Friday
Brats at Kreger’s / 10AM to 3PM Fridays and Saturdays at Kreger’s Brat and Sausage Haus – 606 N. Ellsworth Naperville, IL 60563 / Stop by for lunch, conversation and camaraderie. While Bob grills, let Bill know that you know his wurst is the best, especially for weekend grilling, football playoff season and plans for upcoming get-togethers.
Naperville Restaurant Week / Naperville Restaurant Week runs through February 3, serving up amazing deals across town. From fast-casual bites to fancy dining delights, more than 60 participating restaurants will offer prix fixe menus at deliciously tempting prices or discounts on featured dishes. Stay tuned for updates on participating restaurants at www.NapervilleRestaurantWeek.com.
Planetarium Family Night at Waubonsie Valley High School / 6PM and 7PM / Discover the beauty of a sky without light pollution in the WVHS Planetarium! The Family Night topic this evening is light pollution and how it negatively impacts organisms. Family Nights are monthly public programs for astronomy enthusiasts of all ages. Programs start at 6 PM and 7 PM. Tickets are only available online at store.ipsd.org. Sold-out programs will disappear from the webstore. For more info, visit ipsd.org/planetarium or email stephanie_rybka@ipsd.org.
Jekyll and Hyde in Concert / 7:30PM at Madden Theatre – 171 Chicago Ave. Naperville, IL 60540 / Tickets: $37 / Featuring a hauntingly beautiful score by Frank Wildhorn, this mesmerizing musical takes audiences on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, from soaring ballads to heart-pounding rock anthems. The brilliant Dr. Henry Jekyll delves into the depths of the human psyche in search of a cure for mankind’s darkest impulses. But when his experiments unleash the malevolent Mr. Hyde, a sinister alter ego consumed by lust and violence, Jekyll’s world is plunged into chaos. Don’t miss your chance to witness this thrilling tale of love, betrayal, and the battle for the soul. Performances continue at 2PM and 7PM Saturday and 2PM Sunday. Info at brightsidetheatre.com/jekyll.
Saturday
Enjoy Every Day at Quigley’s Irish Pub / Quigley’s Irish Pub is located at 43 E. Jefferson Ave. in downtown Naperville / Quigley’s Irish Pub features live music Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The pub also offers a variety of spaces for all types of special events and fundraisers. Meanwhile, stop by for honest pub fare and an Irish Coffee or enjoy a cold pint in the warm, friendly pub EDAQ, Every Day at Quigley’s.
Reserve a Table at Mesón Sabika / 11:30AM to 9PM – Almost Any Day / Find a choice in dining rooms and private spaces at Mesón Sabika to sample Spanish tapas and delicious sangria for lunch and dinner every day. Located just west of downtown Naperville at 1025 Aurora Avenue, Mesón Sabika has been serving the community since 1990. Built in 1847, the historic mansion with eight air-conditioned dining rooms is set in a beautifully landscaped four-acre estate, providing a welcoming sight with plenty of parking for lunch, dinner, special events, benefits, weddings, meetings and family gatherings throughout the year. Gift Certificates are always available!
Sunday
All Saints Catholic Academy’s Open House / 1PM to 3PM at All Saints Catholic Academy – 1155 Aurora Ave. Naperville, IL 60540 / Bring the whole family for a tour, meet their passionate educators and see what makes the school a place to learn, grow, and thrive. Reserve one slot per family.

Century Walk Tours Every Day / Around the Clock – Daylight / The recently published 88-page Naperville Century Walk Public Art Guide to more than 50 locations featuring local stories with public art by renowned artists is now available at the Naperville Art League Gallery, Naper Settlement and Hotel Indigo. Pick up a free copy. Then take a self-guided free-winding tour throughout downtown any day— winter, spring, summer or fall!
Look ahead for additional events and so on…
The newsy print edition also features the Voters Guide to the Consolidated Election on April 1 (The Voters Guide also linked here if you’re looking for something educational to do online…), community columnists, can-do spirit as well as some silly Gender Chuckles. Keep up with many things to do. Thanks for reading! Published monthly, the January issue is available at a location near you! The February issue will begin distribution from its racks on Feb. 5, 2025. Meanwhile, stay warm.
One more thing about how Naperville loves its parades… The West Suburban Irish announced that it’s now taking registration for the Annual St. Patrick’s Parade set to step off at 10AM Sat., March 15, 2025, in downtown. Registration is now in progress.
Every day… Dine Naperville!
Did you know? Downtown Naperville features plenty of other things to do all month to have a hot time in the cold old town where winter sale signs are prominent in store windows in between restaurants. Kindly note ’tis always the season to use and/or purchase Downtown Naperville Gift Certificates. Take a stroll to discover all that’s new and coming soon. Note! Mayor Scott Wehrli announced recently that Barnes & Noble will return to downtown just steps from its former location. It’s expected to open by April 2025 at 9 W. Jackson Avenue.
Then… Visit local shopping destinations N.E.W.S. and in the central business district, aka “Downtown Naperville.”