Illinois Events

Illinois families can see Hot Wheels Monster Trucks come to life with glowing neon, stunts, and kid-friendly chaos at NOW Arena

Chicago’s Windy City Smokeout returns in 2026 with Hootie, Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, and food for a four-day summer festival.

Tired of the same haunted houses? Try the “Tunnel of Terror”, a haunted car wash in Loves Park, IL.

Fall fans, take note: Mum Fest in Clinton, Illinois features 20,000 mums, family fun, food, music, and goats — all with free admission.

Families and their dogs can share popcorn, blankets, and movies this weekend at McHenry Outdoor Theater’s pet-friendly event.

This fall, Eckert’s in Belleville, Illinois is debuting Jack’s Lighted Trail: a nighttime pumpkin adventure with selfie spots, corn maze fun, and immersive surprises.

Day of the Dozer gives Illinois kids the rare chance to get behind the controls of real heavy machinery with pros guiding them—don’t miss it Sept 6 in Bloomington!

This October, step into the Harry Potter‑inspired Forbidden Forest at YMCA Camp Duncan in Ingleside, IL. A magical nighttime trail filled with creatures, spell‑casting stations, and wizarding wonder awaits Potter fans of all ages.

Jack’s Pumpkin Pop‑Up lands in Chicago this September, offering pumpkins, carnival games, axe‑throwing, photo zones, food trucks, and fall vibes for all ages.

McHenry’s 2025 festival (Sept 12–14) just dropped its Sunday headliner: Bailey Zimmerman. Known for shirtless curtain calls and chart‑toppers, he's set to amp up an already star‑studded weekend.