• Pullman Exhibit Hall: Model Train Experience

    Pullman Exhibit Hall 11141 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

    An amazing Lionel train exhibit that brings Pullman and the holidays to life Join us at Exhibit Hall for an awesome display of vintage Lionel trains with hundreds of feet of track and four unique set-ups including a Polar Express exhibit showcasing the role our Pullman community

  • Pullman Exhibit Hall: From Wrecking Ball to National Park

    Pullman Exhibit Hall 11141 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, United States

    Pullman Exhibit Hall featuring its 50th anniversary exhibit. Learn what it takes to preserve a neighborhood’s history at Historic Pullman Foundation’s new exhibition From Wrecking Ball to National Park. As HPF celebrates its 50th anniversary, the exhibit explores the successes and set-backs on the road to preservation

  • Montage’s New Year’s Eve Brunch

    Montage Wine Bar & Spirits 307 Liberty St., Morris, IL, United States

    Kick off New Year's Eve with brunch at Montage! We'll be opening up at 9 am with a special brunch menu just for the day. No tickets are required, but reservations are highly suggested to secure a spot! So get the gang together and give us a

  • New Year’s Eve Fun at Haunted Trails – Joliet

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

    Ring in 2024 at Haunted Trails in Joliet with our New Year’s Eve Fun Deal, available on Sunday, December 31st only. Enjoy $30 in Game Play, 3 Hours of UNLIMITED Monster Hop, Bone Shaker, AND Laser Tag plus a Mini 7” One-Topping Pizza and Large Soft Drink

  • Craft’d Yorkville Kids New Year’s Eve Party

    Craft'd Yorkville 2075 Marketview Dr., Yorkville, IL, United States

    Craft'd Yorkville Kids New Year's Eve Party Sunday 12/31 ~ 3 PM & 6 PM Seatings (2 Hours Long) $25/Child - Space is LimitedReservations Required - Call (630)318-0170Includes Kids Meal Buffet, N/A Champagne Toast, Party Favors, DJ & Balloon Drop. Open to Public 11 AM - 9

  • New Year’s Eve Party at Joliet’s Town & Country Lanes

    Joliet Town & Country Lanes 2231 W. Jefferson St., Joliet, United States

    3 Party times to Roll in the New Year! Cosmic bowling and your favorite music playing all night. We'll have New Year's Rockin Eve on our over-lane projectors and we'll count down to midnight with the Chicago NYE Show. 10pm Party includes an extra half hour of bowling,

  • NYE Globe Trotters Gala (All Ages)

    Grand Bear Resort 2643 IL Route 178, Utica, IL, United States

    🎉 NYE Globe-trotters Gala: A New Year's Eve Extravaganza for all ages! 🌍 Join us for a one-of-a-kind celebration as we journey around the world this New Year's Eve at Grand Bear Resort! It's not just a party; it's a global festival perfect for families, kids, and

  • New Year’s Eve Ecstatic Dance & Vibrational Evolution

    Unwind at Westclox 304 5th St., Peru, IL, United States

    Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration at Unwind at Westclox! Get ready to dance, connect, and evolve as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new. This in-person event promises an ecstatic atmosphere filled with positive vibes and transformative energy. There will

  • Woodsmoke NYE Bash

    Woodsmoke Ranch 2795 E. 28th Rd., Seneca, IL, United States

      Come join us for a fun and safe NYE bash at the Ranch! We will have a 3-course dinner of Roast Beef, Vegetable Lasagna, Chicken Tenders, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Salad and Dessert. The bar will also be open serving Beer,

  • Prohibition New Year’s Eve Bash

    Sable Creek Winery 14912 S. Eastern Ave., Plainfield, IL, United States

    Prohibition Party 12/31/23 7pm-12:30am $100.00 New Year's Eve Prohibition Event at Sable Creek Winery It's the Roaring 20's come in and enjoy the Speakeasy. Dress in your 1920's best as we bring in 2024! Special Code will be provided after registration to enter our Closed establishment. Your

  • New Year’s Eve at the Pub – Morris

    The Pub 200 Gore Road, Morris, United States

    Join us for a rocking NYE at The Pub in Morris! We are super excited to rock into the new year with you all!  

