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Calendar of Events
St. Clair County, Illinois
We regularly update this calendar to
provide you with up to date information on a variety of events that take place
in the St. Clair County, Illinois area. Changes are made when we
gather more information or when we learn of an event. If you know of an event
that you would like to see posted contact the webmaster.
We hope you enjoy the events you choose to attend.
To find out about other
activities in nearby areas
check out the following calendars:
Monroe County, Illinois Calendar
Randolph County, Illinois Calendar
Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri Calendar
Jefferson
County, Missouri Calendar
Southern Madison County,
Illinois Calendar |
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ART EXHIBITS
Belleville, IL |
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Through September 24, 2010
Tuesday - Friday: 11 am
- 5 pm
Thursday: 11 am - 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm
Closed Sunday, Monday, and school holidays
Schmidt Art Center, Southwestern Illinois College
On
exhibit: Brooke White’s photographs that deal with the ways that
landscapes and places are created and altered by travel,
tourism, and agriculture. The paintings of East St. Louis
painter A.L. White. “Ubjects III” takes ubjects, or unique and
unusual objects, local people have brought from their homes, and
examines the history and stories behind them.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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JARROT
MANSION
OPEN HOUSE
Cahokia, IL |
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Saturday,
September 11, 2010
1 pm - 4 pm
Jarrot
Mansion, 124 E. 1st Street
The public is invited to this rare opportunity to see the interior
of the Jarrot Mansion, Illinois' oldest brick building, which has
been undergoing renovation.
Free
For
more information call 618-332-1782 |
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OLD
TIME
MUSIC FETE
Cahokia, IL |
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Sunday, September 19, 2010
Cahokia
Courthouse, 107 Elm Street
An outdoor "musical rendezvous" where acoustic musicians
get together to jam with each other and play for the public.
Traditional bluegrass, old-time country, folk, blues, old time
river, and "ho-down" music. Jam sessions under every tree, kids arts and
crafts, and a professional sound system for the main stage (the porch of the 1740 Cahokia
Courthouse) for the enjoyment of all.
Food and drink are available for purchase, and there's
plenty of shade.
Free
For
more information call 618-332-1782 |
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OKTOBERFEST
Belleville, IL |
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September 24 - September 25, 2010
11 am - 11 pm
Downtown Belleville
Belleville celebrates it German heritage by hosting its annual
Oktoberfest which includes tapping of the "Golden Keg" on
Friday, carnival rides, a Kid’s Korner, a Poker Run on Saturday,
a raffle, live music in the evenings, and plenty of food, beer,
and other refreshments.
Free
For
more information call
618-398-8560
or visit www.bellevilleoktoberfest.com |
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CHILI COOK-OFF
Belleville, IL |
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October
1 - October 2, 2010
11 am - 10:30 pm
Downtown Belleville
Sponsored by the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, this
annual event features the culinary creations of individuals, local
organizations, and area businesses.
Chili connoisseurs of all ages will be able to purchase
samples or bowls of each variety of chili and can vote for their
favorite to win the People's Choice Award. Saturday features the
3rd Annual City of Belleville Car Show and a Junior Idol
competition.
Free
For
more information call
618-233-2015 |
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ART EXHIBIT
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2011
Tuesday - Friday: 11 am
- 5 pm
Thursday: 11 am - 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm
Closed Sunday, Monday, and school holidays
Schmidt Art Center, Southwestern Illinois College
The Schmidt Art Center is hosting the annual SWIC Faculty Art Show
with sculptures, drawings, paintings, photographs, and more by over 20 faculty
members.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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WEIHNACHTS FESTIVAL
Millstadt, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2010
10 am - 6 pm
St. James Parish Hall, 405 W. Madison Street
Celebrate a German Christmas with an arts &
crafts fair, favorite German foods, a holiday Cookie Walk, and
German folk music. St. Nicholas arrives in the parade at noon.
Free
For more information call 618-476-1812 |
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HOLIDAY ART SALE
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2010
1 pm - 4 pm
Schmidt Art Center, Southwestern Illinois College
This holiday art sale features works by faculty members of the
SWIC Art Department with its participants selling art made with
a variety of materials and at at a range of prices. This sale
corresponds with the SWIC Faculty Exhibition..
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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FETE
DU BON
VIEUX TEMPS
Cahokia, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2011
2 pm - 5 pm
Colonial Cahokia State Historic Sites complex
The "Festival of the Good Old Days," this colonial Mardi Gras celebration features music, historic
tours, activities, and demonstrations at the Cahokia Courthouse,
Jarrot Mansion, the Martin-Boismenue House, and the Holy Family
Log Church. An evening ball is held at the Knights of Columbus
Hall.
