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Downtown Bloomington – First Friday
First 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 opportunity to shop late at local participating businesses, see what's new in the local galleries, and cap it all off with a bite to eat…
Maldaner’s Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional murder mystery dinner show. Our actors…
Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum offers free admission on anniversary of Gettysburg Address
An original edition of the Gettysburg Address is going on display for 12 days at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the only place in America where the public can regularly see Lincoln’s most famous speech written in his own hand. The presidential library’s copy of the Gettysburg Address will be exhibited Nov. 17…
ALPLM Gettysburg Address Special Exhibit & Historical Talk
An original edition of the Gettysburg Address is going on display for 12 days -- from November 17 through 28 -- at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, the only place in America where the public can regularly see Lincoln’s most famous speech written in his own hand. As part of our special display…
Elkhart’s Christmas in The Village
Elkhart's Christmas in The Village events span from November 18th to December 24th. Each event is open to the public, everyone is welcome. As always, if you have any questions, please send us an email elkhart.hist.soc@gmail.com or call 217-947-2238 (Elkhart Historical Society) or 217-947-2200 (The Country Bumpkin). Saturday November 18th , 2023 Christmas Open houses…
Lincoln Christmas Express & Lincoln Christmas Parade
Lincoln Christmas Express in downtown Lincoln, IL is from Friday, November 24, 2023 to Saturday, December 16, 2023. The annual Lincoln Christmas Parade will take place on Thursday, December 7th, at 6:30 PM. The theme this year is "Deck the Halls: Christmas Light Show." Downtown Lincoln Beginning the last weekend in November Winter Wonderland Tree…
DSI Old Capitol Holiday Walks
Every year, Downtown Springfield, Inc. and our unique, locally-owned shops pull out all of the stops for the most magical time of the year - the Old Capitol Holiday Walks! Times are Wednesdays from 4-8pm and Saturdays from 10am-8pm. Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Illinois National Bank, DSI is excited to offer a month full…
6 events,
Building a Place of Conscience from a Place of Incarceration: The National Register Listing of the Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet
Building a Place of Conscience from a Place of Incarceration: The National Register Listing of the Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet
Over its long history, Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet (Old Joliet Prison) has been recognized for its iconic Gothic Revival architecture, made infamous by its many high-profile inmates, and become…
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Christmas Under the Dome – Free Attendance at McLean County Museum of History
Join the Museum this Friday and Saturday for free, festive fun during Christmas Under the Dome! Friday, December 1, we'll be open to all until 8 p.m. for the Downtown Bloomington Once Upon a Holiday First Friday festivities with: Adult eggnog and hot cocoa Live music by Marcos Mendez Model train display Festive photo op Pop-up market featuring…
2023 Christmas in Carlinville
For more than thirty years, the first weekend of December in Carlinville has been a destination for holiday shoppers and festival enthusiasts in search of small-town holiday magic. This year, every location throughout the community will be uniting under one common name in the spirit of community unity- “Christmas in Carlinville.” “For several years there…
Pink Elephant Antique Mall One Year Anniversary Celebration
Pink Elephant Antique Mall One Year Anniversary Celebration
Please join us, Friday December 1st, for light refreshments and cupcakes as we celebrate our 1-year Anniversary as the new owners of The Pink Elephant Antique Mall. Thank you for…
Elkhart’s Annual Christmas in the Park
Elkhart’s Annual Christmas in the Park
CHRISTMAS CAROLING, HOT CHOCOLATE, COOKIES AND TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY! With the Holiday Season upon us, it is time for celebrating with friends, family, and neighbors. Join in the spirit of the season in village of Elkhart on Friday, December 1, 2023 between 5:00 P.M. and 6:30 P.M. to participate in Elkhart’s 2nd Annual Christmas Tree…
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Pink Elephant Antique Mall Open House
Come and enjoy the day, on December 2nd & 3rd, holiday shopping at The Pink Elephant Antique Mall. There will be discounts in many of the vendor booths. Whether you are looking for holiday decor, holiday gifts or just for fun, you are sure to find something you will want to take home with you.…
Atlanta IL Christmas Market
The Atlanta Public Library & Museum will be hosting Atlanta’s Christmas Market this year. The market will be held on Saturday, December 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd from 10am-3pm in the Union Hall building, 114 SW Arch Street. Anyone wishing to sign up as a vendor is encouraged to visit https://forms.gle/6vRD1zTCMbUV7fkn7 and fill out the Google Form.…
Elkhart Chapel 2023 Christmas Candlelight Services
The Elkhart Historical Society will host this year’s Christmas Candlelight Service with four performances on Saturday, December 2 and one afternoon performance on Sunday, December 3, at the St. John the Baptist Chapel located on Elkhart Hill. Each year’s Candlelight Service brings a new and fresh presentation, resulting in sell-out performances consisting of beautiful segments…
9 events,
Channaholidays
Channaholidays
Join the Village of Channahon, Channahon Park District, and Three Rivers Public Library District for Channaholidays, a day filled with holiday fun for the whole family! The event will include a Luminary Trail, festive photo opportunities, visits with Santa, a candy cane scramble, performances, crafts, food trucks, and much more!
