National touring artists Orianthi, Buckcherry and Dishwalla will perform at The Dixon Theatre this fall.

Explore Mr. Willy’s Dark Art and Oddities in DeKalb, showcasing unique relics and art. The shop is tentatively expected to open this fall.

The Warehouse on Park in Genoa presents "Brass from the Past" on Saturday, Aug. 30.

The 15th annual Alley Art Festival will be held Aug. 30 for local Aurora artists to showcase their art pieces.

Looking for something fun to do in DeKalb County this fall? Check out this list of family-friendly events.

The famous toilet bowl race is Saturday, Aug. 30 at 3:30 p.m.

Mezzacorona has made a unique Pinot Grigio from high-altitude sites in the Italian mountains.

Check out this list of apple orchards in northern Illinois for perfect family fun this fall!

Winger, a pillar of the '80s hard rock music scene, will play the Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles Aug. 29. The band is expected to stop performing live after a select few gigs.

Make the end of summer more memorable by planning a getaway at a unique resort or bed & breakfast in northern Illinois

“Bake It Til You Make It” tells the story of Yolanda, who always dreamed of becoming a celebrity baker

Families can enjoy their favorite fall traditions of apple and pumpkin picking in Maple Park. The apple orchard opens Aug. 23, while the Pumpkin FunFarm opens Sept. 19.

Corn Fest is this weekend in downtown DeKalb, while Sycamore will host the Ribs, Rhythm & Brews festival Saturday, Aug. 23.

The band 7th Heaven will perform Friday, Aug. 22, while Taylorville, a Taylor Swift tribute band, will perform Sunday, Aug. 24.

The fall months bring several craft beer festivals throughout northern Illinois.

Season features renowned soloists, powerful masterworks by Brahms, Gershwin, Strauss, Grieg, Coleman, Dvořák and more.

This popular annual festival is held in the city's downtown and will have delicious barbecue, cold beer and live bands.

From DeKalb to Lemont, St. Charles to Woodstock, these independent suburban bookstores are perfect places to relax and browse.

The Sunflower Fest at Kuipers Family Farm in Maple Park runs from Aug. 23 through Sept. 14.

Coach’s Grill and Smoke House, a new barbecue restaurant by Lesroy Tittle, is expected to open in DeKalb by March 2026.

Six Flags Great America is gearing up for its signature fall event, Fright Fest. Also returning this year is the Oktoberfest Food Festival.

Blumen Gardens in Sycamore will host an artist and makers market Sunday, or visit Hopkins Park in DeKalb for a celebration of all things ukuleles.

The annual summer event includes live music, truck and tractor pulls, carnival, mud volleyball and more!

The fall events include September's Harvest Moon Dinner and October's Roots & Wine Dinner.

The Midwest is full of beautiful national parks, perfect for a weekend getaway.

Several farms in northern Illinois offer fresh produce, along with animals, activities and family fun.

Vocalist Maureen Christine will perform with the DeKalb Municipal Band for the final concert of its 171st season.

Whether you’re a long-time player, a beginner, or just “uke-curious,” everyone is invited to experience Uke Day DeKalb 2025 on Aug. 17.

The Sycamore Steam Show & Threshing Bee is Aug. 7-10. Bring the kids to Hopkins Park on Saturday for a free 'Summer's Last Bash' party.

The band has an eclectic sound, combining the influences of traditional Scottish music with rock, Americana and Celtic beats.

These restaurants in northern Illinois, from vibrant downtowns to peaceful riverfronts, provide gorgeous views without the hustle and bustle of Chicago traffic.

Highlights include Taste of Glen Ellyn, Woodstock Truck 'N Food Show, DeKalb Corn Fest and Geneva's Festival of the Vine.

Summer is here, and it's time to get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of northern Illinois.

Check out these end-of-summer beer festivals in Sycamore, Oak Park, Aurora and more.

The Malta Vintage Baseball Game on Saturday, exotic animals at the DeKalb Public Library Thursday and more!

Piano Men Generations will perform Aug. 1, while Yacht Rock Gold Experience will take the stage Aug. 9.

Visit bars/restaurants in downtown Sycamore at your own pace throughout the afternoon of Saturday, Aug. 2.

Check out these restaurants the next time you make plans for your weekend brunch.

You don't need to travel to Napa Valley to enjoy good wines. Northern Illinois is home to many wineries that produce high-quality, unique varietals not found elsewhere.

Local band Soundcheck will perform at this free event.

A new Tex-Mex restaurant concept promising a world of flavor is coming soon to DeKalb. Called Tacoverse, the new establishment will move into the spot formerly occupied by Pizza Hut at 701 W. Lincoln Highway.

Sip 'n' Savor in Sycamore, Annie Glidden's 160th Birthday Party and more this weekend in DeKalb County.

Enjoy samples of beer, wine and spirits at the July 26 event.

The free concert is Thursday, July 24 at Memorial Park in downtown Wheaton.

Take the whole family on a kayaking or tubing adventure along one of northern Illinois' scenic rivers.

July is National Ice Cream Month! Check out this list of 9 places to visit this summer.

'Shakespeare in Hollywood' at Stage Coach Players, Waterman Lions Summerfest and Antique Tractor & Truck Show and more this weekend in DeKalb County!

The DeKalb County History Center will host its fourth annual Cocktails at the Crib fundraiser this month to support the history center’s programming.

Sycamore Park District's free summer concert series continues this week and next at Good Tymes Shelter at the Citizens Memorial Sports Complex, 435 Airport Road.

The curtain will rise on a bit of Shakespearean mischief with a silver screen twist when Stage Coach Players opens their summer production of “Shakespeare in Hollywood” on July 17.