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Southern Illinois Route - The American Discovery 250 Relay
Oct 03 – Oct 09
Explore Southern Illinois by bike, foot, or horse as the Relay travels through towns, forests, & river valleys. Join for a mile or a day-your choice-a… Read more about Southern Illinois Route - The American Discovery 250 Relay -
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Alton Pride Festival 2026
Belle Street • Sep 12 @ 11AM
Celebrate the 5th Annual Alton Pride Festival with live music, dazzling drag performances, local vendors, family-friendly activities, delicious food, and a day full of love, kindness,… Read more about Alton Pride Festival 2026 -
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Annual Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival
Sep 10 – Sep 12 @ 6PM
Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival in historic downtown Cairo, showcasing historical roots of beauty and the arts. Read more about Annual Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival -
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Effingham Cruise Night
Sep 11 – Sep 12 @ 5PM
Enjoy an evening bringing back part of the old Effingham Cruise Route with two-way traffic down Jefferson Avenue. Read more about Effingham Cruise Night -
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Elmwood Fall Festival
Sep 10 – Sep 12
The Elmwood Fall Festival is held in historic downtown Elmwood Read more about Elmwood Fall Festival -
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Hidden Gem Half Marathon
Village of Flossmoor • Sep 12
The Hidden Gem Half Marathon is a scenic 13.1-mile race through the tree-lined neighborhoods and welcoming community of Flossmoor, Illinois, offering runners a fast course and… Read more about Hidden Gem Half Marathon -
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La Fiesta De Elgin Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Festival Park • Sep 12 @ 9AM
The vibrant celebration of Mexican Independence Day in the heart of Downtown Elgin will feature music, food, culture, and community pride. Read more about La Fiesta De Elgin Mexican Independence Day Celebration -
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Lincoln's New Salem Bluegrass Concerts & Traditional Music Festival
Lincoln's New Salem • Sep 11 – Sep 12 @ 6PM
Bluegrass musicians will be playing music in the outdoor theater. Traditional, folk and bluegrass musicians are invited to participate in the weekend impromptu jam session. Read more about Lincoln's New Salem Bluegrass Concerts & Traditional Music Festival