A fruitful June in the Chicago Southland

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June in the Chicago Southland!

The Chicago Southland is ripe with fun to enjoy this June! Visit the brand new SoHo Shops at Town Center; check out our Shrine of Christ's Passion blog; enjoy a local farmers' market; recognize Juneteenth; learn about Party in the Park on the Chicago Southland Podcast; get a FREE copy of our new Spring-Summer Festivals & Events Guide, and find some upcoming events.

Races return to the Chicagoland Speedway

The wait is over! NASCAR returns to Chicagoland Speedway July 3-5, 2026 for an unforgettable weekend celebrating America’s 250th birthday. Single day and weekend tickets, camping and hospitality options now available. Save 10% - buy soon, tickets and camping are moving fast.

SoHo Shops grand opening

Just last week, SoHo Shops at Town Center in South Holland hosted their grand opening! SoHo Shops at Town Center is a seasonal retail space with 10 vendors for you to explore. Shop for handbags, skincare products, wrapping paper, barbecue, pickles, sweet treats and more! With plans to host events all season and nearby food trucks, SoHo Shops is a must see. Come check it out and get your shopping on!

Reflect, meditate and celebrate at the Shrine of Christ's Passion

Located just over the border into Indiana, the 30-acre site of the Shrine of Christ’s Passion was a vision of Frank and Shirley Schilling that took about seven years and millions of dollars to complete. Construction first began 25 years ago. It opened in 2008 and their dream of bringing in visitors to experience this visual telling of the story of the final days of Jesus Christ’s life on earth was realized and the site has continued to grow. Learn all about it in our blog before making your visit!

Fresh finds at farmers markets

Summer is the season for farmers markets, where you can find fresh fruits, vegetables and more from local vendors. Check out these markets all summer long.

Mondays - Crete

Tuesdays - Fox Pointe in Lansing

Wednesdays - Palos Heights

Last Thursday of Each Month - Peotone

Fridays - Hickory Hills

Saturdays - Homewood

Every Other Saturday - Chicago Ridge Mall

Various Saturdays - Beecher

Sundays - Frankfort

Celebrate Juneteenth

June 19th, or Juneteenth, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States of America in 1865. You can participate and celebrate at one of these community events.

The Phoenix Public Library will be sponsoring its annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 6th, with food, fun and entertainment.

From June 18th-19th, head out to Voices of Victory & Juneteenth Celebration in University Park for a two-day event featuring uplifting gospel music, delicious food trucks, community, culture and more!

On June 19th, you can attend celebrations at Fox Pointe in Lansing, A.F. Hill Park in Lockport, Village Hall in Matteson and Firemen's Park in Monee.

There is also the Juneteenth Jubilee at Sand Ridge Nature Center and the Juneteenth Celebrations at Veterans Memorial Park in South Holland and John D Rita Recreation Center in Blue Island, all on June 20th.

Chicago Southland Podcast

On this month's episode of Chicago Southland Podcast: Where Boring Doesn't Exist, we’re talking Party in the Park - the Village of Orland Hills’ premiere annual festival, featuring live music, exciting events, dazzling fireworks, great food and fun for the whole family. Learn all about Party in the Park before attending on June 26th!

Festivals & Events Guide

Experts at adventure, Visit Chicago Southland invites you to experience all the jubilation within the region. For your convenience, it's laid out perfectly in our Festivals & Events Guide! Chicago Southland festivals and events provide you with around 500 opportunities to engage in the region's traditions and culture, all while being entertained! And look out for the American Flag symbol to signify an American 250th event! You can order your FREE Festivals & Events Guide today.

America 250

In 2026, as our nation honors 250 years of independence, the Chicago Southland invites you to join in the celebration. Discover places where history whispers through every landmark, where community pride shines bright and where every flavor tells a story. From lively festivals and scenic trails to timeless traditions shared around the table, the Southland is where the past inspires the future—and every visit feels like coming home. Check out our website for information on all things America 250.