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Thursday, June 20th

Sunset DJ Sessions at the Sky TerrAce Rooftop Bar

St. Louis, MO – Join us every Thursday this summer for rotating live entertainment at our rooftop Sky Terrace Bar from 6-10pm. Enjoy craft cocktails and elevated bar bites with panoramic views that will make you swoon.

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

Adult Summer Camp

Columbia, IL – Adult Summer Camp: Every Thurs. in JUNE! #1 Mystery Cocktail Menu – June 6th: Embark on a sensory adventure as you explore our menu shrouded in mystery…

Time: 6:30 PM – 10 PM

Friday, June 21st

Pinot, Pizza & Pastas EVERY Friday!

Belleville, IL – Event by Copper Fire

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Live Music at Papa Vito’s Downtown – Mikey B

Belleville, IL – Come for dinner, drinks or a late night snack at Papa Vito’s Downtown Belleville and listen to LIVE MUSIC with no cover!

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Book Sale

Collinsville, IL – Event by Collinsville Memorial Library Center

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

Saturday, June 22nd

Summer Bling, Toe Ring and Anklet Class

Belleville, IL – Bring your bare feet and warmer weather! This class includes a beaded ankle bracelet and toe ring designed to complement your summer wardrobe.

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

2024 International Station Wagon Club Meet

O’Fallon, IL – Event by The International Station Wagon Club

Time: 8 AM

Boot Scottin in The Cider Shed

Belleville, IL – Kick-up your heels and join us for our line dance event under the pavilion of our Cider Shed…

Time: 6:30 PM – 10 PM

West Coast Beginner Swing Dance Class (Adults)

Columbia, IL – Have fun learning the basics of partner dancing and step patterns at a comfortable pace! Fun and energetic instruction by David Lamont Brown founder of destination swings/All Star professional West Coast swing dance instructor for over 10 years David Lamont Brown and his lovely wife/partner Basia Muz.

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

Sunday, June 23rd

Ninja Warrior Camps

Belleville, IL – Join head coach John – The StairNinja this summer for one, two or all 3 ninja camps. We will have a special guest coach joining us…

Time: 8:45 AM – 4 PM

Southern Soul Sunday @ Jazzy 159

Fairview Heights, IL – St Louis and the metro area get ready for Southern Soul Sunday @ Jazzy 159 The doors open at 6pm! You don’t want to miss this grown folks event…

Time: 6 PM – 11 PM

Big Rick’s Meats and Eats at Sunset Overlook

Columbia, IL – Will be serving bbq at Sunset Overlook! More details to come on what we will be serving!

Time: 11 AM

Monday, June 24th

4th Anniversary Party

Waterloo, IL – Cleancar Express Car Wash invites you to celebrate 4 years of serving the Waterloo community! Join us for a bean bag toss with manager John, food, and special prizes! EVERYDAY. June 24th to the 28th from 11 AM – 1 PM

Time: 11 AM – 1 PM

Tuesday, June 25th

Edwardsville Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers New Restaurant Opening Celebration!

Edwardsville, IL – Hey Edwardsville, join our Grand Opening celebration on June 25th at our newest restaurant at Troy & Governors…

Time: 8 AM – 12 pm

K-4th Grade Kids Camp Cookie Class w/ Erica

Belleville, IL – K-4th grade Kids Camp Cookie Class w/ Erica
$30/ per child. They will go home with finished decorated cookies.

Time: 10 AM

Wednesday, June 26th

5th – 12 th Grade Kids Camp Chocolate Class

Belleville, IL – Kids will take home finished chocolates!
Call 618-277-7373 to reserve your spot. Cost is $30 per child.

Time: 1 PM

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Thursday, June 13th

Mobile Monica @TheOverlook

Columbia, IL – Music – Drink Specials – Prizes – Special Guests – Doggie Macs Food Truck – and more……

Time: 7 PM

June Sip and Shop!

Freeburg, IL – join us for a fun girls night! boutique shopping, permenant jewelry, botox, hat bar, hair tensel, cookies, local spirit wear! you don’t want to miss this one!!!

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Steve Ewing Full Band at Auffenberg Summer Concert Series

O’Fallon, IL – Steve Ewing Full Band playing the Auffenberg Summer Concert Series! Free show!!

Time: 7 PM

Friday, June 14th

Steak Night & Seafood POP UP at Cafe on the Abbey

Columbia, IL – This is going to be Extraordinary Dinner
Chef Dan’s going to cook this dinner off of our BBQ PIT with an open flame…

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

ARRAY

Smithton, IL – Come check out ARRAY as they make their Pete’s debut. It’s sure to be a good time

Time: 7 PM

Live Music: Boulderdash

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Pinot, Pizza & Pastas EVERY Friday!

Belleville, IL – …Get ready to kick off your weekend with a bang! Every Friday, Copper Fire is turning up the heat with our incredible **Pinot, Pizza & Pastas** special!…

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Family Fun Night (The REC)

Fairview Heights, IL – Enjoy a Friday night out together as a family with our unlimited climbs, inflatable bounce houses, and pool! There is something for everyone to make the night great!

Time: 4 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday, June 15th

Grand Opening (Event by The Coffee Pot)

Columbia, IL – Come see our new shop, it’s our official first day open! We are a walk-in location and have lattes, cold brew, lotus, kids drinks, local pastries, & donuts on weekends.

Time: 8 AM – 1 PM 

Summer Yoga Series

Belleville, IL – Join Yoga on Main every other Saturday this Summer, May through August, at Paderborn Square (just outside of Shoehorn Brewing) for a 45 minute all-levels yoga practice!…

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 PM

Red, White & Blue Summer Kick Off Party at the Collinsville VFW

Collinsville, IL – Come on out and kick off the summer together June 15th 2-10 pm!!

