Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas!
Thursday, November 30th
Gentle Flow & Restore – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville
Belleville, IL – This NEW class format is a 90-minute class. This class combines gentle flow (vinyasa) yoga with an extended restorative portion of the class. The best of a vinyasa yoga class and a Restorative yoga class together. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Wonderlights Christmas – World Wide Technology Raceway
Madison, IL – Join us for the 2023 season of WonderLight’s Christmas at World Wide Technology Raceway! This dazzling display of Christmas lights is synchronized to traditional and newer, rocking music, played through your car stereo. Come see shooting stars, floating snowflakes, dancing candy canes and lollipops, giant Christmas trees, and (a crowd favorite) enchanting tunnels of lights! USE CODE “PAWLIDAY10” for $10 off tickets for ANY November date and $5 of your purchase will go back to MEHS! For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday, December 1st
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, IL – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Happy Holidays First Friday – Scott Event Center
Scott Air Force Base, IL – Join us for a festive Happy Holidays First Friday on Dec. 1 at Zeppelins! Kick-off the holiday season with a night of wintry fun filled with delicious food, drink specials and maybe a visit from you know who! Come spread some joy and cheer!
Start Time: 3:30 PM
Lighted Christmas Parade – Downtown Mascoutah
Mascoutah, IL – The Annual Lighted Christmas Parade in downtown Mascoutah is taking place this Friday at 6:30 PM. You don’t want to miss it! Bring family and friends to enjoy the Christmas spirit!
Start Time: 6:30 PM
Saturday, December 2nd
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, IL – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Holiday Party – Gateway Classic Cars
O’Fallon, IL – It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Gateway Classic Cars. Join us at one of our 21 showrooms for our annual Holiday Party benefiting Fire Truck O’ Toys and Toys for Tots. Please join us for the return of this fun holiday get-together. Let us celebrate the season while supporting the amazing work of Fire Truck O’ Toys and Toys for Tots. Gateway Classic Cars will be assisting their mission by collecting new and unwrapped toys for Santa to deliver to local hospitals and families. Food, drinks, and music will be provided (while supplies last). Free admission with a donation or an unwrapped toy. See you there!
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Picture’s with Santa – Green Mount Road Harley-Davidson
O’Fallon, IL – Ol’ St. Nick is coming to Green Mount Road Again! He will be here to say hello before he sets off on Christmas Night! Santa will be set up in the customer lounge, ready to hear all of your Christmas wishes! Be sure to bring the family by for your FREE picture with Santa! See you soon and Merry Christmas!
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Holiday Fest – Armory STL
St. Louis, MO – Get ready to sleigh your holiday shopping at Holiday Fest at the Armory. Join us December 2-3, 11AM-5PM, for a festive market with over 50 vendors and Christmas-themed cocktails that will make your spirits bright. Just in time for the holiday season! This is a free, two-day event! Secure your spot or upgrade to VIP for exclusive discounted cocktails. For tickets, click here.
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
2023 Smithton Winterfest & Lighted Parade – Smithton Senior Center
Smithton, IL – The Winterfest is back at the Smithton Senior Center from 1-4 pm. You will enjoy a visit and get a picture with Santa and his elf, make a few Christmas crafts, and reindeer food, receive a goody bag, and snack on some cookies. We are offering this to the village as a free event and will have limited supplies available for the children. The parade will follow at 5 pm.
Start Time: 1:00 PM
Bright Night Christmas Parade – Historic Main Street
Columbia, IL – Bring the family up to Historic Main Street for a festive evening! Santa Claus makes his grand appearance at this Christmas themed parade of bright lights. Vote for your favorite float by QR code at the Turner Hall Social immediately following the parade. We can’t wait to see you!
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Vannah Leigh and Matt Rudolf – Pete’s Hardstop
Smithton, IL – Vannah Leigh and Matt Rudolf will be playing at Pete’s Hard Stop in Smithton, IL! There will be merch for sale (t-shirts, stickers, CDs). Come out and support your local musicians and your local businesses! I hope to see you all there!
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday, December 3rd
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, IL – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Holiday Fest – Armory STL
St. Louis, MO – Get ready to sleigh your holiday shopping at Holiday Fest at the Armory. Join us December 2-3, 11AM-5PM, for a festive market with over 50 vendors and Christmas-themed cocktails that will make your spirits bright. Just in time for the holiday season! This is a free, two-day event! Secure your spot or upgrade to VIP for exclusive discounted cocktails. For tickets, click here.
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Nutcracker Workshop – Courage & Grace
O’Fallon, IL – Tis the season to be MERRY, JOLLY, and for all things Nutcracker. Please join us to custom create your XXL masterpiece. Once assembled, this amazing project is 5.5 feet tall! For tickets, click here.
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
2nd Annual Lighted Parade – Freeburg Village Park
Freeburg, IL – The Freeburg Chamber of Commerce and the Freeburg Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting the second annual Lighted Parade on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 5:00 p.m., and we would love for you to join us!
Start Time: 5:00 PM
Xtreme Bar Bingo – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms
Belleville, IL – Join us every Sunday for Xtreme Bar Bingo. Free to play. Join us in our NEW! Cider Shed for your chance to win Cash, Prizes, or even the Jackpot. Delicious food & drinks available for purchase from the Cider Shed. May not bring in any outside food or drink.
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday, December 4th
DIY Craft Night – Marco’s Express
Swansea, IL – Join us for another craft night at Marco’s Express! For tickets, click here.
Start Time: 5:30 PM
Xtreme Bar Bingo – Columbia City Saloon
Columbia, IL – Join us every Monday night for Xtreme Bar Bingo! It’s free to play and you must be 21 to play.
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday, December 5th
Strengthen & Stretch – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville
Belleville, IL – This movement class includes balance, strength, and flexibility. We will use body weight, tubes, bands, and/or dumbbells. The class will finish with long slow stretching. For tickets, click here.
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Holiday Paint – Makers on Main Street
Columbia, IL – Here is a chance for you to paint holiday decor. We are so excited for this specialty class! Join us for our fun holiday paint workshop! Paint your design choice. All colors can be customized at the event. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday, December 6th
Stress & Anxiety Release – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville
Belleville, IL – Open to ALL skill levels. No Yoga experience is necessary. A mindful slower-paced class that consists of gentle floor movements, stretches, and meditation. In addition, restorative poses that promote relaxation and calm to a stressed and agitated Nervous System. You will emerge feeling enlightened and rejuvenated. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Christmas Cookie Decorating Class – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms
Belleville, IL – Step into the enchanting world of holiday cheer as we invite you to join our Christmas Cookie Decorating Class. Immerse yourself in the joyous spirit of the season and unleash your creativity as you transform simple sugar cookies into edible masterpieces that capture the magic of Christmas. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Pop Culture Trivia – 1428 Tap Haus
Belleville, IL – Join us every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for Free Bar Trivia courtesy of Chill Trivia Company! Five rounds of trivia covering all things movies, music, television, sports, and much more! No need to reserve a table, just come out with your friends or family and be ready to enjoy great food and drink at 1428 Tap Haus while answering fun questions for gift cards and prizes.
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