5 events,
Live Music with Gianna Hines at Docs Just Off 66
Live Music with Gianna Hines at Docs Just Off 66
Join Docs Just Off 66 in Girard in welcoming the newest artist to start playing at Docs once a month. Thursday, December 7th is singer/guitarist Gianna Hines. This is the first of several new artists at Docs. Happy Hour from 4-7pm $3 Butterscotch Hot Cocoa $3 Root Beer Floats Dinner Specials - Pork Chops &…
5 events,
Christmas at the Mansions
Christmas at the Mansions
Christmas at the Mansions is a holiday tour of two of Bloomington-Normal's favorite historic sites -- David Davis Mansion and Ewing Manor. For this self-driving event from 2-7pm on Saturday, December 9th, you'll see these gorgeous homes decorated in period Christmas finery. Take in the architecture, the historic holiday postcard settings and hosts dressed in…
5 events,
Caroling At The Carillon & Jingle Bells Spectacular
Caroling At The Carillon & Jingle Bells Spectacular
Since 1982, our annual Caroling at the Carillon is a great way to kick-off the holiday season! Gather around a roaring bonfire and sing Christmas Carols accompanied by the beautiful music of the Carillon. The “Trinity Wind Ensemble” under the direction of Jan Zepp will be present again to provide us with interludes during the…
5 events,
Live Music at Docs Just Off 66 – Jade Horton
Live Music at Docs Just Off 66 – Jade Horton
Join Docs Just Off 66 in Girard in welcoming new artists to start playing at Docs during each month. On December 14th, from 6-8pm, come out and enjoy dinner, drinks and music from local talent, Jade Horton. Happy Hour from 4-7pm $3 Butterscotch Hot Cocoa $3 Root Beer Floats Dinner Specials - Pork Chops &…
6 events,
A Gilded Age Christmas…with Santa
Join us for a fun family event, December 15 & 16 from 5-7pm. Visitors will have the opportunity to walk through the mansion at night and view each room, decked out with beautiful holiday decorations, while costumed guides walk the halls. Can you find the green glass pickle hidden in each Christmas tree? We will…
Area 66 Haunted School: Holiday Edition
Christmas vacation is just around the corner for the faculty and students but will they make it out before the holiday nightmare begins? Will you? Come join us for 2 nights only and see what Santa Clown has up his sleeves. He has his naughty or nice list. Which one are you on? Tickets can…
3 events,
Live Music at Docs Just Off 66 – An Afternoon with Pat Jones
Live Music at Docs Just Off 66 – An Afternoon with Pat Jones
Join Docs Just Off 66 in Girard in welcoming new artists to start playing at Docs during each month. On December 17th, from 12-3pm, join in for a Sunday Funday with music from Pat Jones; playing 60’s & 70’s favorites! Happy Hour $3 Butterscotch Hot Cocoa $3 Root Beer Floats Dinner Specials - Pork Chops…
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Motorheads Annual New Year’s Eve Party
Another perfect New Year's Eve planned just for you! $75 Dinner Package includes: reserved table for the evening, Prime Rib or Atlantic Salmon Dinner, party favors, champagne at midnight all while you enjoy the awesome retro party atmosphere created by none other than Captain Geech & The Shrimp Shack Shooters! VERY Special Guest Performance by…
37th Annual First Night Springfield
37th Annual First Night Springfield
The Springfield Area Arts Council (SAAC) celebrates its 37th annual First Night Springfield on New Year's Eve in downtown Springfield. This family-friendly, celebration of the arts features talented local and regional artists & performers across multiple stages at multiple venues. There is a free admission children's stage and activity area from 1 pm-4 pm. All…
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