Events in Edwardsville

An exhilarating bike ride through the streets of downtown. A series of conversations on Arts & Issues hosted by the local university. An array of locally grown and handcrafted wares for sale at an open-air market in the heart of the city.

Got your attention yet? Those are just a few of the events that make Edwardsville the vibrant community it is. Find out what’s going on now with our complete listings below.

Nov 29th to Jan 1st

2021 Jingle Hike Challenge

The Jingle Hike Challenge is back for 2021! Explore 12 places in Southwestern Illinois this winter. Find 12 trees in parks with jingle bells tied to them throughout parks in the Metro…

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Dec 3rd

A Christmas Story ( live play) at Wildey Theatre

Curtain's Up Theater Company and The Wildey Theatre bring the classic " A Christmas Story" to the stage! Watch as Ralphie goes on a quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB…

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Dec 4th

Winter Market in Downtown Edwardsville

Downtown in December is the perfect event to get started on your Christmas shopping. Shop a number of different vendors offering artisan products, baked goods, crafts, locally grown items, and unique, boutique…

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Dec 5th

Arctic Express Photos with Santa

Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and get your holiday photo taken! Booking your photo time comes with wristbands to the Arctic Express holiday event. View the new Into The Arctic exhibit at…

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Dec 8th

Gary Hoey’s “Ho Ho Hoey Rockin’ Holiday Tour” at The Wildey

Gary Hoey's "Ho Ho Hoey Rockin' Holiday Tour" is a must see for adults and kids! It has become very popular on radio stations coast to coast. Listen as Hoey plays instrumental…

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Dec 9th

Interactive White Christmas at The Wildey

The Wildey Theatre presents the annual screening of White Christmas with an interactive twist! Guests will receive a free goodie bag with special props to use during the movie. Christmas movie trivia…

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Dec 10th

Edwardsville Arts Center Holiday Show

The Edwardsville Arts Center will host their annual Holiday Show. Enjoy first pick on handmade artwork by over 20 local artists. Browse items such as, pottery, jewelry, scarves, wall art, and much…

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Dec 16th

The Empty Pockets Holiday Show Spectacular at Wildey Theatre

Get into the holiday spirit with The Empty Pockets! They will bring the party to the Wildey stage! The Empty Pockets will bring some Christmas classics along with a few originals you…

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Dec 17th

The Erin Bode Holiday Concert at Wildey Theatre

Wildey Theatre welcomes Erin Bode to the stage! She will bring sounds of the season, the classics and some originals! This show often sells out every year so get your tickets early!

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Dec 18th

Goshen Winter Market

The Goshen Winter Market is back again and for the first time it will take place outside! Shop your favorite vendors, the third Saturday of each month through April! Visit the expansion…

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Dec 18th

Opera Edwardsville

Join Opera Edwardsville in the Dunham Hall Theater for a Holiday Concert!

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Dec 18th

Junior Brown “The American Original” at Wildey Theatre

Acclaimed country music and guitar hero, Junior Brown brings his rich, deep, rockabilly voice to the Wildey stage! He is well known for his "guit- steel" guitar, which incorporates a six- string…

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Restaurants in Edwardsville

If a great meal is a celebration of culinary craft, Edwardsville has something for every occasion.

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Things to Do in Edwardsville

Edwardsville combines the natural beauty of the Midwest with the exciting hustle and bustle of city life like few can.

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Hotels in Edwardsville

Edwardsville keeps you busy, but when you’re ready to lay your head down at night the city also has more than 300 hotel rooms to offer a great night’s rest.

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