Time: 2 PM – 10 PM

Farm to Store

Waterloo, IL – Join us for the Farm to Store at Waterloo Schnucks! You’ll have the chance to talk with local farmers, pet farm animals, play in a corn pit, and win prizes playing games. Enjoy FREE burgers!

Time: 9 AM

Sunday, June 16th

Live Music: Falling Fences

Belleville, IL – Celebrate Father’s Day with a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

2024 UFL Championship

St. Louis, MO – Event by America’s Center & The Dome

Time: 4 PM

Copper Fire – Father’s Day

Belleville, IL – Calling all Dad’s! And maybe people who don’t have dad around… let’s celebrate all the cool Father’s of the world by playing Rock & Roll!

Time: 2 PM – 5 PM

Xtreme Bar Bingo at Silver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – Xtreme Bar Bingo at Silver Creek Sports & Social every Sunday night!! Starting at 7pm come in early and stay late at one of the greatest Sunday Funday’s a bar has put together in a long time!!

Time:  7 Pm – 9 PM

BUTCH MOORE with MATT GADEKEN

Waterloo, IL – Butch Moore is a singer/songwriter from Glen Carbon, IL, known for his acoustic, folk, and blues music. Matt Gadeken will accompany on violin and mandolin!

Time: 2 PM – 6 PM

Monday, June 17th

Absolute Science Discovery Family Night

Columbia, IL – Explore science throughout the library with hands-on stations for families to enjoy!

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Tuesday, June 18th

ONLINE LAND AUCTION – 29.46 acres @ Columbia, IL

Columbia, IL – Join us for an exclusive online auction featuring a stunning property nestled at 175 Shelly Lane, Columbia, IL 62236 in Monroe County!

Time: 10 AM

Wednesday, June 19th

Free Texa Holdem!!!

Smithton, IL – Join us for a night of free Texas Holdem!!!

Time: 6:30 PM

Recycled Book Art

O’Fallon, IL – Join Ashley for a creative and eco-friendly art class where you’ll learn the beautiful craft of book folding using recycled books. This hands-on workshop is perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters who are interested in transforming old books into stunning pieces of art…

Time: 6 PM

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Thursday, June 6th

Hat Party

Smithton, IL – Get your girlfriends together for some fun!!

Time: 6:30 PM

Girls Night Out

Waterloo, IL – Come get some permanent jewelry, visit and purchase from some local small businesses, and catch up with friends over a cocktail! Free to attend.

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Friday, June 7th

Fridays lunch POP UP BBQ’s

Columbia, IL – Event by Cafe on the Abbey.

June 7th BBQ

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Top GunZ at Millstadt Fireman’s Picnic! Ultimate 80’s Rock Party

Millstadt, IL – Top GunZ is honored to bring the Ultimate 80’s Rock Party to Millstadt Union Fire Department Picnic again! Our friends in Twisted Road will be there on Saturday! Are you ready for a weekend of fun and music?!? Check GOING and share it out! See you soon!

Time: 8 PM

Friday’s Cornhole Tournament

Collinsville, IL – Grab a team and join us for the International Horseradish Festival Cornhole Tournament!

Time: 5 PM

Saturday, June 8th

43rd Annual Foz Ryan Memorial – Irish Open

Millstadt, IL – …This will be our first event at Triple Lakes Golf Course and we are looking forward to being able to include carts with the registration fee for all golfers…

Time: 7 AM – 2:30 PM

Horseradish Root Derby

Collinsville, IL – Build and race a derby car made out of a horseradish root! This event will not be timed and every participant will receive a ribbon. This event will be held in front of the Main Stage!

Time: 11 AM

O’Fallon Township Rummage Sale

O’Fallon, IL – O’Fallon Township Sale, 801 E. State Street.
Saturday, June 8, 2023 from 7am-noon. Pictures of items will be posted throughout the month and complete setup on Friday prior to sale…

Time: 7 AM – 12 PM

Open Tie Dye Day!

Belleville, IL – Come downtown for the Shriners festival of food trucks and stop by and tie dye a tshirt. Kids shirts $10 youth Xs-youth xl adult shirts $12 adult small-adult xl

Time: 10 AM – 3 PM

Sunday, June 9th

Arts in the Park

Columbia, IL – Celebrate the Arts! Enjoy local artists’ original work for viewing and purchase, performances by local community ensembles, a creative children’s arts area, high school art display, and food & drink.

Time: 11 AM – 6 PM

The 90’s PicNIC

St. Louis, MO – Welcome to The 90’s PicNIC! Get ready to travel back in time to one of the best decades of all – the 90’s! Join us at the Stone Shelter located in Tower Grove Park!..

Time: 12 PM – 6 PM

Downtown Concert Series

Waterloo, IL – The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Pick n and a Grin n at our June free downtown concert series. This month’s concert is sponsored by First National Bank and Limitless Chiropractic.

Time: 4:30 PM

Monday, June 10th

Stepping Stone Creations (6-10 yrs)

Columbia, IL – Two retired art teachers are mixing up cement to have children design their own stepping stones…

Time: 10 AM – 11 AM

Tuesday, June 11th

Shakespeare in the Park: As You Like It

St. Louis, MO – In this spontaneous romp, the brilliant and resourceful heroine, Rosalind, and her friends, exiled from the confines of city life to the Forest of Arden, are free to explore new identities, friendships, and (of course) love…

Time: 8 Pm – 1-:45 PM

Wednesday, June 12th

Free Texas Holdem!!!

