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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7th International Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Conference Oct. 22, 2018 - Oct. 23, 2018 , 9:00 AM-6:00 PM Title: 7th International Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Conference Date: October 22-23, 2018 Venue: Rome, Italy Theme: Delving into the advances in COPD research CME Accredited COPD Conference 2018 invites all the participants through the globe to join CME Accredited 7th International Chronic Obstructive P...More Info Cost: $499 Event Type: Education/History	Rome 47 Churchfield Road, London, W3 6AY United Kingdom, London London, PA W3 6AY 8000148923
Local WWII Soldiers' Letters to the Editor Oct. 23, 2018 , 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The Grundy County Historical Society is delighted to have, Gardner residents Ida Schopp, Linda Tyler and Pat Malinowski, presenting "Local WWII Soldiers' Letters to the Editor." The letters were written to Bert Parkinson at the Gardner Chronicle, by young servicemen 18-20 years old, and are an amazing read. Ida Schopp...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History	Coal City Library 85 N. Garfield St. Coal City, IL 60450 815-942-4880
"Trail of Scarecrows" Competition Now - Oct. 24, 2018 Theme: Heroes and Villains VOTE For Your Favorite Scarecrow from October 1 to 24. Register at www.lemontjuniorwomensclub.org/scarecrow-trail-2018 from August 1 to September 12. Drop off participating scarecrows to the Township September 29 between 10am and Noon. Everyone is invited to participate in voting from Oct...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Lemont Township 418 Main Street Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550
Halloween Party at Haunted Trails Joliet Oct. 26, 2018 , Party starts at 7pm Join us for a "spirited" good time! Haunted Trails' Spooky Costume Parade includes "Trick or Treat" stations, Raffle, Balloon Drop, Pizza & Pop, Karaoke Stage Games, $10 in Game Play & UNLIMITED Bone Shaker, Monster Hop & Tornado rides for only $11.95/person. Seating is limited. Call 815-722-7800 to reserve....More Info Cost: $11.95/guest (plus tax) for Halloween Party admission Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Haunted Trails Entertainment Park & Picnic Groves 1423 N. Broadway Street, (Rt. 53) Joliet, IL 60435 815-722-7800
Hocus Pocus at the Lemont Historical Society Museum Oct. 26, 2018 , 7:00pm Come see the Old Stone Church magically transform into Salem and watch the Halloween cult classic "Hocus Pocus". The 1993 Disney hit is fun for all ages! Enjoy Hocus Pocus themed treats and even an appearance by everyone's favorite worst witch- Winifred Sanderson! Admittance is $5 for adults and $2 for children. "Let U...More Info Event Type: Education/History	Lemont Historical Society Museum 306 Lemont Street Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550
Lemont Park District Movie in the Park - Monsters University Oct. 26, 2018 , 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a frightful evening outside watching "Monsters University" on the big screen! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and friends for this ghoulishly fun evening! For more information call (630) 257-6787 or visit www.lemontparkdistrict.org....More Info Event Type: Other	Centennial Park Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550
The Brother Brothers Oct. 26, 2018 , 7:30 PM ...More Info Cost: $20 Event Type: Performing Arts	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
St. Viator Haunted House - Stairway to Insanity Now - Oct. 27, 2018 , 7-10pm St. Viator Haunted House - Stairway to Insanity Join us for some frightful fun on the 2nd floor. Warning: This haunted house is SCARY & intended for mature audience! Friday, October 12th 7-10pm Saturday, October 13th 7-10pm Friday, October 19th 7-10pm Saturday, October 20nd 7-10pm Friday, October 26t...More Info Cost: $10 Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	St. Viator School 3644 N. Kedvale Chicago, IL 60641 773-545-2173
Creatures of the Night Oct. 27, 2018 , 11:00 am & 1:00 pm SOAR will be on hand with several species of owls native to Illinois. See these birds up-close and personal. Learn about these impressive creatures' adaptations and behaviors. Programs will start at 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. and last one hour. Live birds!...More Info Event Type: Education/History	Starved Rock State Park 2668 East 875th Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 +18156674726
Halloween Hoedown Oct. 27, 2018 , 1:00 PM?-?4:00 PM FREE Event. Line-Up at Legion Park for our annual Costume Contest & Parade followed by Trick or Treating at participating downtown stores and all the miniature houses at Safety Village! Halloween jumpie at Budnik Plaza! Haywagon Rides! Take some Frightening Photos with our fun backdrop! Fun Children's Activities! ...More Info Event Type: Festivals Holiday - Fall/Winter	Historic Downtown Lemont Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550
