Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday through Aug. 17
Legacies: Selections from the Elmhurst Art Museum Permanent Collection. Much of EAM’s permanent collection results from the relationship between the museum and the people who previously owned the work, including artists, collectors, and their family members. The galleries will feature micro installations of paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures from several personal collections donated to the museum to consider the nature of collecting. The exhibition will be accompanied by a lively program of music, film, talks, and tours to question collecting practices, access to collections, and inspire agency for people to build collections. For prices and more information, visit https://elmhurstartmuseum.org/exhibitions
Recurring weekly from June 4 through Aug. 6
Wednesday Nights Live. Presented free by the Elmhurst City Centre, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., join your friends and family for an unforgettable evening of live music every week. Listen to live under the colorful Umbrella Sky installation. Don’t miss out on the vibrant atmosphere and the joy of music. For more information, visit https://elmhurstcitycentre.com/
Recurring on Sundays
Elmhurst Model Railroad Club Sunday open house. From 1-4 p.m. every Sunday at the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, 111 E. First St., and visit the club’s three operating model railroad layouts. For more information, call 630-530-9584 or email: emrrc@comcast.net
Sunday, May 25-Saturday, May 31
Spring Market. Presented from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. daily by Chicago Church of Christ Midpoint Ministry at Timothy Christian Schools, 188 W. Butterfield Road, this annual spring market features food vendors with an array of ethnic foods, grillers, and a yummy dessert table. Enjoy the many craft and toy vendors as well. A silent auction table displaying several packages like hotel stays, gift cards, artworks and much more. Get here early because they won’t last long. For more information, visit: www.facebook.com/events/1381922389811703
Saturday, May 31
Dan Gibbons Twilight Trot. The Dan Gibbons Twilight Trot, a 5K fun run benefiting four local Elmhurst organizations, will be held at 6:30 p.m. This exciting new event builds on the success of the long-standing Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot, with a mission to support hunger relief and basic human needs year-round. All proceeds will stay in Elmhurst, benefiting the following Elmhurst nonprofit organizations: Elmhurst Walk-In Assistance Network, the United Community Concerns Association, the Immaculate Conception Food Pantry and the Elmhurst/Yorkfield Food Pantry This inaugural Twilight Trot provides an opportunity to address hunger and basic needs halfway through the year, in advance of the Turkey Trot’s traditional Thanksgiving efforts. Registration for the Dan Gibbons Twilight Trot is open online at $35 per participant. For more information, call 630-415-2816, email: info@dangibbonsfoundation.org or visit: dangibbonstwilighttrot.org
Summer Kickoff Street Party. From 4-7 p.m. presented free by Elmhurst City Centre, the Summer Kickoff Street Party officially launches Umbrella Sky Elmhurst, and the vibrant music and art of summer in downtown Elmhurst. Join us near the City Centre Fountain Plaza for live music, adult beverages, and a stunning explosion of color overhead in Schiller Court. Come find out what it’s all about. Visit www.elmhurstcitycentre.com for more details.
Summer Reading Party. Presented by the Elmhurst Public Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., celebrate summer reading and the start of summer. Pick up summer reading logs for the whole family, check out books and have fun. Enjoy free face painting, games, crafts, and balloon creations. For more information, visit: https://elmhurstpubliclibrary.libcal.com/calendar/events
Saturday, May 31 through June 27
Elmhurst Artists Guild Summer Members Show. Presented by the Elmhurst Artists Guild and recurring daily. Must be an EAG member. For more information, visit: www.elmhurstartistsguild.org/membership/membership-show-registration-hrfzp
Saturday, May 31 through Sept. 7
Hokusai Outdoor Art Gallery. Recurring daily and presented free by the Elmhurst City Centre, in conjunction with the 2025 exhibition “Hokusai and Ukiyo-e: The Floating World,” the College of DuPage, McAninch Arts Center, and Cleve Carney Museum of Art are collaborating with the City of Elmhurst’s Public Arts Commission and Elmhurst City Centre. Take a stroll down York Street and admire the iconic images of Elmhurst landmarks, all stylized in the traditional Japanese ukiyo-e art style. Each work of art, created by local artist Rich Lo, will be displayed in eight large windows located at 107 N. York throughout the summer. For more information, visit elmhurstcitycentre.com.
Friday, June 6
Inaugural Elmhurst History Museum Concert. Presented free by the Elmhurst History Museum (120 E. Park Ave.) starting at 6:30 p.m., join the museum to celebrate the opening of its new outdoor public performance space and the 50th anniversary of the museum calling the Glos Mansion home. Enjoy a ribbon cutting and remarks from the Elmhurst History Museum team followed by a performance by musicians of the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra. BYO chairs or blanket, coolers welcome.
Saturday, June 7
Elmhurst Cycling Classic and Elmhurst Twilight Mile Run. Presented by the DuPage Cycling Foundation from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., The Elmhurst Cycling Classic and Twilight Mile are racer and fan favorites. This race laps scenic Elmhurst University near downtown Elmhurst. Residents host parties as they cheer on the racers, and the entire family can enjoy this free show of speed and strength. The start/finish arena is next to two Elmhurst Park District attractions—the Wilder Mansion and Wilder Park, which offer family fun, food, music, and refreshments in a festival atmosphere. Come watch elite bike racers all afternoon, with elite pro women and men racing at 3:30 and 5 p.m. Then cheer on the 1-mile racers as they try to set a course record … or register for the run and run it. Finally, the family fun ride is an opportunity to ride the same course with family and friends. The event has a festival-like atmosphere with music, a beer garden, and stage with announcers. Elmhurst vendors offer great food and treats at the Start/Finish Expo arena. For more information, visit www.elmhurstcyclingclassic.com
Elmhurst Art Museum
Info: 630-834-0202 or visit elmhurstartmuseum.org.