Find out what's on in Illinois and Chicago with your guide to events, festivals, markets, music, theater, sport and more.
Find out how to get to Illinois by plane, train, bus and driving. Getting around Chicago and Illinois is easy with our guide to ways to travel around the state.
Step back in time to the golden age of train travel and settle in for a peaceful ride to discover some of Illinois’ most charming towns and hidden treasures.
Visit the many historic sites in Illinois, from the Land of Lincoln, to the site of an ancient Native American city at Cahokia Mounds.
Visit the History Museums of Illinois. From the vast collection of the Chicago History Museum to small town historical museums, you’ll discover the stories and heritage of our towns and our people.
History comes alive at Illinois historical reenactments. Meet Abraham Lincoln in the flesh, experience colonial life, or take a canal boat ride with a period costumed storyteller.
One of America’s greatest architects, Frank Lloyd Wright called Illinois home—and filled it with some of his best works.
Taste your way through the state with our guide to the best and closest places to eat in Illinois. Experience everything from fine dining to shared plates and takeaway fare.
Put your dancing shoes on or unwind at one of the many bars and night clubs in Illinois. Locate the best cocktails, the perfect beer, local DJs, international artists and more.
Taste the regional characteristics in our locally produced wines. Browse our guide to the closest and best Illinois wineries and vineyards for your next celebration or trip.
Fancy a pint? Hunt down major Illinois breweries and distilleries for the best beers, ciders and spirits in the state. Support local production and taste your way through Illinois.
Taste your way through the best of the state with food tours in Illinois. Enjoy everything from fine dining and wineries, to craft beer and pizza tours.
An excellent restaurant with full bar and live entertainment!
Beach's Supper Club is the longest operating supper club in Stephenson County. Known since 1975 for our outstanding prime rib served on Saturday nights. Also serving steaks, seafood, pork and chicken entrees. Entertainment, full bar including wine list. Reservations are encouraged for Friday and Saturday nights. Banquet facilities for 90. Sunday: 11:30 am - 7 pm; Wednesday thru Saturday: 5 pm - 10 pm
The Chicago International Film Festival is North America's oldest competitive international film fes...
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Read MoreThis concert will be an uplifting evening as the world-famous Blackwood Quartet shares the spiritual...
Read MoreWell-known guitarist, Eric Gales performs live at the fabulous Wildey Theatre!
Read MoreThe most colorful 1949 cars embark on the city of Quincy each October. Free admission to enter a ca...
Read MoreThe Fat Tire Festival includes riding options for all skill levels, from the gnarliest mountain biki...
Read MoreExperience two of the darkest nights of the year with 12-acres of haunting creatures, eerie entertai...
Read MoreTour the beautiful Galena Countryside and enjoy the fall colors while you visit some of Illinois's b...
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