5 Things to Do

Celebrate the season of love with art-inspired activities at more than dozen downtown Joliet businesses.

A sweet stroll, winter wine walk, author visit, big game watch party and pet hike are among the activities set this weekend in the Illinois Valley.

Kendall County will feature a performance by American English, an Annual Membership Dinner and much more.

Cozy Fest Weekend, along with a Magic and Mischief Show and other exciting events, is coming up in Kane County.

The fifth annual Flock to the Rock is Feb. 8 in Rock Falls.

Shop Valentine’s Day gifts in Huntley and take in the Groundhog Day festivities in Woodstock.

Indoor and outdoor winter pleasures await in DuPage and Cook counties, from multiple theater productions to the Downers Grove Ice Festival and a Chocolate Weekend at The Morton Arboretum.

Bring your child to the Joliet Public Library for a day of fun activities on Saturday.

Watch the "Tarzan" musical, mini golf in a historic library, enjoy a Tom Petty cover band, go to a vinyl record show or take part in a trivia night this weekend in the Illinois Valley.

First Fridays Open Mic is Feb. 7 in Oregon; Flock to the Rock is Feb. 8 in Rock Falls.

Kendall County will feature family activities, sign making, a special Valentine's Day event and more.

Kane County will feature several Valentine's Day events, the Indoor Market and more.

Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel will perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet.

Learn about storm chasing in Woodstock and shop sales in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.

Eagle Watch Weekend and Penguin Plunge highlight a weekend of activities in the Illinois Valley that include some Valentine's Day themed activities.

Kane County will feature multiple space-related events, an anniversary party and much more.

There will be Silent Disco, a Junior Dragstrip Day and more in Kendall County.

Sauk Valley Wedding Expo is Feb. 2; Stupor Bowl is Feb. 8

Joliet Junior College planetarium presents “Mars: The Ultimate Voyage” a free, one-hour presentation about ongoing efforts toward the next mission to Mars on Thursday evening.

Stay warm inside with RC racing in Johnsburg and a winter carnival in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.

The Storytellers Studio Session, a Mad Hatter Ball, dinosaur-themed activities, swing music and a painting party are some activities this weekend in the Illinois Valley.

There are several exciting upcoming events in Kendall County, including musical performances, special presentations and more.

Kane County will feature an exciting band performance by Wilson River Band, library events and more.

Trivia events, eagle-watching also on schedule of things to do.

Embrace the cold during a candlelight hike or stay warm inside for a bubble show this weekend in McHenry County.

Eagle Watch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Jan. Saturday, Forest Preserve District of Will County Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, 25055 W. Walnut Lane, Channahon.

Take a winter nature hike or enjoy comedy, art or Christian music, there's something for people looking to head outdoors or stay inside this weekend in the Illinois Valley.

Looking for something to do over the next few weeks in the Sauk Valley? Here is our list of five things to do in the area.

Kendall County will feature an Escape Room Adventure, breakfast fundraiser and other exciting events.

Flock to the Rock, Stupor Bowl also on slate of things to do in the next few weeks.

There will be an Indoor Market, Sticker Swap Party and other exciting events in Kane County.

There will be a pottery workshop, Family Bingo Night and more in Kendall County.

Gear up for winter sports including a 50K, ski jump and a softball tournament this season in McHenry County.

A Prairie Singers performance, disco bowling, ice skating, a wildlife trolley tour and a card and collectible show are among the activities in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

Family Fun Zone in Crest Hill will host a Winter Break Skate Night for families on Thursday.

Keep the festive spirit alive with 5 things to do in the Illinois Valley on the weekend after Christmas.

GLOW Holiday Festival will be open on select evenings through Sunday, Jan. 5 at Slammers Stadium in Joliet.

New Year’s Eve and Groundhog Day celebrations are right around the corner in McHenry County.

Woodlawn Arts Academy winter art exhibit underway, fire safety awareness event set for Jan. 11 at Sterling's Northland Mall.

Kane County will feature a holiday painting event, Scott Smith's All Animal Expo, a Free Community Supper and more.

There will be a Squishmallow Paint Party, pasta making class, Girl Pop Music BINGO and more in Kendall County.

The Joliet Drama Guild and the Playnfield Players are both presenting performances of "A Christmas Carol" this weekend.

Lee Center UCC Church and Amboy Lions Club will host chili luncheon Jan. 12.

Join in on reindeer games in Crystal Lake and celebrate Festivus in McHenry this weekend.

For those of you still looking for Christmas activities prior to the holiday, there are some weekend events and attractions to keep the spirit going in La Salle, Ottawa, Princeton and Streator.

There will be a Holiday Radio Play, Family Workshop Experience and more in Kendall County.

Kane County will feature a Christmas drive-thru light show, Cocoa With Santa, Open Studio event and more.

The 1937 MAR Theater in Wilmington will host its annual Christmas show benefiting Kuzma Care Cottage food bank and featuring holiday music favorites.

Holiday celebrations continue in McHenry County this weekend with a Flurry Fest in Lake in the Hills and a parade in Johnsburg.

Lighted parades and Christmas walks in Oglesby and Ladd part of eventful weekend that includes holiday-themed performances.