From lively summer street festivals to winters aglow with holiday lights, DuPage County offers an astounding array of year-round events and activities that will surprise and delight even the most discriminating visitor. Use this handy listing to find events that pique your interest, then come discover DuPage, the Magnificent Miles West of Chicago™.

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Dates	Event Name/Description	Location	City	Event Type
01/01/10 -  10/11/10	Brookfield Zoo's Photo Contest Grab your camera and head to Brookfield Zoo to capture a winning photo to enter in the Chicago Zoological Society’s 2010 Photo Contest. With its beautiful gardens and extensive animal collection, Brookfield Zoo provides the perfect setting to capture a winning shot. (However, pictures do not have to be taken at the zoo.) The grand prize winner will receive round-trip main cabin air transportation for two to any American Airlines/American Eagle destination in the contiguous United States, courtesy of American Airlines. Additional prizes courtesy of Fisher-Price. Entries must be 8 by 10 inches, and either color or black and white, and they must feature an animal (photos with people will not be accepted). Photos should not be framed or matted. To enter, fill out an entry form and tape it to the back of the photo (one entry per person). Forms and the official photo contest rules may be downloaded from Brookfield Zoo’s Web site, www.CZS.org/PhotoContest. Forms are also available at the zoo’s north and south information kiosks or by calling (708) 688-8351. Send entries to Brookfield Zoo, 2010 Photo Contest, 3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513. Photos may also be dropped off at the zoo’s South Gate Reception Booth. All entries must be received by Monday, October 11, 2010, 5:00 p.m. Entries will not be returned and will become the property of the Chicago Zoological Society. Judges will select one grand prize winner from all entries. In addition, a first-, second-, and third-place winner will be selected in two age categories—adult (12 and older) and child (11 and under). Photo Contest winners will be notified by phone and invited to an awards reception to take place on Saturday, October 23. Winning photos will be displayed in the zoo’s Discovery Center lobby through November.	Chicago Zoological Society -Brookfield Zoo	Brookfield	Visual Arts
01/31/10 -  12/26/10	SugarToad Sunday Steak Night Every Sunday night head to the Best Steakhouse Around for SugarToad Sunday Steak Night. With a varity of special menu items.	SugarToad at the Arista	Naperville	Other
02/01/10 -  02/01/11	1/2 Price Tuesdays Join Us Every Tuesday And Enjoy A Half-Priced Food Menu And $3 House Wine And Beer!	1/2 Price Tuesdays at Gold Class Cinemas	Bolingbrook	Other
03/04/10 -  09/08/10	Billy Graham Center Museum Exhibit: “Bound for Glory: New Work by Timothy R. Botts” New artwork by calligrapher and illustrator Timothy Botts will be on display in the Billy Graham Center Museum at Wheaton College. The exhibit titled, “Bound for Glory: New Work by Timothy Botts” is a collection of more than thirty works of art inspired by well-known African-American spirituals. The exhibit opens Thursday, March 4, and will be on display through September 8, 2010. A special artist reception will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 18, with a performance by members of the Wheaton College Gospel Choir. The museum is open 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday. There is a suggested donation of $4 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, $1 for children and $10 for family. The Billy Graham Center Museum is located at 500 College Avenue, Wheaton. The museum offers free parking and is wheelchair accessible. For more information, call 630.752.5909 or visit www.bgcmuseum.org.	Wheaton College Billy Graham Center	Wheaton	Visual Arts
04/01/10 -  10/31/10	Acorn Express at The Morton Arboretum See beautiful gardens, woodlands, wetlands and prairies in a tram tour. This 50-minute tour aboard the open-air Acorn Express explains the rich Arboretum history, and describes the trees and plants you’ll see. There’s also an opportunity to see lovely wildlife in a native habitat. Tickets are $6 for adults, $5 for those aged 2-17; Arboretum member discounts are available. Call 630-968-0074 for times. Daily April through October, (weather permitting)	The Morton Arboretum	Lisle	Sports/Recreation
04/09/10 -  01/31/11	Steelroots: Tobin at The Morton Arboretum It’s fine art that visitors are encouraged to touch! “Steelroots: Tobin at The Morton Arboretum,” are 14 monumental sculptures – up to 40 feet high – from the influential, contemporary artist, Steve Tobin. His soaring, abstract tree root sculptures seem to burst forth from the earth where they can be seen, to connect visitors with the importance of trees in our environment as well as the metaphorical power of roots. The artist’s work allows all to see nature in a new way. All ages, Conifer Collection Area. April 9–January 31, 2011: 7 a.m. to sunset	The Morton Arboretum	Lisle	Visual Arts
05/04/10 -  09/05/10	Special Exhibit: "The Rock Cafe" Chicago area lapidary hobbyist, Sylvia Josefeck collected rocks and minerals that resembled food and created the Rock Cafe, featuring 3 balanced meals made of stone. Warning: Eating rocks will lead to broken teeth!	Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art	Elmhurst	Visual Arts
