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    Friday's Food & Art

    The Commons •  May 01 – Nov 06 @ 5PM

    Friday’s Food & Art will take place on the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., May to October, at The Commons… Read more about Friday's Food & Art
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    PotterFest 2026

    Downtown Danville, IL •  Nov 06 @ 5PM

    Dive into a spellbinding night filled with enchanting activities, mystical treats, and magical surprises! Read more about PotterFest 2026
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    ZZ Nation at Danenberger Family Vineyards

    Danenberger Family Vineyards •  Nov 06 @ 8PM

    ZZ Nation takes the WineRocks stage at DFV on November 6th. Read more about ZZ Nation at Danenberger Family Vineyards
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    Frosty On First

    Nov 06 – Nov 07 @ 5PM

    The ultimate winter festival packed with fun winter festivities! Read more about Frosty On First
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    Hobnob Holiday Market

    Illinois State Fairgrounds - Expo Building •  Nov 06 – Nov 07 @ 4PM

    A festive holiday shopping wonderland awaits at the Hobnob Holiday Market at the Illinois State Fairgrounds on November 6th & 7th. Read more about Hobnob Holiday Market
  • Show more in category of Food & Drink

    Wine & Food pairing / Autumn Inspirations

    Nov 06 – Nov 07 @ 12noon

    Wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have paired up to create wonderful weekend of wine and food pairings. Join us for a progressive tasting along… Read more about Wine & Food pairing / Autumn Inspirations
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    Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center

    Bank of Springfield Center •  Nov 06 – Nov 08 @ 7:30PM

    The greatest show in three rings comes to the BOS Center November 6-8. Read more about Ansar Shrine Circus at Bank of Springfield Center
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    Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm Fallfest

    Sep 04 – Nov 08

    The family owned and operated Bengtson Farm has been serving the Homer Glen area for over 40 years. We hope you can join us for a… Read more about Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm Fallfest

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