert scheduled for evening, then fireworks at dusk. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 4; North River St. Park, River St. east of Rte. 31, Aurora. 630-844-3640.
PARK FOREST OLD-FASHIONED 4TH OF JULY: Carnival, food tent, kids’ area and games, parade at 6 p.m., concert by Gentlemen of Leisure at 7 p.m., followed by fireworks at dusk. 4-10 p.m. July 4; free; Park Forest Gazebo, Park Forest. 708-748-2005.
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BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA: 9 p.m. July 5; $42.50; House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn St. 312-923-2000, 312-559-1212.
ISAAC HAYES: Liquid Soul. 8 p.m. July 5; $10-$35; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
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IRISH AMERICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL: Irish food, dance, arts and crafts and more. 6 p.m.-midnight July 7; 1 p.m.-midnight July 8, 9; $8 in advance, $10 at door;Irish-American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox Ave. 773-282-7035.
ST. NECTARIOS GREEKFEST: Greek foods and pastries, Greek music and dancing, and a taverna. 5 p.m.-midnight July 7; 3 p.m.-midnight July 8, 9; $2; St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church, 133 S. Roselle Rd., Palatine. 847-358-5170.
ST. SOPHIA GREEK FEST: Greek food, pastries, games, crafters and dancing blend together for three days of fun. 5-11 p.m. July 7; noon-11 p.m. July 8, 9; $2, ages 11 and under free; St. Sophia Church, 525 Church Rd., Elgin. 847-888-2822.
WINDMILL CITY FEST: Music, family entertainment, games, pet parade, food, bake sale, arts and crafts, rummage sale, farmers market and 10K run. 9 a.m.-11:30 p.m. July 7, 8; free; 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia. 630-879-5235.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Donald Runnicles, conductor; James Galway, flute; Jeanne Galway, flute; works by Cimarosa, Mozart, Elgar. 8 p.m. July 7; $10-$50; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
BRITNEY SPEARS: 7 p.m. July 7; $25-$40; New World Music Theatre, 19100 S. Ridgeland Ave., Tinley Park. 312-559-1212.
GEORGE THOROGOOD AND THE DESTROYERS: 9 p.m. July 7; $35; House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn St. 312-923-2000, 312-559-1212.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Miguel Harth-Bedoya conductor; Federica von Stade, mezzo-soprano; Samuel Ramey, bass; works by Offenbach, Verdi, Boito, Mozart, Copland, Kern, Rodgers. 8 p.m. July 8; $10-$60; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
ROGER WATERS: 8 p.m. July 8; $23-$53; New World Music Theatre, 19100 S. Ridgeland Ave., Tinley Park. 312-559-1212.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Erich Kunzel, conductor; with The King’s Singers; “Classic Soundtracks.” 7 p.m. July 9; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
THE DOOBIE BROTHERS: July 9, showtime to be announced; Navy Pier Skyline Stage, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-595-7437, 312-559-1212.
BOBBY VINTON: 4 p.m. July 9; $27; Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl., Merrillville, Ind. 219-769-6600, 312-559-1212.
BLUES, JAZZ, AND ARTS ON THE RIDGE FESTIVAL: Blues, jazz and R&B performers, including Kenny Neal, the Love Dogs and Otis Taylor on Saturday and Ronnie Baker Brooks on Sunday, entertain at this juried arts and crafts fair; children’s activities and food booths. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 8, 9; free; Munster Town Hall, 1005 Ridge Rd., Munster, Ind. 219-836-5549.
ARTS AND CRAFTS PROMENADE & FAMILY FESTIVAL: Noon-8 p.m. July 8, 9; Washington Park, 740 E. 56th St. 773-947-0600.
CIVIL WAR DAYS: This Civil War re-enactment features musical entertainment, historical society booths, farm village tours and historical figures. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. July 8, 9; $4 for adults, $2 children 7-12; kids 6 and under free; Lyon Farm, 7933 Rte. 71, Yorkville. 630-553-6777.
