Events

As you travel through the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor, one thing becomes clear, there is always something going on somewhere! Consider this is your personal invitation to hometown celebrations, wine and corn festivals, one-of-a-kind music and theater festivals, historic reenactments, world-class sporting events, concerts and outdoor exploration weekends. Don't miss signature events like Ottawa's Two Rivers Wine Festival, Starved Rock's Flock to the Rock and NASCAR. Whether you are searching for low-key entertainment or high octane adventure, search the Calendar of Events to find exactly your speed.

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Event	Location
Grundy Bank's Brown Bag Friday Aug. 23, 2019 , 11:30AM-1:30PM Grundy Bank's Brown Bag Friday at the Courthouse - Band Day...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Grundy County Courthouse 111 E. Washington St. Morris, IL 60450 815-941-0245
Hikin' With Your Hound Aug. 23, 2019 , 6:00PM-7:30PM Enjoy an evening walk with an interpretive naturalist and your pup! Meet new friends and other dog owners as we explore the landscape. Spend the last half-hour letting your dogs play together in the dog park during a special, no-permit-required session! Be sure to dress for the weather, and please park in the dog park ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Sports/Recreation Nature	Forked Creek Preserve - Ballou Road Access Ballou Road, east of Route 102 in Wilmington. Wilmington, Il 60481 (815) 722-9470
Morning Prairie Ramble for Adults Aug. 23, 2019 , 8:00AM-9:30AM Learn about the flowers in bloom! Discover the ways all life of the prairie is connected. Meet at the building. Be prepared for on- and off-trail exploration. Hikes are 1-2 miles over uneven, natural terrain. Ages 18 or older. Registration required by Wednesday, August 21: 815.722.9470. ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Music in the Park - 70's Rewind Aug. 23, 2019 , 6:00PM-9:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Centennial Park 13th & West Streets Peru, IL 61354 815-223-0061
Summer Craft & Vendor Show Aug. 23, 2019 Come out and join for our Summer Craft & Vendor show! There will be a variety of Crafters, Vendors, Artisans, and food available! ...More Info Event Type: Arts/Crafts	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
The Morning Larks Aug. 23, 2019 , 9:00PM The Morning Larks Melodys you need to hear!! Christina Marie Eltrevoog, Sarah Arter & Emily Williams...More Info Cost: No Cover Event Type: Performing Arts	9th Street Pub 253 Ninth Street LaSalle, Il 61301 815-223-8960
Trivia Night Aug. 23, 2019 , 7:00PM-10:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Black Horizon Brewing Company 7560 South Quincy Street Willowbrook, Il 60527 630-413-4964
Music in the Park Aug. 23, 2019 - Aug. 24, 2019 , 6:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St. Ottawa, IL 61350 815-434-2737
Artisan's on the Water Aug. 24, 2019 , 11:00AM-2:00PM Join us every last Saturday of the month for craft vendors. Enjoy live music, food and shopping along the water. Located at Heritage Harbor, Ottawa IL. For more information, contact us at 815.433.5000 ext 230...More Info Event Type: Arts/Crafts Shopping	Heritage Harbor Ottawa 1970 N. 2753rd Road Ottawa, IL 61350 (815) 433-5000 ext. 230
Berwyn Rt. 66 Car Show Aug. 24, 2019 , 7:00AM-4:00PM THRILLS & FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY We'll see you on Sat, Aug 24, 2019 for a stroll down the Mother Road among hundreds of vintage and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles. The event also features live entertainment and a variety of hometown eats....More Info Event Type: Festivals	Berwyn's Historic Route 66 Between Oak Park & Ridgeland on Ogden Avenue 708-788-8100
Brewery Tour Aug. 24, 2019 , 2:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Metal Monkey Brewing 515 Anderson Dr. #900 Romeoville, Il 60446 630-862-9595
Civil War History: The Truth, the whole truth and nothing but?? Aug. 24, 2019 How much do we know about the Civil War?...More Info Event Type: Education/History	Heritage Center Museum 208 N. Clark Street North Utica, Il 61373 815-667-4861
Dog Days of Summer Aug. 24, 2019 , 10:00AM-2:00PM The Crest Hill Branch is going to the dogs! We will use our extensive outdoor yard to feature a variety of rescue organizations, veterinary services, and small business retailers, as well as Library-related activities like a bandanna station, cooling stations, peanut butter licking competition, costume & trick contests...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Festivals	White Oak Library District: Crest Hill Branch 20670 Kubinski Dr Crest Hill, Il 60403 (815) 552-4278
Five AM FRAT Party at Pub Aug. 24, 2019 , 9:00PM We're throwing a rager at the pub. Come get rowdy. Live performances by: Five AM Dead Rest The Keystones Versio Curs...More Info Cost: $5 Event Type: Performing Arts	9th Street Pub 253 Ninth Street LaSalle, Il 61301 815-223-8960
IHA 2019 HerbFest Aug. 24, 2019 , 8:30AM-3:00PM Please mark your calendars for the 2019 HerbFest to be held at the beautiful historic Reddick Mansion in downtown Ottawa, IL. The day will include dynamic speakers, demonstrations, a make & take, lunch, herbal inspired refreshments, vendors, & a tour of the Reddick Mansion IHA Certified Herb Garden. Please Contact C...More Info Cost: $35 IHA Member / $45 non-member Event Type: Nature	The Reddick Mansion 8255 Pioneer Road Morris, Il 60450 815-325-1770
Midewin For Kids-Can You Dig It? Aug. 24, 2019 , 10:00AM-12:30PM People have lived on this land for thousands of years. How did the people of "prairie past" use the land to live and what can we learn from them? Join "Archaeologist Joe" to make maps, learn about the tools an archaeologist uses, and get out in the field to investigate a site from the 1800's. Do you like to dig in the ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History Arts/Crafts Nature	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, Il 60481 815-423-6370
Ottawa's Old Town Farmer Market Aug. 24, 2019 , 8:00AM-12:30PM Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables and fruits! Also featured are home baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade soaps and fresh roasted coffee. With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL. Along with high quality merchandise from local crafters and a...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Jackson Street of Washington Square Park (815) 433-0084
Summer Craft & Vendor Show Aug. 24, 2019 Come out and join for our Summer Craft & Vendor show! There will be a variety of Crafters, Vendors, Artisans, and food available! ...More Info Event Type: Arts/Crafts	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
TADA Annuial Picnic Aug. 24, 2019 , 12:00PM-4:00PM Tri County Area Disability Activists invite the disability community...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Education/History	Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W. Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 630-932-1555
The Great Prison Break-In Aug. 24, 2019 We are making history in Joliet. After fifteen years of neglect, the iconic 1858 "Old Joliet Prison," made famous in The Blues Brothers and Prison Break, is coming back to life. To mark this momentous occasion, we are working with our community partners to "go big" with a celebration which will be talked about for y...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Old Joliet Prison 1125 N. Collins Street Joliet, Il 60432 815-723-5201
Utica Craft Beer Street Fest Aug. 24, 2019 , 2 - 6PM This is the 4th Annual Utica Craft Beer Street Fest. This year the event will feature Breweries, Cideries and Meaderies from though-out the state of Illinois. Check back often for additions to the line-up. The Utica Business Association proudly announces an initial line up of over 30 participating breweries. We are shu...More Info Cost: $37.50 - $47.50 Event Type: Festivals Ale Trail	Downtown Utica Mill Street Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4111
