Great White and Slaughter, both multi-platinum-selling bands, will perform their biggest hits, bringing audiences back to the late ’80s and early ’90s.

The 2026 season kicks off May 16 with the opening of the amusement park. Santa Springs Water Park opens Saturday, May 23.

Fans will be treated to Foreigner’s iconic hits, delivered with soaring vocals, signature guitar riffs and the energy of a true rock show.

The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department helped kick off the festival season on May 8 with its Margaritas en Mayo fiesta.

For more than 25 years, Black Label Society, led by Zakk Wylde, has remained a relentless force in heavy, blues-driven hard rock and metal, crafting songs that celebrate the highs and lows of everyday life.

More than 100 local, national and international artists will be display work at the two day event.

Rikki Rockett, original drummer for '80s hard rock band Poison, will bring his solo band, Rockett Mafia to The Vixen in McHenry May 21.

Bambū offers Vietnamese dessert drinks, smoothies, Boba teas, Yonami and coffees drinks.

Leaning into lighter, seafood-driven fare, new additions to the menu include an asparagus and prosciutto salad, with burrata and truffle honey mustard, and grilled prawn toast on brioche.

Enjoy an evening of Mariachi bands, dancing, family activities and much more at the May 8 event.

Five shows have been added to the Comedy at Copley series, which runs through Nov. 7, 2026.

The Tequila Dinner is Thursday, May 7, and the Spring Wine Tasting event is Saturday, May 9.

Joliet's new City Square, located across from the Rialto Square Theatre, will host many family-friendly events this summer, including live music, a farmers market, outdoor story time and more.

Find the perfect champagne or sparkling wine for Mother's Day.

Notable performers include comedians Margaret Cho and Deon Cole, and rock tribute band Hairball.

Chef Paul Virant brings his specialty, the Vistro Burger, to The Graceful Ordinary, St. Charles’ riverside dining destination.

Starting June 20, a full slate of special events, features and throwbacks are planned to honor the park’s heritage and 50th anniversary.

Richardson Adventure Farm planted 450,000 new bulbs last year, giving the Spring Grove farm’s 2026 Tulip Festival 1 million flowers for visitors to see this season.

Hundreds of thousands of tulips are in bloom at Tulip Festival at Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove.

America’s Best Restaurants is a national media firm focused on highlighting independent restaurants. America’s Best Restaurants was at the restaurant on April 21 to film an episode for its YouTube channel.

The new Guzman Y Gomez restaurant will be located on South Route 59 in Naperville, and will open later this year.

Third Eye Blind will perform Aug. 23, while Six One Five Collective takes the stage July 25.

Shining Star delivers a powerful tribute concert celebrating the legendary music of Earth, Wind & Fire.

America’s Best Restaurants is a national media firm focused on highlighting independent restaurants.

The Northwest Illinois Film Office is proud to announce the return of its signature event, the sixth annual Northwest Illinois Film Festival: Shorts‑A‑Palooza 2026.

These four comedians will bring honest, high-energy stand-up that taps into the wild world of parenting, the chaos of midlife, dating, marriage and more.

Fat Rosie's in Frankfort starts the party on May 5 with live Mariachi performances and face painting.

The Tulip Festival features over 1 million blooms, games, dog-friendly grounds and much more.

Nostalgia overload: Wind through the hills of northwest Illinois and southwest Wisconsin, from Scales Mound to Lead Mine, and there are scenic views and a time warp back to life – in the form of old-time stores and taverns – from many decades ago.

The 50th anniversary season includes works by Mendelssohn, John Williams, Beethoven and more.

Oberweis and Giordano’s announced Monday that they’ll be teaming up in downtown Naperville, with the dairy opening its first scoop shop inside the iconic pizza chain’s restaurant at 119 S. Main St.

The winner of the inaugural Joliet Chamber Premier Raffle will win two monthly prizes.

The Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles is marking its 100th anniversary. A large parade is being organized by theater operator Ron Onesti to honor its century of impact on the community.

Louise Harrison, the late George Harrison’s older sister, hand-picked the musicians who portray Ringo Starr, John Lennon, Paul McCartney and her brother.

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

The Spring Valley ‘Uriah’ Walla Walla Valley Red Wine 2022 is a dark, brooding red with blackberry, plum, cedar, tobacco leaf and cracked pepper flavors.

Veteran actors might be chagrined watching "The Play That Goes Wrong" at Stage 212 in La Salle, but most audiences will find it uproarious.

Led by ESO Music Director Chad Goodman, the concert features works by Quinn Mason, Robert Schumann and Ludwig van Beethoven.

The event takes place Sept. 4-7 along Jackson Avenue in the city’s downtown.

Papa will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre on Friday, May 1.

Six Flags Great America in Gurnee has announced plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026.

Pick up your Easter chocolate at these fine chocolatiers in northern Illinois. Easter is Sunday, April 5.

A new "dirty" soda and sub shop has opened in downtown Crystal Lake, complete with a theme that transports customers back to the 1990s, with an emphasis on grunge, rock and rap music that defined the era.

Additional shows in the 2026-27 season include "Annie," "9 to 5" and "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story."

Audiences can expect a powerful, nostalgic, and high-energy evening that honors Rod Stewart's timeless music.

After a breakout run in Oak Brook, immersive entertainment brand brings its live studio-style game show to Woodfield Mall.

Everclear will take the stage on Thursday, Aug. 6 at the Romeoville Toyota Pavilion to headline the first night of RomeoFest.

The event is dedicated to the haunting stories of Edgar Allan Poe and will feature four crafted cocktails, each with a theme related to the spooky tales.

A new restaurant, Catch 22, has opened in Johnsburg, aiming to appeal to people of all ages.

Williams is known for his hilarious movie roles and outlandish stand up and sketch comedy routines. He has appeared in “Dumb and Dumber,” “Something about Mary,” “Half Baked" and more.