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Naperville
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Naperville Riverwalk Foundation will host its annual duck race on Friday, June 5 at 11:00 a.m. from the Eagle Street Bridge. Rubber duckies will race down the river to support summer art and park upgrades plus remind visitors not to feed wild birds. Positively Naperville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Naperville North and Waubonsie High Schools have released lip dub videos that show school spirit; Naperville North’s event, led by 30+ student leaders as part of a time-honored tradition, and Waubonsie’s production, created for its 50th anniversary, unite students with creative pride. Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Naperville City Council, led by Councilman McBroom as Mayor Pro Tem, has proclaimed Buddy Poppy Days from May 20-24 and Memorial Day Observances on May 25 + the events will feature a parade starting at 10:30 a.m. and multiple local ceremonies. Positively Naperville
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Hans Zimmer
8:30-9:30 PM — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the magic of live orchestral music in a candlelit atmosphere featuring iconic scores by Hans Zimmer.
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Alive and Well: New Colony Six Live
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating rock and pop sounds of Chicago's beloved New Colony Six.
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Tacoville 2026
5 p.m. – 8 p.m. — Naper Settlement — Single-day tickets or full weekend pass — Enjoy incredible Latin food, live music, and refreshing drinks all weekend long.
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Downtown Naperville Summer Wine Walk
12-5 p.m. — Downtown Naperville — $60 — Sip and stroll while enjoying curated wine tastings and supporting veterans.
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