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
