8AM - 8PM
8 W College Dr # A, Arlington Heights“Two thumbs up! We celebrated my son's 8th birthday there over the weekend, and the experience was exceptional. The team's outstanding customer service, from helping with setup to engaging the kids, made it the easiest and most enjoyable party we've ever had. Hot Ground Gym truly knows how to create a memorable and well-organized celebration. We highly recommend it!”
“I had a chance to photograph a Greek wedding here where people have room to party. It has the convenience of a location to photograph on site. When time is tight, it's a huge advantage, especially in this part of suburbs. Great spot to consider for your reception.”
“This place deserves 10 stars!This place is awesome! Our son had his first trial three weeks ago and came home tired but excited. I cannot wait to sign him up today. I am hoping this class will help his strength and his coordination. Sam was so kind and professional.”
8AM - 8PM
401 S Pine St, Mt Prospect“We used her for our wedding years ago. She is so open, and really has a wonderful energy about her. She worked up a beautiful custom ceremony for us. It was a beautiful ceremony for that people still talk about to this day.”
4 - 10:30PM
10 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights“This is such a great experience! From the moment you step through the door, the host and the instructors make the two and a half hours go like a breeze. I had zero experience painting, and I enjoyed every minute of the activity thanks to step by step directions and continuous support. It helps that the environment is really relaxing with zero judging and only good vibes. I highly recommend it.”
“My wife and I recently had our wedding at Loft 21 a few weeks ago, and let me tell you, the pictures, walk throughs and planning did not do justice to how amazing the venue was.My wife and I are planners and we booked with Loft 21 a year in advance, so you can imagine we had a lot of ideas for our wedding. The planning process with Loft was good, some minor miscommunication, but feel like that will happen anywhere when you're emailing back and forth for that long. We were quickly able to jump on the phone and hash out all the plans and timeline to make everything flow perfectly.Brittni (Operation Lead) did an amazing job for our ceremony and reception and made the day of so easy for us that we did not have to do anything before the wedding, other than setting up our own props. The pre-ceremony, ceremony, cocktail hour and reception went so smoothly, it's really hard to believe. I would highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend Loft 21 to any couple looking to get married in the area.I'd also highly recommend utilizing Loft 21s preferred vendors, specifically H.Y.P.E Media as the owner of Loft also owns them so it made the Music and Production so much easier on us.They allow you to customize pretty much your own event, from lighting to set up to bar package, to pretty much anything you can think of.Thank you again Loft 21, Brittni, Jazmine and everyone else at Loft 21 for making our day so special and easy on us!”
Open 24 hours
26225 Riverwoods Blvd, Lake Forest“Great hotel and centrally located to shopping and I94 - love it!Rooms: Clean rooms, but be prepared for road noise if you stay on the highway side. Invest in a white noise app! Parking lot rooms are much quieter.Food & drinks: Close to Whole Foods, Shake Shack and tons of other food options.”
“We went to dine in with friends to celebrate birthday dinner. The server was extremely friendly and cooperative. We received excellent customer service and the food was great too. The portions were big enough for two people. I will highly recommend this place ?”
“As a wedding photographer, Independence Grove holds a special place in my heart. Its natural beauty, highlighted by the tranquil lake, provides a stunning backdrop for capturing unforgettable moments. Working here is a breeze thanks to the professional and accommodating staff who go above and beyond to ensure a seamless experience. Whether it's the picturesque outdoor ceremony spaces or the elegant reception hall, Independence Grove offers endless opportunities for creating timeless photographs. I wholeheartedly recommend it to couples seeking a breathtaking and unforgettable wedding venue.”
“Great classic bowling alley with reasonable prices! We were there at 7pm and asked about cosmic bowling, but they stated they couldn't do it yet because a league was playing. Personally, I feel leagues should be playing during the day on weekends - weekend evenings should be for families and friends wanting to play for fun.”
11AM - 6PM
2401 W Higgins Rd, Hoffman Estates“Since the change in ownership and the renovations, a breath of fresh air has revived Stonegate Banquets.As an experienced Chicago wedding photographer, My team and I have photographed dozens of weddings at Stonegate.The staff and manager, Janet, are extremely accommodating and friendly. The venue team there knows how to accommodate for South Asian weddings.I always find my clients enjoy their experience at this venue. Many become loyal to this venue and host all their milestone events there.Highly recommended!”
