Shred Day & I-Cash Event
Friday, May 8, 2026 · 11:00 AM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Please join State Representative Larry Walsh Jr., Treasurer Michael Frerichs, and Shorewood Mayor 'CC' DeBold for their Shred Day & I-Cash event. This event is free and open to the public. There is a 2-box maximum, residential shredding only until the truck is full. Boxes or containers must be in the trunk or backseat for distribution. Boxes can not be left at the event. Find out if you have any unclaimed property/funds by visiting the Illinois Treasurer I-Cash booth. No appointment is necessary. Date: Friday, May 8, 2026 Time: 10 am to noon Location: Shorewood Village Hall at One Towne Center Blvd. For more information or any questions, please contact Rep. Larry Walsh Jr.'s Constituent Service Office at (815) 730-8600 or statereplarrywalshjr@gmail.com .
Annual Plant Swap
Sunday, May 17, 2026 · 1:00 PM · 25448 W Seil Rd, Shorewood, IL 60404
25448 W Seil Rd, Shorewood, IL 60404
Date : Sunday, May 17th, 2026 Location: Troy Township Office Parking Lot (25448 W. Seil Rd, Shorewood, IL) Time: 12 pm-2 pm Join us for our 4th annual plant swap. Bring your plants, cuttings, seeds, or plant accessories to share with others and make new plant friends! The plant swap is free to all residents of the Village of Shorewood, City of Joliet, and Troy Township. Plant Swap Rules ABSOLUTELY NO SELLING WILL BE ALLOWED. Everyone must have at least one plant, cutting, seeds (no commercial packets), plant accessory (example: macrame hangers, plant stands, decorative pots, non-disposable) to trade. All indoor and outdoor varieties are welcome. All plant items must be in individual pots, containers of water, or have their roots/lower stems wrapped in moist paper towels. Try to label your plants and include care instructions, if possible. Plant items must be pest-free and healthy. All swaps must be agreed to BY BOTH PARTIES. DO NOT grab plants without express permission from the owner. Swap yes, Swipe, no. Use the Honor System to ensure swaps are balanced and respectful. Be mindful of swapping equal amount of plants. No Commercial Landscapers & Swapping. Bring a cardboard box, wagon, cart, or other means for carrying your trades around. We will have a freebie table if you'd like to drop off any plants without needing a trade. Limited space will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Kids are welcome. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. If cancelled due to rain - swap date will move to Sunday, 31st from 12 pm - 2 pm.
Public Works Open House
Saturday, May 23, 2026 · 11:00 AM · 25914 W Mound Rd, Shorewood, IL
25914 W Mound Rd, Shorewood, IL
Date : Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 Location: Village of Shorewood Public Works Facility (25914 W. Mound Rd, Shorewood, IL) Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Village of Shorewood Public Works Department is hosting an open house on Saturday, May 23rd. Come tour the Public Works facility, enjoy refreshments, check out different equipment, and more!
Village Hall Closed - Memorial Day
Monday, May 25, 2026 · 9:00 AM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Friendly reminder: Village Hall will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. If you have a situation that requires immediate attention but is not an emergency, please contact our police non-emergency line at (815) 725-4636.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 25, 2026 · 10:00 AM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Date: Monday, May 25th Time: 9:00 am to 9:45 am Location: Veterans Memorial, One Towne Center Blvd., Shorewood, IL Please join us on Monday, May 25th at the Veterans Memorial in Towne Center Park at 9:00 am for a ceremony in remembrance of those who have secured our freedom.
Shorewood Artisan Market
Thursday, June 4, 2026 · 7:30 PM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Date: Thursdays in June & July Time: 6:30 pm Location: Towne Center Park, One Towne Center Blvd., Shorewood, IL The Shorewood Artisan Market is an opportunity for small business owners to sell handmade crafts, small-batch food products, produce, or other goods. The market is held every Thursday in June and July (excluding July 2, 2026) from 6:30-9:00 p.m. alongside Party in the Park. Each week, Party in the Park features movies and bands that attract a crowd of all ages. A message to vendors and small business owners: If you think your business would be a good fit for this event, please get in touch with parks@shorewoodil.gov for more information!
Party in the Park
Thursday, June 4, 2026 · 7:30 PM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Date: Thursdays in June & July Time: 6:30 pm Location: Towne Center Park, One Towne Center Blvd., Shorewood, IL It's officially Shorewood Summer! Grab your lawn chairs, picnic blankets, and coolers for a Party in the Park at Towne Center. Every Thursday in June and July (excluding July 2, 2026), from 6:30-9:00 p.m., will feature a band or movie for residents to enjoy at the amphitheater. Food trucks and Shorewood Artisan Market vendors will also be joining the fun, providing food and shopping options for all attendees. A band lineup will be released at the start of summer. Food Truck vendors and Artisan Market vendors may change weekly. Please follow the Village of Shorewood Facebook page for timely updates.
Shorewood BBQ & Brews
Saturday, June 6, 2026 · 1:00 PM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Date: Saturday, June 6th Time: 12:00 pm to 6 pm Location: Towne Center Park Kick off Summer in Shorewood with our annual BBQ and Brews! Join us for a great afternoon of relaxing and hanging out with area Breweries, BBQ, and Live Music. Bring a blanket or chairs to sit and listen to the music! **Entertainment and food lineup will be released closer to the event date**
Fishing Derby
Saturday, June 20, 2026 · 9:00 AM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Date: Saturday, June 20th Time: 8:00 - 9:30 am Location: One Towne Center Blvd., Shorewood, IL, on the west side of Village Hall This event is for children 12 and under. They must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to participate. Head over to Village Hall for our annual Children's Fishing Derby! Check-in will begin at 7:00 a.m. We will also have a list of all the pre-registered participants. The Fishing Derby will start at 8:00 a.m. All hooks will be out of the water at 9:30 a.m. Prizes will be awarded right after the hooks are taken out of the water. **Registration link will be released closer to event date** Registration is also available in person on the day of the event!!
Village Hall Closed - Independence Day
Friday, July 3, 2026 · 9:00 AM · 1 Towne Center Blvd
1 Towne Center Blvd
Friendly reminder: Village Hall will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. If you have a situation that requires immediate attention but is not an emergency, please contact our police non-emergency line at (815) 725-4636. Happy Fourth of July!
