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Oct 27, 2026
Geneva and St. Charles are both hosting free pumpkin composting events on Nov. 7, giving residents a convenient way to smash or drop off old jack-o’-lanterns so they don't end up in a landfill.
Oct 26, 2026
Local nonprofit Random Acts Matter is bringing a free gingerbread house contest to St. Charles this December — anyone can enter a creation or stop by to vote, hear live music, and visit Santa.
Oct 23, 2026
Batavia’s indoor farmers market kicks off its winter season Oct. 31 at Sturdy Shelter Brewing, with more than 20 local vendors, a few new faces, and breakfast and mimosas every Saturday morning through mid-May.
Oct 20, 2026
BatFest takes over downtown Batavia on Saturday (10/24) with trick-or-treating at 60+ businesses, festive performances, a community parade, and costume contests for kids and pets.
Sep 28, 2026
The semi-annual Vintage Shop Hop returns October 2-3, with vintage and antique shops across the Tri-Cities participating in the two-day road-trip shopping event.
Sep 22, 2026
Four local spots are throwing Oktoberfest parties this weekend, with beer special releases, German food, live music, festive attire, and a few competitive stein-holding contests.
Sep 12, 2026
This roundup covers community events happening during the week of September 14-20, 2026 — plus some exciting happenings to look forward to later in the fall.
Sep 9, 2026
This roundup covers community events happening during the weekend of September 11-13, 2026 — plus some exciting happenings to look forward to later in the fall.
Sep 8, 2026
From a downtown game shop to community clubs and ongoing programs at local libraries, there are plenty of ways to find a mahjong game in the Tri-Cities regardless of your skill level.
Sep 2, 2026
Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley will host a Sept. 17 dinner in Batavia honoring Nelle Fabyan, shedding light on her life's mysterious untold stories and her trailblazing role at the historic Fabyan Villa and Riverbank Estate.
Sep 1, 2026
The Arcada Theatre is celebrating its 100th anniversary on Sunday (9/6) with a centennial parade through downtown St. Charles, plus a special “behind the scenes” experience and a history of rock n’ roll music showcase.
Aug 27, 2026
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is rolling out a new self-guided nature walk program at area preserves, plus monthly yarn art workshops in St. Charles.
From jazz weekend to Thriller on 38 and BatFest, the Tri-Cities' fall calendar is packed with festivals, football, and food — here's a roundup of exciting events worth planning around.
Aug 25, 2026
Check out these family-friendly, farm-focused events near Batavia, Geneva, and St. Charles through October.
Aug 24, 2026
The River Corridor Foundation of St. Charles is bringing its annual Fox River cleanup event back for its eighth year on Sept. 19, hoping to top the 100+ volunteers who helped clear litter from the waterway last year.
Aug 22, 2026
Unity of Fox Valley, a Batavia congregation that started in a kitchen back in 1973, will celebrate 50 years with a special gala and a public concert over Labor Day weekend.
Aug 17, 2026
Geneva's Fox Valley Folk Music and Storytelling Festival will mark 50 years this Labor Day weekend at Wheeler Park, with six stages, a barn dance, and nationally recognized performers.
Aug 15, 2026
Summer isn't over yet. We partnered with Valor Carts to round up the top Tri-Cities events, parks, and neighborhood stops to enjoy before the season winds down, from Concours d'Elegance to Elburn Days and summer concerts.
Aug 13, 2026
On August 25, Power Moves Yoga's new Mom Reboot Retreat packs five hours of rest, movement, and recovery into a single day at their restorative St. Charles studio.
Aug 11, 2026
St. Charles will mark 25 years since 9/11 with a public remembrance ceremony at the Fire Department Memorial Monument on September 11.
Project Mobility's Long Table Dinner returns to the Fox River in St. Charles on Sunday (8/23) for a community celebration and culinary experience supporting local individuals with disabilities.
Jul 29, 2026
This roundup covers community events happening during the weekend of July 31 through the first two weeks of August 2026 — plus some exciting happenings to look forward to later in the summer.
Jul 7, 2026
Distraction-Free Batavia is hosting "Unplug Batavia," a family scavenger hunt built around riddles that lead solvers to six scenic spots around town as a phone-free activity.
Jul 1, 2026
Downtown Batavia is reviving its Boo Boo Days tradition July 10-12, bringing back 1950s-style storefront ads, retro cocktail specials, and sidewalk bargains as part of Windmill City Festival weekend.
Jun 23, 2026
Geneva's free Concerts in the Park will be back for four Wednesdays in July at River Park, and the city's bike committee has organized another group "bike bus" for the July 8 kickoff event.
