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Events in Downstate Illinois

Events in Downstate Illinois

Find Your Next Event

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

155th Annual Millstadt Fireman's Picnic

 June 12, 2025 - June 13, 2026
Millstadt Union Fire Department
Millstadt, IL

Food Truck Friday's and Saturday's

 February 13, 2026
Millpond Bewing
Millstadt, IL

Mount Carmel Indoor Farmers Market

 February 14, 2026
Market Street Mercantile
Mount Carmel, IL

"Loving Lincoln" Book Talk and Signing

 February 14, 2026
Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site
Lerna, IL

Food Truck Friday's and Saturday's

 February 14, 2026
Millpond Bewing
Millstadt, IL

Dueling Pianos at Castle Ridge

 February 14, 2026
Castle Ridge Event Venue
Centralia, IL

Auto Swap Meet

 February 15, 2026
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center
Belleville, IL

World Wide Technology Raceway Daytona 500 Watch Party

 February 15, 2026
Top Shooters
Columbia, IL

Organ Concert: Featuring Juan Cardona

 February 15, 2026
Lincoln Theatre
Belleville, IL

Maeystown Fastnacht

 February 17, 2026
St. John's United Church of Christ
Maeystown, IL

Welcome to the Gateway Party

 February 19, 2026
O'Fallon American Legion
O'Fallon, IL

Hope Glo Bingo

February 19, 2026
O’Fallon Columbian Hall
O'Fallon, IL

The Mesmerizing Magic of Jason Hudy

 February 20, 2026
Wabash Valley College Brubeck Arts Center
Mount Carmel, IL

Mount Carmel Indoor Farmers Market

 February 21, 2026
Market Street Mercantile
Mount Carmel, IL

Belleville Flea Market

 February 21, 2026 - February 22, 2026
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center
Belleville, IL

Blue Moon Blues Band Concert

 February 21, 2026
The Falls Reception and Conference Center
Columbia, IL

Ladies Day Out

 February 22, 2026
The Armory
Lawrenceville, IL

Home Builders and Remodelers Home Expo 2025

 February 27, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
Swansea, IL

Mount Carmel Indoor Farmers Market

 February 28, 2026
Market Street Mercantile
Mount Carmel, IL

Vine Street Market Micro Markets

 February 28, 2026
O'Fallon Station
O'Fallon, IL

Winter Pops Concert

 February 28, 2026
Centralia Cultural Society
Centralia, IL

32nd Annual Polish Fest

 March 1, 2026
White House Tavern
Breese, IL

Forever Vintage Market

 March 6, 2026 - March 8, 2026
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center
Belleville, IL

Mount Carmel Indoor Farmers Market

 March 7, 2026
Market Street Mercantile
Mount Carmel, IL

Power of Place: An Illinois Humanities Road Scholar Presentation

 March 7, 2026
Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site
Lerna, IL

Belleville Philharmonic Society Stars of Tomorrow

 March 7, 2026
St. Matthew Church
Belleville, IL

MEPSI Denim & Diamonds Brunch Show

 March 8, 2026
Bennie's Pizza Pub
Belleville, IL

Willy Wonka: The Musical preseented by WVAC

 March 12, 2026
Wabash Valley College Brubeck Arts Center
Mount Carmel, IL

Spring RV and Camper Show

 March 13, 2026 - March 15, 2026
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park
Belleville, IL

Etta May and the Southern Fried Chicks - Live at the Lincoln

 March 13, 2026
Lincoln Theatre
Belleville, IL

Willy Wonka: The Musical preseented by WVAC

 March 13, 2026
Wabash Valley College Brubeck Arts Center
Mount Carmel, IL

Mount Carmel Indoor Farmers Market

 March 14, 2026
Market Street Mercantile
Mount Carmel, IL

Lucky Leprechaun 5K

 March 14, 2026
Union United Methodist Church
Belleville, IL

Vine Street Market Micro Markets

 March 14, 2026
O'Fallon Station
O'Fallon, IL

St. Patrick's Day Block Party

 March 14, 2026
Main Street
Belleville, IL

Shamrock Shopping and Shenanigans

 March 14, 2026
Downtown
Columbia, IL

Willy Wonka: The Musical preseented by WVAC

 March 14, 2026
Wabash Valley College Brubeck Arts Center
Mount Carmel, IL

St. Patrick's Day Grub Crawl

 March 15, 2026
Downtown O'Fallon
O'Fallon, IL

Willy Wonka: The Musical preseented by WVAC

 March 15, 2026
Wabash Valley College Brubeck Arts Center
Mount Carmel, 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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Food Truck Friday's and Saturday's

Food Truck Friday's and Saturday's

 February 14, 2026 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Millpond Bewing | Millstadt, IL
Mount Carmel Indoor Farmers Market

Mount Carmel Indoor Farmers Market

 February 14, 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Market Street Mercantile | Mount Carmel, IL
Dueling Pianos at Castle Ridge

Dueling Pianos at Castle Ridge

 February 14, 2026 @ 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Castle Ridge Event Venue | Centralia, IL

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