Events
Downtown Bloomington – First Friday
Downtown Bloomington 115 E Washington St, BloomingtonFirst Friday is an event held each month on, you guessed it, the First Friday of the month in Downtown Bloomington from 5 PM -8 PM! First Friday is an…
2023 Old Joliet Prison Tours
Old Joliet Prison 1125 Collins St, JolietThe Old Joliet Prison tour program is primarily managed by the Joliet Area Historical Museum, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit entity, in partnership with the City of Joliet. The proceeds from activities will be…
History Makers to Honor Six Community Leaders
McLean County Museum of History/Cruisin' with Lincoln 66 Visitors Center 200 N. Main Street, BloomingtonBloomington – The McLean County Museum of History will reveal the names of six recipients of the 2023 History Makers award at a press conference at the Museum on Thursday, March 30th at 11:00 a.m. in the historic Governor Fifer courtroom. The awards will be presented during the Museum’s History Makers Gala on Wednesday, June…
2023 Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
Farmersville City Park 513 Elevator St., Farmersville2023 Small Town Dreamers Market in May. These are Outdoor Markets on Farmersville's Charming Square - 9am-3pm, May 13th, June 10th, Sept 9th, Oct 14th Small businesses coming together creating an outdoor shopping experience featuring live entertainment, food, children's activities and vendor shopping. Grab your family and friends and come enjoy the charm of our…
2023 Litchfield Pickers Market
Downtown Litchfield 400 North State Street, LitchfieldThe Litchfield Pickers Market will return Every Second Sunday of the Month: May to October (Exact 2022 dates are May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10, and October 8), from 9 AM – 3 PM in Downtown Litchfield, which will start at 400 North State Street. This vintage and antique market is…
2023 Litchfield Skyview Movie Season
Litchfield Skyview Drive-In 1500 Old Rte 66 N, LitchfieldThe 2023 Litchfield Skyview movie season is From May 18th - October 21st. Visit https://litchfieldskyview.com/schedule for updates. Updated list of upcoming shows: Barbie Barbie August 18 & 19 with Magic Mike Barbie Party: August 25 & 26 We will be having a Barbie Party! Live Barbies from 7-8:30 Giveaways and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBk4NYhWNMM Teenage Mutant Ninja…
2023 Route 66 Drive In Movie Season
Route 66 Drive In 1700 Recreation Dr, SpringfieldThe 2023 Route 66 Drive In movie season is From May 19th - October 21st. Visit https://www.route66-drivein.com/films for updates. Updated list of upcoming shows:
2023 3rd Fridays in Downtown Lincoln
Downtown Lincoln 101 North Chicago St, LincolnThe City of Lincoln is hosting Third Fridays Downtown is a free, family-friendly, Summer event series that offers fun, entertainment, and affordable food options for the entire community. The only items that cost money would be food and vendor offerings. All participating vendors (food or otherwise) are asked to keep prices as low as possible…
2023 Springfield Lucky Horseshoes Baseball
Robin Roberts Stadium 1415 N Grand Ave E., SpringfieldWhile the history of baseball in Springfield dates back to 1925, this iteration of the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes franchise was founded in 2008 as the Springfield Sliders. Following a championship season in the final year of the Central Illinois Collegiate League, the franchise joined the Prospect League prior to the 2009 season where they have…
Village of Bolingbrook Wednesday Night Summer Concerts
Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookThe Village of Bolingbrook Wednesday Night Summer Concerts are back! Bring your chairs, blankets, and refreshments to the Roger C. Clark Performing Arts Center behind Town Center for FREE outdoor concerts all summer long. Concerts are scheduled for Wednesday nights starting May 31st and running through September 6th. Music begins at 7:30pm! Click HERE for a printable…
Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series 4th Season
Downtown Springfield Inc. 3 W Old State Capitol Plaza, SpringfieldFree, live music for all in the heart of downtown Springfield! Join us on the North Mansion Block every Thursday night for music, food, local vendors, and good vibes all around. *ASL interpreters provided* Thursdays | June 1 - August 3 6:00 - 9:30 pm 4th & Jackson Check the lineup 2019 concert series -…
Springfield’s History Comes Alive 14th Season
Springfield, IL SpringfieldThis summer History Comes Alive returns for its 14th Season as Abraham and Mary Lincoln lead a cast of characters on a trip back in time! Meet the Lincolns at historic sites throughout the city and learn about their lives in Springfield. From historic portrayals at locations such as the Lincoln Home National Historic Site,…
McLean County Museum of History’s Futures in History Camp
McLean County Museum of History/Cruisin' with Lincoln 66 Visitors Center 200 N. Main Street, BloomingtonAre you looking for a fun and unique opportunity for your kiddos this summer? Then look no further than the McLean County Museum of History’s Futures in History Camp! Registration for the 2023 FiHC is now open! The Museum will be offering two, out-of-this-world day camp sessions this year. Each 5-day camp experience includes facilitation…
Storytime at the Bolingbrook Historical Museum
Bolingbrook Historical Museum 444 E Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookSpark your imagination with stories, songs, fun and a take-home craft. After this drop-in storytime, stick around to explore the museum and learn more about our village. Storytime includes free…
Cars & Guitars on 66!
Rialto Square Theatre 102 North Chicago Street, JolietCars & Guitars on 66! This family friendly FREE event is gonna Rev’em up and Rock’ on to the sounds of the JunkYard Dawgs! Located in the VanBuren Street Plaza…
Illinois Monarch Project’s Wings of Dreams BioBlitz 2023
Illinois ILIt’s time for the Illinois Monarch Project’s second annual Wings of Dreams BioBlitz! The Illinois Monarch Project’s Community Engagement Committee is preparing to roll out the summer engagement BioBlitz campaign for Pollinator Week…
ALPLM to celebrate Juneteenth by displaying Emancipation Proclamation
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD – As America celebrates Juneteenth, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will give everyone a chance to see a rare copy of the document that played a key…
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