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June events in the Tri-Cities
From Geneva's famous Swedish Days festival to the Fox River Arts Ramble and plenty of summer-themed local happenings, there's no shortage of events in Batavia, Geneva and St. Charles this June.
Sam Kraft
June 03, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes
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There’s a lot happening in the Tri-Cities during the first half of June. Here’s your guide:
Featured events
Swedish Days
Wed 6/18 - Sun 6/22 | Downtown Geneva
Geneva’s Swedish Days festival is celebrating 75 years in 2025. You know the drill — a craft beer tent, carnival, Kids’ Day, nightly entertainment and a parade are all part of the festivities.
Downtown shops and restaurants will host special sales and in-store events, plus food stands throughout the downtown area will be available to visitors (make sure to try some Swedish fare). Stay tuned for the full live music lineup as well.
Fox River Arts Ramble
Sat 6/7, 10AM-4PM | 14 Locations
The Fox River Arts Ramble is a one-day ramble through Aurora, Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles, showcasing the amazing art and artists in our community.
The Fine Line Creative Arts Center’s Outdoor Artisan Market will feature new and returning artists, live music, and art demonstrations — plus drinks from Riverlands Brewing Company and food from Inches Taco Truck. Water Street Studios will also host Community Day.
Batavia Flag Day Celebration
Sat 6/14, 1-6PM | Flag Day Monument, Batavia
Celebrate 250 years since Paul Revere’s Ride. The day kicks off with a historical presentation on the Father of Flag Day at City Hall, followed by a community celebration at the Flag Day Monument with live music, speakers, time capsules, and guided tours.
Cap off the afternoon with Red, White and Brews at the Batavia VFW Post 1197 (4–6PM), featuring food trucks, games, drinks, and patriotic performances.
Best of the rest
🎟️ SciTech Summer Camps | June-August | SciTech, Batavia | Give the kids an amazing STEM experience this summer. Various dates available.
☑️ First Fridays | Fri 6/6, All Day | Downtown Geneva | Restaurant specials, shop discounts, special events, raffles and more.
🎟️ Strawberry Festival | Fri 6/6 - Sun 6/15 | Windy Acres Farm, Geneva | Food, drinks, strawberry shortcake, activities, live music and all things strawberry.
☑️ Summer Science Party | Fri 6/6, 6-9PM | American Science & Surplus, Geneva | An educational evening of demos, experiments, games and more.
☑️ Wheeler Park Surplus Plant Sale | Sat 6/7, 8-11AM | Wheeler Park, Geneva | Pick up greenhouse-grown plants at excellent prices.
🎟️ Festival of Flight | Sat 6/7, 9AM-5PM | Fox Valley Aero Club Field, STC | Think of it like a local Chicago Air & Water Show.
🎟️ Run for LIFE! 5K | Sat 6/7, 9AM | Laurelwood Park, Batavia | Run or walk to support Suicide Prevention Services in Batavia.
☑️ Master Gardener Plant Sale | Sat 6/7, 9AM-12PM | Kane County Idea Garden, St. Charles | But plants and get garden ideas and free advice from the experts.
🎟️ Grilling Session: The Meathead Method | Sat 6/7, 9:30AM | Geneva History Museum | Learn from a BBQ legend how to master outdoor cooking.
🎟️ Tea Party Fundraiser! | Sat 6/7, 12PM | Oak & Rose Team Room, Geneva | An elegant high tea supporting the Tri City Health Partnership.
☑️ Wasco Nursery 100th Anniversary Party | Sat 6/7 - Sun 6/8 | Wasco Nursery, St. Charles | Gardening demos, treats, charcuterie, drinks, live music and nursery tours.
☑️ Yappy Hour | Sun 6/8, 11AM-4PM | Batavia Boardwalk Shops | Bring your pup for a treat-filled day of discounts, pup cups, and free dog beer.
☑️ Patio Pawty | Sun 6/8, 11AM-3PM | Tap House Grill, STC | Another cleverly named pet event with special treats and menu items for dawgs.
🎟️ Yoga & Mental Health Workshop | Sun 6/8, 11AM-4PM | Torus Center, Batavia | A guided expert session plus lecture and Q&A.
🎟️ Shady Lane Wine & Food Pairing | Sun 6/8, 12-2PM | Up North Wine Tasting, Geneva | Exquisitely prepared food complemented by great wine.
☑️ Centennial Celebration | Sun 6/8, 12PM-3PM | Johnson’s Mound, Elburn | The unveiling of a new sculpture plus remarks, food trucks, live music and exhibits.
☑️ Wayne Flag Day Celebration | Sun 6/8, 3:30PM | Little Home Church, Wayne | A celebration with a parade and an orchestra performance.
☑️ Wacky Water Olympics | Mon 6/9, 12PM-4PM | Quarry Beach, Batavia | Win prizes at a splash contest, hula hoop contest and other games.
🎟️ World Movie Premier: Where is Zola Moon? | Wed 6/11 | Moonlight Theatre, STC | Be the first to see the movie filmed right here in the Tri-Cities. 2:30PM Showing | 7PM Showing
🎟️ Full Moon Kayak | Wed 6/11, 7:30-9PM | Mill Race Cyclery, Geneva | Kayak to St. Charles and back under the summer moonlight.
☑️ Super Savvy Senior Expo | Fri 6/13, 9AM-12PM | Eastside Community Center, Batavia | Check out local resources for seniors, win prizes and enjoy refreshments.
☑️ Second Fridays | Fri 6/13, 6-9PM | Batavia Arts District | All things local — art, music, food, drinks, shopping and fun.
🎟️ Moose Car Show | Sat 6/14, 9AM-2PM | Batavia Moose Lodge | A car show with giveaways, raffles and food.
☑️ Unwind Wednesday | Wed 6/18, 5:30-8PM | First Street Plaza, STC | Enjoy drinks and live music on a summer evening along the Fox River.
☑️ Sizzlin' Summer Progressive Tour | Wed 6/18, 5:30-8PM | Elderday Center, Batavia | Breakfast, lunch, socializing and a tour of local senior centers.
🎟️ Pig Gig Farm Dinner | Thurs 6/19, 6-9PM | Heritage Prairie Farm, Elburn | A farm-to-table dinner with delicious beer from Off Color Brewing.
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