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Sunday, June 8, 2025
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Next Public Performances - Two Big Events the Weekend of June 21-22
Beach Party on Saturday (6/21) in Glencoe
Pool Party on Sunday (6/22) in Plainfield


Next Public Performances

Two Big Giant Wet & Wild Parties - Weekend of June 21-22
A Beach Party on Saturday and a Pool Party on Sunday


Saturday, June 21, 2025
Summer Splash

Glencoe, Illinois
5:00 - 7:00 PM

The Glencoe Park District is hosting its "Summer Splash" at its Glencoe Beach, off Lake Michigan.  Season Pass Holders come out and enjoy all the full amenities the park district has at this beach while enjoying 2 full hours of Barefoot Hawaiian entertainment.

The Barefoot Hawaiian Band will be performing live music from 5:00 to 6:00 PM.
This will be followed immediately by a 1-hour Polynesian
Show featuring 3 Dancers from 6:00 to 7:00 PM

Please Note: Season Pass Required
This Event is for Glencoe Beach Pass-Holders Only.  Attendance is FREE for Pass-Holders
Visit the links below for more information and to learn about getting a Season Pass

Glencoe  Beach

(A part of the Glencoe Park District)
55 Hazel Ave.
Glencoe, Illinois 60022
847-835-1185

Glencoe Park District Web Site
Glencoe Beach Web Site


Sunday, June 22, 2025
"Tiki Bash"

Plainfield, Illinois
4:00 - 6:00 PM

The Plainfield Park District is hosting its "Tiki Bash" at the Ottawa Street Pool.  The bash runs from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.  The Barefoot Hawaiian will be providing Polynesian and Island background music through the sound system from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.  Then at 5:00 PM the Barefoot Hawaiian will be performing a 1-hour Polynesian show that will feature an Emcee and 2 dancers  The show finale at 6:00 PM is the exciting fire-knife dance performance.

The Plainfield Park District writes:

"Join us for an afternoon of island vibes and summer fun at Ottawa Street Pool on Sunday, June 22, from 4 to 6 p.m.!  Stunning Hula Dancers, Free Pool Access, Free Ice Pops, Wear Your Best Hawaiian Shirt! No registration needed—just bring your tropical spirit and get ready for a fun-filled evening!

"Ottawa Street Pool is located in Ottawa Park, directly across from the Recreation/Administration Center near downtown Plainfield. The 278,000-gallon, L-shaped outdoor pool is equipped with high and low diving boards and contains lap lanes. The facility also has deck chairs for sun-bathing, a 3,000-gallon enclosed tot wading pool, and a picnic area for patrons."

Entry into the pool area requires either a season pass or daily admission fee.  Daily Fees: 
RESIDENTS: $6   NON-RESIDENTS: $10
Visit the web site to learn about Season Passes

Ottawa Street Pool

23820 W. Ottawa St.
Plainfield, IL 60544
815-436-3314

Plainfield Park District Web Site
Tiki Bash Event Web Page


For more information, call The Barefoot Hawaiian® at (847) 699-7336
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