Community Events

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

Thursday, October 17th

Dine & Donate at Pete’s Hard Stop

Smithton, IL – Grab lunch or dinner at Pete’s Hard Stop on Thursday, October 17 between 11 am – 8 pm and a portion of your bill will be donated back to St. John’s. Please mention St. John’s when ordering

Time: 11 AM – 8 PM

Waterloo Witches Night Out

Waterloo, IL – Wear your witchy best (or worst) and shop, eat and drink at participating businesses in downtown Waterloo, IL. Our restaurants, bars and shops will have themed giveaways, photo opps, psychic readings, specials & more!

Time: 47 PM – 9 PM

Downtown Belleville Witches Brew Walk

Belleville, IL – 🧙‍♀️✨ Calling all witches!! FREE EVENT!
Our 3rd Annual Witches Brew Walk is brewing up to be a spellbinding time, and it’s going to be BIGGER and BETTER this year! 🕸️🎃

Time: 4 PM

Pumpkin Pie Pop-Up

Columbia, IL – Pumpkin pie latte Pumpkin cider lotus

Time: Oct 17 – 20, 7 AM – 5 PM

Friday, October 18th

🔥🐾 Four Hearts “Around the World” Bourbon Tasting at Copper Fire! 🔥 🐾
Copper Fire

Belleville, IL – Attention Four Hearts Friends! 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening at Copper Fire in Belleville on Friday, October 18th, for a Bourbon Tasting Extravaganza! 🥃✨

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Trunk or Treat

Belleville, IL – You have been summoned for a scary good time! Join us at The East Belleville YMCA on Friday, October 18th from 6-8pm! We will have snacks, crafts, and trunks galore! The event is free to the community and registration is not required.

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

Live Music: Rock Bottom Band

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

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Coffee Connect

Columbia, IL – Parents and guardians of young school age kids are meeting up at Columbia Library to connect with others!

Time: 9 AM – 10 AM

Haunted Trail

Waterloo, IL – Event by Waterloo Sportsman’s Club

Time: 7 PM – 11 PM

Saturday, October 19th

Spooktacular Trunk or Treat

Belleville, IL – Come join us at Four Fountains for an afternoon of food, music, treats and a bounce house. We are looking forward to seeing all the costumes!

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

2024 Halloween Party

Belleville, IL – PUMPKIN PAINTING CONTEST (CASH PRIZE) COSTUME CONTEST (CASH PRIZE)
CANDY CORN GUESS (GIFT CERTIFICATE) GIVEAWAYS DRINK AND SHOT SPECIALS
KARAOKE

Time: 7 PM

8th Grade QP Vendor Fair

Belleville, IL – Come shop and get ready for holiday gifts while supporting our 8th graders . We will have lots of vendors , food , and fun!!

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Halloween Hoopla (18 mos – 5 years)

Columbia, IL – Enjoy a not-so-spooky stories, games, crafts, treats, and face painting! Don’t forget to wear your favorite costume.

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Kickback Unplugged @ Sunset Overlook

Columbia, IL – Come out on Saturday to Sunset Overlook! Enjoy a pitcher of sangria while you kickback to some music!

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Sunday, October 20th

Midcentury Modern House Tour

Belleville, IL – Join us for a tour of homes on the East and West ends of Belleville to view homes with midcentury modern architecture and interior design!

Time: 12 PM – 5 PM

“The Making of Corn Dollies? (Wheat Weavings)”

Waterloo, IL – Why are they called “Corn Dollies? Where did they originate? What are the customs/purposes surrounding the weavings? Find the answers to these questions and more as we explore the history of the Corn Dollie!

