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Festival and Fair Happenings in the Naperville Area

August 4, 2023 thru August 5, 2023

By Mary Anne Plauda, Publisher Macaroni Kid Naperville August 2, 2023





Destination Asia Festival

August 4, 2023 - August 6, 2023

Morton Arboretum

4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle, IL 60532

Bring your family and friends to be transported across the globe as you explore the beautiful cultures and traditions of Asia. Taste delicious food from local vendors, experience new music, and take in traditional dances and performances that pay homage to this part of the world. This family-friendly weekend will be the cultural event of the summer!
Your ticket purchase helps support the Arboretum’s mission to plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world.






Festa Italiana

Friday, August 4, 2023 -5 PM - 10 PM

Saturday, August 5, 2023 - 12 PM - 10 PM

Sunday, August 6, 2023 - 12 PM - 8 PM

Naper Settlement, 523 S Webster Street, Naperville, IL 60540

Festa Italiana returns to Naperville this Summer season! It’s time to channel your inner Italian and celebrate the music, food, culture, and spirit of Italy. Come with an empty belly and join our meatball eating contest or sip on your favorite vino at our Tuscan-inspired wine bar. You’ll enjoy the sights and sounds of Italy by day and rock out with us into the night. Come fly with us at the Flamingo Lounge located in Festa Italiana 2023! The music will have you flying to the moon, Las Vegas, and the Italian Canal all in one fun-filled weekend. Enjoy live music each night of Festa Italiana 2023 under the stars, browse our premium vendors, and make memories with the whole family in our carnival kid’s area! You won’t miss it, just follow the Pink Flamingos! Ciao! Benefits the Amici Club.

For more information and tickets, please visit the Festa Italiana website.






Naperville Halal Fest

August 5, 2023, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Frontier Park, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive Naperville, IL 60564

The Naperville Halal Fest is a celebration of Muslim culture and community, through Performing Arts, Food, and Cultural Exhibits, set to take place on August 5th, 2023, at Frontier Park. We aim to showcase the diverse arts and cultures of Muslims from around the world and here in North America. This event will showcase the vibrant and diverse Muslim lifestyles of the Naperville and Greater Chicagoland area, representing cultures from around the world. Attendees will have the opportunity to indulge in a rich array of experiences, including food, traditional attire, arts, culture, and more.





3rd Annual Naperville Children's Business Fair

August 5, 2023, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Naperville Central High School

440 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL 60540

This event, organized by local high school students, features a unique opportunity for children ages 5-14 to test the waters of entrepreneurship - through starting their own businesses and selling products and services at our one-day, farmers market-type event.

Our past two fairs have been a huge success, inspiring 200+ kidpreneurs and 150 businesses over two years.

For our 2023 event, come support 150+ kidpreneurs for this year's fair on Saturday, August 5th, from 10 am-12 pm at the front of Naperville Central High School!






Summer Daze

August 4, 2023-August 5, 2023

Warrenville City Hall Complex –  28W701 Stafford Place

Enjoy live music, beer & wine, delicious food, business booths, and fun for the entire family.

*On-site seating will be limited. We recommend bringing your own lawn chairs, etc.