The Elgin Theatre Company has been entertaining audiences since 1952. Performances are held at the Elgin Art Showcase, 164 Division St., 8th floor; (847) 741-0532. The 1,200-seat Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, is home to the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, which presents more than 25 concerts each year; (847) 888-4000. The Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Elgin Master Chorale perform at Blizzard Theatre on the campus of Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Dr.; (847) 622-0300.
Along the eastern shore of the Fox River is the more-than-40-mile scenic Fox River Trail, a popular place for walkers, hikers and bikers. The paved trail connects Elgin with Aurora in the south and provides access to the Illinois Prairie Path.
Visitor Centers
Elgin Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Things to Do
Elgin History Museum