GEBHARD WOODS DULCIMER FESTIVAL: Concerts, workshops, demonstrations, hands-on instruction, instrument building, music recording and accessories, children’s activities, jam sessions and the Saturday Night Old-Time Dance. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 8, 9; Requested donations: adult $12/day, family rates available; Gebhard Woods State Park, Rt. 47, Morris. 708-456-6292.
INVITATIONAL CRAFT EXHIBITION: More than 150 artists displaying their works in metal, ceramic, fiber, wood, glass and leather. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. July 8; 11-6 p.m. July 9; free; Oakbrook Center, Rte. 83 and Cermak Rd., Oak Brook. 630-573-0700.
LINCOLNSHIRE ART FAIR: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 8, 9; free; Village Green Center, Olde Half Day Rd. at Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire. 847-945-3811.
OBON ODORI FESTIVAL: Traditional Japanese folk dance, costumes and music staged in the temple parking lot. Obon is the time of remembrance for the dead in Japanese culture. 8 p.m. July 8; Midwest Buddhist Temple, 435 W. Menomonee St. 312-943-7801.
ROCK AROUND THE BLOCK: Local, regional and national acts on three stages. Plus arts and crafts, food and more to benefit the Lakeview Chamber of Commerce. noon-10 p.m. July 8, 9; $5; Lincoln Ave. from Belmont to School and Melrose from Lincoln to Paulina. 773-665-4682.
SKOKIE ART GUILD ART FAIR: 39th annual fair includes all media. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 8, 9; Village Green, 5211 W. Oakton Ave., Skokie. 847-677-8163.
FAIR IN THE SQUARE CRAFTERS SHOW: Arts and crafts, photography and home arts. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 9; free; Woodstock Town Square, Woodstock. 815-338-2436.
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NANCI GRIFFITH AND THE BLUE MOON ORCHESTRA: 8 p.m. July 12; $10-$35; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
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CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Ivan Fischer conductor; Leila Josefowicz, violin; works by Liszt, Prokofiev, Dvorak. 8 p.m. July 14; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
GRANT PARK ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS: James Paul, conductor; Elmar Oliveira, violin; Joseph Harris, tenor; works by Walton, Britten, Coleridge-Taylor, Elgar. 7:30 p.m. July 14, 16; free; Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr. 312-742-4763.
LEANN RIMES: 8 p.m. July 14; $45; Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl., Merrillville, Ind. 219-769-6600, 312-559-1212.
CHICAGO SUMMERDANCE FESTIVAL: 11-week festival features one-hour dance lessons to taped music, followed by live music and dancing. 6-9:30 p.m. July 13-15, 20-22, 27-29, Aug. 3-5, 10-12, 17-19, 24-26, 31, Sept. 1, 2, 7-9, 14-16, 21-23; 2-5 p.m. July 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24; free; Grant Park, Spirit of Music Garden (Michigan Ave. between Harrison St. and Balbo Dr.). 312-742-4007.
BROOKFEST: Carnival rides, midway attractions and food. Music by Lonnie Brooks on Thursday, Davey Jones on Friday. 6-10 p.m. July 13, 14; 3-11 p.m. July 15; 2-10 p.m. July 16; $2, except Thursday, which is free; J.C. Ehlert Park, Elm and Gerritsen Aves., Brookfield. 773-868-3010.
CHICAGO TRIBUNE MAGNIFICENT MILE ART FESTIVAL: The ninth annual event features fine art including architectural drawings, handblown glass, jewelry, sculpture and metal works. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 14-16; Chicago Tribune Pioneer Court, 435 N. Michigan Ave. 815-937-0920.
GREEK FOOD FEST OF NILES: Large selection of Greek food, appetizers and pastries, Greek music, dancers, films and cooking demonstrations. 6 p.m.-midnight July 14; 5 p.m.-midnight July 15; noon-midnight July 16; $1 seniors, adults, Friday, $1; Saturday, Sunday, $2; children under 12 free; St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, 7373 N. Caldwell, Niles. 847-647-8880.
