Quest: A Joliet and Marquette Adventure for Families

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

Strap up for a grand adventure — from the safety of Isle a la Cache Museum! In 1673, Jacques Marquette and Louis Joliet set out for a voyage by canoe that took them thousands of miles into the heart of North America. They faced challenges from weather, illness,

Pullman Exhibit Hall: Model Train Experience

Pullman Exhibit Hall 11141 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

An amazing Lionel train exhibit that brings Pullman and the holidays to life Join us at Exhibit Hall for an awesome display of vintage Lionel trains with hundreds of feet of track and four unique set-ups including a Polar Express exhibit showcasing the role our Pullman community

Pullman Exhibit Hall: From Wrecking Ball to National Park

Pullman Exhibit Hall 11141 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

Pullman Exhibit Hall featuring its 50th anniversary exhibit. Learn what it takes to preserve a neighborhood’s history at Historic Pullman Foundation’s new exhibition From Wrecking Ball to National Park. As HPF celebrates its 50th anniversary, the exhibit explores the successes and set-backs on the road to preservation

Montage’s New Year’s Eve Brunch

Montage Wine Bar & Spirits 307 Liberty St., Morris, IL, United States

Kick off New Year's Eve with brunch at Montage! We'll be opening up at 9 am with a special brunch menu just for the day. No tickets are required, but reservations are highly suggested to secure a spot! So get the gang together and give us a

New Year’s Eve Fun at Haunted Trails – Joliet

Haunted Trails Amusement Park & Picnic Grove 1423 N. Broadway St., Joliet, United States

Ring in 2024 at Haunted Trails in Joliet with our New Year’s Eve Fun Deal, available on Sunday, December 31st only. Enjoy $30 in Game Play, 3 Hours of UNLIMITED Monster Hop, Bone Shaker, AND Laser Tag plus a Mini 7” One-Topping Pizza and Large Soft Drink

Craft’d Yorkville Kids New Year’s Eve Party

Craft'd Yorkville 2075 Marketview Dr., Yorkville, IL, United States

Craft'd Yorkville Kids New Year's Eve Party Sunday 12/31 ~ 3 PM & 6 PM Seatings (2 Hours Long) $25/Child - Space is LimitedReservations Required - Call (630)318-0170Includes Kids Meal Buffet, N/A Champagne Toast, Party Favors, DJ & Balloon Drop. Open to Public 11 AM - 9

New Year’s Eve Party at Joliet’s Town & Country Lanes

Joliet Town & Country Lanes 2231 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, United States

3 Party times to Roll in the New Year! Cosmic bowling and your favorite music playing all night. We'll have New Year's Rockin Eve on our over-lane projectors and we'll count down to midnight with the Chicago NYE Show. 10pm Party includes an extra half hour of bowling,

NYE Globe Trotters Gala (All Ages)

Grand Bear Resort 2643 IL Route 178, Utica, IL, United States

🎉 NYE Globe-trotters Gala: A New Year's Eve Extravaganza for all ages! 🌍 Join us for a one-of-a-kind celebration as we journey around the world this New Year's Eve at Grand Bear Resort! It's not just a party; it's a global festival perfect for families, kids, and

New Year’s Eve Ecstatic Dance & Vibrational Evolution

Unwind at Westclox 304 5th St., Peru, IL, United States

Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration at Unwind at Westclox! Get ready to dance, connect, and evolve as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new. This in-person event promises an ecstatic atmosphere filled with positive vibes and transformative energy. There will

Woodsmoke NYE Bash

Woodsmoke Ranch 2795 E. 28th Rd., Seneca, IL, United States

  Come join us for a fun and safe NYE bash at the Ranch! We will have a 3-course dinner of Roast Beef, Vegetable Lasagna, Chicken Tenders, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Salad and Dessert. The bar will also be open serving Beer,

Prohibition New Year’s Eve Bash

Sable Creek Winery 14912 S. Eastern Ave., Plainfield, IL, United States

Prohibition Party 12/31/23 7pm-12:30am $100.00 New Year's Eve Prohibition Event at Sable Creek Winery It's the Roaring 20's come in and enjoy the Speakeasy. Dress in your 1920's best as we bring in 2024! Special Code will be provided after registration to enter our Closed establishment. Your

New Year’s Eve at the Pub – Morris

The Pub 200 Gore Road, Morris, United States

Join us for a rocking NYE at The Pub in Morris! We are super excited to rock into the new year with you all!  

