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SUMMARY:Off the Rails concert - Carbondale
DESCRIPTION:THE 2026 OFF THE RAILS CONCERT SERIES\nWe’re beyond excited to announce the 6th Annual Off the Rails Concert Series\, returning to downtown Carbondale this August through October! This year marks a major milestone as we host our first ever full concert series on the Robbie Stokes Memorial Stage at the New Era Events Plaza. \n2026 Concert Lineup \nSaturday\, September 19 // Hemp\, Hops & Shrooms\nHot Like Mars • MoonShroom\nFriday\, October 2 // SIU Family Weekend\nKyle Tuttle Banjo • Chris Housman \nFREE admission\nBring your own chair\nBYOB (single-serve\, non-glass containers)\nLocal food trucks & vendors\n200 S. Washington Street\, Carbondale\, IL\nFrom hometown favorites to nationally touring artists\, this year’s lineup is one you won’t want to miss. Grab your crew\, mark your calendars\, and join us as we kick off a brand-new era of live music in downtown Carbondale.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/off-the-rails-carbondale/
LOCATION:IL
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SUMMARY:Steele Wings Swing Dance - Brookport
DESCRIPTION:A 1940’s themed event held at the Historic Harry Statham Gymnasium at 308 Crocket St. in Brookport IL. The event features live music featuring Steve Shininger & The ShinSings orchestra. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their finest 40’s fashion and hit the dance floor or just listen to the music. Trophies will be awarded to the Best Dressed Guy\, Best Dressed Gal and for the Best Dance Duo during our dance contest! There will be Chance Raffles and Fun Photo ops and plenty of tasty hors d oeuvres & drinks for everyone. A wonderful time is guaranteed. The steele wings swing dance benefits the John Marvin Steele Statue & Massac County WWII Memorial project.  https://heroesofmassacendeavors.org/ 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/steele-wings-swing-dance-brookport/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T210000
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SUMMARY:The 5th Annual Hemp\, Hops & Shrooms Festival
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Carbondale on Saturday\, September 19\, from 3–9 PM at the Robbie Stokes Memorial Stage at New Era Events Plaza\, 200 S. Washington Street. \nThe free\, all-ages festival packs cannabis science\, Southern Illinois mushrooms\, hemp\, fermentation\, food\, vendors and hands-on demonstrations into one afternoon before MoonShroom and Hot Like Mars take the stage for three hours of free live music. Bring your own chair\, bring your curiosity\, and plan to stay for the music. \nPRESENTATIONS | 3–6 PM \n3 PM | Cannabis Without the Hype // Dr. Aldwin Anterola\, Southern Illinois University \nMove beyond the stigma\, marketing and misinformation surrounding cannabis. Dr. Anterola will break down what research actually tells us about THC\, CBD\, potency\, health benefits\, risks\, cannabis use disorder and product claims. The session will also feature cannabis resources from Carbondale Public Library and a demonstration of a new cannabis health education app being developed by SIU and the library. \n4 PM | From Forest to Table: Exploring Southern Illinois Mushrooms // Jessica Mollison & Jamie Collier \nDiscover what’s growing in our own backyard. Learn the basics of identifying and responsibly foraging Southern Illinois mushrooms\, along with practical ways to turn them into food\, tinctures and extracts. \n5 PM | Optimizing Environmental Controls for Indoor Cannabis Cultivation // Dr. Jose Leme\, Southern Illinois University\nClosing the Knowledge Gap: Cannabis Cultivation Booklet // Isabela Fonseca\nFrom Cannabis consumption to cultivation: A community-based evidence from Southern Illinois // Krish Rauniyar \nSee cannabis cultivation science in action with a working grow tent on site. Dr. Leme will demonstrate how lighting\, temperature\, humidity\, airflow\, ventilation and sensors work together to create an effective indoor growing environment. \nDEMONSTRATIONS | 3–6 PM \n? Hemp for Fiber & Food with Karla Gage and Hunter Buffington\n? Cooking with Mushrooms & Mushroom Extracts with Jessica Mollison\n? Cannabis Cultivation with Dr. Jose Leme\n? Hops\, a sensory experience with Lucas Rose and the SIU FSI\n? Are You a Supertaster? Test your senses with Marta Albiol Tapia and the SIU FSI\n? Explore how smell affects the way we taste food with Marta Albiol Tapia and the SIU FSI \nFREE LIVE MUSIC | 6–9 PM \n6 PM | MoonShroom // Kansas City’s MoonShroom brings its self-described “Grassadelic TWANG” to Carbondale\, mixing bluegrass\, Americana and psychedelic grooves into a high-energy live show. The band has shared stages with Yonder Mountain String Band\, Leftover Salmon\, Split Lip Rayfield and Kyle Tuttle Band. \n7:30 PM | Hot Like Mars // Chicago’s Hot Like Mars closes the night with a dance-ready mix of funk\, soul\, R&B\, rock and psychedelic jam. The fast-rising band has toured nationally and supported acts including Andy Frasco and Pigeons Playing Ping Pong.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/hemp-hops-shrooms/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T160756Z
CREATED:20240713T233554Z
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SUMMARY:Alpaca Farm Days
DESCRIPTION:Annual National Alpaca Farm Days!\nOur ranch will be open to the public for free this weekend!\nColorin  pages for kids\, meet the alpacas\, feel their fleece\, see demonstrations\, walk the ranch and experience our alley and beautiful\, scenic views.\nShop the Alpaca barn boutique\nPaint cookies with Teresa’s Sweet Treats of Southern Illinois\nSee demonstrations\n$1 Feed for the alpacas will be available\non-site bathroom and field parking\nShop our store full of unique alpaca gifts!
