Get Down And Get Funky With Funk’d Up Sunday For A Free Summer Concert On The Oak Lawn Village Green

Funk'd Up gets down and funky for a retro disco dance experience Sunday, Aug. 16, for a free summer concert on the Oak Lawn Village Green.

St. Gerald Fest and Carnival 2026: What You Need To Know

St. Gerald's Fest and Carnival offers four days of fun, music, bingo, beer, rides, games and raffles, Aug. 6 through Aug. 9.

Sassy, All-Girl, Chicago Cover Band, The PriSSillas, Play 'Classy' Rock Sunday On Oak Lawn Village Green

All-girl cover band The PriSSillas play 'classy' rock Sunday, July 26, on the Oak Lawn Village Green.

Sweet Corn Arrives At Chicago Ridge Farmers Market, Open This Saturday

The Chicago Ridge Farmers Market is open Saturday, July 25, at the mall, featuring fresh produce, artisan breads, handcrafted gifts and more

Oak Lawn Teen With Type 1 Diabetes Plays For A Cure In Southside Fights For Diabetes Baseball Tournament

Forty youth teams across Chicagoland will join the Southside Fights for Diabetes Baseball Tournament July 24 thru July 26 at Hale Park.

Raiders Fest Offers Bags, Beer And Bands Saturday At Davern's Tavern In Justice

Arrrr!! The Oak Lawn Raiders SAC will host their first-ever summer fundraiser Saturday, July 18, at Davern's Tavern and Lounge in Justice.

Bridgeview Announces Rescheduled Fireworks For Friday At Commissioners Park

Bridgeview's America250 celebration has been reset for Friday, July 17, featuring fireworks, games, food trucks and more.

Chicago Ridge America250 Block Party Offers Patriotic Fun And Drone Show

Chicago Ridge's America250 block party features patriotic fun, kids activities, bands, food trucks and a drone show Saturday, July 18.

Oak Lawn Fireworks Still A Go At Richards High School For Saturday July 4th

Provided that the weather cooperates, Oak Lawn fireworkswill blast off Saturday, July 4, at Richards High School.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Oak Lawn For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Oak Lawn.

Bridgeview Plans Red, White And Blue '3rd Of July' Celebration Featuring Family Fun And Fireworks

Celebrate Independence Day at Commissioner's Park in Bridgeview, July 3, for family fun, fireworks, food trucks, the Wienermobile and more.

Oak Lawn Loves A Parade: Wiener Dogs, Adorable Kids, Hometown Heroes Mark America's 250th Birthday

Oak Lawn's Independence Day Parade was as American as mom and apple pie. Photo highlights.

Oak Lawn Ready To Celebrate America250, Parade And Rockology Chicago Set For Saturday

It wouldn't be a parade without the Oak Lawn Raiders' giant American flag. Parade and concert information for Saturday, June 27.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Oak Lawn

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Oak Lawn.

Find Your Summer Bliss At Chicago Ridge Farmers Market, Open Select Saturdays

The farmers market will be open Saturday, June 20, and other select Saturdays through October, at the Chicago Ridge Mall.

Oak Lawn Pools And Splash Pads Open For 2026 Season: What You Need To Know

Oak Lawn Park District pools will be open through Aug. 16, offering swim lessons, aquatics rentals and more.

Know Before You Go: Oak Lawn Independence Day Parade And Post-Parade Concert

The Oak Lawn Independence Day Parade steps off at a new time Saturday, June 27, down 95th Street, followed by a free concert.

Know Before You Go: St. Catherine Carnival Kicks Off Wednesday Through Sunday

The St. Catherine of Alexandria Carnival runs June 3 to June 7, featuring rides, games, raffles, bands and a beer garden in Oak Lawn.

Oak Lawn, Hometown Remember Fallen War Heroes With Memorial Day Ceremonies

Take a moment out of your holiday weekend to honor the fallen at Oak Lawn and Hometown Memorial Day ceremonies on May 25.

Illinois 2026 Summer Festival Guide

From live music and food fests to craft beer and fireworks, there's no shortage of entertainment to be had this summer.

