• A Walk Thru Time – A Living History Event

    Will County Heritage Village Open Air Museum 249 W. 2nd St., Lockport, United States

    Take a tour through time from the Roman Empire to the 20th Century. Explore our original 19th Century buildings furnished to the time period. Open to the public. Historical reenacts and activities throughout the weekend. Free admission. Catholic Mass at 4:15. Bring a chair. For more information:

  • Pullman Railroad Days 2025

    Pullman Exhibit Hall 11141 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

    Historic Pullman Foundation invites you to step back in time and experience the golden age of rail travel during the Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days May 17–18 at Pullman National Historical Park. A beloved celebration of American railroad history, industrial innovation, and cultural legacy, the weekend promises two unforgettable

  • 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 Saturday Schedule: Gates Opening Time TBA 12 Noon - Opening Ceremonies, Veterans Parade & Honor Walk Veterans Salute 12:20 PM - Missing Man Salute & Salute to Veterans Parade 1 PM - 4:45 PM - Airshow Featuring: -USAF F-16

  • Looking for Lincoln Wayside Exhibit Dedication Ceremony

    Strevell House 401 W. Livingston St., Pontiac, IL, United States

    You're invited! The Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area, City of Pontiac, and the Livingston County Historical Society invite you to the dedication of Pontiac's newest Looking for Lincoln Wayside Exhibit sponsored by the Union Pacific Railroad. The wayside exhibit explores the story of Albert Cashier, a Civil

  • Pontiac Cruise Nights

    Downtown Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, United States

    You're invited to join us for our 2025 Cruise Season. Pontiac Cruise Nights are the 3rd Saturday of each month, May through August, located Downtown Pontiac, 2 blocks South of City Hall. PLEASE NOTE: Due to construction in our downtown area, the entrance and location of our

  • Android Paranoid – A Tribute to Radiohead Concert

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

    The Rooftop Outdoor Music Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum opens May 17th featuring ANDROID PARANOID paying tribute to Radiohead! ANDROID PARANOID pay tribute to Radiohead with a theatrical performance recreating their once-in-a-generation music with painstaking detail. They use everything from specially modified guitars, orchestral instruments,

  • A Walk Thru Time – A Living History Event

    Will County Heritage Village 249 West 2nd Street,, Lockport, IL, United States

    Take a tour through time from the Roman Empire to the 20th Century. Explore our original 19th Century buildings furnished to the time period. Open to the public. Historical reenacts and activities throughout the weekend. Free admission. For more information: 815.838.5080 or info@willhistory.org    

  • Pullman Railroad Days 2025

    Pullman Exhibit Hall 11141 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

    Historic Pullman Foundation invites you to step back in time and experience the golden age of rail travel during the Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days May 17–18 at Pullman National Historical Park. A beloved celebration of American railroad history, industrial innovation, and cultural legacy, the weekend promises two unforgettable

  • 5th Annual Kites in Flight Festival – Ottawa

    Peck Park - Ottawa 1498 State St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Get ready to soar at the 5th Annual Kites in Flight Happening on May 18, 2025, at a brand- new location—Peck Park, 1498 State Street, Ottawa, IL 61350! This year, we're partnering with the Ottawa Exploreum Children's Museum Committee to make it bigger, better, and even more

  • Til Death Do Us Part – A Murder Mystery

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

    Join us for a (not so) beautiful wedding day interrupted by the murder of a member of the wedding party! Help the bridezilla and her unenthused fiancée get their wedding back on track by solving the case of this marriage murder mystery. Lunch Entree: Jake's Chicken Cordon

  • First Responder Night/ Guns & Hoses – Joliet Slammers vs. The Washington Wild Things

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

    Sound the sirens, it's First Responders Night at the ballpark! Join us as we salute the real-life heroes who always rush in when we need them. With special honors, high-fives, and a whole lot of gratitude, this night is all about showing our love for the men

  • 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!  

