Things to do in Kane County, Illinois

With its rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and beautiful natural landscapes, Kane County, Illinois, offers a compelling destination for tourists. Whether you're looking to explore the great outdoors, delve into local history, or enjoy live entertainment, Kane County has something for everyone. Plan your visit today and discover the many attractions that make this county a unique and exciting place to explore.

Discover tourist attractions in Kane County, Illinois

Fermilab

What are we made of? How did the universe begin? What secrets do the smallest, most…

Abbey Farms

Abbey Farms is a unique family-friendly agri-tourism farm in Aurora, IL that has been…

Comedy Vault

The Comedy Vault is a hip comedy club offering live standup comedy and entertainment…

The Fox River National Waterway flows through Kane County, Illinois

Festivals & events in Kane County, Illinois

  • February 15, 2025
  • Stolp Island Theatre

Four Legends. One Night. Music History Made. On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins had a chance encounter at Sun Records Studio in Memphis. You may have loved Million Dollar Quartet in 2017 at Paramount Theatre – now imagine it set in Sun Studio…

Waitress

Feb 15
  • February 15, 2025
  • Paramount Theatre

What is more American than apple pie? A small-town waitress with a dream and the ingredients for success! Sugar, butter, flour. These aren’t the only ingredients Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, uses to make her famous pies. Stuck in a small town and a loveless 
marriage, Jenna…

  • March 07, 2025
  • Downtown Aurora

Join the fun in downtown Aurora to celebrate art, music, local business deals and offerings, and our outstanding restaurants. It’s a fun and festive atmosphere where you can shop, dine, relax, and enjoy the evening. First Fridays is a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local…

  • March 09, 2025
  • Batavia Fine Arts Centre

Swifty Fest is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift! Traci Marie & Mike Bruccoleri of the award-winning nationally touring Taylor Swift Eras Tour tribute, Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience will perform the hits and fan favorites acoustically from every single Taylor Era…

Cats

May 01
  • May 01, 2025
  • Paramount Theatre

The most beloved musical in theater history brings the colorful world of Cats to the stage. Inspired by a collection of poems by T.S. Eliot, Cats, the iconic musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber, is a well-loved fantastical journey into the world of Jellicle Cats. Long-time subscribers of Paramount will…