Celestial Celebration
Saturday, February 6
5:30 p.m.
Bristol Court Banquets
The social event of the season where Mount Prospect honors its shining
stars.
Public Works Open House
May 15
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Mount Prospect Public Works Facility
1700 West Central Road
Public Works is responsible for many different services including the water
and sewer system, solid waste services, snow plowing, tree maintenance,
streets and sidewalks. The purpose of the Open House is to show residents
the different duties of the Public Works Department in a fun and
entertaining way.
Community Wide Garage Sale
May 14, 15 & 16
www.mountprospectgaragesale.com
Each participating homeowner holds their own garage sale just as they would
at any other time of year. The difference is that thousands of shoppers are
attracted to this large group sale, said to be the largest of its kind in
Illinois.
Car Show
Mount Prospect Downtown Merchants Association
www.mpdma.org
Saturdays, May 15 thru Sept 18
6-9 pm
Metra Lot
Come view the "coolest cars" around. Classic car shows will take place every
Saturday night in downtown Mount Prospect. Themed nights each week.
Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 31
9:35
Emerson and Busse to Lions Park
Parade participants will line up at Emerson & Busse between 9:00 a.m. - 9:15
a.m. Parade begins at 9:35 a.m. The Parade Route is as follows: South on
Emerson to Lincoln to the Veterans’ Memorial Band Shell at Lions Park where
a ceremony will be held. Any interested citizens can march in the parade,
and veterans are especially encouraged to join in. Call Parade Coordinator
Bob Fey 299-3510 for more information.
Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers’ Market
Sundays, June 13 – Sunday, Oct. 24
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Mount Prospect Train Depot West Commuter Parking Lot (corner of Northwest
Hwy & Rte. 83).
For a wonderful array of fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and other
goodies, stop by and check it out!
Fine Arts Festival/Blues Fest
Saturday, June 19
ART FEST
10 am to 5 pm
Downtown Mount Prospect (Emerson St. and Busse Ave.)
FREE Children's Activity Booth
Enjoy fine local artists exhibiting painting, sculpture, pottery, graphics,
photography, glass, silver & gold jewelry & mixed mediums.
BLUES FEST
2:00 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Enjoy some of the best Blues artists in the Chicago area. Performances take
place on the Village green.
4th of July Parade
Sunday, July 4
1:00 p.m.
The parade begins at Prospect Ave. and Emerson Street, continues west on
Prospect Ave. to Central Rd. and west on Central Rd. to Melas Park.
Lions’ Village Fair
Dates: TBA
Melas Park (Central Rd. & Busse Rd.)
Live entertainment every night. Taste of Mount Prospect featuring the area’s
best restaurants.
4th of July Fireworks
Dates: July 4 and additional date TBA
Where: Melas Park (Central Rd. & Busse Rd.)
Time: Dusk
Midsummer Downtown Party
July 24
4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Emerson Street and Busse Ave.
Join your neighbors and friends for an afternoon and evening of great food
and entertainment. Last year’s Block Party was a great success with over
4,000 people attending. There will be TONS of great FREE fun for kids and
great food from local restaurants. For more information, contact the Mount
Prospect Chamber of Commerce at 398-6616.
Do-It-Yourself Sousa
Monday, July 26
7:30 p.m.
Veterans’ Memorial Band Shell, Lions Park
Here’s your chance to play with one of the area’s finest musical
organizations for one concert. The Mount Prospect Community Band welcomes
guest musicians for the annual Do-It-Yourself Sousa Concert. Skilled,
semi-skilled and novice musicians, 12 years and up, are welcome. No tryouts
necessary. For details on how to "join" the band for this one-night stand,
call 847-398-2450.
Family Bike Ride
Date: TBD
9:00 a.m.
Melas Park
It’s time once again to put air in your bike tires and head over to Melas
Park at for the Mount Prospect Family Bike Ride. There will be two paths, a
shorter ride for the youngsters and a 10-mile ride for everyone else.
Check-in and registration begins at 9:00 a.m.
Northwest Municipal Conference Surplus Vehicle and Equipment Auction
Saturday, Sept. 11
Public Works, 1700 W Central Road
www.nwmc-cog.org
Individuals and companies looking for deals on used municipal vehicles and
equipment have discovered that the Northwest Municipal Conference auctions
are a great place to find what they are looking for. Bidders at our auctions
find a variety of vehicles and equipment to choose from, with a typical
auction offering approximately 100 to 150 items for sale.
Fall Festival/Oktoberfest
Mount Prospect Downtown Merchants Association
www.mpdma.org
Saturday, October 16
Downtown Mount Prospect- Emerson & Busse
FALL FESTIVAL
1:00 – 4:00 pm
Pumpkin painting, scarecrow contest, hayrides, games, crafts. Trick or Treat
thru town. Come enjoy a day of fall festivities for kids. Free
OKTOBERFEST
Food vendors, beer sales, German Bands
Veterans’ Day
Thursday, November 11
Lions Park
10:30 am
The Veterans’ Day Parade and Ceremony will be held Saturday at the Veterans’
Memorial Band Shell. The procession will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Lions
Park recreation center and will march around to the band shell where a
ceremony will be held. Please come out and honor and support our veterans.
Christmas Housewalk
Friday, December 3
Mount Prospect Historical Society
www.mphist.org
847/392-9006
A tour featuring local homes decorated for the holidays by their owners,
with additional floral arrangements and décor provided by area florists.
Teddy Bear Walk
Date: Saturday, December 4
Mount Prospect Public Library
www.mppl.org
847/253-5675
Stories, songs and surprises kick off the holiday season as the Library
hosts the Teddy Bear Walk. Children and their teddy bears are invited for a
short stroll with Ted E. Bear, then visit with Santa Claus! Light
refreshments will be served at the Library after the event.
Holiday Open House
Mt. Prospect Park District
www.mppd.org
Saturday, December 4, 11am-3pm
Join us for some hot cider, cookies and holiday cheer at Friendship Park
Conservatory’s Holiday Open House. Musical entertainment and a visit from
you-know-who will round out the fun. Bring your camera take photos of live
reindeer and beautiful holiday floral displays.
Winter Parade
December 4
5:00 p.m.
Prospect Avenue
The parade will step off at 5:00 p.m. from the Maple Street commuter parking
lot and will proceed down Lincoln St. to Emerson St., and follow along
toward Prospect Ave., ending at the corner of Prospect Ave. and Elmhurst
Ave. The parade will feature live reindeer, marching bands, floats, choral
groups and Santa and Mrs. Claus. A refreshment tent will be set up at
Prospect Avenue and Wille Street and refreshments will be served before,
during and after the parade including hot cider, hot cocoa, cookies and
more.
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