In its 51st year of festival fun, Algonquin’s Founders’ Days weekend is set to kick off at 5 p.m. Thursday in Towne Park, 100 Jefferson St.

On Friday, after 5 p.m. and Saturday after 1 p.m., the cost of entrance is $4 for adults and $2 for children. On Sunday, after noon the cost of entrance for adults is $2 and $1.

We have assembled a go-to guide that contains information about shuttle buses, the parade, fireworks and more!

Anticipate Road Closures — There will be numerous detours and delays while traveling through Algonquin from July 28 through July 31.

Parking Tips — What spots are off-limits and which ones are up for grabs.

Fireworks information — Spectators will not be allowed to remain on the bridge on Route 62.

Shuttle Buses — Pickup points and drop-off locations.

Taste of Founders’ Food Vendors — Hamburgers, pizza, corn, ice cream and more!

Carnival Wristband Information — A list of the dates and times the carnival is running.

Band Lineup — Featuring the best area bands and the Illinois Battle of the Bands.

Volunteers still needed to Help Kick Off the Algonquin Founders’ Days Parade — Looks great on college applications and scholarships.

Volunteer in two-hour shifts! — For details please contact the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce, 847-658-5300.

Founders’ Days Profiles:

• Honoree — Jerry Glogowski
• Parade grand marshal — Kelly Elizabeth Frank 
• Founders’ favorite — Dr. Tim Stirneman

For more information about Founders’ Days, visit the Founders’ Days website or Facebook page.