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    Corn Classic 10K & 5K Race Weekend

    Corn Classic weekend is better than ever! Run the Corn Classic (5k or 10k) in the morning, followed by a post-race celebration that will take place… Read more about Corn Classic 10K & 5K Race Weekend
  • Show more in category of Bird & Eagle Watching

    Eagle Watch Weekend

    Eagle Watch Weekend is a two-day, family-friendly event in Starved Rock Country that celebrates the American Bald Eagle in Illinois. Read more about Eagle Watch Weekend
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    C-U Folk and Roots Festival

    Rose Bowl Tavern •  Oct 03 – Oct 05 @ 5PM

    The Champaign-Urbana Folk and Roots Festival brings together national, regional and local artists and folk organizations for over 80 high-quality folk performances and participatory activities throughout… Read more about C-U Folk and Roots Festival
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    Downtown Elgin Market

    Riverside Drive •  Sep 06 – Oct 11 @ 3PM

    A seasonal open-air farmers market that hosts a variety of local produce and handmade goods. Read more about Downtown Elgin Market
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    Tinley Park Fall Farmers Market

    Sep 28 – Oct 12

    The Tinley Park Fall Farmers Market offers a vibrant selection of local produce, handmade goods and seasonal products. Held in the fall, it features various vendors,… Read more about Tinley Park Fall Farmers Market
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    Litchfield Pickers Market 2024

    Downtown Litchfield •  Jun 09 – Oct 18 @ 8AM

    Love picking through vintage items, antiques, and collectibles for that perfect find? Then this is the market for you! Read more about Litchfield Pickers Market 2024
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    Drury Lane Theatre Presents "The Audience"

    Drury Lane Theatre & Events •  Aug 28 – Oct 20

    Peek behind closed doors of Buckingham Palace with The Audience, an intimate portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and the pivotal private audiences she held with her… Read more about Drury Lane Theatre Presents "The Audience"
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    Old Capitol Farmers' Market in Downtown Springfield

    Downtown Springfield-Corner of 4th & Adams St •  May 15 – Oct 26 @ 8PM

    Visit Springfield's longest-running and most popular Farmers Market in beautiful downtown Springfield. Read more about Old Capitol Farmers' Market in Downtown Springfield

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