Batavia Things to Do

This museum is the former home of prominent Chicago businessman William Tanner. Curator Dennis Buck hopes to offer an interpretation of the home, as it existed in the 1870-90s, when the Tanner family resided here. Several rooms... more

The DuPage Children's Museum uses play to stimulate interest among children in maths, science and the arts. The museum offers creative programs for schools, parents and teachers. Children have access to the exhibits and can pla... more

Known for its beautiful auditorium and artistic stage setting, this gorgeous theater hosts many different types of events. From theater to film festivals (such as the Illinois International Film Festival)the Arcada theater is a... more

Playwright David Mamet lent this theater ensemble its name when he wrote American Buffalo and the productions here are organized under the roughshod shadow of that writer's naturalistic and puritanical brand of storytelling. Th... more

Located in the Chicago Metropolitan Area, Paramount Theatre boasts of incredible performances in drama, comedy and dance. The interior of the theatre is gorgeous with high ceilings and gold painted pillars. Come here and get in... more

Like all suburban dance clubs, The Mission is all long necks and bucket beer to give you that down-home feel by which to contrast the nightclub-mecca of the city. You will find plenty of regulars and people who just want to hav... more

As the name implies, this is a Hollywood themed operation, with movie memorabilia, posters and other decorations strewn around the casino and entrance pavilion. But who comes to look at that? As far as games go, the casino offe... more

Located in the Chicago Metropolitan Area, Paramount Theatre boasts of incredible performances in drama, comedy and dance. The interior of the theatre is gorgeous with high ceilings and gold painted pillars. Come here and get in... more

Don't even try this place on the weekend. Instead, take the Metra from Union Station during the week. You will be thankful when you see how crowded the boat is even on a Tuesday morning. On the weekends, crowds line up to get t... more