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

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

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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Holiday Lights Fair

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024

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Du Quoin, IL

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Friday, Nov 29, 2024

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SIU Holiday Craft Sale

Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

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Carbondale, IL

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Annual Holiday Art and Craft Sale

Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

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Holiday Lights Fair

Friday, Dec 6, 2024

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Du Quoin, IL

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Friday, Dec 6, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

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Carbondale, IL

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Annual Holiday Art and Craft Sale

Friday, Dec 6, 2024 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

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Carbondale, IL

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Holiday Movies - Eyes Wide Shut

Friday, Dec 6, 2024 at 7:00pm

The Varsity Theater

Carbondale, IL

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Holiday Lights Fair

Saturday, Dec 7, 2024

Holiday Lights Fair

DuQuoin State Fairgrounds

Du Quoin, IL

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