Illinois Weekend Events: Mini Cooper Racing, Concerts, Comedy

CHICAGO, IL — Careful, temperatures in Chicago this weekend could feel as hot as 100 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. For some, that might be nothing some shades and a big hat can't fix. For others, the air conditioning will never be out of sight. Whichever you are, Patch has the perfect calendar roundup for those who want to soak up every drop of afternoon sun, and those who'll only venture out at dusk.

Some are free. Some have a fee. Check out our listings:

Hot N' Sunny:

• Saturday: Mini Cooper Racing: Wheaton
• Saturday: Farmer's Market: Tinley Park
• Saturday: Comedian Zako Ryan: Naperville
• Sunday: Tiny N' Tall 5K In The Park: St. Charles
• Saturday: Volunteer Nature Clean-Up: Northbrook
• Saturday: Outdoor Summer Art Fair: Glenview
• Sunday: Concert On The Green: Frankfort
• Saturday: Explore Midewin Prairie: Joliet
• Sunday: Italian Unity Day: Chicago
• Saturday: Crystal Lake Farmer's Market: Crystal Lake

Cool N' Shady:

• Sunday: Music In The Park: Wheaton
• Saturday: Christmas In July Party: New Lenox
• Saturday: Evanston Chamber Music: Evanston
• Sunday: Chicago Foods Tour: Plainfield
• Saturday: Stories, Music For Kids: Elmhurst
• Saturday: Demolition Derby: Joliet
• Saturday: Improv Ghost Hunters: Chicago
• Sunday: Vintage Market: Chicago North Side
• Sunday: Culver's With State Senator: Buffalo Grove
• Saturday: Local Baseball Game: Roseland

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2. Enter the date and time for when your event is happening. Your event will be on the calendar until the time of your event.
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