Events

Walk the site after dark at your own pace. Informational signs and lights are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. Admission is $12 to $32.  

Chicago likes to tell its story as a railroad city, a meatpacking city, an industrial city, and a great inland metropolis. But before any of that could happen, there was the Illinois & Michigan Canal. Clint Cargile explores the history of the I&M Canal and makes the

In a town known for its quiet surprises, Engle Lane Theatre proves that big talent shines brightly in Streator.    

Calling all anglers! Come on out to Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and close out summer while you try your hand at fishing. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. We will provide one free container of

The Trackside Farmers Market is a curated, locally driven market dedicated to supporting farmers, makers, bakers, and growers while elevating small businesses. Through a partnership between Chicago Street Markets and the City of Lockport, the market brings a diverse selection of fresh produce, artisan foods, handcrafted goods,

Tents full of Artisan, Makers, Creators, Small Businesses, Vintage/Repurposed, Gourmet Foods, Food Trucks, Local Farmers, Live Music, and More.

Calling all anglers! Come on out to Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and close out summer while you try your hand at fishing. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. We will provide one free container of

Welcome to Dwight Harvest Days, where we're combining our usual start-of-Fall fun with a special celebration of 250 years since the United States declared its independence. ​Join us for a weekend filled with carnival rides, a Basset Waddle, live entertainment, and plenty of patriotic fun in downtown

The Museum is hosting a three-day sale of duplicate Corn Festival buttons, yearbooks, plat maps and many other items that don't align with our mission.Visit and see some unique treasures.  

Join us in our beautiful country setting for a day filled with 30+ fine artists, craft beer, delicious home baked treats, live music, wine tasting, local produce, local lunch fare, ice cream and more. Admission is free. We are planning for a fun community art experience where

The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,

Catch a hayride out to our 25-acre pumpkin patch full of 90 different varieties of pumpkins, gourds, and squash! Pick from traditional jack o' lanterns, to white pumpkins of all sizes, bumpy pumpkins, green, red and multi-colored pumpkins, to name a few. Admission is $9 to $14.

You'll enjoy some amazing music on stage, while literally wine-ing through the event. Shop with local businesses and Canal Market vendors, enjoy food at local restaurants and event food trucks... there's so much to do you'll want to make a weekend out of it. Admission is $5

In a town known for its quiet surprises, Engle Lane Theatre proves that big talent shines brightly in Streator.    

Our Lemont Oktoberfest celebration is back at The Forge Adventure Park and better than ever! Featuring more bus transportation, more food, a full day of live music, and plenty of award-winning Pollyanna beer (and cocktails!), we're proud to be the only brewery celebrating Oktoberfest at The Forge's

No experience needed for this fun twist on our intro to pottery wheel class! Students aged 12-adult (8-11 with adult) will mix two different clay bodies together to create stunning marbled clay pots! What's Included: 3 hours of instruction, 2.5 lbs of hazelnut clay, and 2.5 lbs of

12th Annual event with bands, local food vendors, and BBQ Rib Contest. Free Admission.  

The Morris Lion's Club and Fraternal Order of Eagles will be hosting a drawdown to benefit the Grundy County History Museum. The drawdown ticket is $100 and includes dinner for two and a chance to win up to $1500.There will also be raffles, auctions and 50/50.   

The City of Pontiac's Summer Sendoff 2026 will feature Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band. Rockin' at the River Concerts are family-friendly, free, and open to the public. Food vendors will have items for sale, or you can bring your own picnic! Bring your own lawn

Gear up for an evening of German-inspired food & fashion! Step into The Grove at the Mansion for a night where Victorian elegance meets steampunk artistry. Enjoy exquisite food and drink, live music, and fashion inspired by the Mansion's 19th-century heritage. Proceeds support the legacy of this

Walk the site after dark at your own pace. Informational signs and lights are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. Admission $12 to $32.    

Bronkberry Farms hosts vendors from the Chicagoland area and beyond who showcase, share, and sell their unique products to the community. See what our talented crafters and vendors have to offer this season and mark your calendars to come out and enjoy a day at the farm,

Finish off the summer in Pontiac! The 15th Annual All Pontiac Car Show on Sunday, September 20, 2026, is the culmination of a full weekend of fun in Pontiac, Illinois. The celebration kicks off Saturday, September 19th, evening with the Summer Send Off Concert and Cruise-In at

Welcome to Dwight Harvest Days, where we're combining our usual start-of-Fall fun with a special celebration of 250 years since the United States declared its independence. ​Join us for a weekend filled with carnival rides, a Basset Waddle, live entertainment, and plenty of patriotic fun in downtown

The Siegel family welcomes everyone to come HARVEST FAMILY MEMORIES. General Admission tickets include more than 35+ attractions, from farm animals to pet and feed, Siegel's 5 sports ball zone, wagon rides to the u-pick pumpkin field, 6 unique play areas, life size pin art, train rides,