Bureau County Fair Now - Aug. 25, 2019 Make some memories with your family and visit the second oldest county fair in Illinois...More Info Event Type: Festivals	811 W Peru St Princeton, Il 815-875-2905
Illinois Valley Quilts of Valor Now - Aug. 25, 2019 , Various The Bureau County Fair Board and the Illinois Valley Quilts of Valor are proud to announce the addition of 3 new classes added to the Textiles Department for the 164th annual Bureau County Fair which will be held in Princeton from August 21 to 25th, 2019. The classes give new options for people to participate in ent...More Info Event Type: Arts/Crafts	Bureau County Fair Grounds 811 W. Peru St. Princeton, Il 815-866-3534
Live Hawk Show Aug. 24, 2019 - Aug. 25, 2019 , 1:00PM-3:00PM Have an up close and personal visit with 3 very special hawks and their handler Rich Escutia. Rich will cover the biology and hunting instincts of each of his two Harris Hawks and his Red Tailed Hawk at his live hawk show located by the Eagles Roost Cabin behind the Visitor Center. By falconer Rich Escutia....More Info Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center 2678 N. State Rte 178 Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4726
I&M Canal National Heritage Area Anniversary Boat Ride Aug. 25, 2019 , 11:00am & 2:00pm Join is as the Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area, America's FIRST National Heritage Area, celebrates it's 35th Anniversary! In August 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed a bill establishing the Illinois & Michigan Canal National Heritage Area, America's first National Heritage Area. This "new kind of na...More Info Cost: $15.00 Event Type: Education/History	I&M Canal Boat 754 First Street LaSalle, Il 61301 815-220-1848
Monarch Way Stations Aug. 25, 2019 , Noon - 2 p.m. Monarch way stations are identified milkweed hot spots that provide valuable habitat and nectar sources for monarchs. Staff will be at each location to share information and activities on monarchs, milkweed and pollinators. Search for monarch eggs and caterpillars in action. Take home handouts about how you can help mo...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th St Romeoville, Il 60410 (815) 886-1467
Summer Craft & Vendor Show Aug. 25, 2019 Come out and join for our Summer Craft & Vendor show! There will be a variety of Crafters, Vendors, Artisans, and food available! ...More Info Event Type: Arts/Crafts	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
Cruisin' Into Lockport Now - Aug. 26, 2019 , 6:30PM-8:30PM Come out to Central Square and First Midwest Bank parking lots, located at 9th and Hamilton in downtown Lockport to see the classic car show and listen to great live entertainment. Shop the farmer's market and enjoy delicious food and drinks as well. Kids will love our inflatable obstacle course, face painting and much...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Performing Arts	Central Square S Hamilton St, Lockport, IL 60441 Lockport, Il 60441 (815)838-1183
Lemont Farmers Market Aug. 27, 2019 , 8:00AM-1:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Lemont Lemont, Il
Saving Your Prized Possessions Aug. 27, 2019 , 7:00PM-8:30PM Do you have family heirlooms, collectables and other prized possessions? Discover the factors that make stuff fall apart. Learn easy and effective methods to save and store from a museum expert. Best yet, learn how to do it without spending a small fortune! This program provides practical advice for anyone concerned wi...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th St Romeoville, Il 60446 (815) 886-1467
Trivia Night Aug. 27, 2019 , 7:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Alter Brewing Company 2300 Wisconsin Avenue #213 Downers Grove, Il 60515 630-541-9558
Discovery Isle Aug. 28, 2019 , 1:00PM-3:00PM Join us every Wednesday during the summer starting June 19 for different natural or cultural history activities. This particular Wednesday, we will be dipping nets in the lagoon to look for critters. Nets, field guides and other equipment are provided. All the awesome critters we find will be returned to the lagoon at ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. 135th Street Romeoville, Il 60446 (815) 886-1467
Lemont Legends Cruise Nights Aug. 28, 2019 , 6:00PM-9:00PM Celebrate 20 years of Lemont Legends Cruise Nights in Historic Downtown Lemont this Summer. Every Wednesday Night - June 5th through August 28th (no show July 5th) Fantastic Cars/Delicious Food/Music/Business Booths/Activities and walk around cups from sponsoring bars. ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Other	Downtown Lemont 418 Main St. Lemont, Il 60439-3675 (630)257-5997
Concerts on the Hill - Season Grand Finale Aug. 29, 2019 , 6:30PM Outdoor music every Thursday at the Bandshell throughout June, July, and August. Bring blankets & chairs for hill seating, or chairs will be available for $1 rent. Concessions will also be available. Grand Finale featuring Joliet Township HS Orchestra and Joliet American Legion Band. ...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Performing Arts Ongoing	Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W. Jefferson Street Joliet, Il 60432 815-724-3761
Nocturnal Chorus for Adults Aug. 29, 2019 , 6:00PM-7:30PM Study insects inside Four Rivers Environmental Education Center and then head out to hike, seek and discover marvelously loud little critters. This opportunity to travel the preserve after dark could reveal some fantastic finds. Please dress for indoor and outdoor activities. Indoor facilities are accessible. Outdoor a...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Old Joliet Prison Haunted Tours Now - Aug. 30, 2019 , 6:00PM Haunted Prison Tours every Friday in August at 6:00PM! Visit https://www.jolietmuseum.org for more information and to sign up!...More Info Event Type: Education/History Story Telling	Old Joliet Prison 1125 N. Collins Street Joliet, Il 60432 815-723-5201
Music in the Park Aug. 30, 2019 , 6:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St. Ottawa, IL 61350 815-434-2737
Rock the Woods Aug. 30, 2019 , 6:00PM-9:00PM Nothing says summer more than the pairing of food and live music. Enjoy a night out with family and friends as the Forest Preserve hosts a concert featuring the popular local band Infinity, along with some of the most sought-after food trucks in the Chicagoland area. So grab your favorite lawn chair, claim a spot on th...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Performing Arts	McKinley Woods - Kerry Sheridan Grove 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Ottawa Music in the Park Now - Aug. 31, 2019 , 6:00PM-8:00PM A tuneful tradition more than 15 years in the making continues in 2019 with the Music in the Park concert series, which enlivens July and August Saturday nights and transforms the tranquil Washington Park into a melody-filled amphitheater. The concerts run from 6-8 p.m. Admission is free. Bring your own lawn chair, ...More Info Cost: Free -- bring your own lawn chair Event Type: Performing Arts	Ottawa Visitors Center 1028 LaSalle Street Ottawa, IL 61350 815-434-2737
Historic Trolley August Tours Now - Aug. 31, 2019 , Times Vary June-October Tours: Monday-Friday: 3:00PM-4:30PM Saturday-Sunday: 12:00PM-1:30PM, 1:30PM-3:00PM, 3:00PM-4:30PM Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. Learn about the rich history and legends of Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and th...More Info Cost: $12 adults | $10 seniors (60 & older)) | $8 (10 & under) Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2688 E. 873rd Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 815-220-7386
