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The Conservation Foundation is offering a full summer lineup of free, family-friendly events at Dickson-Murst Farm in Montgomery and McDonald Farm in Naperville.
Enjoy live music and wine, beer and more at Wine Down Wednesdays in East Dundee, beginning June 9.
Events happening in May and June include Revolutionary War Weekend June 13-14, Red Oaks Farm Table dinners and more.
Rockford is full of things to do! From nature escapes to adventure centers and museums, the city is a perfect place for a day trip.
The popular rodeo will feature a mixture of traditional rodeo competitions and world-class entertainment performances.
Visit all participating ice cream shops around McHenry County through Sept. 30 and receive a discount card on a future purchase.
Star Wars Day is set for Saturday, June 6 in downtown Joliet.
Cream of Wheaton runs June 4-7 at Memorial Park and in downtown Wheaton.
Zydeco Voodoo kicks off the 2026 season of Jammin' at the Clock in Streator on Friday, June 5.
The Bellson Music Fest, which honors Rock Falls native Louie Bellson, is Saturday, June 6.
The Limelight Theatre Company presents the comedy play "Sticker" June 3-6 in Oswego.
Sample a variety of wines at Batavia Uncorked Saturday, June 6.
The fourth annual festival will features craft beer, wine and bourbon tasting, live music, family games and much more.
The popular summer festival opens Wednesday, June 24 and runs through Sunday, June 28 in downtown Geneva.
Batavia Uncorked is a casual outdoor wine event for adults 21 and over, featuring unique wines along with food, live music and the relaxed ambience of the Batavia Riverwalk at the Peg Bond Center.
It's summer beer and wine festival season! Check out these events happening throughout the suburbs.
Summer is almost here, and that means it's festival season across northern Illinois.
The festival will be from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 12, in Montgomery's downtown area along Fox River.
Guests will explore the theatre by flashlight while hearing eerie stories, haunted legends and fascinating history from one of DeKalb’s most iconic landmarks.
Downtown Kankakee's Friday Night Concert Series continues Friday, June 5 with a performance by Todd Hazelrigg + River Valley Rangers.
Check out these family-friendly and adults-only summer events with the Glen Ellyn Park District.
Check all the fun events happening this month in Joliet!
Chicago Snowballs vs. Rocket Squirrels will perform sports entertainment at Northwestern Medicine Stadium in Geneva on Saturday, June 6.
June is National Candy Month.
The third Bradley 315 Fest, a weekend of live music, food and entertainment, is set to begin Thursday at the Northfield Square mall property.
Three summer events at the Powers-Walker House allow visitors of all ages to immerse themselves in a historical experience through the help of volunteers in historical attire.
Here’s when and where to catch cruise nights in the Joliet area
Coming together to represent the vibrancy of the community, children, students and parents alike dabbled in street painting to help bring a local high school student’s vision to life.
Check out these farmers markets opening for the 2026 season in northern Illinois.
STC Live! kicks off Wednesday, June 3 on the 1st Street Plaza.
The iconic musical "Million Dollar Quartet" wraps up its extensive run at Aurora's Stolp Island Theatre Sunday, May 31.
Wild Bill Days is set for Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, at locations in Utica, Mendota and Troy Grove.
The band Hoodwink'd will perform Friday as part of the Rooftop Music Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum.
The hit musical "Million Dollar Quartet" ends its long run at downtown Aurora's Stolp Island Theatre on May 31.
Whatshername, a tribute to Green Day, will perform May 30 at The Dixon Historic Theatre. Dement Town Music Fest is also set for May 30.
The concert lineup features 22 tribute performances that honor Bruce Springsteen, Grateful Dead, Garth Brooks, REO Speedwagon and more.
Known for his astonishing illusions, quick wit and unforgettable stage presence, Westford has captivated audiences around the world.
Among the trays of sparkling gemstones and rugged mineral specimens lining the shelves, there are rocks from every continent in the world.
Joliet's new City Square, located across from the Rialto Square Theatre, will host many family-friendly events this summer, including live music, a farmers market, outdoor story time and more.
From neighborhood street fairs to beloved small-town traditions and Route 66 Centennial celebrations, these events reflect the state’s culture, food and music.
Roaring Nights concert series, new Dinos! Experience and anniversary celebrations headline can’t-miss summer lineup.
Check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.
The launch is from Cornish Park in Algonquin and paddlers will head downstream to East Dundee, enjoying a smooth, uninterrupted route with no portages.
The Glen Ellyn Park District is expanding its popular Thirsty Thursday on the Deck series from three events to five for the 2026 season.
Provecho, a new Venezuelan homemade food restaurant, opened recently at 131 E. Lincoln Highway, in DeKalb.
The event will feature 13 authors and a curated menu. Admission to the author fair is free with a purchase from the cafe.
Memorial Day weekend ushers in food specials, midweek carload pricing options and more.
The big screen will equate with big savings at the McHenry Outdoor Theater this summer.