Halloween Hustle 5K Walk/Run Oct. 27, 2018 , 9:00am Sponsored by Ladd Community Education & Enrichment Foundation. Race start @ Ladd Grade School. Packet pickup & registration 8:00-8:45am. Trophy to top male & female runner, top male & female in their age group. Must pre-register to receive a t-shirt. All participants 13 & under will receive a completion award. Ra...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Ladd Grade School 232 E Cleveland St. Ladd, IL 61329
Haunted Halloween Night Hikes and Storytelling Oct. 27, 2018 , 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join the park naturalist as we hike the luminary lit trail to the top of Starved Rock. Hear "haunted" tales of the park and meet "The Pink Lady". Haunted hikes leave from the Starved Rock Visitor Center at 5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. Kids crafts 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Storytelling with Bill Myers begins at 7:00 p.m. a...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Starved Rock State Park 2668 East 875th Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 +18156674726
Once Upon a Crime Multi-Author Event Oct. 27, 2018 , 11:00am-4:00pm Join Prairie Fox Books for a Mystery/Thriller Multi-Author event at our new location! We will be hosting 7 best-selling authors, including Denise Swanson, Kristen Lepionka, and Susanna Calkins. Authors will be interacting with readers all day, including author talks, Q&A sessions, and one-on-one conversations as you mi...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Other	Prairie Fox Books 722 La Salle Street Ottawa, IL 61350 815-433-7323
Prairie Farmstead Tour- "Preferable by Far to the Timberlands" Oct. 27, 2018 , 9:30AM Although we often focus on the transformation of the old Arsenal to restoreded 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 steel plow. Accompany us on a short and easy 90 minute walk from the Iro...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, IL 60481 815-423-6370
Prairie Fox Books Murder Mystery Event Oct. 27, 2018 , 6:00pm Prairie Fox Books presents--Crime and Pun-ishment: A 1920's Murder Mystery Dinner. Join us for dinner, dessert, and an interactive murder mystery show. Audience participants will become detectives (and some of them suspects) in this classic Whodunit. Dress up in Roaring 20's/Mob attire if you want to add to the fun! ...More Info Cost: $50.00 Event Type: Dining	Prairie Fox Books 719 La Salle Street Ottawa, IL 61350 815-433-7323
Mule-Pulled Canal Boat Tour Now - Oct. 28, 2018 , 10:00am, 1:00pm & 4:00pm Climb aboard a replica 19th century mule-pulled canal boat and ride the route Lincoln traveled! Your guides, dressed as Canal era crew, will take you back in time to life on the American frontier and the Illinois Prairie. Meet our mules, Moe & Larry, and learn how horses and mules pulled passengers and cargo between Ch...More Info Event Type: Education/History	Canal Corridor Association 754 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-220-1848
Mules, Mansion, Mimosa Boat Tour Now - Oct. 28, 2018 , 10:00am - 3:00pm Tours are Friday - Sunday ONLY. Combine a mimosa at Lock 16 Café, a historic 1-hour mule pulled boat ride on the I&M Canal Boat, and a 1-hour tour of the historic Hegeler Carus Mansion. Step back to 1848 and take a ride on the I&M Canal on The Volunteer, a mule-pulled I&M Canal Boat. Meet our guides and hear...More Info Cost: $45.00 Event Type: Education/History	I&M Canal Boat 754 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-220-1848
Bingo! The Winning Musical Now - Oct. 28, 2018 , Friday and Saturday Evenings, Sunday Matinees Best friends and Bingo pals Vern, Honey and Patsy brave a terrible storm in order to attend the yearly celebration of the birth of Bingo and tribute to its founder, Edwin S. Lowe. As the storm knocks out power at the Bingo Hall, Patsy and Honey remind each other of the ominous night fifteen years ago that began in the ...More Info Cost: $20-$40 Event Type: Performing Arts	Eagle Performing Arts and Conference Center 319 N Plum Pontiac, IL 61764 815-844-1187
Halloween Weekend Spooktacular Oct. 26, 2018 - Oct. 28, 2018 , Fri. 3- 9 pm, Sat. Noon - 9 pm, Sun. Noon - 7 pm Spooktacular Specials for 1 or a group. $25 -Rent one lane for 2 hours $10 - 2 games, shoes, nachos & a medium soda ...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Channahon Lanes 25306 W Eames St Channahon, IL 60410 815-467-2026
Halloween Weekend Spooktacular at Riverfront Lanes Oct. 26, 2018 - Oct. 28, 2018 , Fri. 3- 9 pm, Sat. Noon - 9 pm, Sun. Noon - 7 pm Have a frighteningly good time boowling at Riverfront Lanes! Specials: $25 for 1 lane for 2 hours $10 for 2 games of bowling , shoes, nachos & a medium soda. ...More Info Event Type: Sports/Recreation Holiday - Fall/Winter	Riverfront Lanes 402 Water Street Wilmington, IL 60481 815-476-2600