Old Joliet Prison August Tours Now - Aug. 31, 2019 , Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 11:00AM & 2:00PM | Sunday 1:00PM The Old Joliet Prison is now open to the public! August Dates: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 11:00AM & 2:00PM (except August 24th) Sunday 1:00PM (except August 25th) Haunted Tours every Friday @ 6:00PM Pre-scheduled, guided tours are offered via the Joliet Area Historical Museum for select areas of the Prison "camp...More Info Cost: $15 for Members | $20 for General Public Event Type: Education/History Story Telling	Old Joliet Prison 1125 N. Collins Street Joliet, Il 60432 815-723-5201
Dream Machines Car Show & Cruise Night Aug. 31, 2019 , 12:00PM-3:00PM (car show) | 5:00PM-10:00PM (cruise night) Event includes cars, cruisers and family fun....More Info Event Type: Festivals	Streator City Park Streator , IL
Dream Machines Cruise Night Aug. 31, 2019 , 5:00PM-10:00PM Events include cars, cruisers, food, music and family fun....More Info Event Type: Performing Arts Festivals Dining	Streator City Park N. Park St. Streator, Il 61364 8156722055
Mission: Monarchs Aug. 31, 2019 , 8:00AM-9:30AM Monarchs are amazing, traveling 3,000 miles in their annual migration. Be a part of their journey. The Monarch Watch Tagging Program is a large-scale citizen scientist program that has helped us understand the spectacular dynamics through tag and release. Learn techniques to safely net and tag the monarchs at Isle a la...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th St Romeoville, Il 60446 (815) 886-1467
Music in the Park Aug. 31, 2019 , 6:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Washington Square Park 101 E. Lafayette St. Ottawa, Il 61350 8154342737
Ottawa's Old Town Farmer Market Aug. 31, 2019 , 8:00AM-12:30PM Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables and fruits! Also featured are home baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade soaps and fresh roasted coffee. With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL. Along with high quality merchandise from local crafters and a...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Jackson Street of Washington Square Park (815) 433-0084
Labor Day Celebration Aug. 30, 2019 - Sep. 1, 2019 Friday Aug. 30 through Sunday, Sept. 1, City Park and downtown locations. Cruise Night and Car Show, one of the state's largest car events featuring over 500 cars. Includes annual cruise night and car show, carnival, music, food, parade and family fun....More Info Event Type: Festivals Ongoing Holiday - Spring/Summer	Streator City Park N. Park St. Streator, IL 61364 815-672-2055
Streator's Labor Day Celebration Aug. 30, 2019 - Sep. 1, 2019 Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in Streator at the Streator City Park and numerous Downtown Locations. Events include, Cruise Night and Car Show, one of the state's largest car events featuring over 500 cars. Includes annual cruise night car show, carnival, music, food, parade and family fun....More Info Event Type: Holiday - Spring/Summer	Streator City Park and Downtown Locations
Labor Day Parade Sep. 1, 2019 , 12:00PM Sponsored by the Streator Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Labor recognition event featuring floats, music, state and local businesses and organizations....More Info Event Type: Festivals Holiday - Spring/Summer	Streator City Park E. Main St. Streator, IL 61364 815-672-2055
Living History Demonstrations Sep. 1, 2019 , 12:00PM-3:00PM Experience history up close and personal. On these Sundays you may find cooks, seamstresses, voyageurs, soldiers or craftsmen sharing their talents. Depending on the weather, this program is offered indoors or outside. Indoor facilities are accessible; outdoor activities may take place on uneven terrain. ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th St Romeoville, Il 60446 (815) 886-1467
Streator Labor Day Parade Sep. 1, 2019 , 12:00PM Celebrate Labor Day in Streator with the Labor Day Parade! Starts at noon on September 1st at East Main Street in the City Park. Sponsored by the Streator Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Labor recognition event featuring floats, music, state and local businesses and organizations....More Info Event Type: Holiday - Spring/Summer	Streator City Park
Thresherman's Reunion Aug. 29, 2019 - Sep. 2, 2019 The second oldest steam show in the US! 2019's event will feature Oliver, Massey-Harris, and pre-1935 tractors. The corresponding parade will go through downtown Pontiac September 1....More Info Event Type: Other	Downtown Pontiac
Labor Day BBQ Aug. 31, 2019 - Sep. 2, 2019 , 2:00PM-9:00PM Grizzly Jack's brings all of the backyard favorites at our Labor Day BBQ! Taking place at Bear Island Outdoor Bar & Grill, surround yourself in our gorgeous scenery and enjoy the holiday!...More Info Event Type: Dining	Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort & Waterpark 2643 N. IL Rt. 178 Utica, Il 61373 (866) 399-3866
Labor Day Guided Hike Sep. 2, 2019 , 9:30AM-11:00AM Hikes will take visitors to Starved Rock and French Canyon (3/4 mile round trip) by Park Interpreters...More Info Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center 2668 East 873 Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4726
Lemont Farmers Market Sep. 3, 2019 , 8:00AM-1:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Lemont Lemont, Il
Trivia Night Sep. 3, 2019 , 7:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Alter Brewing Company 2300 Wisconsin Avenue #213 Downers Grove, Il 60515 630-541-9558
"Down on Main" Street Concert - American English Sep. 5, 2019 , 5:00pm - 9:00pm Join us on South Main Street. Admission is FREE. Your favorite local vendors will have food and beverages for sale. Live entertainment starts at 6pm. ...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Performing Arts	Prouty Community Building 435 S Main St. Princeton, IL 61356
BBQ-n-Blues & Rib Cook-off Sep. 6, 2019 , 4:00PM-10:30PM Free admission and free parking! The rib cook-off kicks off at 7:00 am that day and contestants have until 6:00pm to turn-in their masterpieces. Winners will be announced at 8:00 pm. This year's rib cook-off will feature 2 sets of 8 judges. 4:30pm Written Warning 6:30pm Dave Fields 8:30pm Jimmy Nick & Don't T...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Festivals	LaSalle Business Association 600 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-228-9368
Nature Meditation Sep. 6, 2019 , 6:30AM-8:00AM Start your day off with nature meditation. The benefits of being immersed in nature are numerous. This mindfulness program is designed to give a unique experience in nature. Participate in a Solo Sit which will enable you to focus on the present moment. Experience this special opportunity as you spend time with nature...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Race Your Ride Sep. 6, 2019 , 4:00PM - 9:00PM Race Your Ride is your chance to take on the same track that the pros do. Ever want to see what it's like to take a trip down the same quarter mile legends like John Force have conquered? Now's your chance. Race your ride is still a Test & Tune, your opportunity to safely see how fast you can race down the dragstrip...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Route 66 Raceway 500 Speedway Boulevard Joliet, IL 60432 815-722-5500
Jalopy Fest Sep. 6, 2019 - Sep. 7, 2019 , 9:00AM-12:00PM The 10th Annual Jalopy Fest is a traditional type hot rod and custom car show. Featuring a swap meet, pin-up contest, music and of course tons of traditional hot rods and custom cars! Fun for the whole family! ...More Info Cost: $10 Friday & $15 Saturday Event Type: Festivals	Grundy County Speedway 8890 N. Route 47 Morris, Il 60450
A River Thru History - The Des Plaines Valley Rendezvous Sep. 7, 2019 , 10:00AM-4:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Nature	Columbia Woods (Forest Preserve District of Cook County) Intersection of Archer Avenue & Willow Springs Road Willow Springs, Il 60480
Alzheimer Walk Sep. 7, 2019 , 8:00AM - 2:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Jordon Block Park (Main & Rt 23/71N) 111 Lincoln Place Ottawa, IL 61350 815-434-2737
