Whether you’re looking for live music, a festival, marathon, or something family-friendly to bring the kids to, Downstate Illinois has something for everyone! Each week we highlight a few fun events within southwest, south central and southeast Illinois.  Our 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. For even more events, be sure to visit the Downstate Illinois Calendar of Events page here!

 

 

Wednesday

Farmers Market on the Square

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 @ 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Come out and support your local vendors on the Charleston Square. Baked goods, flowers, produce, jewelry, and more. 

 

Thursday 

Nashville Farmers Market

Nashville Courthouse, Nashville, IL

Thursday, September 22, 2022 @ 7 a.m. - Noon

Spend your Thursday morning strolling through the Nashville Farmers Market from May - November. 

Happy Hour at Hidden Lake Winery

Hidden Lake Winery, Aviston, IL

Thursday, September 22, 2022 @ 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

EVERY Thursday from 5 - 7 p.m. - $7 Cocktails, $5 Craft Drafts, $15 Bucket- 6 Domestic Beers, $5 Small Plates, 15% off Featured Wine of the Week

 

Friday

Hot Air Balloons Over Marine

Marine Village Park, Marine, IL

Friday, September 23, 2022 - Saturday, September 24, 2022 @ Noon - 4 p.m.

Come on out for the annual Hot Air Balloon Over Marine event! There will be a kids area, food/craft vendors, live music, a balloon launch and glow (weather permitting), and more! 

 

Saturday

Kinmundy Log Cabin 45th Annual Fall Festival

Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Sunday, September 25, 2022 @ 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

45th Annual Fall Festival @ Kinmundy Log Cabin Village is right around the corner! Walk through Civil War Era Cabins and check out craft vendors! Live Demonstrations! Lots of new updates to cabins and don’t forget to stop by the General Store.

2022 National Public Lands Day

Carlyle, IL

Saturday, September 24, 2022 @ 8 a.m. - Noon

Join Park Rangers and volunteers as we work together to improve the many recreational amenities Carlyle Lake has to offer! A great opportunity to give back to the community while appreciating the outdoors. 

Tour de Tilden Bike Ride

Tilden City Park, Tilden, IL 

Saturday, September 24, 2022 @ 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Registration begins at 8:00 AM. Choose from a 5,10, 20, or 40 mile route. SAG wagon and food will be available from 8 am until 2 pm. Your $25.00 entry includes a long sleeve t-shirt, lunch, snacks and water on the trail, as well as SAG support. Cost is $30/day of ride. All rides begin and end at the Tilden Village Park, where there are restroom facilities. All participants are required to check in when returning from ride. Tour de Tilden will be held rain or shine. No refunds. This ride supports the Tilden Scholarship Fund.

Olney Fall Festival

Olney City Park, Olney, IL

Saturday, September 24, 2022 @ 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Artists, entertainment, crafts, food, and much more! 

Harvest Frolic 2022 

Lincoln Log Cabin, Lerna, IL

Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Sunday, September 25, 2022 @ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Come celebrate the arrival of autumn at the Harvest Frolic on Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Don't miss experiencing 19th-century life on the farm!

Wine & Ale with Abe Streetfest

Charters Patio, Vandalia, IL

Saturday, September 24, 2022 @ Noon - 8 p.m.

Join us for the 5th Annual Wine & Ale with Abe Streetfest. Located in Downtown Vandalia & Charters Patio!

 

Sunday

Brunch with Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar

Hidden Lake Winery, Aviston, IL

Sunday, September 25, 2022 @ 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Brunch menu available every Sunday along with Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar! 

 

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