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Toast – The Ultimate Bread Experience

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

TOAST is the No. 1 Tribute in the world to the 70's hit band, BREAD! With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, their sound is often described as spot on to the original recordings. Audiences everywhere rave about closely their live performances sound

Morel Fest

Jordan Block 123 W. Main St., Ottawa, United States

Join us at the Jordan Block (100 Main Street) where you can shop and peruse a large Botanical Market and Morel Market featuring everything... you guessed it... MUSHROOMS! We'll even host MOREL UNIVERSITY, where you'll learn to identify morels, so you know exactly what to look for

Red Carpet Craft & Flea Market

North Water Street - Wilmington 616 Davy Lane, Wilmington, IL, United States

The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce's Craft and Flea Market on North Water Street in Downtown Wilmington is one of the biggest stops of the annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival. Visit us on Saturday May 3 between 9AM and 4PM. Stop by the Chamber tent to pick up

Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival

Route 66 Joliet, IL, United States

This two-day festival is all about family fun on the most famous two-lane highway in America - Route 66. Sponsored by the fourteen communities which make up the 100-mile linear museum from Joliet to Bloomington, the annual festival invites everyone to experience the good life in the

Storytime at The Illinois Aviation Museum

Illinois Aviation Museum 110 Clow Parkway, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Get ready to let your imagination soar! Join us for Storytime at the Illinois Aviation Museum on Saturday, May 3rd at Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport. We'll have special reading sessions throughout the day, designed for different age groups: 11:00 AM 12:00 Noon: Storytime for children ages 4-.7

Lockport Council of Arts Presents Mission: 1895

White Oak Public Library 121 E. 8th St., Lockport, IL, United States

MISSION: 1895 is a fantastical story set in an alternative Lockport where an ancient talisman’s dark spirit rules over the small canal town. The emergence of the Infernal Crystal has plunged the city into chaos but if it is relinquished, it can be destroyed; just don't be

It’s Totally 80’s in Downtown Joliet

Downtown Joliet Downtown Joliet, Joliet, IL, United States

Downtown Joliet bringing the '80s BACK! The City Center Partnership and the downtown businesses are celebrating the decade that brought us The Golden Girls, Top Gun, Back to the Future, Cheers and more!  

Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Festival

Route 66 Joliet, IL, United States

This two-day festival is all about family fun on the most famous two-lane highway in America - Route 66. Sponsored by the fourteen communities which make up the 100-mile linear museum from Joliet to Bloomington, the annual festival invites everyone to experience the good life in the

CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

Tickets for CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE will go on-sale Friday, February 21st. Pre-sales beginning today, Tuesday, February 18th. For tickets and additional information, visit Rialtosquare.com. CoComelon's favorite teacher Ms. Appleberry welcomes JJ, his friends and YOU to come along on a Melon Patch Musical field trip! In CoComelon:

A Dance with Death – A Murder Mystery

Jacob Henry Mansion 20 S. Eastern, Joliet, IL, United States

This 1950's sock hop is a doo wop disaster! When a death on the dance floor makes this fun night a disaster, it is up to you to get this dance back on track. Gather clues about the crime to reveal the punk that made this hop

Wild Bill Days

North Utica 101 E. Canal, North Utica, United States

The LaSalle County Historical Society invites you to join us for a weekend filled with family fun and entertainment celebrating LaSalle County's most famous native, Wild Bill Hickok. The weekend will include an 8 scene re-enactment of the life and times of James Butler Hickok (one performance

Think & Drink – Demystifying AI: How Artificial Intelligence is Shaping Our Future

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

Artificial Intelligence isn’t just science fiction anymore—it’s changing the way we live, work, and explore the world. Join us at the Gaylord Building for a lively and accessible conversation about how AI is shaping our future! For May’s Think & Drink, researchers from Argonne National Laboratory will

Karaoke Night

The Twisted Pin 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!

#IMOMSOHARD

Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

From the creators of #IMOMSOHARD, Jen and Kristin are heading out on a Fall Tour, with a brand new show: LADIES NIGHT! Guaranteed to make you laugh, and maybe pee your pants, these two dive into all things womanhood, motherhood, and friendship. There are new things to

Roses and Rose’ for Mother’s Day Workshop

Uptown Grill 601 1st St., LaSalle, IL, United States

Join us as we team up with Petals By Peyton to create a beautiful and unique wine bottle bouquet perfect for Mothers Day gifting or for yourself to enjoy. Includes a bottle of Rose & all materials for your bouquet.  

Seneca Lumberyard Farmers’ Market

The Lumberyard 113 W. William St., Seneca, IL, United States

Join us for The Lumberyard's very first Farmers Market in Seneca! We're bringing together fresh produce, handmade goods, and one-of-a-kind finds to create a space where our community can gather, shop, and support local businesses. Don't miss out!  

3 French Hens Market

3 French Hens French Country Market 402 Liberty St., Morris, United States

It's 3 French Hens French Country Market weekend in Morris! Back in its Downtown location, this open-air market runs 8AM-2PM. Boasting nearly 100 vintage, handmade, and culinary vendors, the market is situated among more than 55 locally-owned shops, restaurants, bars and boutiques. We invite you to come

Lockport Historic District – 50th Anniversary Celebration

The Roxy

Lockport Historic District - 50th Anniversary Celebration This year marks 50 years since downtown Lockport was officially designated a historic district and placed on the National Register of Historic Places—and you're invited to celebrate this milestone! Hosted by our friends at Main Street Lockport, this special event

Education Day 1 – Slammers vs. Quebec Capitales

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

Get your game face on for Education Day at the ballpark! It's where textbooks meet baseballs, and fun facts fly as fast as the pitches. From math in the stands to history on the scoreboard, we're making learning a home run! Grab your glove, it's time to

Education Day 2 – Joliet Slammers vs. Quebec Capitales

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

Welcome to Education Day – where the only thing more exciting than a grand slam is a learning curve! It's a day filled with trivia, teamwork, and taking a swing at knowledge. School's in session, but the classroom is the ballpark!    

Cody Calkins – Hegeler Carus Mansion Third Thursday Concerts

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

Hegeler Carus Mansion presents Third Thursday Concert Series May and September. Enjoy live music, food trucks, 50/50 raffles, mansion fun facts, and more. Guests bring their own chairs or blankets and enjoy music under the tree canopy on the Mansions West Lawn. Bring your friends and family

Karaoke Night

The Twisted Pin 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!  

Peru’s TBM Avenger Reunion & Salute to Veterans

Illinois Valley Regional Airport 4251 Ed Urban Dr., Peru, IL, United States

Peru's TBM Avenger Reunion & Salute to Veterans Friday Schedule:  11 AM - Gates Open  1 PM - 4 PM Airshow featuring: -USAF F-16 Fighting Falcon VIPER Demo Team -US Air Force Heritage Flight (F-16/P-51) -TBM Avengers -Illinois Air National Guard C-130H Flyby -Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star

Ottawa’s Third Fridays

Downtown Ottawa 223 W. Madison, Ottawa, United States

Arts, culture, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa, Illinois MAY – SEPTEMBER. Art vendors, music, food, and live events hosted by Open Space Gallery. Enjoy later shopping hours at many downtown retailers and enjoy custom food and drink specials at several of our

Chicago & The Civil War Navy – Chicago Maritime Museum

Chicago Maritime Museum 1200 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL, United States

Joseph Gamble will present his research on a little-known Civil War gunboat fleet from Chicago. With the outbreak of the Civil War in 1861, the US Navy realized it would need a fleet of gunboats to control the western rivers from the Great Lakes to the Gulf