Elgin Area Events Calendar: Check Out What's Happening This Weekend

Elgin IL

16 December, 2021

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ELGIN, IL — Curious about what to do in the Elgin area this weekend? Check out what's new on your Elgin Patch community calendar. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this weekend. Hosting an event? Whether you're planning a fundraiser, a block party, or yoga in the park, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and near Elgin: Featured Event: Squirrel Nut Zippers - Holiday Cavern Tour 2021 When: Thursday, December 16th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Arcada Theatre What: What a surprise you're in for as with an amazing mix of delta blues, gypsy jazz, punk rock and some 1930s era swing music mixed in…and a little bit of holiday! Learn MoreFeatured Event: Squirrel Nut Zippers - Holiday Cavern Tour 2021 (Deana Olson) Featured Event: Dueling Pianos Night When: Thursday, December 16th at 8:30 p.m. Where: Club Arcada Speakeasy & Restaurant What: Dueling Pianos Night – Roaring 20s Style! Tickets are just $10! Learn More Featured Event: Dueling Pianos Night (Deana Olson) Senior Bingo - Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District When: Thursday, December 16th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District What: Event listing from Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District: Thursday and December 16 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PMSenior Bingo hosted by Heritage Woods of Huntley This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details w... Learn More AP Teacher Meetings (voluntary) - Bartlett High School When: Thursday, December 16th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Bartlett High SchoolLearn More Post Secondary Success - Bartlett High School When: Thursday, December 16th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Bartlett High SchoolLearn More Emergency Telephone System (E-911 Board) When: Thursday, December 16th at 3:30 p.m. Where: City of Elgin - Public MeetingsLearn More Teen Advisory Board - Gail Borden Public Library When: Thursday, December 16th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Gail Borden Public LibraryLearn More Bedtime Storytime - Gail Borden Public Library When: Thursday, December 16th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Gail Borden Public Library Learn More Fire & Police Board Meeting - City of Elgin - Public Meetings When: Thursday, December 16th at 5:00 p.m. Where: City of Elgin - Public MeetingsLearn More Police Task Force Meeting - City of Elgin - Public Meetings When: Thursday, December 16th at 6:00 p.m. Where: City of Elgin - Public MeetingsLearn More Grupo de Preparación para la Ciudadanía en la Biblioteca When: Thursday, December 16th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Gail Borden Public Library Learn More BHS Band Concert - Hollaway - Bartlett High School When: Thursday, December 16th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Bartlett High School Learn More Featured Event: Bret Michaels Christmas Party! When: Friday, December 17th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Arcada Theatre What: The perfect Christmas gift for Rock fans! Bret Michaels first rose to fame as the frontman of Poison. As one of rock's most iconic and enduring bands, Poison defined the fast, gritty, and glamorous rock 'n' roll scene. Since the band's beginning, Poison has achieved massive su... Learn More Featured Event: Bret Michaels Christmas Party! (Deana Olson) Featured Event: Jonny Lyons & The Pride When: Friday, December 17th at 8:30 p.m. Where: Club Arcada Speakeasy & Restaurant What: Musician. Band leader. Tribute artist. Singer/songwriter. Jonathan writes his own music flavored from his heroes such as Ray Charles, Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, Conway Twitty, Jerry Reed, The Everly Brothers, Willie Nelson, The Ventu... Learn More Featured Event: Jonny Lyons & The Pride (Deana Olson) End of 1st Semester - Bartlett High School When: Friday, December 17th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Bartlett High School Learn More End of 1st Semester - Central School Programs When: Friday, December 17th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Central School Programs Learn More Featured Event: Ides of March Christmas Show When: Saturday, December 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Arcada Theatre What: Since 1964 Chicago's IDES OF MARCH have thrilled audiences throughout the United States and Canada with their mix of rocking guitars, brilliant brass, and heartfelt vocals. Powered by the unforgettable songs of Grammy-Winner Jim Peterik, their music has become an evergreen fea... Learn More Featured Event: Ides of March Christmas Show (Deana Olson) Featured Event: 33% off a medical cannabis card certification until the end of 2021! When: Saturday, December 