Public Works Open House - Saturday, May 16

Join the Village of Deerfield and Deerfield Park District from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, for a kid- and adult-friendly Open House at Deerfield’s Public Works Facility, 465 Elm Street. Parking is available at the Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm Street.

This event is free for all ages and will feature:

• Tours and Exhibits
• Fun Giveaways
• Hands-On Activities
• Touch-a-Truck
• Prizes
• Vendors & Education
• Public Works Merchandise
• Free Compost Toolkits
• Hefty ReNew Bags

For more information, contact the Public Works Department at 847.317.7245.

Village Vehicle Stickers Due by July 1

Applications for 2026 vehicle stickers are in the mail and the online sales portal goes live on Monday, May 11. Stickers must be displayed on all vehicles registered or garaged in Deerfield by July 1.

Stickers for passenger vehicles cost $30 if purchased by June 30. After June 30, a 50 percent late penalty is assessed. If you do not receive your application, you still need to have your stickers by July 1. Additional applications are available online or at Village Hall. The Village offers an online payment system for vehicle stickers. Visit the Village website and click the “Pay Online” button on the homepage. There is no additional charge for online payment.

Additional vehicle sticker purchasing options include in-person at Village Hall, returning the renewal application by mail, or using the payment drop box located in the median just south of Village Hall on Jewett Park Drive. The deadline to display a new 2026 sticker is July 1.

This year’s sticker celebrates the 250 years since the founding of our country.

Save the Date: Deerfield Art Festival June 6-7

Kick off summer at the 4th Annual Deerfield Art Festival, returning to downtown Deerfield on Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Held in partnership with the Village of Deerfield Fine Arts Commission, this free, family-friendly event will feature more than 80 juried artists.

Visitors can explore a vibrant outdoor gallery showcasing original works in painting, photography, ceramics, furniture, jewelry, wood, fiber and more. In addition to shopping for one-of-a-kind art, guests can enjoy live music, interactive “Start to Paint” classes, and children’s activities in the “Kids Art Zone” and “Kids Art Stop.” A youth artist area will also highlight handmade creations by emerging young artists.

Festivalgoers can enjoy on-site food and nearby restaurant options throughout the weekend. Admission and parking are free, the event is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, and leashed dogs are welcome.