Sauk Trail Gun Collectors Gun Show Oct. 27, 2018 - Oct. 28, 2018 , 8:30am Sauk Trail Gun Collectors Gun Show at Bureau County Fairgrounds, W Peru St, Princeton. Doors open at 8:30 am. Buy, sell or trade guns and related items. Call 309-689-1934 for info. ...More Info Event Type: Other	Bureau County Fairgrounds W Peru Street Princeton, IL 309-689-1934
Halloween Dance Party Oct. 28, 2018 , 2:00-3:30 pm Halloween Dance Party with DJ DreLaurin Children of all ages with adult, no registration Mwahahaha! Wear your costume and bring your friends for a monstrously fun afternoon of music, games, and dancing!...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Public Library 150 N Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 8158463124
Haunted Museum Family Free Day Oct. 28, 2018 , 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Just the right amount of spooky-not too scary-for your little ones! Get your costumes on and bring the whole family for a special day of activities, giveaways, and Halloween fun! Free to the public....More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
Lemont Township's Hooowl-A-Ween Event Oct. 29, 2018 , 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. FREE Event. Costume contest at 2:00 p.m. Trick Contest at 2:30 p.m., rescue groups with pets to adopt, pet product and service vendors, a 50/50 raffle to benefit Lemont Township assisted pet owners with veterinary emergencies and unpayable pet related costs, and a great socializing opportunity for fur covered and non-...More Info Cost: FREE Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Central Bark Dog Park Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550
Michael Gourley, Psychic Medium Oct. 29, 2018 Enjoy a delicious luncheon on our historic estate and participate in a Group Reading by Psychic Medium Michael Gourley, one of the "Top 10 Chicago Psychics". Michael will explain how he uses his gifts to deliver messages from loved one's in spirit, and will deliver any messages that come through for our guests-there ma...More Info Event Type: Ongoing Holiday - Fall/Winter	The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate 20 South Eastern Avenue Joliet, IL 60433 815-722-1420
Marseilles Haunted Pool House Now - Oct. 30, 2018 , see below in the description Marseilles Haunted Pool House 555 Commercial Street in Marseilles Friday & Saturday, October 26 & 27 from 7pm-10pm Sunday & Monday, October 28 & 29 from 6pm-8pm Admission: Adults = $5 Grades K-12 = $4 Pre K and Under = Free Bring in 2 items for the Marseilles Food Pantry and get $1 off. There will ...More Info Cost: Adult $5, K-12 $4 and Pre K and under Free Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Illinois River Area Chamber of Commerce 555 Commercial Street Marseilles, IL 61341 815-795-2414
History Trolley Tours Now - Oct. 30, 2018 , Monday thru Saturday: 3:00 pm?Sunday: 12:00-1:30, 1:30-3pm and 3-4:30pm Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area 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 the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Reservations are recommended. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386....More Info Cost: Adults: $12, Seniors: $10 (60 and over), Children 10 and under: $8 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Oktoberfest Celebration Now - Oct. 30, 2018 , Begins at 11:30a.m. with seating Food & beer at 12:00p.m. and music from 12:30-2:30p.m. A Celebration of Germany! Food, Beer, and Music. Join the fun! Sample German Food and Beer. Enjoy a buffet of German foods and listen to German band. Cost: $25.00 buffet only or $40.00 buffet/10 tastings/stein. Reservations are required for this event. Please call 815-220-7386....More Info Cost: $25.00 buffet only or $40.00 buffet/10 tastings/stein. Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Halloween Spooktacular Oct. 30, 2018 , 6:30-8:00 pm Children of all ages with adult, no registration Bring the whole family for a Halloween extravaganza! Come in costume for exciting stories, games, crafts, and snacks that will be taking place throughout the library. ...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Public Library 3395 Black Road Joliet, IL 60431 8158463124
Young Frankenstein Oct. 30, 2018 , 7pm Respected medical lecturer Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Gene Wilder) learns that he has inherited his infamous grandfather's estate in Transylvania. Arriving at the castle, Dr. Frankenstein soon begins to recreate his grandfather's experiments with the help of servants Igor (Marty Feldman), Inga (Teri Garr) and the fear...More Info Cost: $5 Event Type: Performing Arts	Rialto Square Theatre 102 N. Chicago St. Joliet, IL 60432 815-726-7171
