Week of Events
2026 Old Capitol Art Fair
Set against the backdrop of the Illinois Old State Capitol building, attendees find the Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair to be a unique tradition of fine art. This event has brought artists and shoppers from across the country flocking to downtown Springfield’s two-day outdoor art gallery for over 60 years. On May 16th & 17th,…
Monday, May 11, 2026
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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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May 12, 2026 -Join Heritage Corridor Destinations for the Unveiling of a New Roadside Attraction at Chicagoland Speedway
Join Heritage Corridor Destinations for the Unveiling of a New Roadside Attraction at Chicagoland Speedway
In celebration of the Route 66 Centennial, Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway will be unveiling a new roadside attraction for the 2026 season this Tuesday, May 12th! Tuesday, May 12 | Weather Permitting 5:30-9 AM | Scott Slocum will host his WJOL AM Morning Show at Gate 11 8 AM - 2 PM | Chicagoland Speedway Giveaways and Ticket Raffle 8:45…
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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Thursday, May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026 -Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower!
Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower!
It's time to celebrate the grand re-opening of the Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower in Hartford! After completing a multi-million renovation, the Village of Hartford and Great Rivers & Routes Tourism Bureau will unveil the refreshed Confluence Tower at a Grand Opening event on Thursday, May 14 at 10 a.m. The public is invited to visit the…
Friday, May 15, 2026
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Saturday, May 16, 2026
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May 16, 2026 - RecurringDowntown Bloomington Farmers Market
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May 16, 2026 -2026 Main Street Mingle in Virden
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market
Market Day is calling! The Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market is a vibrant, community-centered market that brings together local farmers, artisans, and small businesses in the heart of the city. Held seasonally in historic Downtown Bloomington, the market offers a wide variety of fresh, locally grown produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items, and specialty foods—all sourced…
2026 Main Street Mingle in Virden
Main Street Mingle season is officially ready for vendor sign-ups — and trust us, this year is going to be BIG. With themed events, our Renaissance edition, and the massive Route 66 Centennial Celebration closing out the season, you’re going to want in on this one. Location: Old Route 66 – Virden Town Square 9…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
No events on this day.