HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS
JUNE THROUGH SEPTEMBER
RAVINIA.ORG
More than 600,000 folks visit this Chicago burb every summer to watch jazz and classical music performances as well as musical theater productions. The summer home to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Ravinia holds 120 to 150 events each year.
Enjoying a picnic while listening to a concert under the stars at this venue is as much a part of summer in the Chicago area as watching the Cubs play baseball.
Guests are encouraged to bring tables and chairs and blankets to share a picnic supper on the lawn before venturing into the Pavilion to enjoy music under the stars.