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Cinco De Mayo Festival
Don Carter Lanes • May 03 @ 1PM
Enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with music, delicious flavors, and family-friendly fun. Read more about Cinco De Mayo Festival -
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Great Western Half-Marathon & 10K
Leroy Oakes Forest Preserve • May 03 @ 7AM
Join us for the Great Western Half-Marathon & 10K hosted by the Fox River Trail Runners (FRTR). Read more about Great Western Half-Marathon & 10K -
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Historic Highway Hustle - Run the Rock
Old Joliet Prison • May 03
Kick off the season with the Giant Summer Kickoff Run at Old Joliet Prison! Celebrate summer with sunshine and high energy in this race for all… Read more about Historic Highway Hustle - Run the Rock -
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Holiday Extravaganza Spring Show
Orr Building - Illinois State Fairgrounds • May 03 @ 9AM
The Holiday Extravaganza holds a special Spring Show at the Illinois State Fairgrounds on May 3rd Read more about Holiday Extravaganza Spring Show -
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May Play Days
May 01 – May 03
Family Fun Day Out in May! Read more about May Play Days -
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Peony Hill Farm
Apr 24 – May 03
Peony Hill Farm is a fresh cut peony farm nestled in the rolling hills of Southern Illinois. Peony Hill Farm is the home to 12 acres… Read more about Peony Hill Farm -
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Plates on State
Jacksonville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau • May 03 @ 3PM
Join Jacksonville Plates on State, an outdoor dinner event on Sunday, May 3, 2026, celebrating Travel & Tourism Week. Enjoy a 5-course meal with wine pairings,… Read more about Plates on State -
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Pontiac Swinging Bridges Art Festival
May 02 – May 03
Celebrate the Red Carpet Corridor Festival with art, music, and Route 66 pride. Enjoy the Swinging Bridges Art Festival, live performances, a new Centennial Plaza, and… Read more about Pontiac Swinging Bridges Art Festival