Special Events
Special Events

Over the course of a year, the Department of Public Works is responsible for setting up work zone barricades for 90 special events, like Last Fling and the Memorial Day parade. This amounts to 5,000 devices set up annually.

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Festivals and Parades

Naperville is home to a number of annual festivals and parades attracting people both local and from nearby cities and states.

  1. Day of the Dead 

    4th Annual event celebrating Día de Muertos, community and life.

    Grand Pavilion
    912 Sindt Memorial Ct.
  2. Naperville’s Fourth Annual Día de Muertos: Celebrating Community and Life 

    Join ALMAS for Naperville’s Fourth Annual Día de Muertos, a free family celebration of culture, remembrance, art, music and community.

    Riverwalk Grand Pavilion
    912 Sindt Memorial Ct.
  3. WSI's Naperville St. Patrick's Day Parade 

    One of Naperville’s most cherished traditions, this family-fri4endly event draws thousands of spectators eager to celebrate Irish heritage, community spirit and festive fun.

    Downtown Naperville
    131 West Jefferson Ave.
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Events Calendar

The 2026 calendar of approved special events is full of exciting events for every interest!

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Special Event Information

Occasional events in the City require road closures and detour routes. Check out a list of those upcoming events as well as their associated maps online!

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