5 Things to Do

Eclectic activities feature a highly anticipated regional premiere at Drury Lane Theatre, bluegrass, ABBA tribute, magic show and a celebration of science and history with a local documentary presented at the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including an industrial tour, community clean-up, and spring wine fest.

This weekend explore a French market, listen to the swinging sounds of the Big Band Era, and more.

Check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Plant trees in Huntley for Arbor Day and learn about wild weather in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.

Ten members of WriteOn Joliet will explore various aspects of heroism in original radio-style stories and poems.

A radio play adaptation of "My Favorite Wife," Healthy Kids Day, Earth Day, a Doors cover band and a car show are among the activities in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

Shop at Dixon Lioness Lions Club’s Quartermania on April 29 in Dixon; play trivia to support Sterling's Christ Lutheran School on May 10.

Looking for something to do this upcoming Easter weekend in DeKalb County? Check out some ideas here, along with previews for local family-friendly events to expect this spring.

Special events range from The Morton Arboretum's Arbor Day Plant Sale and a production of "Our Town" at the MAC to live music, a showcase of jewelry artistry and an interactive exhibition on farming in DuPage County at the Elmhurst History Museum.

Check out these 5 things to do in and near Kankakee County this weekend.

Ride the train with the Easter Bunny in Union and hunt for eggs in Johnsburg this weekend in McHenry County.

Get the family out for Easter egg hunts and free photos with the Easter Bunny in the Joliet area this weekend.

A skydiving Easter bunny, Easter centerpiece workshop, adult egg hunt, bunny run and underwater egg hunt are among the activities in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

Rock River Madness bicycling event is May 3 in Dixon; Wed on the Rock is May 4 in Oregon.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a family bingo night, spring egg hunt and poetry in the park.

Celebrate the Earth and enjoy the weather with five things to do this week in Kane County:

Shop at a craft fair at the McHenry VFW and hop along a bunny trail in Lake in the Hills this weekend in McHenry County.

An acclaimed guest violinist, a debut Spring Fest at Brookfield Zoo Chicago and a winning fish fry and foreign film will be part of the fun.

Sci-Fest, Naturescapes art exhibition, Route "Flute" 66 and Easter egg hunts are among the events in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre in Joliet is hosting a National Poetry Month Open Mic & Festival for poets, singers and rappers on Saturday.

The Next Picture Show, Dixon, also will host a Chapter and Verse Open Mic Night for the area’s authors Friday, April 11, that will appear on a local video podcast.

Tony-winning best play “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” is part of a lineup that includes creating eye-catching gardens and enjoying live music for every taste in DuPage and Cook counties.

Celebrate Easter with your dog in McHenry and shop at a local market in Algonquin this weekend in McHenry County.

Skaters from Inwood Skate School will entertain the community with their skating skills on Friday and Saturday's Gliding Through Space Ice Show.

Tickets available for the Rock River Chapter of Ducks Unlimited banquet that will be April 26 in Rock Falls.

"The Miracle Worker" will be performed at Stage 212 in La Salle and "Hello Dolly!" at IVCC. There also will be shows put on by Poco a Poco in Streator, the Starved Rock Pop Singers in Ottawa and a chance to see Amanda Mammana in Princeton.

Learn about gardening at MCC and get into spring break mode at D.C. Cobbs in McHenry.

Entertainment will range from a Margarita & Sangria Festival to comedy, an edgy play, a banjo great, Paint & Sip Night! and an exhibit paying tribute to inspiring Illinois pioneer women.

Representatives from Hoo Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center will be at Wild Birds Unlimited on Saturday with two birds, a few reptiles and some mammals.

The Next Picture Show, Dixon, will host a Chapter and Verse Open Mic Night for the area’s authors April 11.

A Roaring 20s themed drawdown, an Illinois Valley baseball exhibit, a presentation of "Catch Me If You Can," a trivia night and spring craft show are among the activities in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

Here are a few fun things to do this weekend in the McHenry County area.

An eclectic weekend will color March with everything from rising young vocalists to Broadway tunes in a heartfelt benefit for the love of live theater, a true-history play and an arts and crafts fair.

Meet adoptable dogs from Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue in Joliet on Saturday at TSC Tractor Supply Co. in Channahon.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a board game night, chocolate workshops and electronic recycling event.

A spring break party, meditative event and more are coming up in Kane County.

The Storytellers Studio Session, the Shadows of the Blue and Gray Ball, Woodland's spring carnival, a princess tea party and migratory bird discovery hike are five things to do in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

The Franklin Grove American Legion Post 497 also will have a pancake and sausage breakfast from 7-10 a.m. Saturday, March 22.

A St. Patrick's Day eve concert, a noted guest flutist showcased by the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra, jazz greats, military memorabilia and a day devoted to native plants are featured in DuPage and Cook counties.

Illinois Valley residents will have opportunities to celebrate St. Patrick's Day across the region with a number of events, including parades in La Salle, Utica and Marseilles.

Joliet West High School's 2025 spring musical is "The Secret Garden" and performances will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the high school auditorium.

A farmers market, a St. Patrick's Celebration and more are coming up in Kane County.

There are several exciting events coming up in Kendall County, including Disney Trivia, a Coffee and Cocoa Jewelry Making event and more.

Classical Blast in Kilts concert, Dixon Family YMCA Shamrock 5K and annual St. Patrick's Day parade on slate of things to do.

Take a nighttime family walk in Woodstock and shop vintage all around McHenry County this weekend.

From glass collectibles to a celebration of women's history and art to concerts and theater, fun is in store in DuPage and Cook counties.

Sidewalk Prophets concert will be March 19 in Walnut; Ready Set, Grow workshop is March 29 at Sauk Valley Community College.

5 things to do in the Illinois Valley includes a dixieland banjo band, a symphony orchestra, day trivia, a sports card and collectibles show and Mad Hatter's Tea.

Coming up around the Joliet area. Jazz Showcase and Taco Night at Lockport East H.S., "Calendar Girls" at Front Street Theatre in Mokena and a beer and wine tasting fundraiser for Zonta Club to name a few.