The St. Patrick’s Parade will begin at 2 p.m., stepping off at 6th Street onto Main Street to conclude at 4th Avenue. The parade will have bagpipers, local marching bands and more than 85 vibrant parade entries that celebrate the community.

Illinois and Wisconsin boast a wealth of spa getaways, offering luxurious pampering and relaxation just a short trip away.

Guests will visit 14 participating downtown Batavia businesses, each offering 1-ounce wine tastings with both red and white options at every stop.

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, famous for its Chicago-style deep dish pizza, signed a lease to occupy a former restaurant in Fox Haven Square, the city of St. Charles' newest entertainment district. The pizzeria looks to continue the city's resurgence of its eastern corridor.

The exhibition will feature a diverse array of media, ranging from fluid watercolors, to oils, photography, sculptural installations and pottery.

McCarthy has been the conductor and artistic director of the Fox Valley Festival Chorus for over 25 years, among many other titles.

Some of the hilarious comedians to appear include Sean Patton, Cactus Tate and Sam Tripoli.

St. Patrick's Day is Tuesday, March 17 but there's plenty of Irish fun with parades and parties across northern Illinois this weekend.

Tipton's artwork will be showcased through April at the St. Charles Public Library.

The Mediterranean-inspired eatery rooted in classic cooking, seasonal ingredients and shareable dining will hold a soft opening Friday with limited seating throughout the weekend.

Elgin Symphony Orchestra will perform Fauré Requiem, among other classical masterpieces, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7 at Hemmes Cultural Art Center in Elgin.

Hundreds of small, locally-owned boutiques and shops in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin will participate in this one-of-a-kind event March 6-7.

Guests will enjoy a full weekend itinerary, including a Friday night welcome reception with butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, intimate educational seminars, and a multi-course wine dinner paired with standout selections from the featured wineries.

The Vintage Shop Hop, featuring vintage, thrift and antique stores across northern Illinois and Wisconsin, is March 6 and 7.

Upcoming events include Felix & Fingers on March 13, Murder Mystery Dinner on March 27 and the annual Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch March 28-29.

Highlighting the best bars, breweries, coffee, treats and restaurants, the guide makes it easier than ever to eat local and explore the city’s vibrant dining scene.

Maple Fest returns this Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8 at the Nature Center, 930 N. River Road in North Aurora, inviting guests to step into the centuries-old tradition of turning maple sap into maple syrup.

Here are the winners for the best coffee shops in the Best of the Fox, Best of the Illinois Valley, DeKalb County's Finest and Sauk Valley Favorites contest.

Beyond the local favorites and hidden gems, a handful of suburban restaurants offer a touch of celebrity.

The Arcada Theatre will host a tribute concert to George Harrison Saturday, Feb. 28 and a tribute concert to Taylor Swift Sunday, March 1.

Five wines and three craft beers will be paired with cheese, appetizers and desserts from local merchants and bakers.

Courtney Reed is an acclaimed musical theatre performer and will be inducted into the Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame on Friday, March 27 at Eagle Brook Country Club in Geneva.

Escape these brutal winter temperatures with a day or weekend at these indoor waterparks in northern Illinois.

Dance and sing along to Taylor Swift's biggest hits at this tribute concert Sunday, March 1.

The Copley Comedy Series begins with headliner Tim Walkoe Saturday, Feb. 28.

If you're looking for a camping adventure this summer, check out Starved Rock Family Campground and other award-winning campgrounds across the country.

Check out these restaurants the next time you make plans for your weekend brunch.

“All in for Art” celebrates the work of Water Street Studios, a community art center that provides resident artist studios, a ceramics lab, School of Art, award winning galleries, community outreach and public art.

The harpsichord will be featured in the Baroque music performed at the Feb. 27 concert in Elgin.

The fine dining eatery is scheduled to open March 9 at 460 S Route 59.

The All Animal Expo is Sunday, Feb. 22 at the Kane County Fairgrounds.

The student choruses will come from Aurora, Carpentersville, Glen Ellyn, St. Charles and Sycamore high schools. Concerts will be held at Baker Memorial United Methodist Church.

National Margarita Day is Sunday, Feb. 22. Check out where you can find the best margarita in your area.

National Drink Wine Day is Wednesday, Feb. 18.

Years of collective work, vineyard refinement and expanded production capacity have elevated Stoller Family Estate's wines to their clearest expressions yet.

The concert will feature a video retrospective that includes songs covering five decades and the band's 14 studio records.

Axe throwing is a great way to have fun and blow off some steam. Here are are locations around northern Illinois.

Villa Verone Ristorante Italiano is a family-owned business that features authentic Southern Italian fine cuisine.

Rocker Bret Michaels will bring his solo band to the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles Friday, Feb. 13.

Impress your Valentine with decadent chocolate from one of these gourmet chocolate shops in northern Illinois.

This unofficial holiday, celebrated annually on Feb. 13, is a time for ladies to ditch the romance and have an evening out with your best girls.

Check out what Shaw Local audiences voted as the best romantic and fine dining restaurants in Kane, DeKalb, Will and McHenry counties, as well as the Illinois Valley.

This elegant event will feature curated cocktails and a prix fixe, chef-designed gourmet dinner, followed by the live performance.

Enjoy a romantic dinner to celebrate Valentine's Day at one of these restaurants in northern Illinois.

"Million Dollar Quartet" will run March 4-May 31 at the intimate Stolp Island Theatre in downtown Aurora.

Bret Michaels will bring his Loud & Amplified 2026 Tour to St. Charles on Friday, Feb. 13.

Known as “garden railroads,” the large-scale model trains bring a larger-than-life miniature world to the Morton Arboretum in Lisle.

Long inspired by the food, culture, and hospitality of New Orleans, the team is celebrating with a one-night-only lineup of Mardi Gras specials.

Fun ideas include checking out a unique local museum or attending a roller derby bout.

These clever and interactive performances by the renowned Second City Touring Company will feature an uproarious array of classic sketch comedy, songs and more.