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/alpaca-farm/
LOCATION:Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch\, 1335 Hall Church Rd\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20251215T160512Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T160512Z
UID:18853-1789812000-1789837200@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Southern Illinois Honey Festival
DESCRIPTION:Southern Illinois Honey Festival is held in the Valley of the Arts\, Downtown Makanda\, IL. Makanda borders the beautiful Shawnee National Forest\, the gateway to Illinois’ finest state park\, Giant City\, and is located 8 miles south of Carbondale.  The festival celebrates Artists and their creations as well as great music and food. \n\nSouthern Illinois Honey Festival is a non-profit organization intending to educate the public regarding the availability and use of local honey.\nEntries from hives located in Illinois south of Interstate 70 are eligible to enter the contest. One entry per apiary unless different type(s) of flowers where the bees worked is noted on each entry.  A separate form and fee is required for each entry.\nAll honey entered in the contest is judged on taste alone. Entries will be wrapped in foil or coverings to allow a blind taste test by the judges.\nWinners will be announced at approximately 4 pm the day of the festival. Winner need not be present.  Prize money will be awarded to the top three finishers.\nQuestions may be directed to sihoneyfest@outlook.com
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/southern-illinois-honey-festival/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260330T180631Z
CREATED:20250720T173156Z
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SUMMARY:Super Hero 5K run/walk - Carbondale
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Superhero 5K will be a hybrid race – you can join us at the starting line on Saturday\, September 19\, at 9am at Turley Park (1010 N. Glenview Dr\, Carbondale\, IL) or run/walk anywhere in the universe! \nSuperheroes save lives\, which is exactly what you do when you participate in this race. All proceeds support\, educate\, and empower children\, orphans\, students\, and families with the basic necessities of food\, clothing\, shelter\, healthcare and education in Bangladesh\, The Gambia\, and Southern Illinois. Be a true Superhero\, and fundraise for the kids here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/48922/BecomeFundraiser \nSave the Kids! Raise $350+ to provide basic needs & education for kids and win a FKSI puffer vest!
