Events

Goreville park. Freedom Run/Walk 5K Race, Parade at 4pm music & other entertainment, BBQ and other food, fireworks at 9pm  618-995-2157 https://www.facebook.com/villageofgorevillefreedomfest  

Cardinal Park 5pm-dark Food & Drinks, Music Fireworks Show Music by Old School Band Food by Equality Cardinal Park Concession Stand Opens at 5pm, Cake Walk at 6:30pm Drawings at 7:00 pm & Fireworks at Dark. Bring your friends, family and lawn chairs. Equality IL 62934

City of Harrisburg 4th of July Celebration at Fireworks at Harrisburg Ampitheater, , 121Carl Hustedde 7:00-9:00 pm Free Parking on City Property Fireworks begin at Dusk  City Hall at 618.253.7451

Fireworks display on SIU campus will take place on Friday, July 4, at 9:15 p.m. For the best viewing, spectators are advised to park in Banterra Center parking lots 18 and 56. Overflow parking will be directed to lot 89, north of the Banterra Center. It is recommended to arrive Read more

Join us as we celebrate freedom at our annual Fourth of July Celebration at our beautiful Riverside Park featuring: Live music on the shell: Followed by fireworks show at Dark! food will be available for purchase from a variety of vendors

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, Read more

Fort Massac Hiking Safety Program at at Fort Massac State Park in Metropolis, Illinois on July 19, 2025, at 1:00 PM A program on Summer Hiking Safety in Southern Illinois. This program will be geared for children and adults so be sure to bring your kids, too. We'll talk about Read more

Tractor pulls, demo derby, entertainment, livestock show, parade and exhibits.   Pulaski, IL. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pulaski-County-Fair-Association/531286367047189

Located in the Historic district of Carbondale, Bring your dog to the Branch Cafe & Market for a fun-filled day celebrating your furry friends. You can enjoy our new menu, with free pup-cups and dog treats, a Dog Costume Contest, and a Dog Parade! Kids are welcome and will have Read more

Live music every Thursday evening in August. Carl Lee Park, 1818 Walnut Street, Murphysboro, IL

Join us at the Downtown Entertainment and Events Plaza for free outdoor concerts, running August through October, featuring local and regional entertainers. We are pleased to share that construction will be undergoing during this time to implement the new permanent stage within the Downtown Entertainment and Events Plaza, but this Read more