Hummingbird Fest

Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, United States

Our annual Hummingbird Fest has been reworked this year to allow more visitors to see the fan-favorite banding of the hummingbirds and puts the spotlight on our fast, feathered friends and other pollinators. The Lincoln Land Association of Bird Banders will have certified banders on site for

Live Music on the Veranda – Greenfield Station

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

Greenfield Station – Country Rock. Join us every Friday and select Saturdays for live music on our Veranda. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves! 8-11 pm.  

Will County Auto Rebuilders Car Show, Swap Meet & Crafts

Dellwood Park Woods Drive, Lockport, United States

Sun., Aug. 18, 2024 at 8AM Dellwood Park, 199 E. Woods Dr., Lockport, IL 60441 Spectators are FREE! Beer Garden & Food Available DJ and Live Music Rain or Shine Car Show Registration $20 Sun., 8AM to 12PM 1st 400 will receive Trophies & Dash Plaques Swap,

Brunch at Gaetano’s Vault

Gaetano's Vault 200 E. Main St., Streator, IL, United States

Gaetano's Vault and NCI Artworks partner to offer an open-air Fine Art Brunch from 11 to 3pm on Sunday,  August 18th. NCI ARTworks is partnering with Gaetano's Vault co-owners Stephanie and Rick Wilkinson to offer patrons and passersby the opportunity to view and purchase art by local artists

Vintage Base Ball Team Lemont Quarrymen Host a Round Robin

Mt. Assisi Field 13900 Main St, Lemont, IL, United States

Grab your picnic blankets and lawn chairs and watch the Lemont Quarrymen host a Round Robin with the Milwaukee Grays and Creston Regulators!! Food will be offered for purchase 12:00 -- Milwaukee vs. Lemont 1:30 -- Creston vs. Milwaukee 3:00 -- Lemont vs. Creston  

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

Sounds of Insects Night Hike

Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve 247 Monee Rd., Park Forest, IL, United States

Join us as we venture out on the trail at dusk to listen for musical and mechanical insect sounds. Many insects become more active as the sun goes down. We'll listen and learn the distinct sounds of common local species and why they make these sounds. This

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

Event Series Lemont Farmers Market

Lemont Farmers Market

Lemont Village Green 322 Main Street, Lemont, IL, United States

It 's back! The Lemont Farmers Market takes place in Village Green Park in #LemontDowntown. Enjoy local vendors serving up fresh produce, baked goods, and special treats along with live music. Find the market every Tuesday from August - October 18 with new vendors each week. Thank you

Event Series Bureau County Fair

Bureau County Fair

Bureau County Fairgrounds 811 W. Peru St., Princeton, IL, United States

The Bureau County Fairgrounds has been the entertainment center of Bureau County for over 160 years. Since 1855, the Bureau County Fair is the longest running fair in Illinois and has been the place to enjoy meeting your friends and neighbors, exhibit the best livestock and household

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

Cruise Nights & Block Party

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

Street Rods & Antique Cars 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

Rise & Shine Paddle

Monee Reservoir 27341 S. Ridgeland, Monee, United States

Roll out of bed and greet the day on the water at Monee Reservoir. Wake up with a recreational paddle touring the lake and watching for its inhabitants. Then treat yourself to doughnuts and coffee before tackling the rest of your day. Fee: $20 per person; $10

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

Rooftop Summer Music Series – Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience

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

Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience - The Rooftop Summer Music Series 2024 Live music on the Museum's Outdoor Rooftop! Register/Info: www.Jolietmuseum.org (815) 723-5201 Doors Open at 6:15pm Show starts at 7:00pm

Joliet Slammers vs. Windy City Thunderbolts – Neon Night

Joliet Slammers Stadium 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., Joliet, IL, United States

Post Game Fireworks Neon Night – Glow big or go home at Neon Night in the ballpark! Get ready to light up the stadium with an electrifying display of vibrant colors, from neon face paint to glow sticks galore. So grab your brightest neon attire and get

Live Music on the Veranda – Aaron Kelly

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

Aaron Kelly – Indie/Folk Join us every Friday and select Saturdays for live music on our Veranda. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves! 8-11 pm.  

Museum Campus Day

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

Have you ever wondered what's going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the Potawatomi and French

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

3rd Annual Wine, Jazz & Art Fest

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

Join your friends on the lawn by the fountains at Bicentennial Park as you enjoy an afternoon of wine, jazz, art accompanied by food and beverage vendors. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy sipping on wine from local wineries while listen to live jazz

Joliet Slammers vs. Windy City Thunderbolts – Field of Memes Night

Joliet Slammers Stadium 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., Joliet, IL, United States

Join us for an evening of grand slam laughs, where every meme is a home run. From the classics to the latest viral sensations, it's a meme-tastic showdown under the stadium lights. Don't miss out on the funniest inning of the season! There will be a meme

Hummingbird Hangout

Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve 27064 Dutton Rd., Beecher, United States

Hummingbird migration is underway, and the birds are fueling up for their journey south. This is a perfect time to hang out in Plum Creek Nature Center's hummingbird courtyard. Bring your chair, enjoy some refreshments and delight as the birds flit back and forth right overhead. Drop

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

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