Time: 1:30 PM – 4 PM

Mini Metaphysical Fair

Waterloo, IL – 💫Ready to explore the mystical and awaken your spirit? Join us at Kodiak Hollow for a transformative day at our Mini Metaphysical Fair, where you’ll find everything you need to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Leclaire Parkfest

Edwardsville, IL – Come join us for music, food and fun!! This year we have 63 total vendors featuring 11 food and beverage operators, 39 boutique craft purveyors, 11 local community not for profit exhibitors, and 2 games and activity centers. Sneaky’s, everyone’s favorite local burger joint, will once again be the exclusive alcohol concessioner providing craft beer and wine…

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

Monday, October 21st

The Reader’s Outpost Book Club

Edwardsville, IL – Interested in taking a reading journey through time and space, spanning multiple decades, with award winning authors? EPL’s newest Sci-Fi book club might be the one for you!

Time: 6:30 PM

Tuesday, October 22nd

Babygarten (6-18 mos.)

Columbia, IL – Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes.

Time: 9:15 AM – 10 AM

Sons of the American Legion Member Meeting

Edwardsville, IL – Since 1988, SAL has raised more than $9 million for The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation. SAL members have volunteered over 500,000 hours at veterans hospitals and raised over $1,000,000 for VA hospitals and VA homes…

Time: 6:30 PM 7:30 PM

Wednesday, October 23rd

Healthy Seniors Day

Edwardsville, IL – The Edwardsville YMCA is happy to this community event for our active older adults! Healthy Seniors Day is a free community event held on Wednesday, October 23rd…

Time: 10 AM – 12 PM

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Thursday, October 10th

Witches Night Out

Columbia, IL – 🎃🧙‍♀️✨ Get your brooms ready! Don’t forget to join us for an enchanting evening at Witches Night Out on October 10th from 5 pm to 9 pm. Let’s cast some spells, stir some potions, and celebrate the magic of the season on Historic Main Street. Mark your calendars – this is one bewitching bash you won’t want to miss! More details coming soon!! ✨🧙‍♀️ 🎃

Time: 5 PM

Edwardsville Unity – Member Meeting

Edwardsville, IL – Are you looking to get involved in Edwardsville Unity? Now’s your chance! Meeting in the small conference room downstairs or, if the weather is nice, we’ll meet outside.

Time: 7 AM

Boo To The Flu Event

Belleville, IL – Boo To The Flu Event is October 10th from 4 pm to 7 pm

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

HORUS HERESY

O’Fallon, IL – Join us every week for Warhammer HORUS HERESY in the game room! Bring your Horus Heresy forces and battle it out for the fate of mankind in Space Marine versus Space Marine battles!

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

Friday, October 11th

Sound Bath at Rise Yoga

Freeburg, IL – Immerse yourself in a serene sound bath experience with Jake from Kodiak Hollow at Rise Yoga in Freeburg. Let the harmonious vibrations wash over you, melting away stress and tension, and leaving you feeling deeply relaxed and rejuvenated. This one-hour session is a perfect way to unwind and find your inner calm…

Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Etc. Event Planning Presents: Open Mic Night

Fairview Heights, IL – Local poets, singers, musicians, comedians, and story-tellers alike, are welcome to let their creativity shine at this 2nd Fri Open Mic, hosted at Cafe Biz, by Etc. Event Planning & Marketing LLC. Guests will enjoy soulful food by What’s in the Pot Homemade Foods, and tasty coffee and teas whipped up by Coffee Saint Louis.

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Friday Night Magic: Commander – Weekly @ IGC

Fairview Heights, IL – Bring a friend or come solo and play some free open play games at Impact Gaming Center! We might even give out a few packs or promos!

Time: 6 PM – 11:59 PM

Family Movie Night #3 – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

O’Fallon, IL – Join us for our third and final Family Movie Night of 2024! Bring your own blankets and snacks for this free evening of fun for the whole family!

Time: 5:30 PM

Pot Painting

O’Fallon, IL – Join us on Thursday, October 10th and paint some fun, seasonal pots! We will have two different sizes to choose from, so pick what works best for your plants at home!

