the arts and culture
a rich history
with the community
the jackpot
along the waterfront
in the luxury
for the holidays
the latest trends
a night at the game
the famous Route 66
You don’t have to visit Chicago to enjoy a first-rate show. As a spectacular entertainment venue, an historical treasure, and a magnet for the country’s best performers, Joliet’s Rialto Square Theatre surprises and enthralls. Throughout the summer, the Rialto is open for daily tours and organ concerts, Monday through Friday at 10am & noon.
The Joliet Area Historical Museum & Route 66 Welcome Center is a state-of-the-art facility that promotes awareness, understanding and preservation of the Joliet area’s diverse history. Come learn about the famous Route 66, the NASA engineer and Joliet native John C. Houbolt, and much more! Their summer rooftop music series is a must-see for a night on the town.
From local visitors to international travelers, Route 66 still captures the imaginations of all who seek adventure. In Joliet, learn about the beloved “Main Street of America” at the city’s many old highway attractions and experience what it’s like to be a cross-country road-tripper, then and now. Walking, driving, and Gas Pump tours are available.
If you want to see where racing champions are made, come down to the Chicagoland Speedway, the largest sports complex in Illinois, which will host two major NASCAR events this summer. From stars like Dale Earnhardt Jr. to the ever popular Danica Patrick (a Roscoe, Ill. native), Chicagoland Speedway is nothing but non-stop fun.
The Joliet Park District is a ninety-year old park system with a wide range of institutions and facilities, from nature centers to conservatories to sports complexes. In the summer, the park system is always teeming with activity for locals and visitors alike. The park is also home to the popular Splash Station Waterpark and the annual Taste of Joliet food festival.
The all-new Hollywood Casino Joliet features a brand-new pavilion, updated hotel accommodations and an expanded gaming floor with more action than ever before. Discover over 20 tables from blackjack to craps, roulette, mini-baccarat, Caribbean Stud and the hottest live-action poler. Enter a world of bright lights and incredible action featuring over 1,100 state-of-the-art slot machines.
This historical river-front park will continue to host its annual “Concert on the Hill” series, featuring local musicians and providing entertainment for the whole family. The park also hosts drama workshops, theatre events and other musical performances all summer long.
Ideally situated on the Des Plaines riverfront in downtown Joliet, Harrah’s Casino is a full-service casino enterprise with premier gaming, hotel, entertainment and dining amenities. Harrah’s 40,000 square foot casino floor houses over 1,138 slot machines, 25 gaming tables and so much more!
The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate (1873 National Historic Landmark) is a distinctive, unique setting for special occasions including wedding ceremonies, receptions, dinners, luncheons, and showers. A beautiful Estate for your beautiful day. Social occasions hosted at the award winning Jacob Henry Mansion Estate are custom designed and offer an ideal setting for business or pleasure.
Located in Joliet, Illinois, Louis Joliet Mall is located just an hour southwest of Chicago. The mall offers great shopping at four department stores: Carson Pirie Scott, JCPenney, Macy’s and Sears, and includes a full-line up of stores like Aéropostale, American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Charming Charlie, Express, Kay Jewelers, MC Sports, Victoria’s Secret.
There’s nothing like a summer midwest ball game. Come cheer on the Joliet Slammers, Joliet’s premier minor league baseball team, as they reach for their second Frontier League Championship at Silver Cross Field. It’s an easy, affordable and fun way to make some memories this season.
