Good morning, Joliet.

Joliet Central celebrated homecoming with a parade — featuring its marching band — in Downtown Joliet on Sept.

27.

Haunted house season is in full swing across northern Illinois as a guide highlights spots like Aurora’s Basement of the Dead and Old Joliet Prison Haunted House—where visitors get interactive scares and varied spooky setups.

Ticket prices start at $15 and many attractions run on weekends and select weekdays through early November.

Horticulture educator Nancy Kuhajda will host Grow Your Own Garlic classes from 6 to 7 p.m. on Oct 9 in Joliet, Oct 15 in Bourbonnais, and Oct 16 in Morris—each class offers a $15 kit with five garlic cloves, growing tips, and recipes while registration is due on the day of the event.

City officials in Joliet hired outside lawyers in spring to investigate operational deviations at Bicentennial Park and placed park manager Lori Carmine on administrative leave; they are also reviewing park programming with the opening of City Square downtown — officials stress that the park remains city-owned and is not for sale.

High school Week 5 football games saw several local teams secure wins with standout plays, as St. Francis beat Providence 47-35 with senior quarterback Brock Phillip throwing four touchdown passes and Montini reached its 15th straight victory—other teams like Nazareth, Hinsdale Central and Wheaton Warrenville South also posted strong performances across the matchups.

Classic Seger: Travelin' Man 2025 World Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $41.50 — Experience the legendary sounds of Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band with a thrilling live performance.

Stone & Steel Spooky 5K

8 a.m. — Joliet Downtown Property — Registration fee applicable — Dress in your best Halloween costume and run through historic Joliet.

The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $32.50 — Experience the timeless music of The Beatles with spot-on renditions by an award-winning tribute band.

Tenth Annual Miles of Possibility Route 66 Conference

5 PM - 4 PM — Joliet Area Historical Museum — Registration open — Explore the significance of Route 66 with insightful talks and activities.

Camping 101 Workshop

5:30-7 p.m. — Camp Bullfrog Lake — Free entry — Learn essential camping skills in a fun, informative workshop for all ages.

Jay White: The Sweet Caroline Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $35 — Experience the world’s most authentic Neil Diamond concert celebration featuring Jay White and musical excellence.

Stayin Alive - Bee Gees Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — Tickets from $24.50 — Experience the ultimate homage to the Bee Gees with hits like 'Stayin' Alive' and 'How Deep Is Your Love'.

STEAM Spooktacular: Mystery at the Museum

11 AM – 2 PM — Joliet Area Historical Museum — Free entry — Solve a Halloween mystery while exploring interactive STEAM activities for family fun.

Bat: A Meat Loaf Celebration

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Square Theatre — $56, $45, $35 — Experience the only authentic reimagining of Meat Loaf's legendary music with his official band.