Last Call for Alcohol:The History of Joliet's Breweries Now - Oct. 31, 2018 Visit the museum to learn more about the rise, fall, and rebirth of Joliet's breweries: from Prohibition to World War 2 and today's renaissance of craft beer. Check website for museum general admission prices and hours....More Info Event Type: Education/History	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
Fall Colors Trolley Tour Now - Oct. 31, 2018 , October Only!!! Mondays @ 11am?Saturdays@ 930am & 11am Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of the year. Tour includes a relaxing trolley ride, hot lunch in our rustic Main Dining Room and guided scenic walk to Council Overhang and Ottawa Canyon. The walk is less than a mile and will take 45 minutes. This tour is not recommended for individuals with limited ...More Info Cost: $30.00 per person Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Oktoberfest Now - Oct. 31, 2018 Uptown's Oktoberfest is here. This has been our tradition since we opened the doors in 1985. We offer traditional German and Swiss Oktoberfest menu items, but only while supplies last! The owners are 100% Swiss - so be sure to stop in this week or next and celebrate Oktoberfest!...More Info Event Type: Dining	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
Trick or Treat for the Lemont Food Pantries Now - Oct. 31, 2018 , All Day Fill the paper bags / Fill the pantry shelves! Fill the bag with goodies (much needed items listed below) that will fill the shelves of our Lemont Food Pantries! Drop off donations to the Lemont Township Office (1115 Warner Avenue). Paper Products Canned/Microwave-Ready to eat food Canned Meat (chicken, salmon, ha...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Lemont, IL 60439 (630) 257-2522, x 13
R.I.P. UNLIMITED Package at Haunted Trails Joliet Now - Oct. 31, 2018 , Available Mon-Fri after 4pm, Sat. & Sun. Enjoy 3 hours of UNLIMITED Rides & Attractions PLUS $10 in Game Play for only $23.95/guest (Mon - Thurs. after 4pm) or $28.95 (Fri after 4 pm, Sat.& Sun.). Available Friday, October 5 thru Halloween! See website for details....More Info Cost: R.I.P. Package: $23.95 (M-Th after 4pm), $28.95 (Fri after 4pm, Sat. & Sun.) Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Haunted Trails Entertainment Park & Picnic Groves 1423 N. Broadway Street, (Rt. 53) Joliet, IL 60435 815-722-7800
Halloween Oct. 31, 2018 Join us for our Annual Kids Eat Free on Halloween Things to Know: Dine in Only Kids 12 and under Limit 2 kids meals per purchase of an Adult Entrée Must order off Kids Menu Valid for Lunch & Dinner only Not valid with any other offers...More Info Event Type: Dining	Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets 8025 S. Cass Ave. Darien, IL 60561 331-431-4000
Trick-of-Treat at the Library Oct. 31, 2018 , 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. It wouldn't be Halloween without a stop at the Library! Popular book characters such as Harry Potter, Mother Goose, Little Red Riding Hood & more will be giving away treats!...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Lemont Public Library 50 E Wend St. Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550
Holiday Open House Nov. 2, 2018 , 10am-6pm Kick off your holiday shopping at True North! More than 70 vendors fill their booths with kitschy holiday fun. Shop True North for vintage decorations, handmade gifts, home décor and anything you need to make your holidays memorable. Open 7 days a week!...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Shopping	True North 539 Bedford Rd. Morris, IL 60450 815-705-0161
Kimberbell Pumpkin Spice Machine Embroidery Event Nov. 1, 2018 - Nov. 3, 2018 , One Day Only 9-4 You'll fall head over heels for these 3 darling machine embroidery projects featuring rich autumn flannels and fun products for our Kimberbellishments line. Recreate antique stitches on a crazy patch block on our stay cozy mug, Try beautiful cutwork on our acorn basket liner, and embroider with glitter applique and Myl...More Info Cost: $99 Event Type: Arts/Crafts	Thimbles 940 S. State St. Lockport, IL 60441 1-815-836-8735
Majestic Kids Turkey Trot Nov. 3, 2018 , 9:00 AM Check in starts at 9 AM at the Shrimp Barn. Race begins at 10 AM. Register before October 6th to reserve your shirt and medal. Registration ends on Friday, November 2nd. Majestic Kids is a non-for-profit organization acting as a balloon over a local Royal Family Kids Camp, year long Mentoring Club Program, Teen R...More Info Cost: $30 Event Type: Sports/Recreation Other	The Shrimp Barn 125 Mondamin Minooka, IL 60447 815-828-5526
National Bison Day Nov. 3, 2018 , 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Celebrate America's National Mammal - the bison - with us from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3- National Bison Day! Meet at the Iron Bridge Trailhead. The Trailhead is located 1.5 miles of the Gemini Giant in Wilmington- on the east side of Hwy 53--- old historic Route 66! A herd of bison was introduced at Midewi...More Info Event Type: Nature	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, IL 60481 815-423-6370
