Events

Second weekend in June, Carbondale, IL.

The Cobden Spay & Neuter Coalition, Union County Animal Control, Bounce Blast Party Rentals and Shawnee Shuttle have united to put together Furry Family Fun Day at Alto Pass Park from 12-5pm. This exciting free event will feature bounce houses, dunk tank, raffles, pet costume contest, live music, adoptable animals, Read more

Are you Interested in learning the basics of fishing but you’re not sure where to start? Join local Urban Fishing Coordinator, Ethan Taylor Stephenson, as he shares tips on fish identification, baiting, lures and casting. All gear and supplies will be provided! Please call to register for this FREE program Read more

Harp Music, Youth Activity, Scholarship Awards, Dessert, Tours, Free to all, sponsored by Anna-Jo Garden Club. Located at the intersection of East Vienna Street & Springfield Avenue. This park is beautiful thanks to the Anna-Jo Garden Club. In addition to ample shade, beautiful trees, shrubs and flowers, this park also Read more

The event will take place on Thursday, 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 early, as the Read more

Bounce houses for the kids, adult beverages for the adults, and fireworks for all beginning at approximately 9:15 pm. $5 cover per person will benefit the local school supply drive.

It's that time of year again, Shawnee Chapter Illinois Audubon Society's annual Hummingbird Day is just around the corner, on Saturday July 27, from 9 AM - Noon. We'll gather at Illinois Audubon Society’s War Bluff Valley Wildlife Sanctuary (228 Bushwack Rd, Golconda, IL 62938) and celebrate these little jewels Read more

Join us for the annual Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival in historic downtown Cairo, Illinois. We will have food and resource vendors, giveaways, a parade, and plenty of live music. cairoheritagefoundation@gmail.com

At the historic St. Nicholas Landmark in Chester, IL. This year’s event promises to be even more spectacular, with a lineup of the finest local craft beers, live music, delectable food, and engaging games, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Mississippi River. Craft Beer Tasting: Savor an extensive Read more

Location: Tunnel Hill, Illinois Trailhead (in the Village of Tunnel Hill, Illinois) Join Shawn as he bike 10 miles (five out, five back) in a no-drop, family-friendly bike ride in partnership with RideIllinois.org. Bring your own bike and anything you need such as water and a snack. Helmets are recommended. Read more

Annual Shrimp Festival - Downtown Golconda 10 AM - 10:00 PM  618-683-6246 Food Vendors: Boiled shrimp, Shrimp Skewers, Blackened Shrimp, Shrimp Gumbo, Shrimp Tacos, Fried Shrimp, Italian Sausage, Gyros, Hot Dogs, Calamari. Live Music: 11am-2pm Kolten Taylor & The Truck Toppers 3pm-9pm Dennis Stroughmatt & Creole Stomp 7-10-pm DJ www.mainstreetgolconda.org

Join us on the Historic Cave in Rock Riverfront for a day filled with fun activities for the entire family! The festivities begin at 9 AM on Saturday September 21, 2024. This family-fun event has no admission fee and includes: music/live DJ, the amazing Traveling Science Center from the University Read more