Events

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of creativity and fun with On A Whim at Countryside Village in Braidwood! Dive into the spirit of fall by crafting your very own layered wood décor masterpiece! $35 per person.  

Grab your family, friends, lawn chairs and picnic blankets and come and enjoy the sounds of Cadillac Grove before the summer is over!!

The Bureau County Fair returns bringing five days of entertainment, livestock shows, carnival rides, fair food, and family fun to Princeton. This year's grandstand entertainment features Sawyer Brown & Lonestar on August 27—a concert country music fans won't want to miss! Start making your plans now and

This is a special glow paint session designed just for kids. They will enjoy a fun, high-energy paint experience under the glow lights using neon paint, music, and plenty of creativity. $28 per kid.  

This is a special glow paint session designed just for kids. They will enjoy a fun, high-energy paint experience under the glow lights using neon paint, music, and plenty of creativity. $28 per kid.    

Dan Schott will present The Founding Documents. Celebrate the Semiquincentennial and learn about the documents that began the United States during the Revolution, as well as some of the Founders and their tribulations. The suggested donation is $10. Seating maybe limited be limited; call the museum to

This ongoing program runs from Tuesday, Sept. 1, to Monday, Nov. 30.Get out on the trail and enjoy the changing of the seasons with the 24th annual Woods Walk challenge! Experience 10 beautiful Will County trails during their fall splendor. Trails range from 0.5 to 4.25 miles

Take a vacation day for this full day of fun. Start the morning with a comfortable 2.5-mile hike along the river to find a fleet of kayaks waiting for you at McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove. After a quick lunch break, forge out on the Des Plaines

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 $0 to $20.  

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

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! Want more time on the farm after? We have Storytime themed crafts on the 2nd and 4th

Grab your family, friends, some food and a picnic blanket and come and enjoy the country sounds of Buckshot Bully as Bolingbrook celebrates America's 250th!!! Admission is free.

Welcome, all homeschool families! Join other middle and high school-aged homeschoolers to experience a naturalist-led field trip at McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove. In Illinois, we have all four seasons, but how and why? Which species rely on seasonal changes and how does the changing climate impact

Enjoy a calming & beautiful experience with Nettle Creek Lavender Farm from Morris, IL and awaken your senses while creating 2 simmering potpourris that provide natural & clean scents to your home. You will also put together 2 delightfully scented sachets to add to drawers, closets, linens,

Grab your family, friends and a picnic blanket and come and enjoy the sounds of Billy Elton before summer is over! Concessions will be open. Playground open to general public. Cooler and bags allowed, subject to inspection.  No glass bottles, smoking or  littering.  No pets or animals. Admission is

Come on a paddle adventure as we enjoy the sights of September on the confluence of the Des Plaines and DuPage rivers. Youll be guided by certified kayak instructors on this relaxing paddle, and we will hopefully catch a glimpse of some migrating birds! Registration required by

A rustic BYOB craft night at Handmade Happy Hour Get creative with texture, tone, and all things fall at our Fall-Inspired Pallet Wood Creation Class, part of our Handmade Happy Hour series. This BYOB, adults-only workshop on the farm invites you to work with reclaimed pallet wood

Grab your bestie and come sample rose wine from around the world and pick a bouquet while you relax and stroll the beautiful grounds of Duncan Manor! Tickets include 4 2oz pours of unique rose wines, a bouquet and vintage vase, and a fresh baked treat by

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,

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

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

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!  

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!  

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!

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.