Where To Go For Easter Bunch In Oak Lawn 2026

See which restaurants are serving up Easter brunch in the Oak Lawn area.

South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2026 -- Updated!

Check out Patch's list of fish fry events happening on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs for the 2026 Lenten season.

Oak Lawn Raiders SAC Celebrate 50th Winter Picnic Sunday At Homestead Barr

Libations, barbecue, music and raffles are on tap at the Oak Lawn Raiders SAC's 50th Winter Picnic, 'Snow Much Fun,' Feb. 15 at Homestead.

New Year's Eve 2025 In Oak Lawn: Noon Year's Eve At The OL Pavilion, Clancy's, Reilly's Daughter

There are plenty of parties, shows and family events planned near Oak Lawn to help you ring in 2026.

Santa And Mrs. Claus Put Some Sparkle In Preemies' First Christmas At Advocate Children's Hospital-Oak Lawn

Santa and Mrs. Claus bring holiday magic to babies spending their first Christmas in the NICU at Advocate Children's Hospital in Oak Lawn.

Time Antique Emporium Gets Best Of 2025 Nod

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Shoppers 'Journey Through Time' At This Local Antique Store: Best Of 2025

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter.

Server At Oak Lawn Restaurant Receives $1,800 Tip, Part Of Holiday Tradition

That act of kindness, she said, couldn't have come at a better time. Every year, they choose a different restaurant.

Celebrate Mexican Christmas Customs Saturday At Chicago Ridge Mall Posada

The holiday posada combines U.S. and Mexican Christmas customs Saturday, Dec. 13, featuring kids activities, music, tamales and more.

Everyone Is Welcome To The Manger Saturday At Mt. Zion Lutheran Church Living Nativity

Everyone is welcome to the manger at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church's living Nativity featuring live animals, Saturday, Dec. 13, in Oak Lawn.

Oak Lawn Firefighters Collecting New, Unwrapped Toys And Gift Cards for Advocate Children's Hospital

Drop off new, unwrapped toys or gift cards at any Oak Lawn firehouse through Dec. 10. Toys will be distributed at Advocate Children's.

Lake Shore Park Will Glow Friday For Oak Lawn Park District Light Stroll

The family event features hot chocolate, kids activities, festive lights and a special Christmas story Friday, Dec. 5, at Lake Shore Park.

Better Not Pout Because Santa Is Coming To Oak Lawn Village Green For Visits With Kids And Tree Lighting

Frolic with your fave holiday characters and tell your Christmas wishes to Jolly Old St. Nick, Saturday, DEC. 6, on Oak Lawn Village Green.

These Oak Lawn Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day 2025

A number of national chains, and some local restaurants, are open on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27.

13 Spooky Houses To Stop By On Halloween Entered In The Village Of Oak Lawn House Decorating Contest

Stop by Yard of the Dead, 10920 S. Keeler Ave. and 13 other houses all entered in Oak Lawn's Halloween house decorating contest.

Village of Oak Lawn, Hometown Set 2025 Trick Or Treating Hours

Residents are asked to leave their porch light on if they plan to participate.

Join The Playful Witches For 'Ghouls Just Want To Have Fun' Craft/Vendor Show Sunday At The Oak Lawn Pavilion

Join the witches for a magical shopping experience at Ghouls Just Want To Have Fun' craft and vendor show, Oct. 26, at the Oak Lawn Pavilion

Community Food Drive And Day Of Dead Celebration Planned Saturday At Chicago Ridge Mall

One non-perishable food item gets you into Chicago Ridge Mall's ultimate 'Day of the Dead' party, Oct. 25, featuring crafts and snacks.

Fill Up Your Plastic Jack-O-Lantern At These Area Trunk or Treat Events

There are plenty of opportunities for kids to get in some extra treat collecting at these area trunk-or- treat events before Halloween.

Patch's Best 2025 Halloween Yard Haunts: Cook County

Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Cook County.

South Suburban Fish Fry Roundup for Lent 2024

Check Patch's list of fish fry events happening on Chicago's South Side and south suburbs for the 2024 Lenten season.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.