06/02/10 -  07/30/10	Neat and Tidy Victorian Home Tour The Victorian Cottage Museum has its rooms ready for summer cleaning in June and July. The “tidy” Cottage will host a Victorian Cleaning tour that will feature the methods, techniques, and products of a “neat and tidy” Victorian household. Visitors to the Cottage will learn how to polish silver, wash lace curtains properly, clean Victorian carpets, and how to remove dust without a vacuum! The tours are Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00pm. The suggested donation to the museum is $2 per person.	Lombard Historical Society- Victorian Cottage	Lombard	Other
06/02/10 -  09/01/10	Cool Cars Under the Stars Wednesday nights head to Elmhurst City Centre for Cool Cars Under the Stars. Every week is a different theme - including Oldies Night, Ford, Military and so much more. New this year - motorcycle nights!	Elmhurst City Centre	Elmhurst	Seasonal
06/02/10 -  09/29/10	Classic Car Show	The Promenade Bolingbrook	Bolingbrook	Seasonal
06/03/10 -  08/01/10	Sugar A musical comedy based on the movie Some Like It Hot, "Sugar" blasts us back to the Prohibition Era and The Great Depression. Seldom seen, this show will deliver outrageous comedy and fantastic Broadway tunes for a night of laughs and great music.	Drury Lane Theatre	Oakbrook Terrace	Performing Arts
06/03/10 -  08/07/10	Deborah Boardman Deborah Boardman's work builds on small, intimate moments of hand-recorded daily observations. Documenting both environment and history in a painterly amalgam of representation and abstraction, her installations encompass painting, animation, performance and sculpture Gallery Hours Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday evening 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.	Gahlberg Gallery at McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage	Glen Ellyn	Visual Arts
06/03/10 -  08/26/10	Westmont Cruisin' Nights This year's Westmont Cruisin' Nights promises to be better than ever with live music, free raffle give-aways, live bands, DJs, radio station promotions, kid's entertainment, weekly People's Choice Award, nightly car parade, limited edition commemorative event magnets, beanbag tournaments and even an appearance by WLUP's new Loop Rock Girl Leah. Each week will feature a car model, but all classic car owners and guests are invited to come out and sign-up for free raffles! Don't miss out!	Downtown Westmont	Westmont	Seasonal
06/05/10 -  08/28/10	Lombard Cruise Nights Lombard Cruise Nights is a free, fun, family event that occurs almost every Saturday in the summer in downtown Lombard. From Main Street west to Elizabeth along St. Charles Road, cruise cars join in the event, now in its 12th season.	Downtown Lombard	Lombard	Other
06/09/10 -  10/06/10	Yorktown Farmer's Market Join us on Wednesdays, 3pm-6pm, starting June 9 and continuing until October 6 outside on The Shops on Butterfield. A wide variety of vendors will be on hand featuring fresh fruit and vegetables, breads, muffins, scones, olive oil, farm fresh cheese and milk, chocolates, fresh cut flowers and herbs, pasture raised antibiotic free pork and more. Attendees can also partake in weekly activities hosted by organizations such as the DuPage Children's Museum and more! Each week a Yorktown restaurant will sponsor the event and offer food and beverage samples.	The Shops on Butterfield/Yorktown Center	Lombard	Seasonal
06/10/10 -  08/12/10	Wheaton Municipal Band concerts Join the Wheaton Municipal Band as it celebrates its 81st season of summer concerts for the community. Each Thursday night, June 10 through Aug. 12, the Wheaton Municipal Band will perform concerts at 8 p.m. (7:30 on 6/24) at the Memorial Park Band Shell (located at Wheaton and Karlskoga avenues near City Hall). For information, visit www.wheatonmunicipalband.org.	Memorial Park	Wheaton	Performing Arts
06/11/10 -  08/27/10	Naperville Park District's Rollin' on the River, a live concert series Rollin’ on the River is a live, summer-long concert series running from June 11 through August 27 that entertains Riverwalk patrons Friday evenings at the Riverwalk Pavilion at Jackson Avenue and Webster Street. No performance July 2.	Riverwalk	Naperville	Performing Arts
06/12/10 -  10/16/10	Farmers Market Enjoy fresh produce, entertainment and more - rain or shine!	The Promenade Bolingbrook	Bolingbrook	Seasonal
06/13/10 -  08/29/10	Summer at the Settlement/Settlement Sundays Naper Settlement is celebrating summer! Each week, the Settlement will feature unique and fun activities for all ages, including hands-on activities, entertainment, games, stories, demonstrations and presentations by special guests. Check our Web site for a complete list of activities. During Settlement Sundays, Naper Settlement is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Make your own do-it-yourself ice cream sundae from 2 to 3:30 p.m. (with the exception of July 11). Enjoy family time in the village during the lazy, hazy days of summer. Free sundaes are included with admission.	Naper Settlement	Naperville	Seasonal
