Events

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.  

Join the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 for Cars & Guitars at our new location, the Downtown Joliet City Square. Free Admission. HOT RODS * MUSIC * VENDORS!! First 75 Cars Receive a Cars & Guitars Dash Plaque.  

Don't miss the excitement for the festival offers a variety of entertainment events for the entire family. The events take place primarily in the downtown area, and there is no admission fees or parking fees. There is a fee for the Beer Garden. Free musical entertainment is

The largest festival in North Central Illinois is back!! This year promises even larger national music acts, more vendors, more live music, a beer garden, and over a dozen food vendors daily. Not to mention rides and games from Fantasy Amusements and the largest fireworks display in

Join us for a Steampunk-themed flower arrangement workshop! Led by Emilie Overy from Flowers Plus Streator, this hands-on workshop will guide you through the process of making a beautiful flower arrangement with a unique flair. Take home your fresh flower arrangement to decorate your space and take

Join special guest and local artist Samantha Thompson as she shares her connection with beadwork and her Potawatomi heritage. Then follow along with step-by-step instructions to make a beaded creation of your own inspired by traditional Potawatomi designs. $5 per person. All supplies are provided. Registration required

Grab your family, friends, lawn chairs and blankets and come enjoy the sounds of The Del Bergeson Orchestra. Mark your calendars for great music, good company, and fun evenings in Downtown Morris. Whether you're into classic hits, country, rock, blues, or something in between, there is something

In a town known for its quiet surprises, Engle Lane Theatre proves that big talent shines brightly in Streator. Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Winner of

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.  

Celebrate the last days of summer break at Four Rivers! On Day 3, become a wilderness explorer. Learn the skills you need inside and then head out on the trails to put them to the test. Each day of the Summer Finale, held from Aug. 5 to

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. Special Services: Visitors can submit family surnames for researchers to search the Immke database to locate potential ancestors within the 20,000 scanned images.Contact:

Don't miss the excitement for the festival offers a variety of entertainment events for the entire family. The events take place primarily in the downtown area, and there is no admission fees or parking fees. There is a fee for the Beer Garden. Free musical entertainment is

Experience Hammel Woods in a new and exciting way. Join a naturalist in a hands-on exploration of the creek. While visiting the habitats in and around the water, were sure to spot some interesting creatures. Using nets and hand lenses, we will investigate both the small and

The largest festival in North Central Illinois is back!! This year promises even larger national music acts, more vendors, more live music, a beer garden, and over a dozen food vendors daily. Not to mention rides and games from Fantasy Amusements and the largest fireworks display in

Summer is winding down, and we're celebrating with good eats, live music, ice cream and fun for the whole family! Join us at one of our southernmost preserves for Fun & Food Trucks featuring Mexican cuisine from The Grills Tacos and our fan favorite, Lil Debs. Route

A glowing BYOB craft night at Handmade Happy Hour Create something soft, glowing, and completely one of a kind at our Pressed Flower Luminary Workshop, part of our Handmade Happy Hour series. This BYOB, adults-only creative class on the farm invites you to design a beautiful lighted

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 Boy Band Night is the ultimate live tribute to the iconic groups that defined a generation, delivering a high-energy experience packed with the hits of the Backstreet Boys, NSYNC, One Direction, and the Jonas Brothers. Unlike traditional tributes, this show is strictly all-live—no tracks—featuring three dynamic

Port Authority is four seasoned musicians with decades of experience playing the best in classic rock & pop, built to get audiences on their feet. Port Authority's crowd-pleasing setlist turns every performance into a full-throttle musical experience. Members include John McFarland from M&R Rush and the Chicago

In a town known for its quiet surprises, Engle Lane Theatre proves that big talent shines brightly in Streator. Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Winner of

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,

Experience the thrill of driving a real NASCAR race car on the Chicagoland Speedway, a 1.5-mile tri-oval track with 18-degree banking in the turns. After a drivers meeting with training and instruction, you'll set off for timed racing sessions, solo in the car. No lead car, no

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. Special Services: Visitors can submit family surnames for researchers to search the Immke database to locate potential ancestors within the 20,000 scanned images.Contact:

Don't miss the excitement for the festival offers a variety of entertainment events for the entire family. The events take place primarily in the downtown area, and there is no admission fees or parking fees. There is a fee for the Beer Garden. Free musical entertainment is

The largest festival in North Central Illinois is back!! This year promises even larger national music acts, more vendors, more live music, a beer garden, and over a dozen food vendors daily. Not to mention rides and games from Fantasy Amusements and the largest fireworks display in