Time: 6:30 PM

Saturday, October 12th

PumpkinFest 5K

Waterloo, IL – Join us for the annual Pumpkin Fest 5K race! 5k begins at 7:30 with the fun run to follow at 9am

Time: 7:30 AM

4th Annual Steve Krausz Classic Gold Tournament

Freeburg, IL – Let us know if you will be able to have a team in the 4th Annual Steve Krausz Classic to help raise money for cancer funding and local families/events fighting cancer!..

Time: 8 AM

Restorative Yoga

Fairview Heights, IL – Registration Required. Register with Engaged Patrons…

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Isolated Wetlands, How Do Fish Arrive and What Do They Do When They Show Up

Waterloo, IL – In June 2023, Clemson University PhD student, Josh Holbrook, two undergraduate students and Jeremy Schumacher (from Ozark Koala Ecosystem Services) conducted trapping surveys at 8 ponds at Paul Wightman Subterranean Nature Preserve…

Time: 1 PM – 3 PM

Meet the Maker with Sole Survivor Leather

Swansea, IL – Join us for our FIRST EVER Meet the Maker event with Sole Survivor Leather! You may remember that Sole Survivor, now in Maplewood, MO, was formerly located in Downtown Belleville…

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Sunday, October 13th

OTHS Baseball 23rd Golf Scramble

Fairview Heights, IL – Fundraising Golf Tournament for OTHS Baseball

Time: 8:30 AM

cEDH Sunday Showdown @ IGC

Fairview Heights, IL – cEDH Sunday tournament at Impact Gaming Center!!

Time: 1 PM – 6 PM

ADVENTURE RIDE & PICNIC

Edwardsville, IL – Event by MidCounty Composite Flow

Time: 8 AM

LGBTea – Celebrate National Coming Out Day!

Edwardsville, IL – Come join EPICenter for our monthly social event! For this LBGTea we will be celebrating National Coming Out Day, which occurs on October 11. Come out, be Queer and present in public!

Time: 12 PM – 2 PM

Monday, October 14th

Columbus Day Escape Moves Camp

O’Fallon, IL – Columbus Day Pop Up Camp

Time: 9 AM – 11 AM

School’s Out Movie Matinee

Edwardsville, IL – Spend your day off from school enjoying a movie & free popcorn at the library! Children under 5 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Time: 1 PM

Tuesday, October 15th

Rock n Roll Bingo

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Spooky Doormat Workshop

O’Fallon, IL – Okay, not just SPOOKY, but all seasons! Come join us on Thursday, September 26th at 6:30pm for this workshop where you can choose one of many doormat designs to paint. All materials will be provided for you to paint your own doormat to welcome people to your home!

Time: 6:30 PM – 8 PM

Wednesday, October 16th

Sound + Ground

Waterloo, IL – Experience deep relaxation and grounding at our weekly **Sound and Ground** class, where soothing sound healing meets the calming embrace of weighted blankets…

Time: 7:15 PM – 8 PM

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Glen Carbon, IL – Join us for our grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony! We’ll have door prizes, a tour, and a chance to meet our amazing team. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 11 A.M. and we’ll wrap up at 5 P.M

Time:  9AM

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Thursday, October 3rd

PIZZA, WINGS & SALAD MEET & GREET

Smithton, IL – Let’s gather on a WEEKDAY!! Meet some new faces! Bring your ideas 💡 for possible trips and future meet & greets! Please RSVP. It’s also TNF.

