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Starved Rock Lodge hosts special events throughout the year. We can't wait to schedule seasonal events such as our annual Oktoberfest Dinners, Breakfast with Santa, Yoga & Hike and more. For more information and to make reservations, please contact our Activities Department at (815) 220-7386.

Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners!  August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings.  Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley will take you to August Hill Winery for cocktails and appetizers.  Next, the trolley will head to Camp Aramoni for dinner and drinks.  Lastly, the trolley will take you back to Starved...

Eagle Watch Weekend 2025

Event Series Eagle Watch Weekend

Eagle Watch Weekend will take place on Saturday, January 25 and Sunday, January 26, 2025. This is a two-day, family-friendly event! Admission is free to all events and exhibits. Look below to see event times & locations. “Birds of Prey” Programs will take place at: Starved Rock Lodge & Conference CenterThe Starved Rock State Park Visitor CenterThe Illinois Waterway Visitor CenterThe Utica Village Hall Gym & Welcome Center There will also be educational exhibits in the Great Hall of Starved...

Eagle Watch Weekend 2025

Event Series Eagle Watch Weekend

Eagle Watch Weekend will take place on Saturday, January 25 and Sunday, January 26, 2025. This is a two-day, family-friendly event! Admission is free to all events and exhibits. Look below to see event times & locations. “Birds of Prey” Programs will take place at: Starved Rock Lodge & Conference CenterThe Starved Rock State Park Visitor CenterThe Illinois Waterway Visitor CenterThe Utica Village Hall Gym & Welcome Center There will also be educational exhibits in the Great Hall of Starved...

Tails on the Trails – Doggie Date

Bring your furry friend and make a painted paw print on a canvas for you to cherish for years to come! We will meet out at Sunset Shelter (Canyonside Cabin in case of severe weather). Art supplies will be provided. Walk In’s Welcome. Take the “Pet Pledge” and get a certificate for your pet. Join us and have some fun. We kindly ask that you pick up your pet’s waste, leash every time and everywhere, and finally stay on the...

Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners!  August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings.  Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley will take you to August Hill Winery for cocktails and appetizers.  Next, the trolley will head to Camp Aramoni for dinner and drinks.  Lastly, the trolley will take you back to Starved...

Romance at the Rock

Looking for a new and exciting way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Bring your Valentine for a hike to Lover’s Leap and then use your art skills for a couple's portrait painting! Fee includes a guided hike, a digital photo at Lover’s Leap, champagne, cheese, fruit and art supplies.

Rockstar

Rockstar (the mid-winter singing competition we all love) returns to the Main Dining Room of Starved Rock Lodge with opening night on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Competition continues every Wednesday (Feb. 26, March 5) and March 12 will be the finals. Starved Rock Lodge will, once again, team up with Starved Rock Media. A panel of judges, along with audience votes, determine who advances through each week of the contest. The winner will take home a trophy and a $500...

Mega-Hike

Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at either 8:30am and expected time for lunch is 1pm. Return to the Lodge at 4pm. Board a trolley with a pair of guides and be taken to the east end of the park where you will begin your trek. Included is trolley transportation, guides, boxed lunch (1/2 way) and a specially designed shirt. Limited...

Rockstar

Rockstar (the mid-winter singing competition we all love) returns to the Main Dining Room of Starved Rock Lodge with opening night on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Competition continues every Wednesday (Feb. 26, March 5) and March 12 will be the finals. Starved Rock Lodge will, once again, team up with Starved Rock Media. A panel of judges, along with audience votes, determine who advances through each week of the contest. The winner will take home a trophy and a $500...

Rockstar

Rockstar (the mid-winter singing competition we all love) returns to the Main Dining Room of Starved Rock Lodge with opening night on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Competition continues every Wednesday (Feb. 26, March 5) and March 12 will be the finals. Starved Rock Lodge will, once again, team up with Starved Rock Media. A panel of judges, along with audience votes, determine who advances through each week of the contest. The winner will take home a trophy and a $500...

Tails on the Trails – Spring Hike

Bring your furry friend and join us for a guided hike to LaSalle Canyon. We will meet out at the LaSalle Canyon parking lot and hike in from there. We kindly ask that you pick up your pet’s waste, leash every time and everywhere, and finally stay on the Trails. Registration required. Take the “Pet Pledge” and get a certificate for your pet. Join us and have some fun. We kindly ask that you pick up your pet’s waste, leash...

Rockstar

Rockstar (the mid-winter singing competition we all love) returns to the Main Dining Room of Starved Rock Lodge with opening night on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Competition continues every Wednesday (Feb. 26, March 5) and March 12 will be the finals. Starved Rock Lodge will, once again, team up with Starved Rock Media. A panel of judges, along with audience votes, determine who advances through each week of the contest. The winner will take home a trophy and a $500...

Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners!  August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings.  Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley will take you to August Hill Winery for cocktails and appetizers.  Next, the trolley will head to Camp Aramoni for dinner and drinks.  Lastly, the trolley will take you back to Starved...

Whiskey Dinner

The dinner will consist of a whiskey adventure with a 5-course served meal all infused with a different type of whiskey. Our Executive Chef will give some insight on why he chose the pairings and how the evening meal was prepared.   All courses will also be accompanied with a sample of the same whiskey.  There will be a Cash Bar available with a variety of select featured cocktails.  Click here to view the menu.

Yoga and Hike – 10am

Matt Hancock has taught over 14,000 classes and teaches at the Grove Center located in Lasalle, Illinois. Matt teaches a very dynamic yoga practice that will make you sweat, stretch and balance your way to mental and physical bliss. This event features a 75 minute yoga class and a 3 mile hike to St. Louis Canyon. Please bring your own yoga mat. Reservations required. This event will take place rain or shine! Cancellation policy is 3 days prior to event...

Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner

Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners!  August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings.  Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley will take you to August Hill Winery for cocktails and appetizers.  Next, the trolley will head to Camp Aramoni for dinner and drinks.  Lastly, the trolley will take you back to Starved...

Mega-Hike

Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at either 8:30am and expected time for lunch is 1pm. Return to the Lodge at 4pm. Board a trolley with a pair of guides and be taken to the east end of the park where you will begin your trek. Included is trolley transportation, guides, boxed lunch (1/2 way) and a specially designed shirt. Limited...

Mega-Hike

Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at 9am and expected time for lunch is 1:30pm. Return to the Lodge at 4:30pm. Board a trolley with a pair of guides and be taken to the east end of the park where you will begin your trek. Included is trolley transportation, guides, boxed lunch (1/2 way) and a specially designed shirt. Limited spots...

Yoga and Hike – 10am

Matt Hancock has taught over 14,000 classes and teaches at the Grove Center located in Lasalle, Illinois. Matt teaches a very dynamic yoga practice that will make you sweat, stretch and balance your way to mental and physical bliss. This event features a 75 minute yoga class and a 3 mile hike to St. Louis Canyon. Please bring your own yoga mat. Reservations required. This event will take place rain or shine! Cancellation policy is 3 days prior to event...

Mega-Hike

Have you ever wanted to hike all the canyons in the park? Well now you can do it in one day. Hikes leave the Lodge at either 8:30am and expected time for lunch is 1pm. Return to the Lodge at 4pm. Board a trolley with a pair of guides and be taken to the east end of the park where you will begin your trek. Included is trolley transportation, guides, boxed lunch (1/2 way) and a specially designed shirt. Limited...

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