Make the end of summer more memorable by planning a getaway at a unique resort or bed & breakfast in northern Illinois

From Romeoville to Pontiac, you’ll be surprised at all the hidden gems you discover during your wine-sampling excursion.

Visit the Yorkville Scarecrow Walk for the last time this season on Friday, or check out the Massacre Haunted House in Montgomery this weekend.

Find unique beers at Yorkville's Fox Republic Brewing or other nearby locations.

Discover the colors and activities of autumn at these parks in the Illinois Valley.

Check out these delightfully frightening haunted houses in northern Illinois, guaranteed to bring the scares this season.

The two-time Tony Award nominated musical is a family favorite that brings generations together to celebrate the magic of the holidays.

Check out these award-winning pizza places in Kane, Kendall and McHenry counties, as well as the Sauk Valley and Illinois Valley, to celebrate National Pizza Month during October.

Kendall County offers excellent paved and limestone-screened trails ideal for biking.

The Monster Mash Bash is Saturday afternoon at Oswego High School.

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.

From the powerful guitar duel in “Hotel California” to the shimmering harmonies of “Peaceful Easy Feeling,” Heartache Tonight brings fans a true Eagles concert experience.

These northern Illinois pumpkin farms are ready to welcome guests for a day of family-friendly fall fun.

These local arts and crafts fairs provide the perfect opportunity to shop for unique gifts and support local artists.

Watch football and baseball playoff games at one of these lively sports bars in northern Illinois.

Actors Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood will reunite with fans for "An Evening with the Hobbits: In Celebration of 25 Years," at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026.

Search for candy-filled eggs at Yorkville's Halloween Egg Hunt on Friday, Oct. 17.

The annual Halloween costume contest and egg hunt is returning to downtown Yorkville on Friday, Oct. 17.

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

The Illinois Valley has several haunted tours that explore the supernatural this Halloween season.

National Dessert Day is Tuesday, Oct. 14!

Try Detroit style pizza at restaurants in Bartlett, Elgin, Algonquin and Naperville.

The Virginia hillside where Quaker Run Vineyard is located is an unlikely spot for growing grapes.

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

A new boutique in Yorkville will have you ready to step into the mystic. Moon Phaze is a witchy, inclusive, sex-positive boutique, created for like-minded people to gather and share unique experiences and build community.

The Edith Farnsworth House in Plano will host its Fall Festival on Sunday, Oct. 12.

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.

Performances run Oct. 10-12 at the Sandwich Opera House.

Fall events in Kendall County include Yorkville's Scarecrow Walk, the Oswego Cemetery Walk, Fall Fest at the Kendall County Fairgrounds and more.

Looking for an outdoorsy getaway this season? Check out these four destinations in northern Illinois.

The Fall Fox Fest is Sunday, Oct. 5 in downtown Oswego.

Check out these fantastic fall festivals in Sycamore, St. Charles, Utica, Aurora and more.

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

The Oswego Cemetery Walk is set for Thursday, Oct. 2 at the Oswego Township Cemetery. This year’s “ghosts” include the “ghosts” of several Oswego historical figures, including Civil War era residents.

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

The Oswego Country Market, which is run by the Oswegoland Park District, opened for the season June 1. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday at 15 S. Main St. near the Village Grind Coffee and Tea Co. and the Oswego Public Library in downtown Oswego.

Yorktober Fest is Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept. 27 at Riverfront Park East in Yorkville.

The free festival is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club, and runs from 4 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26 and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27.

Guests can tour the cemetery in small groups and meet costumed interpreters portraying early pioneers and other historical figures from Montgomery’s past.

Participants can paint pumpkins, “Touch-A-Tractor,” play games, ride pedal tractors, create nature crafts and enjoy live folk music and seasonal treats.

From wine tastings to historic tours, Galena is the perfect destination for a quick weekend getaway.

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

Grammy-winning guitarist Cody Kilby will perform at the Sandwich farm's open air venue Saturday, Sept. 27 with Dre Anders and the Gibson Brothers.

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.

While many Oktoberfest celebrations happen in September, here's a list of German-themed beer festivals happening in October.

Try the Mega Hike at Starved Rock State Park.

The Prairie Point Pumpkin Patch replaces the long-standing Brew At The Bridge event, which had taken place at Hudson Crossing Park in Oswego. The event had seen declining attendance in recent years.

Fox Republic Brewing, The Law Office Pub & Music Hall will have live music events this weekend in Kendall County.

Events include Vintage Illinois Wine Festival, Redbud Creek Farm Fall Festival and more.