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.
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!
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.
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.
09/22/2023 by Ale Trail
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Garage Band Brewing Company
Plainfield, IL
Malibu Bay Breeze
Specialty Cocktail
Crafted with Mali...READ MORE
09/18/2023 by Jared Smith
Celebrate one of Northern Illinois' largest and longest-running festivals on October 7th & 8th in the Village of North Utica. Burgoo Festival is a great event to bring your entire family and friends to celebrate the start of Fall. Established in 1969, the B...READ MORE
09/15/2023 by Ale Trail
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Evil Horse Brewing Company
Crete, IL
Schottenhamel
Oktoberfest style-lager - 6.8%
A rich malty Marzen ...READ MORE
09/15/2023 by Lauren Las
John Mulaney & Pete Davidson will be at Rialto Square Theatre on Sunday, October 8. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 19 at 10 AM.
John Mulaney is a two-time Emmy and WGA award-winning writer, actor, and comedian. Mulaney can be seen in his latest Netflix stand up...READ MORE
09/14/2023 by Jared Smith
Get up and dance during the Summer Street Concerts Down on Main in Princeton, IL. Grab your friends, family, and lawn chair for an evening of live music and food trucks beginning at 6:00 PM. The concerts will be located on South Main St, between Peru St & Marion St. Admi...READ MORE
09/11/2023 by Mariah Scott
The state's largest wine festival returns to North Utica this year!
Make plans to travel to Carey Memorial Park in Downtown Utica on Saturday, September 16th, from 11 a.m. - to 6 p.m. and Sunday, September 17th, from noon - to 5 p.m. During this two-day event, s...READ MORE
09/07/2023 by Ale Trail
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New Releases & Old Favorites
Tangled Roots Brewing Company
Lockport, IL & Ottawa, IL
Walk to Remembeer
Blonde Ale - 4.5%
Brewed...READ MORE
09/05/2023 by Jared Smith
Eat sweets and listen to business pitches!
Plan a day in Lockport, IL, on Sunday, September 17th, to tour Lockport's eateries and watch children pitch their startup businesses! Whether you want to taste something new or watch children develop a brand, this is th...READ MORE
09/01/2023 by Ale Trail
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New Releases & Old Favorites
RT66 Old School Brewing Company
Wilmington, IL
Out of the Woods
Pilsner
They named it after a loc...READ MORE
08/28/2023 by Jared Smith
Celebrate Pluto Fest along with some tasty food.
Plan a weekend in Streator to celebrate Pluto Fest and the Streator Walldogs Food Truck Festival on Saturday, September 16th, in Streator's City Park, starting at 11 AM. This event is free and will coincide with the far...READ MORE
08/28/2023 by Jared Smith
For Immediate Release: August 15, 2023
Raise Awareness for Alzheimer's Disease!
The Alzheimer’s Association will partner with Star Union Spirits to raise money for Alzheimer's Awareness by releasing a limited Single Barrel American Brandy. Net proce...READ MORE
08/27/2023 by Lauren Las
Rebuild Illinois Cultural Capital Planning Grants - due 10/25/23
IDNR Open Space Land Acquisition and Development Grants - due 8/31/23
Rebuild Illinois Cultural Capital Planning Grants
The purpose of the Rebuild Illinois Cultural Capital Planning Grants is t...READ MORE
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