Montgomery’s new Chief of Police sings at Montgomery Fest
Montgomery’s new Chief of Police, Chris Burne, sings ‘It’s a Great Day to be Alive’ with Whiskey Road August 16 during Montgomery Fest.
Mean Girls at Paramount Theatre
Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Downtown Aurora, will launch its 15th Broadway Series with the Chicago-area premiere of Mean Girls, September 4-October 11. Based on Tina Fey’s iconic film and nominated for 12 Tony Awards, Mean Girls is the story of Cady Heron, a sweet, smart new girl
A Night at the Movies in Naperville
Naperville Park District invites the community to “A Night at the Movies,” a series of five free, family-friendly movies hosted outdoors at different locations in Naperville. Each movie will be hosted on Friday nights and acts as a great start to the weekend. Additionally, attendees are welcome to arrive an
Cancer survivor helps others, himself, through music
Chester “Chet” Romans is a medical minstrel. On Wednesday mornings, the 78-year-old Oswego man gives two-hour guitar concerts in a waiting area at Rush Copley Cancer Center in Aurora, entertaining cancer patients, caregivers, and family members. “I think it’s an important adjunct to what the Care Center does medically,” Romans
Aurora Puerto Rican Cultural Council 2026 Puerto Rican Heritage Week
The Aurora Puerto Rican Cultural Council invites the community to celebrate Puerto Rican culture, history and pride during Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Week, taking place July 18 through July 26 at locations throughout Aurora. “For more than five decades, Aurora’s Puerto Rican community has come together to preserve our traditions,
Free World Cup viewing party in Aurora
The City of Aurora government and RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora, are teaming up for free a World Cup Championship viewing party Sunday, July 19. Gates will open at noon and kickoff will be at 2 p.m.. Bring friends, blankets, and chairs to watch the action live on the
Annie on stage July 23-Aug. 2
City of Lights Theatre and Cabaret will stage “Annie” July 23-Aug. 2. The Aurora community troupe’s second musical will perform July 23-25, 30-31 and August 1 at 7 p.m. and July 26 and August 2 at 2 p.m. at Aurora University’s Perry Theater, 349 S. Gladstone Ave., Aurora. Tickets are
Fox Valley Folklore Society free concert August 2
The Fox Valley Folklore Society will host a free concert presentation led by award-winning songwriter, storyteller, and cultural leader Chris Vallillo Sunday, Aug. 2 at 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Tobias Music, 5013 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. In this program, Chris Vallillo performs a wide range of material, starting
Lords Park Summer Concert July 13
The Summer Concert will features The Outset Trio and will include music by composer Mark O’Connor, whose works combine bluegrass, country, jazz, and classical. The free concert: will be from noon to 1 p.m., Monday, July 13, at Lords Park Zoo, 325 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin. The Outset Trio has been
Aurora Independence Day Extravaganza
The City of Aurora government is set to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in style with the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show, featuring the 6050s Band, and Fourth of July Parade. The City’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration will take place Friday, July 3, from 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m..
Ring in the Fourth at Tanner House Museum
The Aurora Historical Society will hold its 59th annual Independence Day celebration on the grounds of its Tanner House Museum, corner of Oak Avenue and Cedar Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 4. This is a free, family-oriented event. As the Nation celebrates its 250th birthday, the
Naperville fourth fireworks
The annual Naperville Community Fireworks Show, will take place at Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive, Saturday, July 4 at 9:30 p.m.. Before the fireworks show, the Naperville Municipal Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. under the Wagner Pavilion at 95th Street Community Plaza, next to 95th Street Library.
Outdoor theater in Naperville
Naperville Park District, in partnership with BrightSide Theatre, will host a series of outdoor theatre performances titled, “Summer in the Parks: Classic Broadway.” This series of free musical performances will take place at several different park locations in Naperville throughout the summer. Each hour-long show will feature unforgettable showstoppers and
The Venue birthday, two outdoor shows
The Venue, 21 S. Broadway, Aurora, will celebrate its seventh birthday with two outdoor shows at the end of June. The concerts will be held rain or shine at adjacent Mundy Park Friday, June 26 and Sunday, June 28. Chicago Farmer and The Fieldnotes will start the celebration on Friday
Paranormal Cirque: Inferno July 3-6
A cast of world-class performers will lead attendees on an explosive journey through nine circles of circus excellence with awe inspiring aerial artistry and amazing acrobatics at Chicago Premium Outlets, 1650 Premium Outlets Blvd, Aurora. For tickets and more information, visit www.paranormalcirque.com or call 941-704-8572. — Cirque Entertainment
Elgin Concerts in the Park back in 2026
Elgin Concerts in the Park are back for 2026! All concerts begin at 7 p.m. and run until 8:30 p.m.. Location alternates between the Wing Park Bandshell (1010 Wing St.) and The Pavilion at Lords Park (100 Oakwood Blvd). A food truck will be available before and during each concert.
Montgomery special Concert in the Park June 24
The Village of Montgomery invites the community to gather at Montgomery Park, 310 N. River St., Wednesday, June 24, for a special Concert in the Park celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary of independence. The free event will feature the Wayne Messmer Quartet, performing from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. The
Summer music on the farm in Naperville
The Conservation Foundation will host Music on the Farm at McDonald Farm, at their McDonald Farm headquarters, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville. •Sunday, June 14, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; music, Bree Gordon Band; food, Fernando’s Street Kitchen and Sno Problems.•Sunday, July 12, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.; music, The
Fox Valley Festival Chorus performs at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
Conductor Mary Beth McCarty leads the Fox Valley Festival Chorus and audience in a song during “America at 250: A Celebration in Song!” at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Aurora, June 7.
Outdoor summer concert series at Blackberry Farm
Entering its 13th season, the Fox Valley Park District’s popular BYOB summer concert series will return on Thursdays, June 4 through July 23 at Blackberry, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Designed exclusively for guests 21 and older, concerts take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Park’s Performance