Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, brushes, […]

KICK BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY FREE LIVE MUSIC ALL SUMMER LONG AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PAVILION IN FISHEL PARK! The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings June 3 through August 12 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies. Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6pm each Tuesday. Music will play between 7 and 8:30pm. […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic The Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Participation in the event requires a $5 venue fee. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. There will […]

About the Event Come down to the pub every Wednesday night to showcase your musical talents at our Open Mic Night!  Featuring new host and longtime participant Chad Gemkow! Sign up begins at 8PM.    

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

FREE USA bonus signs with your regular project! We will provide you a free patriotic bonus sign when you arrive at the studio. Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We […]

The Village of Downers Grove Independence Day Parade will be held on July 4, 2025. The parade steps off from Main St. and Grant St. at 1:00 p.m. and travels south on Main St. to Warren Ave.  

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic The Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. A $5 venue fee is required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2.There […]

On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m. until 12:30 […]

It’s finally that time of the year! The Pinecone Cottage Tea Garden is now open early on Saturdays 9-11am serving Cream Tea which would be 2 PineScones, Devon Crème, Preserves and a Pot of Tea. Saturdays are Special! We’ll see you in the Tea Garden!  

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as […]

French Picnic Afternoon Tea July 6 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm The charming, peaceful vibe of Vendays-Montalivet, located in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is precisely what I yearn for, a cozy beach cottage in Southwestern France. The soothing sound of the waves, our toes in the sand, and the gentle breeze on our faces as we strolled […]

The Great Illuminary beckons! Join us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Reign of Jafar! League Play is great for new players, casual players, and collectors alike, emphasizing fun, casual play and community building over competition. Participants collect points, win or lose, by participating in Disney Lorcana matches (best […]

The charming, peaceful vibe of Vendays-Montalivet, located in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is precisely what I yearn for, a cozy beach cottage in Southwestern France. The soothing sound of the waves, our toes in the sand, and the gentle breeze on our faces as we strolled along the pristine beaches surrounded by lush, enchanting […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Beginners and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Newer players should have a basic understanding of the rules of play. We will either play a 3-round Swiss Tournament event; each round is a best-of-3 match or have a Casual Play with Promos depending on participation. Tournament events are $10 entry; […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

KICK BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY FREE LIVE MUSIC ALL SUMMER LONG AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PAVILION IN FISHEL PARK! The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings June 3 through August 12 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies. Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6pm each Tuesday. Music will play between 7 and 8:30pm. […]

About the Event Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights at the pub with host Tim Dite! Prize is awarded to the top team each week! 8PM start.    

See family movies all summer long on Wednesday mornings for $2 (*plus applicable tax.).  Get reserved seating tickets online (no convenience fee!) or at the theatre. Doors open at 9 AM for entertainment and games. Showtime begins at 10 AM. SENSORY-FRIENDLY SCREENINGS All locations will have a Wednesday morning auditorium dedicated for guests who may need […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

About the Event Come down to the pub every Wednesday night to showcase your musical talents at our Open Mic Night!  Featuring new host and longtime participant Chad Gemkow! Sign-up begins at 8 PM.    

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a […]

We are excited to present another community event that will once again bring us together in friendship and song. On Thursday, July 10, 2025 from 7-9 pm CT, George Mattson will lead a song circle where you “bring your own song.” This is a great opportunity for acoustic musicians who want to try-out songs they […]

Cars-$10.00 Donation requested but not required to support that week’s Not-For Profit group. All types of cars, trucks, and hot rods welcome. Road is closed for set up at 3:00. Concessions available.

Kickstart your weekends with live music every Friday night at the Main Street Train Station Downtown Downers Grove, 5:30-8:00pm. Bands change weekly! Stop by before or after dinner! While you are downtown, enjoy the Moose Cruise Nights from 4-8pm – with Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Classic Cars! (Shows are from June 6th-August 22nd, with no […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m. until 12:30 […]

It’s finally that time of the year! The Pinecone Cottage Tea Garden is now open early on Saturdays 9-11am serving Cream Tea which would be 2 PineScones, Devon Crème, Preserves and a Pot of Tea. Saturdays are Special! We’ll see you in the Tea Garden!    

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as […]

The charming, peaceful vibe of Vendays-Montalivet, located in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is precisely what I yearn for, a cozy beach cottage in Southwestern France. The soothing sound of the waves, our toes in the sand, and the gentle breeze on our faces as we strolled along the pristine beaches surrounded by lush, enchanting […]

The Great Illuminary beckons! Join us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Reign of Jafar! League Play is great for new players, casual players, and collectors alike, emphasizing fun, casual play and community building over competition. Participants collect points, win or lose, by participating in Disney Lorcana matches (best […]

