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Outdoor Yoga at Village Green
2024-06-29 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Lemont Village Green, 322 Main St., Lemont, 60439, United States
Join Nicole Schneider Yoga for Outdoor Yoga in Village Green Park!
Weather permitting, every Saturday from 9am – 10am join Nicole for an easy-paced yoga flow in the heart of Lemont Downtown. All levels are welcome. Bring your mat, towel, and water!
Spring Series: May 18, May 25, June 1, June 15 Summer Series: June 22 – September 7 Fall Series: September 14, September 21, September 28, October 12
Four-week series: $40 (Purchase the series and bring a friend to class for free!)
Single class drop-in: $15 All attendees must sign a waiver before class. Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

Art in the Park
2024-06-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Washington Square Park, 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois, 61350
Ottawa Art League Fine Art Show and Sale.
Local artists showing paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photos, carving, and much more.

Infinity 2024 Food Festival
2024-06-29 09:00 - 18:00 | Jordan Block, 123 W. Main St., Ottawa, 61350, United States
The 1st Annual Infinity Food Festival will be taking over Downtown Ottawa on June 29th!
A huge variety of food trucks and vendors from around Illinois will be parked and ready to keep you fed, and our local downtown restaurants will be cooking up their best as they always do. So much to take in, and live music throughout the day. There will even be a Junior Chef station where the young foodies can sign up to prepare a Make and Take goodie with our instructors!
For our 21+ crowd, we will have a Brew-B-Q tent, with craft beer and BBQ vendors (The beer garden is a ticketed event).
While you enjoy all of the food, you can also enjoy the return of the Ottawa Art League Art in the Park, who will be joining us as well!
Come hungry for food, and art!

Ribbon Cutting & Opening Ceremony for the Dora Schoonmaker Exhibit
2024-06-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Grundy County Historical Society Museum, 510 W. Illinois Ave., Morris, United States
Dora grew up in Wilmington and Channahon and taught school in Morris, IL in the 1870s. She became the first female Methodist missionary to go to Japan. She started the first girls school and the school has evolved to an educational institution from kindergarden through graduate school. Alumni from the school will be participating in the opening ceremony.

Lemont Food Truck Festival
2024-06-29 11:00 - 19:00 | The Forge Adventure Park and Ziplines, 227 Heritage Quarries Drive, Lemont, Illinois, 60439
Join us for the 3rd Annual Lemont Food Truck Festival, back by popular demand on Saturday, June 29th, hosted in partnership with Brew Avenue Events.
Indulge in a culinary adventure as 12+ food trucks converge for a day of delicious bites, accompanied by live music, a vibrant array of vendors, and of course, adventure at our third annual Lemont Food Truck Fest!
Satisfy your cravings with a mouthwatering selection of eats from crowd favorite Chicago-based food trucks, serving up everything from gourmet burgers to savory tacos and sweet treats. As you feast, groove to live music, the perfect backdrop for a day of fun. Browse through a variety of vendors showcasing their unique wares, from handmade crafts to artisanal goods, and discover treasures to take home.
Don’t miss out on this ultimate summer celebration of food, music, and community! Want first dibs at your favorite food trucks? We are offering an Early Eater Tickets – join us from 11am-12pm for exclusive access to the trucks before the general admission session begins @ 12pm. Kids 10 & under are free with a paying adult. General Admission into the #LFTF begins at 12pm . Kids 10 & under are free with a paying adult.
This event is outdoors with large grassy areas for guest seating. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Some on-site seating will be available.
NO OUTSIDE FOOD & BEVERAGE. NO SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE PARK.

Historic Trolley Tour
2024-06-29 12:00 - 13:30 | Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center, 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, 61348, United States
Learn about the National Historic Landmark known as Starved Rock State Park and Lodge.
Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and to the Starved Rock Visitor center.

Adults: $18, Seniors: $15, Children 10 & under: $13, Children 3 and under: Free

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Wine & Music on the Hill/Cave Tastings
2024-06-29 12:00 - 17:00 | Wine on the Hill, 21N2551st Rd., Peru, IL, 61354, United States
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC winery and vineyard.
Enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery of the Illinois Valley, and your favorite August Hill & ISC wines, while hanging out on our spacious hillside. Wine flights, wine by the bottle, and a snack picnic box will all be available.

