Good Templar Park Association

Don't miss the ONLY public Open Day event this month to tour the World Famous 1893 VIKING&nbsp;SHIP! This full sized, 78 foot, oak and iron Viking Ship was hand built in Norway. Its hardy crew of 12 sailed it nonstop though raging storms across the North Atlantic&nbsp; to become a star attraction of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition Chicago. Admire its sleek beauty. Hear its amazing and inspiring story from our friendly and well-reviewed tour guides. Handle our collections of replica Viking tools, jewelry and weapons. And shop our high quality , affordable gift selections. Hours-10 AM to 4:30 PM, last tour starts at 3:45 PM. Tours begin every 15 minutes, no reservations necessary. NO&nbsp;2026 PRICE&nbsp;INCREASE.. Adults still just $7, Teens $4, 12 and under are FREE.Note: The ship is displayed in a graveled floored facility. No flush toilets on site. For more info, visit www.vikingship.us

Local Event: The VIKINGS are COMING!

Kane County

Geneva

Illinois

The VIKINGS are COMING!

Don't miss the ONLY public Open Day event this month to tour the World Famous 1893 VIKING SHIP! This full sized, 78 foot, oak...

Old Republic [Kitchen + Bar]

Oh my gosh, they’re back again; the nostalgia takeover returns! Fool House- The Ultimate 90’s Party: The Millennium Tour is live in concert Saturday, May 16, 8 p.m., at Old Republic Kitchen &amp; Bar, in Elgin, Ill. Covering every iconic jam found on a burned mix CD – from NSYNC to Nirvana, Britney Spears to Blink-182, Missy Elliott to Nelly—Fool House brings dancing, full band musicianship and multimedia live, on stage. This is not just a concert—it’s a full-blown time warp party. 
Tickets start at $19.19. VIP upgrades available. Tickets are available online at wleventim.us or FoolHouseBand.com. Old Republic Kitchen &amp; Bar is located at 155 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123.
The Millennium Tour includes VIP red carpet photo op (Y2K fashion strongly encouraged), pre-show pop culture trivia to test your retro knowledge, pre-show party with curated playlist and video to get you hyped. The night ends with a massive balloon drop.

Local Event: Fool House - The Ultimate 90's Party: The Millennium Tour 

Elgin

Fool House - The Ultimate 90's Party: The...

Oh my gosh, they’re back again; the nostalgia takeover returns! Fool House- The Ultimate 90’s Party: The Millennium Tour is...

Fool House - The Ultimate 90's Party: The Millennium Tour 

Estrellas Del Millennium

Experience the pulse-pounding excitement of professional Lucha Libre Internacional at this high-energy festival featuring stars like Aero Boy, Axel Rico, Rafael Quintero and more. Plus vibrant performances by DJ Mr. Genio y sus Homies, Queen B, and more! This action-packed event brings together top-tier wrestling talent and musical entertainment for an unforgettable celebration of culture and competition including low riders. Viva La Raza! Secure your tickets now via Tickets Four for an incredible evening of lucha libre and music .Doors open at 4pm.

Local Event: Raza Fest 2026; Low Riders, Lucha Libre & Music

Raza Fest 2026; Low Riders, Lucha Libre & Music

Experience the pulse-pounding excitement of professional Lucha Libre Internacional at this high-energy festival featuring stars...

DuPage Event Center & Fairgrounds

Kick off the summer antiques show season on Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9 - 3, at the 4th Annual Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show in Wheaton, Illinois. Dealers from 7 states will gather under one roof to present the best of Americana. This show was held for many decades at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles. The DuPage Event Center &amp; Fairgrounds is now their 'forever' home. Free parking. Good food and plenty of comfortable seating. ATM. Admission of $10 benefits historical preservation projects. Under 15 free.

Free parking.Good food &amp; plenty of comfortable seating. ATM. Admission of $10 benefits historical preservation projects. Under 15 free. 

Produced by:Chicago Suburban Antiques Dealers Association

Local Event: Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show

DuPage County

Wheaton

Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds Antiques Show

Kick off the summer antiques show season on Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9 - 3, at the 4th Annual Fox Valley at the Fairgrounds...

Good Templar Park

Escape to a quiet place among the trees for an enchanting tour of small Swedish cottages and nature. Experience a warm community atmosphere featuring charming architecture and Swedish heritage for only $10 per person, while children under 12 attend for free. Free Parking.&nbsp;

Local Event: Historic Swedish Cottage Walk 

Historic Swedish Cottage Walk 

Escape to a quiet place among the trees for an enchanting tour of small Swedish cottages and nature. Experience a warm...

Amie Schaenzer

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St. Charles

McHenry County

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Emily Rosca

Lake County

Barrington

Huntley

Batavia

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Palatine

Crystal Lake-Cary

Lake Zurich

Lisa Marie Farver

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Saturday, May 16

The VIKINGS are COMING!

MAY

16

10:00 AM

Good Templar Park Association, 528 East Side Dr, Geneva, IL

Sunday, May 17

Raza Fest 2026; Low Riders, Lucha Libre & Music

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17

4:00 PM

Estrellas Del Millennium, 850 N State St, Elgin, IL

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