Cave Tasting Experience

August Hill in Peru 21 N 255 1st Rd., Peru, IL, United States

  Experience where the magic begins at our winery location in Peru, illinois! Step into our Winery Caves where your favorite August Hill & ISC wines are produced and stored. Enjoy a unique wine journey presented to a small group of up to 20 people (approximately 45

Event Series Waterfowl Cruise

Waterfowl Cruise

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. The Trolley takes you to the Eagle 1 to enjoy an hour long boat ride where you will get to spy the Waterfowl of the Illinois River. The trolley will return you to the Lodge. Reservations

Event Series Art Camp

Art Camp

Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

Each day of the week will be a different class, take one or all of them! Morning Session will be from 9AM until 11AM Afternoon Session will be 1PM-3PM. On Saturday we will put the art made from all of the classes on display in the gallery

Joliet Slammers vs. Washington Wild Things: AI Takes Over the Park

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

Take a swing into the future with AI Night at the ballpark! Join us as we discover the incredible possibilities of artificial intelligence as we ponder its impact on baseball and beyond.  

Joliet Slammers vs. Evansville Otters – Day Camp Day

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

Get ready for a day of play at Day Camp Day in the ballpark round two! Join us for a day of outdoor fun, games, and baseball excitement as we create memories that will last long after the final pitch!  

Land & Water Cruise – Starved Rock

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout

Happy Hour

Wine & Cheese Co. 24104 Lockport St., Plainfield, IL, United States

Happy Hour is every Wednesday from 4PM to 6PM. Enjoy $6 pours!  

Wednesday Night Live Featuring Dan Blanchette

Camp Aramoni 809 N. 2199th Rd., Tonica, United States

Camp Aramoni is the place to be on Wednesday nights! At Wednesday Night Live, you can enjoy our fast casual menu of appetizers, salads, pizzas, handhelds and desserts, all paired with live music and drinks from 5 to 8 PM. Our live music schedule features all the

Cruise Nights & Block Party

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

Mopars 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 Downtown Lemont  viewing cars that take you back in time and make you dream of

Animal Olympics

Monee Reservoir 27341 S. Ridgeland, Monee, United States

Have you ever watched wildlife and been amazed at their adaptations? Join a naturalist and test your abilities against a variety of animal adaptations as we compete in our Animal Olympics. Can you run as fast as a coyote or hold your breath as long as a

Kid’s Fishing Rodeo-Cancelled! Will post once rescheduled.

Fishing Rodeo Site Fox & Illinois Rivers, Ottawa, IL, United States

It's time to get your lures and line ready for the Kid's Fishing Rodeo as part of the Ottawa Friendship Days. Bring a fishing pole and your patience! Prizes & Fun!  

Event Series Streator Fest

Streator Fest

Northpoint Plaza 1 Northpoint Drive, Streator, IL, United States

Thursday, August 1- Fantasy Amusement Carnival, Northpoint, 5-11pm Craft Vendors and Food Vendors, 5-11:30p Beer tent, 5:30-11:30pm VIP Gates open at 5pm Opening Ceremonies at 6:45pm Music On Stage, Northpoint starting at 7pm 7pm - 3 Years Hollow 8:30pm - Blacktop Mojo   Friday, August 2 -

Junior Naturalist: Bugs

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

There is a big, beautiful world of bugs, and we are going to learn all about it! Junior naturalists will learn the difference between insects, bugs, arachnids and arthropods and their roles as local pollinators, decomposers, flyers and crawlers. Participants will make a craft, play a game,

Sightseeing Cruise with Narration

Sainte Genevieve Riverboat 231 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, United States

Light on the narration, heavy on the ambience and views, our guests will enjoy the beautiful sights of the Illinois River Valley and learn a thing or two along the way.  

Concert on the Courthouse Lawn

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

Bring your lawn chairs…set them up on the courthouse lawn…do some shopping at your favorite downtown shop, enjoy the food trucks and maybe dance a dance or three! As always…come early—stay late! In case of inclement weather, concert will move indoors to the MCHS Auditorium 1000 Union

Friday Lunch at the Tasting Room

August Hill Winery Tasting Room 106 Mill St., Utica, IL, United States

Join us for Lunch at the Tasting Room, offered every Tuesday & Friday, from 11:30 am – 2:30 pm. Enjoy a glass of wine of your choice and a choice of four different lunch options. $25 per person. ������� ���� ���� ►Reservations are required at least 72

Land & Water Cruise

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Tour begins with lunch in our restaurant followed by a narrated trolley tour. Learn about Starved Rock's history and legends of the area. The trolley takes passengers to the Eagle 1 to see the east end of Starved Rock State Park by water. Restrooms are available throughout

Mindful Paddle

Lake Chaminwood Preserve 24251 W. Shepley Rd., Minooka, IL, United States

Enjoy a guided reflective experience as you glide on the waters of Lake Chaminwood. Connect to nature through all your senses in an immersive and regenerative way. This isn't just a journey on the water but a time to reflect, recharge and let your stress melt away.

Live Music on the Veranda – Aaron Kelly, Indie/Folk

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Join us every Friday and select Saturdays for live music on our Veranda. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves! 8-11 pm.  

Yachtley Crew – The Forge

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

Prepare to set sail on a musical voyage like no other at The Forge in Lemont, IL, on Friday, August 2nd, for a nigh of yacht rock starring the Yachtley Crew. Join us for an evening of smooth grooves and laid-back vibes as Yachtley Crew takes the

Joliet Slammers vs. Evansville Otters: Princess & Pirates Night

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

Ahoy, mateys and majesties! Join us for a grand slam affair as we transform the ballpark into a kingdom of princesses and captains! It's a diamond dynasty where princesses reign over the bases and pirates plunder the outfield.  

Fridays in the Park – In the Pocket

Lincoln Landing 200 E. 9th St., Lockport, United States

Come Early! Stay Late! Food starts at 6:30. Band plays from 7 to 9. This Friday pet supply donations would be appreciated for TLC Animal Shelter.

I Spy Paddle

Lake Chaminwood Preserve 24251 W. Shepley Rd., Minooka, IL, United States

I spy with my little eye a new way to paddle this summer! As the sun sets, enjoy a sensory experience on the waters of Lake Chaminwood. Take part in a series of challenges to discover what you can find along the nooks and crannies of the