HOURS/LOCATION: You can enjoy wine on the hillside on Saturdays & Sundays from 12-5 pm. This event is at our 21 N 2551st Rd., Peru, IL vineyard & winery location (not at our Tasting Room in Utica). You can find directions to get to our Peru location and FAQs on our Wine on the Hill page.
MUSIC: Saturday, June 29, The Bright White Night Birds Sunday, June 30, Mike & Jess
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want to enjoy Wine on the Hill, with less work for you? Book your Reservation to Relax today, and the August Hill team will prepare you a spot on the hill for your selected date. The space will include two adirondack chairs, an umbrella for shade, a 30 quart cooler with ice, 2 bottled waters, and a small variety of snacks.
SIGN UP FOR A CAVE TASTING: We offer Cave Tastings hourly throughout the day in our Winery Caves. $30/person

Music in the Park - Ottawa
2024-06-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Washington Square Park, 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois, 61350
Music in the Park
Ottawa’s free concert series, Music in the Park, kicks off its 2024 season in late June with musical acts delivering a delightful blend of retro rock, country and contemporary that’ll carry audiences on a music journey from the ’50s to the present.
Concerts run from 6-8 pm on Saturdays in downtown’s historic Washington Park. Admission is free.
In the event of bad weather the concert will be cancelled.
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. We’ll bet you can’t stop tapping your toes to the beat, clapping in time, or breaking into a spontaneous dance step under the trees!
Pick up takeout from one of Ottawa’s great restaurants before the concert, or stop by after for a nightcap!

Grundy County Fair
2024-07-03 08:00 - 2024-07-07 22:00 | Grundy County Fairgrounds, 8890 N. Rooute 47, Morris, IL, 60450, United States
Wednesday July 3

All Day Children games
All Day Adult Bags
All Day Magic Matt, Petting Zoo, Pony/Camel rides
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Kids Power Wheel Racing
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Kids Power Wheel Racing
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm Carnival
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm DJ
5:30 pm Kids Tractor Pull
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Kids Power Wheel Racing
9:00 pm Fireworks
9:30 pm – 12:00 am Olivia Minogue

Thursday July 4

All Day Children games
All Day Adult Bags
All Day Magic Matt, Petting Zoo, Pony/Camel rides
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm Carnival
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Face Painting
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm DJ
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Demo Derby
2:00 pm Demolition Derby – 3 Classes

Friday July 5

All Day Children games
All Day Adult Bags
All Day Magic Matt, Petting Zoo, Pony/Camel rides
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm Carnival
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm DJ
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Jodi Pollack Percussion
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Family Feud
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Friday Night Race
7:00 pm Spirit of ’76
9:30 pm – 12:00 am River Road Trio

Saturday July 6

All Day Children games
All Day Adult Bags
All Day Magic Matt, Petting Zoo, Pony/Camel rides
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm Carnival
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm DJ
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Pie/Wing Eating
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Face Painting
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Cloggin Craze
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Rielly Sanders Vocal Studio
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Vest Dance
7:00 pm Super Late Model Stars & Stripes ’76
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Big 8 Race
9:00 pm – 12:00 am Eric Chesser

Sunday July 7

All Day Children games
All Day Adult Bags
8:00 am – 9:00 am Church
All Day Magic Matt, Petting Zoo, Pony/Camel rides
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Carnival
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Fiesta at Fair
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Enduro
2:00 pm Stars & Stripes 250 Enduro

July 3rd Celebration - Lemont
2024-07-03 16:00 - 22:00 | Centenniel Park – Lemont, 16028 W, 127th St., Lemont, IL, 60439, United States
Celebrate with us on July 3rd from 4pm-10pm at Centennial Park. Featuring live music, a food court, beer & drink sales, a kid’s zone with inflatables, face painters, balloonists and end the night with FIREWORKS!

Channahon's Independence Day Celebration
2024-07-03 18:00 - 21:30 | Ronald D. Lehman Community Park, 24856 W. Eames St., Channahon, IL, 60410, United States
It’s time to break free and cheer for Independence Day with the Channahon Park District Staff at Ronald D. Lehman Community Park! We’ve got a whole line-up of grub gurus and a heap of good times in store. And wait for it…we’re lighting up the sky with fireworks! Let’s make this a Fourth of July to remember!
Concert in the Park by Sundance 6-9:15 p.m.
Fantastic Fireworks Show 9:15 p.m.
If the weather frowns upon us, we’ll make a call by noon on July 3rd whether the show will go on or take a raincheck! Keep your eyes peeled on Channahon Park District’s social media for updates.