National Bison Day 2018 Nov. 3, 2018 Celebrate American's National Mammal with us on National Bison Day! At Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie we are working with over 275 different species of native Illinois prairie plants. A herd of conservation bison was introduced as a 20-year experiment in 2015. Volunteers, partners & staff are surveying to see wheth...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie 30239 South State Route 53 Wilmington, IL 60481 815-423-6370
Underground History, Architecture & General Sites Tour Nov. 3, 2018 , 9am-4pm Join a group of like-minded tourists – and backyard tourists – for a narrated tour like no other! We're departing from the west end of Peru and cruising the scenic back roads over to see the sights and delights in Princeton, IL: -Underground Railroad Stations and related -Grand old 19th & 20th century ho...More Info Cost: $25 Event Type: Education/History	Peru, IL PO Box 282 Seneca, IL 61360 8158830232
Meet the Sugar Plum Fairy Nov. 4, 2018 , 2-3 pm Children of all ages with adult, registration opens Oct 22 Join us for a ballet-themed storytime including a demonstration and mini-ballet class taught by a professional ballerina: the Sugar Plum Fairy from Von Heidecke's Chicago Festival Ballet's performance of The Nutcracker! Photo opportunity to follow. No ballet e...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Public Library 150 N Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 8158463124
Leinenkugel Dinner Nov. 9, 2018 , 6:00p.m. This fun evening includes a dinner with all dishes made with Leinenkugel beer. You will also be able to taste the Leinenkugel beer variety. There will also be chances to win great prizes, plus one lucky guest will win a grand prize. MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!!! Cost: $60.00 per person....More Info Cost: Cost: $60.00 per person. Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
In Remembrance of World War I Now - Nov. 11, 2018 Honoring the 100th anniversary of the ending of WWI and the establishment of Veterans Day, we pay tribute to those Jolietans who served during the first great war. ...More Info Event Type: Education/History	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
WWII Radio Show - Evening Nov. 11, 2018 , 5:30 pm - 8:45 pm November 11 Evening Show 5:30pm Check-in Begins Featuring favorites such as "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," "In the Mood," and "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree," our costumed and piano-accompanied trio reenact a 1940's radio hour that is perfect for all ages! While answering musical requests from soldiers and loved ones ...More Info Cost: $39 Event Type: Performing Arts	Starved Rock Lodge 2668 East 875th Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 +18156674726
WWII Radio Show Nov. 11, 2018 - Nov. 14, 2018 , November 11th Evening, November 12th, 13th & 14th Featuring favorites such as "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," "In the Mood", and Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree", our costumed and piano-accompanied trio reenact a 1940's radio hour that is perfect for all ages! While answering musical requests from soldiers and loved ones during wartime, the group will entertain the "studio...More Info Cost: Matinees $34, Evening $39 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
WWII Radio Show - Matinee Nov. 12, 2018 - Nov. 14, 2018 , 11:30 am - 2:45 pm November 12, 13 & 14 Matinee Shows 11:30am Check-in Begins Featuring favorites such as "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," "In the Mood," and "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree," our costumed and piano-accompanied trio reenact a 1940's radio hour that is perfect for all ages! While answering musical requests from soldiers and ...More Info Cost: $34 Event Type: Performing Arts	Starved Rock Lodge 2668 East 875th Rd. Oglesby, IL 61348 +18156674726
Dinner & A Little History: World War II on the Great Lakes Nov. 15, 2018 , 6:00pm - 8:00pm Join the Canal Corridor Association for the dinner lecture "World War II on the Great Lakes" at the Gaylord Building on November 15th 2018. Speaker Theodore J. Karamanski, Ph.D, is a professor of history at Loyola University Chicago, where he founded and directs the Public History Program. He is the author of seven...More Info Event Type: Education/History Dining	Gaylord Building 200 West 8th Street Lockport, IL 60441 (815)220-1848