Artisan Market at Hornbaker Gardens Sep. 7, 2019 , 10:00AM-4:00PM Our seventh annual Artisan Market! Join us in our beautiful country setting for a day filled with 30+ fine artists, August Hill wine, delicious home-baked items, Tangled Roots craft beer, live music, local lunch fare, ice cream, fresh-picked local produce, henna tattoo artist, rock balancing artist, take a turn on the...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Festivals	Hornbaker Gardens, Inc. 22937 1140 N. Avenue Princeton, IL 63156 815-659-3282
Bird Hike Sep. 7, 2019 , 9:00AM-10:00AM September is one of the best months of the year to see migrating songbirds! See what birds are coming and going throughout Isle a la Cache preserve. Join this guided bird hike as a naturalist helps you check the tree tops, skies and river for our feathered friends. No previous birding experience is required. Bring bino...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th St Romeoville, Il 60446 (815) 886-1467
Jazz'N the Street Sep. 7, 2019 , 4:00PM-10:30PM Free admission and free parking! Head down to First Street for the 2nd night of this great event! Wine tasting, craft beer, and cocktails in the beer garden, delicious food vendors as well. Fireworks close out this 2-night event at 10:00PM thanks to City of LaSalle, Illinois. Both events are family friendly but pleas...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Festivals	LaSalle Business Association 600 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-223-2288
Market Fresh on Broadway Sep. 7, 2019 , 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Farmer's Market and Craft Fair...More Info Event Type: Dining Ongoing	Campbell Park 580 S. Broadway St. Coal City, IL 60416
Men Who Cook Sep. 7, 2019 , 6:00pm - 9:00pm MEN WHO COOK is a favorite of all ages and provides critical financial support for the Will County Children's Advocacy Center -- providing hope, healing, and justice for abused children. With over 1,100 attendees last year, MEN WHO COOK is widely recognized as the largest and most popular, single-day, fundraiser to sup...More Info Event Type: Dining	Chicagoland Speedway 500 Speedway Blvd Joliet, IL 60433 (815) 722-5500
Midewin by Auto Sep. 7, 2019 , 10:00AM-12:30PM Important and experience some of Midewin's best examples of restored prairie. Learn how Midewin will change and what that will mean for wildlife and recreation. Visit one of the remaining ammunition bunkers for a glimpse into the past. A few stops at points of interest are made; you can stay in your vehicle if you choo...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History Nature	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, Il 60481 815-423-6370
Ottawa's Old Town Farmer Market Sep. 7, 2019 , 8:00AM-12:30PM Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables and fruits! Also featured are home baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade soaps and fresh roasted coffee. With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL. Along with high quality merchandise from local crafters and a...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Jackson Street of Washington Square Park (815) 433-0084
Prairie Farmstead Tour Sep. 7, 2019 , 9:30Am-11:00AM "Preferable by far to the timberlands." - Quote from Henry J. Able, 1838. Although we often focus on the transformation of the old Arsenal to restored tallgrass prairie, it was actually during the Agricultural Era of Midewin, from 1830 to 1940, when most of the prairie disappeared under the sizzle of the self-scouring ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History Nature	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, Il 60481 815-423-6370
Water Lantern Festival Joliet Sep. 7, 2019 , 4:00PM-9:00PM Joliet Water Lantern Festival is coming up on September 7, 2019! Voted #1 Best Cultural Festival by USA TODAY! Water Lantern Festival is a floating lantern event that is all about connections. Magical nights in cities across the U.S. include food, games, activities, vendors, music and the beauty of thousands of l...More Info Cost: 1-40 Event Type: Festivals	New Lennox Village Commons 1 Veterans Pkwy New Lenox, Il 60451
Joliet Greek Fest Sep. 6, 2019 - Sep. 8, 2019 , Friday & Saturday 4:00PM-11:00PM | Sunday 12:00PM-8:00PM Enjoy the Joliet Greek Fest at St. George Serbian Hall & Grounds. Greek Music, Greek Food and a Great Time! Friday night band is Maggie Speaks OPA!...More Info Cost: $5 cover Friday | $2 cover Saturday & Sundy Event Type: Festivals	St. George Serbian Hall & Grounds 300 Stryker Ave Joliet, Il
A River Thru History - The Des Plaines Valley Rendezvous Sep. 8, 2019 , 10:00AM-4:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Nature	Columbia Woods (Forest Preserve District of Cook County) Intersection of Archer Avenue & Willow Springs Road Willow Springs, Il 60480
Brewery Tour Sep. 8, 2019 , 2:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Metal Monkey Brewing 515 Anderson Dr. #900 Romeoville, Il 60446 630-862-9595
Dare to Be 2019 Tour for Women Sep. 8, 2019 , 6:00PM Dare To Be is an annual one-night event designed for women of ALL ages. The brand-new theme for 2019 is "Speak To The Storm" and Natalie Grant and Charlotte Gambill prayerfully sculpt the night around worship, music, and two full Bible teaching sessions....More Info Cost: Varies Event Type: Performing Arts	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, Il 60432 815-726-7171
Mary Uthoff Memorial Walkway Mosaic Art Dedication Sep. 8, 2019 , 12:00pm - 3:00pm Fun for all ages from 12-3PM with a photo opportunity, hands-on art, face painting, and a living statue. A brief program at 1PM will include remarks from mosaic artist, Susan Burton. The Arts Commission is grateful for the community's support. We hope you can join us to celebrate public art in Princeton! ...More Info Event Type: Arts/Crafts	523 S. Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-2631
Monarch Mania Program Sep. 8, 2019 , 1:30PM Every fall thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate south to Central Mexico! Come out and learn all about these fascinating creatures and get the chance to see the process of tagging and releasing Monarchs for research. By Doug Taron of the Illinois Butterfly Monitoring Network and Illinois Nature Museum in Chicago....More Info Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock State Park 2678 N. State Rte 178 Utica, IL 61373 1-815-667-5351
Ottawa Rescue Case Sep. 8, 2019 , 1:30PM Hear the Heinz Suppan tell the tale of Jim Gray and our local abolitionist hero John Hossack, who went to jail under the Fugitive Slave Act for helping save a man from slave catchers. ...More Info Event Type: Education/History	Heritage Center Museum 208 N. Clark Street North Utica, Il 61373 815-667-4861
Vintage Faire Sep. 8, 2019 , 11:00am - 5:00pm The Vintage Faire is back! Come visit your favorite retail stores with the charming, amazing and always unique Vintage Faire finds. Shabby chic, farmhouse fresh, rockin retro, awesome antiques, sassy salvage, new, used, junk, handmade, recreated, refabuloused, barnwood, garden decor, gifts, soaps, lotions, farm to tab...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Arts/Crafts	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
Altered Connections Sep. 9, 2019 , 5:30PM-7:30PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Alter Brewing Company 2300 Wisconsin Avenue #213 Downers Grove, Il 60515 630-541-9558
Lemont Farmers Market Sep. 10, 2019 , 8:00AM-1:00PM Lemont Farmers Market - - - "Tuesdays on Talcott" will run every Tuesday, starting the second Tuesday in June - June 11 through October 29, 2019, 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Talcott municipal lot, corner of Stephen Street & Talcott Street. ...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Talcott municipal lot, corner of Stephen Street & Talcott Street Lemont, Il
Trivia Night Sep. 10, 2019 , 7:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Alter Brewing Company 2300 Wisconsin Avenue #213 Downers Grove, Il 60515 630-541-9558
