This summer, travel the globe without leaving your neighborhood! Pop Up in the Park is a free, vibrant series that brings the world to your local park, celebrating the beauty of diverse cultures through music, dance, crafts, and hands-on activities. Each event offers a unique experience, inviting you to explore different traditions and creative expressions from around the world. Whether you’re swaying to international rhythms, creating global-inspired art, or learning new dances, there’s something for everyone. Gather with friends and family for a series of fun, multicultural adventures that celebrate the spirit of community, creativity, and connection!

Poland

Tuesday, June 10 • 4-5pm

Explore Poland: Music, crafting and history with more

All Ages

Location: Lincoln Park (1280 Green Bay Road)

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Brazil

Friday, June 20 • 6-7pm

Explore Brazil: Interactive demonstration by Axe Capoeira and crafts

All Ages

Location: Danny Cunniff Park (2700 Trail Way)

NYC Broadway

Thursday, July 10 • 4-10pm

Explore NYC Broadway: Ravinia district food truck Thursday, showing off Hairspray

All Ages

Location: Jens Jensen Park (486 Roger Williams Ave)

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New Orleans

Sunday, July 27 • 2-3:30pm

Explore New Orleans: New Orleans-style jazz band

All Ages

Location: Larry Fink Memorial Park (1377 Clavey Road)

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Native American

Wednesday, August 6 • 4-5pm

Explore Native American Culture: Music, crafting and history with Le’Ana Asher

All Ages

Location: Moraine Park (2501 Sheridan Road)

Nordic

Saturday, August 16 • 11-12pm

Explore Nordic Culture: Music, crafts, face painting and a visit with Elsa and Anna from Frozen

All Ages

Location: The Preserve of Highland Park (1207 Park Ave West)

Polynesian

Friday, September 5 • 6:30-10pm

Explore Polynesian Culture : Performance by Barefoot Hawaiians, Da Local Boy Food Truck, showing of Lilo and Stitch

All Ages

Location: Sunset Woods Park (1801 Sunset Road)