Come and See

St. Mary Summer Fest 2026

Join us on the St. Mary parish grounds for great food, live music, family carnival activities, and guided church tours each day!

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Festival overview

This four-day parish festival welcomes neighbors and returning families with Orthodox hospitality to enjoy carnival attractions, local food vendors, and live music performances.

At a glance

Festival dates

Thursday, June 4 through Sunday, June 7

Location

St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Church, Palos Heights, Illinois

Attractions

Carnival rides, live music, and great food, all in a mix of local and exotic flavors

Admission

Adults $5; Children Free (5 and under)

Gallery

Carnival lights and family rides after sunset

Festival-goers enjoying carnival rides under evening lights — Carnival lights and family rides after sunset

Parish favorites and festival food served all weekend

Freshly prepared festival food served by parish volunteers — Parish favorites and festival food served all weekend

Neighbors and families gathering across the parish grounds

Visitors gathering near Saint Mary Church during the festival — Neighbors and families gathering across the parish grounds

Celebrate the weekend in the heart of the parish community

A festive view of the Saint Mary parish grounds — Celebrate the weekend in the heart of the parish community

Join us in fellowship

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