10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Illinois!

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Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, Mount Vernon, IL

Give your inner artist a chance to play at the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts. Located in Mt. Vernon, this art center features a variety of art exhibits as well as classes so you can make some art of… Read More

The 8 Best Guided Tours in Illinois!

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Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour, Makanda, IL

Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour is perfect for adrenaline junkies, thrill seekers, and nature-lovers who want a close-up experience with beautiful Southern Illinois. Visitors can zip through over 80 acres… Read More

13 Perfect Illinois Getaways!

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Giant City State Park Lodge, Makanda, IL

Enjoy Southern Illinois hospitality at the Giant City Lodge, where you can relax and appreciate nature. The lodge features a massive stone fireplace in the Great Room with a wrap-around balcony. The… Read More

15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

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Funk Gem & Mineral Museum, Shirley, IL

Check out the largest one-man mineral and gem collection in the world at the Funk Gem & Mineral Museum in Shirley. Featuring specimens from all over the world, this interesting museum also… Read More

9 Best Dance Clubs and Venues in Illinois!

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The Hangar 9, Carbondale, IL

Enjoy live music, dancing, karaoke, and craft beer at The Hangar 9, a super chill place for hanging out with friends in Carbondale. You’ll find a lineup of live entertainment, such as tribute… Read More

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Josh Turner

Thursday, Mar 6, 2025 at 8:00pm

Walker’s Bluff

Carterville, IL

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Josh Turner

St. Patrick's Day Weekend with Rachel Sue

Friday, Mar 14, 2025 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm

Von Jakob Vineyard and Brewery

Alto Pass, IL

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St. Paddy's Bar Crawl

Friday, Mar 14, 2025 from 6:00pm to 11:00pm

Perryville, MO

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Annual St. Patrick's Darty at Benson's

Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 at 11:00am

Benson's Wine Bar

Chester, IL

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St. Patrick's Day Weekend with Carr and Tejada

Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm

Von Jakob Vineyard and Brewery

Alto Pass, IL

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Trace Adkins

Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 at 7:00pm

Du Quoin State Fair

Du Quoin, IL

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Trace Adkins

Three Dog Night

Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 at 8:00pm

Walker’s Bluff

Carterville, IL

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Three Dog Night

Gary Allan

Sunday, Jul 27, 2025 at 8:00pm

Walker’s Bluff

Carterville, IL

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Gary Allan

Tesla

Thursday, Aug 28, 2025 at 7:30pm

DuQuoin State Fair

Du Quoin, IL

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Tesla

Jake Owen

Friday, Aug 29, 2025 at 7:30pm

DuQuoin State Fair

Du Quoin, IL

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Jake Owen

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