Events for May 2026
- Events for May 2026
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Robert R. McCormick House Grand Opening Robert R. McCormick House Sunday, April 26 10 am - 5 pm Register Celebrate the grand reopening of the McCormick House with a weekend full of engaging activities. Discover Then/Now photo stations throughout the exterior of the house to see how it looked when the McCormicks lived here, and


Accessible Birding Visitors Center Wednesday, April 29, 9:00 am Space is still available for the Accessible Birding event on May 14! Accessible Birding events at Cantigny aim to make a fun activity available to all. Ideal for those with limited mobility, the outing will last about 90 minutes or maybe a bit longer if we get







Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.



SOLD OUT - Welcome Spring Garden Walk Wednesday April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10 am Free registration required Spring has embraced the gardens at Cantigny! Join a member of our horticulture team for a relaxed stroll across Cantigny as the grounds come back to life. From bright daffodils, woodland wildflowers to vibrant tulips and



SOLD OUT - Welcome Spring Garden Walk Wednesday April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 1 pm Free registration required Spring has embraced the gardens at Cantigny! Join a member of our horticulture team for a relaxed stroll across Cantigny as the grounds come back to life. From bright daffodils, woodland wildflowers to vibrant tulips and


First Division Museum Guided Tour Saturday, May 2, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry Division. This sixty-minute guided tour covers the missions and accomplishments of the men and women of the Big Red One from its inception in World







Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.


Accessible Birding Visitors Center Wednesday, May 6, 3 pm Accessible Birding events at Cantigny aim to make a fun activity available to all. Ideal for those with limited mobility, the outing will last about 90 minutes or maybe a bit longer if we get carried away. Participants should feel free to stay as long as they

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or


SOLD OUT - Mother's Day Brunch Le Jardin Sunday, May 10 Reservations available 9 am - 2:30 pm Adults (11 & up): $62 Children 4-10: $27 Children 3 and under: Free 7% sales tax and 18% gratuity will be added to all parties. Menu Bakery Table Croissants, Assorted Muffins, Mini cinnamon rolls, Banana bread with

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or







Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or


The Colonel’s Weapons Collection Thursday May 14, 6:00 – 7:30pm $40 (includes one canned or bottled beverage) Join McCormick House Director Will Buhlig for an evening of stories about Col. Robert R. McCormick’s extensive weapons collection. In this hands-on program, participants will view over thirty weapons up close from the American Colonial era to early

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or







Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or


Accessible Birding Visitors Center Thursday, May 21, 8:30 am Accessible Birding events at Cantigny aim to make a fun activity available to all. Ideal for those with limited mobility, the outing will last about 90 minutes or maybe a bit longer if we get carried away. Participants should feel free to stay as long as they

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or


Enjoy a themed, multi-course dining experience with drink pairings

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or


First Division Museum Guided Tour Saturday, May 23, 2 pm Free with Paid Parking Experience the remarkable history of the U.S. Army's oldest and most storied division, the First Infantry Division. This sixty-minute guided tour covers the missions and accomplishments of the men and women of the Big Red One from its inception in World


Sounds of Summer Concert Series Chicago Rewired - The Premier Chicago Tribune Band Tank Park May 23, 7 - 9 pm The members of Chicago Rewired - The Premier Chicago Tribute Band feel very fortunate to play the music that they love and to share their passion. It is their sincere desire that at every

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or







Enjoy free parking at Cantigny every Wednesday, March through October, with advance online registration.

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or


Sounds of Summer Concert Series RCP Band Tank Park May 30, 7 - 9 pm The RCP Band (The Robby Celestin Project) delivers a high-energy, full-production concert experience that keeps audiences on their feet from the first note to the final encore. Known for their versatility and powerhouse musicianship, RCP seamlessly moves through generations and


History Hike Visitors Center Sunday May 31, 2pm Free registration required for tour. Cantigny has a parking fee. Have you ever wondered why Cantigny exists? What is the First Division Museum? Who was Robert R. McCormick? Why are there tanks here? How old are the beautiful gardens? Join us for a guided 45-minute walking tour

















Live Music in the Beer Garden South Grove Enjoy live music in our beer garden, located just steps from the Visitors Center. Music begins at 5:30 pm (unless otherwise noted). The beer garden features a nice selection of food, draft beer, wine and cocktails in a beautiful setting. Relax in one of our Adirondack chairs or







