From outdoor markets and concerts to movies, cruise nights and exercise classes, there’s something for almost everyone at the free weekly and monthly summer events being held in and around Elgin over the next few months.

Here’s a rundown on what’s scheduled so you can plan ahead:

Dundee Township Park District

Concerts in the Park: Live music is presented from 7 to 8:30 every Tuesday from June 3 to From 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Tuesday in a rotating series of parks in Carpentersville, West Dundee, East Dundee and Sleepy Hollow. The first on June 3 will feature the Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute act Fortunate Sons in Carpenter Park, 275 Maple Ave., Carpentersville.

Family Fun Nights: Family-friendly activities will be offered 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at Huffman Park, 811 Tartans Drive, West Dundee, and 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, at Lions Park in East Dundee.

Outdoor Yoga: Yoga classes will be held from 8 to 9 a.m. Saturdays from June 7 through Aug. 23 at the Randall Oaks Park back shelter, 1180 N. Randall Road, West Dundee.

For more information, go to www.dtpd.org/calendar.

East Dundee

Depot Market: The market is held from 9 a.m. to noon every Saturday through Oct. 25 outside The Depot, 319 N. River St. For more information, go to eastdundee.net/things_to_do/the_depot.php.

Thirsty Thursday: Live music is presented from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursdays May 22, June 26, July 24 and Aug. 28 outside The Depot. The first concert will feature the Gooroos and food and drink will be sold by village vendors. For more information, go to eastdundee.net/things_to_do/village_community_events/thirsty_thursday.php.

Wine Down Wednesday: Live music is presented from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays June 11, July 9 and Aug.13 at The Depot. The first concert feature the funk and soul sounds of Horizon. For more information, go to eastdundee.net/things_to_do/village_community_events/wine_down_wednesday.php.

Motor Monday Cruise Night: Midwest Racing Preservation Association holds a monthly car show from 5 p.m. to dusk on Mondays June 16, July 21, Aug. 18 and Sept. 15 in downtown East Dundee. For more information, go to eastdundee.net/things_to_do/village_community_events/motor_monday.php.

Elgin

Downtown Elgin Market: The market, featuring a wide selection of produce, baked goods and other foods, plants and other items, is open from 3 to 7 p.m. every Friday from May 23 through Oct. 10 along downtown Riverside Drive in downtown. (Once a month, the market is extended to 8 p.m.) For more information, go to www.downtownelgin.com/market.

Concerts in the Park: Live music is presented from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Friday from June 5 through Aug. 14 at locations that alternate between the Wing Park Bandshell, 1010 Wing St., and the Lords Park Pavilion, 100 Oakwood Blvd. The June 5 concert will be at Wing Park and features the Aurora American Legion Band playing patriotic music. For more information, go to elginil.gov/1776/Summer-Concerts-in-the-Park.

Movies in the Park: Screenings start at dusk every Friday from June 6 through Aug. 15 at a rotating series of parks, including Festival, Meier, Wing, Mulberry Grove, Century Oaks, Lords Park and Marie Grolich. The first film on June 6 will be “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave. For more information, go to elginil.gov/1775/Summer-Movies-in-the-Park.

Movies on the Lawn: Screenings start at dusk on Saturdays June 11, July 19 and Aug. 16 outside The Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way. The June 21 movie will be “Dirty Dancing.” For more information, go to elginil.gov/2620/Movies-on-the-Lawn.

South Elgin

Concerts in the Park: Live music will be presented from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday from May 28 through Sept. 10 at Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St. The first concert of the season will feature classic rock tribute band Arra. Food trucks will be on site.

Lunchtime Concerts: Live music will be presented from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays May 29, June 5, Sept. 4 and Sept. 11 at Panton Mill Park. The first concert of the year is Billy Elton, a tribute band that plays Elton John and Billy Joel songs.

Movie Nights: Family films will be screened at dusk on Fridays June 20, July 11 and Aug. 8 and on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Panton Mill Park. The first movie of the season will be “Moana 2.” Concessions will be available.

Cruise Nights: Cars will be on display from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays June 17, July 15 and Aug. 19 at Panton Mill Park. Food trucks and Dairy Queen will be on site.

Zumba: Classes are held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays June 10, July 8 and Aug.12 on at the Panton Mill Park stage.

For more information, go to www.flipsnack.com/southelgin/south-elgin-program-events-guide-summer-2025/full-view.html.

West Dundee

French Market: Run by Bensidoun USA, the market makes its debut May 23 and will be held 4 to 8 p.m. every Friday through Aug. 22 outside the Pump House, 98 Oregon Ave. For more information, go to bensidounusa.com/elmhurst/west-dundee-pump-house-market.html.

Finally Friday: Live music will presented from 6 to 8 p.m. on Fridays May 30, June 27, July 25 and Aug. 22 outside the Pump House. The first concert will feature Chicago-area rock band Local Motive. For more information, go to www.wdundee.org/calendar.php?view=day&month=05&day=30&year=2025&calendar=&id=115.

Mike Danahey is a freelance reporter for The Courier-News.