German Fest Forest Park

Friday, June 21, 4 – 10 p.m., Saturday, July 22, 12 – 10 p.m.

Enjoy German food and drink, live music, and games and activities for kids and adults at this authentic German festival. https://www.facebook.com/germanfestforestpark. 7824 Madison St., Forest Park

Drag queen Angel Lebare performs at the Pride event in Constitution Court on Friday June 23, 2023 | Todd Bannor

Forest Park PRIDE Celebration

June 21, 5 – 7 p.m., Constitution Court 

Let’s celebrate love, diversity and equality in Forest Park. Grab a chair and get a front row seat to an evening of live music, drag performances, food, drinks, and so much more. Pride Fest is proudly co-hosted by the Village of Forest Park, OPALGA+, Play It Again Sports and Robert’s Westside. Constitution Court, Forest Park

Forest Park Pride Festival After Party

Friday, June 21, 7 p.m., Robert’s Westside

Join us for the official Forest Park Pride Festival After Party featuring Felix & Fingers Dueling Pianos and a dance party with DJ Zeetus Lapetus. This event promises an unforgettable night of music and fun. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/bdf93xza, 7321 Madison St., Forest Park

Afterhours at the Roos

Friday, June 21, 7- 9 p.m., Forest Park Public Library – Roos Recreation Center

Blow off some steam with us at the Roos Recreation Center! Eat pizza, play games, and enjoy some downtime with your friends. Registration is required to guarantee entry. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park

Stoop Sessions featuring Yng Romance

June 25, 7 – 8 p.m., 926 Marengo Ave.

Held on a neighbor’s front porch, these mini-concerts are free and open to the public. Next up is Yng Romance. Grab a blanket and chair and join your neighbors for an enjoyable and entertaining summer night. Location: 926 Marengo Ave., Forest Park (rain date Thursday, June 13). 

Summer Concert Series at the Park & MART in the Park

June 26, 6:30 – 8 p.m., Pavilion at the Roos Center

Classical Blast kicks off the first concert in the Park District of Forest Park’s Summer Concert Series at the Pavilion behind the Roos. They combine musical genres to create new and exciting sounds and band members have impressive recording and performance street cred. Classic Rock … with a little Bach. 7329 Harrison St., Forest Park

Rainbow Dance Party Pride Storytime

Thursday, June 20, 11- 11:30 a.m., Forest Park Public Library

In honor of Pride Month, we’re celebrating love, personal expression, and families of all shapes and sizes with music and movement. Designed for ages 6 and under. Adults must be accompanied by a child to participate.  Register at https://tinyurl.com/mvewv5b2  7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park

Law Enforcement Torch Run

Photo: Torch Run 2021 3 Runners cool off in spray from a fire engine on Roosevelt Road during the Law Enforcement Torch Run on June 13 | Shanel Romain, Contributing Photographer

June 22 @ 8 – 9 a.m., Van Buren parking lot

Witness the dedication of law enforcement officers and cheer them on as they carry the torch to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics. You can also donate to support Team Proviso https://support.soill.org/give/f5517879/#!/donation/checkout. Van Buren parking lot, Forest Park.