4th of July Fireworks – Ottawa

Ottawa High School 211 E. Main St., Ottawa, IL, United States

One of central Illinois LARGEST and most SPECTACULAR light shows! Our unique venue offers viewing from the high school bleachers all the way to the bluffs along the Illinois & Fox Rivers either on shore or in your boat.  

Utica’s Fireworks Celebration

Carey Memorial Park 315 W. Church St., Utica, IL, United States

Join us for our annual fireworks celebration!! Fireworks start at dusk!! Bring the family out earlier for tons of fun including:Food and Drink (while supplies last)Face PaintingBounce Slides, Obstacle CoursesAnd MORE!!  

Taylor Swift Bracelet Party

Wilmington Park District 315 N. Water St., Wilmington, IL, United States

Bringing a touch of Taylor to our wrist game! Make bracelets and get ready for Fearless: a Taylor Swift Tribute Band at Catfish Days! Pizza, Bracelet Bar, Music Activated Wristband, Taylor Tattoos & Eras Tour Playlist Dance Party! $25 per person.

Cruise Nights & Block Party

Cruise Nights & Block Party Location Main Street & Canal Street, Lemont, IL, United States

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 the

Charles (Chuck) Wright Solo Exhibit

Pollyanna Brewing Co. 431 Talcott, Lemont, IL, United States

Charles (Chuck) Wright Solo Exhibit in the Gallery Room at Pollyanna Brewing Company curated by Brad Tammaro with the Art and Culture Commission of Lemont CHARLES (CHUCK) WRIGHT is an "Americana Artist". Original Fine Art Paintings will be on display in the Gallery Room (located to the right when you enter

Birding on the Fly

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

You're on the move, and out of the corner of your eye you spot ... something. Was it a vulture or a hawk? A mourning dove or a kestrel? Using size, shape, habitat and flight patterns, this introductory indoor class can help you up your birding game.

Sunset Soiree – Strung Out Chicago

Historic Downtown Lemont Canal & Stephen St, Lemont, IL, United States

Bring your lawn chairs, friends & neighbors for a relaxing & fun night in the streets of beautiful & historic downtown Lemont! Pack a cooler or purchase food from onsite local vendors. It's gonna be groovy! For more info about future concerts: Sunset Soiree      

Fun & Food Trucks

Hammel Woods Black Rd. east of Rte 59, Shorewood, IL, United States

Celebrate summer nights with the second of this year's Fun & Food Trucks events. Eat eclectic local foods in the preserve while having a blast participating in a variety of activities. This event will offer something for the entire family, including live music, outdoor lawn games and

Sunset Cruise Featuring: Mike Miz

Sainte Genevieve Riverboat 231 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, United States

Sunset Cruise Featuring: Mike Miz Michael Mizwinski, better known simply as Mike Miz is a singer/songwriter/guitarist from Northeast Pennsylvania known for soulful and energetic live performances. Mike regularly performs over 200 dates a year and has had the privilege to open for Jason Isbell, Jakob Dylan, Blues

Music on the Veranda

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

Barley Priest – Acoustic Covers. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves!  

Field Day Unplugged

Messenger Woods Nature Preserve 13800 W. Bruce Rd., Homer Glen, IL, United States

Grab some pals to build your team of four and join us for some friendly competition in celebration of Unplug Illinois Day! The statewide initiative encourages people to unplug from their electronic devices and plug into play, creativity, friendship, adventure and family. Come ready to show off

Bolingbrook iFest

Bolingbrook Festival Grounds & Performing Arts Center 375 W. Briarcliff Rd., Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Bolingbrook's International Festival of Cultures Saturday, July 13 is a one-day event celebrating Bolingbrook's residents and cultures from all over the world. The event highlights many countries showcasing ethnic food, handmade goods and merchandise, international children's activities, cultural entertainment, educational booths, and more! Mark those calendars ->

Forge Fest

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

Get ready for the ultimate summer celebration at the 4th Annual Forge Fest, happening at The Forge in Lemont, IL, on Saturday, July 13th! Experience the magic of summer as we bring together everything you love about festivals in one incredible event. From a bustling vendor village

Surf & Turf Concert

Monee Reservoir 27341 S. Ridgeland, Monee, United States

What's better than a night by the water with good music? A night on the water. Live music will play in Monee Reservoir's amphitheater courtesy of The Sting Rays(Opens in a new window). Visitors can take in the tunes on the lawn or on the water. Bring

2024 Rooftop Summer Series: Freebyrd

Joliet Area History Museum 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, United States

2024 Rooftop Summer Series: Freebyrd Door Open: 6:15pm Music Starts: 7pm Duration: Up to 2 Hours New! You can now reserve highboy or bistro tables for Rooftop Concerts on a first come-first served basis. General concert-style seating available for all guests. Also New! You can pre-order food

Sightseeing Cruise Featuring: Katie Belle & Duffelbag Joe

Sainte Genevieve Riverboat 231 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, United States

Sightseeing Cruise Featuring: Katie Belle & Duffelbag Joe Katie Belle and DuffelBag Joe are a roots-rock duo shaped by earthy tones and riveting tales. From whiskey-soaked tragedies to country-metal ghost stories, their music exhibits a unique display of depth, precision, and showmanship. Acoustic guitar and banjo intertwine

Sightseeing Brunch Cruise

Sainte Genevieve Riverboat 231 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, United States

Sightseeing Brunch Cruise This Sightseeing Brunch Cruise will take you West out of Ottawa under the railroad bridge. You'll enjoy the breathtaking views of the rock faces as you travel to Buffalo Rock and get a unique view of the industries that are so important to the

Event Series Waterfowl Cruise

Waterfowl Cruise

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

Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. The Trolley takes you to the Eagle 1 to enjoy an hour long boat ride where you will get to spy the Waterfowl of the Illinois River. The trolley will return you to the Lodge. Reservations

Sightseeing Cruise with Narration Featuring Barry Cloyd

Sainte Genevieve Riverboat 231 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, United States

Light on the narration, heavy on the ambience and views, our guests will enjoy the beautiful sights of the Illinois River Valley and learn a thing or two along the way.  

Turtle Tuesday

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

What is green and yellow, has a hard shell and looks awesome? The Blanding's turtles of Isle a la Cache! Meet some of our ambassador turtles up close as a naturalist will bring one or two turtles from the exhibit tank out for closer viewing. Learn the

Land & Water Cruise

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

Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout