‘Lincoln’s Ottawa: Stories from Valley View’ take guests on a tour of several historic sites in the Illinois Valley related to Abraham Lincoln.

The cult classic film will be shown at its original filming location in Joliet on Oct. 4.

The band will perform classic oldies songs with modern energy Friday, Sept. 12 on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's rooftop.

The fall months bring several craft beer festivals throughout northern Illinois.

Water Street Studios in Batavia will celebrate their 16th anniversary on Friday, Sept. 12.

Isaak will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre on Friday, Dec. 12.

Check out the rotating cast of food trucks parked near your favorite Kane County brewery for an evening of delicious food and drink.

This live concert experience pays tribute to the iconic music and personalities that defined the golden age of FM radio.

The performance will be Thursday, Oct. 16 at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan.

The Sandwich Fair runs through Sunday, Sept. 7, and the DeKalb Kite Fest is also set for Sept. 7 at Kiwanis Park.

Visit Dellwood Park in Lockport for live battle reenactments, music, food and more!

Venue 1012 in Oswego will host Battle of the Lukes & Wasted on Wallen tribute bands on Saturday, Sept. 6.

The Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival is Sept. 6-7, and the DuPage Comic Con is Sept. 6 at the DuPage County Fairgrounds.

The Sumthins will perform at Ottawa's Washington Square Park on Saturday night.

The Grand Detour Arts Festival is Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, at the John Deere Historic Site.

Enjoy food, music and 18 holes of glow-in-the-dark mini golf at Lippold Park in Crystal Lake on Saturday night.

Illinois' oldest continuing county fair returns this week with a packed schedule.

The festival honors Rev. Owen Lovejoy’s contributions to the Underground Railroad and offers a blend of historical experiences and modern-day fun.

The Downers Grove Fine Arts Festival will bring more than 50 artists to the city's downtown for this two-day event.

Cantigny will offer a number of events this September, including a Revolutionary War Reenactment, Red Oak Farm Dinner, car show and more.

LaBelle, who has been called the “Godmother of Soul,” will perform hit songs like “Lady Marmalade,” “On My Own” and more from her six decades in the music industry.

The zoo's Frontera Farm-to-Table Dinner is Sept. 12, while Oktoberfest is set for Sept. 28. Many additional events are also scheduled throughout the season.

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

The annual SBC Invitation is Sunday, Sept. 28 at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Downers Grove.

Blackberry Smoke will rock the Rialto in downtown Joliet on Sunday, Sept. 28.

One new addition will be Uzu Revolving Sushi, which is a dine-in restaurant with a fresh take on rotary sushi. The restaurant is expected to open this Fall.

Check out this list of apple orchards in northern Illinois for perfect family fun this fall!

Sturdy Shelter Brewing’s third annual Oktoberfest will bring German traditions, live music and authentic food and drink to Batavia - in September.

Guzman Y Guzman, a Mexican fast-casual restaurant, will offer BOGO burritos or bowls from 4-11 p.m. Fridays September through November. Visit locations in Crystal Lake and Naperville.

The cafe makes 21 flavors of cheesecake from a longstanding family recipe.

Explore five beautiful backyards on the Cathedral Area’s Western Avenue while sampling wines from Bishop’s Hill Winery and other selections.

The series invites audiences to explore compelling ideas, fresh perspectives and dynamic stories from acclaimed speakers across arts, culture and human achievement.

Heritage Corridor Destinations partners with NCIArtworks for series of pop-up gallery shows.

The annual fall event is set for Sept. 5-7.

Featuring a carefully curated setlist of their greatest hits, this show will showcase the powerful harmonies, soaring ballads and electrifying performances.

This year's selections include 'The Lost Boys,' 'Night of the Living Dead' and more.

The Stage Coach Players will open its next production, the musical “Next to Normal,” on Sept. 11. The musical is scheduled to run for two weeks. “Next to Normal” tells the story of the effect of a mother’s bipolar disorder on her family.

You’ll find traces of the past in the city’s scenic nature areas and public parks, the boutique shops, restaurants and entertainment venues housed in historic downtown buildings.

The Novel Bloom is located in the former River Valley Designs space in Savanna. The book and flower shop serves coffee and pastries, and after 2 p.m., guests can enjoy a glass of wine.

The Fox Valley Folk Music & Storytelling Festival, held Sunday, Aug. 31, at Wheeler Park in Geneva was a meetup of "music, story and community," organizers say. The festival continues Monday, Sept. 1.

Relive the timeless music of Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline at Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake this fall.

Here are seven destinations for artisan drinks along Route 66, including stops in Plainfield, Lockport and Joliet.

Check out the variety of hilarious comedians and special events happening in September at The Comedy Vault in Batavia.

The Saturday event, taking place at Wilder Park from noon to 9 p.m., will feature seven bands, while the parade returns on Sunday.

National touring artists Orianthi, Buckcherry and Dishwalla will perform at The Dixon Theatre this fall.

Free Fallin will perform the music of Tom Petty at the Arcada Theatre in Sept. 11. Our House, a tribute band to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young will open the show.

The event, which brings together more than 30 of the Chicago area’s top chefs, is Thursday, Sept. 25 at Theatre on the Lake in Chicago.

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with Wine on the Hill in Peru, Music in the Park in Ottawa or at Court Street Pub's Block Party in Ottawa.

Cantigny Park in Wheaton will host live music in its beer garden Aug. 28-29, and The Last Fling is Aug. 29-Sept. 1 in downtown Naperville.

Yorkville's Hometown Days Festival open Friday and runs through Sunday at Beecher Park.