Welcome! Select a wood project from the available options in our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece of decor. Choose from a variety of stain and paint colors in the workshop. We look forward to seeing you soon! Pre-registration is required for each person, please click here to […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Beginners and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Newer players should have a basic understanding of the rules of play. We will either play a 3-round Swiss Tournament event; each round is a best-of-3 match or have a Casual Play with Promos depending on participation. Tournament events are $10 entry; […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Morgan Ryan Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Morgan Ryan, to celebrate the release of her newest book, A Resistance of Witches, on Tuesday, July 15th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store. Event Format We will begin checking you in approximately 30 minutes before the start time. After a presentation and Q&A with the author, the […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, brushes, […]

See family movies all summer long on Wednesday mornings for $2 (*plus applicable tax.).  Get reserved seating tickets online (no convenience fee!) or at the theatre. Doors open at 9 AM for entertainment and games. Showtime begins at 10 AM. SENSORY-FRIENDLY SCREENINGS All locations will have a Wednesday morning auditorium dedicated for guests who may need […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a […]

  An original adaptation of the beloved classic! This fairy tale tells the story of a courageous girl named Bella as she sets off to save her father from the Beast’s castle. With the help of some enchanted characters, Bella and the Beast learn that true beauty comes from within. Don’t miss this magical musical […]

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Banned Book Club Join us in Downers Grove for our monthly Banned Book Club! Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, July 17th at 6:00 pm, and we will be discussing Maus. This will be a free event, but we highly encourage the purchase of the monthly book from our store. Please note that the author will not […]

Join Happy Dog Barkery as they welcome Open Farm for a gently cooked demo on July 18 – 19, 2025.  Visit their website for additional information.

  An original adaptation of the beloved classic! This fairy tale tells the story of a courageous girl named Bella as she sets off to save her father from the Beast’s castle. With the help of some enchanted characters, Bella and the Beast learn that true beauty comes from within. Don’t miss this magical musical […]

Cars-$10.00 Donation requested but not required to support that week’s Not-For Profit group. All types of cars, trucks, and hot rods welcome. Road is closed for set up at 3:00. Concessions available.  

On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m. until 12:30 […]

It’s finally that time of the year! The Pinecone Cottage Tea Garden is now open early on Saturdays 9-11am serving Cream Tea which would be 2 PineScones, Devon Crème, Preserves and a Pot of Tea. Saturdays are Special! We’ll see you in the Tea Garden!  

Join Happy Dog Barkery as they welcome Open Farm for a gently cooked demo on July 18 – 19, 2025.  Visit their website for additional information.

The charming, peaceful vibe of Vendays-Montalivet, located in the Gironde department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, is precisely what I yearn for, a cozy beach cottage in Southwestern France. The soothing sound of the waves, our toes in the sand, and the gentle breeze on our faces as we strolled along the pristine beaches surrounded by lush, enchanting […]

Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a […]

The Great Illuminary beckons! Join us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Reign of Jafar! League Play is great for new players, casual players, and collectors alike, emphasizing fun, casual play and community building over competition. Participants collect points, win or lose, by participating in Disney Lorcana matches (best […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Beginners and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Newer players should have a basic understanding of the rules of play. We will either play a 3-round Swiss Tournament event; each round is a best-of-3 match or have a Casual Play with Promos depending on participation. Tournament events are $10 entry; […]

CAST & CREW Directed by Rungano Nyoni Featuring Susan Chardy, Elizabeth Chisela, Henry B.J. Phiri In Bemba and English with English subtitles. Rated PG-13 Runtime: 99 mins. A death in the family leads to chaos in the brilliant, shifting On Becoming A Guinea Fowl The searing second film from Rungano Nyoni escalates its stress until […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

  Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, […]

  KICK BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY FREE LIVE MUSIC ALL SUMMER LONG AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PAVILION IN FISHEL PARK! The FREE concerts are held Tuesday evenings June 3 through August 12 and will feature rock, country, blues and oldies. Doors open and food and beverage sales begin at 6pm each Tuesday. Music will play between 7 and […]

See family movies all summer long on Wednesday mornings for $2 (*plus applicable tax.).  Get reserved seating tickets online (no convenience fee!) or at the theatre. Doors open at 9 AM for entertainment and games. Showtime begins at 10 AM. SENSORY-FRIENDLY SCREENINGS All locations will have a Wednesday morning auditorium dedicated for guests who may need […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

About the Event Come down to the pub every Wednesday night to showcase your musical talents at our Open Mic Night!  Featuring new host and longtime participant Chad Gemkow! Sign-up begins at 8 PM.

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

 Attention High School & College-Age Musicians, Poets, and Performance Artists!  It’s Your Turn to Shine—Every Last Thursday of the Month! Step into the spotlight at Two Way Street Coffee House, one of the best-loved acoustic venues in the Chicago area. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter, poet, guitarist, or spoken word performer, this is your space to be […]

Cars-$10.00 Donation requested but not required to support that week’s Not-For Profit group. All types of cars, trucks, and hot rods welcome. Road is closed for set up at 3:00. Concessions available.

