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Arcada Theatre celebrates 100 years Sept. 6 with Priscilla Presley, Chubby Checker & more

By: Aimee Barrows

Arcada Theatre in St. Charles. (Sandy Bressner - [email protected]) The Arcada Theatre in downtown St.

Fool House-The Ultimate ‘90s Party, Taylor Swift and Beatles tributes, and more at Yorkville's Hometown Days

By: Aimee Barrows

Fool House- The Ultimate 90's Party will perform at Yorkville's Hometown Days Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026. (Photo provided by Fool House- The Ultimate 90's Party)

George Strait, Elton John tribute concerts highlight The Dixon Theatre's September lineup

By: Aimee Barrows

The Rocket Man Show–This is Elton! will be at The Dixon Historic Theatre Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. (Photo provided by The Dixon Historic Theatre )

Will County farmers market season extends into early fall

By: Aimee Barrows

The local outdoor farmers market season continues into September, bringing fresh produce, handmade goods, and more to local downtowns and parks.

Toilet bowl races, live music, parade & more at Maple Park Fun Fest this weekend

By: Aimee Barrows

Team County Line Customs participates in the 2024 Maple Park Fun Fest Toilet Bowl Races on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024 in Maple Park. (Julie Walker for Shaw Local News Network)

Laugh your way through September at The Comedy Vault in Batavia

By: Aimee Barrows

Comedian Jared Freid will be at The Comedy Vault in Batavia Sept. 24-26. (Photo provided by The Comedy Vault)

Raise a Glass: Fall craft beer festivals to check out in northern Illinois in 2026

By: Aimee Barrows

A stein holding contest is held at Yorktoberfest in downtown Yorkville. This year, organizers are anticipating their largest crowds ever. (Photo Provided By Jason Pesola)

Livestock, live music & more: Sandwich Fair returns Sept. 9

By: Aimee Barrows

Stacy James and her horse compete in the barrel racing competition in the horse arena Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, on opening day of the Sandwich Fair. (Mark Busch)

Shinedown, Kane Brown, Daughtry headline McHenry Music Fest Sept. 10-12

By: Aimee Barrows

The 2026 McHenry Music Festival in Petersen Park (pictured) will feature Shinedown, Kane Brown and Daughtry. (kelsey adams)

Where to find game day specials as the Bears kick off the 2026 NFL season Sept. 13

By: Aimee Barrows

Chicago Bears running back Roschon Johnson, left, celebrates scoring a touchdown with wide receiver Zavion Thomas during the second half of a