Time: 5 PM

Dine to Donate – Red Robin

Fairview Heights, IL – Mark Thursday, Oct. 3 on your calendar — lunch or dinner is taken care of! Dine at Red Robin in Fairview Heights and 20% of your food sales goes back to OTHS bands!…

Time: 11 AM – 10 PM

Columbia Community Market

Columbia, IL – Join us every Thursday from 4-7 PM for our weekly market in the Turner Hall parking lot. Shop a variety of local vendors offering fresh produce, flowers, plants, mushrooms, eggs, delicious Mexican dinner, sweet treats, and unique laser-engraved gifts…

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Pumpkin Painting & Cocktail Sipping Night on the Farm

Belleville, IL – Looking for a unique night out? A night out with the girls? Date night with your loved one? Or maybe you just want to enjoy the farm during the fall. Join us for an extra-special, evening tractor ride throughout our Belleville Farm while you sip our refreshing hard ciders…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Friday, October 4th

Star Wars Unlimited: DRAFT night

Fairview Heights, IL – Draft: $20 entry. All players will receive 3 packs to draft with. First, you open your 3 packs and pull all 3 Leaders out. Choose 1 leader to keep, and pass the other 2 to the player to your right.

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Columbia Fundraiser Trivia Night at Turner Hall

Columbia, IL – WrestleMax Presents A NIGHT OF TRIVIA -Proceeds to benefit the families affected by the tragedy on September 1st…

Time: 6 PM

October Freezer Bag Friday at Three Tails

Columbia, IL – Don’t miss out on our Freezer Bag Friday, happening the first Friday of every month! Bring in your Freezer Bag Friday Tote and enjoy 15% off when you purchase 2 or more frozen items. 🐾 It’s the perfect time to stock up on frozen pet foods, toppers, hydrators, treats, and more!

Time: 8 AM – 5:30 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…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

GRAND OPENING: 20 RIBEYES $40 + HUGE TRUCKLOAD MEAT SALE…

Belleville, IL – BELLEVILLE, IL! 🚨 FRIDAY! SATURDAY! SUNDAY! 🥩 20 RIBEYES $40 is coming! 🥩 Sizzling September Savings! Huge Truckload Meat Sale! LOBSTER! T-BONES! RIBEYES! SHRIMP

Time: 10 AM – 7 PM

Saturday, October 5th

St. Louis Comic Con

Belleville, IL – The St. Louis Comic Con returns! Now even larger, with more artists, more vendors, more creators, more guests, more events, more everything! Putting the “comic” back in comic con, come see the largest show in the St. Louis area that’s truely devoted to comic books and the comic industry!

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

Metro East Pride Fest 2024

Belleville, IL – Hello to all the MEPSI supporters! It is official, we are all set for the Metro East Pride Festival that will be held on October 5th, 2024. We are excited to announce that this year’s festival will be along West Main Street from Club Escapade all the way up to (AND INCLUDING!!) the Fountain area…

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Demo’s Fall Festival

Belleville, IL – IT’S FALL Y’ALL! Come enjoy live music by Jay Hollinger Music Guy, enter into our in person pumpkin carving contest, or enjoy a s’more, hot dog, or some chili by our fire pit! Drink specials all night!

Time: 5 PM

18th Annual Scrivner Foundation Benefit Golf Tournament

Belleville, IL – Proceeds from the Scrivner Foundation Golf Tournament support Healthy Moms & babies, as well as helps to fund student scholarship opportunities. The Scrivner Foundation has been serving St. Clair county since 1996 and is a registered 501 (c) 3 organization…

Time: 12 PM

Fall Festival

Columbia, IL – Bring the family out to a free fall festival. Enjoy going through a corn maze, hayride, crafts for the kids, chili and hotdogs, make a smore by a bonfire pit and more.

Time: 4 PM

Autumn Sidewalk Sale!

Edwardsville, IL – Join us for the annual Autumn Sidewalk Sale where we’ll be offering hundreds of used books for $1 or less!!
🍁📚🍂

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

Sunday, October 6th

Fall Market at The Weingarten

Belleville, IL – Mark your calendars because on October 6th we will have a day full of live music from Jonathan Baker, food trucks, yard games, and local vendors here at The Weingarten!

