With excellent schools, top-notch community amenities and an outstanding quality of life, Naperville is an award-winning community. Summer is a great time to discover what makes Naperville special. There’s something going on every weekend that offers an ideal opportunity to get to know our city.

If you’re looking for a home in Naperville, contact us and then schedule some time for one of these summer festivals and events. You can also browse homes for sale in Naperville and explore our city guide.

Naperville Ale Fest

Where: Naper Settlement

When: July 14

For the sixth year in a row, the Naperville Ale Fest at Naper Settlement will allow guests to enjoy live music and more than 200 American craft beers and cuisine from some of the best food trucks and restaurants in the area. The festival takes place on July 14 from 12 to 5 PM. Only those guests who are                                                   21 and over will be admitted to the festival, so be sure to leave the kids at home. Ticket prices range from $19 to $99.

Naper Nights

Where: Naper Settlement

When: July 20, July 21, August 17, August 18

Another exciting event scheduled for July is Naper Nights, which is a community concert series that takes place on July 20, July 21, August 17 and August 18. On July 20, scheduled performances include The Fortunate Sons and Turn the Page. One July 21, scheduled performances include Simply Elton with the Brown Dirt Cowboys and Natural Wonder.

Concert attendees can watch School of Rock, Soulshine and Chicken Fried on August 17. Concert selections on August 18 include School of Rock, Planet Groove and Bluffet.

This event takes place at Naper Settlement and is open to guests of all ages. Ticket prices start at $10, with children under 4 admitted for free. Get all show times here.

Naperville Woman’s Club Fine Art Fair

Where: Naper Settlement

When: June 23 and 24

The Naperville Woman’s Club Juried Fine Art Fair takes place at Naper Settlement and features more than 100 artists showing their original works. Attendees of this event will have access to artist demonstrations, silent auctions, entertainment and the Petite Picassos Children’s Activity Tent. This family-friendly event welcomes guests of all ages. You can attend the Naperville Woman’s Club Fine Art Fair on June 23 and June 24 from 10 to 5 PM. Both admission and parking are free for this event.

Naperville Wine Festival

Where: Naper Settlement

                                                                       When: August 24 and 25

Sample more than 250 wines from around the globe at the Naperville Wine Festival at Naper Settlement beginning on August 24. Now in its 16th year, the festival is a learning and tasting event featuring wineries, wine seminars and cooking demonstrations. It’s a great opportunity to discover some of the area’s best restaurants and caterers showcasing their signature dishes. This rain-or-shine event will take place August 24 from 5 to 10 PM and August 25 from 3 to 8 PM. Get tickets and event information.

Naperville Jaycees’ Last Fling

Where: Downtown Naperville

When: Labor Day Weekend, August 31 through September 3

The Last Fling is a can’t-miss, family-friendly community festival in Naperville, marking the official end of summer over Labor Day weekend. Sponsored by the Naperville Jaycees as their largest annual fundraiser, the Last Fling takes place over four days beginning August 31 at 5 PM all the way to September 3 at 8 PM. Live music, carnival rides, a Family Fun Land, food vendors, a Labor Day parade—it all happens at the Last Fling.

This year’s Last Fling will feature a powerhouse trio of headliners: the Pop 2000 Tour hosted by Lance Bass on August 31, the Gen-X Summer Tour 2018 on September 1, and Cheap Trick on September 2. Tickets are on sale now.