Smithton, IL – Join us for a night of free Texas Holdem!!!

Time: 6:30 PM

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Thursday, May 30th

Tequila & Taco Thursday at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – Hey everyone, I’ve got some exciting news to share! 🎉 We are bringing the sizzle and zest to our Thursdays with the much-anticipated Tequila & Taco Thursdays! …

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Mullberry Mingle

Belleville, IL – Mullberry Season here we come! The mulberries are getting ready and so is BHG. Join us for a special ticketed event Thursday, May 30th at Clara B’s Kitchen Table and LongStory coffee, in collaboration with Shoehorn Brewery…

Time: 5:30 PM – 8 PM

Friday, May 31st

Yard Sale!

Shiloh, IL – Yard Sale Friday May 31st 8a-2pm. All proceeds go to the Alzheimer’s Association!

Time: 8 AM – 2 PM

Senior Day

Belleville, IL – Join area seniors 55+ as they shop + dine along Downtown Belleville’s Main Street Friday, May 31st from 10am – 1pm on Senior Day!…

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

Live Music: The Fabulous Motown Revue | Eckert’s Cider Shed

Belleville, IL – Come join us under the pavilion of Eckert’s Belleville Farm at the Cider Shed! This concert is family friendly. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks are allowed. Dogs are permitted in outdoor areas, as long as they are on a leash…

Time: 9:30 PM

Parking Lot Party

Edwardsville, IL – We will have the grills fired up!
Stop by and pickup lunch for yourself or the whole office.

Time: 11 AM – 2 PM

Saturday, June 1st

School is out for the Summer Party at Soulcial Kitchen!

Swansea, IL – Join us for a night of family fun! Face painting, games & contests, a DJ playing all of your family’s favorite hits, food trucks, and a caricaturist to grab some family photos!

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Summer Yoga Series

Belleville, IL – Join Yoga on Main every other Saturday this Summer, May through August, at Paderborn Square (just outside of Shoehorn Brewing) for a 45-minute all-levels yoga practice! Stick around the best Main Street in the country after and enjoy a local craft beer at Shoehorn Brewing and grab lunch at any of our fabulous restaurants!

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

New Menu Lunch

Freeburg, IL – New Ice-Cream Themed Menu Coming June 1

Time: 8 AM – 5 PM

Performing Live at the AMerican Legion

Columbia, IL – Special Guest FastWave

Time: 7 PM

Event by David Graham & Eskimo Brothers

Waterloo, IL – David Graham (Portland, OR) has become known as one of Nashville’s can’t miss live entertainers over the past Decade. His honky tonk trio has honed their stage show and sound from nearly 300 shows per year and thousands of hours in the Music City honky tonks in a variation of high energy ensembles.

Time: 5 PM

Sunday, June 2nd

Yoga on the Square

Belleville, IL – Belleville Health and Sports Center & yoga instructor Stacy Hudson are bringing you Yoga on the Square in downtown Belleville, IL on June 2 for completely FREE!..

Time: 10 AM

Mini Ninja Competition

Belleville, IL – …Hosted by the World Class Dragons team – The team kids will be helping coach John run the competition…

Time: 8:30 AM

Monday, June 3rd

Swansea Police & Fire Youth Academy

Swansea, IL – Swansea Police & Fire Youth Academy is BACK! Is your child between the ages of 9 and 13? Do they dream of becoming a police officer or a firefighter? Or maybe they just want to experience something exciting and new this summer? Then this is the perfect opportunity for them!

Time: June 3, 8 AM – June 5, 4 PM

Register for 2024 Summer Reading Programs

Columbia, IL – First 200 kids to sign up for the 2024 Summer Reading Program will get a free t-shirt! This year’s t-shirt will be sponsored by Columbia C.R.O.W.N.

Time: 9 AM – 4 PM

Tuesday, June 4th

Shakespeare in the Park: As You Like It

St. Louis, MO – In this spontaneous romp, the brilliant and resourceful heroine, Rosalind, and her friends, exiled from the confines of city life to the Forest of Arden, are free to explore new identities, friendships, and (of course) love…

Time: 8 PM – 10:45 PM

Start the Party! VBS

Fairview Heights, IL –

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Wednesday, June 5th

Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night

Belleville, IL – Kick off the week with a smoke at our weekly Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night!! Our pairing will be scrumptious!! Elijah Craig Small Batch 1789 Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Punch Signature (5×54)!…

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

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Thursday, May 23rd

LIVE MUSIC @ June’s

Shiloh, IL – Our summer concert series is BACK! Join us Thursday, May 23 from 5-9pm for live music, beer/wine/cocktails on the patio. Music from Andrew Dahle from 6-9pm!

Time: 5 PM – 9 PM

Live Blues Night

Belleville, IL – This Thursday, CALLING ALL BLUES LOVERS!! “Live Blues Night” Enjoy an evening of Live Blues feat, solo guitarist Vernon Williams!! Come relax and enjoy your fav cigar! We open at 6pm…

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

Live Blues Night

Belleville, IL – This Thursday, CALLING ALL BLUES LOVERS!! “Live Blues Night” Enjoy an evening of Live Blues feat, solo guitarist Vernon Williams!…

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

Friday, May 24th

Memorial Day Weekend Open Garden Event @ Hostas on the Bluff

Fairview Heights, IL – We are going to open the gardens up to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. There are over 250 Hosta varieties to choose from.
All military members receive a free Patriot or Minuteman hosta with any purchase…

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

Live Music: Hudson and the HooDoo Cats

Belleville, IL – Blending the influences of Texas’ rockin’ blues, country, rockabilly, and swing, with St. Louis’ historic soul, jump-blues and groovin’ urban blues. Move and groove with the Austin, Texas born and raised, Hudson Harkins, songwriter, singer, drummer and bandleader, and his band, Hudson and the Hoo Doo Cats.

