Events
2023 Small Town Dreamers Market in Farmersville
Farmersville City Park 513 Elevator St., FarmersvilleVillage of Bolingbrook Wednesday Night Summer Concerts
Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center 375 W Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookLevitt AMP Springfield Music Series 4th Season
Downtown Springfield Inc. 3 W Old State Capitol Plaza, SpringfieldStorytime at the Bolingbrook Historical Museum
Bolingbrook Historical Museum 444 E Briarcliff Rd, BolingbrookWeek 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 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,…
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…
2023 Logan County Fair
The Logan County Fair Association welcomes you to "Illinois' Cleanest and Best County Fair." This year, we are celebrating our 87th Logan County Fair. All of our fair events begin on Sunday, July 30th and continue through Sunday, August 6th, 2023. Please come join us and enjoy our wide variety of events. 2023 Music Night…
Route 66 Experience Kick-off Party and Lighting Ceremony
Route 66 Experience Kick-off Party and Lighting Ceremony
Relive the Journey and Experience the Legends! - In partnership with the Illinois State Fairgrounds, Illinois Route 66 Scenic Byway, Ace Sign Co., Visit Springfield, and Enjoy Illinois. Join us at at the Pre-Party at the Route 66 Motorheads Motordome from 5:00p to 7:00p before we head out to the Illinois State Fairgrounds at 7:30p…
Lincoln, Race and American Freedom Free Event July 26 at ALPLM
Lincoln, Race and American Freedom Free Event July 26 at ALPLM
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Abraham Lincoln’s 1860 presidential campaign was more than one man’s run for higher office. It was also an attempt to block a political scheme threatening to spread slavery to new corners of America, as historian Lucas Morel will explain July 26 at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Lincoln’s opponents included…
LOCO Retail Therapy Road Trip!
LOCO Retail Therapy Road Trip!
Share with your friends & family our first annual Logan County Retail Therapy Shopping Event. A map will guide you to participating shops including antiques, boutiques & thrift! Receive a charm with a purchase at participating businesses & enjoy refreshments! We can’t wait to see you! More info coming soon!
Comicopolis – Lockport’s 7th Annual Comic and Fandom Con
Comicopolis – Lockport’s 7th Annual Comic and Fandom Con
Comicopolis - Lockport’s 7th annual Comic and Fandom Con just keeps getting bigger and better! 60+ artists, writers, and specialty vendors selling one of a kind merchandise at affordable prices. Cosplay costume contest with cash prizes. Face painting, photo booth, scavenger hunt, and zombies. Swag bags for the first 500 attendees. Follow your fandoms at…
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