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Your destination for music, arts & culture, great dining, shopping, and endless family activities. Our school system is a leader in dual language education.

47 miles from Chicago, Woodstock is close to the city with a charming small town personality all its own. Rich with arts and culture, a picturesque town square and a world-renowned Opera House, Woodstock also has an independent streak brimming with creativity and entrepreneurship. Artists and locally-owned businesses are embraced. And music, whether rock, folk, jazz, country or classical, fills th

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01/19/2025

It's National Popcorn Day! Have you POPPED by POP a doodle doo? 😉

Try popcorn in flavors ranging from classic to creative (pizza, blue raspberry, spicy pickle, birthday cake!). 🍦🍿

📍 201 Main St. (Downstairs), Woodstock, IL
🔗 realwoodstock.com/locations/pop-a-doodle-doo/

01/18/2025

World Peace? We'll drink to that! 🥃🎬

Enjoy your own celebratory toast of "sweet vermouth on the rocks with a twist" after the Prognostication at the location of the original movie scene.

📆 Sunday, February 2 beginning at 7:30am
📍 Squire on the Square, 101 N Johnson St., Woodstock, Illinois

🔗 https://realwoodstock.com/events/groundhog-day-drink-to-world-peace/

01/16/2025

Aerial photo of location of Gobbler's K**b in Punxsu... I mean Woodstock, Illinois. 😉

📸: Matthew Blake Photography

01/15/2025

🎟 Ticket Tuesday Giveaway! 🎟

Win two tickets to Theatre 121's Groundhog Day the Musical on Friday, January 31! ⏰

📆 Friday, January 31
🕒 Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 7:30 PM
📍 Woodstock Opera House, 121 W Van Buren St., Woodstock, IL

How to win:
1. Tag a friend in the comments
2. Let us know your favorite Groundhog Day quote
Instagram entries count too. Winner will be selected this Friday!

👉 realwoodstock.com/events/groundhog-day-the-musical/
*Groundhog Day the Musical contains mature themes, situations, and language.
⚠️ Beware of scammers! Do not click any links in the comments.

01/13/2025

⏰ Okay, campers, rise and shine for 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗵𝗼𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸, 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗶𝘀!

📍 Woodstock, IL - The film location for 𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘩𝘰𝘨 𝘋𝘢𝘺, the classic 1993 flick starring Bill Murray
📆 Thursday, January 30 - Sunday, February 2

❄🌷 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ⛅️🪵 – Feb 2
Woodstock Willie, the town's (real life) groundhog, will emerge from its tree trunk to determine if we will have an early spring or extended winter at this highly anticipated, annual event.

More festivities happening all weekend:
👋 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗵𝗼𝗴 & 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 – Jan 30
🍹 𝗖𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗲 – Jan 31
🎬 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 – Jan 31, Feb 1 & 2
🍿 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 – Jan 31, Feb 1 & 2
🦫 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗵𝗼𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 – Jan 31, Feb 1 & 2
🎥 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺-𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 – Feb 1 & 2
🏃‍♀️ 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗵𝗼𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟱𝗸– Feb 1
🤝 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗸𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 & 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 – Feb 1
🏅 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Feb 1
🍺 𝗣𝘂𝗯 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 – Feb 1
🎉 '𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲' 𝗧𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 – Feb 2
🪵 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗵𝗼𝗴 𝗪𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 – Feb 2
➕ 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲!

For more event information, visit realwoodstock.com/mec-category/groundhog-days/

📸: K-Adams Foto
Woodstock Groundhog Days | Woodstock Willie | Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry | Naturally McHenry County, Illinois | Enjoy Illinois

01/12/2025

Happy National Hot Tea Day!
Embrace the winter chill with a cozy cup from Casting Whimsy, where you’ll find a delightful selection of small-batch teas and curated Afternoon Tea experiences. Warm up in the most charming way! ☕️❄️

01/11/2025

Where exactly was that doozy of a puddle? And where did that alarm clock ring again and again? 🤔⏰

Explore the film sites from iconic scenes in Groundhog Day and other movie wisdom on a Guided Walking Tours!
📆 Saturday, February 1 at Noon
📆 Sunday, February 2 at Noon

🔗 https://realwoodstock.com/events/walking-tour-of-groundhog-day-filming-sites/
Woodstock Groundhog Days

01/09/2025

25 days to assemble your early morning crew and break out your booties... 'Cuz it's coooold out there. ❄️

01/07/2025

You can stay in the same place that Phil Connors spent many, many nights in the Groundhog Day movie! ⏰

From its inviting atmosphere to its legendary breakfast, every detail promises a memorable stay. Make The Cherry Tree Inn Bed and Breakfast a must-visit on your 2025 bucket list! 🏡✨

📍 The Cherry Tree Inn Bed and Breakfast, 344 Fremont St., Woodstock, Illinois
➡️ https://realwoodstock.com/locations/the-cherry-tree-inn-bed-breakfast/

01/05/2025

It's National Trivia Day! 🤔❓

Let's see how you do on these Woodstock, Illinois trivia questions:

1. What was the original town name for Woodstock, Illinois?
2. What was Woodstock once the largest supplier of?
3. Which famous cartoonist spent many years in Woodstock?
4. Which cast member from Groundhog Day will be at this year's Groundhog Days?

