Here's a list of indoor water parks in northern Illinois for a winter afternoon or weekend getaway.

Six Flags Great America is expected to open for the season on April 18.

Lincolnshire Marriott Resort is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the iconic musical "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," as well as a themed pop-up restaurant on site.

The 30th annual celebration of winter captivates visitors with its breathtaking massive snow sculptures, festive activities and cozy ambiance.

The annual Alpine Fest is Jan. 24-25, where guests will enjoy freshly-brewed beers, including the brand-new Toffee Nut Crunch beer, as well as festive games, traditional German food and more.

Enjoy a sophisticated nonalcoholic drink at many suburban restaurants this January.

This will be the third Hacienda Real location, the other two are located in Geneva and Yorkville.

Lake Geneva goes all out with several holiday events, happening now through late-December and early January.

This one-of-a-kind exhibit is a fan-recreated version of Homer Simpson’s iconic pink car, “The Junkola.”