Kane County Entertainment
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Elgin to honor America’s 250th anniversary at Bluff City Memorial Day programMay 20, 2026 12:00 pm - Elgin's Memorial Day program on May 25 will honor the 250th anniversary of the United States with multiple ceremonies. The ceremony at Bluff City Cemetery features Christine Harmon from the Daughters of the American Revolution as keynote speaker, along with the Elgin Master Chorale, wreath laying at the Grand Army of the Republic memorial, and readings of the Gettysburg Address.
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It’s national hamburger day. Here are 10 good places in the suburbs to get a burgerMay 20, 2026 10:53 am - Thursday, May 28, is National Hamburger Day, and here are 10 places around the suburbs where you can enjoy a tasty burger.
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Dining out: Memorial Day dining specials, new eateries in Schaumburg, Aurora, Oak BrookMay 20, 2026 10:34 am - Many restaurants around the suburbs will be serving specials for Memorial Day, plus the anticipated Hopscotch Pub recently opened in Schaumburg.
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Starting with the Obama Presidential Center opening, Chicago and suburban museums unveil ambitious summer exhibitionsMay 20, 2026 6:30 am - The biggest cultural event in the Chicago area this year promises to be the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in June. But other suburban and Chicago museums have significant exhibitions planned too.
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Two-day fine art show bringing over 110 artists to downtown St. CharlesMay 20, 2026 12:24 am - The 28th annual St. Charles Fine Art Show will be held May 23-24 in downtown St. Charles, featuring over 110 local, national, and international artists with works available for purchase.
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Aurora Memorial Day parade honoring Marine veteran Jim ButlerMay 19, 2026 8:08 pm - Aurora Memorial Day parade on May 25 features James Butler, a Marine Corps veteran, as grand marshal. The parade includes veteran groups, military organizations, five school marching bands, the Lamplighters Barbershop Chorus, and various performance groups to entertain attendees.
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On The Border permanently closes in Algonquin 1 year after bankruptcy filingMay 19, 2026 5:32 pm - The Tex-Mex chain restaurant On The Border in Algonquin permanently closed one year after filing for bankruptcy.
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STC Live! summer series returns June 3 with free live musicMay 18, 2026 9:18 pm - STC Live! brings over 35 free live music performances to downtown St. Charles from June 3 through Sept. 28, featuring local artists at the 1st Street Plaza and various businesses on Wednesday and Friday evenings.
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Police issue traffic advisory for Bartlett Memorial Day Walk & RemembranceMay 18, 2026 3:13 pm - Bartlett’s Memorial Day Walk & Remembrance will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, May 25 at Bartlett Park with an American Legion flag retirement ceremony.
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Campton Hills eatery owner expands to 2nd restaurant in Carol StreamMay 18, 2026 12:26 pm - Luis Maldonado opened Ikal Y Sanse in Campton Hills last August. Earlier this month, Maldonado added a second restaurant, Barrio Taqueria and Cocina in Carol Stream.