Mistwood Golf Club brings a legit links vibe to our backyard with St. Andrews-style sod-wall bunkers, an 18-hole layout that rewards nerve,…
1700 W Renwick Rd (Romeoville)
“Mistwood Golf Club brings a legit links vibe to our backyard with St. Andrews-style sod-wall bunkers, an 18-hole layout that rewards nerve, and an award-winning renovation that feels like a private track without the pretense.”
From the Plainfield newsletter, September 18, 2026
Legacy Adventure Park turns paintball and airsoft into a full-on adventure, with seven themed fields across 66 acres of forests, lakes, and…
2807 Canal St (Lockport)
“Legacy Adventure Park turns paintball and airsoft into a full-on adventure, with seven themed fields across 66 acres of forests, lakes, and cliffside views plus movie-quality sets and tech. Grab the crew for low-impact paintball or Archery Tag, ride the shuttle, then refuel at the lakeside café and bar.”
Bolingbrook Golf Club serves up an 18-hole championship track by Arthur Hills and Steve Forrest, featuring a true island green par 3 and a…
2001 Rodeo Dr (Bolingbrook)
“Bolingbrook Golf Club serves up an 18-hole championship track by Arthur Hills and Steve Forrest, featuring a true island green par 3 and a 600-yard par 5. Tune up at the driving range and Golf Academy, then cap it at The Nest Bar & Grill, because swing tweaks go better with snacks.”
Links At Carillon Golf Course keeps locals happy with a well-kept 27-hole public layout, wallet-friendly rates, a proper range, and a…
21200 S Carillon Dr (Plainfield)
“Links At Carillon Golf Course keeps locals happy with a well-kept 27-hole public layout, wallet-friendly rates, a proper range, and a signature par-5 called The Gauntlet that actually lives up to the name. Bonus, Golf Digest tagged it a Best Places to Play pick.”
From the Plainfield newsletter, September 15, 2026
Lucky Strike Romeoville packs 48 lanes, a sprawling arcade, laser tag, billiards, and lively sports-bar vibes into one easy hang. Perfect…
735 Center Blvd (Romeoville)
“Lucky Strike Romeoville packs 48 lanes, a sprawling arcade, laser tag, billiards, and lively sports-bar vibes into one easy hang. Perfect for league nights, kids’ birthdays, or spontaneous frames, and you can reserve a lane online before the bowling itch hits.”
K1 Speed Mokena brings head-to-head indoor racing with all-electric adult and junior karts on two challenging tracks, then keeps the fun…
8580 Springlake Dr (Mokena)
“K1 Speed Mokena brings head-to-head indoor racing with all-electric adult and junior karts on two challenging tracks, then keeps the fun rolling in a neon-soaked arcade. Refuel at the Paddock Lounge with crave-worthy classics and a post-race toast, then grab that podium photo.”
The Will County Fairgrounds is revving up for the Will County Fair, Aug 26 to 30, with tractor pulls, a knockout demo derby, the IPRA…
710 S West St (Peotone)
“The Will County Fairgrounds is revving up for the Will County Fair, Aug 26 to 30, with tractor pulls, a knockout demo derby, the IPRA rodeo, a Beer Pavilion, and a delightfully chaotic ping pong drop. Put it on the group calendar before someone schedules another garage cleanout.”
When the humidity gets rude, Splash Pad at Community Park keeps the little tornadoes busy with jets, sprays, and plenty of space to sprint…
FRC8+MV6, 23304 W McClintock Rd (Channahon)
“When the humidity gets rude, Splash Pad at Community Park keeps the little tornadoes busy with jets, sprays, and plenty of space to sprint between bursts of water. It’s an easy, no-planning-needed way to burn off energy and maybe even guarantee a blissfully quiet ride home.”
Rage Cage Joliet is the local spot to release the pressure in a safe, controlled space. Book a smash or paint session, rally friends for…
173 N Chicago St (Joliet)
“Rage Cage Joliet is the local spot to release the pressure in a safe, controlled space. Book a smash or paint session, rally friends for party or group packages, or grab a gift certificate or membership... a legit reset for when the week gets loud.”
Opened in 1931, Inwood Golf Course is a classic Joliet Park District track where fast greens, water on the front nine, and tight targets…
3200 W Jefferson St (Joliet)
“Opened in 1931, Inwood Golf Course is a classic Joliet Park District track where fast greens, water on the front nine, and tight targets reward smart course management and crisp irons. Book a tune-up with private lessons, then see if that short game is as smooth as you claim.”
Members swear by White Eagle Golf Club for 27 holes across three nines that play like a choose-your-own challenge, plus a legit dining…
3400 Club Dr (Naperville)
“Members swear by White Eagle Golf Club for 27 holes across three nines that play like a choose-your-own challenge, plus a legit dining scene and an active social calendar. If you want a club that feels like a community with golf at the center, this one delivers.”
Opened in 1926, Woodruff Golf Course is the oldest of the Joliet Park District’s three courses, scenic and well manicured with sweeping…
621 Gougar Rd (Joliet)
“Opened in 1926, Woodruff Golf Course is the oldest of the Joliet Park District’s three courses, scenic and well manicured with sweeping elevation changes and small greens that keep you honest. When you need a low-key local escape that rewards smart shots over sheer power, put it on your midweek list.”
Family-owned for 65 years and voted Best Bowling Alley in Will County seven years running, Joliet Town & Country Lanes nails that classic…
2231 W Jefferson St (Joliet)
“Family-owned for 65 years and voted Best Bowling Alley in Will County seven years running, Joliet Town & Country Lanes nails that classic league-night-meets-open-bowl vibe.”
Jacob Henry Mansion brings big-day charm to Joliet with an 1873 National Historic Landmark backdrop, the Victorian Ballroom, and the Old…
20 S Eastern Ave (Joliet)
“Jacob Henry Mansion brings big-day charm to Joliet with an 1873 National Historic Landmark backdrop, the Victorian Ballroom, and the Old Central Church.”
Make Naperbrook Golf Course your local escape, a links-style track with rolling hills, native prairie grasses and ten ponds across a…
22204 W 111th St (Plainfield)
“Make Naperbrook Golf Course your local escape, a links-style track with rolling hills, native prairie grasses and ten ponds across a 6,755-yard, par 72 layout with four sets of tees, big greens, a double green and sneaky bunkers, plus a 10-acre range, year-round PGA lessons and a patio worthy of post-round stories.”
Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club keeps your week interesting with tee times, a range, and golf simulators when the weather plays games. After…
19433 Renwick Rd (Crest Hill)
“Prairie Bluff Public Golf Club keeps your week interesting with tee times, a range, and golf simulators when the weather plays games. After the round, the dining menu brings rotating specials, plus catering and banquets if your crew turns nine holes into a party.”
Whether your crew loves peeking at turtles, fish, and other resident critters, or needs a new playground to conquer, Knoch Knolls Nature…
320 Knoch Knolls Rd (Naperville)
“Whether your crew loves peeking at turtles, fish, and other resident critters, or needs a new playground to conquer, Knoch Knolls Nature Center hits the sweet spot. Kid-focused exhibits, an aquarium, and seasonal programs like Creepy Critters Month and guided hikes make it an easy local go-to.”
From the Naperville newsletter, September 29, 2026
Whether you're chasing a legit test or just want an afternoon that makes you actually use every club, Wedgewood Golf Course brings large…
5001 Caton Farm Rd (Plainfield)
“Whether you're chasing a legit test or just want an afternoon that makes you actually use every club, Wedgewood Golf Course brings large undulating greens, numerous bunkers, and water on ten holes. Par 72, 6,923 yards, and wind that keeps you honest... perfect Joliet golf therapy.”
From the Plainfield newsletter, September 22, 2026
If your crew needs a quick summer cool-down without the drive, Heritage Falls Water Park has the splash pad for littles, a deep-end with…
101 Troxel Ave (Romeoville)
“If your crew needs a quick summer cool-down without the drive, Heritage Falls Water Park has the splash pad for littles, a deep-end with diving boards for show-offs, two slides for the brave, and plenty of deck space to sprawl while the kids lap the pool or catch a Dive-In Movie.”
Old Joliet Prison serves up gritty, real-deal history with tours that take you behind the walls of the 1858 lockup made famous by The Blues…
1125 Collins St (Joliet)
“Old Joliet Prison serves up gritty, real-deal history with tours that take you behind the walls of the 1858 lockup made famous by The Blues Brothers. Operated by the Joliet Area Historical Museum, it’s a legit hometown field trip for curious minds, photographers, and anyone who loves a good story.”
Bring your crew this week to Duly Health And Care Field for crack-of-the-bat drama, goofy between-inning antics, and ballpark bites that…
1 Mayor Art Schultz Dr (Joliet) · ✓ checked Aug 4
“Bring your crew this week to Duly Health And Care Field for crack-of-the-bat drama, goofy between-inning antics, and ballpark bites that somehow taste better under the lights. It’s the low-key Joliet outing you forget you love, perfect for a weeknight reset or spontaneous weekend cheer.”
Broken Arrow Golf Club gives you three distinct 9s, a full driving range, and plenty of bar-and-grill refueling at the Broken Arrow Grill.…
16325 Broken Arrow Dr (Lockport)
“Broken Arrow Golf Club gives you three distinct 9s, a full driving range, and plenty of bar-and-grill refueling at the Broken Arrow Grill. Warm up, play 9, 18 or all 27, then stay for a low-key clubhouse hang that feels very Joliet-local.”