Fall Craft & Import Beer Tasting Nov. 15, 2018 , 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm A classic event returns: Sample over 40 Craft Beers & Ciders from 12 Brewers from 5:30 pm until 9:00 pm. Learn about Joliet's storied brewery history with a special lecture and exhibit by renowned Joliet Brewery Historian and Collector John E. Bitterman. $20 for Members & $23 for Non-Members. ...More Info Event Type: Other Ale Trail	Joliet Area Historical Museum : Lower level auditorium 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201x7213
Sparkling Night at the Mansion Nov. 16, 2018 Enjoy the Mansion is all her holiday splendor! Wander through this 19th century mansion and learn about its history from costumed docents. Enjoy chocolate and refreshments! ...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Spring/Summer	Reddick Mansion Association 100 W. Lafayette Street Ottawa, IL 61350 815-433-6100
Princeton's Annual Christmas Walk Nov. 16, 2018 - Nov. 18, 2018 Each year the weekend before Thanksgiving, Princeton's beautiful Main Street is transformed into a magical holiday treasure. All weekend long enjoy Holiday Music, hot chocolate, visit Santa, Horse-drawn carriage rides, old-time trolley rides between the north and south shopping district AND so much shopping!...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Shopping	Main Street Princeton, IL
Black Wednesday Nov. 21, 2018 , 8:30 pm - ??? Join us for an evening of FREE fun with the DJ and Karaoke! ...More Info Cost: None Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Channahon Lanes 25306 W Eames St Channahon, IL 60410 815-467-2026
Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts Nov. 21, 2018 , 7:30pm Rockford, IL-based Miles Nielsen has spent nearly a decade enthralling audiences with music that draws force from the prime years of Western-influenced rock music and classic '60s soul. Claiming influences as diverse as Otis Redding's classic soul and Jellyfish's cult power pop recordings, Nielsen has thus far released...More Info Cost: 25 Event Type: Performing Arts	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts Nov. 21, 2018 , 7:30 PM ...More Info Cost: $25 Event Type: Performing Arts	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
Thanksgiving Nov. 22, 2018 Our annual Thanksgiving Buffet ...More Info Event Type: Dining	Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets 8025 S. Cass Ave. Darien, IL 60561 331-431-4000
Thanksgiving Brunch Nov. 22, 2018 ...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort & Waterpark 2643 N. IL Rt. 178 Utica, IL 61373 (866) 399-3866
Turkey Day! Nov. 22, 2018 , 4 pm - 10 pm Tired of sitting on the couch watching football? Challenge the family to a game of bowling. Winner gets the last piece of pie! Package includes 2 hours of bowling, and up to 5 shoe rentals....More Info Cost: $25 Event Type: Sports/Recreation	Channahon Lanes 25306 W Eames St Channahon, IL 60410 815-467-2026
Light Up the Holidays Nov. 23, 2018 , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Join the museum and the rest of the downtown area as we celebrate the start of the holiday season! Free admission into the museum along with crafts, entertainment and a special guest appearance by "The Man in the Red"....More Info Cost: Free Admission Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
Light up the Holidays Festival & Parade Nov. 23, 2018 , 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Light Up the Holidays Parade and Festival is held on the Friday following Thanksgiving each year. Activities begin downtown as early as 9:30 a.m., and include the Fantastic Fun Fair in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's auditorium, as well as activities in the Joliet Public Library, Gji's Sweet Shoppe, Jitters Coffeeh...More Info Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Joliet Chicago Street Joliet, IL 60432 +18157746066
Light Up the Holidays Festival and Parade Nov. 23, 2018 , 10am to 7pm Presented by the University of St. Francis Light Up the Holidays Parade and Festival is held on the Friday following Thanksgiving each year. Activities begin downtown as early as 10:00 a.m., and include the Fantastic Fun Fair in the Joliet Area Historical Museum's auditorium, as well as activities in the Joliet Publ...More Info Cost: free Event Type: Festivals	Downtown Joliet, along Chicago Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-774-6067
Shop Small Saturday Nov. 24, 2018 , 10am-6pm Shop small, shop local, shop True North. In a time where online shopping and big box stores dominate, remember to support your local stores and shop small business. Feel good knowing you support 70 local vendors with every purchase made at True North! Thank you for shopping small!...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Shopping	True North 539 Bedford Rd. Morris, IL 60450 815-705-0161
