2025 Rooftop Summer Music
2025-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Joliet Area History Museum, 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Enjoy the sounds of two great bands – the Third City Brass Band & The Big Lagniappe at the 2025 Rooftop Summer Music Series!
You can now reserve highboy or bistro tables for Rooftop Concerts on a first come-first served basis. General concert-style seating available for all guests.
Live Music, Full Beverage Bar, Snack Vendor & More!
In case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved to indoor Auditorium Theater.
General Admission: $15, Museum Member: $13.
Doors open at 6:15 pm.

Lemont Farmers Market
2025-07-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Lemont Village Green, 322 Main St., Lemont, 60439, 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 continue to add vendors and programming!

Reptile Show in the Park
2025-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Children’s Memorial Park, 1112 N. Joliet St., Wilmington, IL, 60481, United States
Meet us at Children’s Memorial Park for an entertaining reptile show by Crosstown Exotics! Ice Ice Baby food truck will also be at the event!

BYOB Bingo
2025-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Prairie Bluff Preserve, 2025 Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, 60403, United States
Come on out for a night to socialize outdoors and enjoy the beautiful Prairie Bluff Preserve and some bingo!
Compete for prizes and share some laughs in good company.
Feel free to bring dinner or snacks and add some beverages, including beer or wine, to enjoy while you play.
Ages 21 or older.

Lemont Cruise Nights & Block Party
2025-07-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Cruise Nights & Block Party Location, Main Street & Canal Street, Lemont, IL, 60439, United States
Imports/Expo Night
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.

Third Thursday Concert - Steve Sharp
2025-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Hegeler Carus Mansion, 1307 7th St., LaSalle, 61301, United States
Every Third Thursday the Hegeler Carus Mansion presents Third Thursday Concert Series May and September.
Enjoy live music, food trucks, 50/50 raffles, mansion fun facts, and more. Guests bring their own chairs or blankets and enjoy music under the tree canopy on the Mansions West Lawn. Bring your friends and family for a spectacular evening! Bands play on the west lawn of the Mansion. Special sponsors are acknowledged at the beginning of each concert.
For the latest concert updates at Facebook.com/hegelercarusGates open at 6:00 pm Concerts begin at 6:30 pm Bands play until 8:00 pm.

Sunset Soiree - The Fortunate Sons
2025-07-17 18:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Soiree Location, Stephen & Talcott, Lemont, 60439, United States
Join us in downtown Lemont on Stephen Street 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 Downtown.
Bring your blankets & chairs for free open seating.
Seating opens at 6 pm, and music begins at 7 pm.
Food and drink will be available on site.

Concerts on the Hill -Poetry Writers and Song Writers’ Showcase with Uxmar Torres & Tamara Martinez
2025-07-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre, 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Enjoy the music of Tamara Martinez and poetry of poet laureate Uxmar Torres!
During his undergraduate years, Uxmar pursued his love for poetry and language, culminating in a bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing with a specialization in Poetry. Today, he takes pride in his roles as a devoted father, husband, and dedicated artist. His written and spoken works have graced stages across numerous cities in the United States, and admirers of his craft have commissioned poems from around the globe.
For several years now, Uxmar has called Joliet home, where he has established himself as an integral part of the local arts community. His contributions include hosting Joliet’s inaugural National Poetry Open Mic in 2024 at Bicentennial Park.
Bring blankets and/or lawn chairs!

Think & Drink - "Press Start for a Retro Arcade History Tour"
2025-07-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Gaylord Building, Lockport, 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, 60441, United States
Ready to level up your pop culture nostalgia?
Our next Think & Drink is blasting into the golden era of arcade gaming— an exclusive prelude to Comicopolis 2025!
Join Brian Colin—legendary game designer behind classics like Rampage, Spy Hunter, Xenophobe, Discs of Tron, and more—as he takes us on a behind-the-cabinet tour of 1980s arcade gaming. As CEO of Game Refuge and a member of the International Video Game Hall of Fame, Brian has over 90 arcade games under his belt; he’ll share insider insights, art, and wild stories from gaming’s earliest days.
As a special bonus, Brian will also share what it was like bringing Rampageto the big screen with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson!
Whether you’re a lifelong gamer, pop-culture fan, or just love offbeat history, this free event is your chance to press start on nostalgia, fandom, and creativity.
Bonus perk: Registration gets you a discount code to use at the Public Landing Restaurant before the event! Details below.

Karaoke Night
2025-07-17 19:00 - 23:00 | The Twisted Pin, 15610 Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL, 60544, 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!

