Museums
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Montana Dinosaur Center paleontologist Andy Rich inspires young learners at DuPage Children’s MuseumFeb 23, 2026 11:14 pm - The Montana Dinosaur Center paleontologist Andy Rich presented “Story Time with a Paleontologist” on Feb. 19 at the DuPage Children’s Museum.
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DuPage County Historical Museum has a full exhibit & event schedule planned for 2026Feb 18, 2026 11:16 am - The DuPage County Historical Museum in Wheaton has planned several new events for 2026, including Trivia Night: Americana, Sacred Spaces Bus Tour, Preview Brunch for Route 66, and Night at the Museum.
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All in one place: How Geneva library staff planned new Aging Well collectionFeb 18, 2026 3:00 am - The Geneva Library’s new Aging Well collection aims to be a one-stop shop for older patrons’ needs and interests.
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Best Bets: Rosemont’s EXP delivers new virtual reality experienceFeb 17, 2026 5:01 pm - Rosemont’s EXP virtual reality venue debuts its new medieval experience, John Mueller re-creates Buddy Holly’s final concert at the Raue Center for the Arts, and Tony Award winners perform at the Illinois Conservatory for the Arts’ benefit concert in Naperville.
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Things to do Feb. 20-26: Christopher Titus, Travel & Adventure Show, Peking Acrobats and moreFeb 17, 2026 6:55 am - Make plans to see Christopher Titus at the Chicago Improv in Schaumburg, the Travel and Adventure Show in Rosemont, the Peking Acrobats at the Genesee in Waukegan and more.
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Lombard Historical Society shares love stories from the pastFeb 16, 2026 11:19 am - On Tuesday, Feb. 24, the Lombard Historical Society presents "Love Stories From History --The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!" with Lorrisa Julianus, an award-winning romantic comedy filmmaker.
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Date night, girls’ night out ideas in the Fox Valley
Feb 11, 2026 1:18 pm - If dinner and a movie feel a little too predictable, there are plenty of options close to home to shake up your date night routine.
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Naper Settlement hosts a free Presidents Day celebration, exhibit openingFeb 11, 2026 12:18 pm - Naper Settlement will host a free Presidents’ Day celebration on Feb. 16 as part of its USA 250 Celebration. This will be a fun, highly interactive day at the museum with a variety of great visuals and fun activities.
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Things to do Feb. 13-19: George Lopez, Russell Peters, Jim Gaffigan, Valentine’s Day events, Dinosaur Adventure and moreFeb 09, 2026 1:11 pm - Make plans for George Lopez at the Genesee Theatre, Russell Peters at Schaumburg’s Chicago Improv, Valentine’s Day events, Dinosaur Adventure at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Jim Gaffigan at the Chicago Theatre and more.
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Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Lombard Historical SocietyFeb 06, 2026 7:11 pm - On Saturday, Feb. 21, the Lombard Historical Society will present “Celebrating the Lunar New Year” with Yvonne Wolf. It is a holiday observed by about 20% of the world's population, yet many are unfamiliar with how it is celebrated.