ORLAND SQUARE SUMMER ART, CRAFT AND FOLK FAIR: A juried folk art and craft show. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. July 14, 15; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. July 16; Orland Square Mall, U.S. Hwy. 45 and 151st St., Orland Park. 708-349-1646.
PLAINFIELD FEST: Continuous entertainment on a main and family stage, a pet parade, beer garden, carnival, bingo, craft show, sidewalk sales and a tractor pull. Fireworks at dusk Sunday. 5 p.m.-midnight July 14; 10-midnight July 15; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 16; free; Lockport St. off Rt. 59, Plainfield. 815-436-8812.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Ivan Fischer, conductor; Leon Fleisher, piano; works by Brahms, Bartok. 8 p.m. July 15; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
GRANT PARK ORCHESTRA: James Paul, conductor; works by Bruckner. 7:30 p.m. July 15; free; Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr. 312-742-4763.
WILL DOWNING: Chantay Moore, Gerald Albright, Phil Perry. 7:30 p.m. July 15; $29; Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl., Merrillville, Ind. 219-769-6600, 312-559-1212.
EVANSTON ETHNIC ARTS FESTIVAL: Representing 80 cultures, 125 artists display their work while ethnic musicians entertain on two stages. 20 food booths, storytellers and art workshops entertain children. Noon-7 p.m. July 15, 16; free; Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. and Church St., Evanston. 847-328-2100, x2470.
NAPERVILLE WOMEN’S CLUB ART FAIR: More than 100 juried exhibitors in fine arts and crafts, food, free tours of the Naper Settlement. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 15, 16; free; Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. 630-420-9680.
WILMETTE FESTIVAL OF FINE ARTS: More than 100 exhibitors in all fine arts. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 15, 16; free; Wilmette Park District’s Community Recreation Center, 3000 Glenview Rd., Wilmette. 847-256-2080.
ART IN THE PARK: Fine art, crafts, sculpture and photography. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. July 15; Veterans Memorial Park, Pearl St., McHenry. 815-385-4300; Fine arts and selected fine crafts, jewelry, pottery, photography and fiber art. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 15; free; Standish Park, Galesburg. 309-342-7415.
EDENS ART FAIR: Fifth annual event features fine arts and selected crafts. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 15; midnight-5 p.m. July 16; free; Edens Plaza, Lake St. and Skokie Blvd., Wilmette. 312-751-2500.
GAELIC FEST: Children’s Irish dance contest, Irish and Scottish musicians, food booths, crafts, pony rides, moon walk, face painting and storytellers. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. July 15; $5 ages 7 and up; Sunset Hill Farm County Park, U.S. Hwy. 6 and Meridian Rd., Porter County, Ind. 219-465-3586.
LEMONT HERITAGE FEST 2000: Wagon rides along the I&M canal, polka, swing and country bands, pony rides, petting zoo, pet contest, decorated bicycle parade (at noon), kids’ fashion show and games. noon-11 p.m. July 15; Stephen and Canal Sts., Lemont. 630-257-1550.
RIVER NORTH SUMMER FESTIVAL: Includes live music, food and art. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. July 15; Huron Ave. between Dearborn and State Sts. 312-645-1047.
TASTE OF SOUTH SHORE JOYFEST: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. July 15; Rainbow Beach, 7600 South Shore Dr. 773-978-0947.
DEARBORN GARDEN WALK & HERITAGE FESTIVAL: The 42nd annual event is one of the oldest garden walks in the country featuring more than 50 award-winning private gardens, architectural tours, music, children’s activities and food. Noon-6 p.m. July 16; 1300-1500 N. Dearborn Pkwy. 773-472-6561.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: David Alan Miller, conductor; Lisa Vroman, soprano; works by Bernstein, Weill, Copland, Gershwin; music from “West Side Story,” “Porgy and Bess,” “Showboat,” “Carousel” and “My Fair Lady.” 7 p.m. July 16; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
VIVA MEXICO FESTIVAL: Celebration of Mexican heritage includes performances by Mexican artists. Noon-9 p.m. July 16; Plaza Garibaldi, 26th St. and California Ave. 312-421-5121.
