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

The performances on Feb. 7 & 8 will include works by Antonín Dvořák, Samuel Barber and Johannes Brahms.

The Idle Hour, a new cigar lounge, and RILY, a raw bar and live jazz venue, are expected to open later this year.

This program explores wine from its history and role as a medicinal remedy, then moves into how grapes are grown and why soil composition matters.

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

Legendary comics Bobcat Goldthwait and Brian Posehn, in addition to many additional comedians, will perform at the Batavia club in February.

ZZ Top frontman Billy F Gibbons will bring his BFG Band to the Arcada Theatre Sunday, Feb. 1.

Bret Michaels will bring his Loud & Amplified 2026 Tour to St. Charles on Friday, Feb. 13.

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

The new year kicks off with 'Broadway Through the Years' Jan. 31-Feb. 1.

Cantigny in Wheaton will host a dueling piano performance and Valentine's Day dinners this winter.

Celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani will join executive chef Noah Gümüstekin for an unforgettable culinary event Jan. 31-Feb. 1 to benefit the James Beard Foundation.

'Dear Evan Hansen' will be at the Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora Feb. 4-March 22.

Check out what Shaw Local audiences voted as the best romantic and fine dining restaurants in Kane, DeKalb, Will and McHenry counties, as well as the Illinois Valley.

Hampshire resident Steve Knapp appeared on "Wheel of Fortune" Jan. 20.

Winslow is best known for his iconic performances in all seven “Police Academy” films and “Spaceballs.”

More than 40 participating St. Charles restaurants will be offering a special discounts.

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.

Sullivan Rutherford Estate's Cœur de Vigne Cabernet Sauvignon has hints of blueberry, plum, dark chocolate and dried flowers.

Restaurant Weeks are the perfect time to try something new at a special price.

The concerts on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 will feature selections from classic and contemporary Broadway musicals.

The Chicago Home Show is Saturday and Sunday at the Kane County Fairgrounds, while the Arcada Theatre will host Pink Floyd Night on Friday.

Historians will recreate some of Poe’s most famous tales, including “The Cask of Amontillado,” “Annabel Lee,” “The Pit and the Pendulum” and “The Fall of the House of Usher.”

The Alba Quintet features a flute with four string players to perform all “Four Seasons” by Antonio Vivaldi. The concert is Sunday, Jan. 25.

Additional shows at the downtown Aurora theatre include "A Christmas Carol" and "Sunday in the Park with George."

The 31st annual Winterfest is Jan. 28-Feb. 1 in downtown Lake Geneva. It is free to attend.

Aurora's second annual Restaurant Week is Jan. 20 through Feb. 3.

This elegant event will feature curated cocktails and a prix fixe, chef-designed gourmet dinner, followed by the live performance.

Not going to Soldier Field for the big game? Check out these sports bars in northern Illinois where you can catch all the action and enjoy food and drink specials.

At a special book signing in Geneva Saturday, local children's author Ron Keres is sharing the inspiration behind his latest picture book in the “Finn the Frog” series.

Hairbanger's Ball will play the biggest rock hits from the '80s at the Arcada Theatre, while the Paramount Theatre in Aurora will host the ultimate Elvis tribute.

The Kane County Forest Preserve District is hosting a free event, Polar-Palooza Jan. 17.

“All in for Art” celebrates the work of Water Street Studios, a community art center that provides resident artist studios, a ceramics lab, School of Art, award winning galleries, community outreach and public art.

Outdoor ice rinks are a great way to have fun, fit in some physical activity and enjoy fresh air this winter.

'Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular' will be at the Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora on Saturday, Jan. 17.

The Jan. 18 “Rock Hunger” concert will benefit local food programs for families in need.

2025 saw a number of restaurants open across northern Illinois.

Jonata's Todos wine blends blackberry, plum, dried violets, cocoa powder, fig and singed rosemary aromas.

The Nu Wave – The Ultimate '80s Experience will perform hits from New Wave bands from the '80s Friday, Jan. 9 at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles.

New restaurants include Fire + Wine and Rosebud Steakhouse in St. Charles, Uzu Revolving Sushi in Lombard and The Grand Social House & Tavern in Wauconda.

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

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.

If you’re practicing Dry January, or a dry 2026 and beyond, myriad suburban restaurants have sophisticated and crafted takes on nonalcoholic drinks.

The neighborhood bar and live music venue marks the one year anniversary of new ownership.

The Starved Rock Lodge Winter Wildlife Trolley Tours take guests to several areas where they can view majestic bald eagles and more.

Sample a variety of whiskeys paired with a five-course dinner on Jan. 16-17.

Check out the national touring comedians set to take the stage at The Comedy Vault in Batavia.

The St. Charles Arts Council’s first exhibition of the new year will be a Legacy Invitational show.

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.”

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