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/super-hero-5k-run-walk-carbondale/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260827T143608Z
CREATED:20200109T011806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T143608Z
UID:5858-1789776000-1789862399@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Shrimp Festival - Golconda
DESCRIPTION:Annual Shrimp Festival – Downtown Golconda\n  618-683-6246\nCorn Hole tournament 11am – $20 per person more details to come\nKIDS ZONE is from 11-5\, Petting Zoo will be here 12-3pm\, we will have bounce houses\nShrimp Fest Entertainment line up\n11am-2pm Family Soul. This is an 8 piece soul and Motown band.\n3-6pm Cat Daddy’O Blues Band. High energy rocking blues band.\n7-10pm Darla’s Crush. 80’s-90’s party music. \nwww.mainstreetgolconda.org
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/shrimp-festival/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260909T205834Z
CREATED:20200218T232203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T205834Z
UID:6611-1789552800-1789560000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Bell Smith Springs Trash Blast
DESCRIPTION:Shawnee National Forest Recreation Specialists are partnering with professional scuba divers to clean Bell Smith Springs. Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes\, long pants\,\nclosed-toed shoes\, and bring their leather work gloves. If you do not have leather gloves we can help provide them\nfor you. Trash receptacles and grabbers will be provided for volunteers during the trash blast.\nTo register or for questions:\nEmail: Alyssa Macuiba\, alyssa.macuiba@usda.gov
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/trash-blast/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTSTAMP:20260827T023126Z
CREATED:20240109T014003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T023126Z
UID:5887-1789516800-1789862399@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Town and Country Days- Eldorado
DESCRIPTION:Annual Eldorado Town & Country Days\n\n\n2026 Theme: America 250: Built on Freedom\n\n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/eldorado/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260909T210808Z
CREATED:20250828T190057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T210808Z
UID:19077-1789300800-1789322400@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Duck Race at Clad & Cordon Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:The DUCK RACE is BACK at the Clad & Cordon winery\, 755 Parker City Road\, Creal Springs.\nJlive music\, food trucks\, 50/50 raffle\, games\, and prizes!\n100% of proceeds go towards helping Johnson County cancer patients.\n12:00-2:00 PM: South of 70 Band\n2:30 PM: Duck Race on the pond\n4:00-6:00 PM: Heath Holloman Music\nTo be a sponsor\, contact Robin Harper-Whitehead @ 618-967-9528 or contact the winery @ 779-875-3666.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/duck-race-at-clad-cordon-vineyard/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T185429Z
CREATED:20220928T170305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T185429Z
UID:12330-1789228800-1789243200@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Fast and Furriest Car Show  - Metropolis
DESCRIPTION:4–8 p.m. at Market Street\, uptown Metropolis\, IL at Superman Square. The event benefits Project Hope Humane Society\, a local no-kill shelter in Metropolis. For more information\, contact Sandra at 618-751-2017.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/metropolis-3/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260912T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T143000
DTSTAMP:20260804T180028Z
CREATED:20200109T001804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T180028Z
UID:5781-1789219800-1789223400@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Bats of the Cache River Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Researchers and educators Dr. James L. Grove and Dr. Selena K. Sasser will share insights into bat ecology\, cave systems\, and ongoing research connected to Blanchard Springs Caverns and wetland ecosystems. Learn more about the important role bats play in our environment\, current research efforts\, and the unique species that call our region home.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/bats-of-the-cache-river-wetlands/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260626T195057Z
CREATED:20240705T150659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T195057Z
UID:9607-1789218000-1789318800@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Farm Crawl
DESCRIPTION:The Farm Crawl is an excellent opportunity for families and friends to meet farmers\, see demos\, and take tours of local farms in southern Illinois.\nEvery year the Co-op works with local farmers to create this unique event that is fun and educational for all ages. Farmers will share the history of their farms\, talk about crops\, livestock\, and the unique ups and downs in farming.\nThis kind of interaction gives tremendous insight into the region’s agriculture and the food supply in our area. You don’t need to be a farmer to enjoy this crawl! So come out\, see the sights\, and learn about the diverse landscape of farming that southern Illinois has to offer!!\nSingle or multi-day car passes will be available for purchase online starting in late July at https://www.neighborhood.coop/farm-crawl and in-store. This event is a self-guided tour. Your pass will give access to farms on the crawl for the region and exclusive event materials. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1007795724783868
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/farm-crawl/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260827T143343Z
CREATED:20260827T143343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T143343Z
UID:20357-1789218000-1789236000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Harry Potter Day - at Feather Hills Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:This family-friendly celebration brings the magic with butterbeer\, a costume contest\, a scavenger hunt\, a Sorting Ceremony\, and Hagrid’s Hut (in partnership with Save Them All Animal Rescue). And from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM\, enjoy live music from the Ethan Stephenson Band. There’s plenty of magical fun planned for fans of all ages.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/harry-potter-day-at-feather-hills-vineyard/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260626T194922Z
