Tri-Cities

St. Charles

St. Charles calls itself the "Pride of the Fox," and the Fox River runs right through the middle of downtown. Founded in 1834 and incorporated as a city in 1839, it is home to about 33,000 people (2020 census). Downtown is anchored by the historic Arcada Theatre on Main Street, with shops, restaurants and riverside parks like Pottawatomie Park within an easy walk. This page collects St. Charles news, events, deals and local stories in one place.

Latest news

Front entrance of St. Charles East High School, a tan brick building with the school name above glass doors

Local News

St. Charles D303 starts weighing a smaller referendum or safety bonds after Nov. 3 loss

The white Art Deco St. Charles Municipal Building with its tower, beside the Main Street bridge

Local News

Candidate filing for April 2027 local races opens Nov. 16 in the Tri-Cities

The brick Hotel Baker building on Main Street in downtown St. Charles.

Food & Drink

Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in St. Charles on Nov. 26

The bar and taproom seating at Sturdy Shelter Brewing in Batavia.

Entertainment & Culture

Trivia, music bingo and comedy nights in the Tri-Cities

Aquascape's headquarters building in St. Charles, with a display pond, water lilies and landscaped plantings in front

Community

Aquascape and Heinz Brothers win 2026 Made in St. Charles Awards

The main entrance of St. Charles East High School, a brick building with a sign reading St. Charles East High, flowering trees and a one-way sign by the parking lot

Local News

St. Charles voters reject D303's $282.5 million school bond request

Upcoming events

The Arcada Theatre building at the corner of Main Street in downtown St. Charles, with its marquee and tile roof.

$58.55-$101.80, fees included (etix)

Firehouse and SteelHeart at the Arcada

Firehouse and SteelHeart share a hard rock bill at the Arcada Theatre on Friday, Nov. 13, at 8 p.m. The Arcada lists Firehouse songs including "Love of a Lifetime" and "Don't Treat Me Bad." SteelHeart is fronted by singer Miljenko Matijevic. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and tickets run $58.55 to $101.80 with fees.

Fri, Nov 13

8:00 PM

Arcada Theatre, St. Charles

$68.85-$122.40, fees included (etix)

Foghat and Head East at the Arcada

A classic rock double bill at the Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main St., on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. Foghat, the band behind "Slow Ride" and Fool for the City, is led by founding drummer Roger Earl with Bryan Bassett, Rodney O'Quinn and Scott Holt. Head East, known for "Never Been Any Reason," is celebrating its 50th anniversary by playing most of its Flat as a Pancake album. Know before you go (Arcada FAQ): doors open 90 minutes before showtime, and shows start at the time on the ticket whether or not there is an opener. Shows are all ages unless stated, everyone needs a ticket, there are no senior or child discounts, and most shows are reserved seating. Street parking around the theatre is free, and there are several parking garages nearby. No outside food or drink; concessions are sold inside. Accessible seating is available. Box office: 630-962-7000, Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets on eTix, the Arcada's ticket seller, run $68.85 to $122.40 with fees and taxes included.

Sat, Nov 14

8:00 PM

Arcada Theatre, St. Charles

Main Street in downtown St. Charles at night, with the lit Arcada Theatre sign glowing down the block.

Free

Free Film Screening: Bob Dole, A Walk Through History

The Arcada Theatre shows "Bob Dole: A Walk Through History" on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m., and tickets are free. The documentary short, produced by Luciano La Valle with the World War II Legacy Foundation, follows the late senator's service with the 10th Mountain Division in the Apennine mountains of Italy. Reserve seats on the theater's ticket site.

Sun, Nov 15

1:00 PM

Arcada Theatre, St. Charles

Active deals

Deal

Weekday coffee specials at Maple Leaf Coffee House

Maple Leaf Coffee House at 1 W. Illinois St. in St. Charles runs a different special each weekday: 10% off breakfast or lunch dishes Monday, free drip coffee (any size) with a food purchase Tuesday, buy one get one free drinks Wednesday (free drink is the lesser priced one), 25% off one bakery item with a drink Thursday, and 99-cent drip coffee in a mug Friday.

Business:: Maple Leaf Coffee House
City:: St. Charles
Runs:: Ongoing

How to redeem: Order in person on the matching weekday. Weekday hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday. Recurring weekly offer, confirm before you go.

Source: Maple Leaf Coffee House - Weekday Specials

Deal

Weekday happy hour at Flagship on the Fox

Flagship on the Fox at 100 S. Riverside Ave. in St. Charles runs happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m., dine-in only. The posted menu: $8 cheese curds, nachos or chicken tenders, $6 Tito's cocktails, $4 High Noons, $6 glasses of house cabernet or pinot grigio, and $3.50 Michelob Ultra, Yuengling Lager or Miller Lite drafts.

Business:: Flagship on the Fox
City:: St. Charles
Runs:: Ongoing

How to redeem: Dine in Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. Recurring weekly offer, confirm before you go: 630-549-7672.

Source: Flagship on the Fox

Deal

Happy hour and weekday beer deals at 93 Octane St. Charles

93 Octane Brewery's St. Charles taproom runs happy hour Tuesday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m., with a $7 St. Charles Handshake (a Panhead draft plus a shot of Malort) and a $7 Supercharged Fastback Fizz. Other posted weekly deals: $2 off a full draft pour on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to close, half-priced whiskey pours all day Wednesday, $1 per full pour donated to charity on Thursdays, and $5 full-pour drafts with a food purchase on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.