This scored retelling of Victor Hugo’s epic story of love, acceptance and what it means to be a hero showcases music from Disney’s 1996 animated film.

Anderson’s Bookshop will host a Q&A with the Emmy-award winning actress best known for her role as Erica Kane on “All My Children.”

Start the New Year off with a winter hike in one of DeKalb County's forest preserves.

Start the New Year off right with a First Day Hike at one of DuPage County's many forest preserves.

Visit Moraine Hills near McHenry or one of the area's additional state parks for a First Day Hike on Jan. 1.

Start the New Year off right with a First Day Hike in one of the area's state parks or in one of the Forest Preserve District of Will County parks.

Get the New Year started off right with a First Day Hike at one of Kane County's many forest preserves and nature trails.

Enjoy nature on a First Day Hike Jan. 1 at Silver Springs State Fish & Wildlife Area in Yorkville.

Start the New Year off right with a First Day Hike at Franklin Creek State Natural Area, which has over four miles of trails.

Start the New Year off right with a guided winter hike at Starved Rock State Park.

Legendary comics Bobcat Goldthwait and Brian Posehn, as well as an actor from “Seinfeld,” will perform at the Batavia club this winter.

2025 saw a number of restaurants open across northern Illinois.

Hear hits like "Hotel California," "Take it Easy," "Life in the Fast Lane" and many more Eagles hits at the Jan. 3 concert.

These 15 stories from The Scene saw the most visitors this past year.

National Bloody Mary Day is Jan. 1. Celebrate with a cocktail at one of these award-winning bars in Kane and McHenry counties, the Sauk Valley and the Illinois Valley.

Kick off the New Year with a winter hike at a state park in northern Illinois.

Cantigny flips the switch to a movie themed light show, backed by the soundtracks that have made Hollywood famous with 'Lights, Camera, Action!' until Jan. 4.

Singer-songwriter Joe Fisher delivers the full “Nebraska” album, stripped down to its bare essence — with the stark poetry of America’s backroads.

Explore the white wines from The Hilt and Jonata labels.

Celebrate the new year at these elegant holiday brunches.

Puttshack, Topgolf and more suburban entertainment centers are hosting New Year's Eve bashes.

This high-energy show will transport audiences back to the legendary Las Vegas Hilton, delivering not only Elvis’ most beloved hits and deep cuts.

You only have a few days left to check out the amazing holiday light shows in DuPage County!

The BoDeans will perform Saturday, Dec. 27 at the Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles.

Elton Rohn will perform at Raue Center for the Arts Dec. 27, while American English will perform Dec. 31.

Starved Rock Lodge will host guided hikes and historic trolley tours Dec. 27-28.

The Prophecy will pay tribute to Trans-Siberian Orchestra at The Dixon Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 27.

The Oswegoland Park District will host a family-friendly New Year's Eve event at Boulder Point Dec. 31.

Kashmir, a Led Zeppelin tribute band, will perform at the Sandwich Opera House Dec. 27.

The Roxy in Lockport will host two “Magic of the Holidays” magic shows on Saturday, Dec. 27.

Actor Eric McCormack will perform with Laura Bell Bundy on March 6.

Visit all six Christmas Pop-Up bars at Karas Restaurant Group locations in St. Charles, West Dundee, Woodstock, Campton Hills, South Elgin and Hoffman Estates.

Guests who complete the challenge will receive a free, limited-edition, redesigned t-shirt, that showcases the local breweries.

Acclaimed soprano and MAC favorite Alisa Jordheim is featured in the highly entertaining program incorporating classical, opera and pops music with a champagne toast.

Garg is a New York Times bestselling author and stand-up comedian known for her sharp wit and relatable humor.

Set in four emotional “seasons”— spring, summer, autumn and winter— the evening unfolds with beloved Beatles hits such as “Here Comes the Sun,” “Yesterday,” “Let it Be” and more.

Elton Rohn recreates the iconic sound and feel of Elton John’s classic era with elite musicianship and heartfelt precision.

Celebrate the New Year at these exciting events in northern Illinois.

Under the master baton of Maestro Dan Pasquale D’Andrea, this year’s program includes music featuring the 250th anniversary of America, along with a splendid array of vocal and instrumental solos.

Storybook Cafe offers authentic matcha lattes made with premium Japanese green tea, artisan pastries baked fresh daily and more.

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

he 4th annual event will feature performances by Randomosity recording artists Ashley & Simpson of Downers Grove, Patty Peace of Chicago, singer songwriter Jim Gary and Midwest troubadour Mark Dvorak.

Established in 1936 by Sylvio “Rip” and Emma Gualandri, the establishment in Ladd has been serving chicken, crispies, pickles, fried appetizers, beer and liquor for 89 years.

Here are the winners for the best coffee shops in the Best of the Fox, Best of the Illinois Valley, DeKalb County's Finest and Sauk Valley Favorites contest.

Watch college and professional football playoffs this January at these award-winning pubs and sports bars in Kane, Kendall, McHenry, DeKalb and Will counties, as well as the Sauk and Illinois Valley areas.

Starved Rock Coffee Co. uses coffee beans from all over the globe to build a line of coffee named after local natural wonders.

Leave the cooking and clean up to someone else on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!

Check out these three local businesses that were voted Sauk Valley's favorite places for coffee.

The new New Year's Eve party will have a late-night food menu, hand-crafted cocktails, DJs and more.

Huey Lewis & the News stood out with their signature blend of rock, pop and blue-eyed soul. With mega-hits like “The Power of Love,” “The Heart of Rock & Roll,” “I Want a New Drug” and more.