The owners of AteaCo Coffee & Tea had two years at the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes and are now opening their own tea and coffeeshop on Riverside Drive.

The new Crystal Lake location opened Friday, May 22. Owner Erdene Sainnyambu is also in talks to open a DeKalb location.

Each week will feature a rotating lineup of talented local artists representing a variety of musical styles and genres at the DeKalb Farmers Market.

Additional performers in the concert series include Men At Work, Big & Rich, Andy Grammer and more.

Warehouse on Park in Genoa will welcome a variety of tribute bands, including tributes to The Doors, Grateful Dead, Rolling Stones and more, during the 2026 outdoor music series.

Additional shows in the 2026-27 season include "Annie," "9 to 5" and "Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story."

Luis Maldonado, who opened Ikal Y Sanse in Campton Hills last August, bought a second Mexican eatery, Barrio Taqueria & Cocina in Carol Stream. The spot even offers a special limited menu for dogs

Explore the variety of wines from California's Cadre Wines.

Spies Of The World is a Chicago-based band inspired by the music of the Grateful Dead.

Great White and Slaughter, both multi-platinum-selling bands, will perform their biggest hits, bringing audiences back to the late ’80s and early ’90s.

From fireworks-filled nights and high-energy concerts to celebratory dining and thrilling speedboat rides, City Cruises delivers unforgettable summer moments on Lake Michigan and the Chicago River.

Thousands are expected at Pacifica Square in honor of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Notable performers include comedians Margaret Cho and Deon Cole, and rock tribute band Hairball.

A familiar Memorial Day tradition has found new life in Mount Carroll. MooFest returns with four days of music, food and games, all while supporting local nonprofits and bringing the community back together for a weekend that feels like home.

The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department helped kick off the festival season on May 8 with its Margaritas en Mayo fiesta.

The 2026 season kicks off May 16 with the opening of the amusement park. Santa Springs Water Park opens Saturday, May 23.

Rikki Rockett, original drummer for '80s hard rock band Poison, will bring his solo band, Rockett Mafia to The Vixen in McHenry May 21.

Bambū offers Vietnamese dessert drinks, smoothies, Boba teas, Yonami and coffees drinks.

Leaning into lighter, seafood-driven fare, new additions to the menu include an asparagus and prosciutto salad, with burrata and truffle honey mustard, and grilled prawn toast on brioche.

Enjoy an evening of Mariachi bands, dancing, family activities and much more at the May 8 event.

Five shows have been added to the Comedy at Copley series, which runs through Nov. 7, 2026.

The Tequila Dinner is Thursday, May 7, and the Spring Wine Tasting event is Saturday, May 9.

Find the perfect champagne or sparkling wine for Mother's Day.

Chef Paul Virant brings his specialty, the Vistro Burger, to The Graceful Ordinary, St. Charles’ riverside dining destination.

Starting June 20, a full slate of special events, features and throwbacks are planned to honor the park’s heritage and 50th anniversary.

Richardson Adventure Farm planted 450,000 new bulbs last year, giving the Spring Grove farm’s 2026 Tulip Festival 1 million flowers for visitors to see this season.

Hundreds of thousands of tulips are in bloom at Tulip Festival at Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove.

America’s Best Restaurants is a national media firm focused on highlighting independent restaurants. America’s Best Restaurants was at the restaurant on April 21 to film an episode for its YouTube channel.

The new Guzman Y Gomez restaurant will be located on South Route 59 in Naperville, and will open later this year.

Third Eye Blind will perform Aug. 23, while Six One Five Collective takes the stage July 25.

Shining Star delivers a powerful tribute concert celebrating the legendary music of Earth, Wind & Fire.

America’s Best Restaurants is a national media firm focused on highlighting independent restaurants.

The Northwest Illinois Film Office is proud to announce the return of its signature event, the sixth annual Northwest Illinois Film Festival: Shorts‑A‑Palooza 2026.

These four comedians will bring honest, high-energy stand-up that taps into the wild world of parenting, the chaos of midlife, dating, marriage and more.

Fat Rosie's in Frankfort starts the party on May 5 with live Mariachi performances and face painting.

The Tulip Festival features over 1 million blooms, games, dog-friendly grounds and much more.

Nostalgia overload: Wind through the hills of northwest Illinois and southwest Wisconsin, from Scales Mound to Lead Mine, and there are scenic views and a time warp back to life – in the form of old-time stores and taverns – from many decades ago.

The 50th anniversary season includes works by Mendelssohn, John Williams, Beethoven and more.

Oberweis and Giordano’s announced Monday that they’ll be teaming up in downtown Naperville, with the dairy opening its first scoop shop inside the iconic pizza chain’s restaurant at 119 S. Main St.

The winner of the inaugural Joliet Chamber Premier Raffle will win two monthly prizes.

The Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles is marking its 100th anniversary. A large parade is being organized by theater operator Ron Onesti to honor its century of impact on the community.

Louise Harrison, the late George Harrison’s older sister, hand-picked the musicians who portray Ringo Starr, John Lennon, Paul McCartney and her brother.

The concert will feature a video retrospective that includes songs covering five decades and the band's 14 studio records.

The Spring Valley ‘Uriah’ Walla Walla Valley Red Wine 2022 is a dark, brooding red with blackberry, plum, cedar, tobacco leaf and cracked pepper flavors.

Veteran actors might be chagrined watching "The Play That Goes Wrong" at Stage 212 in La Salle, but most audiences will find it uproarious.

Led by ESO Music Director Chad Goodman, the concert features works by Quinn Mason, Robert Schumann and Ludwig van Beethoven.

The event takes place Sept. 4-7 along Jackson Avenue in the city’s downtown.

Papa will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre on Friday, May 1.

Six Flags Great America in Gurnee has announced plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026.

Pick up your Easter chocolate at these fine chocolatiers in northern Illinois. Easter is Sunday, April 5.