Independence Day Celebration - Joliet
2024-07-03 18:00 - 22:00 | Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre, 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
The annual Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Independence Celebration will be on Wednesday, July 3, at 201 West Jefferson St. There will be food, vendors and alcohol will be sold. People can bring lawn chairs, bag chairs and blankets. No grills or tents. There is free parking on the surrounding streets and at Bicentennial Park.
When: 6 to 10 p.m. and the fireworks will be launched over downtown Joliet’s Des Plaines River at 9:30 p.m. There will be live music on two stages and there’s free admission. The Righteous Hillbillies play from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and the Flatbed Fords from 8:30 to 10 p.m. at the pavilion.

Live Music at Performing Arts Center
2024-07-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Caneva Performing Arts Center, 199 E. Woods Dr., Lockport, 60441, United States
Live music at the Caneva Performing Arts Center in Dellwood Park.

Peru Rock the River Fireworks Celebration
2024-07-03 18:30 - 22:30 | Water Street between Calhoun & Putnam, Water Street, Peru, IL, United States
Fireworks, food and family fun!! Food vendors, alcohol free fun zone for kids!! Fireworks at dusk synchronized with a music broadcast on FM 103.9 WLPO!! Trolley will run continuously from 6:30 pm until 10:30 pm at 4th & Calhoun and 4th & Putnam.

Fireworks Extravaganza!!
2024-07-03 20:00 - 21:30 | Grundy County Fairgrounds, 8890 N. Rooute 47, Morris, IL, 60450, United States
Join Grundy County to enjoy the best fireworks around!!

City of Lockport Fireworks
2024-07-03 21:00 - 22:00 | Dellwood Park, Woods Drive, Lockport, 60441, United States
The City of Lockport will host the annual fireworks show on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, in Dellwood Park, starting at dusk, to commemorate Independence Day. In the event of a cancellation due to adverse weather conditions, a new date will be announced. The Lockport Township Park District will also host live music at the Performing Arts Center located at 199 E. Woods Drive from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Villa Nova will be selling food and refreshments. The concession stand located near the baseball field will also be open.

4th of July at Zearing Park
2024-07-04 17:00 - 22:00 | Zearing Park, S. Euclid & E. Thompson, Princeton, IL, 61356, 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 Bluewater Kings Band!

4th of July Fireworks - Ottawa
2024-07-04 21:00 - 21:30 | Ottawa High School, 211 E. Main St., Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
One of central Illinois LARGEST and most SPECTACULAR light shows! Our unique venue offers viewing from the high school bleachers all the way to the bluffs along the Illinois & Fox Rivers either on shore or in your boat.

Utica's Fireworks Celebration
2024-07-05 17:00 - 22:00 | Carey Memorial Park, 315 W. Church St., Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Join us for our annual fireworks celebration!!
Fireworks start at dusk!! Bring the family out earlier for tons of fun including:Food and Drink (while supplies last)Face PaintingBounce Slides, Obstacle CoursesAnd MORE!!

Taylor Swift Bracelet Party
2024-07-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Wilmington Park District, 315 N. Water St., Wilmington, IL, 60481, United States
Bringing a touch of Taylor to our wrist game!
Make bracelets and get ready for Fearless: a Taylor Swift Tribute Band at Catfish Days!
Pizza, Bracelet Bar, Music Activated Wristband, Taylor Tattoos & Eras Tour Playlist Dance Party!
$25 per person.

Cruise Nights & Block Party
2024-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Cruise Nights & Block Party Location, Main Street & Canal Street, Lemont, IL, 60439, 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. Wander the streets of historic Lemont Downtown viewing cars that take you back in time and make you dream of the future.

Wing It Wednesday - Dellwood Park
2024-07-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Caneva Performing Arts Center, 199 E. Woods Dr., Lockport, 60441, United States
Live music at the Performing Art Center! Wings, Pizza, Beer & Wine available for purchase. Free TR Miller Koozie to 1st 100 people at each concert! Hope to see you there!!

