• Defying Gravi-Tea Party

    Prairie Bluff Golf Club 19433 Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, IL, United States

    Calling all Elphabas and Glindas... You won't want to miss this spellbinding afternoon inspired by Wicked! Sip tea, enjoy sweet treats, and a performance. Celebrate friendship and fun in true Emerald City style. Costumes are encouraged! All guests must be registered. Admission $30 - $35. Tables seat

  • LCHS Antiquin’ Weekend

    LCHS Canal Market 210 Clark St., Utica, United States

    Join the LCHS Canal Market at our 6th Annual Antiquin' Weekend in the quaint Village of North Utica!! LCHS Canal Market will host Vintage and Antique Vendors with their unique treasures. Don't forget to check out Starved Rock Country's other wonderful Antique stores including Clarks Run Antiques!!

  • Watercolor Resist Postcard

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Postcards from the Edge, stamps included. Bring your favorite landscape snapshots or use ours for inspiration. Create postcardsize scenic watercolors using homemade inks and a number of resist processes to make them really pop! Take home as many postcards as you can create! Mail them to friends! $50 all materials

  • Lemont Authors’ Panel

    The Old Stone Church 306 Lemont Street, Lemont, IL, United States

    Don't forget to join us for the Lemont Five Author History Panel at the Lemont Historical Society! Weve gathered a fantastic panel of local writers to discuss how the rich history of Lemont has shaped their stories and their writing process. Whether you're into historical mysteries, middle-grade

  • Live From Laurel Canyon

    Pontiac Township High School 1100 Indiana Ave, Pontiac, United States

    Mark your calendars and join the Livingston County Concert Association for the final concert of the season! They will be featuring the folk-rock band, Live from Laurel Canyon.   

  • Wet Felt Light

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Create your own cozy, one-of-a-kind hanging light in this hands-on wet felting class! Perfect for both beginners and experienced makers, this workshop will guide you through the process of transforming soft wool fibers into a beautiful, durable felted lampshade. You’ll learn the fundamentals of wet felting, including

  • Last & First: Mid-1800s Currency Issued by a Grundy County Bank in Morris, Illinois

    Wesley Center 111 W. North St., Morris, IL, United States

    Morris Illinois was a prime spot for commerce in the mid 1800s. The Illinois & Michigan Canal was located to the south of town, and new railroad tracks to the north. In the early 1860s the country and economy were going through major changes due to the

  • Open Mic Poetry Night Hosted by Jamie Neely

    Open Space Art Gallery & Studios 223 W. Madison St., Ottawa, United States

    Join us for this free event every last Wednesday of the month! All types of writing welcome. Hosted By Jamie Neely. BYOB welcome.  

  • First Time Fishing

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Theres no time like the present to learn a new skill! Learn fishing basics, such as putting tackle on the pole and baiting the hook. Practice casting and gain hands-on experience while fishing along the shoreline with the guidance of an instructor. All materials are provided, including

  • Sounds on 66

    Joliet City Center 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

    Join us in the heart of downtown Joliet to kick off the Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor weekend. We are proud to debut this celebration at the brand-new City Square, transforming our downtown into a vibrant stage for historic sound and cars to commemorate 100 years of

  • Talk Derby To Me

    Downtown Morris 111 E. Washington St., Morris, IL, United States

    It's time to TALK DERBY TO ME! Gallop to Morris for the fun!! Run for the Roses!! Trifecta of Prizes! Winner's Circle After Party!! Grab your girls, throw on your cutest hat, and get ready for a night out you don't want to miss. Shop, dine, and

  • Cars & Guitars - Sounds on 66

    Joliet City Center 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, United States

    Join the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 as we kick off the Cars & Guitars Summer Season! We will be at our new location, Downtown Joliet City Square, to kick off the Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor Weekend! Experience the evolution of the automobile

  • Wine Glass Painting

    Bronkberry Farms 18061 Bronk Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    A BYOB creative night at Handmade Happy Hour!! Sip, paint, and unwind at our Paint Your Own Wine Glass Workshop, part of our Handmade Happy Hour series. This BYOB, adults-only craft night on the farm invites you to design a custom wine glass that's as fun, bold,

