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    Corn Classic 10K & 5K Race Weekend

    Corn Classic weekend is better than ever! Run the Corn Classic (5k or 10k) in the morning, followed by a post-race celebration that will take place… Read more about Corn Classic 10K & 5K Race Weekend
  • Show more in category of Bird & Eagle Watching

    Eagle Watch Weekend

    Eagle Watch Weekend is a two-day, family-friendly event in Starved Rock Country that celebrates the American Bald Eagle in Illinois. Read more about Eagle Watch Weekend
  • Show more in category of Ice Skating

    Ice Skating at The Loading Dock Ice Rink

    Lace up your skates and take to the ice at The Loading Dock Ice Rink! Read more about Ice Skating at The Loading Dock Ice Rink
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    Winter Wonderland Ice Rink

    Orland Park's Winter Wonderland ice rink is open for the season! Come join us! Read more about Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
  • Show more in category of Concerts

    Jackyl at the Lincoln Square Theater

    Lincoln Square Theater •  Nov 21 @ 7PM

    Jackyl and Noise Pollution promise an unforgettable evening of unrestrained rock. Read more about Jackyl at the Lincoln Square Theater
  • Show more in category of Holidays

    The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees 2024

    The Interstate Center •  Nov 21 – Nov 23 @ 4PM

    The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees is a long-standing community tradition that has been providing critical funding for local children’s programs for 29 years. Read more about The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees 2024
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    Quad Cities Winter Lights

    Quad City Botanical Center •  Nov 21 – Nov 24 @ 5PM

    The gardens will be in winter bloom with over 250,000 glowing lights during the eighth annual Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Company at the QC… Read more about Quad Cities Winter Lights
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    Big Ten Football - Northwestern University

    Lanny and Sharon Martin Stadium, Northwestern University •  Sep 06 – Nov 30

    The Northwestern Wildcats are back at a special location right on Lake Michigan this season! Watch Chicago's Big Ten Team and fall college football at its… Read more about Big Ten Football - Northwestern University

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