First Day Walk – Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

We are having a First day hike! Kick of the new year right by joining us for a guided hike to Wildcat Canyon, Eagle Cliff and Lover's Leap. Register by calling 815-220-7386 or online at: https://qrco.de/bef5aT  

Hair of the Dog Polka Party – New Year’s Day

Royalty West Banquet Hall 8675 S. Archer Ave., Willow Springs, United States

14th Annual "Hair of the Dog" Polka Party Monday, January 1, 2024 Royalty West Banquet Hall Doors open 1:30 PM Music 2-6 PM Admission $15.00 Music by Tony Blazonczyk's New Phaze, The EZ-Tones & Chicago's Concertina All Star Band More Info Contact: Tony Blazonczyk 815-530-5917  

Event Series Experience Pullman Home Tour

Experience Pullman Home Tour

Pullman House Project & Pullman Club Coffee Shop 605 E. 111th St., Chicago, United States

  Come with our expert guide and walk in the footsteps of the men and women who lived and worked in the town George Pullman built in 1880. Our tours start at the largest single family home in Pullman, the home of the General Manager. This 4,500

“Join the Dark Side – How Artificial Light at Night has Transformed Our World”

Midewin NTP Conference Room 30239 S. State Route 53, Wilmington, United States

Ken Walzak, Senior Manager Adler Planetarium; Board of Directors, DarkSky International In a little more than a century our use of light at night has dramatically altered the natural pattern our world has enjoyed for billions of years. How does this impact flora, fauna and ourselves - as

Sunrise Hike – Little Red Schoolhouse

Little Red Schoolhouse

Come join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of a new day. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

Taboos of the Trade

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

Every field trip season, the interpreters at Isle a la Cache teach students about the fur trade and the people of 18th-century Illinois Country. But there are a lot of adult topics that are taboo — mature relationships, alcohol, rowdy rendezvous, even pipe breaks. Come on out

“Ticket to Fun” Family Game Night – Mendota Museum & Historical Society

Mendota Museum & Historical Society 901 Washington St., Mendota, United States

The Mendota Museum & Historical Society (MMHS) will sponsor a family game night entitled Ticket to Fun from 4 pm to 7 pm. Held in the conference room of the Hume-Carnegie Museum, family-friendly board games will be available, or participants may bring their own board games to

Marseilles Firefighters Cabin Fever Spaghetti Dinner

Marseilles Lions Club 511 Commercial St., Marseilles, United States

Do you have Cabin Fever? We have the cure. Come out to our Spaghetti Dinner on Jan. 20th and support us and the Lions Club. Serving a spaghetti dinner from 4 - 7 PM. Tickets available at the door. Adults $12, Kids under 12 $8. Games of

Folsom Prison Experience

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

Prepare to step back in time and immerse yourself in the unforgettable atmosphere of the legendary 1968 Johnny Cash show at Folsom Prison, where the spirit of that historic day springs to life. As the doors swing open, you'll find yourself instantly transformed into an inmate, ready

Nature Walk at the Forge – Lemont

The Forge Adventure Park and Ziplines 227 Heritage Quarries Drive, Lemont, Illinois

Set out for an adventurous hike led by Master Naturalist, Robert Schwaan. He will lead you through some of the many miles of trails here at The Forge discovering what kind of nature and wildlife we have out there. If this is not your first time at

Winter Tree ID – Camp Sagawau, Lemont

Camp Sagawau

Join a naturalist as we discover several ways to identify trees in winter. Ages 18 & up. Weather dependent. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Sagawau at 630-257-2045. CONTACT: 630-257-2045 COST: Free

Ice & Lights Fest – Historic Downtown Lemont

Village of Lemont

The weather outside is frightful, but our ice fest will be delightful! With 20+ magical, one-of-a-kind ice sculptures placed throughout Downtown, you can spend the day in Lemont seeing them all and shopping our local businesses! Help us ring in the new year with our 4th Annual Ice

Insights from Search and Rescue – Staying Prepared in Winter

Midewin NTP Conference Room 30239 S. State Route 53, Wilmington, United States

Allen Matza, Search and Rescue Division Chief, Will County Emergency Management Agency Whether you're part of the search team or the one being searched for it's crucial to stay ready for any weather scenario. In this discussion, we'll delve into the challenges faced during winter searches. We’ll