  • Summer Concert Series – Wilmington

    North Island Park 250 Bridge St., Wilmington, IL, United States

    Get ready for a season of music, fun, and family-friendly activities! Join us for the 2025 Summer Concert Series, where we'll bring the best local bands, tasty food, and exciting kids' activities to keep everyone entertained.  More details to come! Stay tuned for updates on the bands,

  • LaSalle Music & Art Festival

    Pulaski Park - LaSalle 1001 Fifth St., LaSalle, IL, United States

    Join us for the La Salle Art and Music Festival, an unforgettable weekend celebrating creativity, music, and community! This two-day event kicks off on Saturday at Noon with a vibrant array of local art vendors showcasing unique pieces for every taste. The music heats up at 4:30

  • Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest – The Forge

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

    Beer tastings from 15+ regional breweries, smoky barbecue and live Blues music all day! Experience the signature flavors and soulful sounds of Chicago at Blues, Brews & BBQ, an outdoor festival featuring live blues music, smoky barbecue and craft brews from more than 15 regional breweries. Enjoy

  • LaSalle Music & Art Festival

    Pulaski Park - LaSalle 1001 Fifth St., LaSalle, IL, United States

    Join us for the La Salle Art and Music Festival, an unforgettable weekend celebrating creativity, music, and community! This two-day event kicks off on Saturday at Noon with a vibrant array of local art vendors showcasing unique pieces for every taste. The music heats up at 4:30

  • “Lucky Chucky” Tour: Life Inside Old Joliet Prison

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

    Charles “Lucky Chucky” Hojnacki was once incarcerated at Old Joliet Prison. Like many who were once incarcerated, Hojnacki worked hard to turn his life following a youth defined by gang activity, arrests and incarceration. Following a near-death experience in drug deal gone bad, he vowed not only

  • Lockport Hero Banner Dedication Ceremony

    VFW Post 5788 - Lockport 1026 9th St., Lockport, United States

    Continental Breakfast & Social at VFW Post 5788, 1026 E 9th St, Lockport at 8:00 am. Banner Dedication Ceremony at City Hall Flag Pole, 222 E 9th St, Lockport at 10:00 am. Event takes place rain or shine. Rain location - City Hall Gym. Please RSVP to

  • Concert on the Courthouse Lawn – Wayne Messmer Combo

    Grundy County Courthouse Lawn 111 E. Washington St. Ste. 12, Morris, IL, United States

    The Wayne Messmer Combo singing the Great American Songbook - Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin and more!!

  • 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!  

  • Rooftop Summer Music Series – Featuring Toronzo Cannon

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

    Enjoy your evening at the 2025 Rooftop Summer Music Series! Doors Open: 6:15pm Music Starts: 7pm Duration: Up to 2 Hours You can now reserve highboy or bistro tables for Rooftop Concerts on a first come-first served basis. General concert-style seating available for all guests. Live Music,

  • Chicago Street Farmers Market

    Downtown Joliet Downtown Joliet, Joliet, IL, United States

    Join us for the Joliet Farmers Market! This year, we're excited to welcome a vibrant mix of new vendors alongside our longtime favorites. Enjoy a wide array of fresh, seasonal produce, artisan baked goods, local honey, handcrafted items, and much more. We can't wait to see you

  • 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

  • City of Stone & Steel: The Joliet Limestone Architectural Tour

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

    Joliet, Illinois is a city where the past is carved in stone and the future is grounded in its heritage. Throughout the 19th Century, “Joliet Limestone” characterized grand public buildings and sacred spaces not only in Joliet, but throughout the State of Illinois and the greater Midwest.

  • Food & Wine Festival – Ottawa

    Ottawa's Old Central School Lot 400 Clinton St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Get ready to sip, savor, and celebrate at Ottawa's Inaugural Food and Wine Festival! This unforgettable weekend kicks off with a Friday night Long-Table Community Dinner under the stars in the scenic Jordan Block. Enjoy a beautifully curated meal featuring dishes from Ottawa's beloved local restaurants, shared