Free, $10 to attend the ball
For
more information call 618-332-1782
or visit www.jarrotmansion.org |
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ANNUAL COMMUNITY
EGG HUNT
Glen
Carbon, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
10 am - 1 pm
Family Church, 97 Oaklawn Road
This
free community egg hunt features 50,000 eggs. Other family fun attractions include
prizes, bounce houses, face painting, and puppet shows.
Admission
For
more information call
618-288-7740
or visit
www.gatewayfamilychurch.com |
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FIDDLE CONTEST
& BLUEGRASS SHOW
O’Fallon, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
5 pm
O’Fallon Knights of Columbus Hall, Route 50 East
This
event features jam sessions galore, five full hours of fiddle
picking and down home Bluegrass including a show by George Portz
and the Friends of Bluegrass. Sandwiches, supper, and other
refreshments provided by the Knights of Columbus.
Admission: $7 for Adults, $3.50 for
children (11 and under)
For
more information call
618-632-1384 |
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FUND RAISER FOR
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Millstadt, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
Registration at 11 am
Walk starts at 12 pm
Township Park,
6368
Center Grove Road
Join other walkers in this signature fundraising event of the National Multiple Sclerosis
Society in routes of either 1 and 3 mile options.
For
more information call 618-830-3908 |
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VILLAGE-WIDE
YARD SALE
Millstadt, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
8 am - 2 pm
This
village wide yard sale features over 100 registered
participants.
Participant maps, food and beverage available
by
the Millstadt Historical Society at
the Millstadt Community Center, 102 S. Jefferson Avenue. There
will also be sidewalk
sales and special promotions offered by Millstadt businesses.
Free
For more information call 618-476-3696 |
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ART
ON THE SQUARE
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
Friday: 5 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm
Downtown Belleville
Ranked as one of the top 100 art shows in the nation this show
offers visitors the chance to meet exhibiting artists, enjoy
family entertainment, children's workshops, taste fine cuisines,
and take a walk through the historic neighborhoods of Belleville.
Free
For
more information call 618-257-0747
or visit artonthesquare.com |
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THE GREAT PIZZA
BICYCLE RIDE
Millstadt, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
Registration: 8:30 am - 10 am
Millstadt City Park,
300
W. Parkview
This classic Memorial Day ride features routes of
various distances along quiet country roads across the Illinois
prairie. After the ride return to Breadeaux Pizza for
all-you-can-eat pizza and drinks for an additional charge.
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$12
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114 |
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AINAD
SHRINE CIRCUS
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011
Saturday:
2 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday:
2 pm & 6 pm
Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park, 200 S. Belt East
Grab the kids and don't miss the annual Shriner's
Circus that brings the Big Top to life in Belleville.
$12 for adults and $8 for children
For more information call 618-874-1870 |
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ANTIQUE GLASS & POTTERY SHOW AND SALE
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm
Belle-Clair County Fairgrounds, intersection of
IL 159 & IL-13
This show features 29 dealers gathered from ten
states on hand to display and sell Early American Pattern Glass,
Depression Glass, Carnival Glass, and Glassware from the 1940’s
& 1950’s as well as pottery produced in that same time period.
Guest authors Don Jones and Danny Cornelius will be on hand to
answer questions about this glass. A great lunch menu will be
available for those of you who work up an appetite while
shopping.
The Exposition Hall is air-conditioned and handicapped
accessible.
Admission is $5 and good for both days. Parking
is free
For more information call
618-259-5059 |
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TOUR DE BELLEVILLE
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2011
9 pm
Union United Methodist Church
The first Tour de Belleville is being organized
by Neighborhood Associations as a fundraiser to purchase a speed
monitor for safer neighborhoods. The course is 7 miles and if a
registered rider is able to start the 2nd lap by 10 pm they're
welcome to ride the course twice.
Participant fee includes a commemorative t-shirt.
For more information call 314-416-9930
or visit
www.tourdebelleville.com |
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ST. CLAIR
COUNTY FAIR
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2011
Tuesday - Friday: Fair opens at 5 pm
Saturday: Fair opens at 11 am - 9 pm
Spend some time at a traditional county
fair. The exposition building is open until 10 pm each night
carnival rides are open until 11:30. The Beer Garden and nightly
bands are open until midnight.
For
more information call
618-233-0052 |
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THE GATEWAY DULCIMER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2011
Our Lady of the Snows
This festival, hosted by the Gateway Dulcimer Society, centers
around the traditional folk instrument. Featured are workshops,
evening concerts, an open stage, vendors, raffles, the Big Blue
Jam Tent, and continuous outdoor and indoor music.
Admission and registration fees
For more information visit
www.gatewaydulcimer.org |
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charge for events that are of interest to visitors to the area and that are
organized or sponsored by Non-Profit or community based organizations. To have your
event listed here contact the webmaster.
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