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

VIP Allocated Whiskey Tasting

Fairview Heights, IL – …ALLOCATED ITEMS BEING SAMPLED: (3/4oz Pours)
Cream of Kentucky 7yr Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, Penelope Rio Cask Finished Bourbon, Penelope Tokaji Cask Finish, Hancock’s President’s Reserve, Shenk’s Homestead Sour Mash Whiskey…

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM

R&N @ Danny’s Irish Pub (formerly Crehan’s)

Belleville, IL – Event by Rogers & Nienhaus. New name is Danny’s Irish Pub!!!

Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

EVERY Friday Fish Fry at the Millstadt VFW

Millstadt, IL – Kitchen is open from 4-8pm (lots to choose from on the menu) – CLUBROOM opens at 4pm – Queen of Hearts drawing at 7pm

Time: 4 PM – 8 PM

Saturday, May 25th

Live Music: Adam Harbison

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Memorial Day Barn Bash!

Columbia, IL – Come enjoy Fried Chicken and BBQ Pork Steaks, and Brats, Fresh Corn Bread and the Best Drink Specials in Columbia, $2 Glasses of Wine, $1 PBR Cans!
Live Music by Barnyard Cats all evening!

Time: 2 PM – 6 PM

Summer Reading Kick-Off!

O’Fallon, IL – Exciting news! 🎉 OFPL’s Summer Reading Programs are back!
Join us in our outdoor event space for our summer reading kick-off bash! 🌞📚

Time: 10 AM

Raelynn Alyse & Josh Boyer

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 3 PM – 6 PM

Caffeine and Chrome – Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis

O’Fallon, IL – Celebrate our 25 years of classic car excellence at our May 25th Caffeine and Chrome! Our event starts at 9am; come partake in coffee and pastries (while supplies last)! 

Time: 9 AM

Community Yard Sale

O’Fallon, IL – Thornbury Hill Community Yard Sale is scheduled for 25 May 2024 from 7am to 1pm.

Time: 7 AM – 1 PM

Sunday, May 26th

Brunch, Bottomless Mimosas and Live Music from Tommy Halloran

St. Louis, MO – It’s a long weekend! Spend your Sunday having brunch and bottomless mimosas in the biergarten while listening to Tommy Halloran. We can accommodate large groups, so bring your friends. Cheers!

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Dazed n Confused @ Vintage Wine Bar

Waterloo, IL – Dazed n Confused STL

Time: 2 PM

SOS Live at Copperfire!

Belleville, IL – Come celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with great food, cold drinks and live music.

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Live Music: Zydeco Crawdaddys

Belleville, IL – Join us for a concert inside our NEW! Cider Shed. This concert is FREE and family-friendly. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks are allowed.

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Monday, May 27th

Memorial Day All Day Skate!

Belleville, IL – Enjoy 8 hours of skating for just $6.00*! PLUS every skater gets a free hot dog and drink! Games, prizes and tons of fun!

Time: 10 AM – 6 PM

Pioneer Monthly Win-a-Box: May

Fairview Heights, IL – IGC is proud to support the Pioneer format! so grab a friend and your best Pioneer legal deck and compete in our Monthly Pioneer Win-a-Box Tournament.

Time: 7 PM

Memorial Day at Fountain Inn

Valmeyer, IL – We will be serving
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Brisket Sandwiches
Hot dogs
Sling N Scoops popsicle’s

Time: 2 PM

Tuesday, May 28th

MJ

St. Louis, MO – He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to St. Louis as MJ, the multi Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own.

Time: 7:30 PM – 10 PM

Sportsplex Summer Day Camp

Belleville, IL – Join the all new Sportsplex Summer Day Camp. Please see the website for details and registration. https://metroeastsportsplex.com/day-camp-1

Time: 7 AM

Wednesday, May 29th

Copper Hour 4-7 Wednesday – Fridays!

Belleville, IL – Happy Hour alert! Get ready for a flavor-packed extravaganza that’ll make your taste buds dance!…

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

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Thursday, May 16th

Millpond – Millstadt IL

Millstadt, IL –  Event by The Coffee Pot. Come grab your favorites!

Time: 7 AM – 11:30 AM

Columbia Community Market

Columbia, IL –  Visit us every week in the Turner Hall parking lot from May-October! We will have our on-site engraving as well as earrings, stickers, Stanley toppers, wristlets, and new this year we are adding more home décor items!…

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Meet BObby & Doofy from Scary Movie Part 1 in Person

Belleville, IL –  HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN TOUR 2024 FEATURING SCARY MOVIE PART 1!!!!
Jon Abrahams, who played Bobby and Dave Sheridan, who played Doofy, will be in store from 3-7pm on Thursday May 16th!…

Time: 3PM – 7PM

Friday, May 17th

Rafe Williams Returns @ Vices Bar – May 17

Red Bud, IL – VICES BAR COMEDY CLUB welcomes back Rafe Williams
Rafe is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, actor, and improviser based in St. Louis, MO.
Rafe can be heard daily on the Rizzuto Show in the morning on 105.7 The Point….

Time: 7:30 PM

Triple Lakes Tavern

Dupo, IL – Come enjoy your Friday night with some live music, an ice-cold drink, and great food!

Time: 6 PM

Every Friday Fish Fry at the Millstadt VFW

Millstadt, IL – Kitchen is open from 4-8pm (lots to choose from on the menu) – CLUBROOM opens at 4pm – Queen of Hearts drawing at 7pm

Time: 4PM – 8PM

Annies Produce – Waterloo IL

Waterloo, IL – Event by The Coffee Pot. Come grab your favorite!

Time: 7AM – 11:30AM

Saturday, May 18th

Summer Kickoff Parking Lot Party!

Columbia, IL –  We enjoyed ourselves so much last year we are doing it AGAIN! Come enjoy the great weather, FOOD and The Southside Johnny Band! We had a fantastic day last year and plan on doing the same this year!

Time: 12 PM

ROCK THE PARK: VOL. 2

Freeburg, IL –  Event by Weed Mouth. Freeburg Recreation Park
We are doing it again!!! Details above, see you all there!

Time: 6:30 PM – 10 PM

Millpond Maifest

Millstadt, IL –  Millpond Maifest 2024 will take place Saturday, May 18th and Sunday May 19th at the brewery. Special beer release, live music all day both days, brats and potato pancakes from Millstadt Sister Cities, Pretzel Boys, Pete’s Pops, and more!

Time: 12 PM – 11PM

Customer Appreciation Day

Edwardsville, IL –  Join us for Customer Appreciation Day when we’ll be celebrating YOU for making Afterwords Books Edwardsville’s favorite indie bookstore for the past 15 years!…

Time: 10 AM – 3PM

Dive Bar Scavenger Hunt

Belleville, IL –  Sign up at your home bar by May 17. Check in May 18 by 130 to receive item list. Giggle for 5 hours while collecting items at participating bars. Return to home bar at 7….

Time: 2 PM – 7 PM

Sunday, May 19th

Nothing Bundt Cakes Graduation Cake Preorder

Waterloo, IL –  Customized Graduation Cake Pre-Order…

Time: 9 AM – 4 PM

Gear Jammers Car Meet

Smithton, IL –  Gear up for an evening of car action at No Jacks, in Smithton, Illinois, with our great friends over at the Gear Jammers Car Club!…

Time: 4PM – 8PM

Spring Classic

Columbia, IL –  Road riders, rejoice!
Join us for our intermediate-level, no drop Spring Classic group bike ride. We’re celebrating the start of riding season by pedaling for 32 miles through rolling hills on back road…

Time: 8 AM

Watercoloring Basics 2 with Christina Gilchrist Watercolorist

Columbia, IL –  Come and learn some Watercoloring Basics 2 with Christina Gilchrist Watercolorist!…

Time: 12 PM – 4PM

Monday, May 20th

Register for 2024 Summer Reading Programs

Columbia, IL –  First 200 kids to sign up for the 2024 Summer Reading Program will get a free t-shirt! This year’s t-shirt will be sponsored by Columbia C.R.O.W.N…

Time: 9 AM – 4PM

Bags for Wags

Belleville, IL –  Join us for the ulti-mutt girls night out and raise funds for pets in our community!…

Time: 5 PM

Tuesday, May 21st

5/21 Sourdough Workshop

O’Fallon, IL –  Join us for a hands-on experience as Crystalyn, from A, Bee’s and C’s Orchard, guides you through the steps for crafting the perfect sourdough starter. From mixing the flour to nurturing the yeast, this workshop will have you headed home with your own thriving starter ready to elevate your bread-making journey…

Time: 6:30PM –  9PM

Wednesday, May 22nd

Faith & Friendship Tea Party

Fairview Heights, IL –  We’re having a Tea Party! Please join us for Faith & Friendship on Wednesday, May 22nd as we close out our spring session with a Tea Party. It will be from 10am-12pm in the Student Lounge at the Fairview Heights campus.

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

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Thursday, May 9th

Columbia Community Market

Columbia, IL – Visit us every week in the Turner Hall parking lot from May-October! We will have our on-site engraving as well as earrings, stickers, Stanley toppers, wristlets, and new this year… 

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Better Than Ezra at The Pageant

St Louis, MO – *ON SALE NOW*
Live A Little Tour
Better Than Ezra
with Hey Stev

Time: 8 PM

Live Blues Night

Belleville, IL – This Thursday, CALLING ALL BLUES LOVERS!! “Live Blues Night” Enjoy an evening of Live Blues feat, solo guitarist Vernon Williams!! Come relax and enjoy your fav cigar!

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

Friday, May 10th

Memories for Mom – Onsite Engraving

Columbia, IL – Join us as we offer onsite engraving services to uniquely personalize your favorite floral arrangements and gifts!

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

Live Music: Top Gunz

Belleville, IL – Join us for a concert under the Pavilion at our NEW! Cider Shed. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks …

Time: 7:30 PM – 10 PM

Chalan Pago Grill Pop-Up

Millstadt, IL – Event by Millpond Brewing

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

Every Friday Fish Fry at the Millstadt VFW

Millstadt, IL – 4 PM – 8 PM

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Free Fridays: Stone Sea Viewing

St. Louis, MO – Gain new perspectives on Andy Goldsworthy’s Stone Sea as you walk throughout this large-scale outdoor sculpture. The space will be open for visitors to view on a first-come, first-served basis. No tickets required…

Time: 2 PM – 4 PM

Saturday, May 11th

Beer B Que Competition, Waterloo IL

Waterloo, IL – Two of Waterloo’s most fun clubs, The Waterloo Optimist Club and The Ferm Homebrew Club are teaming up to host the 5th annual Beer-B-Que Competition! You do not want to miss this … 

Time: 12 PM – 4 PM

O’Fallon Township Rummage Sale

O’Fallon, IL – O’Fallon Township Sale, 801 E. State Street.
Saturday, May 11, 2023 from 7am-noon. Pictures of items will be posted throughout the month and complete setup on Friday prior to sale…

