The Scene

JOURNEYMAN will perform classics like "Layla," "White Room," "Lay Down Sally" and many more Eric Clapton songs on March 22.

Sugarbakers serves more than 60 cocktails and over 20 martinis, along with 60 different wines, and just as many bourbons, by the bottle, glass or flight.

Paramount’s 14th Broadway Series boasts Chicago premieres of contemporary Broadway hits "Come from Away" and "Dear Evan Hansen," plus American classics "White Christmas" and "South Pacific."

“Chalk” will be presented at the Woodstock High School Black Box Theatre at 7 p.m. Friday, March 21 and at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 22.

Tour a newly remodeled library in Algonquin and see a magic show in Woodstock this weekend in McHenry County.

Guest Violinist Samuel Vargas to be featured during the April 5 and 6 concerts.

Play classic video games from a bygone era, as well as new favorites, at these suburban arcades.

Chelcie Lynn will perform two shows, May 14-15.

Take a blustery brass section, layer it over a strong rhythm section and tie the whole thing together with a one-of-the-guys frontwoman and you have The Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band, appearing at 7 pm, Saturday, March 8, at the Grace Theater (home of Festival 56).

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Thursday, Feb. 27 at Menudazo in downtown Aurora.

River Valley Players kicks off its 2025 season with the musical “Catch Me If You Can,” based on the true story of one of America’s most notorious con men.

From Romeoville to Pontiac and everything in between, you’ll be surprised at all the hidden gems you discover during your wine-sampling excursion along Route 66.

Brightening midwinter will be concerts spanning diverse styles, along with a Market Craft Fair and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra appearing in the western suburbs.

Here's a list of some of the most beautiful road trip ideas in the U.S.

Follow the gnomes and leprechauns down to their favorite watering hole as they determine who’s got the most gold, slickest rhymes told, oldest lore, etc. in this Irish-lore themed show at the Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre in Joliet.

Illinois and Wisconsin boast a wealth of spa getaways, offering luxurious pampering and relaxation just a short trip away.

You don't have to drive into Chicago for an exciting and educational excursion. There are plenty of museums in the suburbs and northern Illinois that are well worth a visit.

Here are some concerts happening in DeKalb, DuPage, La Salle, Lee, Kane, McHenry and Will counties happening in March. From classical music to high-energy rock shows, there's something for everyone.

Cantigny's Salute to Service will celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th birthday and honor all who served with special events this summer.

The La Salle restaurant serves up live music from nationally touring artists at a small venue.

In the last weekend before Lent, there are Mardi Gras celebrations taking place in the Illinois Valley, including Starved Rock Country Community Foundation's Mardi Gras Carnivale and Utica's Mardi Gras parade.

Nealon will perform an additional show on Saturday, March 15 at The Comedy Vault in downtown Batavia.

Subscriptions are on sale for season that features works by Beethoven, Gershwin, Brahms, Mendelssohn, Dvořák, Mussorgsky and more.

There is an Open Mic Night, Family Bingo Night and more exciting events coming up in Kendall County.

Plans also in the works for fourth annual Bellson Music Fest in Rock Falls.

There is a food donation event, Taste of Ireland event and more coming up in Kane County.

Activate will open in a nearly 12,000-square-foot space in the Fox River Commons shopping center at 704 Route 59 this spring.

After a two-year hiatus, Michael and Cynthia Flynn have returned with the opening of their new restaurant, Flynnie’s Kitchen.

The 2025 Balloon Adventure theme is 'Voyage into the Deep Sea' and will feature 100,000 balloons throughout the 10-day event on

“A Sisterly Snow Day: A ‘Frozen’ Character Dining Experience" takes place Sunday at Galati's Hideaway in Cary.

This year’s event will celebrate Irish culture with live artists performing traditional and contemporary Irish music, Irish dancers, bagpipers and many others.

The high-energy Celtic band will perform Friday, Feb. 28 at the downtown DeKalb theatre.

National Margarita Day is Saturday, Feb. 22. Indulge at one of these award-winning spots in DeKalb, Kane and McHenry counties and the Illinois Valley area.

Tomasulo will perform Friday, Feb. 28 and Saturday, March 1.

From a stage musical to a Neil Simon comedy, to toys and kits for sale, to an internationally flavored restaurant week and Celtic melodies, fun awaits across the suburbs.

Joliet area singer, guitarist, impressionist and member of the Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, will share 50s, 60s and 70s rock in an acoustic all-age performance interspersed with stories Friday at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Theatre in Joliet.

Lake Geneva weekend getaways aren't just for summertime. Check out what this resort town has to offer in the winter.

From airplane- and train- themed restaurants to a retro cafe and more, here are some restaurants the whole family will love.

The Winter Whiskey Tasting is March 8, dueling pianos will perform March 14 & 15 and the Tequila Dinner is April 4.

Roller rinks and bowling alleys in Sterling, Dixon, Rockford and more offer indoor fun during the frigid winter months.

Billy Corgan & the Machines of God will perform on Friday, June 20.

This winter, explore nightlife and craft drinking destinations in the Illinois Valley area.

Plans are well underway for July's Fiesta Days festival in McHenry, though one City Council member, who is running for mayor, voted against city permits for the chamber event.

Music festivals, a model train fair and farm toy show, a Taylor Swift tribute and bridal expo are among the highlights of activities in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

The proposed restaurant will be called Tequila Limon, and will offer steaks, seafood and cocktails.

Dough and The Backyard will open in March. Dough will be a 220 seat full-service restaurant, while The Backyard will offer arcade games, Skee-ball, a projection screen and more.

With the widest collection of indigenous grapes in the world and a gentle climate where vines transplanted from other countries easily can adapt, Italy has a wine for everyone.

Audiences will rock out to hits from some of the biggest arena rock bands like Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Def Leppard, Guns N' Roses and more.

The Barricade Boys feature four award-winning vocalists – Scott Garnham, Kieran Brown, Craig Mather and Simon Schofield, all “Les Misérables” alumni – performing a music mix ranging from pop to opera.

Shane Torres will perform Feb. 20-22, while Isabel Hagen will be there Feb. 27-March 1.