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Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas! 

 

Thursday, July 25th

Wild Times Exotics (All Ages)

Columbia, IL – Families are invited to pet and learn about exotic animals. Light refreshments served.
**Bring your own lawn chairs (it is an outside event). This event is co-sponsored by Garden Place Senior Living.

Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Christmas in July Pop-Up Menu

Columbia, IL – Both locations are celebrating Christmas in July. We’re bringing back your favorite seasonal flavors for the last week of July.

Time: 7 AM – 5 PM

 

Friday, July 26th

Pat Liston!

Columbia, IL – Pat Liston is coming back for another great night of music on the Patio!

Time: 7 PM

Firemen’s Picnic 2024

Lebanon, IL – Firemen’s Picnic 2024 is fast approaching!!! Food starts serving at 4 pm both days! Burgers, ribeyes, brats, funnel cakes and more will be available!

Time: 8 PM – 1 AM

SENIOR PUZZLMANIA 2024

Belleville, IL – We have a few tables left for $3. We will serve a light lunch too

Time: 11 AM – 2 PM

Live Music: Superjam

Belleville, IL – Join us for a concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Goodbye, Jake

O’Fallon, IL – Our big, tatted man is moving on to new adventures! Help us send him off the right way on Friday, July 26. From 6-9p, celebrate the time we’ve had with him, and wish him success as he moves on. Follow the event, share some pics, and tell a friend!

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

 

Saturday, July 27th

Harry Potter’s Wizarding Weekend

O’Fallon, IL – It’s almost time for our annual visit to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter! Live Music, Special Cocktails, Costume Contest, and the best five rounds of Wizard’s Trivia you’re going to find! Mark your calendars, and follow the event here for a first peek at all the goodies!

Time: July 27, 11 AM – July 28, 11 PM

Weed Mouth @ Smithton Turner Hall

Smithton, IL – Event by Weed Mouth

Time: 7 PM – 11 PM

Bunny Petting Corner

Waterloo, IL – Meet Esther’s Holland Lop bunnies and learn about rabbit care and handling. Three people at a time will be able to sit in the bunny fence with a blanket on their lap to get an up close playtime experience!

Time: 9 AM

Monroe Co. Fair – Waterloo, IL

Waterloo, IL – Event by ITPA Illinois Tractor Pulling Association | Light Super Stock | 2WD Trucks |
Heavy Modified | Heavy Super Stock | 9500# Limited Pro Stock | Pro Stock | 11,000# Pro Farm

Time: 6 PM

Avalon Mini Event and Combined Test

Columbia, IL – Come join us for our second Mini Event and Combined Test of the season!

Time: 8 AM

Miss O’Fallon Pagent 2024

O’Fallon, IL – Join us for our annual Miss O’Fallon Scholarship pageant! We will be crowning one lucky young lady as Miss Ofallon 2024!

Time: 6 PM

 

Sunday, July 28th

Live Music: Zydeco Crawdaddys

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Ian Ferguson

Smithton, IL – He’s Back!!! Mark your calendar for an Awesome Sunday Fun Day!!!

Time: 1 PM

R&N @ SIlver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – Great food, staff & owners!

Time: 3 PM – 7 PM

Kent Ehrhardt and The Blue Moon Blues Band is BACK

Belleville, IL – FINALLY! We can’t wait! We all get to enjoy Kent and The Blue Moon Blues Band on this Sunday Funday!..

Time: 2 PM – 5 PM

Southern Soul SundAys @ Jazzy 159

Fairview Heights, IL – Welcome to **Southern Soul Sunday @ Jazzy 159**! Get ready for a night of smooth tunes and good vibes at our cozy venue. Join us on **Sun Jul 28, 2024** at **7:00 PM** in the heart of Fairview Heights, IL.

Time: 7 PM

 

Monday, July 29th

Studio K & Molly’s Nails

Columbia, IL – The last pop up on a Monday evening was such a hit, we are doing it again!

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

 

Tuesday, July 30th

Waterloo Chess Club Night

Columbia, IL – 🌟 Ready to challenge your mind and have fun? Join us for a chess meetup EVERY Tuesday at Fire and Ice at 6-8:30! Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned player, chess offers excitement, strategy, and a great social atmosphere.

Time: 6 PM – 8:30 PM

Animal Tales Zoofari Earth

Fairview Heights, IL – Come ready to learn about and meet some of the Earth’s coolest creatures! No registration required!

Time: 1 PM

 

Wednesday, July 31st

Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night

Belleville, IL – Wednesday…kick off the mid-week with us and enjoy Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night…our pairing will be tasty!

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

Wine & Wing Wednesdays at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – Wednesdays just got a whole lot tastier! Join us for Wine and Wing Wednesdays at our fabulous establishment!…

Time: 11 AM – 10 PM

 

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Thursday, July 18th

Dirty Soda – Cherry & Vanilla Dr. Pepper

Columbia, IL – Freeburg & Columbia will both offer the dirty Dr Pepper. Dr Pepper with sweet cherry, and vanilla mixed to make the perfect combo.