“Got the opportunity to volunteer and it was amazing. There were so many books. Lots of friendly staff willing to help. The process of sorting was great. That place is amazing”
“Can’t say enough good things about this place. Mac was awesome, so friendly and ready with tasty beverages throughout the day. Plenty of space, quiet, and fantastic prices. My wife and I worked there all day long to give my parents and the grandkids some time together. We will absolutely return without any hesitation!”
“Lisa and Toby go anove and beyond too make family friendly events. We have attended the grinch party, the paw patrol party, troll party. They have assistance carts for beginners. When they have character events the characters are out mingling most of the time slot and interacting with the kids! The place is clean. The prices are family friendly. The staff is always upbeat and prompt trying to help.”
9AM - 6PM
1500 W Kennedy Rd, Lake Forest“I am a wedding photographer based in Chicago and I have had the pleasure of photographing two weddings here at The Armour House so far. It is probably my favorite venue around! From the detail in the architecture to the gorgeous grounds, this is such a photogenic venue. The staff is also so kind and helpful and the food is amazing! I have added some photos from my last wedding there for reference. - Samuel | The Gernands Photography”
“They were super accommodating for our large party that came in at 6pm on a Saturday with no reservation. Order your drinks and food first if you want to get them before you're done playing, though”
“Didn't stay here , but did happen to do a soft walk through. Very Nice property, looked to be a great venue for events casual, corporate, and in between. Next time In town I'll definitely stay for a couple of nights.”
“Excellent place !!! To enjoy clean, safe and friendly service with the children in the cafeteria with the girls, they give them their ball when they leave and everyone is happy and content.?”
“Our daughter loves her team and coach. If your child is ready to go beyond park district soccer this is the club for you. Being a private club expect to pay and volunteer. But, we've watch our child grow rapidly in the few months she's been there.”
“I've been here twice. Drinks ? were delicious and refreshing. Food is so delectable. Great service!!! Owner came up to check on our experience. Was an all around great place. Will come again.P. S. Love that they have specials ❤️”
“Awesome third story bar located an elevator ride up from historic Metropolis in beautiful Arlington Heights, IL. Great place to see some local music and maybe dance along to a DJ on Friday night. Newly renovated stage with a dart board and pool table. Great place to host a birthday party or to meet with old friends.”
12 - 10PM
700 McHenry Rd, Wheeling“Nice place. We were in the room behind the bar room for Knights of Columbus dinner.8/27/22 steak & chicken cookout with the Knights of Columbus. A great deal for a complete steak meal! Only $20 for a strip steak & it included dessert & coffee.”
“I was there to play bingo and the men who ran the event were so very nice, very helpful to explain the games and they all made me feel very comfortable. It was a very nice night, even though I didn't win, I had fun.”
“Great place. My daughter loves going there. Coach Jill is amazing with children and Linda front office receptionist is always very sweet and helpful. Definitiely a 5 star.”
“I am an event photographer and am at WhirlyBall often. The venue has a lot to offer including dance area, games, cars and laser tag. The staff are great and organized. Venue has easy parking and offers a variety of food items. Check it out.”
“Excellent food, drinks and dessert!!Service was exceptional with our waitress. Had a perfect dinner tonight. Lasagna is my favorite and my brother had Chicken Alfredo. Phenomenal!!!”
“Our son has been training with Duane and Ray for over a year. During that time his skills and mental approach to the game have improved greatly! The facility in Schaumburg also happens to first-rate. If you’ve got a boy or girl hoopster looking to improve his or her game, I strongly recommend GPA.”
“This place has a good ambience and nice drinks. My wife loved her drink( fire and ice). Food was good, their rack of lamb was delicious but their chicken fried rice missed something ( some spices I guess) and was OK. Sushi rolls were too good to Not miss. Veg pot stickers are also good. Service was good.”
“I recently started using this place and it is the perfect place to get your stuff done. Especially if you are someone who WFH and have some distractions OR you are not able to work from home due to any reason. Andres will help you with any concerns!”
“Wow!! I can't believe a shop like this exists today! A hidden gem! Everyone was super helpful in finding just the right gift for my wife even though I don't know much about jewelry! They even wrapped it for me. Nice! I suggest any man looking to find a unique gift for his special person go here.”