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
ART EXHIBIT Belleville, IL		January 18 - February 24, 2012 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 Domestic Musings from Above: Painter Brigham Dimick and photographer Benjamin Stern portray landscapes from a bird's eye view to reflect on family and memory. Free For more information call 618-222-5278   or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com
FETE DU BON VIEUX TEMPS Cahokia, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2012 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
QUILT SHOW Swansea, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2012 1 pm - 2:30 pm Grand Manor, 58 Frank Scott Parkway East This quilt show features displays of quilts by various local quilters.  Entertainment provided by pianist Andrew Eicholz. Free For more information email grandmanor@mchsi.com.
BLUEGRASS CONCERT Belleville, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA March, 2012 7 pm SWIC Theater This annual show is the longest running college Bluegrass show in the nation and features National “open” Fiddle Champion George Portz and Friends of Bluegrass with an opening act that features “Charlie & The Girls.” Tickets sold only in advance by calling 235-2700 Ext. 205. Sorry no tickets sold at the door. For more information call 618-235-2700 Ext. 205
FIDDLE CONTEST & BLUEGRASS SHOW O’Fallon, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2012 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
FUND RAISER FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Millstadt, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2012 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
ANNUAL COMMUNITY EGG HUNT Glen Carbon, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2012 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
ART ON THE SQUARE Belleville, IL		May 18 - May 20, 2012 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
THE GREAT PIZZA BICYCLE RIDE Millstadt, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2012 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, $13 Non-member, $3 Children under 13 For more information visit www.trailnet.org
AINAD SHRINE CIRCUS Belleville, IL		June 2 - June 3, 2012 Saturday: 2 pm & 7:30 pm Sunday: 2 pm & 6:30 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
ANTIQUE GLASS & POTTERY SHOW AND SALE Belleville, IL		June 9 - June 10, 2012 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 618-259-5049
CLASSIC CAR SHOW Swansea IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA June, 2012 12:30 pm - 2 pm Grand Manor, 58 Frank Scott Pkwy E. This car show is hosted by Yesterday Once More and Grand Manor.  Cars will be on display in Grand Manor's parking lot. Please park in the old Ryan's parking lot. Free For more information call 618-942-8000
ST. CLAIR COUNTY FAIR Belleville, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA August, 2012 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
THE GATEWAY DULCIMER MUSIC FESTIVAL Belleville, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA August, 2012 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
OLD TIME MUSIC FETE Cahokia, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2012 12 pm - 5 pm 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
OKTOBERFEST Belleville, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2012 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
CHILI COOK-OFF Belleville, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2012 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
HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXPO Swansea IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2012 10:30 am - 2:30 pm Grand Manor, 58 Frank Scott Pkwy E. Over 50 unique and specialty vendors under one roof gives you a chance to start and finish your holiday shopping in one day. Spaghetti dinners for $5 will be served from 11 am – 1 pm. Free For more information call 618-942-8000
WEIHNACHTS FESTIVAL Millstadt, IL		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA December, 2012 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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