Small Business Saturday at Lock 16 Nov. 24, 2018 , 7:00am - 5:00pm Shop historic downtown LaSalle, including Lock 16 Gift Shop on Small Business Saturday to find all of your holiday needs. Drawings & specials galore. #Shoplocal #SmallbusinessSaturday...More Info Event Type: Shopping	Lock 16 Cafe & Visitor Center 754 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-220-1848
Christmas at the Canal Market Nov. 24, 2018 - Nov. 25, 2018 , 10-4 In conjunction with the Village of North Utica, we will celebrate Christmas in the Village by having Vendors set up at our indoor/outdoor Canal Market both Saturday and Sunday. Come on down and get a jump start on your Christmas shopping with unique, handmade, homemade, vintage and repurposed wares for sale....More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Arts/Crafts	LaSalle County Historical Society 101 E. Canal Street Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4861
Deals & Delights Nov. 25, 2018 , 12pm - 5pm Get your one of a kind Joliet Items just in time for the holidays! Stop by the museum to get special discounts in the museum gift shop. Museum members will receive 20% and non-members will get 10%. New merchandise will be added and gift wrapping will be available!...More Info Event Type: Shopping	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
December Deals & Delights Nov. 25, 2018 , 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Holiday Sales! All members get 20% off -general public gets 10%- off everything in the shop! Get your one of a kind Joliet items just in time for the holidays....More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201
"Remembering Marshall Fields' at Christmas" Nov. 19, 2018 - Nov. 26, 2018 November 13th, November 19th, November 26th. For many Chicagoans, no Christmas season was complete without a visit to Marshall Field's, the city's grand dame of department stores. This illustrated talk traces the store's beloved holiday traditions, including the Walnut Room Christmas tree, the holiday window displays...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate 20 South Eastern Avenue Joliet, IL 60433 815-722-1420
Take a Hike & a Lunch Now - Nov. 30, 2018 , April-November Saturdays & Sundays 11am-2:30pm Group will depart from the hotel lobby of the Lodge with a knowledgeable guide to see canyons and bluffs made from St. Peter's Sandstone.  Waterfalls are a good possibility in the Spring and early Summer as they are seasonal.  The guide will tell the group how Starved Rock got its name along with other tales ...More Info Cost: $18 per person Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge
Take a Hike & a Lunch Now - Nov. 30, 2018 , April-November Saturday & Sundays 11am-230pm Group will depart from the hotel lobby of the Lodge with a knowledgeable guide to see canyons and bluffs made from St. Peter's Sandstone.  Waterfalls are a good possibility in the Spring and early Summer as they are seasonal.  The guide will tell the group how Starved Rock got its name along with other tales ...More Info Cost: $18 per person Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Woods Walk Now - Nov. 30, 2018 , 8-4 p.m. 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. Select trails offer photo staging areas, adding...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Nature	Sugar Creek Administration Center 17540 W Laraway Road Joliet, IL 60433 (815) 727-8700
Take a Hike & a Lunch Now - Nov. 30, 2018 , 11am-230pm Group will depart from the hotel lobby of the Lodge with a knowledgeable guide to see canyons and bluffs made from St. Peter's Sandstone.  Waterfalls are a good possibility in the Spring and early Summer as they are seasonal.  The guide will tell the group how Starved Rock got its name along with other tales ...More Info Cost: $18 per person Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Take a Hike & a Lunch Nov. 1, 2018 - Nov. 30, 2018 , April-November Saturday & Sundays 11am-230pm Group will depart from the hotel lobby of the Lodge with a knowledgeable guide to see canyons and bluffs made from St. Peter's Sandstone.  Waterfalls are a good possibility in the Spring and early Summer as they are seasonal.  The guide will tell the group how Starved Rock got its name along with other tales ...More Info Cost: $18 per person Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
WATERPARK RE-OPENING Nov. 1, 2018 - Nov. 30, 2018 Waterpark Re-Opening in November!...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort & Waterpark 2643 N. IL Rt. 178 Utica, IL 61373 (866) 399-3866
Bill Kirchen's Honky Tonk Christmas Nov. 30, 2018 , 7:30 ...More Info Cost: $30 Event Type: Performing Arts	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
Bill Kirchen's Honky Tonk Christmas Nov. 30, 2018 , 7:30pm Grammy nominated guitarist, singer and songwriter Bill Kirchen is one of the fortunate few who can step on any stage, play those trademark licks which drove the seminal Commander Cody classic Hot Rod Lincoln into the Top Ten nationwide, and elicit instant recognition. Named a "Titan of the Telecaster" by Guitar Player ...More Info Cost: 30 Event Type: Performing Arts	Uptown Grill 601 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-4545