  • Tom Papa: Grateful Bread Tour

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

    The comedian has had 6 highly rated stand-up specials including his most recent Netflix stand-up special, Home Free, which premiered on October 29th. Filmed at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., Tom holds nothing back, as his kids are finally out of the house and it’s just

  • Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash

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

    It's all part of a weekend that honors Tom Nauman's legacy and the Midwest way of life: good people, great food, and plenty of laughter!! Join us at Washington Park, where you can shop and peruse a large Botanical Market and Morel Market featuring everything… You guessed

  • Repot & Refresh: A Houseplant Styling Bar

    Hornbaker Gardens 22937 County Rd. 1140 N, Princeton, IL, United States

    Refresh your indoor plants at our Houseplant Restyling Bar! Browse a curated selection of houseplants, containers, and soil available for purchase and create a freshly styled plant ready for your home. You can also bring your own plant and/or container and we will provide fresh soil based

  • 2026 Swinging Bridges Art Festival & Red Carpet Corridor

    Downtown Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, United States

    Join us for the 18th Annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd as we celebrate 100 miles of Route 66 through Illinois! This exciting event spans 14 communities, each hosting their own unique activities and attractions. Pontiac is packed with exciting

  • Route 66 Skoolie Swarm

    Downtown Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, United States

    Join us in Downtown Pontiac for the first-ever Skoolie Swarm during Red Carpet Corridor Weekend. In honor of the beloved Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire and his Road Yacht, what better way to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial than with a gathering of conversion vehicles? Explore 50+

  • Route 66 Spring Social

    Duncan Manor House & Gardens 1002 Towanda-Barnes Rd., Towanda, IL, United States

    Join us during the annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival as Duncan Manor opens its grounds for a lively spring weekend just steps off historic Route 66. Visitors are invited to wander the property, explore a curated outdoor vendor market, enjoy drinks and food from local vendors, and

  • The Amazing Race

    Historic Downtown Lemont Canal & Stephen St, Lemont, IL, United States

    Downtown is your game board.Think youve got what it takes?Grab your team and take on The Amazing Race: Downtown Lemont a fast-paced afternoon of challenges, clues, competition, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting.Race through local businesses. Compete for prizes. Discover downtown in a whole new

  • Market on Canal

    Historic Downtown Lemont Canal & Stephen St, Lemont, IL, United States

    We've waited all winter to be reunited with the amazing vendors at Market on Canal hosted by Mabel's Market. We are so proud of this sweet outdoor vintage and handcrafted market that includes over 50+ talented vendors, live music, food truck, and drinks. It's a vibe you

  • Run the Rock

    Old Joliet Prison 1125 Collins St., Joliet, IL, United States

    Get ready to run into summer with the most exciting and energetic event of the season! The Giant Summer Kickoff Run is not just a race—it's a celebration of sunshine, good vibes, and the start of an unforgettable season. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in

  • Create Your Own Spring Planter

    Bronkberry Farms 18061 Bronk Rd., Plainfield, IL, United States

    S tart the Season in STYLE and deck out your porch patio, or garden area with a gorgeous, handmade planter...done by YOU! We are there to help and guide you as you create, but the sky is the limit on what you bring to life. The class

  • 2026 Swinging Bridges Art Festival & Red Carpet Corridor

    Downtown Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, United States

    Join us for the 18th Annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd as we celebrate 100 miles of Route 66 through Illinois! This exciting event spans 14 communities, each hosting their own unique activities and attractions. Pontiac is packed with exciting

  • Route 66 Skoolie Swarm

    Downtown Pontiac Downtown, Pontiac, United States

    Join us in Downtown Pontiac for the first-ever Skoolie Swarm during Red Carpet Corridor Weekend. In honor of the beloved Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire and his Road Yacht, what better way to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial than with a gathering of conversion vehicles? Explore 50+