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MISIA: 8 p.m. July 17; $10-$25; Ravinia Festival, Martin Theatre, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
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WILLIE NELSON AND FAMILY: 8 p.m. July 18; $10-$35; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
GRANT PARK ORCHESTRA: Victor DeRenzi, conductor; Lyric Opera Center for American Artists, Richard Pearlman, director; semi-staged excerpts from Mozart’s “Cosi Fan Tutte,” and Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville.” 7:30 p.m. July 19, 21; free; Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr. 312-742-4763.
KANE COUNTY FAIR: Livestock and 4-H exhibits, carnival midway, commercial exhibits, food, truck and tractor pulls, rodeos, demolition derbies, magic shows, entertainment. noon-11 p.m. July 18-23; $7 Tuesday-Thursday, $10 Friday-Sunday; Kane County Fairgrounds, Rt. 38 and Randall Rd., St. Charles. 630-584-6926.
CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVISITED: 9 p.m. July 19; $33.50; House of Blues, 329 N. Dearborn St. 312-923-2000, 312-559-1212.
HOMEWOOD DAYS: Food, entertainment, juried craft show, children’s activities, music and a radio-controlled NASCAR track. 11 a.m.-midnight July 20-22, downtown Homewood. 708-206-3384.
LAGRANGE PARK’S PARTY IN THE PARK: Family-oriented party in the park, with a children’s play area and a main stage with live music. 4-11 p.m. July 21; noon-11 p.m. July 22, 23; $3; Memorial Park Amphitheater, LaGrange Rd. at Woodlawn, LaGrange Park. 773-665-4682.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Bernhard Klee, conductor; Emanuel Ax, piano; works by Beethoven, Stravinsky, Strauss. 8 p.m. July 21; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
RICHARD ELLIOT, JONATHAN BUTLER, KIM WATERS AND JEFF GOLUB: July 21; showtime to be announced; Navy Pier Skyline Stage, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-595-7437, 312-559-1212.
POISON: Cinderella, Dokken, Slaughter. 6 p.m. July 21; $28; New World Music Theatre, 19100 S. Ridgeland Ave., Tinley Park. 312-559-1212.
ART IN JULY/KILDARE COUNTRYSIDE ART FAIR: A large variety of styles and genres of paintings, enamelware and photography. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 22, 23; Old McHenry and Robert Parker Coffin Rds., Long Grove. 847-634-0888.
MAYOR’S CUP SOCCER FEST: Two days of soccer competition for players of all ages. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 22, 23; Montrose Avenue at Lake Shore Drive. 312-744-3370.
CHICAGO FOLK AND ROOTS FESTIVAL: Noon-10 p.m. July 22, 23; Welles Park at Lincoln and Montrose Aves. 773-728-6000.
GRANT PARK ORCHESTRA: Maximiano Valdes, conductor; works by Sierra, Villa Lobos, Rimsky-Korsakov. 7:30 p.m. July 22, 23; free; Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr. 312-742-4763.
SHEFFIELD GARDEN WALK: More than 100 gardens, with music, food and children’s activities. Noon-8 p.m. July 22, 23; Webster and Sheffield. 773-929-9255.
EDGEWATER DAYS: Live music, family events, arts and crafts and a variety of food. noon-10 p.m. July 22, 23; Granville Ave. between Broadway and Kenmore. 773-561-6000.
JIMMY BUFFETT & THE CORAL REEFER BAND: 8 p.m. July 22; $27.25-$54.75; Alpine Valley Music Theatre, 2699 Highway D, East Troy, Wis. 414-642-4400, 312-559-1212.
TOM CHAPIN: 11 a.m. July 22; $3-$5; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Bernhard Klee, conductor; Itzhak Perlman, violin; works by Webern, Mozart, Beethoven. 8 p.m. July 22; $10-$60; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
PATTI LABELLE: 8 p.m. July 22; 7 p.m. July 23; $43; Star Plaza Theatre, 8001 Delaware Pl., Merrillville, Ind. 219-769-6600, 312-559-1212.
