Events for August 2026
- Events for August 2026
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Christmas in July Presale Who says Christmas has to wait? For one magical week, Christmas arrives a little early at Cantigny. Celebrate Christmas in July with exclusive early access to
See how the game was played over 100 years ago! Players follow 1850s rules and regulations.



History Hike Visitors Center Sunday, July 26, 2pm Free registration required for tour. Cantigny has a parking fee. Have you ever wondered why Cantigny exists? What is the First Division
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).






Musically diverse performers honor the roots of American music. Enjoy a summer Sunday with food, drinks, and entertainment.


Rediscover the Revolution as a world war that unleashed chaos, opportunity, and transformation across six continents.


Learn about military rockets, experiment with basic principles of rocketry, and launch different types of model rockets.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


See how dogs have supported soldiers on missions over time! Discover the roles of these four-legged heroes and try our hands-on activity.





First Division Museum Guided Tour Friday, July 31, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).



An authentic movement in film that affords one the ability to tell their story in hopes of entertaining, imparting, and awakening a boundary push for social change in the world.





First Division Museum Guided Tour Saturday, August 1, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry


Sounds of Summer Concert Series West Suburban Symphony Orchestra Tank Park August 1, 7 - 9 pm SOUNDTRACKS Maestro Peter Lipari leads the orchestra in an evening of memorable music



An authentic movement in film that affords one the ability to tell their story in hopes of entertaining, imparting, and awakening a boundary push for social change in the world.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).






Musically diverse performers honor the roots of American music. Enjoy a summer Sunday with food, drinks, and entertainment.






Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.


Explore uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the missions our branches of the armed services can accomplish.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).



A rare 60-minute tour guided by the director of the McCormick House
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).



Pacific Pour North Scallop Garden Thursday, August 6, 6 pm $75 per person inclusive of tax and service fee Includes two cocktails and small bites Sips Around the States Travel


See how helmets evolved to keep soldiers safe! Match them to different wars and try our hands-on game.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).



Over 50,000 square feet of inflatable attractions brings music, laughter and unforgettable fun to Cantigny!


Sounds of Summer Concert Series Hairbangers Ball Tank Park August 8, 7 - 9 pm Hairbanger’s Ball was established out of Chicago in 2001. What started off as a “What



Over 50,000 square feet of inflatable attractions brings music, laughter and unforgettable fun to Cantigny!
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).






Musically diverse performers honor the roots of American music. Enjoy a summer Sunday with food, drinks, and entertainment.






Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.


Explore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a World War II soldier.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


Bike Tour of the Gardens Wednesday, August 12, 6:30 – 7:30pm Meet your guide in front of the Visitors Center $15 Bob Carr, greenhouse grower at Cantigny, will lead a


Accessible Birding Visitors Center Thursday, August 13, 8 am Accessible Birding events at Cantigny aim to make a fun activity available to all. Ideal for those with limited mobility, the outing
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


Explore the remarkable 250-year history of one of the nation’s oldest Army units



History Hike Visitors Center Friday, August 14, 10 am Free registration required for tour. Cantigny has a parking fee. Have you ever wondered why Cantigny exists? What is the First
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


Sounds of Summer Concert Series Fletcher Rockwell Tank Park August 15, 7 - 9 pm With classic Americana-tinged rock & roll steeped in the blue-collar charm of their hometown, Chicago’s


See how the game was played over 100 years ago! Players follow 1850s rules and regulations.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).






Musically diverse performers honor the roots of American music. Enjoy a summer Sunday with food, drinks, and entertainment.






Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


Enjoy a themed, multi-course dining experience with drink pairings





First Division Museum Guided Tour Friday, August 21, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


Greenhouse Tour Friday August 21, 6 pm Meeting Point: Greenhouse Parking Lot (Directions will be provided via email 24 hours prior to the event) $25 (includes one canned or bottled





First Division Museum Guided Tour Saturday, August 22, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry
Sounds of Summer Concert Series Burning Red - Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift Tank Park August 22, 7 - 9 pm Are you Ready for It? Join Burning Red: An



See how the game was played over 100 years ago! Players follow 1850s rules and regulations.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).






Musically diverse performers honor the roots of American music. Enjoy a summer Sunday with food, drinks, and entertainment.






Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.


Join library staff for National Aviation Day — stories to celebrate those who fly up and away!
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


A 60 minute women's workout class that incorporates cardio, strength, and balance training workout.
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


A guided tour of both special exhibits at the McCormick House
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).


Sounds of Summer Concert Series Vital Signs Tank Park August 29, 7 - 9 pm Vital Signs performs a great variety of high-energy, classic-to-current rock favorites. The common thread running
























Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted).




