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A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!The festivities continue on Saturday with the Wine Festival in the Old Central School Lot. Experience an afternoon of fine wine tastings paired with delectable small bites crafted to complement every pour. Indulge in wine tastings from some of the country's best, award-winning wineries, enjoy live music throughout the day, watch chef demonstrations, and savor delicious small bites. Explore the 2025 season launch of the Farmer and Makers Market, shop artisanal goods, and enjoy live music that sets the perfect backdrop to this celebration of food and wine.
Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a casual sipper, this festival promises something for everyone. Come for the food, stay for the wine, and celebrate the vibrant community spirit that makes Ottawa unique.
Tickets: $40 each – includes multiple wine tastings, access to live entertainment, chef demos, and more!
Gather your friends and raise a glass to an extraordinary day of food, wine, and fun in the heart of historic downtown Ottawa. Don't wait – get your tickets now before they sell out.