Discover a range of activities in Naperville this weekend, including warm welcomes while dining at acclaimed local restaurants during Restaurant Week beginning January 23, attending family-oriented events, enjoying theatre performances and more.
Experience sights of ice-covered Lake Osborne, just south of the Public Safety Center, pictured Thursday in late afternoon sunshine when the thermometer read 20 degrees and windchill felt like 10 degrees.
Looking forward…Breezy Friday morning; otherwise, frigid with periods of clouds and sunshine; extreme cold can be dangerous for outdoor activities. Bundle up in layers and keep nose, ears, cheeks, chin, hands and toes covered. Stay safe and warm.
Friday
Naperville Restaurant Week
January 23 through February 8 throughout Naperville
Naperville Restaurant Week is back and serving up even more flavor than ever. In 2025, we featured 69 incredible restaurants, and this year promises to be just as delicious. All across town—from fast-casual favorites to elegant dining rooms—restaurants will be offering mouthwatering prix-fixe menus and special discounts on featured dishes. Whether you’re craving comfort food or something a little fancy, there’s a plate waiting for you. Get ready to taste your way through Naperville’s vibrant culinary scene. For participating restaurants and info, visit www.napervillerestaurantweek.com.
Serendipity Resale Shop Benefits Little Friends, Inc.
10AM to 5PM Fridays and Saturdays, find convenient storefront parking at Serendipity Resale Shop, located at 461 S. Route 59 in Aurora.
Volunteers give time to benefit Little Friends, recognized as a leading service provider for children, adults and families challenged by autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities. The retail resale shop accepts donations of clean, quality clothing (especially winter wear most of the time), household items, bedding and jewelry when the shop is open 10AM to 5PM Monday thru Saturday. Donors and shoppers will find convenient storefront parking at Serendipity Resale Shop, located at 461 S. Route 59 in Aurora.
Kreger’s Brats and Sausage Haus!
10AM to 3PM Fridays and Saturdays at Kreger’s Brat and Sausage Haus – 606 N. Ellsworth Naperville, IL 60563
Since 1893, Kreger’s has been a cornerstone of the community, now serving as a wonderful stop for lunch, conversation and camaraderie every Friday and Saturday. With brats on the grill, let Mary Jo know that you know Bill’s wurst is the best. Find 22 fresh flavors as well as fresh made salads, fresh cooked buns, pickles, desserts and more. Pre-order at (630) 355-4418. And be reminded Kreger’s sauerkraut slaw is tasty atop a brat or all by itself! Thanks for supporting your local sausage dealer. www.kregersbrats.com.
NCC Faculty Recital Series – An Evening of Jazz featuring Abigail Riccards
7:30PM at Madden Theatre – 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville, IL 60540
North Central College faculty artist Abigail Riccards is a nationally recognized Chicago vocalist who has been a prominent voice in the jazz world for nearly two decades. After launching her career in New York City – performing at Birdland, the Jazz Standard, Smalls, and the Kitano – she was selected as a semifinalist in the 2004 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. Now a leading figure in the Chicago scene, she frequently headlines the Green Mill, the Jazz Showcase, and Winter’s Jazz Club, and has collaborated with artist such as Jane Monheit, Peter Bernstein, Joel Frahm, and Matt Wilson. For this concert, she will be joined by an outstanding NCC faculty ensemble: Chris White (piano), Dan Anderson (bass), Tim Coffman (trombone), and Juan Pastor (drums). Tickets are $15; call 630-637-SHOW (7469) or visit northcentralcollege.edu/show.
Saturday
Rosie’s Home Cooking is now open at its new location every day!
Check out the spacious new diner at CityGate Centre, just off Ferry Road.
Rosie’s Home Cookin’ is open again for breakfast, brunch and lunch—now from 7AM to 2PM every day! Rosie’s also is now hiring to support its new Naperville location at CityGate Centre, near Rt. 59 and I-88. The popular diner is now accepting applications for a range of roles, including cooks and servers. If you’re looking for an opportunity with a growing food service business that values hard work and community, take a look and apply. Know someone looking for restaurant or food service work in the Naperville area? Apply here: https://hubs.ly/Q03YbRWc0.
Enjoy Every Day at Quigley’s Irish Pub
11AM Daily at Quigley’s Irish Pub – 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 friendly pub EDAQ, Every Day at Quigley’s.
NCAA Basketball – Purdue vs. Illinois – at Mackey Arena in Lafayette
2PM – Illini vs. Boilermakers Watch it!
Game on! 4:10PM, Game over! Illinois wins, 88-82! Illini Wagler #23 is really, really something to watch.
NCC Faculty Recital Series – Ellen Huntington, flute
7:30PM at Wentz Concert Hall – 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville, IL 60540
Flute faculty member Ellen Huntington will present a recital featuring solo and chamber works for flute. The program includes Schubert’s Sonata in A minor (“Arpeggione”), Enesco’s “Cantabile et Presto,” Mozart’s Flute Quartet in D Major, and “Court Dances” by Amanda Harberg. Huntington will be joined by string faculty members Mara Gallagher, violin, and Claire Langenberg, cello. Tickets are $7; call 630-637-SHOW (7469) or visit northcentralcollege.edu/show.
Sunday
Reserve a Table at Mesón Sabika for any day
11:30AM to 9PM at Mesón Sabika – 1025 Aurora Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
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. ALSO! Cheers to exclusive $5 Bar Bites specials, delicious bites, great vibes for the thrill of it in the bar, available from 3PM to 6PM Sunday thru Thursday— the perfect way to unwind and treat yourself. Available at the bar only. Cannot be combined with any other discounts or promotions. Beverage purchase required.
Shop Downtown / Redeem Gift Certificates
Find plenty to do throughout downtown Naperville!
Downtown Naperville Gift Cards are valid for use at more than 150-plus downtown shops, spas, restaurants and Hotel Indigo. Designed to celebrate every season, gift cards may be purchased in any amount from $10-$500. Check out the downtown directory for the full listing of establishments accepting gift cards. Note also, Downtown Naperville Gift Cards are available for purchase at the Downtown Naperville Alliance, 131 West Jefferson Avenue, Suite 223, 9AM-3PM Monday thru Friday.
Choices to whet every appetite north, east, west and south!
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Dinner / Featuring approximately 400 eateries, Naperville serves up tastes to please all ages and budgets in between shopping, bowling, pickleball, golf, swimming, concerts and all the activities that keep families and friends busy. In fact, consider that folks may even dine out at a Naperville eatery every day of the year without eating at the same place twice!
Looking ahead this week toward Tuesday morning…