Rooftop Summer Music Series - Strung Out
2025-07-18 18:15 - 21:00 | Joliet Area History Museum, 204 Ottawa St., Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Enjoy your evening at the 2025 Rooftop Summer Music Series!
Doors Open: 6:15pm Music Starts: 7pm Duration: Up to 2 Hours
You can now reserve highboy or bistro tables for Rooftop Concerts on a first come-first served basis. General concert-style seating available for all guests.
Live Music, Full Beverage Bar, Snack Vendor & More! In case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved to indoor Auditorium Theater.
General Admission – $15
Museum Members – $13

Third Friday Presentation: Maritime Architecture of the Upper Peninsula
2025-07-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Chicago Maritime Museum, 1200 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL, 60609, United States
Maritime Architecture of the Upper Peninsula is a visual tour of the region’s architecture, with a focus on its legacy of mining, shipping, and maritime trade. The visual lecture and slideshow will feature original photos as well as archival images, using architecture to explore the history of industry, shipping, and labor in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Josh Lipnik is a Detroit-based architectural photographer, writer, and public speaker. A graduate of the University of Michigan’s Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning, his photos have been featured in publications including Chicago Reader, Belt Magazine, and Financial Times.
Please note: Online ticket sales for In-person tickets will close at 3:00pm on the day of the lecture. After that, tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

Princess & Super Hero Night - Joliet Slammers vs. Windy City Thunderbolts
2025-07-18 18:30 - 22:00 | Joliet Slammers Stadium, 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Unleash your superpowers or your royal charm for a night of fun, fantasy, and baseball excitement!
Dress as your favorite hero or princess and join the adventure under the lights!
FIREWORKS!!

The Wedding Singer - The Musical Comedy
2025-07-18 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-07-19 19:00 - 21:30, 2025-07-20 14:00 - 16:30 | Lemont High School Performing Arts Center, 800 Porter St., Lemont, IL, 60439, United States
Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, The Wedding Singer musical takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. With a Broadway run, several US tours, and a Tony Award nomination, this show provides a fun-filled romantic romp through the 1980’s. You can’t help but laugh and have a great time while Robbie, the wanna-be rock singer, finally gets the girl and finds true love.
To purchase tickets: visit littlemountaintheatre.org, or call (331) 253-2122.
$25 Advance Purchase – $30 at the Door.
Seating is reserved so purchase early!

Lake Renwick Migratory Bird Viewing
2025-07-19 08:00 - 12:00 | Lake Renwick Preserve, 23113 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL, 60455, 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 time of year is to attend a viewing program.
Volunteers and staff will be at the viewing platform and visitor center to answer questions.
Bringing your own binoculars or spotting scope is recommended.
All Ages.

Farmers Market - Jackson Street
2025-07-19 08:00 - 12:30 | Ottawa Visitor Center, 1028 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, 61350, 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 even your pets for a day of fun and community spirit.
Let’s celebrate and support our local farmers and makers together.
See you there!

7th Annual Countryside Village Outdoor Market
2025-07-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Countryside Village Market, 1540 N. Division St., Braidwood, IL, 60408, United States
Join us for our 7th Annual Countryside Village Outdoor Market.
Featuring over 70+ creative handmade artisans, creators, gourmet foods, farmers, vintage and boutiques items.
Several Food Trucks are available for a yummy lunch, along with live acoustic music.
Event is held rain or shine, our storefront is also open during market, but please note, it closes at 4pm on market days (3rd Saturday of June, July, August and September).

Comicopolis
2025-07-19 10:00 - 16:00 | White Oak Public Library, 121 E. 8th St., Lockport, IL, 60441, United States
Get ready, fandom lovers!
Lockport’s 9th Annual Comic and Fandom Con is leveling up again this year with over 65 artists, writers, and specialty vendors offering exclusive merch you wont find anywhere else all at budget-friendly prices.
Show off your best cosplay for a chance to win cash prizes, dive into our geeky game shows, laugh it up with a live improv group, and catch insights at the artist panel. Plus, theres a scavenger hunt, a themed photo booth, and yeszombies! This is your ultimate fandom adventuredont miss it! Swag bags for the first 500 attendees.
Follow your fandoms at this FREE show presented by the White Oak Library District and the Lockport Council of Arts. 121 E 8th Street, Lockport IL.
Find out more at COMICOPOLIS.ORG and on Facebook at comicopolislockport.