06/15/10 -  09/12/10	The Magical History Tour Discover the history and mystery of magic through this new all-ages exhibit featuring many fascinating artifacts and interactive, multi-media experiences. Explore the different types of magic and learn about Chicago’s magical legacy. Find out about the legendary magicians who developed this amazing performance art, including Elmhurst resident Harlan Tarbell, Blackstone, the Great Houdini, and more.	Elmhurst Historical Museum	Elmhurst	Other
06/24/10 -  08/12/10	Main Street Live Concert Series Every Thursday night dance like nobody's watchin' at The Promenade Bolingbrook. Peruse the many shops while enjoying the sounds of a differenent band every week.	The Promenade Bolingbrook	Bolingbrook	Performing Arts
06/29/10 -  09/06/10	Unlimited Ride s& Attractions Pass UNLIMITED Rides & Attractions - only $19.95/gst. at DuPage's Premier Family Fun Complex. Unlimited Go Karts, Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, Bumper Cars, Kid's Quest playland, The More You Play, The More You Save! $38 Value! Mon - Fri after 4PM;	Enchanted Castle Rest. & Entertainment Complex l	Lombard	Seasonal
06/29/10 -  09/09/10	Moonlight Savings Feast Large 16" one-topping pizza and soft drinks(Beer or wine extra) and $25 in Tokens(100)for just $29.95 plus tax. $45 Value!	Enchanted Castle Rest. & Entertainment Complex	Lombard	Seasonal
06/30/10 -  08/30/10	Gallery Exhibit by Cheryl Mahowald Solo Exhibition: June 30 – August 30, 2010 Opening Reception on Friday, July 9th @ 6 pm – 9 pm: FREE The Bourbon Street Gallery at Pheasant Run Resort will present an exhibition of mixed media artwork with handmade paper by Cheryl Mahowald. Drawn to the sensory aspect and ‘zen-like’ quality of making paper by hand, Cheryl turned her passion for papermaking into artwork and hand bookbinding. Cheryl received a B.A. from Iowa State University and is currently a faculty member at The Fine Line Creative Arts Center, located in St. Charles, IL and the DuPage Art League in Wheaton, IL. The Bourbon Street Gallery is located above Pheasant Run Resort's Bourbon Street.	Pheasant Run Resort	St. Charles	Other
07/07/10 -  08/08/10	Twelfth Night East meets West in First Folio's production of Twelfth Night. Set during the British Raj, Michael Goldberg's production combines the beauty of 19th C. India with the glorious elegance of Shakespeare's most romantic comedy. With a multi-ethinic cast and a score by British composer Henry Marsh, this promises to be a thrilling ride through an exotic and wondrous land.	Mayslake Peabody Estate Forest Preserve	Oak Brook	Performing Arts
07/10/10 -  07/31/10	Robin Hood Theatre-Hike Join Robin and his men as they battle the evil Sheriff of Nottingham in July's Theatre- Hike, "Robin Hood!" Cheer on Friar Tuck, Little John and of course, the notorious outlaw himself, Robin of Locksley as he fights to keep order in the land while the good King Richard is away. Each scene of the play is presented during stops in a hike. Regular Theatre-Hikes are on Saturdays and a low-impact hike, suitable for walkers, strollers and wheelchairs, is available on Sundays. Tickets are $13-$19. All ages, Visitor Center. July 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 31: 1 - 3:30 p.m.	The Morton Arboretum	Lisle	Performing Arts
07/16/10 -  09/18/10	Photography Exhibition From beginning photographers to the seasoned professionals, members of the Mayslake Nature Study & Photography Club have travelled around the world made use of their own backyards to capture the beauty that surrounds us. Come and see it through their eyes!	Mayslake Peabody Estate	Oak Brook	Visual Arts
07/29/10	Music in the Park Outdoor Concert Series Music in the Park: Thursdays-7:00pm Music the entire family will love. Experience the music in a beautiful forest setting! Each week features a new band with music for all to enjoy. FREE Rain or Shine! In case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved into the Family Recreation Center gym. July 29 Alan Gresik Swing Shift Orchestra www.stitely.com The Swing Shift Orchestra specializes in unique vintage arrangements of the big band era. This tour de force tears it up on stage, performing swing standards in an old-time radio show format, complete with an emcee and actors doing era commercials. Come for the swinging music of the 30’s and 40’s!	Oak Brook Park District Central Park	Oak Brook	Performing Arts
07/29/10	Nite on the Town Free Concert Series: Petty Cash Band Enjoy the sounds of the season outside The Shops on Butterfield at Yorktown Center. Relax with the sounds of the ultimate Tom Petty/Johnny Cash cover band.	Yorktown Center/The Shops on Butterfield	Lombard	Performing Arts
07/30/10	Brookfield Zoo's Wild Wild Nights—“What’s Poetry Got to Do With It?” The Language of Conservation Prose for polar bears? Haikus for hippos? The Language of Conservation is being spoken at Brookfield Zoo. Join guest host Chicago poet C.J. Laity for an evening of tapas, wine, and poetry at the zoo’s new Great Bear Wilderness. Immerse yourself in the many creative ways poetry can reach people’s hearts and explore The Language of Conservation with a poet or two. This unique dining experience begins at 6:30 p.m. and includes a tour of the poetry found throughout the exhibit. For further information, including pricing and to make reservations, visit www.CZS.org or call (708) 688-8355.	Chicago Zoological Society -Brookfield Zoo	Brookfield	Other