Bike the wonderful Tunnel Hill State Trail starting in Vienna, Illinois (Routes: 10 miles, 20 miles, and 52 miles). See amazing sights, old railroad trestles, and even a 500+ foot train tunnel you can ride through on the 20 and 52-mile routes. https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Vienna/tourdetunnel
Saluki Con will take place on Saturday–Sunday, April 6-7, 2024 from 10am–5pm at the SIU Student Center in Carbondale, IL. There will also be a Friday Night (April 5) gaming event from 4–9pm to kick off the weekend. the SIU Student Center to be bustling with activity that will feature special regional and celebrity […]
Southern Illinois Crossroads Eclipse Festival SIU will feature a variety of events on campus the day of the eclipse, with the main one being a public viewing at the football stadium. Michelle Nichols of Adler Planetarium will serve as host and guide. There also will be indoor viewing, talks and […]
Come experience the vibrant essence of Southern Illinois at this outdoor extravaganza, highlighting local businesses, artisans, and entrepreneurs. Join us on the weekend of the ECLIPSE for an array of fantastic vendors, delightful food trucks, free kids' activities and a concert on April 7th, presented by the City of Carbondale. […]
It’s C’s Bitsy Bees One Year Anniversary and we are celebrating with our 2nd Annual Kids/Princess Day!!! There will be loads of activities for your kiddos inside Annabelle Market and in Various Businesses in Anna-Jonesboro!! Oh and the best part…. Disney Princesses will be in town from 10-1!!! A list […]
The River-to River Trail Society offers free guided hikes in and about the Shawnee National Forest. All hikes are open to the public free of charge. No reservations are required. These hikes are of at least moderate difficulty, and are intended for people in good health who have done some […]
Come and enjoy this day in celebration of local talent with an eclipse theme. This is a perfect opportunity to purchase that one-of-a-kind memorabilia of this historic crossover eclipse (2017 and 2024) that will engulf Southern Illinois. Please contact events.alto@gmail.com to participate as a vendor. Music by Radio Days 2:00-5:00 […]
Bluegrass & Gospel bands in the amphitheater from 10 am – 4 pm. There will be food trucks during these times as well. Vienna City Park, 298 E. Vine Street, Vienna, IL 62995
Sunday April 7 5pm - 8 pm at Marion Pavilion. Celebrating Southern Illinois Finest Restaurants and Beverages. Tickets $50 per person. Advance Prefered call 618-253-4444 or 618-993-3513 Music by the Penguins. Benefitting The Fowler Bonan Foundation, a local charity helping southern Illinois youth.
Get a move on and Run on the Day of the 2024 Total Eclipse by participating in the Total Eclipse Run, Vienna, IL.
Monday April 8 at 121 Veterans Dr., Harrisburg (Amphitheatre) Gates open at 10:00 am Rain or featuring Ronnie McDowell. Tickets are $25 Ronnie McDowell Tickets, Harrisburg | Eventbrite Music starts at 11 am with Ronnie McDowell on stage at 1:30. Concert will pause for Eclipse. Food Trucks, Face Painting, vendors, […]
View the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8th from the only 360-degree, unobstructed viewing location in Southern Illinois at Bald Knob Mountain. Learn more and purchase tickets here, https://www.baldknobcross.com/tickets/ Location: 3630 Bald Knob Rd, Alto Pass, IL
The 2024 eclipse! Giant City State Park will be a flurry of visitor activity but we couldn’t have an eclipse without offering a little information about what is happening! Join the DEB (Dynamic Eclipse Broadcast) citizen science team as they not only transmit eclipse data to NASA but also provide […]
The ranch is open 10am-3pm. No reservation needed. Drop in for $12/person (children 2 and under free). Grab a bucket of feed and some viewing glasses then head out to the pasture to hand feed and pet the alpacas! Bring a blanket and picnic in the pasture! We will have […]
The Ryder Family Farm is right in the path of 100% totality for the April 8th, 2024 solar eclipse. The quaint, historic river town of Golconda, Illinois is one of the Southern Illinois cities along the route of totality for the Total Solar Eclipse of 2024. Our farm is located just a […]
The Cache River is in the path of totality for the Great American Eclipse! Observers will experience approximately 2:28 of totality! The day will be full of story, song, science and food. Presentations include speakers Operations Manager Mark Denzer who will share the lore and stories of the Eclipse from Read more…
Trillium Trail in Giant City is one of the best spring wildflower trails in southern Illinois. Join the Natural Resources Coordinator as we meander through the spring woods and take a closer look at these petite beauties. This is a moderately difficult two-mile trail with some steep stair climbing. Please Read more…
Trash Blasts will happen on the first Friday of every month from March until June from 1 pm to 3 pm at various locations in the Shawnee National Forest. However, with the Total Eclipse happening so close to the beginning of April we will be moving April's Trash Blast Read more…
Comedy, spoken word, music. $5. at the door. 904-625-1109 or email vabchlee@gmail.com.