LaSalle County 4-H Show & Junior Fair
2024-07-11 08:00 - 22:00 | LaSalle County Fairgrounds, 1578 4-H Rd., Otawa, 61350, United States
We are excited to see everyone at the fair this week! July 11th – July 14th
There are a lot of fun activities planned throughout the day and then our nighttime entertainment.
You can purchase tickets at the gate.
*CASH ONLY*
•Admission•
Ages 10 and older $10.00
Children 5 – 9 years $5.00
Children 4 & under Free
Season Passes are $25 each
•Admission gives you access to the grandstand event, along with other fair activities.
Thursday, July 11, Illini State Pullers – Truck & Tractor Pulls
Friday, July 12, T&A Bucking Bulls Rodeo featuring Rugged Cross Cattle Co.
Saturday, July 13, Ramer Race Promotions Demolition Derby
ALL EVENING EVENTS START AT 7:00 PM.

Charles (Chuck) Wright Solo Exhibit
2024-07-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Pollyanna Brewing Co., 431 Talcott, Lemont, IL, 60439, United States
Charles (Chuck) Wright Solo Exhibit in the Gallery Room at Pollyanna Brewing Company curated by Brad Tammaro with the Art and Culture Commission of Lemont
CHARLES (CHUCK) WRIGHT is an “Americana Artist”. Original Fine Art Paintings will be on display in the Gallery Room (located to the right when you enter Pollyanna) at
POLLYANNA BREWERY throughout July.
MEET THE ARTIST! Reception: THIS Thursday, July 11, 2024* 6 pm to 8 pm

Birding on the Fly
2024-07-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, 60446, United States
You’re on the move, and out of the corner of your eye you spot … something. Was it a vulture or a hawk? A mourning dove or a kestrel? Using size, shape, habitat and flight patterns, this introductory indoor class can help you up your birding game. Pick up tips and tricks to ID — or at least narrow down — the birds that pass you by while you’re on the fly! Want to put your newfound skills to the test?
Sign up for other programs in this series: Birding by Boat on Aug. 16 Birding by Bike on Sept. 7 This program can be attended as a standalone or in conjunction with our other Birding by programs.
Fee: Free! Age: Ages 16 and older. Registration required by Tuesday, July 9, by calling 815-722-9301 or online.
Isle a la Cache Museum is an accessible facility. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.

Sunset Soiree - Strung Out Chicago
2024-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Historic Downtown Lemont, Canal & Stephen St, Lemont, IL, 60439, United States
Bring your lawn chairs, friends & neighbors for a relaxing & fun night in the streets of beautiful & historic downtown Lemont!
Pack a cooler or purchase food from onsite local vendors. It’s gonna be groovy!
For more info about future concerts: Sunset Soiree

Fun & Food Trucks
2024-07-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Hammel Woods, Black Rd. east of Rte 59, Shorewood, IL, 60404, United States
Celebrate summer nights with the second of this year’s Fun & Food Trucks events.
Eat eclectic local foods in the preserve while having a blast participating in a variety of activities. This event will offer something for the entire family, including live music, outdoor lawn games and a bounce house for the kids as well as delicious bites from Smokin’ Z BBQ and Tacos Maui and The Dock serving adult beverages.
Fun & Food Trucks is supported by Old National Bank.
Fee: Free! Age: All ages. No registration required.
The event is hosted along paved pathways and natural surfaces across uneven terrain. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.

Sunset Cruise Featuring: Mike Miz
2024-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Sainte Genevieve Riverboat, 231 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Sunset Cruise Featuring: Mike Miz
Michael Mizwinski, better known simply as Mike Miz is a singer/songwriter/guitarist from Northeast Pennsylvania known for soulful and energetic live performances. Mike regularly performs over 200 dates a year and has had the privilege to open for Jason Isbell, Jakob Dylan, Blues Traveler, Derek Trucks, America, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Lukas Nelson, Shawn Colvin, Leon Russell, Chris Isaak, Peter Wolf, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, and many more. His 2021 single ‘Virginia’ was called a monster of a jam rocker by Rolling Stone. The new album ‘Only Human’ came out on LA based Blackbird Record Label on April 14 2023. Mike currently resides in Nashville TN.

Music on the Veranda
2024-07-12 20:00 - 23:00 | Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center, 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, 61348, United States
Barley Priest – Acoustic Covers. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves!

Starved Rock Saplings Storytime: 1 Fish, 2 Fish, Fish in the River
2024-07-13 09:30 - 12:00 | Starved Rock State Park, One Lodge Lane, Oglesby, IL, 61348, United States
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources Urban Fishing program will join the sapling group at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 13, and teach younger participants how to fish.
