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16th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Experience

Springfield, IL Springfield

Following a successful Spring Edition in March, the 16th Annual History Comes Alive Summer Edition experience continues in Springfield, Illinois on June 6-August 9, 2025. Join us this summer as we bring history to life with our most talented cast of historical reenactors yet! Experience the thrill of Lincoln’s iconic speeches with reenactments at the…

Route 66 Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit at The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space

The Pharmacy Gallery & Art Space 623 E. Adams Street, Springfield

In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, The Pharmacy will host a special Bob Waldmire Art Exhibit Bob Waldmire - Nomadic Hippie, gifted artist, and Route 66 icon. Immerse yourself in the legend's creative expressions and awe-inspiring attention to detail, celebrating the nostalgia and culture of Route 66. Springfield native Bob Waldmire was…

Girard Festival Days 2025

Girard City Park 111 W Madison St., Girard

Celebrate Girard Festival Days 2025, and this year’s lineup is bursting with fun, flavor, and family-friendly excitement! Join us July 25th through 27th in downtown Girard for three unforgettable days…

2025 Carlinville Car Show

Downtown Carlinville 112 N. Side Square, Carlinville

Come join us for a full day of family fun on the Carlinville Square, Saturday, July 26, 2025. Hosted by: Carlinville American Legion #544 and Carlinville Rotary Club. 2025 Carlinville Car Show Classes: 1) Stock 1900 - 1959 2) Stock 1960 - 1975 3) Stock 1976 - 1990 4) Stock 1991 - Current 5) Modified…

Taste of Carlinville

Downtown Carlinville 112 N. Side Square, Carlinville

The Carlinville Chamber of Commerce is proud to introduce a brand-new summer tradition: Taste of Carlinville — a one-night street festival celebrating local flavor, community connection, and small-town charm after dark. This event marks the grand finale of Carlinville’s most vibrant weekend of the year — Super Summer Weekend — and invites residents and visitors…

Free

2025 Live @ The Amp Summer Concert Series Heartache Tonight with Stereo Typical

Sherman Village Park Amphitheater 1200 Rail Fence Dr., Sherman

Village of Sherman, Mayor Trevor J. Clatfelter & The Sherman village board of trustees present a Live concert event - The Amp Summer Concert Series Heartache Tonight with Stereo Typical. Tickets are $18 for both performances. Gates open 1 hour before show time. Pre-purchase at https://www.shermanil.org/concerts-events-andamp;-news/concerts/event-tickets/ $18 at the gate BUT why wait in line…

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