5 Things to Do

Among the highlights of summer in the suburbs are “Always…Patsy Cline" on stage, along with the band Asia's John Payne, folk music and blues artists, Wheaton Municipal Band, a book sale extraordinaire and walking tour.

Looking for something to do in the Sauk Valley? Here are five suggestions.

Ride motorcycles for veterans in McHenry and have a field day with radios in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a community clean-up event, sensory friendly swim, and Harry Potter trivia night.

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

Looking for something to do this weekend in DeKalb County? Check out Malta Days which kicks off Thursday, DeKalb Pride and march downtown on Saturday, Juneteenth Community Celebration on Sunday and more.

Enjoy the summer sounds of the Dixon Municipal Band on June 19 in Page Park; celebrate diversity at annual Juneteenth observance on June 21.

Rock bands take the stage as festivals and concert series unfold across the suburbs, complemented by cruise nights, Wheaton Drama's new show, a spotlight on rarely seen artworks and an antiques sale fundraiser.

Party for parks in Fox River Grove and enjoy Family Fun Day in Woodstock this weekend in McHenry County.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a bonfire night, cardio-jam session, and interactive movie night.

Swedish Days Festival is here, and Pickle Paradise comes to St. Charles.

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

Looking for something to do in DeKalb County this weekend? Check out the Flag Day Car Show at Hy-Vee in Sycamore on Saturday, a youth fishing derby in DeKalb, a performance of "Legally Blonde the Musical" and more Pride Month events.

Spring amps up the fun with milestone celebrations and a headlining turn by the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra on Father's Day Sunday as part of a Jazz & Wine Fest in Cantigny Park in Wheaton.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including an annual chamber golf event, Father's Day workshop, and zentangle art class.

Summer Solstice Gathering is June 21 in Franklin Grove, Touch-A-Truck is June 28 in Rock Falls.

Outdoor films and Flag Day celebrations are on tap this weekend in Kane County.

View art in Harvard and go fishing with the McHenry County Conservation District this weekend in McHenry County.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County is offering free fishing days Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm in Bolingbrook.

The Lions Club Carnival, Summer Fun Fest and more happening this weekend in the Illinois Valley!

Woodstock's Food Truck Festival takes place 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 7 on Woodstock Square.

Looking for things to do in DeKalb County? Check out the CASA 5K Color Run in Sycamore, Sunday at Sandwich Market, Kids Concerts in the Park in DeKalb and more.

Other events include the Dixon Municipal Band's first concert of the season on Thursday, and the Discover Dixon Block Party and Sauk Valley Community College's Child Fair, both on Saturday.

A major antiques show, date night options, entertainment at Morton Arboretum, vintage cars, debut of performance venue, festival fun and an arts weekend are all on tap in DuPage and Cook counties.

With everything from duck derbies to tractor treks, there is plenty to do in the Illinois Valley this weekend.

Summer is in full swing with festivals lined up in Woodstock, Spring Grove and Harvard this weekend in McHenry County.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including an aquatic yoga class, paper airplane competition, and waterpark family fest.

Features of Old Canal Days in Lockport include a carnival, food trucks, craft vendors, beer garden, wine tent and live music.

From outdoor music to shopping opportunities, there is plenty to do around Kane County this weekend.

From the first Cruis'n the Square in downtown Kankakee to a Frank Lloyd Wright birthday party, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

5 things to do in DeKalb County: Northern Illinois Art Show, Pride Palooza, farmers markets and more

Go fishing with the family in Spring Grove and attend the grand opening of an outdoor venue in Marengo this weekend in McHenry County.

The fourth annual Bellson Music Fest is set for Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Rock Falls as is Discover Dixon’s Summer Block Party in Dixon.

Enjoy live music Saturday at the Joliet Area Historical Museum as part of the museum's 2025 Summer Outdoor Rooftop Concert Series.

Enjoy trolley rides, baseball, and more this weekend across the Illinois Valley.

Summer concerts in Downers Grove, farmers markets, a major art exhibition and a stage comedy gem are happening this weekend.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including a community clean-up event, summer trail run, and history book club meeting.

From concerts to board games, there is plenty to do in Kane County this weekend.

From the Sunset Stroll to the Strawberry Jazz Fest, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Downers Grove launches its Friday Night Live concert lineup, while Westmont is home to the Spring Fling Festival, Darien adds a carnival to the holiday weekend, and The Forge Lemont Quarries presents the Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest. Theater lovers are offered a trio of new offerings.

Run the Splash Bash 5K in Woodstock and celebrate Memorial Day in Fox River Grove this weekend in McHenry County.

Drop-in event for self-guided exploration of the Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road, Romeoville on Saturday.

Other upcoming events include River Country 101.7-FM’s annual Summer Kickoff Concert, which begins at 6 p.m. May 31 with Delaney Ann, followed by headliner Kelsey Hart at 8 p.m., along the Dixon Riverfront.

Kendall County has several exciting upcoming events, including an adult pottery wheel workshop, Memorial Day ceremony, and mountain biking introduction class.

From the annual Pembroke Rodeo to the inaugural Momence Farmers Market, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Enjoy fine arts in St Charles, comedy in Batavia, breakfast in Geneva and more this weekend with 5 Things to do in Kane County.

Morton Arboretum unveils its latest whimsical sculptures, while classical orchestras and choirs along with a Taylor Swift tribute shake up the musical scene, native plants buoy the environment and a walking murder mystery takes a Japanese twist.

Kick off your summer with performances from rising country music stars Kelsey Hart and Delaney Ann on May 31 along the Dixon Riverfront.

Special events range from The Morton Arboretum's Arbor Day Plant Sale and a production of "Our Town" at the MAC to live music, a showcase of jewelry artistry and an interactive exhibition on farming in DuPage County at the Elmhurst History Museum.

Looking for something to do this weekend in DeKalb County? There's Stage Coach Players' drama "Radium Girls," Sycamore High School's FFA Plant Sale. Later this month features the 89th annual Genoa Days and KVAL's Northern Illinois Art Show.