Events
-
-
Glitz Glamour Gorgeous 2 at Gail Borden Public Library
Gail Borden Public Library - Main Branch 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, ILIn celebration of America's 250th birthday, experience Hollywood's golden age through iconic film costumes. The Glitz, Glam & Gorgeous: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Angela Lansbury, Ginger Rogers and more. Main Library First and Second Floors
-
Side Street Studio Arts: “Something Wicked 14” Art Exhibition
Side Street Studio Arts 15 Ziegler Court, Elgin, IL, United StatesExplore a variety of art media whose subject matter is meant to instill a combined sense of wonder, awe, and perhaps a little dread. Over 80 artists will be showcasing their work. Exhibit open to the public October 2nd - November 1st, 2026. Fridays 3pm-7pmSaturdays 12pm-6pmSundays 11am-3pm
-
Side Street Studio Arts Improv Jam
Side Street Studio Arts 15 Ziegler Court, Elgin, IL, United StatesCome out and sharpen your "yes and" skills with the monthly Side Street Improv Jam. Make stuff up and meet new people in a welcoming and weird environment. All levels of improvisers welcome from beginners to seasoned veterans. First half of the evening is short form, the second half, long form. The Improv Jam runs from 7 pm-9:30 pm […]
-
Nightmare on Chicago Street: Nightmare Friday
Downtown Elgin Elgin, ILFor the first time ever, Nightmare on Chicago Street is expanding to TWO NIGHTS. 🔥 Introducing: Nightmare Friday — an all-new concert-driven Nightmare experience hitting downtown Elgin on Friday, Oct. 16. This isn’t a preview night or a smaller version of Saturday. We’re talking nationally recognized music acts, immersive horror, fire performers, bars, food trucks, Cirque, haunted attractions, and all […]
-
Nightmare on Chicago Street 2026: Saturday
Downtown Elgin Elgin, ILFor the first time ever, Nightmare on Chicago Street is expanding to TWO NIGHTS. 🔥 Introducing: Nightmare Friday — an all-new concert-driven Nightmare experience hitting downtown Elgin on Friday, Oct. 16. This isn’t a preview night or a smaller version of Saturday. We’re talking nationally recognized music acts, immersive horror, fire performers, bars, food trucks, Cirque, haunted attractions, and all […]
-
Sugar Skull! – A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure
Elgin Community College Arts Center 1700 Spartan Dr, Elgin, ILVita thinks her family has gone loco planning a celebration for deceased loved ones. Why throw a party for the dead? But when a spirited candy skeleton suddenly springs to life, Vita finds herself on a magical, musical journey to unravel the true meaning of Día de Muertos. An exciting bilingual/bicultural musical for the entire family, with traditional regional music […]
-
Nightmare on Chicago Street: Saturday
Downtown Elgin Elgin, ILFor the first time ever, Nightmare on Chicago Street is expanding to TWO NIGHTS. 🔥 Introducing: Nightmare Friday — an all-new concert-driven Nightmare experience hitting downtown Elgin on Friday, Oct. 16. This isn’t a preview night or a smaller version of Saturday. We’re talking nationally recognized music acts, immersive horror, fire performers, bars, food trucks, Cirque, haunted attractions, and all […]
-
Art Meet-Up at Arts in Bartlett
Arts In Bartlett 215 S Main St, Bartlett, IL, United StatesPush past “artist block” – bring your project to Arts in Bartlett to meet and work with other artists! Our casual and inclusive environment will help inspire and motivate you. Free to attend and open to everyone 16+ Location: Arts in Bartlett, 215 S Main St, Bartlett, IL 60103 Host: Katey Mundorf Registration: None, just come in as you are! […]
Free -
The Music Salon with Jim Kendros at Gail Borden Public Library
Gail Borden Public Library - Main Branch 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, ILEnjoy a presentation on great composers with music researcher Jen Kendros. Main Library Meadows Community Rooms
-
Feminist Craft Circle at Side Street Studio Arts
Side Street Studio Arts 15 Ziegler Court, Elgin, IL, United StatesFeminist Craft Circle at Side Street Studio Arts Tuesday from 6pm - 8pm Sitting together to work on manual crafts has a long history, and for periods was looked down upon as a space for unimportant women’s work. In the past decades, feminist artists have skillfully reappropriated these practices as possible places of empowerment, resistance and protest. This event is […]
-
355: The Women of Washington’s Spy Ring at Gail Borden Public Library
Gail Borden Public Library - Main Branch 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, ILDiscover the women of 355, Washington's spy ring. Co-sponsored by the AAUW-Elgin Area with author Kit Sergeant. Main Library Elgin Room.
-
Chip & Cupcake Dueling Pianos at 120Live Bartlett
120 Live Bartlett 120 W. Bartlett Ave., Bartlett, IL, United StatesJoin 120 Live Bartlett on Friday, October 23rd to request a song and sing along with Chicagoland's favorite husband-and-wife Dueling Pianos Team! This husband‑and‑wife team brings 35+ years of collective experience to every performance, reading the crowd and turning any room into a full‑on party. With thousands of songs at the ready, a flair for spontaneous comedy, and an audience‑driven […]
