Friday
Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville – 11AM | $15
Riverwalk Trolley Stop – Jackson at Eagle Street Naperville, IL 60540
Learn about old Naperville, and see the new Naperville! This one hour Historic Tour of Naperville blends the past with the present, highlight’s Naperville’s growth, and includes some fun stories! Offered every Friday, departing at 11AM during June, July, and August (and special dates/times may be added between September and December). Meet at the ‘Trolley Stop’ on Jackson Ave. at Eagle Street by 10:50AM. $15 per person, all ages. Trolley is fully enclosed and will run rain or shine, no refunds. It’s a ‘must do’ while in town! DING! DING! www.napervilletrolley.com.
Naperville Ribfest – noon – 10PM | $15-$125. Kids 11 and under are free with a paying adult.
Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest – 421 W. Martin Avenue Naperville, IL 60565
The Exchange Club of Naperville will present the 29th Ribfest from noon to 10PM July 1-4 at Knoch Park in Naperville. The family festival is set to return with four days of food, fun and music, all with a purpose. Over the past 28 years, $14.5M has been donated from Ribfest proceeds to more than 50 local agencies, all working to prevent and eliminate child abuse and domestic violence. This year’s main stage headliners include 3 Doors Down on July 1, Sheryl Crow on July 2, Lee Brice on July 3 and the Gin Blossoms on July 4. The four-day festival will end with fireworks at 9:30PM on July 4. In addition to Ribs, there will be an extensive selection of food vendors, drinks and special treats. There will also be family friendly activities each day including a carnival with rides, free family area for kids including a petting zoo, inflatables, and much more! www.ribfest.net.
3 Doors Down – 6PM | $15-$125
Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest – 421 W. Martin Avenue Naperville, IL 60565
3 Doors Down will headline the Navistar Main Stage Friday, July 1. Opening acts will to be announced. The 29th Ribfest will be held July 1- 4 in Knoch Park, located just south of Naperville Central High School in Naperville. The family festival is set to return with four days of food, fun and music. Over the past 28 years, $14.5M has been donated from Ribfest proceeds to more than 50 local agencies, all working to prevent and eliminate child abuse and domestic violence. For more online ticket and event information visit www.ribfest.net.
Saturday
Round Chair Sculpture Exhibit – Free |
Downtown Naperville, IL 60540
Circle the scene to find 18 whimsical and colorful round ball chairs and golf ball chairs, painted in style, that help tell the story of Naperville and the local business community. The chairs will be on display until September. So come on down! Remember that the annual Summer Sidewalk Sales run July 7-9 in downtown, too.
Casey’s Fires Up the Grill – 11AM | Price varies with purchase.
Casey’s Foods – 124 W. Gartner Rd. Naperville, IL 60540
Caseys Foods located at Naperville Plaza will be firing up its grill every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 2PM through October, weather permitting. Choose from a variety of options, including burgers, brats, tacos or the weekly special. Its great food, at a good price, in a fun atmosphere.
Ribfest Family Fun Area – noon | $12 for Adults, Kids 11 and under are always free admission
Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest – 421 W. Martin Avenue Naperville, IL 60565
FAMILY FUN AREA BROUGHT TO YOU BY NAPERVILLE BANK & TRUST! NOON – 3PM DAILY $12 for Adults (get your hand stamped and return for the evening concerts!) Kids 11 and under are always free admission $10 Carnival Bracelet – available daily 12-3PM gets you unlimited carnival rides! Family Fun General Admission available at all gate entrances. Free and low cost activities for kids and families are provided at Ribfest! Many fun family activities are going on daily at Ribfest. Discounted carnival rides for the whole family! Discounted food! Free family area for kids including a petting zoo, inflatables, and much more! Special Events including the Chicago White Sox, Magic Shows and more! www.ribfest.net.
Sheryl Crow – 6PM | $20-$125
Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest – 421 W. Martin Avenue Naperville, IL 60565
Sheryl Crow will headline the Navistar Main Stage Saturday, July 2. Opening acts include Seventh Heaven and Sister Hazel. The 29th Ribfest will be held July 1- 4 in Knoch Park, located just south of Naperville Central High School in Naperville. The family festival is set to return with four days of food, fun and music. Over the past 28 years, $14.5M has been donated from Ribfest proceeds to more than 50 local agencies, all working to prevent and eliminate child abuse and domestic violence. For more online ticket and event information visit www.ribfest.net.
Sunday
German Church Services – 11:30AM | Free
St. John United Church of Christ – 1190 Olesen Drive Naperville, IL 60540
Church services in the German language will be held at St. John United Church of Christ at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 3. The service will be led by Pastor Dr. Egon Gerdes, and all are welcome to attend. St. John UCC is located at 1190 Olesen Drive. German services are held on the first Sunday of each month and will continue on August 7 and September 4. For more information, call (630) 355-5208.
Lee Brice – 6PM | $15-$125
Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest – 421 W. Martin Avenue Naperville, IL 60565
Lee Brice will headline the Navistar Main Stage Sunday, July 3. Opening acts include Derringer and Rye and Billy Croft. The 29th Ribfest will be held July 1- 4 in Knoch Park, located just south of Naperville Central High School in Naperville. The family festival is set to return with four days of food, fun and music. Over the past 28 years, $14.5M has been donated from Ribfest proceeds to more than 50 local agencies, all working to prevent and eliminate child abuse and domestic violence. For more online ticket and event information visit www.ribfest.net.
Monday
Happy Independence Day
Tonic, Gin Blossoms – 2PM | $15-$125
Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest – 421 W. Martin Avenue Naperville, IL 60565
Gin Blossoms, Tonic will headline the Navistar Main Stage Monday, July 4. They will be followed by local Naperville band Tres Moustache prior to the fireworks at 9:30PM. Note, the headliners will start earlier in the afternoon. The 29th Ribfest will be held July 1- 4 in Knoch Park, located just south of Naperville Central High School in Naperville. The family festival is set to return with four days of food, fun and music. Over the past 28 years, $14.5M has been donated from Ribfest proceeds to more than 50 local agencies, all working to prevent and eliminate child abuse and domestic violence. For more online ticket and event information visit www.ribfest.net.
Ribfest Fireworks – 9:30PM| Free
Naperville Exchange Club Ribfest – 421 W. Martin Avenue Naperville, IL 60565
The Exchange Club of Naperville will present the 29th Ribfest from noon to 10PM July 1-4 at Knoch Park in Naperville ending with Fireworks at 9:30PM on July 4. Admission is free, a couple hours before the fireworks begin. www.ribfest.net
