Accepting Submissions Until August 17, 2022

Summer Activities

#AceroSummerSnaps

The Summer Activities website was made to encourage the Acero community to engage in summer fun that is aligned with our mission, launching the next generations of extraordinary lifelong learners, discerners, and doers. To encourage participation in the activities we have gathered on this website, there is a competition available to win various prizes up to a DoorDash gift card for the scholar's participation in these activities. Click the "How to Participate" button below for more information.

Weekly Featured Activities

Check back every week to see new activities highlighted for scholars of all ages!

Navy Pier Fireworks

The fireworks display at Navy Pier is one of the most iconic parts of a Chicago summer. It’s a free show on Wednesdays and Saturdays this August. You catch the show on the Pier, at Offshore Rooftop, on a boat cruise, or along the lakefront.

Edison Park Fest

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the Edison Park Festival is from August 12th - 14th. The festival will have many events and activities, including a bike parade, an extreme trampoline show, carnival rides, games, live music, and more.

Chicago SummerDance

Check out Chicago SummerDance events throughout different parks in the city. Learn some new dance moves to live music at these weekly free events.

Keep checking back for updates on the activities catalog all summer long. There's even the opportunity for a number of prizes!

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