Join us for a FREE concert inside 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.
Don't miss Glen Phillips (of Toad the Wet Sprocket) in his 2025 tour of his new record “There Is So Much Here” along with special guest Madeline Hawthorne. Glen Phillips, the voice and heart of Toad the Wet Sprocket, performs a special solo performance that dives deep into his musical journey. From the introspective folk/pop […]
Got skillz? Come out and have some fun! Must be 21+ to race. Round prizes and Top 2 Race for gift cards! Register in person day of before 6:45. First race starts at 7p!
Get ready for a night of high-energy country music as Nashville Recording Artist Midwest Avenue takes the stage at Copper Fire. Enjoy their fiddle blazin’, bass beatin’, and banjo string raisin’ performance, guaranteed to make it a memorable evening. Don’t miss this electrifying show—bring your friends and enjoy great music, food, and drinks!
Get ready to roll under the neon lights and embrace the nostalgia of your favorite emo anthems. We're turning the rink into a scene straight out of your teenage dreams. Wear your black eyeliner, band tees, and bring your best “emo vibes” for a night you won’t forget.
Hop on down the bunny trail and fill your basket with exciting activities at Eckert’s Annual Egg Hunt! Enjoy a day full of fun, including a petting zoo, a tractor ride around the farm, a chance to plant a seed to take home, decorate your own cookie, visit the duck pond, receive a special gift […]
Come to downtown Belleville's Main Street to try your luck or skill at a Putt Crawl at some of your favorite bars and restaurants. There will be be attendance prizes, awards for the best golf outfit, 50/50 drawings, and more! Check in and awards at Tavern on Main.
Join us for a Mass of Thanksgiving, potluck and speaker, to close out our Spring 2025 campaign for life! Sign-up today!
Get Ready to Hop, Sip, and Savor with BrewHop STL! Calling all beer enthusiasts! Join us for an unforgettable craft beer adventure on April 4th at 5:00 PM as we […]
Coin Show This Sunday Metro East Coin & Currency Club (MECCC) Sunday April 6, 2025 9am-3pm American Legion Post 365 1022 Vandalia Street (Route 159) Collinsville, IL 62234 Free Admission […]
Collinsville Faith in Action (CFiA) invites you to gather with friends and family for a traditional Sunday Family Chicken Dinner on Sunday, April 6, 2025, between 11 a.m. and […]
Join SMRLD to celebrate National Library Week with a screening of a new PBS documentary, "Free for All." The film explores how public libraries shaped this country and continue to […]
JOIN US FOR OUR RIBBON CUTTING! You're invited to kick off the weekend early with us for our ribbon cutting ceremony where we make our Grand Opening official with the Edwardsville […]
The Dave Mendoza Band performs the Southern Rock Show at Copperfire Friday April 11, 2025. Show starts at 8:00 pm
Shotgun Creek Band brings their high-energy country sound to Danny’s Irish Pub for a night of live music and good times. Come early, grab a drink, and enjoy a great […]
Hop on down the bunny trail and fill your basket with exciting activities at Eckert’s Annual Egg Hunt! Enjoy a day full of fun, including a petting zoo, a tractor ride around the farm, a chance to plant a seed to take home, decorate your own cookie, visit the duck pond, receive a special gift […]
Join us Saturday, April 12th for the 3rd annual Belleville Main Street Kid’s Day as we celebrate our community’s youngest residents & visitors! Enjoy free activities hosted by our Main […]
Grab your baskets and join us for our annual Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 at the Scott Event Center! Celebrate Easter with an Egg Hunt, Prizes, the Easter […]
The Pentecostals of Troy Easter Egg Hunt will be held on April 12 at 11 AM. Free family-friendly event for ages 11 and under. Age specific egg hunts, prizes, candy, […]
Join us for an Egg-straordinary Evening of Grown-Up Easter Fun during our Second Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt! Tap into your inner child at our exclusive Adult Easter Egg Hunt! Get ready for an evening filled with laughter, surprises, and a touch of nostalgia as we transform the traditional Easter egg hunt into a playful […]
Hop on down the bunny trail and fill your basket with exciting activities at Eckert’s Annual Egg Hunt! Enjoy a day full of fun, including a petting zoo, a tractor ride around the farm, a chance to plant a seed to take home, decorate your own cookie, visit the duck pond, receive a special gift […]
DYLAN WOLFE is BACK at Copper Fire! Introducing Beau Tatum 📅 Friday, April 18, 2025 📍 Copper Fire | Belleville, IL We love Dylan. Belleville loves Dylan. The WORLD loves […]
Hop on over and join us for an egg-citing day packed with fun for the entire family! Enjoy Easter crafts, face painting, games, candy, and plenty of eggs
Saturday, April 19th, 2025 Grizzlies Ballpark Gates Open at 8:30am---event runs 9-11:30 AM In-Advance-Tickets $10 for kids Day-of-Tickets $15 for kids Parents are free. Ticket includes: Meet Izzy and the […]
Join Us for the New Baden Spring Farmers Market! Mark your calendars for April 19th, from 9 AM to 1 PM, as the New Baden Civic Center transforms into a […]
JOIN US FOR OUR 420 CELEBRATION! Be one of the first 100 customers on 4/20 at 8AM to receive a golden Easter egg where everybody wins! 1000 Prizes to win […]
The American Legion Post 1026 will host their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, 2025. A collection of items will be taken for the VA Hospitals and local […]
VICKI PETERSON & JOHN COWSILL BIOGRAPHY Vicki Peterson of The Bangles (whose work includes #1 hit “Walk Like An Egyptian and several other Top 10 songs, such as Eternal Flame […]
Village of Maryville - 2025 Spring City/Village Wide Garage Sales The Village of Maryville is hosting its Spring City/Village Wide Garage Sales on April 25 & 26 from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Don’t miss out on great deals and unique finds throughout the community. To register your address: To view the interactive map: For […]
Kelli Johnson Born and raised in North Alabama , Kelli Johnson was steeped in a diverse range of influences, from Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, Motown, to Rock and Pop. Her rootsy […]
Join us for a night of great food, music, and fun as Rogers & Nienhaus take the stage at Danny’s Irish Pub and Banquet Center! Enjoy a lively atmosphere with […]
Kick off your weekend at Copper Fire with a high-energy performance by Harmony Gritz. Enjoy an action-packed Friday night filled with great food, drinks, and lively music.
