Events for April 17, 2026

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Freedom Sings USA – Anna, IL

Davie School Inn 300 Freeman St, Anna

This event pairs professional songwriter with veterans, military personnel, and their families to help them tell their stories through song. The five veterans chosen to participate are: Donnie Spurlock (Iraq), Mark Haddick (Vietnam), Jean Few (Vietnam), Don Fotheringham (98, Iwo Jima), and Jack Edwards (99, South Pacific). The schedule is: Read more

Make Believe at Varsity Theater

Varsity Center 418 S. Illinois Avenue, Carbondale

Four young siblings recreate their everyday lives in a game of make-believe in their attic, while the world beneath them bodes a more sinister reality. Defying all narrative expectations, Make Believe is a gut-wrenching meditation on the imprint of childhood trauma on adults. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 Read more

“Superman Day at the Super Museum” in Metropolis

The Super Museum, which houses the "World's Largest collection of Superman memorabilia" and is the definitive home of Superman history, is proud to announce the official schedule for Superman Day 2026 on April 17th and 18th. The weekend will feature a massive gathering of Justice League characters, classic cars, local Read more

Spring Wildflower Walks

Giant City Visitor center 235 Giant City Road, Makanda

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 […]