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

The fForest Fest, which derives its name from “fForest,” a Norwegian word meaning to “Do, Be and Make in Nature,” is a vendor market and music festival.

Uncle Kracker's hits include "Follow Me," "Smile" and "Drift Away." He will perform Aug. 7.

Features of Old Canal Days in Lockport include a carnival, food trucks, craft vendors, beer garden, wine tent and live music.

Father's Day is Sunday, June 15.

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

Check out these niche stays in St. Charles, Ottawa, Algonquin and more.

Your guide to some of the hottest festivals happening in communities across northern Illinois in 2025, from Joliet to Crystal Lake and Rock Falls to Geneva.

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.

It's that time of year. With warm weather months, comes the return of community cruise nights throughout Will County.

The Abbey Resort has everything for a family or couples getaway this summer – golf, spa, swimming, boating and more.

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

Enjoy live music Saturday at the Joliet Area Historical Museum as part of the museum's 2025 Summer Outdoor Rooftop Concert Series.

The event is Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 at the Old Joliet Prison Haunted House in Joliet.

Summer is here, and it's time to get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of northern Illinois.

Northern Illinois offers a vibrant international food scene ready to tantalize your taste buds.

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

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

Brooks will open for blues icon Buddy Guy on June 28.

Drop-in event for self-guided exploration of the Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road, Romeoville on Saturday.

The Australian Pink Floyd Show: Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour stop at Joliet's Rialto Square Theatre has been postponed until Aug. 6.

Northern Illinois is home to many unique distilleries that use farm fresh-to-bottle ingredients.

Kayak, sky dive, ride an ATV, rides bikes on a guided tour or take a cruise along the Illinois River during your summer adventure in Starved Rock Country.

Blues legend Buddy Guy will perform Saturday, June 28 at the downtown Joliet theatre.

Enjoy craft beer tastings from more than 15 regional breweries, live blues music and barbecue all day.

Harbor Inn vacation rentals at Heritage Harbor, located near Ottawa on the Illinois River, give guests a relaxing getaway.

Gently used clothing will be $1 on Friday and Saturday at a Community Thrift Sale at Jolie Central High School.

Check out these northern Illinois restaurants known for their burgers. From McHenry County to the Illinois Valley and everywhere in between, we've got you covered with a variety of places to try during National Burger Month.

The series kicks off Saturday, May 17 with a tribute to Radiohead.

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

Beer and wine festivals around northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin offer springtime fun in the coming months.

Go back to the Prohibition era at these speakeasy bars located in St. Charles, La Salle, Elgin, Lockport and more northern Illinois locations.

Check out these classes in the suburbs for your next girls night out, family outing or date night.

Treat mom to brunch on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 11.

The kite festival in Homer Glen will include trick performances from Chicago Kite, games, giveaways, food trucks, music, raptor education and opportunity to fly one's own kite.

The Boulevard Food & Drink Hall will offer a fresh dining experience at the new casinos, including an all-new burger concept from celebrity chef Stephanie Izard, and Chicago favorites Antique Taco and Pretty Cool Ice Cream.

The comedy duo will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre May 8, 2025.

Tusk: The World’s #1 Tribute to Fleetwood Mac will be at the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet Friday, May 16.

Bring your appetite to these food truck festivals happening around northern Illinois this spring and summer.

Marketing director for Joliet casino talks about changes coming at new Hollywood Casino under construction.

Looking for great book finds? Friends of the Joliet Public Library book sale will be held this weekend at the Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St.

Play classic video games from a bygone era, as well as new favorites, at these suburban arcades.

From classical music to rock, there's a concert for everyone happening in May in northern Illinois.

Here are five things to do in and around Grundy County the weekend of April 25, 2025.

Ten members of WriteOn Joliet will explore various aspects of heroism in original radio-style stories and poems.

Participants can enter to win prizes that include a cruise, dinner at Cooper's Hawk for a year and more.

The Joliet City Center Partnership and 11 downtown businesses are celebrating the 1980s on May 3.

The 49th season will see the debut of the Wrath of Rakshasa, the steepest and most inverted dive coaster in the world.

Get the family out for Easter egg hunts and free photos with the Easter Bunny in the Joliet area this weekend.