CREATED:20240308T230349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T194922Z
UID:13959-1789207200-1789236000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Southern Illinois Made Expo
DESCRIPTION:Exhibitors from all over the region will display and sell their innovative products\, unique creations\, and tasty treats and showcase fabulous Southern Illinois destinations. The event is open to the general public giving everyone the opportunity to experience firsthand the quality of unique products made by Southern Illinois artists\, designers\, and manufacturers and the beauty of Southern Illinois destinations.  Held at the Pavilion\, 1602 Sioux Drive\, Marion\, IL.   https://www.facebook.com/SIMadeExpo/ \n\n\n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/southern-illinois-made-expo/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20251217T214205Z
CREATED:20200302T233949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T214205Z
UID:6929-1789171200-1789257599@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:The Last Boyscout race at Ferne Clyffe State Park
DESCRIPTION:Location: Ferne Clyffe State Park – Boy Scout Trail \nThe Last Boyscout is a Last Man Standing Race that utilizes the Boyscout Trail at Ferne Clyffe State Park. The format of this type of race is simple and designed to reward the tough\, not necessarily the fast. All participants will receive a shirt and memorabilia to remember their efforts! Registration is capped at 75 runners. Leaving us some room to add runners later who are truly going for the win!!! \nIn the 7 years we have had the event\, we have reached 100 miles just one time. The course is tough. All you have to do is keep going. Just as return runners dig deep to best last years number\, new runners set out to test their toughness. Each year is about resilience and continuing to push against a course that doesn’t want you to succeed. While most runners meet or surpassed their goals\, a few runners are not ready for the hills on the course. The 600 feet of climbing per loop will creep up on you. \nInspired by the original last person standing race\, Big Backyard Ultra\, this race follows the same rules. You can find those rules in the rules page. \nAt 6:40am the race will start. Runners will have 1 hour to complete a 4.167 mile loop. At 7:40am\, runners must have finished the previous loop and be in the starting corral to start the next loop or they are eliminated. This will continue until only one runner finishes a loop. That person will be\, The Last Boyscout.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/race/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260626T194616Z
CREATED:20201114T005554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T194616Z
UID:7881-1789171200-1789257599@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:ROCKY LEDGES 5K/10K
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to offer the ninth year of the Rocky Ledges 5K/10K Trail Run/Walk. The RL5K/10K takes place on the beautiful trails of Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center. This event is open to individuals and teams of all ages. \nEvent Details: \n\n5K Trail Run/Walk\n10K Trail Run/Walk
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/rocky-ledges-5k-10k/
LOCATION:Touch of Nature Environmental center\, 1206 Touch of Nature Road\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260205T194347Z
CREATED:20200109T011723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194347Z
UID:5855-1788912000-1789257599@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Murphysboro Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:Daily Entertainment\, Food\, Music\, Parade\, Carnival\, car show and arts and craft fair.  618-684-3200\nhttps://murphysboroapplefestival.org/
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/murphysboro-apple-festival/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20260827T021830Z
CREATED:20240615T151612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T021830Z
UID:17051-1788739200-1788825599@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Custom & Classic Car Show - Harrisburg
DESCRIPTION:Labor Day\, Monday  at Saline County Fairgrounds\, Harrisburg\, Il 62946. North edge of Harrisburg on Rt. 34\nWas known as MemoryLane AutoFest. Has a new host and a new name\, But will still be a great show.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/memory-lane-auto-fest/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T143000
DTSTAMP:20260714T192522Z
CREATED:20240505T171745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T192522Z
UID:11240-1788609600-1788618600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Cairo Magnolia Celebration - Cairo
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to be our guests on Saturday\, September 5 from noon to 2:30 as we gather to remember and honor Historical Cairo at an informational refreshment reception held inside the 1883 A.B. Safford Memorial Library. The TCHPP board as well as other stakeholders will be giving updates on the current historical preservation progress happening in our city.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/cairo-magnolia-celebration/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T210000
DTSTAMP:20251204T161200Z
CREATED:20240109T003032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T161200Z
UID:5805-1788606000-1788642000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Harvest Fest at Alto Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:Our biggest and most spectacular event of the year occurs during grape harvest season. \nMusical entertainment will be by the Smith Hill Blues Band from 1:00-4:00 and the Ivas John Band from 4:30-7:30. Guests are invited to dance or relax around our scenic grounds and in our comfortable buildings. Local artist and vendors will sell their products all afternoon. In addition to Alto Vineyards specialty grilled food prepared by our expert cooks\, we will have Tater Headz Fry Company serving up delicious food. The day ends with one of the most spectacular displays of fireworks in Southern Illinois by Falling Skies Pyrotechnics at 8:00 PM. Don’t forget your lawn chair!
