Elgin Community College

As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus's master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is an action-packed mythical adventure “worthy of the gods” (Time Out New York).
September 11,12,13,18,19,20, 2026
Rating: PG

Local Event: The Lightning Thief presented by Fox Valley Theater Company

Kane County

Elgin

Illinois

The Lightning Thief presented by Fox Valley...

As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want,...

The Lightning Thief presented by Fox Valley Theater Company

Julie Hrdlicka

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Amie Schaenzer

St. Charles

McHenry County

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills

Emily Rosca

Geneva

Lake County

Barrington

Huntley

Batavia

Cook County

Palatine

Crystal Lake-Cary

Lake Zurich

DuPage County

Lisa Marie Farver

Wheaton

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Elgin on Friday, August 7th! Note that pizzas will be PAR BAKED, with Pequod’s world-famous caramelized crust and will be available for PICK UP at 5:30pm at Elgin Community College. Pequod's was just named the "Best Pizza in the US" by Yelp!
Order by 12pm on Friday. But don't wait until the last minute to place your order, because these events sell out!
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Local Event: The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is...

The nationally and locally acclaimed Pequod's Pizza is coming to Elgin on Friday, August 7th! Note that pizzas will be PAR...

The famous Pequod's, caramelized crust pizza is heading your way. Order by noon.

Side Street Studio Arts, in conjunction with the City of Elgin and the Downtown Neighborhood Association, announces the third annual AREA 22: Arts, Crafts, &amp; Oddities Fair on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1–7 p.m. on Riverside Drive in downtown Elgin.
Now in its third year, AREA 22 brings together fine art, handmade goods, and the strange, curious, and unexpected for one unforgettable summer afternoon along the Fox River. The outdoor fair will feature a juried lineup of artist-vendors exhibiting and selling their work, live art and sculpture-making, music and entertainment, local food and beverages, and creative experiences for all ages.
Free admission. Free parking. Rain or shine.
“AREA 22 is where downtown Elgin gets weird, wonderful, and wildly creative for the day,” said Side Street Studio Arts co-Founder and Executive Director Tanner Melvin. “It is a full-on celebration of artists, makers, collectors, families, and curious people who want to discover something they have never seen before. Come ready to shop, explore, make things, and leave with a story.”
AREA 22 will also include the unveiling of Elgin’s America 250 public artwork, a permanent sculpture inspired by young Elgin artist Nathan Adeosun’s hopeful vision of a future America rooted in diversity, compassion, creativity, and shared purpose.
“As we build toward our future home at 62 S. Grove Ave., hosting an event right at our back door on Riverside Drive makes perfect sense,” said Melvin. “AREA 22 is an opportunity to celebrate the artists, small businesses, community partners, and creative energy that make downtown Elgin such a special place. We are especially proud to unveil Nathan Adeosun’s America 250 sculpture during the fair—a powerful reminder that young people in our community are already imagining and shaping a more hopeful future.”
Visitors can explore original artwork, handmade crafts, oddities, and one-of-a-kind finds while enjoying food and drinks from local vendors. AREA 22 is designed for seasoned collectors, first-time art buyers, families, curious passersby, and anyone looking for a distinctly Elgin way to spend a summer Saturday.
Side Street Studio Arts advances engagement in the arts by providing inclusive access to exhibition, performance, education, and advocacy resources, because art is important.
For more information about AREA 22 or Side Street Studio Arts programs, visit the Side Street Studio Arts website, call 847-429-2276, or email info@sidestreetstudioarts.org.

Local Event: 3rd Annual AREA 22 Arts, Crafts, & Oddities Fair

3rd Annual AREA 22 Arts, Crafts, & Oddities Fair

Side Street Studio Arts, in conjunction with the City of Elgin and the Downtown Neighborhood Association, announces the third...

Good Templar Park Association

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Gather your crew for real Viking adventure! The World Famous 1893 Viking Ship will be open for the public to explore on Saturday, August 15, 2026!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;This beautiful, full sized, 78 foot long ship was based on a 1000 year buried ship. Hand built in Norway in 1893, "Viking" was sailed by a hardy crew of 12 adventurers non-stop across the entire stormy North Atlantic, to become a star attraction at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.&nbsp;Hear its exciting story; admire its dramatic beauty, engineering and craftsmanship; and learn the secrets of the ancient Viking shipbuilders.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; No advance tickets or reservations are needed. Guided tours led by our friendly and knowledgeable docents&nbsp; will begin every every 15 minutes from 10:00 AM, last tour starts at 3:45 PM. Enjoy our hands-on displays of recreated Viking jewelry, tools, weapons. and historic images. Shop the selection of quality and affordable Viking themed items from our gift shop. You may even meet a Viking or two!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Admission is still just $7 for adults, $4 for teens 13 to 17, and FREE for kids 12 and under.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;NOTE:&nbsp;The ship is in a gravel floored shelter. No flush toilets on site.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;For more info, visit vikingship.us&nbsp;

Local Event: The VIKINGS are COMING!

The VIKINGS are COMING!

        Gather your crew for real Viking adventure! The World Famous 1893 Viking Ship will be open for the public to explore on...

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The VIKINGS are COMING!

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