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Things To Do Around Naperville This Weekend: January 31 to February 2

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Remember… 2025 Restaurant Week Wraps up Monday

Friday – Jan. 31

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.

Abercrombie & Fitch Opens in Downtown Naperville / The internationally-known fashion retailer for men, women, boys and girls is opening at 103 S. Washington Street. Find a second entrance from the Van Buren Parking Lot. Find lots that’s new in downtown Naperville where Downtown Naperville Gift Cards are good, too.

Human Trafficking Prevention Month Panel Discussion / 5:30PM / To showcase the signs of human trafficking, a group of concerned citizens is hosting a panel discussion featuring awareness and prevention strategies as well as resources at the DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley Street in Wheaton. The public is invited. Moderated by former Illinois Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti, the panel will include Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart; DuPage County States Attorney Bob Berlin; and Executive Director at Naomi’s House, Blythe Struck. FULL STORY.

Naperville Restaurant Week 2025 Final Weekend / 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.

Saturday – Feb. 1

RJM Strategy Group Real World Safety and Self-Defense Workshop / 11AM / Hosted by Ray McGury of RJM Strategy Group from 11AM to 1PM in the Main Gym, 2200 Maple Avenue, Benet Academy in Lisle. $40 per person. Walk-ins welcome. McGury recommends a great article about the importance of learning how to protect yourself. While the article is geared toward woman, men are certainly NOT immune to physical threats. (Self Defense: What Are You Afraid Of? – The Martial Arts Woman). The RJM Strategy Group workshop is a benefit for Mutual Ground located in Aurora, IL. 

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!

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.

Sunday – Feb. 2

Groundhog Day / Will the groundhog see his shadow? Will we have an early spring?

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. Plan ahead for a quiet little table in the corner on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. RSVP to indulge in Mesón Sabika’s delicious 4-course San Valentino menu. Live Spanish guitar will be performed from 5-10PM.

Downtown Naperville’s Souper Bowl Stroll! / Noon to 4PM / This inaugural event to tour through some of Naperville’s top restaurants to sample signature soups, stews or chilis is SOLD OUT. If you’re downtown on Sunday afternoon, note this isn’t just any stroll – it’s a competition! Form your team for 2026 and plan to taste your way through downtown, a hearty and fun way to spend the day with friends or loved ones. Be sure to look for Souper Bowl Stroll to return next year. Sign up early! Note also using the plan-ahead strategy, tickets for the annual Downtown Naperville Winter Wine Walk go on sale Tues., Feb. 4. The walk featuring 12 samples of wine is set from Noon to 5PM Sun., March 2.

Look ahead for additional events and so on…

Check PN’s recently updated event link to find more concerts, entertainment and local happenings. Plus, event planners can post upcoming things to do. Find the “EVENTS” link available 24-7 on the navigation bar.

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 still is available at a location near you this weekend! The February issue, now in production, will begin distribution from its racks on Feb. 5, 2025. Meanwhile, stay dry and warm.

St. Patrick’s Parade Day, 2024. (PN Photo)

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.”

Every day… Visit Naperville!

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