Enjoy an enchanting afternoon or magic, wizards and witches at the historic Woodstock Square.

Lumenaura, billed as an interactive light and sound experience in downtown Aurora, is on display through Oct. 26.

Featured will be selections from soaring Puccini and Verdi operas to musicals of Rodgers and Hammerstein and themes of beloved movies.

3D Sideouts in Island Lake is a great place to watch a game, with 30 indoor and outdoor TVs, as well as the Sunday NFL Ticket package.

David Koechner is known for his roles as Todd Packer on "The Office" and Champ Kind from "Anchorman."

Beatles tribute band Abbey Road and Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction will perform separate sets and a combined encore at their Oct. 24 show.

Reiser will perform at the Glen Ellyn venue on Friday, Oct. 17.

Black will bring his Back On The Blacktop Tour to the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet on Thursday, Nov. 13.

Guests will hear accounts of unexplained occurrences experienced not only by the Grams family, who own the museum, but also by employees and visitors over the decades.

The Seas the Night World Tour stops at the downtown Joliet theatre Oct. 30.

Did you guess Ned Ryerson as the 2026 Woodstock Groundhog Days special guest? If so, “Bing!”

Interactive highlights include responsive light sculptures, laser graffiti, enchanted fountains, train car installations, rooftop laser shows and more.

The political satire group will perform two shows on Sunday, Oct. 12 on the College of DuPage campus.

Here are the winners for Best Taco and Best Mexican Restaurant in the 2025 Best of the Fox, Best of the Illinois Valley and Sauk Valley Favorites contests.

Country music Hall of Fame member John Anderson will be at the Joliet theatre Oct. 9.

Australian-born guitarist Orianthi will perform Oct. 11, while rock band Buckcherry takes the stage Oct. 19.

The '25 Years of Paradise' tour celebrates the 25th anniversary of Vassar’s breakout No. 1 single, 'Just Another Day in Paradise.'

Cast members from "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" will perform their new improv show at the Joliet theatre Oct. 31.

The 75-25 Reserve Light Whiskey won high honors at the Heartland Whiskey Competition.

The band is touring to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its debut album 'Sparkle and Fade.'

The company’s premiere of “The Great Gatsby” is a Broadway-style take on the iconic story.

Fusing modern electro-pop with retro grooves and cinematic energy, Rosaway offers a captivating live show featuring flute, drums and soulful vocals that blend French sophistication with infectious, danceable rhythms.

It's a weekend of fall fun in Ottawa, with the Scarecrow Fest Saturday and Fall Fest on Sunday.

Lisa Ann Walter is known for her role as Melissa Schemmenti on ABC’s smash hit “Abbott Elementary."

Fans can see Taylor Swift's new music video, behind the scenes footage and more in this special movie screening.

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

Fans of Rock ‘n Roll music are in for a treat Oct. 5 when FoxFest returns to Geneva venues.

For the entire month, wine lovers are encouraged to host small, casual get-togethers to celebrate their love of wine.

The lineup includes several national touring artists, tribute shows, classic movies with Q & A with their stars, comedy shows, holiday performances and more.

Several Illinois Target stores will be among those staying open for the midnight release of Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” How far will you have to travel to get in line?

The 2025-26 season opens Oct. 4 and Oct. 5 at the McAninch Arts Center, located on the campus of College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn.

Explore the spooky side of Kendall County at upcoming programs in October.

Take a ghost tour of the historic building on Wednesdays in October, and enjoy craft beer and spirits at McHenry Brews & Barrel Fest Oct. 18.

People flock to downtown Crystal Lake for the annual Johnny Appleseed Festival and - a new feature - Taste of Downtown on Saturday. The festival featured live performances, food and family-friendly activities.

For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo—known worldwide as the Long Island Medium—has touched the lives of millions of fans,

McHenry's Light the Night 2025, which happens Saturday, Sept. 27, includes fireworks and grand opening for the McHenry Riverwalk's last two sections.

Now through Nov. 2, the Volo Museum invites guests to step aboard its train for an extraordinary journey where history and mystery intertwine.

Nick's Tavern in Lemont beat out Crystal Lake-based food truck Smash'D Burgers and Fries in a WGN competition for best burger in the Chicago area.

The southern Will County vineyard will host a grape stomp event on Saturday, Sept. 27.

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

Fan Halen will perform at Raue Center for the Arts in downtown Crystal Lake Saturday, Sept. 27.

The much-anticipated fall festival features a carnival, fireworks, parade, craft show, water fights, live music and so much more.

The fall fun festival will open in Lake Zurich on Sept. 26 in Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road. Jack O’Lantern World in Lemont, to be held at The Forge Lemont Quarries, 227 Heritage Quarries Drive, will open for its first year Oct. 2.

The 27th version of the Manteno Oktoberfest begins Thursday and runs through Sunday in the heart of the village's business district.

The event runs from 5-9 p.m. in downtown Aurora on Friday, Sept. 26.

The Napa Valley winery is known for high quality Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

The fall events include October's Roots & Wine Dinner and November's Friendsgiving Farm Dinner.

The annual autumn event is Friday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 28.

A Crystal Lake-based food truck and a Lemont restaurant beat out dozens of competitors for the best burger and are now in the championship round in WGN radio’s first-ever Chicago’s Very Own Eats: Best Burgers Tournament.

Try the Mega Hike at Starved Rock State Park.