Shopping

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Here's a listing of some local retailers in northern Illinois that offer one-of-a-kind shopping experiences.

The family owned business specializes in formal attire, including dresses, tuxedos and accessories for proms, weddings and other special events. The store carries designer dress brands.

The Joliet City Center Partnership in partnership with Heritage Corridor Destinations recently launched new Winter Rewards Program with three tiers of rewards – and 27 downtown Joliet businesses are participating.

Dixon police and Lee County sheriff's deputies treated 37 kids to a shopping spree Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, during the annual Shop with a Cop event at Dixon Walmart.

These six amazing artisan businesses are crafting appealing presents and stocking stuffers.

Chicago Lab Grown Diamonds & Jewelry recently opened at 301 Vertin Blvd. in Shorewood.

Forest Preserve District of Will County gift shops are stocked with unique gifts for the holiday shopping season and Museum Store Sunday on Dec. 1.

Visit these festive holiday markets in Ottawa, St. Charles, Oswego, Lisle, McHenry and more to find the perfect gift.

Oak Brook is filled with shopping, dining and outdoor adventures, perfect for a girls' weekend or family getaway.

From comics to chocolate, silly socks and edgy fashion looks there is sure to be something for everyone on your list.

Woodstock chamber launches promotion to encourage people to support local businesses this holiday.

Museums around the world - and in Will County are participating, giving patrons a chance to learn and shop on Museum Store Sunday..

“Shop Small Saturday” kicks off in Dixon on Nov. 30 with exclusive shopping deals, prizes and a visit from a pair of authors.

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The magic of the season begins with three days of festivities from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1.

The Festival of Trees culminates with the auction ending Saturday, Nov. 30, during Morris’ Home for the Holidays festival. The online auction will begin to close at 5 p.m. Nov. 30, with a soft close for last-minute chances to bid.

"Shop local" in downtown Plainfield on Saturday through an artisan fair and a passport event.

Metra is offering special one-day passes allowing unlimited travel for $7 on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, and Black Friday, Nov. 29.

What will start with a great day of supporting local small businesses on Shop Small Saturday will continue into December this year, as Discover Dixon’s Support Local promotion offers shoppers a chance to win $500 or a loaded prize basket.

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet will be taking over the space vacated by Big Lots in Lockport. Big Lots closed its locations in Lockport and Crest Hill earlier this year.

The Lockport Chamber of Commerce is offering a drawing for local business shoppers to win a PlayStation 5 or cash gift cards as part of Small Business Saturday and Christmas on the Square.

Read more on how to keep your wardrobe versatile and stylish during the cold weather months.

The Promenade Bolingbrook outdoor mall will celebrate the start of the holiday season with “Holiday Magic in Motion” on Saturday.

Enjoy an art-filled night at the Frostmoor Faire and get competitive at Huntley’s game night this weekend in McHenry County.

Shopping at Geneva-based shop Pärla is an experience to remember.

Best Friend’s Consignment attributes close community connection to long-term success and is celebrating anniversary with sales, food and raffles last weekend.

Music, food and cocktails will spice a show featuring 130 exhibitors’ vintage and handcrafted goods.

Shelby Fairweather of Bright Nest and Lori Fisher of Preserved Peculiarities are working on a Samhain celebration at their McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes, remembering deceased loved ones on Nov. 1

The deadline to apply for one of McHenry's Riverwalk Shoppes is Friday. They 10 shops work as retail incubators for small businesses, allowing its tenants to get their feet wet and experience running a retail store.

A creative outlet for Halloween fans awaits at the free Witches Night Out, which again will feature a costume contest.

Chaos and Curiosities, a home decor store that specializes in oddities, curios, artisan crafts and esoteric collectibles is located in downtown La Salle.

McHenry County has many metaphysical shops that carry crystals, tarot cards, herbs and more for spiritual connection, healing or just some "witchy" fun.

McHenry has at least six metaphysical stores offering a mix of crystals, tarot cards, essential oils, classes and services for those seeking alternatives, spiritual connection or just some "witchy" fun.

Carlos Perez, owner and store manager, of Galleria Furniture & Mattress in Joliet, plans to open the Marycrest location in October.

Galleria Furniture recently signed retail lease at Marycrest Shopping Center on Joliet's west side.

Yorktown Center will add a grocery store to its roster of new restaurants and nontraditional tenants as part of a larger redevelopment of the shopping mall in Lombard.

The Lockport City Council has created new ordinances for tobacco shops selling drug paraphernalia which will take effect Jan. 1, 2025.

Daiso, the Japanese discount store, is due to open its first Illinois locations in Crystal Lake and Oswego early next year.

In addition to thousands of books, the Friends of the Joliet Public Library sale will include audiobooks, computer games, movies, music and puzzles,

The former Bed Bath and Beyond in Crystal Lake is once again bustling with new retailers Sierra and Burlington opening in the space this weekend.

Nightmare on Elm Street ... and Beyond is the first community event sponsored by Shop 3430, which includes three former McHenry Riverwalk Shoppe tenants.

Kristina "Dolly" Bates and Jennifer Needham, former roommates, opened Verdant Sol during COVID-19 when plants became central to many homes. They're also hosting the upcoming "strange and unusual" craft fair Full Moon Market.

Shopping center Algonquin Commons is up for sale after a real estate agency that purchased the property three years ago brought the area back to life with dozens of new stores and restaurants.

K9s for Veterans helps provides trained service dogs to help veterans with post traumatic stress disorder transition to civilian life

Shops in McHenry, Kane, DeKalb counties and throughout northern Illinois are participating in the Vintage Shop Hop, a self-guided road trip tour.

Bloomingdale leaders on Tuesday will unveil a conceptual redevelopment plan for the now-shuttered Stratford Square property, which once had a half dozen anchor stores, a movie theater and a carousel.

Moody Blues Jean Boutique of New Lenox a $15,000.00 through its Community First Accelerate Grants for Small Business program.

Attorney for C & S Wholesale Grocers says plan is to keep Jewel-Osco brand and employees for store on Larkin Avenue in Joliet.

Kendall County will feature several exciting events, including a fairgrounds Fall Fest, a fundraising concert, Hispanic Heritage Night and more.