• Karaoke Night

    The Twisted Pin 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!  

  • Hairspray – The Musical

    Grace Theatre 316 Main St., Princeton, United States

    The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray Winner of eight Tony awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs. It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire-to

  • Princeton’s 4th of July Celebration

    Zearing Park S. Euclid & E. Thompson, Princeton, IL, United States

    Princeton Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate the 4th of July holiday with an entertaining fireworks display at Zearing Park. Come early and enjoy other activities happening before the big show. Featuring Birdchild!  

  • July 4th Unlimited Attraction Wristband at Haunted Trails Joliet

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

    July 4th Unlimited Attraction Wristband at Haunted Trails Joliet This July 4th enjoy UNLIMITED Fun on Trails Raceway Go-Karts, Jr. Go-Karts, Laser Tag, Miniature Golf, Monster Hop, Bone Shaker & Tornado Rides ALL DAY until 6 pm for $36.95/guest. Plus Enjoy Half-Price Games ALL DAY LONG! *In

  • Lake Renwick Migratory Bird Viewing

    Lake Renwick Preserve 23113 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL, United States

    See the dazzling spectacle of nesting herons, egrets and cormorants and maybe even see one of our resident bald eagles! The preserve has controlled access during nesting season to minimize disturbances to nesting birds. The only way to view these amazing creatures at Lake Renwick during this

  • Farmers Market – Jackson Street

    Ottawa Visitor Center 1028 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience  - enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family, friends, and

  • Into the Wild Art Exhibition

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

    This ongoing program will be offered from Saturday, July 5, through Saturday, Aug 30. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Step into the wild as you make your way through our art gallery! The Nature Artists' Guild of the Morton Arboretum is showcasing

  • Hairspray – The Musical

    Grace Theatre 316 Main St., Princeton, United States

    The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray Winner of eight Tony awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs. It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire-to dance

  • Music in the Park – Washington Square Park

    Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois

    Music in the Park Embrace Ottawa's small-town charm: bring a lawn chair, spread a blanket on the grass, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Concerts run from 6-8pm on Saturdays in downtown's historic Washington Park. Admission is free. At

  • Military Appreciation – Joliet Slammers vs. Florence Y’alls

    Joliet Slammers Stadium 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., Joliet, IL, United States

    A night of respect, pride, and baseball! We're honoring the brave men and women who serve our country with a salute to their courage and dedication!  

  • Hairspray – The Musical

    Grace Theatre 316 Main St., Princeton, United States

    The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray Winner of eight Tony awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs. It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire-to

  • Ottawa’s Third Friday – Madison Street

    Ottawa Visitor Center 1028 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Arts, culture, and entertainment come alive every Third Friday in downtown Ottawa, Illinois MAY – SEPTEMBER. Art vendors, music, food, and live events hosted by Open Space Gallery. Enjoy later shopping hours at many downtown retailers and enjoy custom food and drink specials at several of our

  • Lemont Farmers Market

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

    Join us for the Lemont Downtown Farmers Market at the Village Green, presented by Aster Gardens! These markets will continue on Tuesday evenings through the September 30th from 4-7pm. Vendors feature vegetables and fruit, flowers, mushrooms, local honey, micro greens, crepes and more! Stay tuned as we

  • These Books are Made for Walkin’

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Four Rivers is collaborating with the Three Rivers Public Library District(Opens in a new window) for a book club on the go! Join us to discuss books about the environment while we stroll the trails around Four Rivers. This months book is By the Fire We Carry

  • Lemont Cruise Nights & Block Party

    Cruise Nights & Block Party Location Main Street & Canal Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    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. Chevy/Corvette Wander the streets of historic Lemont Downtown viewing cars that take you back in time and make you dream of

  • Discovery Isle – Dip Netting

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

    Check out what’s living in the water at Isle a la Cache. Use dip nets and scopes to get an up-close look at the creatures that live in the water. This is a drop-in program; come any time between 1 and 3 p.m. No registration required. Wear

  • Needle Punch Workshop

    Hegeler Carus Mansion 1307 7th St., LaSalle, United States

    Want to take a stab at a new craft? Then join us for our first Needle Punch Workshop in the Open Court Editorial Office of the Hegeler Carus Mansion! Local artist Aubrey Sipula of Toil & Thyme will teach the class how to needle punch and assist

  • Concerts on the Hill: Veterans Night – “Just Us!” and The Joliet American Legion Band

    Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

     "Just Us" takes the stage at 6:30pm and the JALB follows at approximately 7:30pm. It is also "Veteran's Night" at the Park. We would love to see the hill filled with veterans! In addition to a special tribute to our nation's heroes, veterans who may be interested

  • Sunset Soiree – Reckless

    Sunset Soiree Location Stephen & Talcott, Lemont, United States

    Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen St for this free concert series! Put your dancing shoes on! The Annual Concert Series presented by the Lemont Park District and Village of Lemont is a crowd favorite with live music, dancing, and tons of family-friendly fun in Lemont

  • Karaoke Night

    The Twisted Pin 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    Join us for Karaoke with Host Joe Son! Start your weekend on a high note - Food, Fun, Self Serve Beer Wall, Craft Cocktails & Giveaways!  

  • Fun & Food Trucks

    Forked Creek Preserve 21248 W. Kahler Rd., Wilmington, IL, United States

    Summer has arrived in all its glory, and its the perfect time for a night in the woods! Our Fun & Food Truck series is heading south for an evening at Forked Creek Preserve Forsythe Woods off Kahler Road in Wilmington. Come for the bites from Smokin

  • Lake Renwick Migratory Bird Viewing

    Lake Renwick Preserve 23113 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL, United States

    See the dazzling spectacle of nesting herons, egrets and cormorants and maybe even see one of our resident bald eagles! The preserve has controlled access during nesting season to minimize disturbances to nesting birds. The only way to view these amazing creatures at Lake Renwick during this

  • Farmers Market – Jackson Street

    Ottawa Visitor Center 1028 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience from 8am to 12:30pm. Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family,