2019 Totally Kenny & Friends Tribute Show Sep. 9, 2019 - Sep. 11, 2019 , 11:30PM-2:45PM September 9, 10 & 11 Matinee Shows 11:30am Check-in Begins Dave Karl has been entertaining audiences for years! He looks like Kenny, sounds like Kenny and his natural speaking voice is Kenny! He even appeared as Kenny Rogers in the motion picture "Queens of Country" released in 2011. If you are a Kenny Rogers fan, th...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, Il 61348 815-667-4211
Little Explorers Sep. 11, 2019 , 10:00AM-11:30AM Children and their parent or guardian are invited to come out and play! A new nature theme is chosen every month with hands-on activities that may include a story, games, dancing, art, a hike, other outdoor activities and more! A variety of group and free play activities will be available. We encourage experiencing all...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W. Walnut Lane Romeoville, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Sound Meditation in the Salt Cave Sep. 11, 2019 , 5:30PM - 6:30PM Join us for a relaxing meditative journey as you experience the sounds and vibrations of Tibetan Singing Bowls, Wind Chimes, Tuning Forks, & Drum. This event is limited to the first 10 people who register by following the payment link here, or calling us! Cost: $35 Facilitator: Pam Booras, Certified Traditional Natur...More Info Cost: $35 Event Type: Sports/Recreation	SaltTreeYoga and Wellness Center 310 1/2 W. Main Street Ottawa, IL 61350
Midwest Waterways Short Film Festival Sep. 12, 2019 , 6:00PM-10:00PM Doors open at 6pm. Food and drink available for purchase. Bar will be open for adult beverages. Movies begin at 6:30PM...More Info Event Type: Festivals Story Telling	Roxy Theater 1017 S State St Lockport, Il 60441
Spider Hike Sep. 12, 2019 , 7:00PM- 8:30PM These eight-legged crawling critters scare many, but in reality we should all be thankful they are a part of our ecosystem! In this fun, family program, you will learn about many of our local species, their benefit to the environment, and some of their amazing adaptations. We will also go outside and search for these m...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Trivia Night Sep. 12, 2019 , 7:00PM-10:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Black Horizon Brewing Company 7560 South Quincy Street Willowbrook, Il 60527 630-413-4964
Wild Edibles Sep. 12, 2019 , 6:30PM-7:30PM You're stranded in the wilderness. You've consumed the last bits of your granola bar and you're famished. What do you eat? Discover the bounty the land has to offer on a walk along Isle a la Cache's trails. Try tasty flower petals, snack on crushed crawlies, and more! Indoor facilities are accessible; outdoor activitie...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E 135th St Romeoville, Il 60446 (815) 886-1467
Birdies, Bogeys, & Brews Golf Outing Sep. 13, 2019 Lunch and prizes at River Hawk Brewing following the golf outing! ...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Heritage Bluffs Golf Course 24355 West Bluff Road Channahon, IL (815) 942-0113
Chicago Blues Angels Concert Sep. 13, 2019 , 7:30pm Chicago Blues Angels bring awesome Blues, Rock 'N' Roll, & Soul Music to the Rooftop Sept. 13th! Doors open at 6:45pm. Show begins at 7:30pm with a Beverage Bar and Access to Museum Galleries. ...More Info Cost: $10 General Public | $8 Museum Members & Students Event Type: Performing Arts	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 Ottawa St. Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
Lockport Women's Club Spooky Night Out Sep. 13, 2019 , 6:00PM-10:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	HellsGate Haunted House 3101 Canal St. Lockport, Il 60441 605-301-4283
3 French Hens French Country Market Sep. 14, 2019 , 8:00AM-2:00PM Antiques, artisans, hand crafted items, fresh produce, baked goods, flowers and more!...More Info Event Type: Shopping	Canal Port Morris, IL 60450 815-941-0245
Bring Your Own Boat: Kayak Skills and Safety (Advanced) Sep. 14, 2019 , 10:00AM-12:00PM This workshop, led by U.S. Canoe Association/American Canoe Association certified instructors, covers basic kayak safety on slow moving water. Safety topics and equipment will be covered on shore and then participants will head out on the water to practice some new safety skills. Topics will include rope basics, wet ex...More Info Cost: $40/person Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Rivals Lookout Park 35149 S. Rivals Road Wilmington, Il 60481 (815) 722-9470
Bring Your Own Boat: Kayak Skills and Safety (Advanced) Sep. 14, 2019 , 1:00PM-3:00PM This workshop, led by U.S. Canoe Association/American Canoe Association certified instructors, covers basic kayak safety on slow moving water. Safety topics and equipment will be covered on shore and then participants will head out on the water to practice some new safety skills. Topics will include rope basics, wet ex...More Info Cost: $40/person Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Rivals Lookout Park 35149 S. Rivals Road Wilmington, Il 60481 (815) 722-9470
Marseilles Renaissance Faire Sep. 14, 2019 , 10:00AM-6:00PM Take a step back in time, with entertainments, singers, falcons and Vikings. Cap. Rapier Wit, or Cherlene, Mother of all Dragons & training and others....More Info Event Type: Festivals	Guthrie Park Ball Fields Commerical Street Marseilles, IL
Morris Cruise Night Sep. 14, 2019 , 6:00PM-9:00PM For more information, visit http://morriscruisenight.com...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Morris, Il 60450 815-941-0245
Oktober Fest Sep. 14, 2019 , 2:00PM Celebrate Oktober Fest with outdoor activies for families, fall brews and seasonal foods!...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Festivals	Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W. Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60432 630-932-1555
Ottawa's Old Town Farmer Market Sep. 14, 2019 , 8:00AM-12:30PM Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables and fruits! Also featured are home baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade soaps and fresh roasted coffee. With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL. Along with high quality merchandise from local crafters and a...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Jackson Street of Washington Square Park (815) 433-0084
Sports Bash: A Celebration of Champions Sep. 14, 2019 For more information, please visit http://jolietmuseum.org...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
Super Chevy Show Sep. 14, 2019 - Sep. 15, 2019 , 9:00AM-6:00PM ollowing an outpour of enthusiasm displayed by Chevrolet fans in the Chicagoland area, the major automotive publisher The Super Chevy Show will bring the event to a new level at as it crosses the street from Chicagoland Speedway's Champion's Park to Route 66 Raceway's drag strip on Saturday and Sunday, September 14-15....More Info Cost: $25 Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Route 66 Raceway 500 Speedway Boulevard Joliet, Il 60433 815-722-RACE (7223)
Musica Viva: International Faculty Artist Concert featuring pianist Yukiko Fujimura Sep. 15, 2019 , 3:00PM ...More Info Cost: $2 students | $4 Seniors, Faculty Staff | $5 General Public Event Type: Performing Arts	Joliet Junior College Fine Arts Theatre 1215 Houbolt Road Joliet, Il 60431 815-280-2223
2019 Tribute to Frank Sinatra Tribute Show Sep. 16, 2019 , 11:30AM-2:45PM Peter Oprisko will delight you with this tribute to the Chairman of the Board! A fresh and unique, ultra-modern salute to Ol'Blue Eyes! This exciting and memorable celebration showcases Sinatra like never before. Enjoy such hits as: New York New York, The Way You Look Tonight, My Way, and many more. Matinee Performanc...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Opening Day Sep. 16, 2019 , 10:00AM ...More Info Event Type: Nature	Dollinger Family Farm 7502 E. Hansel Road Channahon, Il 60410 815-467-6766
