• Clean Up the Oaks

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

    This ongoing program will be held from Wednesday, April 1, to Thursday, April 30. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. To celebrate Earth Month, do a little bit to help your mother (Earth)! Hidden Oaks will provide a bucket and picker to help

  • Big Helpers: Mutualism Magnified

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

    This ongoing event will be held from Wednesday, April 15, to Sunday, July 19. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Contemporary oil painter Elizabeth Schnura will debut a collection of works highlighting the symbiotic relationships between plants and animals found in your backyard

  • 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+

  • 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

  • Oil Painting Workshop

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

    Join Marjorie Myers, a local artist who has learned from Dana Jester, Steve Ross and Kevin Hill as she helps you step by step create a beautiful landscape oil painting. All materials provided. We will be painting on a 16x20 canvas. Ages: All ages welcome | Instructor:

  • Intro to Watercolor

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

    Looking for a jumping off point to get into watercolor? In this beginner class, we will cover a variety of techniques to help get you started! We will be making multiple small paintings experimenting with masking, layering, wet-on-wet, and dry brushing techniques. All supplies will be provided

  • Painted Planter Workshop

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

      Get ready to bring some personality to your plants in this playful Funny Face Planter Workshop! In this hands-on class, you'll design and decorate your own one-of-a-kind planter featuring a quirky, expressive face—goofy, grumpy, glamorous, or anything in between. All materials provided. $40 per person. Pre-registration

  • Cyanotype Workshop

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

    Embark on a mesmerizing journey into the world of cyanotype printing in our immersive Cyanotype Workshop! Discover the magic of this historic photographic process that harnesses the power of light to create stunning blue-hued prints. Our knowledgeable instructor will guide you through each step of the process,

  • Think & Drink: These ARE the Droids You’re looking For!!!

    Gaylord Building, Lockport 200 W. 8th Street, Lockport, IL, United States

    A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away… people imagined a future filled with intelligent machines, hovering drones, and robots that could think for themselves. As it turns out, that future may be closer than we think. Join us for our next Think & Drink