Belleville Police’s 2nd Annual Touch-A-Truck event will be Saturday, April 26th, from 11am to 3pm! Mark your calendar for this one! This year, we will be co-hosting with Cities in Harmony, at 2300 West Main St. at the Southwestern Illinois Justice and Workforce Development Campus (formerly Lindenwood) where more parking will be available and food […]
We salute the creativity of our community members... from those with a love of Home Brewing Beer to those with a love of Music. Once again, Belleville Main Street is hosting the annual Homebrew and Music Walk to celebrate both! Join us on Saturday, April 26 from 3:00-7:00 pm, ticket holders will be able to […]
3RD ANNUAL GEORGE PORTZ MEMORIAL FIDDLE CONTEST & BLUEGRASS SHOW! Saturday, April 26, 2025 Klucker Hall, 14 Park Dr., Shiloh, IL Doors Open at 5 PM Enjoy a night of incredible fiddling, lively bluegrass music, and a special tribute to the legendary George Portz! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT – 50% OFF!Purchase your tickets online before April […]
We may be competitors on the field of play, but this Sunday, we are ONE. Join us as we come together in unity to protect the heart, spirit, and traditions of our schools — our mascots. This is bigger than the game. It's about identity, pride, and history. Sunday, April 27 Collinsville, IL (Kahok Stadium) […]
Join us every Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. for gentle yoga in the bookstore's book-filled, neoclassical space. We have partnered with Yoga on Main to offer this wonderful way to start the day! This community event takes place at the bookstore. Save your spot on yogaonwestmain.com link. Bring your own mat or borrow ours. Stay […]
Village of St. Jacob - 2025 Spring City/Village Wide Garage Sales The Village of St. Jacob is hosting its Spring City/Village Wide Garage Sales from May 1 - 3, 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Explore sales throughout the community and find great bargains. To register your address: To view the interactive map: For more information, […]
Shop, savor, and have some fun on each First Thursday of the month in Uptown Collinsville! Take advantage of restaurant specials, enjoy late night shopping, sales, pop-ups, tastings, product debuts, and live entertainment from 6 PM - 8 PM! Participating businesses include Lou Belle And Bing, Old Herald Brewery & Distillery, Miles Market, Cane's, Lucky […]
Cheers returns to TR’s Place for a night of live music beginning at 8:30 PM. Come out for a great evening of entertainment and fun!
Get ready for another wealth of health evening at the Multicare Market. Come support local farmers and artisans in this community event. We are bringing the best to you! Date: May 2, 2025 Time: 4pm-7pm Location: 3986 Maryville Rd, Granite City, IL 62040 Bring your family, friends, and appetite! Don’t miss out on an unforgettable […]
Join the City of Troy First Fridays for shopping, market fun, and food & drink specials! Shop from local shops and artisan vendors, grab eats from food trucks, and catch live music each night! 2025 Music Schedule: 5/2 Mike Sonderegger 6/6 Shotgun Creek 8/1 Lanny & Julie 9/5 The Dude Abides
🎪 Hey boy moms! Join us for our MOTHER & SONS CELEBRATION on May 2nd! We're going to have a great time UNDER THE BIG TOP! 🥳 Register now, spots are limited! 👉 http://apm.activecommunities.com/bellevilleparksnrec/Activity_Search/2479
The St. Clair County Health Department is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day to help Illinois residents dispose of unwanted hazardous materials safely. This event is FREE for Illinois residents. Key Details: Appointments are required: Sign up here: https://loom.ly/Mz88-EY Drive-up only: No walk-ins permitted Staff will unload the waste items directly from your vehicle […]
Come out for a morning of fitness and fun at Belleville's oldest 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 3. This family friendly event also includes a 1K Youth Run and 300 M Toddler Trot. Race registration includes a race shirt (guaranteed if registered by April 19), awards ceremony, bounce house for kids, and a great post-race […]
Come to Downtown Belleville on May 3rd to shop, eat, and drink during the Strawberry Festival! Enjoy a variety of strawberry-themed foods, drinks, candy, treats, clothing, jewelry, and more from local restaurants, cafes, pubs, and shops. Visit Integrity Tattoos for a cute tiny strawberry tattoo. It’s going to be a berry good time—shop local and […]
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