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HallowWine at StarView Vineyards

StarView Vineyards 5100 Wing Hill Rd, Cobden, IL

Join us for our favorite party of the year! $10 admission includes a chili & nacho bar, music by South of 70 and a *new design* of our HalloWine wine glass! We'll be holding a costume contest with prizes for the best individual, couple & group costumes. There will be Read more…

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Boo at the Slough

Cache River Wetland Center 8885 State Route 37 S, Cypress, Illinois

This program engages elementary to middle school age children on a guided trick-or-treat adventure through the Wetlands Center and along the Egret Slough Trail. The half-mile trail will give families a chance to interact with misunderstood creatures of the swamp and enjoy the magic of Halloween. Children are welcome to Read more…

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail – Wine & Food Pairing Weekend

All 11 wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have paired up to create a wonderful weekend of savory and seasonal wine and food pairings.  We invite you to join us for a progressive tasting along the trail and enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of our wines paired with delicious Read more…

Pallet Paint Party – Harrisburg

Southern Illinois Ax & Ale 35 S Vine St, Harrisburg, IL

Pallet Painting project with a bit a Shawnee Lemonade. At Southern Illinois Ax & Ale:  So IL's premier axe throwing venue in Harrisburg IL with tap room, games, beer garden & event spaces

Merry Little Christmas Open House – Metropolis

The shops will be decorated for Christmas and friendly faces will be ready to help you find that perfect  , festive items for your home, or help you prepare for your upcoming holiday gatherings! Shop gifts, holiday decor,jewelry, art, antiques, framing, clothing, wines, baked goods, gift certificates and much more while Read more…

Pope County Deer Festival and Parade

Our quintessential hometown Deer Festival Parade is cause to line Golconda’s Main Street as themed floats, classic cars, fire trucks, and marching bands put on a show and throw out tons of candy to the kiddos lining downtown sidewalks. This is a small town treat you don’t want to miss! Held Read more…

What Snake is That?

Giant City Visitor center 235 Giant City Road, Makanda, IL

It’s a Copperhead......or, is it? It may be chilly out but spring will be here before we know it! Join biologist John Palis as we get a jumpstart on warmer weather by learning how to identify our southern Illinois reptile friends. Registration is required.  618-457-4836

Dueling Pianos – Harrisburg

Southern Illinois Ax & Ale 35 S Vine St, Harrisburg, IL

Steve & Eric Dueling piano returns to Axe Ale for another great event.

Gum Drop Drive Holiday & Light Displays

Take a scenic drive or walk through the Anna city park.  Trees and light poles in the City park will be decorated with LED lights for the holiday season.  Everyone is invited to drive or walk through during this time to enjoy the display!

Christmas at Annabelle Market

Annabelle Market 300 S Main St, Anna, IL

Christmas Open House at Annabelle Market on Main Street in Downtown Anna! We will have special sales and tasting and we even are expecting a visit from the GRINCH himself. 

Christmas with the Alpacas

Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch 1335 Hall Church Rd, Makanda, IL

Meet the alpacas!  Free entrance!  The ranch will have Christmas decorations up and a few of our alpacas will be dressed for the occasion! As always, this is a FREE to attend event! There is absolutely no charge to park or to meet and see our alpacas. Activities this year include: Read more…