Mrs. Roper Romp Bar Crawl
2025-07-19 15:00 - 23:00 | Downtown Utica, Downtown Utica, North Utica, IL, 61373, United States
It’s time to bring the fabulous as Heritage Harbor hosts a bar crawl to kick off and join the First Annual Mrs. Roper Romp in downtown Utica!
Grab your boldest muumuu, biggest wig, and loudest jewelry.
We’re starting the party at The Oasis at Bluegill Boathouse & Marina Bar, then making our glamorous wayby school busto downtown Utica to link up with the main event. Along the way, well be stopping at top local hangouts like Ano de Gallo and Obscurity Bier Garten for drinks, bites, and photo ops galore.Once we arrive in Utica, well join forces with fellow Rompers to celebrate all things retro with live music by The Regal Beagle, dancing, and plenty of cheers to Mrs. Roper moments. We’ll wrap up the night with a final stop at Jamie’s OutPost before heading back to Heritage Harbor.
Your $60 ticket includes: Signature drinks & appetizers at designated locations, bus transportation, live music & themed photo ops. All the fun you can handle in platform sandals. BONUS: Want to make it a full weekend affair?
Book a 2-night stay in one of our cozy cottages at Heritage Harbor.
It’s the perfect home base for you and your fellow Rompers and they’ll go fast, so don’t wait! W
hether you’re Mrs. Roper, Jack, Chrissy, or just there for the dance floor this is one bar crawl you wont want to miss.
Purchase your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1331020842169?aff=oddtdtcreator. Admission $65.87.

1st Annual Mrs. Roper Romp
2025-07-19 16:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Utica, Downtown Utica, North Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Featuring the Regal Beagle from 6-9! Group picture in front of the band at 7:30.
**No tickets needed**
Just come dressed as your favorite Three’s Company character and have some fun in downtown Utica!

Joliet City Center Restaurant Week
2025-07-19 16:00 - 2025-07-27 21:00 | Joliet City Center, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
15 City Center Restaurants will be participating in the 2nd Annual Restaurant Week.
Specials range from 2 for 1 entrees, free dessert or appetizer, 20% off, and more! Stay tuned for more info!

Pontiac Cruise Nights
2025-07-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Pontiac, Downtown, Pontiac, 61764, United States
You’re invited to join us for our 2025 Cruise Season in Pontiac.
Pontiac Cruise Nights are the 3rd Saturday of each month, May through August, located Downtown Pontiac, 2 blocks South of City Hall. PLEASE NOTE: Due to construction in our downtown area, the entrance and location of our 2025 Cruise Nights will be a bit different. Please enter Mill St. from Water and follow the instructions of the volunteers. Cruise night cars will be parked in and around Block 59. We ask that all participants avoid the Historic County Courthouse grounds due to safety. Welcome Dustin & Donna Cook with Twizted Machinez Car & Truck Club as this years’ hosts, along with the return of Jd’s DJ Service. We’re excited for an amazing Cruise Season this year!

Music in the Park - Washington Square Park
2025-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Washington Square Park, 101 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, Illinois, 61350
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 this time, no indoor venue is available, so if bad weather postpones a performance, it will be rescheduled later in the year.

Fish Hidden Lakes Under the Stars
2025-07-19 18:00 - 22:00 | Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm, 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
Anglers, you’re not dreaming!
We are keeping the gates open until dark for nighttime fishing!
Fish often become more active at night when the water cools and the moon is full.
Let the kids stay up late and bring the family to enjoy fishing under the stars.
All Ages.

Bob Solberg Hosta Event
2025-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 | The Barn at Hornbaker Gardens, 11379 2300 St. E., Princeton, IL, 61356, United States
Join fellow Hosta enthusiasts for a day with Hosta expert and hybridizer Bob Solberg.
The garden center will be open from 9 am to 2 pm, with a Meet & Greet opportunity starting at 9:30 am. At 11:00 am in The Barn, Bob Solberg will present “Living with Hostas: Care, feeding, and collecting them while sharing their joys and sorrows.”
This is a free event and registration is appreciated so we know how many people to expect. We encourage you to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy eating in one of many shady seating areas within the garden center. Cookies and lemonade will be provided.
All Hostas will be $2 off for this one day only.

Fishing for Trash
2025-07-22 10:00 - 2025-07-27 16:00 | Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm, 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
Fishing for Trash
This ongoing event will be held Tuesday, July 22, to Saturday, July 27. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.
Help Hidden Lakes Trout Farm look its best by picking up litter in the preserve. Fishing line and other debris pose serious threats to our furry and feathered friends. Animals may become entangled in fishing line or swallow hooks or bits of plastic. Check in with the front desk for a bucket and grabbers.
Fill the bucket and return it to earn a treat from The Tackle Box.
All Ages

Lemont Farmers Market
2025-07-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Lemont Village Green, 322 Main Street, Lemont, IL, 60439, United States

Day Camp Day - Joliet Slammers vs. Gateway Grizzlies
2025-07-23 10:00 - 13:30 | Joliet Slammers Stadium, 1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr., Joliet, IL, 60432, United States
Campers, it’s time to hit a home run of fun!
Enjoy a day packed with baseball, team spirit, and all the excitement of the ballpark—perfect for making memories with your camp crew!
