• June 2,3 and 4, 2017
• Name of location
  HARVARD, IL

The annual festivities celebrate the dairy industry through a variety of events that include a milk drinking contest open to participants aged eight and up. Spectators enjoy a two-hour parade, a carnival, fun races and other contests in addition to fireworks, animal exhibitions and live entertainment.

• June 9-11, 2017
• Name of location
  CHICAGO, IL

Nestled between the city skyscrapers and the shores of Lake Michigan, Grant Park provides the setting for the largest Blues festivals on the planet. Taking place the first week of June every year, the free event provides fans with the chance to see and hear numerous performers.

• June 8-11, 2017
• Name of location
  METROPOLIS, IL

Though established well before the creation of the "Man of Steel, the community happily commemorates the super hero the first weekend in June with a variety of fun-filled events. Metropolis hosts a Superman museum, a comic book art gallery along with a carnival, fun runs, auto exhibits and races along with live entertainment.

• June 10 and 11, 2017
• Name of location
  CHICAGO, IL

Chosen by professional curators, over 250 artists participate in this annual June weekend event in the historic district of Old Town. Works consist of every medium available and the festival represents one of the largest in the country. The fair also includes a tour of approximately 50 local gardens. A children's corner provides the chance for youngsters to channel their inner artist and a food court provides refreshments.

• June 17-18, 2017
• Name of location
  WHEATON, IL

Dozens of hand chosen artists display their works on a mid June weekend amongst the fragrant surroundings of Cantigny Park. Exhibits cover everything from graffiti to classical art in addition to live demonstrations. The site represents the historic home of former Chicago Tribune editor Colonel Robert R. McCormick. The property additionally offers tours of the home, museum and gardens.

• June 17th & 18th, 2017
• Name of location
  ANTIOCH, IL

The annual mid June event combines an antiques and collectibles fair, an arts and crafts fair and a flea market. Crafters from around the planet display creations in dozens of booths. There is something for everyone at this event that also features food vendors and a decent selection of children's activities.