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

The historic Dole mansion will host the first Indoor Winter Market for the season on Sunday, Nov. 9.

La Salle's Frosty on First festival kicks off Friday, Nov. 7 and continues Saturday, Nov. 8. Ottawa's Shop, Sip & Sparkle also runs Nov. 7-8.

The Elgin Symphony Orchestra presents "Mozart & Mendelssohn” on Saturday, Nov. 8.

"Menopause The Musical 2" will be at the Dixon Historic Theatre for two shows on Saturday, Nov. 8.

The Pumpkin Smash event is Saturday, Nov. 8 at Prairie Point Community Park in Oswego.

The Soweto Gospel Choir, a 20-member South African ensemble, will perform at the McAninch Arts Center in Glen Ellyn Nov. 8.

Blumen Gardens will host a Holiday Open House Friday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 9 at its Sycamore location.

Enjoy a concert from The Red Roses on Friday, take an architectural tour of the Old Joliet Prison administration building on Saturday and more this weekend!

This show chronicles the amazing musical journey of the international pop star’s four-decade career from his time in Wham! through his illustrious solo career.

The Dixon Historic Theatre welcomes Dishwalla on Nov. 29, and Texas Flood on Nov. 9.

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

Highlights include Genera Hospital stars Chris L. McKenna and Rory Gibson on Nov. 22 and comedian Helen Hong Nov. 28-29.

Dolores Catania, star of “The Real Housewives of New Jersey” and Sonja Morgan of “The Real Housewives of New York City” will host a live, no-holds-barred conversation.

Classical Arts Entertainment presents “Swan Lake” Ballet at the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet on Sunday, Nov. 16.

Led by ESO Music Director Chad Goodman, the concert features works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Clara Schumann, and Felix Mendelssohn.

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

The Treehouses of Starved Rock are steps away from Starved Rock State Park’s system of picturesque hiking trails, canyons, waterfalls and bluffs.

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

National Sandwich Day is Monday, Nov. 3 Check out these award-winning sandwich shops in DeKalb, Kane and McHenry counties, Illinois Valley and Sauk Valley.

Check out this list of the best bakeries and donut shops in DeKalb, Kane, Kendall and McHenry counties, the Sauk Valley and the Illinois Valley.

Celebrate local veterans at Cantigny Park with Brew It Forward on Saturday, Nov. 8.

Enjoy a sweet stroll through Geneva, sampling cocoa-inspired treats at participating businesses.

This festive spin on the Tony-nominated hit brings together four legendary voices – Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley – for a one-of-a-kind holiday jam session at Sun Records.

British guitarist Steve Hackett celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Genesis album “The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway."

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

More than 30 downtown businesses will be open late, decked out for the holidays, and ready to kick off the festive shopping season.

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

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal music.

The Hair Band Experience is Friday, Nov. 14, while Clash of the Tribute Bands: Journey vs. Foreigner is Friday, Jan. 16.

The Arcada will also feature a number of tribute concerts throughout November, in additional to several national headliners.

The Geneva Steeple Walk is Sunday, Dec. 7 from 2-4:10 p.m.

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.

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

Young will be sharing the spirit of the season with his live take on holiday classics featured on his “It Must Be Christmas” album.

The Halloween Lights Trolley Tours run Thursday and Friday in Naperville, while the Great Midwest Train Show is Sunday in Wheaton.

The Dixon Historic Theatre is showing classic horror movies and will welcome Mariachi Rock Revolution on Halloween night.

Visit Insanity Haunted House in Peru or Nightmare Haunted Attraction in Princeton this Halloween weekend... if you dare!

Woodstock's Halloween on the Square Trick-or-Treating is 4-5 p.m. Friday, while Crystal Lake's Halloween Handout is 3-5 p.m. Friday.

Trick-or-treat at Louis Joliet Mall, or visit the Old Joliet Prison Haunted House or Curse of the Bayou in Lockport... if you dare!

Additional performers in the 2025-2026 season include the Soweto Gospel Choir, Cirque Kalabanté and many more.

ngelbert Humperdinck will bring his “A Winter World of Love: A Night of Holiday Classics & Greatest Hits” show to the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet Friday, Dec. 5.

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

Attendees will enjoy an afternoon of autumn fun and festive beverages at some of the Fox Valley’s favorite local establishments.

Enjoy a free concert from the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra, check out a Halloween-themed play at Stage Coach Players or trick-or-treat at the Ellwood mansion.

In addition to his acclaimed acting career, Daniels is also a celebrated singer-songwriter.

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

The first fast-casual concept in the Bien Trucha Group will close for a rebrand Saturday, Nov. 1.

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

Witaske is a St. Charles native who graduated from St. Charles East High School in 2001. He has appeared in shows like FOX's "New Girl" and HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm."