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Events in Downstate Illinois

Events in Downstate Illinois

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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.

What are you waiting for? Explore our Event Calendar to find the perfect entertainment for you and your family during your visit.

Please use the color-coded map for reference.

  • Western Region (Orange) – Close to St. Louis, MO
  • Central Region (Blue) – Close to Springfield, IL
  • Eastern Region (Yellow) – Close to Terre Haute, IN



Money Shoot

February 3, 2025 - August 29, 2025
North American Outfitters
Highland, IL

Highland Chamber Local Dine Around

March 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
City Wide
Highland, IL

Free Community Yoga

April 23, 2025
Belleville Books
Belleville, IL

7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience

April 25, 2025
The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts
Lebanon, IL

Vine Street Market Micro Markets

April 26, 2025
O'Fallon Station
O'Fallon, IL

Metro East Youth Art Show

April 26, 2025
Leu Civic Center & Mascoutah Public Library
Mascoutah, IL

Shou Sugi Ban - Japanese Wood Preservation Demonstration

April 26, 2025
4-H Building @ Coles County Fairgrounds
Charleston, IL

Bracket Race Race #3 and #4

April 26, 2025 - April 27, 2025
World Wide Technology Raceway
Madison, IL

Restoration Ranch FIRE Night 2025

April 26, 2025
Restoration Ranch
Shiloh, IL

Youth Arts Expo

April 27, 2025
Masonic Temple, Highland, IL
Highland, IL

The Arts, Historically Speaking

April 27, 2025
Case-Halstead Public Library
Carlyle, IL

Family Fun Day

April 28, 2025
Cedarhurst Center for the Arts
Mount Vernon, IL

GoodNight Moon & Runaway Bunny

April 29, 2025
The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts
Lebanon, IL

Free Community Yoga

April 30, 2025
Belleville Books
Belleville, IL

NHRA Division 5 LODORS

April 30, 2025 - May 3, 2025
World Wide Technology Raceway
Madison, IL

Budding Naturalist

May 2, 2025
Douglas-Hart Nature Center
Mattoon, IL

National Crappie League Tournament

May 2, 2025 - May 3, 2025
Carlyle Lake
Carlyle, IL

Clinton County Vintage Market

May 3, 2025
Clinton County Historical Museum
Carlyle, IL

Lebanon May Market

May 3, 2025
Downtown
Lebanon, IL

Spring Fling Festival & BBQ Competition

May 3, 2025
American Farm Heritage Museum - Greenville
Greenville, IL

Painted Pianos

May 3, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Highland City Square
Highland, IL

Baby Bonanza at Rainbow Ranch

May 3, 2025
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo
Nashville, IL

Locust Street Historical Fair

May 3, 2025
100 & 200 Blocks South Locust Street
Centralia, IL

Waterloo Optimist Club Beer-B-Que

May 3, 2025
Main Street
Waterloo, IL

Wine & Arts Festival

May 3, 2025
Downtown
Marshall, IL

Circus in Mt. Carmel Presented by Kiwanis of Mt. Carmel

May 3, 2025
Southgate Industrial Park
Mount Carmel, IL

Trivia Night - Music Themed

May 3, 2025
Restoration Ranch
Shiloh, IL

Fruehlingsfest Antique and Garden Show

May 4, 2025
Historic Maeystown Mill Street
Maeystown, IL

Baby Bonanza at Rainbow Ranch

May 4, 2025
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo
Nashville, IL

Richland Creek Improvement Association Scavenger Hunt

May 4, 2025
Centennial Park
Swansea, IL

Free Community Yoga

May 7, 2025
Belleville Books
Belleville, IL

Red Bud City Nights

May 8, 2025
City Hall Park
Red Bud, IL

TB Promotions Twin 50s Race #1 and #2

May 9, 2025 - May 10, 2025
World Wide Technology Raceway
Madison, IL

Vine Street Market

May 10, 2025 - October 18, 2025
O'Fallon Station
O'Fallon, IL

Hoyleton Hike & Bike 2025

May 10, 2025
St. John United Church of Christ
Maeystown, IL

Baby Bonanza at Rainbow Ranch

May 10, 2025
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo
Nashville, IL

Fairfield Wine and Arts Festival

May 10, 2025
Downtown
Fairfield, IL

Baby Bonanza at Rainbow Ranch

May 11, 2025
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo
Nashville, IL

Mascoutah SpringFest

May 16, 2025
Scheve Park Ag Building
Mascoutah, IL

Midnight Madness #3 Theme: Glow Party

May 16, 2025
World Wide Technology Raceway
Madison, IL

Art on the Square

May 16, 2025 - May 18, 2025
Downtown Belleville
Belleville, IL

Gateway Grizzlies Home Opener

May 16, 2025
Grizzlies Ballpark
Sauget, IL

Strawberry Festival

May 17, 2025
O'Fallon Station
O'Fallon, IL

Belleville Flea Market

May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center
Belleville, IL

Baby Bonanza at Rainbow Ranch

May 17, 2025
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo
Nashville, IL

Firebirdfest

May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025
Courthouse Square
Waterloo, IL

Verge Quick Outlaw Series + Bracket #5 and #6

May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025
World Wide Technology Raceway
Madison, IL

Whippoorwill Rodeo presented by Iron Saddle Ranch

May 17, 2025
Marion County Fairgrounds
Salem, IL

Baby Bonanza at Rainbow Ranch

May 18, 2025
Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo
Nashville, IL

Highland Farmer's Market

May 20, 2025
Highland Square
Highland, IL

Route 66 Rockabilly Rod Rendezvous

May 23, 2025 - May 24, 2025
World Wide Technology Raceway
Madison, IL


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.
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Road Trip Itineraries

Road Trip Itineraries

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Downstate Illinois was made for road trips! With the help of our road trip itineraries, you can discover all that our 21 counties have to offer — from family fun to outdoor adventures and shopping sprees. 
Check out our calendar of events!
Free Community Yoga

Free Community Yoga

April 23, 2025 @ 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Belleville Books | Belleville, IL
7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience

7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience

April 25, 2025 @ 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts | Lebanon, IL
Shou Sugi Ban - Japanese Wood Preservation Demonstration

Shou Sugi Ban - Japanese Wood Preservation Demonstration

April 26, 2025 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
4-H Building @ Coles County Fairgrounds | Charleston, IL

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