Elgin Entertainment
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Rosie and the Rivets to perform at outdoor concert in Elgin July 16Jul 02, 2026 2:37 pm - Rosie and the Rivets will bring their retro rock and roll tribute show to the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Reserve outdoor amphitheater at 899 Jay Street in Elgin at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 16.
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‘Not just for golfers’: Bar and food truck offer something new at historic golf course in ElginJul 02, 2026 12:44 pm - Chip Shots Golf and Whiskey Bar recently opened as part of the new $4.3 million, 9,600-square-foot clubhouse at the Wing Park Golf Course in Elgin. A permanent food truck outside offers elevated takes on classic handhelds, while the inside houses state-of-the-art golf and sports simulators and a full-service bar.
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Dining out: Portillo’s new Char’diniera Dog, $2.50 kids’ scoops at OberweisJun 30, 2026 3:19 pm - Portillo’s is turning up the heat with a new limited-time Char’diniera Dog infused with giardiniera and provolone cheese. Plus, are you ready for it? July 4 holiday weekend specials are here.
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Elgin Hadassah to show ‘Labors of Love’ documentary on founder Henrietta SzoldJun 29, 2026 6:10 pm - On July 19, Elgin Hadassah will screen “Labors of Love: The Life and Legacy of Henrietta Szold.” Szold founded Hadassah in 1912 after visiting Palestine, establishing the region's modern healthcare system with equal treatment for Arabs and Jews. She later rescued 11,000 Jewish children from Nazi Europe through Youth Aliyah.
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Where you can see fireworks — and what’s been canceled — in the suburbsJun 29, 2026 10:46 am - Suburban skies will light up this weekend with fireworks displays and drone shows. Some will be even bigger than usual to celebrate America’s 250th. Here’s where you can see shows, along with what has been canceled due to the weather.
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Photo Gallery: Weekend fun included a runway 5k, Greek food, strawberries and Swedish Days paradeJun 29, 2026 7:06 am -
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Folk artist creates community puzzle mural in Elgin for 250th anniversary celebrationJun 27, 2026 2:03 pm - All the pieces of Elgin came together Saturday as a new public art piece was unveiled in DuPage Court in downtown Elgin.
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National folk artist Eric Dowdle to unveil Elgin puzzle and original artwork June 27Jun 25, 2026 6:32 pm - On June 27, Elgin will unveil a cityscape artwork by folk artist Eric Dowdle, created for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Also, artist Alisa Duda's “Heart of Elgin” manhole covers will be installed as permanent public art celebrating downtown’s architecture and history.
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Elgin’s July Fourth features parades, live music and fireworksJun 25, 2026 6:05 pm - Elgin's Fourth of July celebration returns with a full day of patriotic festivities on Saturday, July 4. The day kicks off with the parade and pet parade, followed by live music, pie-eating contest, food trucks, and fireworks in the evening.
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Geneva’s Little Owl, Old Towne Pub sites face setback as restaurant plans fall throughJun 25, 2026 9:22 am - A Geneva restaurateur’s plans to open two restaurants in the city’s empty Little Owl and Old Towne Pub sites have stalled, with work stopping and "For Lease" signs returning to both buildings after initial renovation progress.