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Join Illinois Local and the Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway for the fourth annual Illinois Local Small Business Saturday Holiday Market. Support local independent businesses and causes from across the state, and shop small. We can't wait to see everyone on Saturday, November 30th 2024 in the Expo Building at the IL State Fairgrounds in…
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The McLean County Museum of History will celebrate the Iconic Livingston Santa's return to Downtown Bloomington and announce future public art plans on Saturday, November 30, at 11:30 a.m. Saturday's ceremony will be a half-hour long, complete with music, biodegradable confetti, and Santa himself, who will arrive via a firetruck to thank the various people…
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After 60+ years of looking over Route 66 in Wilmington the Gemini Giant is getting ready for his return to town. He's in the last days of his vacation and will be on his way back...and we're going to throw him one heck of a party! The public unveiling of the Gemini Giant will take… |
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Photographer David Schwartz is excited to invite you to the 2024 Holiday Open Studio! This special 11th annual event showcases over 150 photographs David captured on Route 66 during his 20-year journey, along with stunning Fine Art images of Cleveland. It’s the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind gifts for those on your holiday list or to… |
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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.” Christmas in Carlinville will… 
Two days of fun--including a beautiful lighted Christmas parade on Friday evening at 7 PM. This year's theme is "Read Me a Christmas Story". There will be hidden painted rocks, Storytime at the Sly Fox Bookstore, Christmas crafts with Virden Royalty, craft vendors at various locations, and plenty of great shopping all day long at…
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Join the Museum on Friday AND Saturday for free, festive fun during Christmas Under the Dome! Friday, December 6, we'll be open to all from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. for the Downtown Bloomington Once Upon a Holiday First Friday festivities with: Adult eggnog and hot cider Live music Model train display Festive photo op Card writing activity to spread…
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Elkhart, IL – The Village of Elkhart and the Elkhart Community invite residents and visitors to join the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, December 6, 2024 at Veterans' Park on Main Street. This cherished community tradition brings neighbors, friends, and families together to celebrate the spirit of the season in a joyful and…
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Join Kidzeum for a night of art, history, and wonder as we offer a rare glimpse into a remarkable architectural, historical, and visual treasure in downtown Springfield. The Cliff Hotel, operated between ca. 1910 and 1960, has been abandoned and mothballed for over 50 years. For this special exhibit, the rich patina and ghostly remains… |
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Join us for a magical day at The Pink Elephant Antique Mall’s Annual Holiday Open House! Step into a winter wonderland filled with festive cheer and delightful treasures. Discover the charm of the season as you browse through unique gifts from over 50 talented dealers, most offering special discounts just for you! Whether you’re searching… 
The recent snap of cold air reminds us that the Christmas season is fast approaching and with it comes the return of the ever-popular Christmas Candlelight Services on Elkhart Hill. The Elkhart Historical Society will host this year’s Christmas Candlelight Service with four performances on Saturday, December 7, and one afternoon performance on Sunday, December 8, at the St.… |
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Step back in time this holiday weekend, Friday and Saturday Noon-4:00 pm, and experience the warmth and charm of Christmas at the Planinsek Grocery & Meat Market Museum. Our historic house and market is transformed into a nostalgic, festive scene, showing how Slovenian immigrants experienced the joy of the season in the mid 1900’s. Wander… 
We're back again for a new holiday of fright - December 13 & 14 from 6-10pm. Come join us for 2 nights only for our Holiday Edition of Area 66 Haunted School. Are you on the naughty or nice list? The Christmas goblins, ghouls and gremlins are waiting to show you around the halls. Rain… |
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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…
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Santa Claus is coming to West End Service Station in Edwardsville Dec 14 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.! Get festive at the historic Route 66 stop with free hot cocoa and sweet treats, take a photo with the big Jolly man himself and don't forget to bring your Christmas list!
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Johnnie Owens is back for live music during the Old Capitol Holiday Walks Downtown! Saturday December 14th & Saturday December 21st he'll be at Buzz Bomb from 5-7pm, so visit the #AdamsFamily for some free live music and a craft beer or two. Johnnie will be performing some classics as well as holiday tunes to… |
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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…
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Peter Billingsley, star of the famous movie, A Christmas Story, will be on a limited tour this holiday season hosting a series of screenings of the film. The evening will include a pre-show meet and greet, screening of the 1983 film, and a moderated Q&A where Billingsley will share stories from the movie set, behind-the-scenes… |
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Join us at Kidzeum on Dec. 21 from 9am-4pm, as we celebrate Ugly Sweater Day! We're exploring traditions by rocking our favorite holiday apparel and considering why people wear what they wear during the holiday season. We'll have a variety of festive crafts and activities, along with a brand new science demonstration about how different…
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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…
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Johnnie Owens is back for live music during the Old Capitol Holiday Walks Downtown! Saturday December 21st he'll be at Buzz Bomb from 5-7pm, so visit the #AdamsFamily for some free live music and a craft beer or two. Johnnie will be performing some classics as well as holiday tunes to really make your Downtown… |
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John Drake brings Roots Blues Americana Classic Rock and more to the Buzz Bomb Brewing Co. on Friday, Dec. 27, from 7-9pm. Drake is a singer-songwriter, Americana artist, blues guitarist and performer. Event by Buzz Bomb Brewing Company, Adams Street District - Adams Family and Land of Lincoln Drinking Trail. |
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This year, bring your little ones to the most exciting, family-friendly New Year’s event in Joliet – the Ultimate Kids’ New Year’s Eve EVE Party! The clock may strike midnight for adults, but for the kids, the celebration begins early with a packed schedule of fun-filled activities, games, and entertainment that will make them feel… |
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Ring the New Year with Motorheads again with Captain Geech & Micah Walk! Dinner Package includes: Reserved table all night long, Prime Rib or Lobster Tail & Shrimp dinner, Party favors, Champagne toast at midnight and the ever-popular Captain Geech & The Shrimp Shack Shooters with Special guest Micah Walk! Don't want dinner? Get the… 
Join us in Downtown Springfield for the best New Year’s Party! Buzz Bomb will be serving up delicious beer and cocktails, A Taste of Seoul will have a special New Year’s Dinner (reservations recommended). Enjoy music, raffles, and a champagne toast at midnight! Raffle items include what's behind door #1 OR a brand new hoodie…
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Join us at Kidzeum on Dec. 31 from 9am-1pm, as we celebrate the start of a new year! We'll have plenty of activities to start 2025 off on the right foot. This year, we're going all-out with a dance party led by the Springfield Youth Performance Group, skating on our sock-skating rink, a wide variety…
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The Springfield Area Arts Council (SAAC) celebrates its 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 other… |
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