
Festivals are blooming across northern Illinois this month.

For more than 25 years, Black Label Society, led by Zakk Wylde, has remained a relentless force in heavy, blues-driven hard rock and metal, crafting songs that celebrate the highs and lows of everyday life.
The Rialto Square Theatre presents the Lithuanian Opera "Marta" on Sunday, May 10. Celebrate mom at weekend events in Joliet and Mokena.

Check out these farmers markets opening for the 2026 season in northern Illinois.

This extraordinary production, which honors seven decades of dedication to preserving Lithuanian culture, will be at the Rialto Square Theatre May 10.

Yachtley Crew will celebrate the best of "yacht rock" at Hollywood Casino Joliet May 8.

Spring is here, and that means it's the perfect season to get out and explore new destinations.

Savor a variety of flavors this spring and summer at these vibrant food truck festivals in northern Illinois.

Spring is here, and that means the return of some of the area's most popular beer and wine festivals of the year.


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