Events

Join us this summer at North Island Park for live music, food trucks (Chik-Fil-A), games (kickball), and family fun! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a fun night with the community!  

Get hooked on helping wildlife and celebrate Worldwide Knit in Public Day at the forest preserve. Join a naturalist who will guide you through the crochet pattern to crochet small nests that will be used in wildlife rehabilitation centers across the country. These nests provide substitute dens,

CANCELLED - Get ready to set sail on a voyage of velvety vocals and sultry saxophone solos. Introducing the Yacht Rock-ettes, Chicago's favorite yacht rock cover band! These ladies are making waves, bringing you all the smooth rock hits from the 70s and early 80s.  

The 2026 City of Morris Summer Concert Series schedule is here! Summer is just around the corner and we're excited to share this year's schedule. Mark your calendars for great music, good company, and fun evenings in Downtown Morris. Whether you're into classic hits, country, rock, blues,

Join us for live music and cold drinks at the only rooftop venue in downtown Joliet! $18.00 General Public, $16.00 Museum Members. Door open at 6:15.  

Join us at our summer long ROCKIN' THE VILLE Concert Series featuring live bands, food, and adult beverages.  Concessions will be open. Playground open to general public. Cooler and bags allowed, subject to inspection.  No glass bottles. No smoking.  No pets or animals.

DISNEY’S WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON TAKING ENGLE LANE BY (SNOW)STORM! A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood.

This annual 3-day event offers many items with special pricing including a long list of hostas. There will be refreshments, door prizes, and we will have the gardens looking exceptionally beautiful!  

Old Canal Days is an annual festival presented with support from the Lockport Chamber of Commerce, celebrating the legacy of the Illinois & Michigan Canal and the community that grew along its banks. This weekend event brings together local businesses, residents, and visitors from across the state

Held in the heart of downtown, Jammin' at the Clock brings energy and rhythm to one of Streator's most recognizable gathering spaces. With music filling Heritage Park and businesses nearby, it's a vibrant way to experience downtown while enjoying live entertainment in an intimate, welcoming setting. Whether

Chris Vallillo performs songs, stories, and shares the struggles of the Illinois Underground Railroad. This powerful evening highlights historical songs sung by people who were enslaved, to inspire and share knowledge among themselves. Celebrate with us as we welcome the soon-to-roll-out NEW museum documentary called "JOHN HOSSACK:

DISNEY’S WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON TAKING ENGLE LANE BY (SNOW)STORM! A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood.

This annual 3-day event offers many items with special pricing including a long list of hostas. There will be refreshments, door prizes, and we will have the gardens looking exceptionally beautiful!    

Come to this fascinating workshop where Annie talks about composting for a finished product that you will use and love in your garden and houseplants. Vermicasts are a byproduct of providing food scraps buried in bedding to composting worms. Vermicasts are rich, dark and stable humus, turning

Get a head start on celebrating Pollinator Week 2026 at this family-friendly event! Learn about the insects and the animals that perform the important task of pollinating plants, especially those that provide us with much of the food we eat. See live bats and learn about their

Visit beautiful Isle a la Cache Preserve and shop a wide selection of native plants perfect for the pollinators in your life! Experts will be on hand to help you select plants and to answer questions. Plus, many other free resources will be available. Plants will be

Old Canal Days is an annual festival presented with support from the Lockport Chamber of Commerce, celebrating the legacy of the Illinois & Michigan Canal and the community that grew along its banks. This weekend event brings together local businesses, residents, and visitors from across the state

Celebrate 7 Years of Great Beer, Great Music, and Great Memories! Join RT66 Old School Brewing for our 7th Anniversary Celebration as we raise a glass to seven amazing years on Route 66. Enjoy a full day of live music, a special beer release, games, raffles, and

A cozy, hands-on afternoon of creativity, connection, and a little plant magic Step into the calm, grounding world of herbal tea blending and create your own custom infusions using a beautiful selection of dried herbs—many grown right here at Bronkberry Farms. In this guided workshop, you'll learn

DISNEY’S WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON TAKING ENGLE LANE BY (SNOW)STORM! A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood.

Sample whiskey from 15+ distilleries while enjoying live music at The Forge: Lemont Quarries. Join us for a lively afternoon of whiskey tasting, great food and live Folk and Americana music. Guests will sample spirits from more than 15 distilleries, with 20 (.25 oz) pours included in

Join us for a special Flag Day Concert! The Joliet American Legion Band will be on stage.  Enjoy an afternoon of patriotic music as we come together to honor our nation and celebrate community spirit! Bring your lawn chairs, your family, and your red, white, and blue!

This annual 3-day event offers many items with special pricing including a long list of hostas. There will be refreshments, door prizes, and we will have the gardens looking exceptionally beautiful!    

Old Canal Days is an annual festival presented with support from the Lockport Chamber of Commerce, celebrating the legacy of the Illinois & Michigan Canal and the community that grew along its banks. This weekend event brings together local businesses, residents, and visitors from across the state

DISNEY’S WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON TAKING ENGLE LANE BY (SNOW)STORM! A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood.