This weekend in Will County, IL

Deepen your yoga practice and renew body, mind, and spirit in the tranquil setting of the Portiuncula Center for Prayer in Frankfort, about 36 miles southwest of Chicago. Handcrafted vegan meals and time to walk a sacred labyrinth are included, and St. Francis Woods offers a 50-acre landscape of peaceful sitting areas, grassy knolls, fountains, a creek, and hiking trails stewarded by the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart. The retreat centers on the eight limbs of yoga, rooting practice in ethics, philosophy, breathwork, and concentration, all aimed at settling the mind to reveal a steady inner calm. Sessions include chanting and an abundance of postures. Yoga Nidra provides deep relaxation, a practice praised by Sri Dharma Mittra, and Psychic Development is offered to help put power behind your thoughts. A special Maha Sadhana, a complete practice, is also included and is followed by lunch. Instruction is based on Dharma Yoga, the comprehensive healing method associated with NYC-based teacher Sri Dharma Mittra. It integrates postures, pranayama, Yoga Nidra, philosophy, and meditation, opens the body quickly, and is accessible to every level, including newcomers. Variations are provided so each participant can feel comfortable while still engaging with an appropriate challenge.

Taft School in Lockport hosts the fourth annual fall craft and vendor fair, an indoor marketplace featuring more than 50 local crafters and vendors. Explore a wide selection of handmade goods, browse popular vendor booths, discover student-made creations, and enjoy tasty treats. The event is family friendly and offers something for all ages. For vendor applications, use only taftcraftfair90@gmail.com. Be cautious of scam posts that claim to offer spots, and report anything suspicious so it can be removed promptly.

A craft and vendor fair is coming soon to Trinity Lutheran New Lenox VBS in New Lenox.

Costumes meet competition at a Halloween themed, double elimination pickleball tournament where every team plays at least two games. Teams are invited to suit up in their best Halloween outfits, and a schedule will be provided to captains in advance through Team Sideline. Cash awards include $500 for the champions, $200 for the runner up, and $200 for the best team costume. All proceeds benefit the New Lenox Community Park District Scholarship Program, which helps New Lenox families participate in a variety of park district programs.

Prepare your RV for winter at a seminar focused on practical winterization. Learn key steps to safeguard your rig during cold weather, along with tips to prevent common problems and keep systems in good shape throughout the season. The session welcomes both first-time and experienced RV owners, offering guidance to help everyone feel confident about the process.

Settle in for a crop and craft day in the Manhattan Village Hall Community Room. A $15, nonrefundable reservation secures your own 5 to 6 foot table, with bright lighting, free WiFi, and plenty of power outlets. The space is on the main floor with no stairs, so loading and unloading from the parking lot is simple. Cropping tools will be available to use, and select inventory will be on site for purchase. Bottled water, a bag of ice, and M&M’s will be provided, and there are many nearby restaurants for meal breaks. Please bring a snack or appetizer to share. Registered attendees will receive an email the week of the event to coordinate food so there is a good variety. Event fees can be paid by cash, check, PayPal, or Zelle. Contact the organizer by DM, text, call, or email with any questions or to request specific tools or supplies, and allow about 10 days if an item needs to be ordered.

WaterShed Cafe in Mokena hosts a class from Drover’s Trail that builds on Koren’s popular sourdough lessons. The session covers essential bread making techniques and shows how to add flavors such as cinnamon swirl, cheddar and jalapeno, and garlic parmesan. Koren also demonstrates ways to put extra dough to use, with recipes provided for cheese crackers, brownies, cinnamon rolls, and more. Sourdough starters, gluten free starters, bread, and other products will be available for purchase at the event. This is a free event.

A live animal presentation from Incredible Bats features a bat, a rat, a tarantula, snakes, and other critters. The program celebrates the Halloween season while sharing the many benefits of bats and other unique animals. Since 1996, Incredible Bats has promoted bat education throughout the Midwest. This free event is open to everyone and offers the chance to see these creatures up close and learn something new.

This event features a yoga flow led by Megan V., followed by wine and conversation at Bishops Hill Winery. The cost is $20 and covers the class plus one drink of your choice from selections 1 through 8, with Clear Lake Cabernet not included. Pre-registration is requested. The class is held outdoors in warm weather and moves indoors during colder months or if the weather is poor. Please bring a mat.

Card enthusiasts are invited to the debut Trading Card Show at Dukes Drive-In, welcoming kids, families, and collectors of all ages. Admission is free, and vendors may set up at no cost with an advance reservation, with 40 spaces available. Browse Pokémon, baseball, football, and basketball cards, plus more from a variety of sellers. Raffle drawings take place every 20 minutes, capped by three ETBs as grand prizes.

The event features an uninterrupted set, preceded by an opening performance from guest artist Paul Strolia.

This local Union Arena event features best-of-one Swiss rounds at 35 minutes each. The entry fee is $8, and entry includes one TP and a pack. Prizing awards a Winner's Card to the top four and follows a pack-per-head structure. Typically, an undefeated record receives the largest share of the prize pool, X-1 records split prizing, and second place receives a Winner Pack. All prizing is subject to change. Registration is handled through the BandiTCG+ app.

Open Ranch offers a calm, family-friendly petting zoo experience with admission waived for the remainder of the year. Visitors can wander the grounds, get to know rescued horses and ponies, say hello to Cici the cow, watch the pigs explore, spend time with the goats, and visit chickens and other birds. There are chances to learn about the rescue mission and the unique stories of the animals in care. Feed containers are available for $1. The setting is intended as a simple, gentle place to slow down and share time with animals while fostering a sense of connection.

Historic Downtown Lockport hosts The Trackside Halloween Market, offering haunting festivities for all ages. Attendees can look forward to music, opportunities to shop, food trucks, and more in celebration of the season. Costumes are welcomed, and there could even be a ghostly presence to stumble upon.

This event features Grace and John at Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm.

This four week prenatal yoga series is created for people in their second and third trimesters. It offers a supportive setting to move with care as your body changes, build strength and stability, ease common discomforts, and prepare both physically and emotionally for the weeks ahead. Each class blends mindful movement with pregnancy appropriate strengthening, gentle flow, breath practices, meditation, and restorative time. You will learn ways to support the pelvic floor and core, refine posture, release tension in the hips and lower back, and work safely with balance and stability. Modifications are offered so you can continue moving comfortably as pregnancy progresses. For those nearing birth, sessions also explore relaxation, breathing techniques, and comfortable positions that can become part of a personal toolkit for labor, recovery, and the transition into postpartum life. The series also makes room to connect with your body, your baby, and a community of expecting parents. Each week includes time to check in, notice what has changed, and respond to what your body needs without pressure to perform. Over the four weeks, you can expect pregnancy safe strength and mobility, pelvic floor awareness, core support with options for diastasis recti, hip and low back support, balance and posture work, breathwork, meditation, and relaxation, guidance that nurtures connection between mind, body, and baby, practical tools for labor, birth, and postpartum recovery, and adaptable movements for a changing body. Intended for second and third trimester pregnancies. Please obtain clearance from your OB or healthcare provider before participating, and share any complications or changes with the instructor in advance.

Celebrate the final van night of 2026 with a Halloween party at Soundgrowler Brewing Co. in Tinley Park. Expect a family-friendly evening with a trunk-or-treat for kids and adults, costumes encouraged, and awards for the best decorated van and the brightest lights. Those taking part in trunk-or-treat can bring candy to share. Presented by No Witnesses Van Club in partnership with Soundgrowler Brewing Co., this monthly gathering highlights unique vans alongside craft beer and tacos. Parking is reserved for vans only and all vans are welcome, while spectators are encouraged to enjoy a show-n-shine and brite-n-shine style showcase. There is a patio and grass area for outdoor eating and drinking. Outside alcohol is not permitted, and supporting the host by purchasing food and drinks at the venue helps keep these events going. This is a van-focused night rather than an all-make or all-model cruise, and it will be held rain or shine with club vans on site.

At The Forge in Joliet, this tribute show spotlights three acts on one stage. The Offering honors Sleep Token, Common Courtesy covers songs by A Day To Remember, and City of Evil brings the music of Avenged Sevenfold. Attendees can hear live renditions from each catalog in a single concert experience.

Returning to the Roxy Theater in Lockport, The Fortunate Sons present a faithful celebration of Creedence Clearwater Revival. This all-ages concert recreates the look, sound, and feel of CCR at their peak with vintage instruments, era-appropriate attire, and tight musicianship for an immersive experience. The set draws from the band’s remarkable run of chart-toppers, with favorites such as Bad Moon Rising, Proud Mary, Have You Seen the Rain?, Green River, Lookin’ Out My Back Door, Run Through the Jungle, Up Around the Bend, and Fortunate Son. A one-night salute to the music and legacy of CCR.

Jamo's Live hosts a tribute packed with favorites from Taylor Swift's Fearless era. Expect a lively crowd of Swifties ready to sing and dance. One ticket covers the full evening with both an early show and a late show, so there are no separate admissions for each set. Attendees can catch one performance or enjoy both, with the same ticket valid all evening. Advance admission is $10, and the door price is $15.

Explore seasonal offerings from Bothwell Farms at the Frankfort Country Market. In spring, find garden starts like flowers, vegetable seedlings, herbs, and hanging baskets. From spring through fall, shop a variety of fresh vegetables. As autumn settles in, look for pumpkins, straw bales, corn stalks, and winter squash.

Chupacabra Games Joliet is celebrating the launch of the latest Disney Lorcana set, Hyperia City. Entry is $35 and players receive six packs to build their decks. The event is capped at three rounds, with a pack awarded for each win. Registration is available online or in store.

A no-cost Trunk or Treat in the church parking lot offers candy for everyone, including allergy-friendly treats. The pumpkin patch will also be available to explore. To volunteer a trunk, contact the office at info@gracenewlenox.org.

One Piece - Sunday Locals features a best-of-one Swiss format with 35 minute rounds. The entry fee is $6, and participants receive 1 TP with entry. Prizing awards Winner's Packs to the top two finishers, and one pack per participant is added to the prize pool. Typically, undefeated players receive the majority of the pot, while one-loss players split prizing. Registration is handled through the BandaiTCG+ app. All prizing is subject to change.

Unwind with Singo at Metro Grill & Bar in Joliet, Illinois. As songs play, mark the matching squares and go for the win. It is free to play.

Alton Brown presents a show at Rialto Square Theatre that includes cooking with shellfish. Exposure may occur through consumption, direct contact, or airborne particles from the cooking process, and shellfish allergies can cause severe reactions, including anaphylaxis. Guests with shellfish allergies should not consume any food and should avoid the front row area. Venue staff are available to assist.