18th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Telemedicine Virtual Visit What: Appointments Available 6 Days a Week Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm Saturdays 10am-2pm Click Here to Book Now! The regular price for a 3yr certification is $300 but for the rest of 2021 it has been reduced to $200, the lowest cost in Illinois! We're proud to have been voted finalist... Learn More Featured Event: 33% off a medical cannabis card certification until the end of 2021! (Educated Alternative) Featured Event: Princess Holiday High Tea When: Saturday, December 18th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Club Arcada Speakeasy & Restaurant What: Join us at the exclusive Club Arcada for our Princess Holiday High Tea on Dec 18th from 2:00-4:00pm.Experience a holiday themed event fun for adults and kids alike! You will be served an assortment of fresh fruits, savory pastries, and delicate finger sandwiches along with you... Learn More Featured Event: Princess Holiday High Tea (Deana Olson) Danube River Cruise with Elgin Area Chamber 10.12.22 to 10.21.22 When: Saturday, December 18th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Elgin Area ChamberLearn More Big Timber Brilliance Holiday Light Show Open When: Saturday, December 18th at 5:00 p.m. Where: 37W955 Big Timber Rd, Elgin, IL What: From December 3 - January 2 People of all ages will enjoy multiple large-scale light displays—including selfie-worthy tunnels and word displays—seasonal music, a cozy warming lodge and mor, against the backdrop of a 75-acre winter woodland. Our Big Timber Brilliance walking to... Learn More Featured Event: An Acappella Christmas When: Sunday, December 19th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Baker Memorial United Methodist Church What: A combined mixed chorus of sixty voices will present sacred and secular songs of the season. Adults $20, students $15, under 5 free. Follow link to purchase online. Learn More Featured Event: Trans Infinity Orchestra - The Trans Siberian Holiday Salute starring Infinity When: Sunday, December 19th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Arcada Theatre What: A tribute to Trans Siberian Orchestra and Classic Rock Holiday Experience. A visual and audio experience second to none. A 10 piece orchestra with a choir to back that up. Lights, Lasers, Snow, and much more. A show for the entire family, which has turned into a holiday tradit... Learn More Trans Infinity Orchestra - The Trans Siberian Holiday Salute starring Infinity (Deana Olson) Have A Merry Mambo - Elgin Area Chamber When: Sunday, December 19th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Elgin Area ChamberLearn More Sunday Afternoon Concert - Gail Borden Public Library When: Sunday, December 19th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Gail Borden Public LibraryLearn More Read to Rover - Rakow Branch Library When: Sunday, December 19th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Rakow Branch LibraryLearn More Ornaments and Hot Chocolate Kits - Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District When: Monday, December 20th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library DistrictLearn More Winter Break Kits - Gail Borden Public Library When: Monday, December 20th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Gail Borden Public Library Learn More Piano Performance - Gail Borden Public Library When: Monday, December 20th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Gail Borden Public LibraryLearn More STEAM for Grades K-5: Minecraft Meet Up When: Monday, December 20th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Gail Borden Public LibraryLearn More Cooking Club: Uber Cool Gingerbread Houses When: Monday, December 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library DistrictLearn More Contemporary Book Group - Gail Borden Public Library When: Monday, December 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Gail Borden Public LibraryLearn More Village Board Meeting - Village of South Elgin When: Monday, December 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Village of South ElginLearn More Featured Event: Brighten The First Day Of Winter With 15 Percent Off FTD's Sunniest Blooms When: Tuesday, December 21st at 9:00 p.m. What: On Dec. 21, we celebrate the winter solstice, ushering in the coldest season on the longest night of the year. As we prepare to welcome winter, it's an ideal time to add bold, cheery flowers to your home or office. Not only do flowers provide a pop of color, they are a well-kn... Learn More Featured Event: Brighten The First Day Of Winter With 15 Percent Off FTD's Sunniest Blooms (FTD Flowers) Elementary STEAM: Grades K-5 (In Person): Candy Cane Coding When: Tuesday, December 21st at 4:30 p.m. Where: South Elgin BranchLearn More Check out more local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Elgin Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.