Time: 7 AM – 12 PM

Nothing Bundt Cakes Mother’s Day POP-UP at Crafted in the Loo

Waterloo, IL – Save the Date! #NothingBundtCakes #CraftedInTheLoo #Collaboration  waterlooillinois #LoveTheLoo #lovecake #gimmeallthecake #YouCanFindMeInTheLOO

Time: 10 AM

May 11 Craft Fair & Vendor Event

Swansea, IL – May 11, 2024 Craft Fair & Vendor Event. Metro east/STL. Shop local! Door prizes-50•50-giveaways & more! *More than 25 tix available!*

Time: 9 AM – 2 PM

Trek Bicycle Arnold Saturday Morning Shop Ride

Columbia, IL – Group road ride. Hone your skills, meet new friends, and have a whole lot of fun at our upcoming road ride.

Time: 8 AM – 10 AM

Sunday, May 12th

Mother’s Day Breakfast

Belleville, IL – Come join us for a delicious morning celebrating all the amazing moms out there at The Weingarten! Treat your mom to a special breakfast filled with love and great food…

Time: 9 AM

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet!

Belleville, IL – 🌸🥂 Get ready to celebrate Mom in style! 🎉 Save the date for our fabulous Mother’s Day brunch buffet happening on May 12th, from 9 am to 2 pm. It’s going to be a feast fit for a queen! 👑✨

Time: May 12, 9 PM – May 13, 2 PM

Mother’s Day Brunch at the St. Louis Aquarium

St. Louis, MO – Dive into a fin-tastic Mother’s Day Brunch at the St. Louis Aquarium!
Join us for a splashing good time filled with aquatic experiences and delicious treats…

Time: 10 AM

Great Vibez With Great People

Edwardsville, IL – Mother’s Day you don’t wanna miss

Time: 7 PM

Mother’s Day Menu Pop-Up

Freeburg, IL – Mother’s Day Pop-Up! Limited time only

Time: 5 PM

Monday, May 13th

Feed the Crew Mondays @ Silver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – It’s Feed the Crew Mondays at Silver Creek Sports & Social! Gather your crew and indulge in a feast from 2pm to 9pm for just $44.00 plus tax…

Time: 2 PM – 9 PM

Bennies Dine to Donate

Belleville, IL – Boosters Fundraiser

Time: 11 AM – 10 PM

Tuesday, May 14th

Free Tuesday Night Trivia!

Belleville, IL – Free Pop culture trivia! Build a team, find a team, be a lone wolf trivia dominating machine!

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Taco, Enchilada & Margarita Tuesdays @ Silver Creek

Belleville, IL – Come Check out Taco, Enchilada & Margarita Tuesdays every Tuesday from 11am-9pm. We will always have Daisy’s Famous Fried Tacos & Enchiladas on Board for every lunch & dinner!…

Time: 11 AM – 9 PM

Wednesday, May 15th

A Bike Surgeon Event

O’Fallon, IL – Join us for an evening of new fun and awesome Bike Surgeon group riding, Wednesday, May 15th. We will have some special new bits on hand that you will WANT to see in person, and maybe even try out…

Time: 6 PM

Holy Trinity Fundraiser

Fairview Heights, IL – Fundraising event for Holy Trinity. TCs TREATS will donate 10% of sales back to the organization.

Time: 2 PM – 8 PM

Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas! 

Thursday, May 2nd

Opening Day: Columbia Community Market

Columbia, IL – Come out for opening day of the Columbia Community Market! We are so excited for the start of the season and have some amazing vendors offering a variety of produce, treats, food, gifts, and more!

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Twilight Thursday

St. Louis, MO – May ushers in the long-awaited return of concert season at the Missouri History Museum! This popular, free outdoor concert series takes place on our newly renovated North Plaza and brings a lineup of spectacular shows from local musicians and bands…

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

Tequila & Taco Thursdays at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – …We are bringing the sizzle and zest to our Thursdays with the much-anticipated Tequila & Taco Thursdays! …

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Friday, May 3rd

Cinco De Mayo Weekend Celebration

O’Fallon, IL – Join us for the biggest party of the year! We will be celebrating cinco de mayo all weekend long! Drink specials will be available starting Friday May 3rd until Sunday May 5th…

Time: 11 AM – 9 PM

Large Multi Family Yard Sale

Waterloo, IL – Large multi family yard sale in the parking lot of my salon. Please park on the street headed towards the bus garage…

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Cinco De Mayo Party (Oaxaca Margarita Bar)

Edwardsville, IL – Come join us May 3rd-5th to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Weekend!..

Time: 11 AM – 10 PM

Bonanza Western First Friday

Scott Air Force Base, IL – Saddle up and mosey on down to the Bonanza Western First Friday on May 3 at Zeppelins! Dust off your boots and cowboy hat for a rootin’ tootin’ good time complete with western fare and drink specials!

Time: 3:30 PM

Annual Hosta Sales Event @ Hostas on the Bluff

Fairview Heights, IL – Hosta lovers, this is your call! Your perfect shade-loving plants await at our delightful garden on the bluff. With over 250 gorgeous hosts varieties AND exciting new reblooming daylilies – ready to thrive in your landscape. All of our plants are potted and available to take home.

Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Kendra Scott Fundraiser for the National Children’s Cancer Society

Swansea, IL – Shop online at kendrascott.com on May 3 & 4 using code GIVEBACK-GLOVK and 20% of your purchase will go to help children get to their vital cancer treatments!

