The annual holiday event kicks off at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5.

Comedian Lee Hardin will headline the Dec. 4 show at Mad Water Saloon.

Make plans to spend a day exploring the historic city of Galena during the holiday season.

Visit these spectacular light shows and displays, as well as holiday markets, this Christmas season.

The drive-thru light display is in Centennial Park in Rock Falls.

Hilldale Cafe in Lanark combines creativity and comfort to craft dishes that surprise and delight.

Families can meet Santa's reindeer and get photos with the magical animals at the Christmas Town event, which runs through Dec. 23 on select dates.

Celebrate the holidays with friends and family at these favorite bars and taverns in northern Illinois.

Check out these theaters across northern Illinois that are bringing holiday classics like "The Nutcracker" and "A Christmas Carol" to life this season.