  • First Day Walk – Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center

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

    We are having a First day hike! Kick of the new year right by joining us for a guided hike to Wildcat Canyon, Eagle Cliff and Lover's Leap. Register by calling 815-220-7386 or online at: https://qrco.de/bef5aT  

  • Hair of the Dog Polka Party – New Year’s Day

    Royalty West Banquet Hall 8675 S. Archer Ave., Willow Springs, United States

    14th Annual "Hair of the Dog" Polka Party Monday, January 1, 2024 Royalty West Banquet Hall Doors open 1:30 PM Music 2-6 PM Admission $15.00 Music by Tony Blazonczyk's New Phaze, The EZ-Tones & Chicago's Concertina All Star Band More Info Contact: Tony Blazonczyk 815-530-5917  

  • Experience Pullman Home Tour

    Experience Pullman Home Tour
    Pullman House Project & Pullman Club Coffee Shop 605 E. 111th St., Chicago, United States

      Come with our expert guide and walk in the footsteps of the men and women who lived and worked in the town George Pullman built in 1880. Our tours start at the largest single family home in Pullman, the home of the General Manager. This 4,500

  • “Join the Dark Side – How Artificial Light at Night has Transformed Our World”

    Midewin NTP Conference Room 30239 S. State Route 53, Wilmington, United States

    Ken Walzak, Senior Manager Adler Planetarium; Board of Directors, DarkSky International In a little more than a century our use of light at night has dramatically altered the natural pattern our world has enjoyed for billions of years. How does this impact flora, fauna and ourselves - as

  • Sunrise Hike – Little Red Schoolhouse

    Little Red Schoolhouse

    Come join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of a new day. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

  • Taboos of the Trade

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

    Every field trip season, the interpreters at Isle a la Cache teach students about the fur trade and the people of 18th-century Illinois Country. But there are a lot of adult topics that are taboo — mature relationships, alcohol, rowdy rendezvous, even pipe breaks. Come on out

  • “Ticket to Fun” Family Game Night – Mendota Museum & Historical Society

    Mendota Museum & Historical Society 901 Washington St., Mendota, United States

    The Mendota Museum & Historical Society (MMHS) will sponsor a family game night entitled Ticket to Fun from 4 pm to 7 pm. Held in the conference room of the Hume-Carnegie Museum, family-friendly board games will be available, or participants may bring their own board games to

  • Marseilles Firefighters Cabin Fever Spaghetti Dinner

    Marseilles Lions Club 511 Commercial St., Marseilles, United States

    Do you have Cabin Fever? We have the cure. Come out to our Spaghetti Dinner on Jan. 20th and support us and the Lions Club. Serving a spaghetti dinner from 4 - 7 PM. Tickets available at the door. Adults $12, Kids under 12 $8. Games of

  • Folsom Prison Experience

    Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St., Joliet, United States

    Prepare to step back in time and immerse yourself in the unforgettable atmosphere of the legendary 1968 Johnny Cash show at Folsom Prison, where the spirit of that historic day springs to life. As the doors swing open, you'll find yourself instantly transformed into an inmate, ready

  • Nature Walk at the Forge – Lemont

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

    Set out for an adventurous hike led by Master Naturalist, Robert Schwaan. He will lead you through some of the many miles of trails here at The Forge discovering what kind of nature and wildlife we have out there. If this is not your first time at

  • Winter Tree ID – Camp Sagawau, Lemont

    Camp Sagawau

    Join a naturalist as we discover several ways to identify trees in winter. Ages 18 & up. Weather dependent. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Sagawau at 630-257-2045. CONTACT: 630-257-2045 COST: Free

  • Ice & Lights Fest – Historic Downtown Lemont

    Village of Lemont

    The weather outside is frightful, but our ice fest will be delightful! With 20+ magical, one-of-a-kind ice sculptures placed throughout Downtown, you can spend the day in Lemont seeing them all and shopping our local businesses! Help us ring in the new year with our 4th Annual Ice

  • Insights from Search and Rescue – Staying Prepared in Winter

    Midewin NTP Conference Room 30239 S. State Route 53, Wilmington, United States

    Allen Matza, Search and Rescue Division Chief, Will County Emergency Management Agency Whether you're part of the search team or the one being searched for it's crucial to stay ready for any weather scenario. In this discussion, we'll delve into the challenges faced during winter searches. We’ll

  • Community Garage Sale – Rt. 66 Old School Brewing Co.

    Rt. 66 Old School Brewing Co. 110 Bridge St., Wilmington, IL, United States

    One man’s junk is another man’s treasure so come on out and find yours (if you only want to shop and not sell) Let’s give this a whirl! We welcome you to come sell your unwanted goods on January 27th!! We have a limited amount of spots.