Zydeco Voodoo kicks off the 2026 season of Jammin' at the Clock in Streator on Friday, June 5.
Wild Bill Days is set for Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, at locations in Utica, Mendota and Troy Grove.
Bark at the Park is Saturday, May 23 at LeHigh Park in Oglesby. The event will have vendors, games, training demos and more.
The first Third Friday event for the 2026 season is from 5-9 p.m. Friday, May 15 in downtown Ottawa.
Celebrate Mother's Day with these special events happening in the Illinois Valley this weekend.
The Tom Naumann Memorial Morel Fest & Burger Bash is Saturday, May 2 at Washington Park in Ottawa.
Enjoy sweet treats from Utica businesses and play some carnival-themed games at Utica's Sweet Stroll: The Sweet Escape Carnival on Saturday, April 25.
Stage 212's "The Play That Goes Wrong" opens Friday, April 17.
“The Play That Goes Wrong” will be presented April 17-19 and 24-26 at Stage 212 in La Salle.
Dreamwave Wrestling—Anniversary XI: “Undeniable” is at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 11.
Veteran actors might be chagrined watching "The Play That Goes Wrong" at Stage 212 in La Salle, but most audiences will find it uproarious.
Celebrate Easter with egg hunts in Ottawa and Utica this weekend.
Camp Aramoni's Spring Hike & Dine Experience includes food and drink pairings, hiking and live music on March 28.
Starved Rock Lodge will host their annual Bunny Bash at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 21.
La Salle's annual St. Patrick's Day Parade is at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14.
Utica's St. Patrick's Parade is set for 4 p.m. Saturday, March 7.
August Hill Winery's next Around the World wine pairing event is Saturday, Feb. 28 and will focus on the food and wine of Germany.
Former "Saturday Night Live" cast member Chris Kattan will perform at the 122 Club in Streator Friday, Feb. 20.