Events

The Little Grassy Get Down at SIU Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center is a family-friendly music festival featuring mostly original acoustic Americana music from around the Midwest. 

The Kincaid Mounds Archaeological Site was a large Native American town occupied from AD 1050 to 1450. During this time, a dozen large and many small mounds were built. The site is a National Historic Landmark and Illinois Historic Site and, part of which is under the management of the Read more

The River-to River Trail Society announces its schedule of free guided hikes in and about the Shawnee National Forest for the Fall 2025 Hiking Season. 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 Read more

Come and experience living history as you tour authentic buildings and learn from reenactors. Southern Illinois history comes to life  Visit us and experience this rare location in S. IL that is home to many rare and interesting buildings and cabins, including: actives for children, tours, a gift shop, food Read more

Come paint a masterpiece Alone or with 100 friends/family. Receive a 4 foot by 4 foot square and all the supplies needed to paint your square. ? Modest Registration Fee of $10 for paint/brushes/square ? Come Join the Party – Paint your square, Bring Lawn Chairs, Sway to the Music, Read more

Come view the beautiful fall colors at Bald Knob Cross! Lunch served, face painting, music and games. Bald Knob Mountain offers one of the premier views for Fall Colors in the entire Midwest all at the site of one of the world's largest crosses. Food Trucks and Local Vendors will Read more

St. Andrew WurstFest will featureGerman Dinner consisting of traditional pork sausage, brats, sauerkraut, potatoes, gravy, green beans, corn, slaw, homemade German desserts, and beverages. Homemade pretzels and beer cheese as well as beer available for purchase on the grounds. The band, Nine88 will be playing throughout the day. There will Read more

a presentation by Alan Dillard on the intricacies of handmade cigar box guitars. Free to attend

The Drive Thru “Haunted Forest” is a fun community event for the entire family.

admission includes live music by The Radio Days, chili & nacho bar, souvenir wine glass & a costume contest with prizes. Come dressed to impress and enter the contest for best individual, couple or group costume! Contest starts at 8pm! Tables reservations accepted. Call 618-893-9463. Admission is $10 cash at Read more

Time: Saturday, 9am-4pm | Sunday, 10am-4pm Location: Southeastern Illinois College, 3575 College Rd., Harrisburg, IL Admission: $1 donation to Freddie’s Food Pantry Details: Shop handmade gifts, holiday décor, and more!