Events

Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!  

This ongoing event will be held from Friday, Aug. 1, to Sunday, Aug. 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Visit Hidden Oaks Nature Centers green roof anytime during business hours to get a vantage point youve never experienced before. You'll find hummingbird

See the dazzling spectacle of nesting herons, egrets and cormorants and maybe even see one of our resident bald eagles! The preserve has controlled access during nesting season to minimize disturbances to nesting birds. The only way to view these amazing creatures at Lake Renwick during this

Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience! Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family, friends, and even your

Embrace Ottawa's small-town charm: bring a lawn chair, spread a blanket on the grass, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Admission is free. At this time, no indoor venue is available, so if bad weather postpones a performance, it

$18.00 Includes: Infield Reserved Seat Ticket Scout Patch Popcorn & Drink Breakfast in the Morning   Rules & Guidelines: You will keep your sleepover gear in your vehicle during the game and exit the stadium after the game to retrieve your things for the sleepover. You will

Get swept away to the vibrant streets of Havana—right here on the water at Knots Landing. Join us for Havana Nights, an evening filled with tropical rhythms, Latin flair, and waterfront energy at the beautiful Floating Pavilion. As the sun sets over Heritage Harbor, you’ll sip, sway, and

We’re back for our third year inside the historic Old Joliet Prison! Enjoy classics, imports, motorcycles, and more at the only vehicle showcase inside a 19th century prison! Over 200 vehicles will be on site as well as vendors and food trucks. The Prison itself will have

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Pullman, a town that has shaped the fabric of American history. Discover how this unique community played a pivotal role in revolutionizing industry, advancing railroad innovation, pioneering urban design, and igniting the labor movement. Each month, our expert guides share

Join us for the Lemont Downtown Farmers Market at the Village Green, presented by Aster Gardens! These markets will continue on Tuesday evenings through the September 30th from 4-7pm. Vendors feature vegetables and fruit, flowers, mushrooms, local honey, micro greens, crepes and more! Stay tuned as we

Mopars 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 dream of

Bring the whole family out to RomeoFest — the ultimate 4-day celebration of community and fun! From delicious food and live music to exciting carnival rides and games, there's something for everyone! Enjoy bingo, the car show, and friendly tournaments, plus extra-special experiences like the family fun

Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!

Wrap up summer with the final Fun & Food Trucks of the season at the beautiful Hickory Creek Preserve. Enjoy bites from Lil' Deb's and Life's A Slice, drinks from Hickory Creek Brewing, live music, giveaways, and even free Crumbl cookies!

Bring the whole family out to RomeoFest — the ultimate 4-day celebration of community and fun! From delicious food and live music to exciting carnival rides and games, there's something for everyone! Enjoy bingo, the car show, and friendly tournaments, plus extra-special experiences like the family fun

Escape to paradise with a margarita in hand and the game in full swing! It's a night of island vibes, cool drinks, fireworks, and hot baseball action!  

Join a naturalist to learn about these often misunderstood, fascinating creatures of the night. Discover our local bat species and find out how they are essential to a healthy ecosystem. As the bats silently leave their daytime roost, we will use bat-detecting equipment to reveal exactly who

See the dazzling spectacle of nesting herons, egrets and cormorants and maybe even see one of our resident bald eagles! The preserve has controlled access during nesting season to minimize disturbances to nesting birds. The only way to view these amazing creatures at Lake Renwick during this

Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience! Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family, friends,

Do you like to draw, doodle or document? Do you like to be outside? Join us while we creatively connect to the outdoors! All skill levels welcome. A naturalist will lead guided exercises and answer questions. Each participant will get their own nature journal as part of

Bring the whole family out to RomeoFest — the ultimate 4-day celebration of community and fun! From delicious food and live music to exciting carnival rides and games, there's something for everyone! Enjoy bingo, the car show, and friendly tournaments, plus extra-special experiences like the family fun

Do you like to draw, doodle or document? Do you like to be outside? Join us while we creatively connect to the outdoors! All skill levels welcome. A naturalist will lead guided exercises and answer questions. Each participant will get their own nature journal as part of

FIRE FEST tells the story of the Great Lockport Fire of 1895. The event features Fire History, Live Music and Food & Drinks! Join us for a Hot Wings Crawl at some of the finest restaurants in the Historic District, with the Grand Champion - Best Wings

The 7th annual Joliet Blues Festival will be held at the pavilion in beautiful Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park at 201 Jefferson Street on the west side of the Des Plaines River in downtown Joliet. FREE PARKING is available on the south side of the park along the river. There

Music in the Park - Washington Square Park Embrace Ottawa's small-town charm: bring a lawn chair, spread a blanket on the grass, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Concerts run from 6-8pm on Saturdays in downtown's historic Washington Park.