Introduction
Here are a few local events worth checking out in Country Club Hills, Park Forest, Homewood, and nearby South Suburban communities.Looking for something fun to do in the South Suburbs this weekend?
From live music and local authors to family-friendly activities, shopping, and creative workshops, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the communities around us from Friday, August 28 through Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Here are a few local events worth checking out in Country Club Hills, Park Forest, Homewood, and nearby South Suburban communities.
Kenny Lattimore & Raheem DeVaughn — Country Club Hills
Saturday, August 29
Gates open at 5:30 PM | Show starts at 7:00 PM
Country Club Hills Theater
If you enjoy live R&B, this is one of the biggest local events of the weekend. Kenny Lattimore and Raheem DeVaughn are scheduled to perform at the Country Club Hills Theater for a Saturday evening of live music.
This is a ticketed event, so be sure to check availability before heading out.
Local Author Fair — Park Forest
Saturday, August 29
11:00 AM–2:30 PM
Park Forest Public Library, 400 Lakewood Blvd.
Support local writers while discovering a new book or two at the Park Forest Public Library’s Local Author Fair.
Visitors can meet participating authors, browse books, and attend author talks throughout the day. No registration is required, making this an easy event to add to your Saturday plans.
Friends Sidewalk Sale — Homewood
Saturday, August 29
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway
Book lovers may want to make a stop at the Homewood Public Library for the Friends Sidewalk Sale.
This month’s sale features half-price fiction, along with other items available to browse. It’s a simple way to support the library while picking up something new to read.
Teen Gaming Night — Homewood
Sunday, August 30
2:00–5:00 PM
2009 Ridge Road, Homewood
$75 per person
Looking for something creative and relaxing to do on Sunday?
This hands-on workshop gives participants the opportunity to create their own chunky blanket. The workshop is currently listed as sold out, but a waiting list may be available through the organizer.
Chunky Blanket Workshop — Homewood
Friday, August 28
6:00–8:00 PM
Homewood Public Library
Teens in grades 7–12 can start the weekend with gaming, pizza, board games, card games, and more at Homewood Public Library.
The event is scheduled after regular library hours and includes Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Wii, and other games.
Why Local Events Matter When Choosing a Community
One thing I always remind buyers is that choosing a home is about more than bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage.
You’re also choosing the community around that home.
Local libraries, recreation programs, entertainment, parks, community events, and nearby businesses all become part of everyday life after you move in.
That’s why spending time in a community before buying can be so helpful. Attend an event. Visit the library. Drive around the neighborhood. Stop at a local business. Get a feel for what everyday life might actually look like.
For homeowners thinking about selling, those same community amenities can also help tell the story of what makes your location appealing.
Looking for more ways to enjoy life in the Chicago South Suburbs?
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