• Roamer Cruise Night & Dream Machines Car Club

    Downtown Streator Downtown Streator, Streator, IL, United States

    Dream Machines Car Show: 9 to 3 p.m. Saturday, September 5, Downtown Streator. Event includes cars, cruisers and family fun. Registration: Lipton Tea Lot from 9am - 12 pmAwards: 3 awards in each class - 19 automobile classes, 10 motorcycle classes. Food Trucks on Lipton Tea Lot

  • Adult Reading Retreat

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Ages 16 and older. Have you seen those BookTok read-a-thon challenges but thought, Who has the time?! Well, calling all busy grownup bookworms your next chapter begins here! We know life can easily get in the way of your reading goals, so mark this four-hour program on

  • Heap’s Sunflower Harvest

    Heap's Pumpkin Farm 4853 US 52, Minooka, IL, United States

    Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflowers, zinnias and other flowers to take photos, cut your own flowers to take home and enjoy the other activities on the farm!  

  • Chicago Labor Day Parade & Eddie Fest

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

    Parade kicks off at noon at 112th & Avenue F to South Ewing and 106th! Eddie Fest is at Arcade & Pullman Parks. Join us for a full day of fun, food, live music, craft vendors, bounce houses, and games & activities for all ages!  

  • Rockin’ The Rootbeer Stand

    The Rootbeer Stand 225 N. Columbia Ave., Oglesby, IL, United States

    The Ridley family (owners) and MMSS go back 20 years! They are great friends, fans, and family. Admission is free. The Rootbeer Stand is an old school carhop drive in diner w indoor seating/ service. THE BEST ROOTBEER FLOAT on the planet!

  • Heap’s Sunflower Harvest

    Heap's Pumpkin Farm 4853 US 52, Minooka, IL, United States

    Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflowers, zinnias and other flowers to take photos, cut your own flowers to take home and enjoy the other activities on the farm! Admission is $12.  

  • Plants, Paws & Pages

    Lockport Metra Station 133 W. 13th St., Lockport, IL, United States

    Our newest event celebrates all of our favorite things! Workshops, book signings, plants, pet gear and so much more! Admission is free.  

  • Sourdough Sunday: Paint Your Own Bread Board

    Rejuvenate - Plants & Wellness 2212 Plainfield Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    Join us at RejuveNate for Sourdough Sunday, a fun afternoon where you can paint your very own one-of-a-kind sourdough bread board while shopping fresh, handmade sourdough from Sourdough by Sam! Choose your colors, get creative, and design a beautiful bread board that's uniquely yours. All painting supplies

  • Last Night in White

    Harbor House by Valentino's 411 Great Loop E Drive, Ottawa, IL, United States

    One last summer night. One BIG party. And yes... WEAR WHITE! � Join us Sunday as The Last Night in White takes over The Boardwalk at Heritage Harbor Resort for an end-of-summer celebration under the lights! This year we're bringing the party onto the sand with music,

  • Heap’s Sunflower Harvest

    Heap's Pumpkin Farm 4853 US 52, Minooka, IL, United States

    Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflowers, zinnias and other flowers to take photos, cut your own flowers to take home and enjoy the other activities on the farm! Admission is $12.    

  • Haunted Trails Labor Day Unlimited Attraction Wristband

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

    Wrap up another spectacular summer with UNLIMITED FUN this Labor Day! Enjoy UNLIMITED Fun on Trails Raceway Go-Karts, Jr. Go-Karts, Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, Monster Hop, Bone Shaker & Tornado Rides ALL DAY LONG for $29.95/guest*. See website for details!*In the event of inclement weather, our daily

  • Heap’s Sunflower Harvest

    Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflowers, zinnias and other flowers to take photos, cut your own flowers to take home and enjoy the other activities on the farm! Admission is $12.  

  • Tuesday Summer Socials

    Duncan Manor House & Gardens 1002 Towanda-Barnes Rd., Towanda, IL, United States

    Join us for Summer Socials at Duncan Manor — a weekly outdoor gathering designed to bring our community together through local makers, live music, food, and shared experiences on the grounds of our historic estate. Admission is $0 to $20.  

  • Lemont Farmers Market

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

    Fresh foods and fresh vibes await.  Stop by weekly to pick up fresh produce, flowers, and treats, or grab food from a local vendor and swing along to live music. The Farmers Market is a fan-favorite for all ages. Vendors change weekly so follow the market on Facebook

  • Wednesday Storytime

    Bronkberry Farms 18061 Bronk Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    STORYTIME is the best morning on the farm. YAY! Grab the kids and come out to listen to story reading, enjoy an interactive experience, and then visit the farm animals at 10:00 am every Wednesday of our season! Want more time on the farm after? We have

  • Heap’s Sunflower Harvest

    Heap's Pumpkin Farm 4853 US 52, Minooka, IL, United States

    Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflowers, zinnias and other flowers to take photos, cut your own flowers to take home and enjoy the other activities on the farm! Admission is $12.  

  • Wednesday Night Summer Concerts

    Bolingbrook Festival Grounds & Performing Arts Center 375 W. Briarcliff Rd., Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Grab your family, friends, lawn chairs and some food and come and enjoy the sounds of The Disco Circus before summer is over!! Admission is free.

  • Heap’s Sunflower Harvest

    Heap's Pumpkin Farm 4853 US 52, Minooka, IL, United States

    Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflowers, zinnias and other flowers to take photos, cut your own flowers to take home and enjoy the other activities on the farm! Admission is $12.    

  • Simply Elton: A Tribute to Elton John

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

    Simply Elton is a high voltage celebration of the legendary Sir Elton John - starring the electrifying Brian Harris and the powerhouse Mat Hatters Band. Together, they deliver an experience that captures spot on Elton vocals, rocking piano work, dazzling costumes and theatrical flair and nonstop energy

  • Sunset Market

    Heritage Harbor 111 Harbor View Drive, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Sunset Market brings together a curated mix of local vendors, live music, and food in a laid-back, walkable setting. Browse handmade goods, fresh finds, and unique local products while enjoying dinner, drinks, and the energy of a summer evening at the Harbor. Stop by after work, meet

  • New Lenox Farmers Market

    New Lenox Commons 1 Veterans' Parkway P, New Lenox, IL, United States

    In its second year, Chicago Street Markets continues to collaborate with the Village of New Lenox to expand the New Lenox Farmers Market, offering more variety from local farmers, growers, makers and bakers. Admission is free.  

  • Concerts in the Park: The Clients

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

    Grab your family, friends and lawn chairs and come listen to the sounds of The Clients. There will be food trucks, games and family fun. Enjoy a fun night with the community! Admission is free.  

  • Think & Drink: The Irish in America

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

    Long before St. Patrick’s Day parades turned rivers green and filled taverns with shamrocks, Irish immigrants arriving in America often encountered a very different welcome. We don’t have to look far to find their story. When construction began on the Illinois & Michigan Canal in the 1830s,

  • Chicago Street Farmers Market

    Downtown Joliet City Square 91 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

    Our markets celebrate local creativity and entrepreneurship while bringing unique, handcrafted goods and fresh, locally sourced products to the heart of our community. Since 2023, Chicago Street Markets has partnered with municipalities, park districts, and private spaces to plan and manage events of all sizes.  

  • Heap’s Sunflower Harvest

    Heap's Pumpkin Farm 4853 US 52, Minooka, IL, United States

    Enjoy over 5 acres of sunflowers, zinnias and other flowers to take photos, cut your own flowers to take home and enjoy the other activities on the farm! Admission is $12.