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Balmoral Park Race Track
Balmoral Park Race Track Top Attraction!
Scenic in Crete, IL USA

Club Dining Room, VIP room, Casual Grandstand or Stable Suite Packages and luxurious private Sulky Suites available. Complimentary admission to Grandstand and Group Discounts.


Fairmount Race Track
Fairmount Race Track Top Attraction!
Scenic in Collinsville, IL USA

This one-mile oval track designed like Churchill Downs awas originally biult in the early ninteen hundreds. Thoroughbred racing season runs April through September.

The Catchup Bottle
The Catchup Bottle Top Attraction!
Historic Site in Collinsville, IL USA

Looming over Collinsville, this is an internationally known roadside attraction that was even mentionin the the Twilight film. The World's Largest Catsup Bottle« stands proudly next to Route 159, just south of downtown Collinsville, Illinois. This unique 170 ft. tall water tower was built in 1949 by the W.E. Caldwell Company for the G.S.

Cahokia Mounds
Cahokia Mounds Top Attraction!
Historic Site in Collinsville, IL USA

The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. A World Treasure In 1982, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), designated Cahokia Mounds a World Heritage Site for its importance to our understanding of the prehistory of North America.

 Ethnic Heritage Museum/Graham Ginestra House
Ethnic Heritage Museum/Graham Ginestra House things to do on a rainy day in Rockford, IL
Museum in Rockford, IL USA

Six Ethnic Galleries and Historic Graham Ginestra House ETHNIC HERITAGE MUSEUM and GRAHAM-GINESTRA HOUSE ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS Registration: Ethnic Heritage Museum Welcome Center 1129 So. Main St. Rockford, Illinois 61101 Hours: Sundays 2-4 p.m. Call 815 962-7402 to schedule a docent guided group tour other week days.


#1 Chicago Tours
#1 Chicago Tours
Segway PT Tour in Chicago, IL USA

The most fun tours in Chicago!

$120 spa day relaxation package
$120 spa day relaxation package things to do on a rainy day in Chicago, IL
Massage and Spa in Chicago, IL USA

$120 SPA DAY FOR UNLTIMATE RELAXATION Massage, faial, manicure and pedicure. An appointment is required by calling (312)421-4887. Ideal for one, couples or group party. Let us relax you today.

$120 SPA RELAXATION DAY
$120 SPA RELAXATION DAY things to do on a rainy day in Chicago, IL
Massage and Spa in Chicago, IL USA

Massage facial manicure pedicure You deserve relaxation! Massage,facial manicure pedicure The perfect way to reduce stress and feel your best.3 hours of complete spa experience. Professional spa experts will take care of you head to toe.

“The Adventures of Robin Hood” Film Presented in Rare Print
“The Adventures of Robin Hood” Film Presented in Rare Print things to do on a rainy day in Chicago, IL
Concert in Chicago, IL USA



Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours
Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours
Tour in Chicago, IL USA

Take a Segway Tour along the Lakefront and through the Parks Come tour Chicago on an exciting Segway tour adventure. While gliding effortlessly, enjoy the Lakefront and learn the history of our city on this exciting and informative Chicago segway tour conducted by our friendly and professional tour guides.

Alto Vineyards
Alto Vineyards
Recreation in Champaign, IL USA

Taste some of the finest wines produced in the US at Alto Vineyards. Whether you need a bottle or a glass, this award winning wine, produced locally, is sure to refresh your taste buds and offer you a little piece of heaven. The Renzaglia Family welcomes you to Alto Vineyards and invites you to taste some of the finest wines produced in the US. Whether you need a bottle of wine, that special gift or just want to unwind with a glass of our finest, come join us.

Archeology Day
Archeology Day
Recreation in Kampsville, IL USA

Center for American Archeology's annual all ages open house You’re invited to join the Center for American Archeology in celebrating 70 years of archeology.

Bronzeville Children's Museum
Bronzeville Children's Museum things to do on a rainy day in Chicago, IL
Childrens Museum in Chicago, IL USA

The first and only African American children's museum in the country. Our philosophy of building children's minds is reinforced by a unique guided tour format that emphasizes the educational message each exhibit is designed to achieve.

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site things to do on a rainy day in Illinois
Historic Site in Collinsville, IL USA

Largest prehistoric Indian site in the US

Camp Shaw
Camp Shaw
Recreation in Manteno, IL USA

Camping, hiking and outings, oh my! Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See was established in 1946 and has been serving Kankakee and surrounding counties for over sixty years! Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See provides the community with an open-youth camping program for children ages 7-16 each summer.

Cernan Earth & Space Center (triton College)
Cernan Earth & Space Center (triton College) things to do on a rainy day in Illinois
Science Museum in River Grove, IL USA

Features a variety of earth and sky shows and earth and space exhibits. The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College features a variety of earth and sky shows, children's shows, laser light shows, earth and space exhibits, a membership program and the Start Store gift shop.

Community Tap Jams
Community Tap Jams things to do on a rainy day in Chicago, IL
Dance in Chicago, IL USA

M.A.D.D. Rhythms hosts Community Tap Jams, February & March Every second Friday of the month, M.A.D.D. Rhythms hosts “Community Tap Jams," FREE and open to the public celebration of Tap. Individuals may join in person, following all social distancing protocols or virtually, using the LIVE stream on M.A.D.D.

Curtis Orchard
Curtis Orchard
Tour in Champaign, IL USA

This 80-acre apple orchard, pumpkin patch and entertainment farm offers activities for the whole family. Curtis Orchard is an 80-acre apple orchard, pumpkin patch and entertainment farm offers activities for the whole family.

David Fielding’s Encaustic and Tantric Art Exhibit at the An
David Fielding’s Encaustic and Tantric Art Exhibit at the An things to do on a rainy day in Illinois
Art Gallery in Anna, IL USA

Opening Reception April 21, Thursday, 6-8 PM – Opening reception for David Fielding’s Encaustic and Tantric Art Exhibit. Everyone is invited - The reception is FREE and refreshments will be served. David is a prolific painter that captures life. His work is represented at M.A.

Diamonds Inc
Diamonds Inc things to do on a rainy day in Chicago, IL
Shopping in Chicago, IL USA

We specialize in custom made jewelry. Diamonds Inc. is a Chicago brand and renowned for manufacturing, certified Diamonds and exquisite Designs, gemstones, and platinum gold and silver jewelry in Chicago at a wholesale rate, for over 20 years. Our official website, diamonds717.

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Best Time to Visit Illinois


The best time to visit Illinois is in the summer and fall. Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Fall nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's.

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Monthly Temperatures in Illinois


Month Low Avg High
January 14.2 22.6 30.9
February 19.2 27.9 36.5
March 29.1 38.7 48.3
April 39.1 50.0 60.9
May 49.5 61.0 72.5
June 59.3 70.5 81.7
July 64.0 74.6 85.1
August 62.2 72.6 83.0
September 53.7 65.1 76.4
October 42.2 53.3 64.4
November 31.6 40.2 48.8
December 20.3 28.1 35.8

Destinations in and around Illinois to Visit



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