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Calendar of Events
St. Clair County, Illinois |
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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. |
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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 EXHIBIT
Belleville, IL |
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April 18 - May 8, 2013
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
Annual SWIC Student Show: This two-week exhibition
highlights
over
100 2D & 3D works by Southwestern Illinois College's own art
students.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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FUND RAISER FOR
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Millstadt, IL |
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Saturday, April 20, 2013
Registration at 11 am
Walk starts at 12 pm
Millstadt Village Park,
300
W. Parkview Drive
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 314-781-9020 or visit
www.gatewaymssociety.org. |
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ART
ON THE SQUARE
Belleville, IL |
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May 17 - May 19, 2013
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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ART EXHIBITS
Belleville, IL |
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May 24 - June 21, 2013
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
Laura Strand - Material Alchemy: Strand’s woven
textiles foster cross-disciplinary discussions among craft, art
history and cultural geography. Mary C. Nasser - Navigate:
Nasser’s nature-inspired mixed media paintings, layered with maps
and scientific illustrations, parallel both individuals and their
relationships. Jack Decoteau - Portraits and Self Portraits:
Decoteau’s portraits provide a unique viewpoint of people’s lives
and societal rules, finding an ever-expanding message in the
everyday.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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THE GREAT PIZZA
BICYCLE RIDE
Millstadt, IL |
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Monday, May 27, 2013
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
Millstadt City Park,
300
W. Parkview Drive
This classic Memorial Day
ride is routed on beautiful country roads in and around quaint,
German settled Millstadt with short, medium, and long routes. After
the ride, in the park and for an additional charge, Breadeaux Pizza
will have pizza and Trailnet will provide drinks.
Fees: On-line - $8 member, $13
non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member, $3
child
For more information visit
www.trailnet.org |
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ANNUAL PICNIC & HOMECOMING
Smithton, IL |
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May 31 - June 1, 2013
3:pm -11:30 pm
7 miles south of Belleville on IL-159 at Smithton Turner Park
(Across from the Church)
St. John the Baptist
Catholic Church hosts this annual event. Saturday evening
features Famous Smithton fish-Plates & Sandwiches and Sunday
features an All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken Dinner. Both days
feature quilt/cash bingo, beer garden, children's games and
inflatables, basket raffle, sausage stand, silent auction, fruit
stand, pillowcase stand, fanny quilts, cookbooks, cake raffle,
poker stand, big 6 wheel.raffle-1st Prize-$1000. Live
entertainment on both nights.
Free
For
more information call
618-234-2068 |
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QUILTS FROM THE HEART
QUILT SHOW
Belleville, IL |
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June 1 - June 2, 2013
Whiteside Middle School, 111
Warrior Way
Quilts from the Heart is
presented by Hearts 'n' Hands Quilt Guild to promote the art of
quilting and highlight the fabulous work of our members. This
show features over 200 quilts, numerous vendors, antique quilt
bed-turnings and demonstrations.
Admission
For more information call
618-622-3949 |
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AINAD
SHRINE CIRCUS
Belleville, IL |
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June 1 - June 2, 2013
Saturday:
2 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday: 2 pm & 7 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.
$14 for adults and $10 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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June 8 - June 9, 2013
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 - good for both days. Parking
is free
For more information call
618-259-5049 |
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ST. AGATHA PARISH PICNIC
New Athens, IL |
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Saturday, June 15, 2013
4 pm - 11:30 pm
St. Agatha Parish, 207 S.
Market Street
Come join the celebration!
This parish picnic promises lots of fun for all and features a
basket raffle, kids games, a cake raffle, and a washer
tournament. Dinner is served from 4 pm to 8 pm in the Parish
hall and includes BBQ pork steak and chicken dinners, brats, hot
dogs, and hamburgers. Dinners include 2 sides, your choice of
potato salads, baked beans, or corn on the cob plus dessert and
drink.
Free, fee charged for the dinner
For
more information call
618-475-2170 |
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OLD FASHIONED
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
Mascoutah, IL |
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Thursday, July 4, 2013
4 pm
Scheve Park, Harnett Street
TThis
hometown celebration is held to encourage and strengthen the
relationship between surrounding communities and the city. The
event features softball and kickball tournaments, rides, kids
games, good & drinks, raffle, poker, artisans, fireworks and
more! Music provided by various local groups with the US Air
Force Band of MidAmerica playing in the evening. Fireworks begin at
9:30 pm.
