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    Big Ten Football - Northwestern University

    Ryan Field, Northwestern University •  Sep 05 – Nov 28

    The Northwestern Wildcats are back at Northwestern's new Ryan Field this season! Watch Chicago's Big Ten Team and fall college football at its best! Read more about Big Ten Football - Northwestern University
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    Wheaton French Market

    "W" Pavilion •  Apr 11 – Nov 28 @ 8AM

    Come to the Wheaton French Market! Read more about Wheaton French Market
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    Getting Out the Vote at the Evanston History Center

    Evanston History Center •  Jul 02 – Nov 30

    Explore Evanston’s long history of political activism through this eclectic exhibition of campaign memorabilia. Read more about Getting Out the Vote at the Evanston History Center
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    Javapalooza 2026

    Great Rivers & Routes Region  •  Sep 01 – Nov 30

    Javapalooza 2026 is brewing Sept. 1-Nov. 30! Sip signature drinks, explore coffee shops, join scavenger hunts, follow the Coffee Trail that celebrates the bean, baristas and… Read more about Javapalooza 2026
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    Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space

    The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space •  Jun 28 – Dec 19 @ 12noon

    In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Read more about Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
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    Route 66-The Road That Takes You: Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space

    The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space •  Mar 27 – Dec 19 @ 12noon

    Route 66-The Road That Takes You is photography exhibit by David J. Schwartz running March 27th through December 19th Read more about Route 66-The Road That Takes You: Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space
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    The Road to Adventure: Exploring Route 66 at The Kidzeum of Health & Science

    The Kidzeum of Health and Science •  Jul 19 – Dec 31 @ 9AM

    Families can explore America's most iconic highway at The Road to Adventure: Exploring Route 66 exhibit at The Kidzeum of Health & Science Read more about The Road to Adventure: Exploring Route 66 at The Kidzeum of Health & Science
  • Show more in category of Seasonal

    Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum

    The Morton Arboretum •  Nov 14 – Jan 02 @ 4:30PM

    See trees in a different light at Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum. A treat for your senses, with the transformation into a winter wonderland… Read more about Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum

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