2019 Tribute to Frank Sinatra Tribute Show Sep. 17, 2019 , 11:30AM-2:45PM Peter Oprisko will delight you with this tribute to the Chairman of the Board! A fresh and unique, ultra-modern salute to Ol'Blue Eyes! This exciting and memorable celebration showcases Sinatra like never before. Enjoy such hits as: New York New York, The Way You Look Tonight, My Way, and many more. Matinee Performanc...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Lemont Farmers Market Sep. 17, 2019 , 8:00AM-1:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Lemont Lemont, Il
Trivia Night Sep. 17, 2019 , 7:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Alter Brewing Company 2300 Wisconsin Avenue #213 Downers Grove, Il 60515 630-541-9558
We Will Rock You Sep. 17, 2019 , 7:30PM WE WILL ROCK YOU reflects the scale and spectacle that marked Queen's live performances and earned the band its pinnacle position in rock history. With Queen's Brian May and Roger Taylor as music supervisors and "a band without parallel in the theatre" behind the cast, the audience can expect WE WILL ROCK YOU to rock a...More Info Cost: Varies Event Type: Performing Arts	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, Il 60432 815-726-7171
Autumnal Equinox Campfire Sep. 18, 2019 , 7:30PM-9:00PM Celebrate the coming of fall with other adults in a beautiful forest preserve. Activities may include a campfire, songs, stories, poetry and a night hike. Enjoy the magic of nighttime at this after-hours, adults- only experience. This event will take place rain or shine. The hike will be 1-2 miles on paved trails. Mee...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Reels at the Rialto - "Walk the Line" Sep. 19, 2019 , 7:00 PM Tickets available day-of or in advance at the Rialto Square Theatre Box Office. No online ticket sales. September 19th - "Walk the Line" The rise of country music legend Johnny Cash (Joaquin Phoenix) begins with his days as a boy growing up on the family farm, where he struggles under the scorn of his father (Rober...More Info Cost: $5 Event Type: Performing Arts	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, IL 60432 815-726-7171
Dwight Harvest Days Sep. 19, 2019 - Sep. 20, 2019 Dwight's premiere annual event is a great time for the whole family. Enjoy crafts, flea markets, pie baking and pie eating contests, escape rooms, hypnosis/magician, Karaoke contest, photo booth, Live Country Music, Live Dixieland Band, All Star Jam Band, Hairbanger's Ball, car show, tractor show and hours of fun at A...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts Festivals Dining	Downtown Dwight Dwight, IL 60420
Race Your Ride Sep. 20, 2019 , 4:00PM - 9:00PM Race Your Ride is your chance to take on the same track that the pros do. Ever want to see what it's like to take a trip down the same quarter mile legends like John Force have conquered? Now's your chance. Race your ride is still a Test & Tune, your opportunity to safely see how fast you can race down the dragstrip...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Route 66 Raceway 500 Speedway Boulevard Joliet, IL 60432 815-722-5500
Ottawa Restaurant Week Sep. 15, 2019 - Sep. 21, 2019 , Varies Indulge as we celebrate local, September 15 - 21st, with Farmers and Restauranteurs alike! Each location is offering special dishes made with local produce, meat, dairy, and honey. Try a dish or two at multiple locations throughout Ottawa, and expand your flavor profile. ...More Info Event Type: Dining	Varies
22nd Annual Prairie Day Sep. 21, 2019 , 10:00AM-3:00PM The Annual Prairie Day celebrates the prairie environment at the Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area. Offerings usually include animal presentation, plant celebration with wagon rides on the prairie, and children activities. All other park amenities ae open: Butterfly barn, picnic areas, play yards, Trails and the Cr...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Festivals	Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area 5010 N Jugtown Road Morris, IL 60450 815-942-2899
Bike-a-Rita Sep. 21, 2019 , 10:30AM ...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Heritage Harbor Ottawa 2 Great Loop West Ottawa, Il 61350 815-433-5000
Dwight Harvest Days Sep. 21, 2019 Dwight's premiere annual event is a great time for the whole family. Enjoy crafts, flea markets, pie baking and pie eating contests, escape rooms, hypnosis/magician, Karaoke contest, photo booth, Live Country Music, Live Dixieland Band, All Star Jam Band, Hairbanger's Ball, car show, tractor show and hours of fun at A...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts Festivals Dining	Downtown Dwight Dwight, IL 60420
Galaxy Comic Book & Fantasy Art Expo Sep. 21, 2019 , 9:00AM-5:00PM Galaxy Comic Book & Fantasy Art Expo is a quality expo in the realm of todays comic book conventions. With comic book artists and others who work Disney, DC, Marvel, Darkhorse comics and more . Authors of sci-fi, fantasy, horror , drama along with other works. Dealers and vendors with vintage and current items in today...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
Geology of Midewin Sep. 21, 2019 , 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 15,000 years ago, a one-mile thick glacial ice sheet moved over Illinois leaving its mark on Midewin. Environments in prehistoric times included tropical swamplands and subtropical oceans. View the rocks, hills and plains of Midewin that still bear evidence of these vastly different environments. This car caravan tour ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History Nature	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, Il 60481 815-423-6370
iFest 2019 Sep. 21, 2019 , 12:00pm This event will be a multicultural event featuring various countries from around the world. iFest will be hosted at The Promenade Bolingbrook where visitors will be able to enjoy a spectacular outdoor venue with FREE Parking & Admission. Culture, music, and dance from countries around the world are the focus of iFest w...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Festivals	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
Market Fresh on Broadway Sep. 21, 2019 , 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Farmer's Market and Craft Fair...More Info Event Type: Dining Ongoing	Campbell Park 580 S. Broadway St. Coal City, IL 60416
Marseilles Fall Rummage Sales Sep. 21, 2019 , 8:00AM-3:00PM Fall rummage sales, thought town. $5.00 to get on the map, before sales. Maps available day of sales...More Info Cost: free, except for your purchase Event Type: Shopping	Illinois River Area Chamber of Commerce 135 Washington Street Marseilles, IL 61341 815-795-2414
Oktoberfest Sep. 21, 2019 , 12pm - 11pm September 21st is the official start of Oktoberfest, come celebrate with Metal Monkey Brewing. We will have copious amount of our Oktoberfest beer flowing! Gnarly Knots food truck will be from 5-8pm. $10 pre-order will get you a Metal Monkey branded stein & your first fill for the day, limited to the first 100. Fun and...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter Ale Trail	Metal Monkey Brewing 515 Anderson Drive, Suite 900 Romeoville, IL 60446 (815) 524-3139
Oktoberfest Sep. 21, 2019 , 1:00PM-10:00PM Oktoberfest will be held in downtown Ottawa, IL on Saturday, September 21st for participants 21 and over. There will be live German music, German food, German beer and wine. The location for this event will be on Jackson St. This is a rain or shine event....More Info Event Type: Festivals	Washington Square Park Jackson Street Ottawa, IL 61350 815-434-2737
Ottawa's Old Town Farmer Market Sep. 21, 2019 , 8:00AM-12:30PM Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables and fruits! Also featured are home baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade soaps and fresh roasted coffee. With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL. Along with high quality merchandise from local crafters and a...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Jackson Street of Washington Square Park (815) 433-0084
