Make the most of the last month of the summer with “Feast of the Senses” at Cantigny in Wheaton, which includes movie nights, a beer garden and more, in addition to a number of special events.

WONDRA, which opens in September, is a fantastical attraction that blends nature, technology and storytelling into a breathtaking, multi-sensory journey.

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

Celebrate all things vegetarian at Veggie Fest Saturday at Danada South park in Wheaton.

One of These Nights, a tribute to the Eagles and their solo work, is known in the industry as the ultimate Eagles tribute, playing classic Eagles hits note-for-note. Tickets are on sale now for $3.

Veggie Fest celebrates vegetarian food and features an international food court, food demonstrations, guest speakers and live music. Admission is free.

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.

Eight artists contribute to the new exhibit that celebrates global diversity.

Check out these smaller water parks in the suburbs before the kids head back to school.

The Great Midwest Train Show is Sunday at the DuPage County Fairgrounds.

The festival will include traditional dances, food and artwork that celebrate the diversity of Asian cultures.

Here are seven destinations for artisan drinks along Route 66, including stops in Plainfield, Lockport and Joliet.

"True West" runs through Aug. 31 at Paramount's Copley Theatre in downtown Aurora.

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.

Two Geneva restaurants and several Naperville restaurants also received honors.

Explore the DuPage County Fair this weekend, and browse downtown Wheaton retailers during the first-annual sidewalk sales event.

The free concerts are held at Memorial Park in Wheaton.

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

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

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

Cantigny in Wheaton to host two French-themed events, Premier5 Card Show at DuPage Fairgrounds and more this weekend.

Additional performers in the 2025-2026 season include the Soweto Gospel Choir, comedian Pat Tomasulo, Cirque Kalabanté and many more.

The Aurora downtown area embraces its vibrant renaissance as the cultural heartbeat of the city.

More than 30 food trucks will line up in the heart of downtown Aurora, serving a variety of cuisines.

From 2Toots to Pilot Pete's, here's a list of some themed restaurants for a fun-filled meal the whole family can enjoy.

Morton Arboretum's 'Vivid Creatures' exhibit features five large, colorful sculptures located around the park.

The orchestra will perform “Raiders March,” “Jurassic Park,” “Harry Potter,” “E.T.,” “Superman,” “The Cowboys,” “Schindler’s List” and “Star Wars.”

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

The event showcases jazz talents featuring rising stars and legends, offering a full day of music for all ages.

Performances are held at the Performing Arts Pavilion at New Lenox City Commons.

'Rendezvous: Splendor of Versailles" is Saturday, July 19 and Voyage en France is Sunday, July 20 at Cantigny Park in Wheaton.

Enjoy craft beer, wine and live music at the Lake Ellyn Boathouse.

National Dive Bar Day is Monday, July 7. If you're looking for a local pub to check out, these neighborhood dive bars in northern Illinois are worth visiting.

From the northern suburbs to the Illinois Valley, the farm-to-table movement continues to grow, with restaurants partnering with local vendors for the freshest ingredients.

There's no shortage of Independence Day fireworks displays across DuPage County

'Come From Away' tells the story of a group of stranded passengers who were diverted to Newfoundland on September 11, 2001.

The Purple Pig, featuring Mediterranean cuisine is slated to open later this year at 15 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, in the space formerly held by the Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams furniture showroom.

Standing on the edge of a 300-foot limestone bluff in southern Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest, Machaela Sweeney could thank the perfect words she typed into ChatGPT for bringing her to the unexpected spot.

You don't have to fight city traffic to enjoy a day at the beach in northern Illinois.

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

This free community events will have activities and fun for the whole family.

Among the highlights of summer in the suburbs are “Always…Patsy Cline" on stage, along with the band Asia's John Payne, folk music and blues artists, Wheaton Municipal Band, a book sale extraordinaire and walking tour.

You don't have to drive into Chicago to enjoy awesome museums. Here are five suburban museums worth visiting this year.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing afternoon picnicking with family, a challenging hike on a scenic trail, or a fun-filled day playing games with the kids, here are some municipal parks in communities across northern Illinois that have something for everyone.

Summer is filled with beer festivals, from Joliet to Princeton, Galena to McHenry and more.

The 2025 farmers market season kicks off soon in communities across northern Illinois. Here's a list of some of the best markets in the area.