Entertainment

The Joliet Public Library provides details for the popular Star Wars Day on June 7. The event is free.

Take in local artistry while enjoying the outdoors at city parks or downtown areas of Elgin, St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia.

The West Chicago amusement farm will host an all-ages pro rodeo in June, featuring bareback & saddle bronc riding, girls breakaway roping, steer wrestling and much more.

The free event is Thursday, May 22. Guests will enjoy an interactive evening with a professional make-up artist.

'Grey's Anatomy' trivia night is Wednesday, May 21.

Morton Arboretum unveils its latest whimsical sculptures, while classical orchestras and choirs along with a Taylor Swift tribute shake up the musical scene, native plants buoy the environment and a walking murder mystery takes a Japanese twist.

The free events feature shopping, kids activities, food and drink specials and more in downtown Ottawa.

Kick off your summer with performances from rising country music stars Kelsey Hart and Delaney Ann on May 31 along the Dixon Riverfront.

The May 17 event will have music, food, beer and cocktails.

The annual St. Charles Fine Arts Show will feature more than 110 local, national and international artists, as well as live music and activities for kids.

Special events range from The Morton Arboretum's Arbor Day Plant Sale and a production of "Our Town" at the MAC to live music, a showcase of jewelry artistry and an interactive exhibition on farming in DuPage County at the Elmhurst History Museum.

The full-day event features entertainment and wine in the gardens for an exceptional Father’s Day experience in Wheaton.

The Joliet Park District on Wednesday announced the lineup for Latino music completing the schedule for three days of entertainment at Taste of Joliet.

Shop for native plants in Woodstock and join Crystal Lake’s garden party this weekend in McHenry County.

Gently used clothing will be $1 on Friday and Saturday at a Community Thrift Sale at Jolie Central High School.

Celebrating Bourbonnais' 150th birthday and eating some pie at the 35th annual Rhubarb Festival are two options from our 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a plant sale, acrylic painting class and special anniversary presentation.

Elgin Theatre Company brings to the stage three unique and dysfunctional sisters attempting to move into a shabby apartment in New York City.

It's that time of year. With warm weather months, comes the return of community cruise nights throughout Will County.

The Summer Outdoor Rooftop Concert Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum opens May 17. The museum will host 11 concerts during the season.

The banners will be put on display at Mt. St. Mary Park this summer.

The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy event will feature unique retelling of Poe's chilling stories, as well as paired craft cocktails.

May Fest will bloom at Cantigny, while Wheaton separately plays host to a mac-and-cheese festival. Concerts will showcase folk and classical artists, while the game's afoot for "Miss Holmes Returns."

Proceeds from the 6x6 Project will benefit Raue Center School for the Arts and other educational programs from Raue Center.

When the Drabczynski family rolls in to the McHenry Outdoor Theater in their black SUV to see Marvel’s “Thunderbolts*” on May 17, it will be a brand-new experience for them — and for followers of the theater’s social media.

Camp Aramoni in Tonica offers themed monthly brunches, weekly live music events and more this spring and summer.

These popular farm dinners and events run from May through November.

Also, get ready for two events on June 7: the fourth annual Bellson Music Fest at the RB&W District in Rock Falls and the 40th annual Sauk Valley Child Fair, with the theme Candy Land, from 9 a.m. to noon at Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon.

Get outside enjoy festivals in Kendall County this spring.

Go back to the Prohibition era at these speakeasy bars located in St. Charles, La Salle, Elgin, Lockport and more northern Illinois locations.

The exhibit features the colorful work of 49 artists from across Illinois.

The 2025 Dixon Petunia Festival entertainment lineup was unveiled Wednesday.

Shop the Algonquin Garden Club’s plant sale and check out reptiles at the Animal Expo this weekend in McHenry County.

From enjoying flowers and raising mental health awareness to celebrating Mother's Day, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

The kite festival in Homer Glen will include trick performances from Chicago Kite, games, giveaways, food trucks, music, raptor education and opportunity to fly one's own kite.

A free kids fishing expo in Peru, vendors market in Sheffield, the Starved Rock Country marathon, a folk artist in Princeton and an art exhibit in Peru are among the activities this weekend in the Illinois Valley.

The Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet is getting ready for its 100th anniversary year by launching its annual funding campaign.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a semi-guided paddling trip, cemetery tour, and Mother's Day yoga event.

No registration is required for this free, all-ages community event on May 10.

Set in a senior living community, the play features comic genius and laugh-out-loud punchlines that land with precision and tenderness.

The Joliet Township Hogs & Dog event will bring together motorcycle enthusiasts, pet lovers, local vendors and the community in support of animal welfare.

Art in Wilder Park and Lilac Time lead off festival fun, and there's also a DuPage and Cook lineup of hit rock bands, classical gems, kite flying and history tours.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a family paint night, watercolor painting class, and movement and meditation session.

PACT to present play in Polo starting this weekend; United Way of Lee County Bingo is May 8 at the Elks Club in Dixon.

Marketing director for Joliet casino talks about changes coming at new Hollywood Casino under construction.

From pet adoption to historical anniversaries, there's no shortage of things to do in Kane County this week.

Market on Mill will open in Utica, Morel Fest returns to Ottawa, the Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra will conclude its season, the MOMsemble will perform in Princeton and an Earth Day celebration will commence in an event-packed weekend in the Illinois Valley.

Run for the arts in Crystal Lake and watch military helicopters land in Lake in the Hills this weekend in McHenry County.

From a National Day of Prayer to the Kankakee County Speedway and the Kankakee Farmers' Market season openers, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Looking for great book finds? Friends of the Joliet Public Library book sale will be held this weekend at the Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St.