Events
2023 Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
Farmersville City Park 513 Elevator St., Farmersville
Village of Bolingbrook Wednesday Night Summer Concerts
Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook
Levitt AMP Springfield Music Series 4th Season
Downtown Springfield Inc. 3 W Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield
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, Bloomington
Storytime at the Bolingbrook Historical Museum
Bolingbrook Historical Museum 444 E Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook
ALPLM to celebrate Juneteenth by displaying Emancipation Proclamation
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum 212 N 6th St, SpringfieldWeek of Events
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…
2023 Old Joliet Prison Tours
The 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 used to expand the Museum’s mission to preserve and disseminate the history of Joliet, as well as to fund much-needed measures to secure and stabilize…
2023 Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
2023 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
The 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
The 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
The 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
The 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
While 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
The 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
Free, 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
This 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
Are 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
Spark 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 museum admission. Tuesdays, June 13, July 11 & August 8, from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM. The Bolingbrook Historic Preservation Commission's mission is to collect…
Cars & Guitars on 66!
Cars & 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 parking lot across from the Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet. Car club participants please enter the show area at the Clinton & Chicago Street…
ALPLM to celebrate Juneteenth by displaying Emancipation Proclamation
SPRINGFIELD – 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 role in this historic day of freedom, the Emancipation Proclamation. The proclamation, which bears the signature of Abraham Lincoln, will be displayed June 19-23 and…
44th Annual GTOAA Nationals
The GTO Association of America (GTOAA) will hold its 44th Annual International Meet June 27-July 1 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, Illinois. The event will be hosted by the Gateway GTO Association, one of over 30 GTOAA chapters. The annual GTOAA National Convention is more than just a car show. It is our multi-day…
Wing’d Rider Rally 2023
Please join Illinois Wing'd Rider at the very FIRST WING'D RIDER Rally at Niehaus Cycle Sales in Litchfield, IL. There will be Vendors, Promotions, Attractions and Activities galore! Wing'd Riders and Wing'd Rider Magazine is dedicated to riders of the Honda Gold Wing worldwide. Wing’d Rider was formed in July of 2022 by John Lazzeroni…
NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend
NASCAR's most premier race weekend will be taking place on the streets of Downtown Chicago, July 1-2, 2023. The Chicago Street Race Weekend will provide a luxury race experience with premium hospitality and upgrades. The two-day race weekend will boast a festival like atmosphere all centered in the heart of downtown. With exclusive access, an…
Atlanta 4th of July Cruise-in on Route 66
Atlanta 4th of July Cruise-in on Route 66
Join us for a cruise-in on Route 66! The location will be on Arch Street, between Race and Vine Street. Chubby's Bar & Grill will have a cruise-in burger special. Stop by Missy's Sweet Shoppe at the Palms Grill Café. Enjoy Atlanta's local shops at Arch Street Artisans and The Gift Box, both walking distance…
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