Leave the cooking and clean up to someone else on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!

Actor Eric McCormack will perform with Laura Bell Bundy on March 6.

he 4th annual event will feature performances by Randomosity recording artists Ashley & Simpson of Downers Grove, Patty Peace of Chicago, singer songwriter Jim Gary and Midwest troubadour Mark Dvorak.

The musical will run March 4 through May 31 at the Paramount's Stolp Island Theatre in downtown Aurora.

The summer concert series, which offers free shows in July, will feature Smash Mouth, Air Supply, Fitz and the Tantrums, Foreigner and more.

Salt Creek Ballet will have several performances of 'The Nutcracker' this weekend at the McAninch Arts Center in Glen Ellyn.

Five performances will be held the weekend of Dec. 19-21.

Celebrate the New Year at these exciting events in northern Illinois.

Visit these spectacular light shows and displays this Christmas season.

Under the master baton of Maestro Dan Pasquale D’Andrea, this year’s program includes music featuring the 250th anniversary of America, along with a splendid array of vocal and instrumental solos.

KC and the Sunshine Band are known for their hits “That’s the Way (I Like It),” “Boogie Shoes” and “Get Down Tonight.”

Acclaimed soprano and MAC favorite Alisa Jordheim is featured in the highly entertaining program incorporating classical, opera and pops music with a champagne toast.

'Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular' will be at the Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora on Saturday, Jan. 17.

Check out these theaters across northern Illinois that are bringing holiday classics like "The Nutcracker" and "A Christmas Carol" to life this season.

Check out these sparkling wine selections

The concert will feature festive favorites including “O Holy Night,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Carol of the Bells of Notre Dame” and more.

The DuPage Symphony Orchestra will present two holiday concerts on Sunday, Dec. 14 in Naperville.

Enjoy brunch with Santa, holiday parties, Christmas Day brunch, New Year's Eve celebration and much more at this classic Lake Geneva resort.

Check out holiday themed bars at locations around the suburbs, including Oak Brook, Naperville, St. Charles, South Elgin and more.

Celebrate the holidays with a family brunch at these locations in northern Illinois.

Owner Jason Krapausky, a longtime Wheaton resident, says his is the only 100% NA bottle shop in Illinois outside of the city of Chicago.

The Greggory is centered around live-fire cooking in an open-show kitchen with a menu that includes dishes such as bone-in prime rib, Slagel Farms rotisserie chicken and Mediterranean sea bass.

Enjoy food and drink specials at 18 participating restaurants in downtown Glen Ellyn.

Elmhurst's Hometown Holiday Family Fun Day is Saturday, Dec. 6 at City Centre Plaza.

This comedy revue roasts everything from classic holiday movies to family gatherings to office parties with seasonal songs and more.

The choir’s 41st annual Christmas concerts will highlight seasonal songs, featuring virtuoso guitarist Goran Ivanovic.

The brilliant light and color show runs through Jan. 3.

Check out the shows and live performances at venues like the Rialto Square Theatre, Woodstock Opera House, Raue Center for the Arts, Egyptian Theatre and more!

The Festival of Lights and Christmas tree sale kick off Friday, Nov. 28.

Make plans to spend a day exploring the historic city of Galena during the holiday season.

The Chicago-based ensemble returns to Chamber Music on the Fox with timeless classics and works of contemporary composers.

The concert will feature members of Sinfonietta Bel Canto, Sinfonietta DuPage and guests.  

Events include visits with Santa and the Jolly Jamboree with crafts, photo ops and more.

Downers Grove Main Street Tree Lighting is Friday, Nov. 28.

Anderson’s special guest is Italian guitarist Alberto Lombardi.

The Christkindlemarket opens Friday, Nov. 21 at RiverEdge Park in downtown Aurora.

Upcoming events include Sports and Fun with Santa, Whoville Holiday and Holiday Hoedown.

Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, Nov. 27 in 2025. Make your dinner reservations now and leave the cooking and clean up to someone else!

The historic home and grounds in Wheaton will be awash in color for the next month and beyond as Christmas at Cantigny returns Friday

Christmas at Cantigny opens for the holiday season on Friday, Nov. 21.

This holiday festival features light shows with McCormick House tours, ice skating, holiday treats, and a new, magical twist to Sunday nights.

Wander the zoo, marvel at the millions of lights and sip Elf-inspired cocktails at the Nov. 20 event.

In the third installment of the Christmas at Pemberley trilogy, two friends forge their own way in a Christmas season tale filled with music, ambition and sisterhood.

Steve Cochran and Company return Nov. 15 and The Second City's annual holiday revue is set for Nov. 20-Dec. 23 in Paramount’s Copley Theatre.

Downtown Wheaton is offering a variety of family-friendly events to celebrate the holidays this season.

Holiday events include the annual Reindeer Run, Holiday Sip & Stroll, Dinner with Santa and more!

Performances of “Hansel and Gretel” will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16, at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in Downers Grove.

Get a sneak peak at Morton Arboretum's "Illumination: Tree Lights" holiday light show at IllumiBrew on Friday, Nov. 14.

Check out this list of national chains and locally-owned restaurants offering specials to service members on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Explore the fine wines of Italian winery Tenuta Luce as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.