10th Annual Liberty Arts Festival

Downtown Morris 111 E. Washington St., Morris, IL, United States

Whether you’re a budding artist or veteran virtuoso, you’re invited to Downtown Morris for the 2024 Liberty Arts Festival. The event returns with an Art Stroll on the Grundy County Courthouse Lawn, Creator’s Village for children, live music and dance performances, food trucks, and the popular Sip

Blues Brothers Con: The Sequel

Old Joliet Prison 1125 Collins St., Joliet, IL, United States

Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi Return to Old Joliet Prison for Second Annual Blues Brothers Con Joliet Area Historical Museum pays tribute to the iconic Blues Brothers film on Saturday, August 17th at Old Joliet Prison JOLIET, Ill. – The Joliet Area Historical Museum will host its

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

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

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

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

Event Series Summer Concert: Steve & Steve

Summer Concert: Steve & Steve

Hegeler Carus Mansion 1307 7th St., LaSalle, United States

Band: Steve & Steve, Classic Rock | Volunteer Appreciation Night Summer Concert Series: Every Friday the Hegeler Carus Foundation presents the Summer Sunset Concert Series (with the exception of the 4th of July weekend) there are 11 performances in total between the months of June and August.

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.  

Event Series Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market

Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market

Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois

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

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