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The Murphysboro Mud Monster is an Obstacle & Mud Challenge taking place at scenic Riverside Park in Murphysboro, Illinois. Gates open and on-site registration begin 7:30 a.m. with running heats starting at 9 a.m. until the final group at 10 a.m. Experience over 12 obstacles along the approximate 5 kilometer Read more…
Author, Cindy Jobe Heffernan will be here to read her children’s book, Abby the Alpaca! Family day and perfect for kids! Meet the alpacas and shop alpaca toys and more! Cindy will be available to sign Abby the Alpaca books after!
Hands-on science stations at the event will include tardigrades and microscopes, eco-arts and crafts, solar eclipse activities, and environmental education. There will be live music, authentic Mexican food, and an ice cream truck offered throughout the day. Fundraising includes a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and donations. This is a family-friendly Read more…
Get Down to Makanda, Illinois, in October for three days of live music, campfire jams, art, environmental and musical education, a barn dance, kids trick-or-treating, and a full service dining hall. The Get Down Music Festival is a family-friendly event where kids 15 and under attend free. 618-453-1121
Enjoy the full forest vibes right Here in Harrisburg as we enjoy a day full of events including a Guided Hikes, vintage market, 5K, Boston-Qualifying Marathon, Family Activities, Local Shopping, and Live Music Entertainment right HERE in Harrisburg! 618-252-1937 https://www.facebook.com/HereInHBG
Join us for COLORFEST! East Davie & Lafayette will be closed down to foot traffic only. Live music: NOON - Leight July 3PM - Ethan Stephenson Band 30+ vendors Kids fest Bounce Houses Food Trucks Restaurants Downtown Shops Outdoor Beer Garden
Join us for our annual COLORFEST SALE/ CELEBRATION on Saturday, October 7th at ANNABELLE MARKET. Our Market has over 9000 square feet of shopping with 34+ Vendors. Join us for a fun filled day of SHOPPING, BIG SALES, FOOD and so much more!
The Ryder Family Farm welcomes yogis and animal lovers to their pastures for a Goat Yoga experience. Goat Yoga brings yogis and animal lovers in contact with goats for uplifting the spirit and relaxing the mind and body. Think this is a case of yoga gone too far? The masses […]
Everyone, kids and adults, is invited to Color the Town. Paint a masterpiece alone or with 100 friends/families. You will receive a 4 foot by 4 foot square in the East Davie Street parking lot and all the supplies needed to paint your square. Play in the Bounce House! […]
Join us in celebrating 35 YEARS of Alto Vineyards. What a milestone for our team, our vineyard, and the Renzaglia family. We truly couldn't do all of this without you all, and that causes for celebration!! We have a fun day planned on October 7th that you don't want to […]
The Big Muddy Monster Brewfest is an awesome day for celebrating music, craft beer, local folk lore and community and it’s not only a good time, but the proceeds go towards improving the town.. Must be 21, tickets on sale: https://bmmbrewfest.com/tickets/
Enjoy a bounty of crafts, food, music, bouncy houses and the changing of the seasons on our historic courthouse lawn. Come shop and visit with family and friends. Grab a bite to eat and stroll the Ohio Riverfront. Now taking vendor applications for crafts, food, and more! For vendor applications, […]
Join us at Saline Creek Pioneer Village in Harrisburg
Buffalo Day, an event that happens twice a year, is an extremely important day for both us and the animals. It is a day in which we assess the animals, get their weights, tag this years calves, and give the animals any help they may require before releasing them back […]
Enjoy a relaxing day of wine and music at Blue Sky Vineyard. Appreciate the rolling hills and wonderful fall colors of southern Illinois and enjoy the ambiance of an autumn afternoon at the vineyard. With harvest nearly over and our new vintage wines well on their way, we’re ready for […]
This a fun outdoor event in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. Afterwards, spend some time in our baby goat nursery. In Golconda, Illinois on The Ryder Family Farm (618) 615-0063 On Saturday, October 14th, Ryder Family Farm will host another goat yoga class followed by a Goat Paint […]
One of the best mountain bike festivals in the midwest. at Camp Ondessonk located in Ozark, Illinois right in the middle of the beautiful Shawnee National Forest. 618.622.1693
Annual Fort Massac Encampment -Ft. Massac State Park, Metropolis. 10am to 5pm daily. Military and civilian craft activities and demonstrations. Both days begin with a post of colors. Highlights include mock battles and tactical demonstrations, voyagers, traders, craftsman, children’s games, music and period food and dress. Free admission. 618-524-4712
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 […]
Each fall, vultures soar and glide over Makanda and the surrounding areas and signal the beginning of fall and the arrival of the incredible fall colors of Makanda and southern Illinois. Vulture Fest features live music, food, shopping, and art by local artists for purchase https://www.facebook.com/events/194119003283642 (618) 457-0360
The Haunted Hollow provides a perfect Halloween atmosphere for everyone with a balance of laughs and gasps in a safe and fun environment. Costumes are encouraged. The Haunted Hollow will go on rain or shine so we encourage participants to dress accordingly for the day’s weather. https://www.facebook.com/events/608579831408216
We can't wait to see all you witches on Friday Oct, 27th in all your Witch-ly glory. Start planning now! Join us for a night of fun and fright! Remember that Wine & Witches is a fundraiser to support the mission of JamReads International, Inc, all proceeds go to supporting […]
David Michael Frank (DMF), Introducing the DMF Private Party Tour! DMF is embarking on an exciting and ambitious endeavor by self-booking a 23-city US tour of concerts held in private rental venues across the country. Faced with challenges and a lack of opportunities to secure the perfect Fall tour, DMF […]
The alpacas will be back at Starview Winery! Meet the alpacas, take pictures with them, craft, shop and sip wine! Other vendors too! raise money for PAWS
Come to Giant City as we kick off Halloween in the park! Hike the Devil’s Standtable trail for an easy, self-guided hike through the beautiful forest. Along the trail your family will meet our creature characters who will teach you about some of the wonderful and most misunderstood creatures that […]