Time: 1 PM

Fall Festival Potluck

Belleville, IL – One church service at 10:00 a.m. for all of our Union UMC and Journey families and friends with the potluck following the service. There will be a basket raffle to benefit our Youth Mission Trip. Sign-up sheets for the potluck are posted in the Welcome Center at Union. If you would like to donate a basket, please contact Jan Wiggs at [email protected]

Time: 11:15 AM

Legacy Equestrian Mini Event

Columbia, IL – Come and enjoy the first official event at Legacy Equestrian. The competition is Sunday October 6th. We are offering schooling in the XC on Saturday October 5th. If you are looking to rent a stall please reach out to Carrie at 314-681-4803 or Denise at 314-630-9490, stalls are limited…

Time: 8 AM

Avery & Aubrey’s Way Charitable Fundraiser

Fairview Heights, IL – Join us for a charitable fundraiser with Park Lane Jewelry. Enjoy refreshments, shop, and mingle with other shoppers while supporting a non-profit organization. You’ll also get to view our new space!

Time: 3 PM

Stridin’ & Survivin’ Shop the Town Pink Sip & Shop

Edwardsville, IL – Come shop with our vendors and crafters. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping. Free admission and parking. Hourly attendance prizes. Two special drawings for purchasing guests…

Time: 1 PM – 5 PM

Stand Up @ Sneaky’s Feat. Fiona Cauley

Edwardsville, IL – For Sneaky’s next stand up event we are lucky enough to welcome Fiona Cauley to the stage! Her comedy gives us a window into the world of a disabled female comic. She can be found in comedy clubs in Nashville, the world-famous Comedy Mothership in Austin…

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Monday, October 7th

PINT NIGHTS **&Days** every Monday & Tuesday @ Silver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – Get ready for some sizzling deals every Monday & Tuesday Night at PINT NIGHTS (&DAYS). Enjoy hot specials on Ice Cold Pints with $3 Domestic Drafts & $4.50 Craft Draft Pints @ Silver Creek Sports & Social…

Time: 11 AM – 11:45 PM

Estate Buying Event- Waterloo

Waterloo, IL – Get CA$H for your unwanted treasures! NEW: Receive an extra 20% on your check when you purchase in store that day!

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

Ladies Lunch Bunch

Fairview Heights, IL – Event by Shiloh Church

Time: 11:30 AM

Tuesday, October 8th

Rope Basket Class

Columbia, IL – These lovely and useful rope baskets will warm up any home. They make great quick and easy gifts great for the holidays or housewarming. Wrap the rope with beautiful batiks to match any décor. You will learn several different options for finishing and baskets may be made larger or smaller once the techniques are learned…

Time: 9 AM – 12 PM

October Art Club: Acrylic Adventure!

Belleville, IL – Event by 1020 Artworks Studio

Time: 4:30 PM – 6 PM

Special Olympics Bowling Practice

Scott Air Force Base, IL – Our Special Olympics Bowling Practice begins at 1630 at the States and Strikes Bowling Center. There’ll be a brief parent meeting during bowling.

Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Wednesday, October 9th

Silos 2nd Annual Witches Wednesday

Waterloo, IL – Join us for the Silos 2nd Annual Witches Wednesday! ��� This spooky celebration will feature a variety of witch-themed cocktails, & a costume contest. Come dressed in your best witch attire and get ready for a night of magic and fun!

Time: 5 PM – 11 PM

Copper (Happy) Hour at Copper Fire! 

Belleville, IL – 📢 Happy Hour Alert! Ready to unwind with some awesome drink specials? 🥳

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

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Thursday, September 26th

Cranberry Orange Lotus

Columbia, IL – You all ask, we’re bringing it back as a pop up! Come grab a cranberry orange lotus, any size. While supplies last!

Time: Sep 26 to Sep 29, 7 AM to 5 PM

Seniors Club (55+ yrs)

Columbia, IL – The American Legion and the Columbia public library are proud to announce that we are joining forces to host our weekly senior club!