Free
For more information call 618-281-5556 |
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MASCOUTAH HOMECOMING
UND AUGUSTFEST
Mascoutah, IL |
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August 2 - August 4, 2013
Scheve Park, Main Street
This annual event features
rides, games, food, beer, exhibitions, shows, live entertainment,
tractor and truck pulls, a car show, and St. Clair County 4-H Farm
exhibits. Parades will be held at 5 pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
For
more information call
618-566-2540 |
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FAHRRAD TOUR UND AUGUSTFEST
BICYCLE RIDE
Mascoutah, IL |
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Sunday, August 4, 2013
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
Scheve Park, 6th and Harnett
Streets
Tour Illinois’ German
settled countryside and enjoy several great rest stops on Extra
short, short, medium, and long routes. The longer routes visit
historic Lebanon. After the ride, enjoy the food, drinks, games
and displays that are part of Mascoutahs annual German heritage
festival.
Fees:
On-line - $8 member, $13
non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member,
$3 child
For more information visit
www.trailnet.org |
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ST. CLAIR
COUNTY FAIR
Belleville, IL |
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August 7 - August 11, 2013
Tuesday - Friday: Fair opens at 5 pm
Saturday: Fair opens at 11 am - 9 pm
This
traditional county
fair has been ongoing since 1854
and features a carnival, livestock showing in barns, air
conditioned exposition hall filled with exhibits and vendors,
nightly stage entertainment, beer garden, and fair food. There
is also exciting events in the arena including stock car racing,
demo derby, midget races, and motorcycle races.
For
more information call
618-233-0052
or visit www.bcfairgrounds.net |
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THE GATEWAY DULCIMER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Belleville, IL |
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August 8 - August 11, 2013
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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ART FESTIVAL
Swansea, IL |
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Saturday, August 17, 2013
9 am - 8 pm
Mel Price Park, 1500
Caseyville Avenue
Hippity Hoopla is an art
festival which focuses on the novelty of locally made art and goods.
The family friendly festival features art, food, music, and kids’
crafts.
Free
For more information call
618-698-5497 |
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OKTOBERFEST
Belleville, IL |
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September 20 - September 21, 2013
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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ANNUAL AIRSHOW
Scott Air Force Base, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2013
9 am - 5 pm
101, Heritage Drive, Scott Air Force Base
Scott Air Force Base is the nation's third oldest Air Force
installation in the country. Eac year the site hosts an air show
that .showcases both the latest aircraft in use by the military
as well as aircraft used in past conflicts. There are plenty of
flying related exhibits as well as food and refreshments.
Free
For
more information
visit
the event
website |
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CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Swansea, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2013
12 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 |
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WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
Fairview Heights, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2013
Friday: 6 pm - 9 pm;
Saturday beginning at 9 am
Grace Church, 5151 N.
Illinois Street
The "You are Chosen" Believe
Conference at Grace Church Fairview Heights is all about helping
women, from preteens and up, to understand that they are CHOSEN
for greatness! Featuring speaker, Hannah Ouellette, the
conference will begin Friday, September 28 at 6 pm with an after
party at 9. Saturday's session begins at 9 am.
Purchase tickets by
September 27th - $25 and $30 at the door.
Register online at
www.graceweb.tv or call
618-234-5910 |
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CHILI COOK-OFF
Belleville, IL |
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October 4 - October 5, 2013
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
or visit
www.Bellevillechili.com |
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HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXPO
Swansea IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2013
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 $7 will be served from 11 am - 1 pm.
Free
For more information call 618-942-8000 |
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WEIHNACHTS FESTIVAL
Millstadt, IL |
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Sunday, December 8, 2013
10 am - 6 pm
St. James Parish Hall, 405 W. Madison Street
This Christmas Festival
celebrates Millstadt's German heritage and features an arts and
crafts fair, a Holiday Cookie Walk, and musical entertainment
including German folk music provided by the Waterloo German Band.
St. Nicholas arrives in a parade at Noon. Children are invited to
visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. There will be plenty of German food
and refreshments including bratwurst and potato cakes.
Free
For more information call 618-476-1812 |
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BLUEGRASS CONCERT
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2014
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 the Worthington
Family of Sparta, Illinois.
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 |
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ART EXHIBIT
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2014
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
High School Student Show: This two-week
exhibition highlights the artwork of SWIC area high school students.
Featured students hail from a variety of high schools, including
Althoff Catholic High School, Belleville Township High School East,
Belleville Township High School West, Carbondale High School,
Columbia High School, Cobden High School, Dupo, Gibault, Lebanon,
Marion High School, Mascoutah, O'Fallon, and Triad High School.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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FIDDLE CONTEST
& BLUEGRASS SHOW
O’Fallon, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2014
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 up)
For
more information call
618-632-1384 |
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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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