Illinois events

Three Sasquatch festivals are happening across Kentucky and Southern Illinois in 2026, featuring vendors, contests, food trucks, and Bigfoot-themed fun.

Fall fans, take note: Mum Fest in Clinton, Illinois features 20,000 mums, family fun, food, music, and goats — all with free admission.

This October, step into the Harry Potter‑inspired Forbidden Forest at YMCA Camp Duncan in Ingleside, IL. A magical nighttime trail filled with creatures, spell‑casting stations, and wizarding wonder awaits Potter fans of all ages.

Get ready for a magical weekend in Galena! The Great Galena Balloon Race brings hot air balloons, live music, and family fun this June.

I never thought I'd see the day when Shrek became a cultural icon, but here we are.

Spring is a beautiful time to be in Illinois, and one of the season's best festivals is about to begin at Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove.

Spring is the start of meteor shower season, and there's a good chance to see plenty of shooting stars this month!

The most spooky little town in Illinois is excited to welcome visitors for their annual paranormal conference.

The first full moon of 2025 is the January Wolf Moon, here's when you will see it light up the night sky.

Ready to experience something unique this holiday season? Visit Aikman Wildlife Adventure in Arcola, Illinois, for their unforgettable Pathways of Lights event.

Step into a Christmas wonderland at Prairie Moon Farm in Knoxville, Illinois, where festive fun and cheerful reindeer await.

Take a tour of the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb, Illinois, a spooky hotspot rich with history and boasting six resident ghosts.