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Mt. Vernon Veterans Park

South 27th & Logan Streets, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Runs & Marathons

Beautiful place for sports, recreation and leisure activities.

86 acres of shaded playgrounds, basketball courts, tennis courts, community gardens, in-line skating area and walking path around the lake. Fishing is allowed with proper license. Rent one of several event spaces for your meetings and parties.

What's happening nearby...

Market Days Flea Market and Vendor Fair

Veterans Memorial Park •  May 11 @ 8AM

Find something unique and affordable! Enjoy a different theme each month!

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Run For The Wall

Mt. Vernon Outland Airport •  May 21 @ 12noon

Hundreds of riders will stop in Mt. Vernon to refuel and then proceed to the Mt. Vernon Airport for a donated luncheon from area businesses.

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Mt. Vernon Brewers Festival

Downtown Mt. Vernon 9th St. •  Jun 01 @ 12noon

This is a 21 and over event, 9th & Casey Avenue, Mt. Vernon, IL

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