Calendar of Events

Art in the Park   
From sunrise to sunset you can seek out the awesome wood carvings on the Lodge grounds and in the Park. Grab a map at the Lodge reception desk and start your hunt: from Indian carvings and Animal carvings to totems and functional carved art--you'll h...more info »

Walkers' Club   9:00AM
Weekly guided hike through Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park. PLEASE NOTE: We will not hike on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day or New Year's Day. ...more info »

Casual Dinner & Evening Cruise   5:30PM - 8:00PM
5:30p.m. - 8:00p.m. Mondays and Thursdays Board a Starved Rock Lodge Trolley and travel to the “Belle of the Rock” an authentic paddle wheel boat. For a leisurely cruise on the picturesque Illinois River. After the cruise the trolley will bring ...more info »

Art in the Park   
From sunrise to sunset you can seek out the awesome wood carvings on the Lodge grounds and in the Park. Grab a map at the Lodge reception desk and start your hunt: from Indian carvings and Animal carvings to totems and functional carved art--you'll h...more info »

Canal Boat & Trolley Tour   11:00AM
Every Friday (May through October ) $35.00 Adults, $30.00 children 10 and under. From 11:00a.m.-3:00p.m. Join us for the newest history tour that Starved Rock Lodge has to offer. Start off with a delicious Hot Lunch Buffet in the rustic dining roo...more info »

Veranda Party   8:00PM - 11:30PM
No cover charge. Live music every Friday and Saturday night (except on Friday, May 22) on the Veranda, overlooking the beautiful Illinois River Valley. Music from 8-11:30 p.m. RAIN or SHINE! Grill opens at 5 p.m. on Friday night. For a complete sched...more info »

Art in the Park   
From sunrise to sunset you can seek out the awesome wood carvings on the Lodge grounds and in the Park. Grab a map at the Lodge reception desk and start your hunt: from Indian carvings and Animal carvings to totems and functional carved art--you'll h...more info »

Land & Water Cruise   
Saturdays 9:00 and 11:00a.m. Tour includes a historical trolley ride, Hot Lunch Buffet at Starved Rock Lodge, and a leisurely 1 hour river cruise on the ‘Belle of the Rock,’ an authentic paddle wheel boat. Tickets are $35.00 per person. For tickets...more info »

Investigators Club-Case 5: Home Sweet Home   1:00PM - 2:00PM
Starved Rock Lodge is debuting its new Children’s Outdoor Education Program this coming summer! The club is a fun and educational way for children in grades K-5 to gain a greater appreciation for the natural world around them. We would love for you t...more info »

Veranda Party   8:00PM - 11:30PM
No cover charge. Live music every Friday and Saturday night (except on Friday, May 22) on the Veranda, overlooking the beautiful Illinois River Valley. Music from 8-11:30 p.m. RAIN or SHINE! Grill opens at 5 p.m. on Friday night. For a complete sched...more info »