Time: 12 AM

Saturday, May 4th

Derby Day – I mean – Miranda Bury New Single Release Day – THIRTEEN~

Columbia, IL – Miranda Bury is honoring us by playing at Sunset Overlook on May 4. It’s Derby Day and we’ll have a Derby Hat Contest but something bigger ~~ it’s the day Miranda’s new single – Thirteen – is being released. You don’t want to miss this!! 

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Kentucky derby (Big Rick’s Meats and Eats)

Valmeyer, IL – I’ll be selling pulled pork and brisket sandwiches at fountain for the Kentucky derby! Come out and enjoy the race and some music!

Time: 3 PM

WAHAKA Margarita Bar and Grill Cinco De Mayo Weekend

O’Fallon, IL – Gearing up for an awesome Cinco de Mayo weekend at the new WAHAKA Margarita Bar and Grill in O’fallon, IL � 3-day live DJ action on the Rooftop starts Friday, May 3 with DJ Fuente (3pm to 10pm)…

Time: 3 PM – 10 PM

Kentucky Derby Party at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – Get ready to saddle up and join us at Copper Fire for the Kentucky Derby extravaganza! With 13 TVs tuned in and the sound ON, you won’t miss a moment of the action. Dress your best for our contest and sip on special Kentucky Derby drinks, including Mint Juleps, while you watch the race…

Time: 2 PM – 11 PM

Grand Opening Celebration (Highly Favored Bakes)

Belleville, IL – It’s a celebration so don’t miss out!!! There will be live music, raffles, giveaways, & more

Time: 10 AM – 3 PM

Sugar Time!

Swansea, IL – It’s that time again! Melissa Van Buren, from Foxy Moxy, will be visiting Fringe to spread her sugaring love! Brazilian sugar waxing, made very comfortable! Limited spots available. Message for appointments!

Time: 10 AM – 4 PM

Sunday, May 5th

Cinco de Mayo Party (Veliz-Vice Team)

Waterloo/Swansea, IL – Music, Food, Drinks

Time: 12 PM

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – Rise and shine, amigos! Join us at Copper Fire for a sizzling Cinco de Mayo taco bonanza!

Time: 9 AM – 10 PM

Plant Sale at Fahrner Farm

Millstadt, IL – Come shop the greenhouse!
Beautiful hanging baskets and planters, vegetable plants, individual annuals, 6 packs, herbs, succulents and much more.

Time: 8 AM

WAHAKA Margarita Bar and Grill Cinco De Mayo Weekend

O’Fallon, IL – Gearing up for an awesome Cinco de Mayo weekend at the new WAHAKA Margarita Bar and Grill in O’fallon, IL…

Time: 3 PM – 10 PM

FIESTA! (Ace’s Wild Video Gaming Parlor)

Columbia, IL – Sunday Funday and FIESTA DAY! What else could you ask for. We will have TACO BAR from The Purpose: Full BBQ Experience that will be free while supplies last! $5 MARGARITAS AND DAIQ…

Time: 3 PM

Cinco De Mayo (1933 House of Bourbon)

Edwardsville, IL – Join us for a Cinco de Mayo fiesta!
Celebrate with a special cocktail: tequila old fashioned, Paloma, margaritaJoin us for a Cinco de Mayo fiesta! Celebrate with a special cocktail: tequila old fashioned, Paloma, margarita…

Time: 4:30 PM

Monday, May 6th

Mother’s Day Menu Pop-Up

Freeburg, IL – Event by The Coffee Pot Mother’s Day Pop-Up! Limited time only 

Time: 7 AM

Feed the Crew Mondays @ Silver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – It’s Feed the Crew Mondays at Silver Creek Sports & Social! Gather your crew and indulge in a feast from 2pm to 9pm for just $44.00 plus tax. Enjoy 2Topping Pizza, 1lb of Creek Wings…

Time: 2 PM – 9 PM

Mother’s Day Holistic Spa Experience

O’Fallon, IL – Join us for an evening pampering mom. Ticket includes a 20 minute session of your choosing and group pampering in the lobby to include red light therapy, meditation, light movement, art, and light snacks with wine. Extra 20 minute sessions are available for add on or purchase that night, if desired…

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Tuesday, May 7th

Veterans Resource Fair

Belleville, IL – Veterans, Active Duty, Guard & Reserve, and their dependents: learn about benefits, services, and job opportunities

Time: 10 AM – 4 PM

Wednesday, May 8th

Mon’s Night Out

Columbia, IL – Moms:
You’ve been juggling countless tasks, managing endless schedules, and pouring your heart into everything you do. Now, it’s time to hit pause and treat yourself to a well-deserved break!…

Time: 6:30 PM

Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas! 

Thursday, April 25th

LIVE MUSIC: Andrew Dahle

Columbia, IL – The popular local singer is coming BACK to Aces! While supporting the CVFD with their Queen of Hearts drawing, sit back and enjoy some soft tunes to get you through the night! Come hear what he has to sing about and enjoy the good times and great drink prices..

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

Friends of the Library Book Sale

O’Fallon, IL – Join us for a weekend-long book sale put on by the Friends of the Library. Shop from a wide collection of books, DVDs, CDs and so much more! We’ll have something for every age group, and nearly every subject imaginable. New items will be put out all day, every day of the sale…

Time: 9 AM

Friday, April 26th

Large Multi Family Yard Sale

Waterloo, IL – …Tons of kids clothes and shoes, women’s and men’s clothes and shoes, books, toys, games, home decor, salon items, tons of miscellaneous items. Everything priced to go!

