A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!Bring the whole family and embark on an enchanting journey into the wintry world of Frozen. Sing along to all your favorite songs from the beloved Disney movie, including Let It Go, Do You Want to Build a Snowman, and For the First Time in Forever. Watch Frozen while singing along to all your favorites and meet your favorite princesses and characters. This event promises to delight fans of all ages. Get ready to sing your heart out at the Frozen Sing Along, where the magic of Disney comes to life at The Forge.
We invite you and your little ones to meet some favorite Arandelle characters with our friends from Fairytale Entertainment! Don't let those costumes sit around until Halloween! We welcome you to wear your favorite princess dress, sidekick costume, or other character apparel.