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/altovineyards/
LOCATION:Alto Vineyards\, 8515 Highway 127 N\, Alto Pass\, IL\, 62905\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260821T154431Z
CREATED:20240626T173922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T154431Z
UID:16749-1788544800-1788555600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Off the Rails Concert - Carbondale
DESCRIPTION:THE 2026 OFF THE RAILS CONCERT SERIES\nWe’re beyond excited to announce the 6th Annual Off the Rails Concert Series\, returning to downtown Carbondale this August through October! This year marks a major milestone as we host our first ever full concert series on the Robbie Stokes Memorial Stage at the New Era Events Plaza. \n2026 Concert Lineup \nFriday\, September 4 // Lost Cross 40th Anniversary\nThe Didjits • Acumen\, the band\nSaturday\, September 19 // Hemp\, Hops & Shrooms\nHot Like Mars • MoonShroom\nFriday\, October 2 // SIU Family Weekend\nKyle Tuttle Banjo • Chris Housman \nFREE admission\nBring your own chair\nBYOB (single-serve\, non-glass containers)\nLocal food trucks & vendors\n200 S. Washington Street\, Carbondale\, IL\nFrom hometown favorites to nationally touring artists\, this year’s lineup is one you won’t want to miss. Grab your crew\, mark your calendars\, and join us as we kick off a brand-new era of live music in downtown Carbondale.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/concert/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T150000
DTSTAMP:20260827T024733Z
CREATED:20240125T200550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T024733Z
UID:16737-1788526800-1788534000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Trash Blast in Shawnee Forest
DESCRIPTION:Trash Blasts will happen on the first Friday of every month from September through November\, from 1 pm to 3 pm at various locations in the Shawnee National Forest. \nThe selected sites for this fall are: \n\nBean Ridge Sept 4\nTurkey Bayou on Oct 2\nIron Furnace on Nov 6\n\nDuring Trash Blasts we will break into small teams of volunteers to collect litter from selected sites.  We find items as large as mattresses to tiny micro trash. No matter what we find we try to remove it to help restore the area to its natural state. \nTo be prepared\, volunteers should wear sturdy shoes\, bring their leather work gloves\, wear long pants and closed-toed shoes.  If you do not have leather gloves\, we can provide them for you.  Trash buckets and trash grabbers will be provided for volunteers to use during the trash blast. \nPlease pre-register for Trash Blasts at Registrations | Illinois Extension  This event is limited to 30 participants. \nTo be prepared\, volunteers should wear sturdy shoes\, bring their leather work gloves\, wear long pants and closed-toed shoes.  If you do not have leather gloves\, we can provide them for you.  Trash buckets and trash grabbers will be provided for volunteers to use during the trash blast. \n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/trash-blast-at-shawnee/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260830T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260830T113000
DTSTAMP:20260804T174316Z
CREATED:20200128T002337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T174316Z
UID:6399-1788084000-1788089400@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Butterfly & Dragon Fly Adventures craft & Hike
DESCRIPTION:Contact the Site Interpreter at 618-657-2064.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/monarchs-incredible-journey/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T210000
DTSTAMP:20260821T154233Z
CREATED:20240707T202852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T154233Z
UID:16135-1788026400-1788037200@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Off the Rails Concerts - Carbondale
DESCRIPTION:THE 2026 OFF THE RAILS CONCERT SERIES\nWe’re beyond excited to announce the 6th Annual Off the Rails Concert Series\, returning to downtown Carbondale this August through October! This year marks a major milestone as we host our first ever full concert series on the Robbie Stokes Memorial Stage at the New Era Events Plaza. \n2026 Concert Lineup\nSaturday\, August 29\nMarcella Simien Music & Family Soul Music\n? Friday\, September 4 // Lost Cross 40th Anniversary\nThe Didjits • Acumen\, the band\n? Saturday\, September 19 // Hemp\, Hops & Shrooms\nHot Like Mars • MoonShroom\n? Friday\, October 2 // SIU Family Weekend\nKyle Tuttle Banjo • Chris Housman \n? FREE admission\n? Bring your own chair\n? BYOB (single-serve\, non-glass containers)\n? Local food trucks & vendors\n? 200 S. Washington Street\, Carbondale\, IL\nFrom hometown favorites to nationally touring artists\, this year’s lineup is one you won’t want to miss. Grab your crew\, mark your calendars\, and join us as we kick off a brand-new era of live music in downtown Carbondale.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/concert-carbondale/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T213000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212322Z
CREATED:20260807T172505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T212322Z
