Browse Activities & Attractions in Illinois
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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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All the World's a Stage Art Exhibition
The Next Picture Show • Sep 09 – Sep 12 @ 10AM
All the World’s a Stage brings original two-dimensional artwork inspired by the people, places, and moments that take center stage in artists’ lives. Read more about All the World's a Stage Art Exhibition -
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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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Craft Beverage Festival
Grafton Winery The Vineyards • Sep 12 @ 12noon
Craft Beverage Fest returns to Grafton Winery The Vineyards Sept. 12! Enjoy local beer, wine, spirits, cider, coffee, live music, food, tastings, vineyard views and a… Read more about Craft Beverage 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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Fox Valley Steampunk Festival
Fox River Trolley Museum • Sep 12 @ 11AM
The Fox Valley Steampunk Festival is a family-friendly, one-day celebration of steampunk creativity, history, and community, hosted at the historic Fox River Trolley Museum in South… Read more about Fox Valley Steampunk Festival