Place: Marion Pavilion, 1602 Sioux Drive, Marion, Illinois Dates and Times: Saturday April 13th, 2024 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday April 14th 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: Adults $2 Children 18 and under free Free parking and Door prizes Exhibits: Gem, Minerals, Fossils, Lapidary Silent Auctions, Fluorescent Light […]
The River-to-River Trail Society will once again offer a schedule of guided hikes in and near the Shawnee National Forest. All hikes are free and open to the public, and typically average about four hours in length. Although the hikes vary in level of difficulty, all are intended for people Read more…
Trillium Trail in Giant City is one of the best spring wildflower trails in southern Illi-nois. Join the Natural Resources Coordinator as we meander through the spring woods and take a closer look at these petite beauties. This is a moderately difficult two-mile trail with some steep stair climbing. Registration Read more…
Trillium Trail in Giant City is one of the best spring wildflower trails in southern Illi-nois. Join the Natural Resources Coordinator as we meander through the spring woods and take a closer look at these petite beauties. This is a moderately difficult two-mile trail with some steep stair climbing. Registration Read more…
Swifties of all ages welcomed! New Beer Alert!!! Lavender Haze- Lavender Cream Ale beer release Crop top- pistachio cream ale back on. 6-7pm bracelet making, hair tinsel, and new album listening party 7-8pm The Whiskey Chicks cover Taylor Swift 8-9pm: Taylor Swift Karaoke! Muddy Roots will be selling plants at Read more…
Join us for a fun evening of music and entertainment among friends! $1 off wine and wine drinks.
(From Mississippi River to Ohio River) Daylight to dusk. A road race for teams of 8 runners, each runs 3 legs of approx. 3 miles for a total distance of 80 miles. http://rrr.olm.net/
Party starts at 1:00 pm, Garden Party Dress Attire. Enjoy an afternoon Fashion show- Vintage & new purses will be offered during a Live & Silent Auction along with Tea Room delights. Contact Susan Prestia, interiordirections@sbcglobal.net or 913-634-9518, Send check to Anna Arts Center, 125 W Davie St., Anna, IL. Read more…
The River-to-River Trail Society offers free guided hikes in and about the Shawnee National Forest for Spring, 2024. All hikes are open to the public free of charge. These hikes are of at least moderate difficulty, and are intended for people in good health who have done some hiking. Boots Read more…
Southern Illinois University originated The Great Cardboard Boat Regatta, which dates back to 1974. Since then, the event has become a campus tradition and attracted thousands of enthusiastic participants. Each spring, aspiring boaters put their engineering and creativity skills to the test, constructing cardboard creations capable of completing the 200-yard Read more…
Join us on our Full Pink Moon Paddle. The Pink Moon symbolizes the sprouting of seed and the explosion of spring flowers particularly wild ground phlox or pink moss phlox which is one of the first flowers to bloom with the arrival of the spring. Kayak the Cache wetlands and Read more…
You can expect flow, chunky rocks and roots, lung and leg burning climbs and some of the fastest downhills in all of the Shawnee! These trails have been hand tuned and are maintained by members of the Shawnee Mountain Bike Association and other volunteers. These are the first trails to […]
endor event with Antiques, Collectibles, Primitives, Crafts, Home Decor, Clothing, Jewelry, Food, & More! Food Trucks and ATMs will be available. Free Admission.
At the Tuscan Sun Event Pavilion This conference is meant to support, encourage and inspire other women through speakers, networking and good old fashioned fun! Union County Women in Business is hosting its 2ndAnnual Women’s Conference ! This conference, like the organization, is meant to empower and encourage women Read more…
The River-to-River Trail Society offers free guided hikes in and about the Shawnee National Forest. All hikes are open to the public free of charge. These hikes are of at least moderate difficulty, and are intended for people in good health who have done some hiking. Boots or sturdy shoes Read more…
Local artists will be exhibiting at the Logan Gallery and the General John A. Logan Museum. The Logan Gallery, at 1618 Edith Street in Murphysboro. Open 10-5! https://www.facebook.com/oakstreetart
Hands-on science stations at the event will include tardigrades and microscopes, habitat information, environmental education, and arts and crafts. Live music, vendors, and food will be offered throughout the day. Fundraising includes a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and donations. This is a family-friendly event with fun to be had for Read more…
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