Music in the Park is getting a special extended evening! Come enjoy extra time of live music, summer vibes, and community fun in the beautiful Washington Square. Bring your friends, your family, and your favorite picnic blankets – let's make this a night to remember! Admission is
Join Camp Tuckabatchee for their 2 day outdoor quilt and art show and Makers Market. Admission to be determined.
Join us for a decadent pre-registered experience as we pair 4 delicious wines with 4 gourmet cheese's! $20 per person.
Join us for a special presentation with acclaimed artist, illustrator, cartographer and author Tom Willcockson as we celebrate two important milestones: the 110th anniversary of the National Park Service and the 42nd anniversary of the designation of the I&M Canal National Heritage Area—America's first National Heritage Area.
JOIN THE 2026 DEBATE DAYS PARADE! Get ready to wave the flags, crank up the patriotic music, and celebrate America's 250th Birthday in true Ottawa style! This year's parade celebrates the 250th Anniversary of American Independence, and we're inviting the entire community to be part of this
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.
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
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
Duane Petersen Trophy 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 make
Grab your family, friends, some food and your favorite picnic blanket and come and enjoy the sounds of The Fortunate Sons, a Credence Clearwater Revival Band!! Admission is free.
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
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.
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 chairs or blankets to sit on; a small number of chairs will be available if you
Grab your family, friends, lawn chair or favorite picnic blanket and come and enjoy the sounds of Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts before the summer is over!! Admission is free.
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
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.
The H.W. Immke Exhibit features a vast collection of restored glass plate negatives and vintage photography equipment from local Princeton photographer Henry William Immke. Visitors can submit family surnames for researchers to search the Immke database to locate potential ancestors within the 20,000 scanned images.Contact: Private appointments
This Friday night concert series brings a dynamic mix of musical styles to City Square's inaugural season. Enjoy live performances and community fun, presented in partnership with Chicago Street Pub. Admission is free.
Held in the heart of downtown, Jammin' at the Clock brings energy and rhythm to one of Streator's most recognizable gathering spaces. With music filling Heritage Park and businesses nearby, it's a vibrant way to experience downtown while enjoying live entertainment in an intimate, welcoming setting. Whether
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 Artisans, Makers, Creators, Small Businesses, Vintage/Repurposed, Gourmet Foods, Food Trucks, Local Farmers, Live Music, and More. This is a family friendly free event for which folks mark their calendars.
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
Celebrate Streator's connection to Pluto during Pluto Fest & the Fall Food Truck Festival on Saturday, August 29! Head to Streator City Park for an afternoon filled with food, music, vendors, family activities, and community fun. Enjoy delicious offerings from a variety of food trucks, along with craft beer and wine tasting, vendors,
The H.W. Immke Exhibit features a vast collection of restored glass plate negatives and vintage photography equipment from local Princeton photographer Henry William Immke. Visitors can submit family surnames for researchers to search the Immke database to locate potential ancestors within the 20,000 scanned images.Contact: Private appointments
Come one, come all to the Black Joy Parade Joliet! There will be guest appearances , and something for everyone to see.The City Square Celebration begins immediately following the parade. Bring the whole family and enjoy an afternoon filled with fun, food, and more! Parade start time: