Call to Artists!- Home Planet Earth 2027

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Habitat for Humanity is currently accepting applications for our Home Planet Earth 2027 event and are excited to bring local artists into the fold. This event promotes our net-zero, affordable housing neighborhood in Carpentersville, "Carter Crossing," ...

JAMBOREE DAYS

12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

JAMBOREE DAYS is BACK! Get ready to come home to one of Carpentersville’s most beloved traditions—reimagined for today.Live music, local flavor, and two days of unforgettable moments are returning to Carpenter Park on August 7 & 8. From high-energy ...

Run for C'ville ~ Community 5K Run & 3K Walk

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Carpentersville's Community Run is back! Run for C'Ville - August 8 Join us for the 12th Annual Run for C'Ville, a community 5K run and 3K walk hosted by the Rotary Club of Carpentersville. 📍 Carpenter Park ⏰ Start 8:00 AM 👟 Walkers • Families • ...

Summer Glow-Up Event

Ready to elevate your summer radiance? ✨ Mark your calendars for our Summer Glow-Up Event! We’re bringing you the ultimate day of self-care, confidence-boosting treatments, and pure relaxation. Whether you want to tone up, wind down, or completely ...

Summer Glow Up Event

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Ready to elevate your summer radiance? ✨ Mark your calendars for our Summer Glow-Up Event! We’re bringing you the ultimate day of self-care, confidence-boosting treatments, and pure relaxation. Whether you want to tone up, wind down, or completely ...

Motor Monday Cruise Night

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Come to East Dundee's Family-Friendly Cruise Night! Open to Cars and Trucks - ALL Makes & Models Main gate entrance is on Barrington Avenue. Looking for volunteers to help with participating vehicle greetings, traffic flow, parking, etc. If ...

Wine Down Wednesday

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wine Down Wednesday, August 12 with Billy Elton

West Dundee French Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Every Friday night from May 29th - August 28th at the West Dundee Pump House.

West Dundee French Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Every Friday night from May 29th - August 28th at the West Dundee Pump House.

CASA KANE COUNTY GOLF FOR A CHILD INVITATIONAL

Join us for the 23rd Annual Golf for a Child Invitational on August 24, 2026, at the beautiful St. Charles Country Club. Enjoy a premier day on the course that begins with brunch and continues with 18 holes of golf, on-course games, and friendly ...

West Dundee French Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Every Friday night from May 29th - August 28th at the West Dundee Pump House.

Wine Down Wednesday

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wine Down Wednesday, August 12 with Billy Elton

Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Celebration Woodlands Teen Impact Center

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Join us as we celebrate with The Boys & Girls Club of the Northwest Suburbs the official Grand Opening of their Woodlands Teen Impact Center. Hear from membes & staff how this Teen Impact center will help shape their great futures. Light refreshments ...

4th Annual PADS of Elgin Hops for Homes

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

📅 Mark Your Calendars! Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 6–9 PM 📍 Plank Road Tap Room — "Relax — You're here now" 🍻 What’s Brewing? This year, we’re doing something NEW and extra special! Instead of sampling from 15–20 different breweries, we’re ...

25th Anniversary 9/11 Patriots Day

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Join the members of the Carpentersville Fire Department in commemorating the solemn occasion of 9/11. Pay tribute to those that lost their lives on September 11th 2001.

El Grito - Mexican Independence Day Celebration

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join us for El Grito, a joyful celebration of Mexican Independence Day filled with music, dance, food, and community pride! This vibrant cultural event brings together families and friends for an unforgettable evening featuring live performances, ...

Chip in for Hunger

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Calling all golfers, outdoor lovers, boisterous laughers, do-gooders, and good time havers: Save the date for Food for Greater Elgin’s 12th annual golf fundraiser, Chip in for Hunger, happening Monday, September 14th, at Bowes Creek Country Club. Food ...

Motor Monday Cruise Night

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Come to East Dundee's Family-Friendly Cruise Night! Open to Cars and Trucks - ALL Makes & Models Main gate entrance is on Barrington Avenue. Looking for volunteers to help with participating vehicle greetings, traffic flow, parking, etc. If ...

"Every Hand Holds a Story" - Community Resource Fair

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join The Literacy Connection for this year's Community Resource Fair at The Centre of Elgin's Heritage Ballroom on Thursday, September 17th from 5 PM - 7 PM. To celebrate National Literacy Month, this year's theme is "Every Hand Holds a Story" and will ...

West Dundee's Heritage Fest 2026

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Join us for the 26th annual Heritage Fest, on September 13, 14 & 15, 2024! This 3-day community festival in West Dundee includes live music, craft fair, car show, great food and so much more!

Keeping Families Covered - Casino Night

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Keeping Families Covered is hosting its flagship benefit, Casino Night, on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 6-10pm at the Wild Onion Brewery in Lake Barrington. Join us for games, food, drinks, music, and fun! This event not only raises funds for our ...

Heritage Fest 5K / 10K

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

🏃‍♂️ BIG NEWS for Heritage Fest! 🏃‍♀️ The Heritage Fest 5K is leveling up in 2026… we’re adding a 10K option! 🎉 Sign up by June 1st and with Code RUNDUNDEE you will save $10 off the cost of entry. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 19th ...

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser benefiting Alzheimer's Association

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Enjoy an all you-can-eat pancake breakfast benefiting the Alzheimer's Association.

Centro de Información Gala 2026: Uniting the Community in Joy

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Uniting the Community in Joy This year's theme will focus on bringing all corners of the community together to resist the influences that seek to break communities apart and instead celebrate joyfully in the many ways we are united. Join us for an ...

BOURBON SOCIAL FOR CASA KANE COUNTY

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Join us for the hottest event of the year on Saturday, October 24, 2026: the 5th Annual Bourbon Social to benefit CASA Kane County, presented by Liquor 'n' Wine! Super VIP Experience: from 2:30 PM - 4 PM, this select group will enjoy a 90-minute ...

SUPER HEROES EVENT

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

join us for an inspiring and uplifting gathering at the 2026 Super Heroes Luncheon, hosted by CASA Kane County on November 5, 2026 at Waubonsee Community College. This annual event celebrates the everyday heroes who make a lasting difference in the ...

Galactic Breakfast with Santa ~ Three Fires Council, Scouting America

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The galaxy is aligning on this special day to announce the return of the Galactic Breakfast with Santa on December 12, 2026. Mark your calendars for a morning of breakfast, holiday fun, and visits from Santa and his Galactic Friends. Tickets are ...