The Joliet Blues Festival is 3-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9.

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

RomeoFest kicks off Thursday, Aug. 7 and runs through Aug. 10, while Joliet Blues Festival is Saturday, Aug. 9.

These restaurants in northern Illinois, from vibrant downtowns to peaceful riverfronts, provide gorgeous views without the hustle and bustle of Chicago traffic.

Highlights include Taste of Glen Ellyn, Woodstock Truck 'N Food Show, DeKalb Corn Fest and Geneva's Festival of the Vine.

Tyler Simons of Wisconsin will host “Cars Behind Bars” from noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Old Joliet Prison, 1125 Collins St. in Joliet.

Blues Brothers Con at the Old Joliet Prison is not happening this year. Instead, plans are being made for a "Blues Brothers Screening" on the 45th anniversary year of the movie's release.

Downtown Joliet Kidz Fest, Rockin' the Ville and more happening this weekend!

The City of Lockport will host it's second annual Fire Fest on Aug. 9 to commemorate the anniversary of the 1895 fire that destroyed a large portion of the city's downtown.

Popular regional tribute act set to perform on rooftop stage of Joliet Area Historical Museum Aug. 7.

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.

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

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

You don't need to travel to Napa Valley to enjoy good wines. Northern Illinois is home to many wineries that produce high-quality, unique varietals not found elsewhere.

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

Joliet Park District's Wine a Little, Laugh a Lot event is Thursday, and Joliet Restaurant Week continues through Sunday.

Take the whole family on a kayaking or tubing adventure along one of northern Illinois' scenic rivers.

July is National Ice Cream Month! Check out this list of 9 places to visit this summer.

The Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 in Joliet will induct some blues legends with Chicago area roots at its Hall of Fame ceremony in September.

Here's a preview of some of the 16 restaurants offering specials during the 10-day event.

Enjoy a free concert in Joliet, a free movie in Bolingbrook or check out the Hot Sauce Expo in Joliet this weekend.

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

The popular music series returns for its second summer, bringing intimate outdoor shows to Joliet.

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

Watch a screening of the 1981 cult classic horror film as a live string ensemble performs.

From 2Toots to Pilot Pete's, here's a list of some themed restaurants for a fun-filled meal the whole family can enjoy.

The White Oak Library will host its one-day comic convention, Comicopolis, in downtown Lockport on July 19.

Explore a variety of cuisines during Joliet City Center Restaurant Week July 19-27.

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

If you're looking for an experience that harkens back to summers past, take a road trip to these vintage drive-in restaurants and enjoy a burger, shake, root beer and more.

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

Performances are held at the Performing Arts Pavilion at New Lenox City Commons.

With the start of summer comes the return of community cruise nights throughout Will County. Lockport and Plainfield events kick off this week.

National Dive Bar Day is Monday, July 7. If you're looking for a local pub to check out, these neighborhood dive bars in northern Illinois are worth visiting.

Auto enthusiasts can get out and show off their flashy and vintage cars at community cruise nights throughout Will County.

From food trucks and live music to family-friendly festivities, here is a roundup of places to enjoy the Fourth of July across Will and Grundy counties.

Standing on the edge of a 300-foot limestone bluff in southern Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest, Machaela Sweeney could thank the perfect words she typed into ChatGPT for bringing her to the unexpected spot.

Live music, food vendors and fireworks are part of the July 3 celebration at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park in Joliet.

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

Double “J” Sports Bar, located at 1001 Essington Road in Joliet, hosts karaoke on Monday nights and Ladies Night on Thursdays.

Check out these unique Joliet restaurants the next time you're looking for a delicious meal.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing afternoon picnicking with family, a challenging hike on a scenic trail, or a fun-filled day playing games with the kids, here are some municipal parks in communities across northern Illinois that have something for everyone.

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

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.

Enjoy a quick weekend getaway in the Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook's serene setting, spend the afternoon swimming in the pool or relaxing in the spa.

Visit Skydive Chicago in Ottawa or Chicagoland Skydiving Center in Rochelle this spring or summer for a thrilling adventure.

Starved Rock Lodge offers canyon tours, cruises, guided hikes and more to explore the natural beauty of one of the state's most-visited state parks.

Plainfield Fest will feature live music, food vendors, craft vendors, petting zoo and a carnival.

The biggest summer festival in Joliet starts at 3 p.m. Friday and runs through the weekend featuring more than 20 food vendors, just about as many music acts, and a carnival.

Taste of Joliet, which runs Friday through Sunday, will features live music, food vendors and a carnival.