Museum Campus Exploration Days

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

If you've never visited the Isle a la Cache Museum, take advantage of this opportunity to see what's going on in their 18th Century Traders Cabin and peek inside the Native American longhouse!

The Forge Art Fest

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

Experience the arts like never before at the world's largest adventure park! Immerse yourself into art and nature, in our outdoor festival of art. The Forge Art Fest is on Saturday, August 26th from 10am-4pm. Admission is only $5 and will grant you all day access to

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

As an ambassador for the arts, the Chicagoland Pops Orchestra offers an incredible opportunity for family entertainment. The annual Memorial Weekend Military Salute honoring the men and women of our nation’s armed forces has been a perennial source of inspiration  for the past 14 years. Whether it’s

Art in the Park – Channahon

Memorial Tree Walk 24555 S. Navajo Dr., Chiannahon, United States

In celebration of the 175th anniversary of the I&M Canal, the Village of Channahon is hosting its first annual Art in the Park event. The event will be held at the Memorial Tree Walk near Village Hall. Artists will be asked to create works inspired by the I&M

Architecture Serviette –

Gallery Seven 200 W. 8th St., Lockport, IL, United States

Art and Architecture of Robert Morris - Ink Doodles on Napkins over Wine  

Pullman Labor Day Celebration

Historic Pullman Manufacturing Grounds

Pullman National Park and State Historic Site invite you to celebrate Labor Day September 4, 2023. This free event takes place outdoors at the historic Pullman manufacturing grounds. There will be family friendly activities, guided walking tours, musical performances and speakers. Pullman National Historical Park is holding

2023 Chicago Labor Day Parade & Eddie Fest

Pullman Labor Day Parade 10800 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

The new location will highlight our city’s history as the “Hometown of the American Labor Movement” and offer new activities at Eddie Fest PARADE: Step-off at noon from 108th St. & Cottage Grove Ave. to 113th St. EDDIE FEST: Immediately following parade from 1-6 p.m. at Arcade Park and

The 71st Keepataw Day Parade & 2nd Annual Fun Fest in Downtown Lemont

Village of Lemont

The Parade kicks off in Downtown Lemont at 1:00 pm. The Fun Fest will start at 1:30 pm in the Metra Parking Lots featuring: Live Music Food & Beverages Games Inflatables Craft vendors Kids stage Touch a truck Face Painting & More

LABOR DAY UNLIMITED ATTRACTIONS WRISTBAND AT HAUNTED TRAILS JOLIET

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

Wrap up another spectacular summer with UNLIMITED FUN this Labor Day – Monday, Sept. 4th! Enjoy up to 3 hours of UNLIMITED RIDES & ATTRACTIONS! Experience UNLIMITED Trails Raceway Go-Karts, Jr. Go-Karts, Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, Monster Hop, Bone Shaker & Tornado Rides for only $33.95 per

The Wise Guys at Jamie’s Outpost

Jamie's Outpost 602 S. Clark St., North Utica, United States

The Wise Guys play a high energy mix of 70s and 80s rock!  

Military History Weekend

Dellwood Park Woods Drive, Lockport, United States

Saturday, September 9th 9:00 am       Park Opens 11:00 am.     WWII Battle 12:00 pm.    Sweet Reminder performing hits of '40s, '50s, 60s 1:00 pm       Civil War Battle 3:00 pm      WWII Battle 4:00 pm      Fortunate Sons

A River Thru History

Columbia Woods Forest Preserve Willow Springs Rd. & Corcoran Rd., Willow Springs, IL, United States

A River Thru History is a living history reenactment of early American life, as it was on the Illinois frontier prior to 1848, with emphasis on our local history from the fur trade era to the canal era. The goal of this rendezvous is to be the

Illinois Watercolor Society Member Exhibition

McCord Gallery & Cultural Center 9602 W. Creek Rd., Palos Park, IL, United States

The Illinois Watercolor Society was established in 1981, committed to promoting and encouraging the pursuit of excellence in water-based media throughout Illinois. Since that time, IWS has grown from a small group of painters to a nationally-recognized watercolor society with members stretching from Vermont to California. Today,

