Beloit Heritage Days takes place Sept. 6-8 across much of the city.

The annual Rock Falls River Chase boat race takes place on Saturday on the Rock River at Seward's Riverfront Park.

Crystal Lake hosts the 2nd annual Ice Cream Fest on August 9th from 3-9 p.m. at Main Beach.

The Sycamore Steam show will be held in Sycamore from August 8-11.

The 77th annual Mendota Sweet Corn Festival takes place August 8-11 in Mendota, IL.

Tampico Days take place in Tampico, Illinois July 18-21

Tutty Baker Days is this coming weekend, July 12-14, and offers food, fun and a look into the city of Freeports rich and unique history.

Independence Day fireworks will be on full display tonight at dusk at Shabbona Lake State Park in Shabbona, IL. A full list of July 4th fireworks around our listening area is available at the bottom of the story.

The Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market offers local treats and eats, plus is located near the heart of the city.

The World Wake Association will be holding wakeboarding regional championships in Rockford June 21-23