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Dixon Stage Left Artistic Director Jimmy Ferraro will add a new twist to the community theater scene by offering a senior theater for people 55 and older.

Lockport is hosting its 52nd Old Canal Days festival this weekend featuring a carnival, food court, artisan vendors, beer garden, entertainment and special events. The festival runs through Sunday. The event is held at 303 W. Second St.

Woodstock's Food Truck Festival takes place 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 7 on Woodstock Square.

Party for a purpose during the B4 Summer Festival from 3 to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 7 at Richardson Adventure Farm, 909 English Prairie Road, Spring Grove.

Three local businesses were named as favorite Bar/Tavern in the 2025 Sauk Valley Favorites contest.

24 world-renowned artists contribute to new exhibit that's now open for viewing.

Fourteen locations around the Fox River Valley are participating in this year's Arts Ramble.

Looking for things to do in DeKalb County? Check out the CASA 5K Color Run in Sycamore, Sunday at Sandwich Market, Kids Concerts in the Park in DeKalb and more.

Check out these candy shops in northern Illinois that are worth visiting... this month, or any time of the year!

The venue will be the permanent home for Students on Stage, a subsidiary of Schaumburg On Stage, and point2point productions.

Other events include the Dixon Municipal Band's first concert of the season on Thursday, and the Discover Dixon Block Party and Sauk Valley Community College's Child Fair, both on Saturday.

With everything from duck derbies to tractor treks, there is plenty to do in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

A major antiques show, date night options, entertainment at Morton Arboretum, vintage cars, debut of performance venue, festival fun and an arts weekend are all on tap in DuPage and Cook counties.

The fForest Fest, which derives its name from “fForest,” a Norwegian word meaning to “Do, Be and Make in Nature,” is a vendor market and music festival.

Summer is in full swing with festivals lined up in Woodstock, Spring Grove and Harvard this weekend in McHenry County.

Cocktails in the Park is set for Saturday, July 26 at Appleton Park.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including an aquatic yoga class, paper airplane competition, and waterpark family fest.

Features of Old Canal Days in Lockport include a carnival, food trucks, craft vendors, beer garden, wine tent and live music.

The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy event will feature unique retelling of Poe's chilling stories, as well as paired craft cocktails.

From outdoor music to shopping opportunities, there is plenty to do around Kane County this weekend.

Lockport's annual Old Canal Days festival will take place from June 4-8, 2025 with a carnival, parade, fireworks, food, and live entertainment.

From the first Cruis'n the Square in downtown Kankakee to a Frank Lloyd Wright birthday party, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Enjoy a bike ride around Crystal Lake, followed by the Night Owl After Party at Raue Center.

The second Bradley 315 Music Fest takes to the stage Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the east area of the Northfield Square mall parking lot.

It's that time of year. With warm weather months, comes the return of community cruise nights throughout Will County.

Country music stars Kelsey Hart and Delaney Ann kicked summer off with a concert Saturday, May 31, 2025, along the riverfront in Dixon.

River Country 101.7 kicked off summer country style with a concert along the riverfront Saturday, May 31, 2025, featuring artists Kelsey Hart and Delaney Ann.

Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual outdoor Pops Concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 1, in the music shell at Riverview Park in Clinton, Iowa. The concert is free and open to the public in appreciation for public support through the past 71 years.

The full-day event features entertainment and wine in the gardens for an exceptional Father’s Day experience in Wheaton.

Sim Racing South Barrington reproduces the racing experience by putting patrons behind the wheel of race cars in cockpits equipped with three driver-facing video screens.

Enjoy live bands, beverages Wednesday, June 11 on the 1st Street Plaza.

Enjoy trolley rides, baseball, and more this weekend across the Illinois Valley.

Go fishing with the family in Spring Grove and attend the grand opening of an outdoor venue in Marengo this weekend in McHenry County.

The fourth annual Bellson Music Fest is set for Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Rock Falls as is Discover Dixon’s Summer Block Party in Dixon.

Wine on the Hill events, which feature live music in the afternoons, and Cave Tasting Experiences begin in May and run through October at August Hill Winery in Peru.

Experience Cantigny in a new way through music, art, food, and nature during ‘Feast of the Senses’ this summer.

Enjoy live music Saturday at the Joliet Area Historical Museum as part of the museum's 2025 Summer Outdoor Rooftop Concert Series.

Summer concerts in Downers Grove, farmers markets, a major art exhibition and a stage comedy gem are happening this weekend.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a community clean-up event, summer trail run, and history book club meeting.

From concerts to board games, there is plenty to do in Kane County this weekend.

The event is Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 at the Old Joliet Prison Haunted House in Joliet.

The fair runs from Tuesday, Aug. 12, through Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield St. in Morrison.

Enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting along Batavia's beautiful Riverwalk.

Works by Katsushika Hokusai, Utagawa Hiroshige and 15 of their contemporaries from 1603-1868 in Edo — present-day Tokyo — highlight a new exhibition, “Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection.”

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The sky around Galena will be filled with vibrant colors during the popular three-day event at Eagle Ridge Spa, which also includes live music and family-friendly activities.

As the theater troupe's president, Jocelyn Adamski has plans to grow ETC and elevate the excitement over its offerings.

From the Sunset Stroll to the Strawberry Jazz Fest, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Six Flags is launching a “Summerbration” packed with immersive events, live entertainment on the Midway and specialty food offerings.

The Beth Fowler Dance Company and School of Dance will hold performances of “Fame & More” in June to conclude its 2024-2025 season.