Time: 11 AM – 11 PM

Sunset Yoga on the Square

Belleville, IL – Belleville Health and Sports Center & yoga instructor Stacy Hudson are bringing you Sunset Yoga on the Square in downtown Belleville, IL on September 26 completely for FREE! This will be an outdoor class at 23 Public Square, across from the fountain. (NE Corner near where Santa’s House is typically located)

Time: 6:45 PM

Friday, September 27th

New Town Throwdown Official Blind Draw

Columbia, IL – The New Town Throwdown is flat-out special, and we are so proud to be a part of it! Daddin & Baggin presents this official New Town Throwdown Blind Draw…

Time: 6 PM

Kelli Johnson, Jodd Tilghman (Voice winner) and SJ McDonald!

Belleville, IL – Event by VENUE on Main, SJ McDonald and 2 others

Time: 7 PM

Stacey Cooper Foundation Third Annual Golf Tournament

Waterloo, IL – The Stacey Cooper Foundation will host its annual golf tournament on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Mystic Oaks Golf Course in Waterloo, Illinois. If you would like to play in this event, please click on the link to sign up…

Time: 8 AM

Sacred Rest: An Evening of Coming Home

Smithton, IL – 🌿 Sacred Rest: An Evening of Coming Home is a deeply restorative experience designed to guide you back to your inner sanctuary. This unique event blends the soothing practices of breathwork, somatic yin yoga, Yoga Nidra, and sound therapy, creating a serene space where you can truly unwind and reconnect with yourself…

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Charity Golf Outing

Fairview Heights, IL – Gemma Renewable Power is sponsoring a charity golf tournament to benefit Leaps of Love.

Time: 8:30 AM

R&N @ Danny’s Irish Pub & Banquet Center

Belleville, IL -Event by Rogers & Nienhaus Danny’s Irish Pub and Banquet Center

Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Saturday, September 28th

Cheers to Six Years— Customer Appreciation Event!

Columbia, IL – Event by The Art of Beauty, Aesthetics Boutique

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

LIVE MUSIC: Noah Mesey

Columbia, IL – ALWAYS a hit when he comes to town! Coming from Southern Missouri to rock out on the patio (Weather permitting). From the hits, the slow stuff, the dancing music, your requests and a great time assured, we will see you here!

Time: 7 PM – 11 PM

ALL HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES OF 1997 45th BIRTHDAY PARTY

Belleville, IL – **UPDATE** This is now a free event but you must RSVP to attend. Space is very limited. NO WALK INS ALLOWED. (All ticket purchases have been refunded.) ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES OF 1997!!! LET’S PARTY!!

Time: 7 PM – 11 PM

Parish Picnic

Belleville, IL – Mass at 4PM. All-you-can-eat Chicken Dinner in Kuhl Hall from 3-6:30PM followed by Quilt and Cash Bingo at 7PM. Fun for the entire family with games, inflatables, raffles and more food and drinks outside until 10PM. Enjoy music by the group Sailing featuring Scott Marlin.

Time: 4 PM – 10 PM

2024 Belleville Main Street Marathon and Half Marathon

Belleville, IL – RUN AMERICA’S LONGEST MAIN STREET!!! Join us on September 28, 2024, in historic Belleville, IL (about 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis, MO) for our full and half marathons that are great for both novice and seasoned runners and feature an affordable registration fee, ENTHUSIASTIC volunteers/course support, ample hydration stations…

Time: 7 AM

Kids – FREE Treat At the Farmers Market

Waterloo, IL – Each kid gets a FREE mini treat 🧁 (cupcake/muffin – haven’t decided yet) for Hyuliya’s birthday 🎉 🥳 (while supply lasts). I plan to make a lot. Spread the word and stop by the Monroe County Farmer’s Market in Waterloo IL. I want to see many happy faces

Time: 7:30 AM – 12 PM

Sunday, September 29th

Resin Charcuterie Board -OR- Coaster DIY

Columbia, IL – Charcuterie Board: In this class you will get to paint a 17in charcuterie board with resin in the colors of your choice. I will teach you how to prep the boards, mix the resin and paint it…