Leave your guesses in the comments below. ⤵️

We will reveal the answers tomorrow and randomly select an individual with all four correct answers for a prize!

01/04/2025

Did you know? The award-winning Woodstock Farmers Market keeps the magic alive all winter long! Explore a wonderful selection of hand-grown and handmade treasures, perfect for the cooler months. ❄️

📍 Location: All Seasons Apple Orchard
📅 Select Dates:
Jan 4 & 18 • Feb 1 & 15
Mar 1, 15 & 29 • Apr 12 & 26

👉 https://realwoodstock.com/events/woodstock-indoor-farmers-market/

01/03/2025

Less than one month until Woodstock, Illinois transforms into Gobbler's K**b! 🦫🎩 Get ready for Groundhog Day magic, nostalgia, and all the fun in our historic square. Who else is counting down? ⏳❄️🌷

👉 https://realwoodstock.com/mec-category/groundhog-days/

01/01/2025

Well, hello there, 2025! 😍

Add a trip to Woodstock to your list this year!
Plan it here 👉 realwoodstock.com

📸: Matthew Blake Photography

12/31/2024

🏆 𝗪𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸, 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗶𝘀: 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! 🎉

🌷 February 2 – Groundhog Day brought fans from near and far to celebrate an early spring with Tom Skilling.

🌈 June 9 – PrideFest lit up the city with vibrant and unforgettable celebrations.

🇲🇽 September 15 – Mexican Independence Day filled the streets with lively music, food, and culture.

✨ November 29 – The Lighting of the Square dazzled us all, kicking off the holiday season in magical style.

What a great year it's been! What was your favorite Woodstock moment of 2024? Share it with us! 👇

12/31/2024

All that local holiday shopping pays off! Don't forget to turn in your receipts for Shop, Dine, Save & Win to Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry by Friday, January 3.

🧾 Receipts totaling $200 from qualifying local business dated November 29 - December 31, 2024 automatically earn you CASH and potential for more prizes!

https://business.woodstockilchamber.com/events/details/2024-shop-dine-save-win-15660?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR30ameQxl2CnB6jEMv6oxY9hVcPr8C0D23d0TrLTijxxym2uHG_qiGfW0E_aem_m8H8y0-dhmT6Bp-qePGeWQ

12/29/2024

🎉 Three events to celebrate New Year's Eve in Woodstock:

New Year’s Eve Cosmic Bowling and Karaoke
📍 Kingston Lanes Bowling and Sports Lounge

Felix & Fingers Dueling Pianos New Year’s Bash
📍 Woodstock Opera House

New Years Day Open Roda
📍 The Center for the Arts

👉 https://realwoodstock.com/events/

12/29/2024

One of our favorite weekends is just over one month away! We can't wait to see you again. And again.

📆 January 30 - February 2

Woodstock Groundhog Days
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✨ Witches & Wizards of Woodstock Step into a world of fantasy, whimsy and MAGIC in the downtown Woodstock Square on Sunday, Oct. 20. 👉 realwoodstock.com/events/witches-wizards-of-woodstock/#realwoodstock #woodstockil #enjoyillinois

✨ Witches and Wizards of Woodstock 📆 Sunday, Oct. 20 from noon - 4pm ✨ Step into a world of fantasy, whimsy and MAGIC in the downtown Woodstock Square on Sunday. 🧙‍♀️ 👉 realwoodstock.com/events/witches-wizards-of-woodstock/ #realwoodstock #woodstockil #enjoyillinois

Love hearing about spooky lore? 👻 Join American Ghost Walks on a stroll around downtown Woodstock to hear about the town’s eerie tales and infamous characters. 🔗 Learn more or book a time slot at realwoodstock.com/events/Woodstock-ghost-walk/ #realwoodstock #woodstockil #enjoyillinois

🍂 Autumn Drive 🍂 Enjoy quintessential autumn vibes at multiple stops along the drive, many of which are in Woodstock. Explore seasonal offerings and handmade items by local crafters and growers at this 3 day event! 📆 October 18-20 ➡️ realwoodstock.com/events/autumn-drive/ 🎃 #realwoodstock #woodstockil #enjoyillinois

Art Fair on the Square is happening NOW! 🎨 Today and tomorrow from 10am-5pm you can explore an array of work from talented artists. More information at RealWoodstock.com. #realwoodstock #woodstockil #enjoyillinois Amdur Productions

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