SOUTH SIDE NEIGHBORHOOD GOSPEL FEST: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. July 22; Ogden Park, 6500 S. Racine Ave. 773-483-4300.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Itzhak Perlman, conductor and violin; Alex Klein; works by Bach, Mozart, Vivaldi, Bizet. 7 p.m. July 23; $10-$60; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
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BETTY BUCKLEY: 8 p.m. July 24; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Martin Theatre, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
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DUPAGE COUNTY FAIR: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 26-30; $5 adults, $3 children, seniors, seniors free on June 28; DuPage County Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester Rd., Wheaton. 630-668-6636.
FIESTA DEL SOL: Live music, food, arts and crafts in the Pilsen neighborhood. 5-11 p.m. July 27, 28; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. July 29, 30; 18th St. between Paulina and Damen. 312-666-2663.
JIMMY BUFFETT & THE CORAL REEFER BAND: 8 p.m. July 27 and 29; $28-$50.50; New World Music Theatre, 19100 S. Ridgeland Ave., Tinley Park. 708-614-1616, 312-559-1212.
GRANT PARK ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS: Terry Edwards, conductor; Diane Penning, soprano; Theresa Brancaccio, mezzo-soprano; Calland Metts, tenor; Lorenzo Formosa, baritone; works by Rodgers and Hammerstein. 7:30 p.m. July 28, 30; free; Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr. 312-742-4763.
STREAMWOOD SUMMER CELEBRATION: Music, miniature golf and football-throw games, crafts show, food and beer tent, and a parade at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. 5-11 p.m. July 28; noon-11 p.m. July 29, 30; free; Hoosier Grove Park, 700 W. Irving Park Rd., Streamwood. 630-372-7275, x111.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Christoph Eschenbach, conductor; Renate Behle, soprano; Michelle DeYoung, mezzo-soprano; Jon Fredric West, tenor; Gordon Gietz, tenor; Alan Held, bass-baritone; Ernst Haefliger, speaker; Chicago Symphony Chorus; Schoenberg’s “Gurrelieder.” 8 p.m. July 28; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
PUERTO RICAN HERITAGE PARADE AND FESTIVAL: Latin American music and dance, ethnic foods, beer garden, kids’ area, and a parade at 1 p.m. Sunday. 1-9 p.m. July 29, 30; free; Downer Place between Broadway and Stolp Sts., Aurora. 630-801-0407.
TASTE OF LINCOLN AVENUE: Music on five stages featuring 50 bands, food from 40 restaurant vendors, 80 arts and crafts vendors and a block-long kids’ carnival. Noon July 29, 30; $5; 2200 to 2400 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-472-9046.
GHANAFEST 2000: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. July 29; DuSable Museum of African-American History, 740 E. 56th Pl. 708-848-8426.
BLUE OYSTER CULT: 8 p.m. July 29; $19.50; Navy Pier Skyline Stage, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-595-7437, 312-559-1212.
VENETIAN NIGHT: Watch the boats and ships, decorated in white lights, sail by in this 43rd annual event. 8:30-10 p.m. July 29; Monroe Harbor, Monroe St. at the lake. 312-744-2964.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Christoph Eschenbach, conductor; Elisabeth Batiashvili, violin; Claudio Bohorquez, cello; Lang Lang, piano; works by Prokofiev, Shostakovich, Rachmaninoff. 8 p.m. July 29; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
GRANT PARK ORCHESTRA WITH ARTURO SANDOVAL, TRUMPET: Robert Hanson, conductor. 7 p.m. July 29; free; Petrillo Music Shell, 235 S. Columbus Dr. 312-742-4763.
CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: Christoph Eschenbach, conductor and piano; works by Beethoven, Schubert. 7 p.m. July 30; $10-$40; Ravinia Festival, Green Bay Rd. 1/2 mile north of Lake-Cook Rd., Highland Park. 847-266-5100.
BILLY RAY CYRUS: 4, 7:30 p.m. July 30; Navy Pier Skyline Stage, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-595-7437, 312-559-1212.
