Events

What’s going on? In the Great Rivers & Routes region, it’s celebrating local brews with Craft Beer Week. Or turning your eyes to the skies for Eagle Watching. Taking a cruise along one of the region’s three great rivers. Sitting back and enjoying great outdoor concerts and live music.

And those are just a few of the countless events that fill up the calendar in the Great Rivers & Routes region. Whatever piques your interest, there’s an event for it.

Want to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a few hundred of your best Irish (or Irish for the day) friends? We do that.

Looking to get spooked at a haunted house – that’s actually haunted? We do that.

Seeking the adrenaline rush of watching a rider try to stay on the back of a bucking bull for eight seconds? We do that.

See what else you can do by browsing the listing of events. See you soon!

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May 9th, 2026

The Land of Goshen Community Market
Join the Land of Goshen Community Market for Home Grown Saturday mornings along Route 66 this market season. Celebrating its 30th season, the market brings the community together to shop fresh, locally…
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May 9th, 2026

Kayaking on Ellis Bay
Get out on the water and learn the basics of kayaking with this 1.5-hour, beginner-friendly class at the Riverlands.You’ll start at the new ADA-accessible dock near the overlook at the Audubon Center…
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May 9th, 2026

Hillsboro Farmers Market
Fresh flavors, local finds, and community connection are back in season at the Hillsboro Farmers Market.Presented by Imagine Hillsboro, this open-air market invites you to shop a vibrant selection of locally grown…
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May 9th, 2026

Bunker Hill Market Days
Country Vibes Vendors and More is excited to host the Bunker Hill Market Days! Join them for Saturday mornings of shopping local, supporting small businesses, and enjoying a great community atmosphere from…
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May 9th, 2026

Lewis and Clark Departure Celebration 2026
Mark the departure of Lewis & Clark as they set out on an expedition of discovery! Reenactors, historic artisans, and more will commemorate this important date in Illinois and American history. Demonstrations…
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May 9th, 2026

Weekend Wheel Workshop
Ready for a weekend of muddy, hands-on fun? Join instructor Aimee Parks for a Weekend Wheel Workshop at Jacoby Art Center. This engaging class covers the fundamentals of throwing clay on an…
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May 9th, 2026

Lucy Haskell Playhouse Open House
Come explore the Victorian-style playhouse of Lucy Haskell during the open house at Haskell Park!In the 1880s, young Lucy Jane Haskell received an unforgettable gift for her fifth birthday: a beautifully crafted…
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May 9th, 2026

Sip, Sample & Stroll
Enjoy an afternoon of sips, samples and strolling around Grafton for a one-of-a-kind experience exploring the city hosted by the Grafton Chamber of Commerce. Indulge in the samples of specially drinks and…
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May 9th, 2026

Enchanted Bookfair
Step into a storybook at Hawthorn and Carlinville’s most magical book event of the year! The 2nd Annual Book Fair is finally here! ADULT and KIDS are welcome! * Special Guests: Ink…
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