You can now book your trip for a tour along the I&M Canal on our 1840s-Replica, Mule-Powered I&M Canal Boat. In addition to the leisurely 60-to-90-minute ride, the experience includes the opportunity to meet Moe the Mule as part of our "Mule Tending 101" pre-tour introduction, be
New for this year, we’re dedicating the 11:30 am ride each day to providing a fun adventure for our younger passengers aged 5-12. Purchase tickets for the 11:30 am I&M Canal Boat Ride, and children and their guardians will discover what it would have been like to
The Titanic sank in the frigid Atlantic Ocean on the night of April 14-15, 1912. The tragic loss of over 1,400 lives that night, the failures of the great unsinkable ocean liner, the insufficient lifeboats, all would affect legislation of ship building and sea travel in the
This ongoing program runs from Thursday, May 23, to Friday, June 7. Preserve hours are 8 a.m. to sunset. Travel along Four Rivers’ Woodland Loop Trail and discover the remarkably unique life cycle of the periodical cicada. “Cicada Symphony,” written by Sue Fleiss, is rhythmic, engaging and
It's summer vacation time, but humans aren't the only animals that travel. Whether a short leap or a long migration, wildlife is also on the go! Hike the shoreline of Snapper Pond to follow Travel Tales, an outdoor exploration trail. Ten resident animals are featured at the
The annual Old Canal Days attracts thousands of residents and visitors from all over the state to celebrate the I&M Canal and its contributions to the success of Lockport. The summer festival features a carnival, beer garden, live music, artisan market, food trucks, wine tent, family entertainment,
"Beyond the Blonde" Tribute to Pink, Gwen Stefani & Lady Gaga. Free concert series! Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street. Bring your blankets & chairs for free open seating. Seating opens at 6:00 p.m., music begins at 7:00 p.m. Food and drink will be available
View the annual Old Canal Days Parade march through downtown Lockport on State Street. The parade will begin at 12th Street and travel north on State Street, ending at 3rd Street.
Come to Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables and fruits! Also featured are home baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade soaps and fresh roasted coffee. With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL it FRESH, your
Our Summer Market Schedule is here! Save the dates and join us for the very best outdoor market around. We can't wait to see you!
Join the Utica Garden Club at their annual Garden Faire & Plant Sale!
Poco a Poco offers two levels of training and experience for young musicians throughout our week-long festival: A young artist program for incoming high school freshmen through graduated seniors (at the time of the Summer Music Fest), and Junior Faculty positions for college-aged musicians or recent college
The Joliet City Center Partnership will once again be hosting the 2024 Salsa Fest. In addition to having amazing Mexican food and salsa tastings, Salsa Fest will have bilingual DJ entertainment, Salsa dancers, a Margarita truck, and a live band.
Help raise money to combat Multiple Sclerosis - and have a great time doing it! Enjoy the music from the 70's & 80's performed by Off The Rails. Food available for purchase or bring your own. June 8 at Sag Hall Patio. Doors open at 6. Tickets
On June 12, 1924 around 9:00 p.m. two bandits climbed over the engine tender of R.P.O. train 57, 30 miles outside Chicago. The two men covered the engineer and firemen at gun forcing them to stop the train near Rondout, Illinois. Four other bandits were a Rondout,
Chevy/Corvette Expo Night Light up your engines! The fastest and coolest cars are making their way to Lemont Downtown for our legendary cruise night car shows and block party. Wander the streets of historic Lemont Downtown viewing cars that take you back in time and make you
Free concert series! Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street. Bring your blankets & chairs for free open seating. Seating opens at 6:00 p.m., music begins at 7:00 p.m. Food and drink will be available on site.
On May 11th, 1894, nearly 4,000 Pullman employees walked off the job. And it began one of the biggest events in American labor history. In honor of the 130th anniversary of the Strike of 1894, Historic Pullman Foundation introduces a unique look at that important moment from
Summer Fun Fest is coming back with an awesome mix of past favorites and brand new acts! As always, all entertainment and parking is FREE. We are packing in the fun with high-quality musical acts, carefully selected food vendors, the popular carnival midway, the DLW Timberworks Show,
Join WJOL morning radio host Scott Slocum on another iconic road trip across America, traveling along Route 66 from California to Illinois. This two-week adventure will feature daily stops at legendary roadside attractions and museums. Starting June 3, Slocum and co-pilot Driver Kev will kick off the
Fish lovers, get ready to splash into some fin-tastic fun! The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is throwing a FREE Fishing Days celebration! Grab your bait and hooks, and head over to I&M State Park any time this weekend (June 14-16) for some reel-y great fishing! It’s
Huge Garage Sale Inside and outside vendors – Food – Restrooms. Sign-up soon. See www.bureaucountyfair.com or the Fair Facebook page for details. June 14 & 15th. Doors open at 8 am. Free admission!
Not just on Rt. 34 this year! Town-wide Garage Sales in Princeton and the Village of Ladd. Plus sales in Sheffield, Wyanet, Dover, LaMoille & more! More on 34 has been reinvented to More in Bureau County -shop garage sales all over Bureau County on Father's Day
Learn about the National Historic Landmark known as Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and to the Starved Rock Visitor center. $18 - Adults $15 - Seniors $13 - Children under 10 Free - Children under 3
Beef & Ag Festival Cattleman serving food all day. A bunch of activities for all ages throughout the afternoon. Live music in the evening.
