HEParks is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment. Modified Skate Time provides an altered environment which is time without music and less crowds for children and adults. This time is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Skaters may skate on rink for rest of public skate if they wish. Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment…

Public Skate! Enjoy time on the ice with your friends & family! Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted (assuming space is available) for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment line upon arrival!

Mary Macaroni takes kids on a magical journey filled with music. My instrument “petting zoo” will introduce children to various musical tools and expose them to the beauty of songs and symphonies. Free entry at 5:30pm

Bring your little one to Willow Park for a story and some fun in the sun!

Wild Daisy is an energetic, dynamic, female-owned female & male-fronted country band that plays a blend of current and classic country, and pop and rock favorites. With three lead singers, the audience hears a variety of styles. Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies from rock, pop, soul, big band, country and more! The venue provides a Ravinia-like…

HEParks is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment. Modified Skate Time provides an altered environment which is time without music and less crowds for children and adults. This time is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Skaters may skate on rink for rest of public skate if they wish. Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment…

Public Skate! Enjoy time on the ice with your friends & family! Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted (assuming space is available) for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment line upon arrival!

Award winning ARRA is one of the best and largest drawing classic rock tribute bands in the Chicagoland area and has been for the past three decades! They perform the biggest hits by the biggest bands of all time!   Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies from rock, pop, soul, big band, country and more! The venue…

For close to two decades, Marty "Big Dog" Mercer's heartfelt, southpaw Blues and soulful voice have growled through the Midwest music scene and abroad.  Mercer's ability to combine emotional lyrics that tell stories of life and his aggressive guitar style and slide guitar abilities make him an artist unlike any other. Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies…

HEParks is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment. Modified Skate Time provides an altered environment which is time without music and less crowds for children and adults. This time is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Skaters may skate on rink for rest of public skate if they wish. Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment…

Public Skate! Enjoy time on the ice with your friends & family! Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted (assuming space is available) for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment line upon arrival!

José Valdes & the Mambo All-Stars perform exciting high-energy music from Latin America including Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia, ChaCha, and of course Mambo and Latin Jazz. They are much more than a salsa band, they are an international orchestra featuring the music of Celia Cruz, Selena, Tito Puente, Grupo Aventura, and many more! Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The…

On July 15, ditch your electronic devices and "unplug" to enjoy outdoor fun with HEParks! Ninja course races, sensory activities by Village Health and Human Services Ben and the Tatar Tots children's entertainer Bubble show! Free activities, entertainment, and more!

Bring your own Picnic

  What happens when classical meets rock?Classical Blast! Classical Blast is dedicated to bringing the classical arts to mainstream rock and pop music. They’re classically trained musicians who love to rock, and rock musicians who love all kinds of music, believing that music has no boundaries.  You'll hear Beethoven, The Beatles, Mozart, Jimi Hindrix...and more! Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer…

HEParks is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment. Modified Skate Time provides an altered environment which is time without music and less crowds for children and adults. This time is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Skaters may skate on rink for rest of public skate if they wish. Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment…

Public Skate! Enjoy time on the ice with your friends & family! Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted (assuming space is available) for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment line upon arrival!

The StingRays play the greatest 50's, 60's, 70's Rock & Roll ever written -- authentically and passionately. Children through seniors dance, win twist contests, Conga & win trivia as the band plays hits from Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Beatles etc., complete with moves and costumes from the era. Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies from rock, pop,…

Stevie Swing is a popular Jazz Crooner, top Frank Sinatra Impersonator and Singer of Vintage Pop, Soul & Country. Sevie is known for his professional & personable style and dynamic "Vegas Vibe." Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies from rock, pop, soul, big band, country and more! The venue provides a Ravinia-like experience with a large lawn…

HEParks is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment. Modified Skate Time provides an altered environment which is time without music and less crowds for children and adults. This time is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Skaters may skate on rink for rest of public skate if they wish. Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment…

Public Skate! Enjoy time on the ice with your friends & family! Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted (assuming space is available) for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment line upon arrival!

John "Elvis" Lyons recreates the music of the concert years (also known as the Jumpsuit era) The voice, the moves, and the jumpsuits all come together in a show that will transport you back to the Elvis concerts of the 1970s! Summer Sounds on the Green brings great music to the Village Green across the street from the NOW Arena on select Thursdays during the summer months. The music varies from rock, pop, soul, big band, country and more! The…

HEParks is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment. Modified Skate Time provides an altered environment which is time without music and less crowds for children and adults. This time is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Skaters may skate on rink for rest of public skate if they wish. Rental skates available for $3. Walk-in registration accepted for $7/person. Online registration is $5. Register online to save money and skip the payment…