The cult classic film will be shown at its original filming location in Joliet on Oct. 4.

From national touring acts at a rock club to public orchestral shows in the park, there’s an event for everyone happening in downtown Joliet.

Featuring a carefully curated setlist of their greatest hits, this show will showcase the powerful harmonies, soaring ballads and electrifying performances.

Joliet Pride Fest is Saturday, Sept. 20 at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park.

These northern Illinois pumpkin farms are ready to welcome guests for a day of family-friendly fall fun.

The Goodfellas Cigar Lounge Facebook page describes the business as a tobacco store and hookah lounge featuring “the largest selection of cigars in the Joliet area.”

The program will include selections from Giuseppe Verdi, Alexander Borodin and David DeBoor Canfield.

The Fiesta en el Bicentennial Park is set for Saturday, Sept. 13 in Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park.

‘Lincoln’s Ottawa: Stories from Valley View’ take guests on a tour of several historic sites in the Illinois Valley related to Abraham Lincoln.

The band will perform classic oldies songs with modern energy Friday, Sept. 12 on the Joliet Area Historical Museum's rooftop.

The much-anticipated fall festival features a carnival, fireworks, parade, craft show, water fights, live music and so much more.

Sable Creek offers a diverse selection of hand-crafted wines in the southwest suburbs.

The zoo's Frontera Farm-to-Table Dinner is Sept. 12, while Oktoberfest is set for Sept. 28. Many additional events are also scheduled throughout the season.

Football season is back! Watch the game at one of these lively sports bars in northern Illinois.

West coast winemaker Dave Merfeld of Northstar Winery continues to promote Merlot, the often-maligned wine varietal.

Attendees will “take a culinary tour of Lockport’s eateries” and visit local landmarks during the event, which runs on Sunday, Sept. 14

The annual festival now doubles as an Oktoberfest and has grown since its origin in 2016.

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

Isaak will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre on Friday, Dec. 12.

Visit Dellwood Park in Lockport for live battle reenactments, music, food and more!

LaBelle, who has been called the “Godmother of Soul,” will perform hit songs like “Lady Marmalade,” “On My Own” and more from her six decades in the music industry.

Blackberry Smoke will rock the Rialto in downtown Joliet on Sunday, Sept. 28.

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

The cafe makes 21 flavors of cheesecake from a longstanding family recipe.

Explore five beautiful backyards on the Cathedral Area’s Western Avenue while sampling wines from Bishop’s Hill Winery and other selections.

Joliet is one of five cities that will host a festival to kick off the 100th Anniversary of historic Route 66.

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

Check out the Team Demolition Derby "Tournament of Destruction" at Dirt Oval Route 66 in Joliet.

Downtown Joliet is home to Audiophil's Records, The Strange and Unusual Gallery, Prison City Vintage and more!

Country music Hall of Fame member John Anderson will be at the Joliet theatre Oct. 9.

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

The series continues Saturday, July 12 with Third City Brass Band & The Big Lagniappe.

Arron Sain of Joliet appeared on “No Utensils Needed,” of the Food Network’s “Supermarket Stakeout” program, which aired July 22.

Join the 4th annual Morris Beer Festival from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6 for some brews from nearly 50 breweries, live music and food vendors at Goold Park, 308 Northern Ave. Morris.

The Beatles tribute band will perform

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

The company’s premiere of “The Great Gatsby” is a Broadway-style take on the iconic story.

The Will County coffee scene is varied as it is plentiful. Many venues offer a wide variety of other beverages, full meals and a full calendar of entertainment.

Former Poison frontman Bret Michaels will perform at the Joliet casino on Oct. 18.

The Will County Fair runs Aug. 20-24 at the fairgrounds in Peotone.

The 122nd annual Will County Fair kicks off Wednesday at the fairgrounds in Peotone.

Classic Seger brings the energy, excitement and raw power of a vintage Bob Seger concert.

Joliet's New Orleans North Festival and the Will County Car Show on tap this weekend in Will County.

$185 million casino opens in Joliet, marking first move for what originally was the Empress Casino since it opened in 1992.

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

Sweet Tooth in Morris carries nostalgic candy, gourmet chocolate and more. Hey Sweetie in downtown Ottawa offers a variety of candies and ice cream.

The 2025 New Orleans North event is set for Friday, Aug. 15 at the Joliet Slammers Stadium.

Grammer is known for hits "Honey I'm Good" and "Keep Your Head Up."

The Joliet Blues Festival was staged for its seventh year on Saturday, attracting local and regional music fans.

The music festival returns for a fourth year to Joliet's Cathedral District on Saturday, Aug. 16. Walk the neighborhood while enjoying an eclectic mix of concerts performed on people's porches.