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 these beer festivals happening in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin this winter.

Lewis, the Vermont-born powerhouse, first found success with the 2000s-era hard rock band Staind.

Brett Young will bring his 2026 2.0 Tour to downtown Joliet Friday, Jan. 30.

KC and the Sunshine Band, known for hits like "Boogie Shoes," "That's the Way" and "Get Down Tonight" will be at Hollywood Casino Joliet on Saturday, Jan. 24.

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

The show will be performed Jan. 23-25 and Jan. 30-Feb. 1.

Crist will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre Jan. 23.

Not going to Soldier Field for the big game? Check out these sports bars in northern Illinois where you can catch all the action and enjoy food and drink specials.