Visitors Guide
Membership MEMBERSHIP Shop SHOP Subscribe SUBSCRIBE
Visitors Guide VISITORS GUIDE Blog BLOG
A Trip for the Whole Family

A Trip for the Whole Family

Visit Downstate Illinois

Downstate Illinois is home to family-friendly attractions that are sure to be fun for everyone. Whether you have a few hours or a few days, everybody will find something fun and exciting to do in our 22 counties.

Find Popeye and his friends on the Popeye Character Trail in Chester, Illinois, or ride the Little Toot Railroad at the Charlie Brown Park in Flora. Stop by Rainbow Ranch to spend some quality time in the petting zoo, or compete in a laser tag tournament at The Edge in Belleville. All of that and more is right here in Downstate Illinois!

Discover even more things to do with the help of our Downstate Illinois kids.

Lakeside Park

 Fairfield, Illinois
Lighted tennis courts, baseball, playground and picnic facilities...more!

Leo French Memorial Park

 Fairfield, Illinois
Olympic size pool, walking trail, fishing, picnic sites, baseball, softball and basketball....more!

Sam Dale Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

 Johnsonville, Illinois
Fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, swimming, 194 acre lake and a concession stand features a snack bar, restaurant ...more!

Southwest Park

 Fairfield, Illinois
Ball diamonds, concession stand...more!

Downstate Illinois Events

Downstate Illinois Events

Explore Our Event Calendar
Whether you’re looking for a festival, marathon or something family-friendly to bring the kids to, Downstate Illinois has something for everyone. The region hosts over 900 events each year, and we pride ourselves on providing the most accurate event information so that you don’t miss a thing.
Travel Ideas

Travel Ideas

Check Out Our Blog
From outdoor recreation and adventure to foodies and family fun, we have the trip ideas to plan the perfect vacation.
Road Trip Itineraries

Road Trip Itineraries

21 Counties made for Road Trips
Downstate Illinois was made for road trips! With the help of our road trip itineraries, you can discover all that our 21 counties have to offer — from family fun to outdoor adventures and shopping sprees. 
Check out our calendar of events!
Motorcycle Swap Meet

Motorcycle Swap Meet

 January 5, 2025 @ 10:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds | Belleville, IL
SICW Wrestling Belle-Clair Exposition Center

SICW Wrestling Belle-Clair Exposition Center

 January 10, 2025 @ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds | Belleville, IL
New Genesis Wrestling presents: Endless Winter

New Genesis Wrestling presents: Endless Winter

January 18, 2025 @ 9:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Leu Civic Center | Mascoutah, IL

View Entire Events Calendar

This Weekend This Month Annual Events Top Picks
FREE Visitors Guide!
Request Your FREE
         Downstate Illinois
     Visitors Guide
        View Online Request Today!