Breakfast with Santa Dec. 1, 2018 , 8am - 9:00am & 10am-11:00am Breakfast with Santa is back at the Lock 16 Café & Visitor Center in Downtown LaSalle! Bring the children for a fun filled Holiday event at Lock 16, they will enjoy breakfast & picking out gifts while meeting Mr. & Mrs. Claus! Reservations required. Call (815)220-1848 or visit www.iandmcanal.org ...More Info Event Type: Holiday - Fall/Winter	Lock 16 Cafe & Visitor Center 754 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 815-220-1848
Lemont's Annual Hometown Event Dec. 1, 2018 , 3:00 PM?-?7:00 PM Kick off the holiday season . . . Shopping, Children's Activities, Tree Lighting, Visits With Santa and More!...More Info Event Type: Other	Historic Downtown Lemont Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550
Victorian Holiday Luncheon in "The Gathering Room" Nov. 29, 2018 - Dec. 5, 2018 , Nov 29, Nov 30, Dec 5: 11:00am-2:00pm We welcome you to begin your day with a self-guided tour. The Jacob Henry Mansion is a Historical City, State and National Landmark. This Award Winning Mansion, built in 1873, is known for its original beauty and old Victorian charm. You will feel right at home in The Jacob Henry Mansion, which will be dressed and beau...More Info Cost: $40 Event Type: Ongoing	The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate 20 South Eastern Avenue Joliet, IL 60433 815-722-1420
History Trolley Tours Nov. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 , November & December?Saturday & Sundays: 12pm & 1:30pm Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area 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 the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Reservations are recommended. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386. ...More Info Cost: Adults: $12, Seniors: $10 (60 and over), Children 10 and under: $8 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Starved Rock Walkers Club Nov. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes va...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Christmas Trolley Lights Tours Dec. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 , 6:00pm-8:00pm Relax before the holidays on this illuminated tour of the LaSalle, Peru, Oglesby and Utica area, just days before Christmas.  Let our staff plan the route and do the driving so you can enjoy light displays in our fully enclosed trolley.  Our trolleys are heated but you may want to bring along an extra blanket...More Info Cost: Adults: $15 Children 10 & under: $10 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Guided Winter Hike Dec. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 , 11:00am-2:00 pm Join us for a guided hike with the possibility of frozen waterfalls & Eagles. Participants meet in the hotel lobby of the Lodge to pick up a snack and a "Starved Rock" backpack. The tour concludes at the Lodge about 2:00 pm. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear proper footwear. In the event of ice and ...More Info Cost: $12.00 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
History Trolley Tours Dec. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 , November & December?Saturday & Sunday: 12pm & 130pm Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area 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 the Starved Rock Visitor Center. Reservations are recommended. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386. ...More Info Cost: Adults: $12, Seniors: $10 (60 and over), Children 10 and under: $8 Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Starved Rock Walkers Club Dec. 1, 2018 - Dec. 31, 2018 , Every Thursday (year round) Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, I & M Canal and the occasional walk into a nearby Nature Preserve. Every Thursday morning, year round. The group meets in the lobby of the Lodge and departs at 9:00am. Hikes last between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the destination. The hikes v...More Info Event Type: Ongoing	Starved Rock Lodge and Conference Center 2668 East 875th Road Oglesby, IL 61348 815-667-4211
Holiday Tree Traditions Nov. 13, 2018 - Jan. 1, 2019 , 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Help the museum "deck the halls" and receive bragging rights and visibility for your business or organization: Our third annual "Holiday Tree Traditions" tree trimming contest returns, and like last year, is free to participate. All museum visitors will be given a ticket to vote for their favorite tree. The winning tre...More Info Cost: Free Event Type: Education/History Holiday - Fall/Winter	Joliet Area Historical Museum 204 N. Ottawa Street Joliet, IL 60432 815-723-5201

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