UID:20267-1788024600-1788039000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Dinner and music with Amelia Eisenhauer at Historic Bell Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening at Historic Bell Hill on Saturday\, August 29\, as Amelia Eisenhauer shares an intimate acoustic performance in one of Southern Illinois’ most beautiful historic settings. \nSurrounded by candlelight\, history\, and the charm of Bell Hill\, Amelia will perform a heartfelt collection of her original songs alongside inspiring favorites that celebrate hope\, faith\, and the stories that connect us all. With her soulful voice and genuine storytelling\, this promises to be a night of music that lingers long after the final note. \nBefore the concert\, enjoy a delicious dinner featuring Bell Hill’s signature Shrimp & Grits\, thoughtfully prepared and served as part of the evening’s experience. \nWhether you’re a longtime supporter or hearing Amelia for the first time\, this is more than a concert—it’s an evening of music\, fellowship\, exceptional food\, and unforgettable memories. \nSeating is limited\, and advance tickets are highly recommended.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/an-dinner-and-music-with-amelia-eisenhauer-at-historic-bell-hill/
LOCATION:Historic Bell Hill\, 333 Bell Hill Rd.\, Cobden\, IL\, 62920\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260828T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260828T210000
DTSTAMP:20260804T175246Z
CREATED:20200128T001651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T175246Z
UID:6387-1787940000-1787950800@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:The Big Year movie night & Fall Migration Mini-Sit kick-off
DESCRIPTION:Grab some FREE popcorn and join us for a special screening of the birding comedy-adventure The Big Year! Whether you’re an experienced birder or simply enjoy spending time in nature\, this fun-filled evening is a great way to celebrate the excitement of fall migration.\nBut that’s not all this event also serves as an informational kickoff for the 2026 Fall Migration Mini-Sit\, taking place on Saturday\, September 19\, 2026\, throughout the Cache River Watershed.\n? What is the Fall Migration Mini-Sit?\nThe Fall Migration Mini-Sit is a friendly birding event where teams spend three hours at designated birding hotspots throughout the watershed\, identifying and tallying as many bird species as possible by sight and sound. Participants of all skill levels are welcome\, from first-time birdwatchers to seasoned birders. Teams work from a fixed observation area and contribute valuable citizen science data while enjoying one of the most exciting times of year for bird migration.\nDuring intermission and before the movie\, attendees can:\nLearn how the Mini-Sit works\nAsk questions about bird identification and participation\nFind a team or recruit teammates\nSign up to participate in the September event\nWin prizes provided by Southern Illinois Audubon Society\nNo birding experience is necessary just curiosity and a love of nature!\nFree popcorn and prizes.\nOpen to the public- Please note this film is rated PG.\nTHANK YOU to Southern Illinois Audubon Society for sponsoring this evening of fun!
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/movie-night/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260827T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260827T113000
DTSTAMP:20260128T162056Z
CREATED:20200108T235416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T162056Z
UID:5738-1787824800-1787830200@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Which Grass Is Which?
DESCRIPTION:Which Grass Is Which? Grass Identification Workshop\,\nPresenter: Erin Garrett\, 10:00- 11:30 a.m.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/which-grass-is-which/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260826T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260826T213000
DTSTAMP:20260206T201219Z
CREATED:20200128T000742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T201219Z
UID:6374-1787765400-1787779800@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Green Corn Moon Paddle on the Cache
DESCRIPTION:The August full moon is referred to as the Ripening Moon\, Sturgeon Moon or Green Corn Moon. Come join us as we will set out from the docks of Cache Bayou Outfitters and paddle out to Button Land Swamp and enjoy the peace and sounds of Illinois Hidden Bayou under moonlight.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/cache/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260824
DTSTAMP:20260204T220259Z
CREATED:20220606T154503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T220259Z
UID:11628-1787356800-1787529599@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Shawnee Hills Trail Races
DESCRIPTION:There will be miles and miles of great running through the beautiful Shawnee National Forest\, and the totally rustic Camp O cabins. There is a 100 mile\, 100k\, 50k and Half Marathon option…plenty of fun for everyone!\n​Camp Ondessonk\, in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest\, will play host to the Shawnee Hills Trail Races. The runners will get to explore some of the most stunning and extraordinary rock formations and waterfalls that Shawnee National Forest is well known for\, vegetation consists largely of oak-hickory\, maple-beech\, and pine forests. The course will take you deep into the sandstone canyon systems of Southern Illinois’ Shawnee Hills Natural Division while traversing Jackson Hollow and the Bay Creek Reservoir and several waterfalls along the course including Pakentuck Falls (the tallest free-falling waterfall in Illinois)\, Jackson Falls\, Horseshoe Falls\, and Cedar Falls along with some inspiring views from Salomon’s Ridge.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/shawnee-hills-trail-race/
LOCATION:IL
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