Regional History Symposium: Place and the Environment on the occasion of the 175th Anniversary of The Illinois & Michigan Canal

Gaylord Building, Lockport 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, United States

Lewis University and the Gaylord Building Historic Site invite you to a symposium marking the 175th anniversary of The Illinois & Michigan Canal - part of a year-long series of events held along the 96-miles of the nation's first National Heritage Area. 9 - 9:25 am  

175th Anniversary Regional Symposium

Lewis University - Saint Charles Borromeo Convocation Hall 101 Airport Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

Lewis University and the Gaylord Building Historic Site invite you to a symposium marking the 175th anniversary of the Illinois & Michigan Canal - part of a year-long series of events held along the 96 miles of the nation's first National Heritage Area. This event is free

Event Series Autumn in the Park

Autumn in the Park

Palos Park Village Green 8901 W. 123rd St., Palos Park, United States

Schedule of Events Friday, September 15, 2023 6:00 pm - Grounds Open 6:00 pm - NAWS Animal Rescue will be onsite  6:00 to 10:30 pm - Food Vendors, Beer, Wine and Spirits $ 6:00 to 10:30 pm - Sports Cave - Gazebo 7:30 to 10:30 pm -

Lemont Township Fall Craft Fair

Lemont Township Community Center 16300 Alba St., Lemont, United States

  Craftors, vendors, raffles and more! All proceeds to benefit the Lemont Township Family Assistant Fund. $2 suggested donation entry fee.

Goose Lake Prairie Day

Goose Lake Prairie Park

  The Annual Prairie Day celebrates the prairie environment at the Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area. Enjoy the butterfly barn, the picnic areas and play yards. Walk the trails and look into the Cragg Cabin.

SuperMotocross World Championship

Chicagoland Speedway 500 Speedway Blvd., Joliet, United States

MX Sports Pro Racing and Feld Motor Sports, Inc., jointly announced a partnership that will see the formation of the SuperMotocross World Championship. Tickets are now on sale and prices range from 42.00 USD to 276.00 USD, Don't miss your chance, Get your tickets for SuperMotocross World Championship

Architecture Serviette – Reception

Gallery Seven 200 W. 8th St., Lockport, IL, United States

Art and Architecture of Robert Morris - Ink Doodles on Napkins over Wine

“Down in the Mine: American Coal Miners and Their Songs, 1890-1960” Presentation

Lock 16 Cafe 754 First Street, LaSalle, IL, United States

  Hop aboard the I&M Canal Boat for an afternoon of music and history! The Canal Corridor Association is hosting a FREE Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau presentation entitled “Down in the Mine: American Coal Miners and Their Songs, 1890-1960” by Bucky Halker. Coal miners in

Prairie Companion

Illinois State Museum - Lockport Gallery 201 W. 10th St., Lockport, IL, United States

Prairie Companion features artwork and specimens from the Illinois State Museum collection that highlight aspects of prairie ecology and how our actions have consequence for prairie survival. Presented in conjunction with Philip Juras’ exhibit celebrating the wide views of prairie preserves, this exhibition considers individual species and details

The Long View – Philip Juras

Illinois State Museum - Lockport Gallery 201 W. 10th St., Lockport, IL, United States

This exhibition features paintings from 23 nature preserves across Illinois by artist and conservationist Philip Juras.  The work celebrates the 60-year legacy of the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission and offers a window into the past and present ecology of the Prairie State. The prairies featured in Juras’

Event Series Could it Be Magic

Could it Be Magic

White Fence Farm 1376 Joliet Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

A fascinating performance looking back at the music of Barry Manilow. One of Brooklyn's most popular singer-songwriters whose songs took the charts by storm in the 1970's. The show includes a few hits that you probably never knew he wrote. Tickets can be purchased by check for

Seneca Prairie Shipyard Festival

Seneca Shipyards 100 S. William St., Seneca, United States

Celebrate Prairie Shipyard Days in Seneca- "Bringing Us All Together"! Celebrating the 175th Anniversary of the I&M Canal!