Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas!
Thursday, May 15th
Belleville, IL – Hey, Harmony 175 families! 🛼 Get ready for some fun at our **Skate City Scavenger Hunt Party**! It’s a great night you won’t want to miss—full of skating, laughter, and awesome prizes!
Time: 6 PM – 8 PM
Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert underneath our Cider Shed Pavillion, conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm
Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
Columbia, IL – 🌽 Columbia Farmers Market – Every Thursday! 🌸
Join us every Thursday from 4–7 PM at American Legion Park for our weekly Farmers Market!
Time: 4 PM – 7 PM
Swansea, IL – Love cycling or want to get into it? Want to explore the beautiful trails of the Belleville/Swansea area with fellow riders? Come ride with us and The Cyclery and Fitness Center…
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Waterloo, IL – Plan to be here on Thursday, May 15 for a tasting of 5 Wheated Bourbons, plus a surprise cocktail!
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Friday, May 16th
Belleville, IL – Art on the Square is a juried fine art show held at the Veterans Memorial Fountain in Belleville, Illinois. Featuring over 100 artists, live music, food vendors, a wine tent, and a Children’s Art Garden, it’s a vibrant celebration of art and community in Belleville
Time: May 16 at 4 PM – May 18 at 5 PM
Belleville, IL – We are super excited to have Jordan Rainer back at Venue on Main! Jordan was not only on team Reba of season 24 of THE VOICE, but has opened for the Eli Young Band, Hunter Hayes, Craig Morgan and Luke Combs. Jordan has also written for former “Voice” winner Sundance Head, who has performed her music at the Grand Ole Opry and sent her single to No. 1 in Texas…
Time: 7 PM
Columbia, IL – Event by Chateau La Vin
Time: 7 PM
Swansea, IL – Are you caring for a loved one with memory loss or another disability? Join us for support, information, and strategies. Free coffee!
Time: 10 AM – 1 PM
Smithton, IL – We love Array and so will you! They play a variety of rock, pop, country, and soul. You don’t want to miss this!
Time: 7 PM
Saturday, May 17th
Belleville, IL – We are thankful for our local authors! These are the people in our community who have written, edited and, in many cases, have published their own books. What a journey!
Time: 1 PM
Columbia, IL – Event by Makers On Main Street and Shawn Scheidt
Time: 12 PM – 2 PM
Smithton, IL – I’M BACK @ THE TAILGATE!! Love this place!! Let’s totally rock it like last time!! SEE YA THERE!!
Time: 8 PM – 11 PM
Smithton, IL – Come hang out with us, eat, drink and be merry and listen to some amazing music
Time: 7 PM – 10 PM
Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar, Kevin Grace and Justin Schmidt
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 18th
Belleville, IL – Join us for some rock and roll at Silver Creek Sports & Social in Belleville, IL
Time: 8 PM – 12 AM
Columbia, IL – Ethan Carl LIVE! Come experience rising country artist Ethan Carl’s hit show jam packed with his hottest original and unreleased music, coupled with your classic country favorites. For more information on Ethan, be sure to check out his website
Time: 2 PM – 5 PM
Swansea, IL – Join us for our monthly Nail Trim Day with Happy Dog’s Grooming. No appointment necessary and only $20 per pooch
Time: 12 PM – 3 PM
Smithton, IL – Jamie has the voice of an angel! Come check her out for Sunday funday
Time: 2 PM – 5 PM
Waterloo, IL – Step into the magic at our Mini Metaphysical Fair this Sunday at Kodiak Hollow!
Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
Monday, May 19th
Belleville, IL – Event by American Cornhole Organization
Time: 5:45 PM
Belleville, IL – Our Monday Fun-Day events are held once a month in our Activity Center. We offer Yoga & Pickleball. If those aren’t for you, you can come and play board games with others! Bring your friends!
Time: 6 PM – 8 PM
Waterloo, IL – Get ready to groove! The Boogie Band is bringing the beats to the farmers market on Saturday, May 17. This fun group has become a beloved tradition among families, and especially little ones. Don’t miss the chance to dance, laugh, and boogie down at the market
Time: 9:45 AM – 11 AM
Tuesday, May 20th
Belleville, IL – Come BUMP – SET – SPIKE in the finest Sand around the Metro East at Silver Creek Sports & Social! FREE Open-Play Tuesday Night Volleyball is new this year…
Time: 8 PM – 11:45 PM
Waterloo, IL -One free small coffee or latte for veterans every Tuesday in May 2025 (6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th
Time: 7 AM – 4 PM
Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday, May 21st
Belleville, IL – Botox by Lavish Aesthetics! Angela the owner will be offering dysport the night of for $4.50 a unit.
Time: 3 PM – 8 PM
Belleville, IL -Want to be a part of a fun group of people who just so happen to do some pretty great things for our community?!? Come sip some cider or other tasty libations at The Cider Shed. You won’t be sorry!!
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Columbia, IL – A collaboration of Mommy’s Design Farm & My Charming Door!
Join us for a fun and hands-on DIY class where you’ll learn how to create a personalized Welcome Wreath for your home!
Time: 6 PM – 8 PM
Waterloo, IL – Experience deep relaxation and grounding at our weekly **Sound and Ground** class, where soothing sound healing meets the calming embrace of weighted blankets
Time: 7 PM – 7:45 PM