Time: April 26, 11 AM – Apr 29, 3 PM

Trivia Night at The Weingarten

Belleville, IL – Grab your friends or family members and join us for another rousing game of Trivia at The Weingarten! It is absolutely FREE to play & specific team sizes are not required. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 teams and we will be serving our Signature Strawberry Sangria & Patio Punch all night long for your enjoyment!…

Time: 6:30 PM – 9 PM

I’m From the Lou and I’m Proud Adult Skate!

Belleville, IL – A night to celebrate the Gateway City!! Playing all the hits from STL artists such as Nelly, Chingy, Akon, St Lunatics, Murphy Lee and more!!

Time: 9 PM – 11:30 PM

Zacchi Food Truck

Millstadt, IL – Middle Eastern food that focuses on Jordanian cuisine!

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Edwardsville, IL – Send your favorite stuffed animal on an overnight at the library! Drop-off your stuffed animal during the library’s open hours on Friday, April 26th and join us the next morning, April 27th at 10 AM for a light breakfast and photo slideshow.

Time: Apr 26, 9 AM – Apr 27, 11 AM

Saturday, April 27th

Cookie Decorating Class

Columbia, IL – Cost is $50
Your host: Jessica from Josie’s Cookie Jar
Learn to beautifully decorate sugar cookies with royal icing. No experience necessary…

Time: 11 AM – 1 PM

MWJT Night at the Movies

Belleville, IL – What’s better than going to the movies? Going to a drive-in in your Jeep! Join MWJT as we meet up at Skyview Drive-in Theater in Belleville for a movie night. Screen #1 will show Grease and Dirty Dancing, Screen #2 will show Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club…

Time:  7 PM

Monroe County Farmers Market Opening Day, 2024 Season

Waterloo, IL – Are you ready for the start of the 2024 MCFM season? It’s been several long months, but now is the time to shop from your favorite produce, plant, coffee, food, and craft vendors. Also, make sure to visit the Welcome Table to purchase tickets for $1 to enter a raffle for a market basket…

Time: 7:30 AM – 12 PM

Caffeine and Chrome — Gateway CLassic Cars of St. Louis

O’Fallon, IL – Car enthusiasts, don’t miss out on a great morning! Join Gateway Classic Cars as we hosts our Caffeine & Chrome event at all of our showrooms. It is the last Saturday of the month, open to the public and has NO admission fee…

Time: 9 AM – 12 PM

Dueling Pianos Benefitting the Girl Scouts of S IL

Belleville, IL – The Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois present a night of FUNdraising with dueling pianos by Spanky Entertainment. Picture it: Two pianists, two pianos, and a stage set for an unforgettable musical showdown…

Time: 7 PM

Sunday, April 28th

Southern Soul Sundays

Fairview Heights, IL – Join us for some good ol’ Southern soul vibes Sunday starting April 28, 2024, at 6:00 PM! The first of more to come…

Time: 6 PM – 11 PM

Outcast April Meet

Belleville, IL – We are back! After taking some time off and away from hosting meets we are happy to share with everyone that have our first meet for the year planned. Our friends over at Greenstreet Automotive are graciously allowing us to use their parking lot to have our first meet of the year on April 27th at 5pm. Unlike meets in the past this is not a restaurant…

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

CUP Presents: Battle of the Bands

Belelville, IL – 🎸🥁🎤 Rock for a Cause: Battle of the Bands Supporting Catholic Urban Programs 🎸🥁🎤
Get ready to rock out for a fantastic cause at the highly anticipated Battle of the Bands event, taking place on April 28, 2024 at Silver Creek!…

Time: 12 PM

Music by Ethan Carl!

Columbia, IL – One of our newest artist performs for the 2nd time at Sunset Overlook. You don’t want to miss him~

Time: 2 pm – 5 PM

Dedication Ceremony Of The Restored Old Millstadt Water Tower

Millstadt, IL – Please join the Friends of the Old Millstadt Water Tower on Sunday, April 28 at 1:00 p.m. at Ott’s Tavern, 20 East Washington, for the dedication celebration of the Old Millstadt Water Tower restoration project. In case of inclement weather, the celebration will move to Spike’s Public House, 4 East Washington

Time: 1 PM

Monday, April 29th

Cured & Cultured – Make a Difference Monday

Belleville, IL – Event by Althoff Catholic High School

10% of profits from purchases & dining will be donated to Althoff Catholic!

Time: 11 AM – 9 PM

Steve’s Music Bingo – 80’s Pop Music!

St. Louis, MO – Join us every other Monday night for Steve’s Music Bingo – hosted by Steve Ewing! We’ll play you a :30 second of songs from a themed playlist at random. Identify it, mark your card and win!…

Time: 6 PM – 7: 30 PM

Tuesday, April 30th

Tuesday Night Spring League

Columbia, IL – Our Spring League will run 7 weeks
– 6 nights of league play (4/9-5/14)
– 1 night of Play-Offs (5/21)

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

BCBN April Networking Event

Columbia, IL – Join us for a networking social to grow your business on April 30th at Chateau La Vin at 5pm!
Mark your calendars now! Don’t forget to bring your business cards.
Columbia, Illinois

Time: 5 PM

Wednesday, May 1st

Wild Wednesday

Waterloo, IL – FREE Admission 😁
Doors Open at 6PM 🪩
Cash Bar & Signature Specialty Cocktail 🍻
Beer Bucket Special 🍺
Hot Pizzas & Breadsticks Available For Purchase

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Community Walk

Red Bud, IL – …Red Bud Regional Hospital & Senior Solutions are stomping out the stigma associated with mental health. Let’s show our togetherness and kick off May’s Mental Health Awareness Month…

Time: 9:30 AM