Team Demolition Derby Round 5 Racin For Boobs Sep. 21, 2019 , 4:00PM-10:00PM Team Demolition Derby, Racin for Boobs! Bald for Boobs $20 donation, Balloon Release, Ladies Demo, Circle Track Cars & Trucks! ...More Info Cost: $18 Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Route 66 Raceway 500 Speedway Boulevard Joliet, Il 60433 815-722-RACE (7223)
Woodland and River Hike Sep. 21, 2019 , 8:00AM-10:00AM The best way to learn about birds is to see and hear them! Learn from a naturalist and other like-minded birders as you take a bird hike through oak-hickory forest near the Des Plaines River. The program begins with a short presentation about one particular bird or bird topic. Meet at Frederick's Grove Shelter, and ple...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	McKinley Woods - Frederick's Grove 27110 S McKinley Woods Road Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Live Hawk Show Sep. 7, 2019 - Sep. 22, 2019 Have an up close and personal visit with 3 very special hawks and their handler Rich Escutia. Rich will cover the biology and hunting instincts of each of his two Harris Hawks and his Red Tailed Hawk at his live hawk show located by the Eagles Roost Cabin behind the Visitor Center. By falconer Rich Escutia....More Info Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center 2678 N. State Rte 178 Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4726
GTOAA Regional All Pontiac Cruise and Show Sep. 21, 2019 - Sep. 22, 2019 We're excited to welcome back the GTOAA for their annual car show! More information will be available at a later date for when exactly to see these gorgeous cars on display around the square....More Info Event Type: Other	Downtown Pontiac
Midwest SOARRING Foundation 25th Annual Harvest Pow Wow Sep. 21, 2019 - Sep. 22, 2019 , 11:00AM-5:00PM Join us for the 25th Annual Midwest SOARRING Foundation Harvest Pow Wow. Bring your friends and family. All are welcome at our family fun event. Our traditional Powwow is a time to celebrate life, renew friendships, and share our Native American culture through dance, drumming, art, and story telling. ...More Info Cost: Adults $12 | Seniors 62+ $9 | Children 3-12 $7 |Kids under 3 free. Event Type: Festivals	Naperville Settlement Naperville, Il 708-257-4300
Royal Princess Party Sep. 21, 2019 - Sep. 22, 2019 , 1:00PM-3:00PM Come in your princess finery for an afternoon of games, treats, goodie bags and fun! Girls 5-9 years old. Preregistration required....More Info Cost: yes Event Type: Other	William Reddick Mansion 100 W. Lafayette Street Ottawa, Il 61350 815-433-6100
Vintage Illinois Wine Fest Sep. 21, 2019 - Sep. 22, 2019 , Saturday 11:00AM-6:00PM, Sunday 12:00PM-5:00PM The state's largest Illinois wine festival is held at the picturesque Matthiessen State Park. The festival began in 2003, and each year more than 25 Illinois wineries pour the fruits of their labors at Vintage Illinois....More Info Event Type: Festivals Wine Tasting	Matthiessen State Park 2500 Illinois Route 178 Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4111
Dwight Harvest Days Sep. 22, 2019 Dwight's premiere annual event is a great time for the whole family. Enjoy crafts, flea markets, pie baking and pie eating contests, escape rooms, hypnosis/magician, Karaoke contest, photo booth, Live Country Music, Live Dixieland Band, All Star Jam Band, Hairbanger's Ball, car show, tractor show and hours of fun at A...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts Festivals Dining	Downtown Dwight Dwight, IL 60420
iFest 2019 Sep. 22, 2019 , 12:00pm This event will be a multicultural event featuring various countries from around the world. iFest will be hosted at The Promenade Bolingbrook where visitors will be able to enjoy a spectacular outdoor venue with FREE Parking & Admission. Culture, music, and dance from countries around the world are the focus of iFest w...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Festivals	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Sep. 22, 2019 , 7:30PM With a refreshed lineup and newfound energy, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band remains one of the most accomplished bands in American roots music. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band played their first gig in 1966 in Southern California as a jug band and by 1969 had become a cornerstone of the burgeoning country-rock community. ...More Info Cost: Varies Event Type: Performing Arts	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, Il 60432 815-726-7171
Lemont Farmers Market Sep. 24, 2019 , 8:00AM-1:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Lemont Lemont, Il
Trivia Night Sep. 24, 2019 , 7:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Alter Brewing Company 2300 Wisconsin Avenue #213 Downers Grove, Il 60515 630-541-9558
Joliet Junior College Student Recital Sep. 25, 2019 , 12:00PM ...More Info Cost: $2 students | $4 Seniors, Faculty Staff | $5 General Public Event Type: Performing Arts	Joliet Junior College Fine Arts Theatre 1215 Houbolt Road Joliet, Il 60431 815-280-2223
Take the Stage: Open Mic Night Now - Sep. 26, 2019 , 7:00PM-11:00PM Tangled Roots Brewing Company wants you to "TAKE THE STAGE" Register now: http://thelonebuffalo.com/take-the-stage Hosted by Sean Walsh! Musician? Poet? Comedian? Got a talent? We want to hear it! Every last Thursday of the month!...More Info Event Type: Performing Arts	Tangled Roots Brewing Company 808 LaSalle Street Ottawa, Il 61350 815-324-9549
Farmers Market Now - Sep. 26, 2019 , 3:00 PM Thursdays July 11-September 26. Check out our Oglesby, IL Facebook page for more details....More Info Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Oglesby
8th Annual Autumn Craft Beer Tasting Sep. 26, 2019 , 6:30PM - 9:00PM Learn more about different seasonal beer styles from award winning home brewer Scott Pointon. Food is included. Proceeds to benefit the Lemont community. ...More Info Cost: $30 Event Type: Ale Trail	Gelsosomo's Pizzeria & Pub 206 Main Street Lemont, IL 60439 815-370-4942
Trivia Night Sep. 26, 2019 , 7:00PM-10:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Black Horizon Brewing Company 7560 South Quincy Street Willowbrook, Il 60527 630-413-4964
Land & Water Cruise Now - Sep. 27, 2019 , 11:00AM Offered Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays June-September! Tour begins with lunch in the historic dining room at the Lodge, followed by a narrated trolley tour with history and legends of the area. The trolley will then take you to the new river boat, "The Eagle I" where you will see the east end of the Starved Rock State ...More Info Cost: $41 per person Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2688 E. 873rd Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 815-220-7386
Old Joliet Prison Haunted Tours Sep. 6, 2019 - Sep. 27, 2019 , 6:00PM Haunted Prison Tours every Friday in September at 6:00PM! Also September 23-30 EVERYDAY @ 6:00PM September 27-28 @ 8:00PM Visit https://www.jolietmuseum.org for more information and to sign up!...More Info Event Type: Education/History Story Telling	Old Joliet Prison 1125 N. Collins Street Joliet, Il 60432 815-723-5201
Fall Craft & Vendor Show Sep. 27, 2019 Come out and join for our Fall Craft & Vendor show! There will be a variety of Crafters, Vendors, Artisans, and food available! ...More Info Event Type: Arts/Crafts	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
Grundy Bank's Brown Bag Friday Sep. 27, 2019 , 11:30AM - 1:30PM Grundy Bank's Brown Bag Friday at the Courthouse - Corn Festival Friday!...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Grundy County Courthouse 111 E. Washington St. Morris, Il 60450 815-941-0245
Men are from Mars - Women are from Venus Live! Sep. 27, 2019 , 8:00PM The Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE!, is a one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray....More Info Cost: Varies Event Type: Performing Arts	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, Il 60432 815-726-7171
"Down on Main" Street Concert - Bourbon Aristocracy Sep. 28, 2019 , 5:00pm - 9:00pm Join us on South Main Street. Admission is FREE. Your favorite local vendors will have food and beverages for sale. Live entertainment starts at 6pm. ...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Performing Arts	Prouty Community Building 435 S Main St. Princeton, IL 61356
