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Cafes and Bakeries

Cafes and Bakeries

Breakfast or brunch in Downstate Illinois

Cafes and bakeries in Downstate Illinois are great spot for breakfast or brunch with friends and family. Our 22 counties represent 50+ cafes and bakeries throughout Downstate Illinois.

Broadway Coffee House

 Steeleville, IL
Enjoy a cozy small-town coffee stop in Steeleville where you can settle in for specialty coffee, breakfast, and a f...more!

Coffee City and Gaming

 Coulterville, IL
Stop in for a hometown coffee shop experience where you can enjoy handcrafted drinks, pastries, and a relaxed place...more!

Micasa Sub Shop

 Red Bud, Illinois
For subs made with pleasant service, great quality and a family-friendly price, try Micasa Sub Shop!...more!

Off the Square Coffee Co.

 Red Bud, Illinois
Grab a delicious brewed coffee, latte, cappuccino, mocha, cold brew, or other coffee concoction at Off the Square C...more!

Steam Coffee House

 Sparta, Illinois
Coffee house specializing in cold brew, smoothies, protein shakes, Lotus energy, and more!  For Southern Il...more!

Downstate Illinois Events

Downstate Illinois Events

Explore Our Event Calendar
Whether you’re looking for a festival, marathon or something family-friendly to bring the kids to, Downstate Illinois has something for everyone. The region hosts over 900 events each year, and we pride ourselves on providing the most accurate event information so that you don’t miss a thing.
Travel Ideas

Travel Ideas

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From outdoor recreation and adventure to foodies and family fun, we have the trip ideas to plan the perfect vacation.
Road Trip Itineraries

Road Trip Itineraries

22 Counties made for Road Trips
Downstate Illinois was made for road trips! With the help of our road trip itineraries, you can discover all that our 22 counties have to offer — from family fun to outdoor adventures and shopping sprees. 
Check out our calendar of events!
Columbia Community Market

Columbia Community Market

 August 27, 2026 @ 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Columbia American Legion | Columbia, IL
Swansea Farmers Market

Swansea Farmers Market

 August 27, 2026 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Rural King Parking Lot | Swansea, IL
100 Years of Horsepower

100 Years of Horsepower

 August 27, 2026 - August 29, 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Renner Stock Farms | Belleville, IL

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