Karaoke Party: Show off your singing skills or just enjoy a fun night out with friends. Host: DJ D-Wreck bringing energy and great vibes. Drink Specials: All-day deals including $3 rail drinks, $4 Crown Apple, $12 beer buckets (5 domestics), and more. Food Options: Gallagher Bro's Pizza available for purchase. Don’t miss the […]
The Exhale Youth Group from Salem UCC in Alhambra, Illinois is hosting their 4th annual Haunted House as a fundraiser for their yearly summer mission trip. This haunted house is completely built and put together by the middle school and high school youth and their families. Join us to see their work and support their […]
Collinsville VFW is hosting their Trunk or Treat Sunday, Oct. 26, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Dress up, get some candy, and have some fun! Want to host a trunk? Reach out to Christina at christina.steuart@yahoo.com
About this event Bust out the banjos, dust off the dobroes, fire up the fiddles... and mark those calendars now, because Grafton, Illinois is where you'll wanna be NOVEMBER 7 - 9, 2025! Make your way across the entire town enjoying contests, specials, food & drinks, and FREE LIVE COUNTRY MUSIC all weekend long! The entire town comes […]
About this event Bust out the banjos, dust off the dobroes, fire up the fiddles... and mark those calendars now, because Grafton, Illinois is where you'll wanna be NOVEMBER 7 - 9, 2025! Make your way across the entire town enjoying contests, specials, food & drinks, and FREE LIVE COUNTRY MUSIC all weekend long! The entire town comes […]
The Route 66 Kickstand Bar & Diner along with the Historic Route 66 Flea Market are hosting our first Chili Cookoff! THIS IS A FREE TO THE PUBLIC EVENT. There is no ticket fee for attending, though each Contestant is allowed to charge what they wish for samples or servings. There will be a number […]
Come celebrate the start of the holiday season in Fairview Heights at our Tree Lighting and Winter Family Festival on November 8 (3 p.m.-7 p.m.)! This free community event is all about bringing our community together for a evening of food trucks, live entertainment, and a variety of festive games and activities for all ages […]
About this event Bust out the banjos, dust off the dobroes, fire up the fiddles... and mark those calendars now, because Grafton, Illinois is where you'll wanna be NOVEMBER 7 - 9, 2025! Make your way across the entire town enjoying contests, specials, food & drinks, and FREE LIVE COUNTRY MUSIC all weekend long! The entire town comes […]
This event is FREE for all ages! There will be over 100 vendors, all bringing their handmade items. You can't miss our coffee truck and kettle corn outside! We have something for everyone! Our local artisans are from communities all over the metro east area. You will find everything from local honey to handmade soaps […]
Hometown Holiday Market – Downtown Troy Saturday, November 29 | 3 PM – 7 PM | Small Business Saturday Kick off the season in true small-town style! Downtown Troy will come alive with festive charm, unique shopping, and cozy holiday cheer. Shop one-of-a-kind gifts & handmade goods Enjoy food & festive drinks Soak up Christmas […]
Take a festive stroll through the historic and charming downtown Grafton district during Grafton's Holiday Treat Trail: A Delicious Day Out. This free event invites participants to explore participating businesses which will be offering unique, homemade or gourmet holiday treats and beverages. Free tickets and tote bags will be available to the first 300 people […]
Bring the family to see the Grafton Winter Lights Parade on December 6 at 5:30 p.m. after spending the day on the Grafton Holiday Treat Trail! The parade will feature local businesses and residents with decorated vehicles and lots of Christmas cheer and will march down Water Street starting at the Hawg Pit! Take a […]
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