The all-new, visually stunning experience opens March 19, featuring larger-than-life glowing animals, cultural performances and conservation storytelling after dark.

The Belfry House creates an intimate experience for couples and adult travelers, bringing together seasonal fine dining, live entertainment and personalized hospitality.

Chicago-based comedians will take the stage at the Copley Theatre in downtown Aurora on select Saturday nights through May 2 as part of the Copley Comedy Series.

The DuPage Comic Con is Saturday, March 14 at the DuPage County Fairgrounds.

Upcoming events include Felix & Fingers on March 13, Murder Mystery Dinner on March 27 and the annual Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch March 28-29.

St. Patrick's Day is Tuesday, March 17 but there's plenty of Irish fun with parades and parties across northern Illinois this weekend.

Beyond the local favorites and hidden gems, a handful of suburban restaurants offer a touch of celebrity.

The Beach Boys are known for hits like “Surfin’ USA,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “I Get Around,” “California Girls,” “Help Me Rhonda,” “Barbara Ann,” “Good Vibrations,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “Kokomo.”

“Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue,” is set to open Friday, May 8, at EXP, the new immersive entertainment venue at The Pearl District.

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

The Mediterranean-inspired eatery rooted in classic cooking, seasonal ingredients and shareable dining will hold a soft opening Friday with limited seating throughout the weekend.

The 28th annual Elmhurst St. Patrick's Day Parade is at noon Saturday, March 7 in downtown Elmhurst.

Hundreds of small, locally-owned boutiques and shops in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin will participate in this one-of-a-kind event March 6-7.

Guests will enjoy a full weekend itinerary, including a Friday night welcome reception with butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, intimate educational seminars, and a multi-course wine dinner paired with standout selections from the featured wineries.

The 59th Annual Elmhurst University Jazz Festival kicks off Thursday, Feb. 26 and runs through Sunday, March 1. Several bands, musicians and ensembles will perform.

Sample a variety of wines and cheese at participating downtown Wheaton businesses Saturday, Feb. 28.

Performances of “Pride & Prejudice & Murder” will be at Angelo’s Ristorante in Elmhurst at 247 N. York Road at 7 p.m. Feb. 27-28 and March 6 -7, and at 6 p.m. March 8.

Guests will enjoy live entertainment by Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots, as well as interactive games, arts and crafts, face painting, nature-based activities and more.

Escape these brutal winter temperatures with a day or weekend at these indoor waterparks in northern Illinois.

The Copley Comedy Series begins with headliner Tim Walkoe Saturday, Feb. 28.

If you're looking for a camping adventure this summer, check out Starved Rock Family Campground and other award-winning campgrounds across the country.

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

Sinfonietta Bel Canto will feature Chicagoland native John Alden Carpenter’s orchestral suite “Adventures in a Perambulator" in honor of its season theme of saluting America’s 250th anniversary.

The fine dining eatery is scheduled to open March 9 at 460 S Route 59.

Find your new favorite restaurant during Elmhurst's Restaurant Week, which kicks off Friday, Feb. 20.

Short will take the stage for a conversation filled with personal stories, humor and memorable moments to support The H Foundation’s mission to fund life-saving cancer research.

National Drink Wine Day is Wednesday, Feb. 18.

Years of collective work, vineyard refinement and expanded production capacity have elevated Stoller Family Estate's wines to their clearest expressions yet.

The concert will feature a video retrospective that includes songs covering five decades and the band's 14 studio records.

Axe throwing is a great way to have fun and blow off some steam. Here are are locations around northern Illinois.

Two Brothers Tap House in Warrenville will host Rom-Com Trivia Thursday, Feb. 12, while The Second City brings the laughs to the McAninch Arts Center Saturday, Feb. 14.

Impress your Valentine with decadent chocolate from one of these gourmet chocolate shops in northern Illinois.

This unofficial holiday, celebrated annually on Feb. 13, is a time for ladies to ditch the romance and have an evening out with your best girls.

A special Valentine's Day concert featuring The Chicago Experience is set for Friday, Feb. 13.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago adds new Valentine’s Day events and offers experiences and gift ideas for lovebirds, friends and foes.

This comedy play runs Jan. 29-March 1 at the McAninch Arts Center on the College of DuPage campus.

Enjoy a romantic dinner to celebrate Valentine's Day at one of these restaurants in northern Illinois.

"Million Dollar Quartet" will run March 4-May 31 at the intimate Stolp Island Theatre in downtown Aurora.

Known as “garden railroads,” the large-scale model trains bring a larger-than-life miniature world to the Morton Arboretum in Lisle.

These clever and interactive performances by the renowned Second City Touring Company will feature an uproarious array of classic sketch comedy, songs and more.

Enjoy the big game at one of these bars or restaurants in northern Illinois.

The annual Ice-A-Palooza is set for Saturday, Feb. 7 at Wheaton's Central Athletic Complex.

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.”

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

Lakshmi will be singing copies of her new cookbook.

You don't need to travel too far to enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing.

Check out these beer festivals happening in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin this winter.

The annual Downers Grove Ice Festival is Friday-Sunday in downtown Downers Grove.

Brett Young will bring his 2026 2.0 Tour to downtown Joliet Friday, Jan. 30.

Guests can sample a variety of unique chocolate creations at this special event, Jan. 31-Feb. 1 at the Morton Arboretum in Lisle.