Special dining experience to feature whisky by Mississippi River Distilling ft. Cody Road

The Water Street Studios Community Gallery offers recurring opportunities for area artists to display and sell artwork in a professional setting.

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.

The 2026 summer series events include live music, theater, visual arts and more.

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

Hailing from San Angelo, Texas, the Garza brothers coined their own sound—bluesy “Texican rock & roll”—and turned it into a global sensation.

Teams of 2-4 people will try to assemble a 300-piece puzzle at Puzzle-Palooza, a fun, family-friendly competition in Oswego Saturday, April 18.

Stage 212's "The Play That Goes Wrong" opens Friday, April 17.

Celebrate Earth Day at Geneva's Peck Farm Park on Saturday, April 18.

The Canterbury Concert Series presents "Music from the Movies" at The Dixon: Historic Theatre on Saturday, April 18.

Wheaton Park District’s Superhero 3K Fun Run is at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 18 at the Sensory Garden Playground.

The NIU Steelband will perform a free concert at the DeKalb Public Library Friday, April 17.

The Woodstock Opera House will host a performance from Levi Kreis, best known for originating the role of Jerry Lee Lewis in Broadway’s “Million Dollar Quartet,” at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 19.

World Ballet Company's 'Cinderella' is a Broadway-style production that blends humor, romance and exceptional artistry for all ages.

Check out an architectural masterpiece, a thrilling escape room or a local festival this spring in Kendall County.

Check out these restaurants where you can find the best breakfast and brunch in the Illinois Valley.

One million blooms are expected this year at Kuipers Family Farm in Maple Park, which is celebrating 25 years this spring.

Upcoming events include the Spritz Stroll, the return of Innovator Hale Street Tents and more!

Broadway star Levi Kreis will perform at the Woodstock Opera House on April 19, while David Maraniss will speak on April 16.

BG Hospitality Group’s new restaurant elevates the local dining experience in Fox Haven Square, located at Main Street and Kirk Road.

“The Play That Goes Wrong” will be presented April 17-19 and 24-26 at Stage 212 in La Salle.

You don't need to travel to Vegas to enjoy the bright lights at a casino in northwest Illinois.

Actor Tony Danza and his band will be at The Dixon Historic Theatre April 25.

Chicago-based comedians will take the stage at the Copley Theatre in downtown Aurora on select Saturday nights through May 2 as part of the Copley Comedy Series.

Northern Illinois is home to some notably beautiful botanical gardens and arboretums waiting to be explored.

Other performers this summer include The Beach Boys, Gov't Mule, Poi Dog Pondering, Lauren Alaina and tributes to Bee Gees, Led Zeppelin and many more.

John Waite will perform on April 23.

World Ballet Company’s “Cinderella” features a dazzling cast of 40 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, exquisite hand-crafted sets and enchanting choreography.

Michael Jackson tribute artist Jalles Franca will perform Jackson's biggest hits at the April 25 performance.

Iniga Pizzeria is located in downtown DeKalb at 206 E. Lincoln Highway, in the former Eduardo's Restaurant location.

Forever K-Pop – A Celebration Concert fuses electrifying live vocals and choreography, bold costuming and cinematic visuals into a dazzling live performance.

25 businesses will participate in the 2026 St. Charles Spring Shop Crawl.

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

Delmark Day will begin with a live blues rehearsal session with The Delmark All-Stars and 18-year-old vocal prodigy Jaden Allen. The interactive masterclass will offer attendees the opportunity to watch Blues musicians at work, honing their craft of authentic Chicago Blues. 

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.

Dinosaur Dimensions Expedition is a state-of-the-art live performance that combines cutting-edge animatronics, dazzling visuals and high-energy storytelling for the ultimate family-friendly adventure.

Spring is here, and that means it's the perfect season to get out and explore new destinations.

The show will feature Mark Twain impersonator Warren Brown.

Spring and the return of baseball bring hot dogs back to the forefront. So here are 10 places to get a legit, Chicago-style hot dog in the suburbs.

Families can explore equipment used at Morton Arboretum, and get up close to trucks, municipal emergency vehicles and more.

The whole family will love the Perondi's Stunt Dog Experience Thursday, April 9 at Rialto Square Theatre.

Discover Sycamore's Taste of Spring is from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, April 9.

Enjoy a screening of the 1945 film "Captain Kidd" Friday, April 10.

Country music band Parmalee will perform at The Vixen McHenry Thursday, April 9.

The Geneva French Market opens for the 2026 season on Sunday, April 12.

Dreamwave Wrestling—Anniversary XI: “Undeniable” is at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 11.

Christian singer Megan Woods will perform Friday, April 10, and rockers Alborn will perform Saturday, April 11, at The Dixon: Historic Theatre.

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

Sample 21 curated wines with small bites at participating businesses in downtown Sycamore.