Enjoy a full day of summertime fun at the 18th annual Glen Ellyn Backyard BBQ! This popular community festival features an amateur BBQ competition, food and drink vendors, live music, a cornhole tournament and plenty of children’s activities at Piglet Playland.

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 1:00–9:30 p.m.
📍 Duane Street Public Parking Lot, Glen Ellyn
🌐 www.glenellynbackyardbbq.org

Live Music Lineup

🎵 Blank Tape: 1:00–2:15 p.m.
🎵 Lake Effect: 2:45–4:15 p.m.
🎵 Amy Kelly and the Beaver Moon Band: 4:45–7:00 p.m.
🎵 Serendipity: 7:30–9:30 p.m.

Teams of two can also compete in a cornhole tournament hosted by the Bridge Communities Associate Board.

Celebrate 40 years of the McAninch Arts Center with College of DuPage alumnus Jim Belushi and The Sacred Hearts! The band will bring its energetic blend of blues, rock and soul to the Belushi Performance Hall for a memorable evening of live music, storytelling and special surprises.

📅 Saturday, September 12
📍 McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage
🎉 Gala and Show: 5:00–10:00 p.m.
🎶 Show Only: 8:00 p.m.

Ticket Options

• Gala + Show: $300
Includes pre-show cocktails, heavy appetizer stations, a silent auction, live entertainment and priority seating for the performance.

• Show Only: $75–$100
Limited availability.

Proceeds support the Belushi Scholarship for Performing Arts Endowment and the McAninch Endowment for the Arts Fund.

🎟️ Gala tickets: https://e.givesmart.com/events/NBD/

For more information, call 630-942-3088 or email foundation@codfound.org.

Spend your Sunday morning hunting for one-of-a-kind treasures at this free antique and vintage pop-up sale!

📅 Sunday, September 13
⏰ Shops open at 9:00 a.m.
🛍️ Outdoor market begins at 10:00 a.m.
📍 Sign of the Whale Antiques and Common Good Coffee House
🎟️ Free admission

Start the morning by browsing fresh fall merchandise inside Sign of the Whale and enjoying coffee, tea, and pastries from Common Good Coffee House. At 10:00 a.m., dealers will begin unpacking antiques, vintage finds, handmade folk art, topiaries, plants, and more throughout the garden patio and parking lot. Common Good will also feature a special rack of vintage clothing.

Outdoor merchandise will not be sold before 10:00 a.m. The pop-up is expected to continue until approximately noon.

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Downtown Lombard bursts to life as the Lombard Farmers Market returns under the iconic Lombard Arch.

Every Tuesday from 3 to 7 PM, enjoy fresh produce, artisan baked goods, beautiful flowers, and vibrant local flavors.

The market features a unique variety—everything from local soaps and Michigan fruits to honey, olive oil, and tempting sweet treats.

Shoppers can savor hot coffee, tea, tamales, empanadas, and even dog treats for furry friends.

Each week, live music energizes the crowd, with June performances from Emily Forest, Pete Jive, Studebaker John, and Emma and the Dilemma.

Gather the family, connect with local makers, and experience the joyful spirit of Lilac Season in the heart of Lombard.