Hemmens Cultural Center

08/13/2026

Barbra Streisand. Fred Astaire. Elizabeth Taylor. And more. ✨

See original costumes worn by Hollywood legends in "Hollywood Revisited," a live musical r***e celebrating the glamour, music and stories of classic Hollywood.

Then, see the costumes up close at Gail Borden Public Library in their "Glitz, Glamour, Gorgeous II" exhibition.

Friday, Sept. 25 | 7:30 p.m. ⏰
The Hemmens 📍

Get your tickets now! Visit Hemmens.org or call 847-931-5900.

07/07/2026

Last chance to save! 🚨

Discounted early entry pricing for the Elgin Short Film Festival ends Friday, July 31.

If your film is ready, now's the time to submit.

Don't miss your chance to enter at the lowest rate.

View the submission rules and enter today at FilmFreeway.com/ElginShortFilmFestival.

06/05/2026

Netflix doesn't have anything on this show. 👀 Skip staying in and head to The Hemmens for some laughs!

GreenRoom Improv returns at 8 p.m. for another night of quick wit and completely unscripted comedy.

🕗 8 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets: Link in Bio, visit Hemmens.org, or call the Box Office at 847-931-5900.

05/21/2026

The Grammy-winning Mariachi Divas hit The Hemmens this Sunday, May 24 at 4 p.m. 🎺✨

Make it a full afternoon experience! The indoor Tianguis Market opens at 2 p.m. for showgoers to shop, browse, and enjoy the vibrant flavors and crafts ahead of the show. 🛍️

🎺The Mariachi Divas take the stage at Hemmens Cultural Center this weekend. The two-time Grammy Award-winning all-female ensemble is the official mariachi of Disneyland and will give a joyful performance for all ages.
🚗Plus museum events, karaoke and DJs, theatre, classic cars, and so much more!

👉 Details: ExploreElginArea.com/events

Enjoy Illinois City of Elgin, Illinois Government Village of Bartlett - Illinois Village of West Dundee Village of East Dundee Janus Theatre Company Hemmens Cultural Center Elgin Public Museum The Hill BMX Elgin

05/21/2026

Want free tickets to the Mariachi Divas? 🎺

Scout the Duck, Elgin's new summer events mascot, is hiding around downtown Elgin in 3 secret locations… and each Scout is worth 2 free tickets to see the Mariachi Divas perform this Sunday, May 24!

Here’s how it works:
- Find a Scout somewhere downtown in Elgin 🔎
- Bring Scout to The Hemmens Box Office on Sunday 🦆
- Claim your 2 free tickets to the show! 🎟️

Important times for Sunday:
- Box Office opens at 1:30 p.m.
- Tianguis Market opens at 2 p.m.
- Show starts at 4 p.m.

Good luck, Elgin!

05/19/2026

Last chance to see the Mariachi Divas live in Elgin! 🎺✨

The two-time Grammy Award-winning all-female ensemble — the official mariachi of Disneyland — are bringing their joyful, high-energy performance for all ages at The Hemmens this Sunday, May 24. Don't miss this unforgettable afternoon!

Sunday, May 24
Tianguis Market doors open at 2 p.m.
Performance begins at 4 p.m.

Purchase your tickets now at hemmens.org/tickets or call the Box Office at 847-931-5900.

05/14/2026

It's almost showtime! 🎹✨ A tribute to four iconic pianists and larger-than-life personalities right here at The Hemmens!

This Saturday, May 16, The Greatest Piano Men take over The Hemmens main stage, celebrating the legendary music of Ray Charles, Elton John, Billy Joel, and Liberace.

Sing along to the songs you know by heart, relive the memories, and experience the energy live on stage. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it!

Grab your seats now!

🎟️ Link in bio, online at hemmens.org/tickets, or call the Box Office at 847-931-5900.

05/05/2026

Ray Charles, Elton John, Billy Joel, and Liberace… what do these piano legends have in common? 👀

They’re ALL hitting the stage at The Hemmens in one dazzling tribute performance! 🎹✨

The Greatest Piano Men
🗓️ Saturday, May 16, 2026
🕢 7:30 p.m.

Grab your tickets now! 🎟️ Link in bio, online at hemmens.org, or call the Box Office at 847-931-5900.

05/01/2026

The first Friday of the month hits fast... but GreenRoom Improv hits harder. 🔥

See you tonight at 8 p.m.

🎟️ Purchase tickets at the door, online at hemmens.org/tickets, or call the Box Office at 847-931-5900.

04/30/2026

🎥 Submissions are rolling in… have you entered yours yet??

The 2026 Elgin Short Film Festival is accepting entries, and we’re looking for creative short films from filmmakers everywhere.

Have a story under 20 minutes? We want it.
Premiered already? That’s fine too.

🏆 Awards:
1st Place: $1,000 + Trophy
2nd Place: $500 + Trophy
3rd Place: $300 + Trophy

Don’t wait! The deadline for submissions is Friday, Aug. 21.

Submit now via FilmFreeway.com/ElginShortFilmFestival