Time: 1 PM – 3 PM

Live Music: Zydeco Crawdaddys

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. 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: 1 PM – 4 PM

Ethan Jones

Waterloo, IL –
Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 3 PM – 6 PM

Sound Bath by Jessica Rule

Waterloo, IL – A sound bath is a meditative experience where participants are immersed in sound waves produced by various instruments like gongs, singing bowls, tounge drum, chimes, ocean drum, and hand drum. These soothing tones are played in a harmonious and often resonant manner, promoting relaxation.

Time: 6 PM 7 PM

Fall Chef’s Table Tasting

O’Fallon, IL – Over the next week you will see some fall items hitting our existing menu as specials. Before the menu drops entirely, we would like to invite you to a chef’s table tasting featuring some of our favorite fall menu dishes. We are also unveiling our new extended outdoor patio at this event.

Time: 6 PM

Boutique Runway

O’Fallon, IL – We want women to have diversity and to feel good. Whether you need something for a special occasion, or just to go to the pumpkin patch. We are looking for models who want to represent this…

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

Monday, September 30th

PINT NIGHTS 

Belleville, IL – Event by Silver Creek Sports & Social – Belleville Illinois

Time: 11 AM – 11:45 PM

Spiritual Sisterhood Circle

O’Fallon, IL – This is a new group offering, for individuals who seek to fully embrace their feminine energy, willing to lean into receiving support as well as offering support to their spiritual sisters. In this group, we will explore compassion, self-care, inner wisdom, nurturing, and topics around personal development, inspiration, and empowerment…

Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Tuesday, October 1st

Cozy Knit Blanket DIY

Columbia, IL – Join us for a DIY workshop featuring COZY Knit Blankets! In this event, we will guide you through the steps of the hand knitting process to create a super soft blanket. Knit one for yourself or give one as a gift! The blanket requires no needles or knitting experience..

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Jazz at Geo’s

Belleville, IL – Event by The Philosophers. Join us for music , food and libations!

Time: 7 PM – 9:30 PM

Wednesday, October 2nd

TS – Fall Wednesday Play Offs

Columbia, IL – League Play Off Night! Bags Fly at 7pm.

Time: 6:15 PM

Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Divisional (NO TAD/TAFC)

Madison, IL – Event by NHRA North Central Division 3

Time: 6 AM – 4 PM

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Thursday, September 19th

Roscoe Lite Trio at Chateau La Vin

Columbia, IL – Rob, Greg and Eric are bringing the trio version of the band to this awesome venue right across the River in Columbia, Illinois for an early Thursday night show! Join us as you prep for your weekend!

Time: 6:30 – 9:30 PM

Quantum Homes Grand Opening

Waterloo, IL – Join us for the Grand Opening of Quantum Homes’ New Display Model, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐤𝐨𝐭𝐚!…

Time: Sep 19 to 22, 12 PM – 4 PM

Mosaic Glass Lamp DIY Workshop

Columbia, IL – Join us for a DIY workshop featuring MOSAIC LAMPS!

Time: 6 PM

Friday, September 20th

International Gem & Jewelry Show

Collinsville, IL – …Forget retail, shop directly from designers, wholesalers and manufacturers for the largest selection at the lowest prices! Shop from rows and rows of quality jewelry, gemstone, bead, jewelry supply and accessory dealers in a unique marketplace setting…

Time:  12 PM – 6 PM

43rd Annual Belleville Oktoberfest

Belleville, IL – German Heritage Family-friendly Event! Live music on 3 stages, authentic German + other Food vendors, numerous beverage options & Children’s area, Car Show & Corn Hole Tournament on Saturday! Please visit Bellevilleoktoberfest.com for all the details!