Kickstart your weekends with live music every Friday night at the Main Street Train Station Downtown Downers Grove, 5:30-8:00pm. Bands change weekly! Stop by before or after dinner! While you are downtown, enjoy the Moose Cruise Nights from 4-8pm – with Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Classic Cars! (Shows are from June 6th-August 22nd, with no […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Friday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m. until 12:30 […]

It’s finally that time of the year! The Pinecone Cottage Tea Garden is now open early on Saturdays 9-11am serving Cream Tea which would be 2 PineScones, Devon Crème, Preserves and a Pot of Tea. Saturdays are Special! We’ll see you in the Tea Garden!

Pokémon TCG players of all ages (especially our younger Pokémon trainers) are invited to join us from 10 AM to 12 PM on Saturday mornings at either our Downers Grove, La Grange, or Geneva location. Admission to this casual event is free! Participants in the event will have the opportunity to play casual games of Pokémon with one another as […]

Paul and I love to visit Tucson in the spring before the desert heat kicks up. The majestic mountains, blooming desert flowers and the giant saguaro cacti, are a welcome sight. This region’s cuisine highlights its deep-rooted connection to Sonora, a state in Mexico. Like many American cities, Tucson is a patchwork of cultures that […]

The Great Illuminary beckons! Join us for at Fair Game Downers Grove for Lorcana League Play, featuring the newest set: Reign of Jafar! League Play is great for new players, casual players, and collectors alike, emphasizing fun, casual play and community building over competition. Participants collect points, win or lose, by participating in Disney Lorcana matches (best […]

Paul and I love to visit Tucson in the spring before the desert heat kicks up. The majestic mountains, blooming desert flowers and the giant saguaro cacti, are a welcome sight. This region’s cuisine highlights its deep-rooted connection to Sonora, a state in Mexico. Like many American cities, Tucson is a patchwork of cultures that […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Star Wars X-wing every Monday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Pilots will use the standard 2.5 rules from Atomic Mass Games, with an eventual transition into new points from the X-Wing Alliance's community-driven balances. If you […]

Beginners and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. Newer players should have a basic understanding of the rules of play. We will either play a 3-round Swiss Tournament event; each round is a best-of-3 match or have a Casual Play with Promos depending on participation. Tournament events are $10 entry; […]

  CAST & CREW Directed by James Griffiths Featuring Tom Basden, Tim Key & Sian Clifford Rated PG-13 Runtime: 99 mins. By Peter Rainer | Christian Science Monitor Wit and wonder fuel 5-star ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ “The Ballad of Wallis Island” is both modest and magical. One of its co-stars, Carey Mulligan, has […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Games Workshop every Tuesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Join us at Fair Game Downers Grove and dive into the world of miniatures painting every Tuesday night! We will have painting stations set up at the store where community members will be able to work on miniatures projects in the company of our welcoming hobby community. We will have a selection of paints, brushes, […]

Looking for a fun way to connect with friends or family? Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or for a gift. Choose from a […]

See family movies all summer long on Wednesday mornings for $2 (*plus applicable tax.).  Get reserved seating tickets online (no convenience fee!) or at the theatre. Doors open at 9 AM for entertainment and games. Showtime begins at 10 AM. SENSORY-FRIENDLY SCREENINGS All locations will have a Wednesday morning auditorium dedicated for guests who may need […]

Fair Game Downers Grove hosts Magic the Gathering Commander every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:00 PM CST. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced […]

Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an author event with Bruce Holsinger, to celebrate the release of his newest book, Culpability, on Wednesday, July 30th at 6:00 pm in our Downers Grove store.  Event Format We will begin checking you in approximately 30 minutes before the start time. After a presentation and Q&A with the author, the line will form […]

Fair Game Downers Grove is hosting Star Wars Legion every Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm. New and experienced players are invited to join us for this casual event. There will be a $5 venue fee required to participate in the event. Participants with a valid Junior/High School ID will have that fee reduced to $2. […]

Cars-$10.00 Donation requested but not required to support that week’s Not-For Profit group. All types of cars, trucks, and hot rods welcome. Road is closed for set up at 3:00. Concessions available.

Kickstart your weekends with live music every Friday night at the Main Street Train Station Downtown Downers Grove, 5:30-8:00pm. Bands change weekly! Stop by before or after dinner! While you are downtown, enjoy the Moose Cruise Nights from 4-8pm – with Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Classic Cars! (Shows are from June 6th-August 22nd, with no […]

On Saturdays in the late spring, summer, and early fall, you’ll find tasty food, fun items to purchase, and lots of live music to dance to at the Downtown Downers Grove Market! Join in the fun and support the Y in the parking lot outside the Main Street Train Station from 7 a.m. until 12:30 […]

It’s finally that time of the year! The Pinecone Cottage Tea Garden is now open early on Saturdays 9-11am serving Cream Tea which would be 2 PineScones, Devon Crème, Preserves and a Pot of Tea. Saturdays are Special! We’ll see you in the Tea Garden!    

Paul and I love to visit Tucson in the spring before the desert heat kicks up. The majestic mountains, blooming desert flowers and the giant saguaro cacti, are a welcome sight. This region’s cuisine highlights its deep-rooted connection to Sonora, a state in Mexico. Like many American cities, Tucson is a patchwork of cultures that […]