32nd Annual Scarecrow Festival Sep. 28, 2019 , 10:00AM-4:00PM Recognized as Illinois biggest "Toddler Friendly" festival, the Ottawa Annual Scarecrow Fest has something to offer every member of the family! From face painting to GIANT BOUNCY HOUSES, this day long fest is designed to go easy on the family wallet too. Enjoy Ottawa's largest vendor fair with booths lining the stree...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Ottawa 1028 LaSalle Street Ottawa, Il 61350 815-434-2737
Alter Fest Sep. 28, 2019 , 5:00PM-10:00PM Alter Fest is returning on Saturday, September 28th! This annual festival is a celebration of all of our fans and another great year in the books! We're on our way to 4 years old and couldn't have done it without all of the amazing people that have supported our craft. Here are all of the juicy details: VIP Tick...More Info Cost: $25 Early Bird, $40 VIP Event Type: Festivals	Alter Brewing Company 2300 Wisconsin Avenue #213 Downers Grove, Il 60515 630-541-9558
Brewery Tour Sep. 28, 2019 , 2:00PM ...More Info Event Type: Ale Trail	Metal Monkey Brewing 515 Anderson Dr. #900 Romeoville, Il 60446 630-862-9595
Dayton Bluffs Preserve Trail 5k/10k Run Walk Sep. 28, 2019 , 9:00AM Come run or walk at the 2nd Annual Dayton Bluffs Preserve Trail 5k/10k Run /Walk. This beautiful property is one to be enjoyed by all. This will be a timed Race! The 253-acre property is owned by The Conservation Foundation and has been designated as a Land & Water Reserve with the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation Nature	Dayton Bluffs Preserve 2997 IL-71 Ottawa, IL 61350 815-434-2737
Fall Color Paddle (Intermediate) Sep. 28, 2019 , 10:00AM-12:00PM Paddle the DuPage and Des Plaines river confluence to enjoy a fall color display and a chance to see a few migratory birds. This program is led by certified kayak instructors and interpretive naturalists. Basic kayaking experience is required. All equipment is included in this program. The natural surface launch area i...More Info Cost: $20/person Event Type: Sports/Recreation	McKinley Woods - Kerry Sheridan Grove 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Fall Color Paddle (Intermediate) Sep. 28, 2019 , 1:00PM-3:00PM Paddle the DuPage and Des Plaines river confluence to enjoy a fall color display and a chance to see a few migratory birds. This program is led by certified kayak instructors and interpretive naturalists. Basic kayaking experience is required. All equipment is included in this program. The natural surface launch area i...More Info Cost: $20/person Event Type: Sports/Recreation	McKinley Woods - Kerry Sheridan Grove 25055 W. Walnut Lane Channahon, Il 60410 (815) 722-9470
Fall Craft & Vendor Show Sep. 28, 2019 Come out and join for our Fall Craft & Vendor show! There will be a variety of Crafters, Vendors, Artisans, and food available! ...More Info Event Type: Festivals	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
Ottawa's Old Town Farmer Market Sep. 28, 2019 , 8:00AM-12:30PM Come to Ottawa's Old Town Farmers Market to purchase freshly picked, home-grown vegetables and fruits! Also featured are home baked goods, jams and jellies, dog treats, handmade soaps and fresh roasted coffee. With a motto of we BAKE it, we GROW it, we SELL. Along with high quality merchandise from local crafters and a...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Jackson Street of Washington Square Park (815) 433-0084
71st Annual Grundy County Corn Festival Sep. 25, 2019 - Sep. 29, 2019 For more information visit www.cornfestival.org ...More Info Event Type: Festivals Ongoing	Downtown Morris Morris, Il 60450 815-941-0245
The Wolves Sep. 27, 2019 - Sep. 29, 2019 , Various Times An indoor high school girls soccer team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. A Portrait of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls; facing the world with the utmost fortitude, they set an example of sisterhood. Amid the r...More Info Cost: Various Event Type: Performing Arts	Philip Lynch Theatre One University Parkway Romeoville, Il 60446-2200 815-836-5500
20th Annual Pumpkin Harvest Craft Show Sep. 28, 2019 - Sep. 29, 2019 , Saturday 9:00AM-6:00PM | Sunday 9:00AM-5:00PM Every year at Boggio's Orchard & Produce, we host a craft show for local crafters to show off their new crafts. This event is always held on the last weekend of September, and goes on from 9:00am-6:00pm Saturday and Sunday from 9:00am-5:00pm. With over 200 crafters, the craft show is a great place to find those fall de...More Info Cost: $5.00 admission | 2 and under free Event Type: Arts/Crafts	Boggio's Orchard and Produce 12087 IL Highway 71 Granville, Il 61326 815-339-2245
Adult Painting Party with Lori McCarter Sep. 29, 2019 Enjoy an afternoon of fun, creativity, and art. Your completed art work will go home with you that afternoon! ...More Info Cost: yes Event Type: Arts/Crafts	William Reddick Mansion 100 W. Lafayette Street Ottawa, Il 61350 815-433-6100
Fall Craft & Vendor Show Sep. 29, 2019 Come out and join for our Fall Craft & Vendor show! There will be a variety of Crafters, Vendors, Artisans, and food available! ...More Info Event Type: Festivals	The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E. Boughton Rd. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (630) 296-8350
Awesome Ottawa Bike Tours Now - Sep. 30, 2019 , TBD Biking March-September 7 Mile Bike/2 Hours Easy Trail/Road Biking Broad History of Ottawa Lincoln/Radium Girls 13 & Over (use your discretion) Our Bikes or Yours ...More Info Cost: $30 Event Type: Nature	Ottawa Visitors Center 1028 LaSalle Street Ottawa, IL 61350 815-434-2737
Historic Trolley September Tours Sep. 1, 2019 - Sep. 30, 2019 , Times Vary June-October Tours: Monday-Friday: 3:00PM-4:30PM Saturday-Sunday: 12:00PM-1:30PM, 1:30PM-3:00PM, 3:00PM-4:30PM Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. Learn about the rich history and legends of Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and th...More Info Cost: $12 adults | $10 seniors (60 & older)) | $8 (10 & under) Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2688 E. 873rd Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 815-220-7386
OId Joliet Prison September Tours Sep. 1, 2019 - Sep. 30, 2019 , Thursday & Saturday 11:00AM & 2:00PM The Old Joliet Prison is now open to the public! September Dates: Thursday, Saturday 11:00AM & 2:00PM Sunday 1:00PM Haunted Tours every Friday @ 6:00PM September 23-30 Haunted Tours everyday @ 6:00PM September 27th & 28th @ 8:00PM Pre-scheduled, guided tours are offered via the Joliet Area Historical Museum for...More Info Cost: $15-$20 Event Type: Education/History Story Telling	Old Joliet Prison 1125 N. Collins Street Joliet, Il 60432 815-723-5201
Historic Trolley October Tours Oct. 1, 2019 - Oct. 31, 2019 , Times Vary June-October Tours: Monday-Friday: 3:00PM-4:30PM Saturday-Sunday: 12:00PM-1:30PM, 1:30PM-3:00PM, 3:00PM-4:30PM Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall of the Lodge. Learn about the rich history and legends of Starved Rock State Park and Lodge. Travel to the Lock and Dam, through historic downtown Utica and th...More Info Cost: $12 adults | $10 seniors (60 & older)) | $8 (10 & under) Event Type: Nature	Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center 2688 E. 873rd Rd. Oglesby, Il 61348 815-220-7386
Woods Walk Sep. 1, 2019 - Nov. 30, 2019 , 8:00AM-8:00PM Get out and get moving! It's the return of "Woods Walk"! Experience 10 of Will County's top-rated trails during their fall splendor. Trail lengths range from 1.5 to 4 miles, and each trail offers its own unique experience. Bring your binoculars, field guides and a camera. Trails provide great photo opportunities. You c...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Sports/Recreation Nature	Various Parks (815) 727-8700

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