Time: Sep 20 to 21, 11 AM – 9 PM

Family Fun Night

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

Toxis Johnny @ Old Herald

Collinsville, IL – Kicking off Italian Fest weekend in Collinsville!!

Time: 6 PM

WB Family Movie Night

Swansea, IL – Join us Friday, September 20th, 2024 @ Wolf Branch Middle School FIELD to enjoy a viewing of The Garfield Movie! This is a family event, all students must be accompanied by an parent or guardian! Bring your lawn chair, blankets, anything comfy!!

Time: 6:15 PM – 9:15 PM

Whiteside Elementary Family Campout

Belleville, IL – Event by Whiteside School PTC

Time: 4:30 PM – 9 AM

Saturday, September 21st

End of Summer Hawaiian Luau

Columbia, IL – Whole Pig Roast to end the Summer

Time: 5 PM

Charity Push-Pull Meet

Swansea, IL – Join us for our annual Charity Push Pull on Sept 21st! All proceeds will benefit Violence Prevention Center in Belleville!..

Time: 9 AM

Annual Fishing Derby

Columbia, IL – Free fishing derby for kids, Pre-K to 6th grade.

Time: 9 AM

BBQ FOR RESCUE: PORK FOR PAWS!

Swansea, IL – Thank you Belleville/Swansea Moose Lodge #1221 for hosting Pork for Paws! Event sponsors also include Muttley & Me Pet Boutique, B & D Meats, and Rotary Club of Swansea…

Time: 2 PM – 8 PM

Yappy Hour

Shiloh, IL – FREE event · family friendly · dogs invited! Attendance Prizes – donated by Furchild!

Time: 12 PM

Missouri Caves Tour

Scott Air Force Base, IL – Missouri is known as the Cave State, come see why with Outdoor Recreation on Sept. 21. Explore the caves of Onondaga Cave State Park with guided tours of Onondaga Cave, a National Natural Landmark, and Cathedral Cave. Be prepared to walk up to 3 miles, including the trails to the caves.

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

Sunday, September 22nd

Empowered Self-Care: workshop mini retreat

O’Fallon, IL – Would you like to feel more connected to your Body, your highest Truth, and your authentic Feminine self?

Time: 1 PM – 4:30 PM

R&N @ Silver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – Event by Rogers & Nienhaus

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Hike n Yoga

Fairview Heights, IL – Free Hike and Yoga! Join us – enjoy nature and yoga Bring your own mat (I do have extra to borrow) Hope to see you there

Time: 9 AM

Brian McKelvey at Schorr Lake Vineyard and Winery

Waterloo, IL – Enjoy some timeless music on the patio, with friends and your favorite bottle of Schorr Lake Vineyards wine!

Time: 2 PM

Monday, September 23rdth

PINT NIGHTS & Days

Belleville, IL – Get ready for some sizzling deals every Monday & Tuesday Night at PINT NIGHTS (&DAYS). Enjoy hot specials on Ice Cold Pints with $3 Domestic Drafts & $4.50 Craft Draft Pints @ Silver Creek Sports & Social.

Time: 11 AM – 11:45 PM

GriefShare Group

Fairview Heights, IL – A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Throughout this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect and what is “normal” in grief and gain solid support every step of the way.

Time: 6:30 PM – 8 PM

Tuesday, September 24th

Litle Explorers Sensory Playgroup

Fairview Heights, IL – Babies and toddlers are invited to explore sensory play and socialization.
Explorers, ages 0 – 4 years, and their caregivers are welcome! No Registration Needed.

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Paws to Read

Fairview Heights, IL – Sign your child up for 15 minutes to read with a therapy dog – they don’t judge!
Registration Required. Register is now open on Engaged Patrons

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM

Wednesday, September 25th

SIBR Annual Membership Meeting

Fairview Heights, IL – Mark your calendars for September 25th to celebrate the new leadership that will steer us into another year of growth and innovation. We can’t wait to see you there!…

Time: 11 AM