• Think & Drink – “Press Start for a Retro Arcade History Tour”

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

    Ready to level up your pop culture nostalgia? Our next Think & Drink is blasting into the golden era of arcade gaming— an exclusive prelude to Comicopolis 2025! Join Brian Colin—legendary game designer behind classics like Rampage, Spy Hunter, Xenophobe, Discs of Tron, and more—as he takes

  • 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 – Strung Out

    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,

  • Third Friday Presentation: Maritime Architecture of the Upper Peninsula

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

    Maritime Architecture of the Upper Peninsula is a visual tour of the region's architecture, with a focus on its legacy of mining, shipping, and maritime trade. The visual lecture and slideshow will feature original photos as well as archival images, using architecture to explore the history of

  • The Wedding Singer – The Musical Comedy

    Lemont High School Performing Arts Center 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United States

    Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, The Wedding Singer musical takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. With a Broadway run, several US tours, and

  • Lake Renwick Migratory Bird Viewing

    Lake Renwick Preserve 23113 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL, United States

    See the dazzling spectacle of nesting herons, egrets and cormorants and maybe even see one of our resident bald eagles! The preserve has controlled access during nesting season to minimize disturbances to nesting birds. The only way to view these amazing creatures at Lake Renwick during this

  • Farmers Market – Jackson Street

    Ottawa Visitor Center 1028 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience! Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family, friends, and even your

  • 7th Annual Countryside Village Outdoor Market

    Countryside Village Market 1540 N. Division St., Braidwood, IL, United States

    Join us for our 7th Annual Countryside Village Outdoor Market. Featuring over 70+ creative handmade artisans, creators, gourmet foods, farmers, vintage and boutiques items. Several Food Trucks are available for a yummy lunch, along with live acoustic music. Event is held rain or shine, our storefront is

  • Comicopolis

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

    Get ready, fandom lovers! Lockport's 9th Annual Comic and Fandom Con is leveling up again this year with over 65 artists, writers, and specialty vendors offering exclusive merch you wont find anywhere else all at budget-friendly prices. Show off your best cosplay for a chance to win

  • Mrs. Roper Romp Bar Crawl

    Downtown Utica Downtown Utica, North Utica, IL, United States

    It's time to bring the fabulous as Heritage Harbor hosts a bar crawl to kick off and join the First Annual Mrs. Roper Romp in downtown Utica! Grab your boldest muumuu, biggest wig, and loudest jewelry. We're starting the party at The Oasis at Bluegill Boathouse &

  • 1st Annual Mrs. Roper Romp

    Downtown Utica Downtown Utica, North Utica, IL, United States

    Featuring the Regal Beagle from 6-9! Group picture in front of the band at 7:30. **No tickets needed** Just come dressed as your favorite Three's Company character and have some fun in downtown Utica!  

  • Joliet City Center Restaurant Week

    Joliet City Center 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

    15 City Center Restaurants will be participating in the 2nd Annual Restaurant Week. Specials range from 2 for 1 entrees, free dessert or appetizer, 20% off, and more! Stay tuned for more info!  

  • Pontiac Cruise Nights

    Downtown Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, United States

    You're invited to join us for our 2025 Cruise Season in Pontiac. 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

  • Music in the Park – Washington Square Park

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

    Embrace Ottawa's small-town charm: bring a lawn chair, spread a blanket on the grass, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Concerts run from 6-8pm on Saturdays in downtown's historic Washington Park. Admission is free. At this time, no indoor

  • Fish Hidden Lakes Under the Stars

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Anglers, you're not dreaming! We are keeping the gates open until dark for nighttime fishing! Fish often become more active at night when the water cools and the moon is full. Let the kids stay up late and bring the family to enjoy fishing under the stars.

  • The Wedding Singer – The Musical Comedy

    Lemont High School Performing Arts Center 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United States

    Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, The Wedding Singer musical takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. With a Broadway run, several US tours, and

  • Bob Solberg Hosta Event

    The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens 11379 2300 St. E., Princeton, IL, United States

    Join fellow Hosta enthusiasts for a day with Hosta expert and hybridizer Bob Solberg. The garden center will be open from 9 am to 2 pm, with a Meet & Greet opportunity starting at 9:30 am. At 11:00 am in The Barn, Bob Solberg will present  "Living with

  • The Wedding Singer – The Musical Comedy

    Lemont High School Performing Arts Center 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, United States

    Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, The Wedding Singer musical takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. With a Broadway run, several US tours, and

  • Fishing for Trash

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Fishing for Trash This ongoing event will be held Tuesday, July 22, to Saturday, July 27. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Help Hidden Lakes Trout Farm look its best by picking up litter in the

  • Lemont Farmers Market

    Lemont Village Green 322 Main Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    Join us for the Lemont Downtown Farmers Market at the Village Green, presented by Aster Gardens! These markets will continue on Tuesday evenings through the September 30th from 4-7pm. Vendors feature vegetables and fruit, flowers, mushrooms, local honey, micro greens, crepes and more! Stay tuned as we

  • Day Camp Day – Joliet Slammers vs. Gateway Grizzlies

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

    Campers, it's time to hit a home run of fun! Enjoy a day packed with baseball, team spirit, and all the excitement of the ballpark—perfect for making memories with your camp crew!  

  • Lemont Cruise Nights & Block Party

    Cruise Nights & Block Party Location Main Street & Canal Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    Ford Mustangs - Kids Night 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

  • Sunset Soiree – Fuze

    Sunset Soiree Location Stephen & Talcott, Lemont, United States

    Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street for this free concert series! Put your dancing shoes on! The Annual Concert Series presented by the Lemont Park District and Village of Lemont is a crowd favorite with live music, dancing, and tons of family-friendly fun in Lemont

  • Wilmington’s Catfish Days

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

    Family Night!! 9AM Medallion Hunt Clue (Facebook:  Catfish Days) 6PM-11PM Carnival Open, $25 Wristband Night! (Wilmington's North Island) 6PM St Rose's Dunk Tank- Free! (Wilmington's North Island) 6PM St Rose + Wilmington Coalition's Fear Factor (Wilmington's North Island) 6PM-8PM Live MC: Roy Gregory (Wilmington's North Island, Main