Time: 7 AM – 5 PM

Longarm Rental Certification

Columbia, IL – Take this class to get certified to rent our longarms. Learn about neeldes, tension, thread, how to load a machine, how to use the bobbin winder, and all the basics to finish a quilt…

Time: 4 PM – 8 PM

Monaco Jeep Jam 2024 / Sponsored by Ed Morse Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Millstadt, IL – Monaco canned cocktails is once again hosting a
SUMMER – LONG JEEP JAM!

Time: 5 PM – 9 PM 

 

Friday, July 19th

Beast Craft BBQ Food Truck

Millstadt, IL – “All Killer. No Filler”
We offer the highest standards in St. Louis BBQ, but don’t label us “pretentious”. Our goal is to offer our best – every time.

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

Monroe County Music Festival 2024

Valmeyer, IL – 📢‼️Come on out to the 2nd Annual Monroe County Music Festival to support the House of Neighborly Service‼️📢…

Time: 5:30 PM – 11:45 PM

Steel Röse at Sullivan’s

Belleville, IL – The Thorn in Your Side. Steel Röse is an 80’s hair band featuring Eric Kunkel on vocals, Andrew Kramer on guitar, Josh Zinck on bass, and Derreck Engle on drums.

Time: 7:30 PM

Pinot, Pizza & Pastas EVERY Friday!

Belleville, IL – 🍷 **Pinot, Pizza & Pastas Fridays at Copper Fire!** 🍕…

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Live Music: Pickin’ Chicks

Belleville, IL – Join us for a concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

 

Saturday, July 20th

July 20th – Nothing Bundt Cakes Pop Up @ Crafted in the Loo

Waterloo, IL – Nothing Bundt Cakes in the Loo – PRE-ORDER & POP-UP…

Time: 10 AM

Belleclair Flea Market

Belleville, IL – Belleville Flea Market (third full weekend of every month, year round). The Belleville Flea Market is Southern Illinois’ Premier Indoor & Outdoor Market. With over 600 tables and 300-400 vendors, we get a wide range of antiques, collectibles, merchandise to see to the public.

Time: 10 AM – 4 PM

Midwest Black Girl Recess 2024

Belleville, IL – We’re bringing back the nostalgic feels of childhood recess with Double Dutch, Line Dancing, and Hula Hooping while incorporating a modern twist of fun with MixxedFit Exercise Dancing and Hip Hop Step Aerobics!

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Christmas in July – BAHS Glo Bingo!

Belleville, IL – YOUR FAVORITE GLO BINGO IS BACK!
Tickets are on sale for SATURDAY, July 20th, 2024! It’s going to be a BALL!

Time: 5:30 PM

Dirty Soda – Cherry & Vanilla Dr. Pepper

Columbia, IL – Freeburg & Columbia will both offer the dirty Dr Pepper. Dr Pepper with sweet cherry, and vanilla mixed to make the perfect combo.

Time: 7 AM – 5 PM

 

Sunday, July 21st

Dirty Soda – Cherry & Vanilla Dr. Pepper

Columbia, IL – Freeburg & Columbia will both offer the dirty Dr Pepper. Dr Pepper with sweet cherry, and vanilla mixed to make the perfect combo.

Time: 7 AM – 5 PM

Sugar Spring Summer Showcase

Columbia, IL – We are excited to invite you to visit all three Sugar Spring venues on Sunday, July 21, 1-4PM for an afternoon of wedding planning bliss!

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Donuts Freeburg

Freeburg, IL – Event by The Coffee Pot

Time: 5 PM

Luke Hays

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 3 PM – 6 PM

July Sip N Shop

Belleville, IL – Mark your calendars for our next Sip N Shop on July 21st! Featuring live music and local venders from 1-4pm….

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

 

Monday, July 22nd

Books & Brew

O’Fallon, IL – Step into the lively atmosphere of Books & Brew, the 21+ book club that meets at a local tap house. It’s not just about great books; it’s about great company and good times…

Time: 7 PM

Monroe Co. Fair – Waterloo, IL

Waterloo, IL – Antique | Light Modified | Super Stock Diesel Trucks | 8500# Limited Pro Stock

Time: 7 PM

 

Tuesday, July 23rd

Alanis Morissette – The Triple Moon Tour

St. Louis, MO – Event by Live Nation Concerts, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre St. Louis and Alanis Morissette…

Time: 7 PM

School Supply Drive

Columbia, IL – Sponsored by CROSSROADS REALTY GROUP

Time: 5 PM – 7 PM

 

Wednesday, July 24th

Wine & Wing Wednesday at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – 🍷🍗 Wednesdays just got a whole lot tastier! Join us for Wine and Wing Wednesdays at our fabulous establishment! 🍷🍗

Time: 11 Am – 10 PM

Foam Gone Bananas!

Edwardsville, IL – Watch as a mountain of foam is created before your very eyes…

Time: 1 PM

 

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Thursday, July 11th

Family Science Night: Bug Lab with the Butterfly House

Fairview Heights, IL – The Butterfly House will be visiting the library with the Bug Lab.
Learn about and engaged with real insects at this hands-on family science event.

Time: 1 PM

Christmas in July Sale

Columbia, IL – 🎄 **Christmas in July Sale!** 🎄 Get into the festive spirit early with our **Christmas in July Sale**! For the entire month of July, enjoy **50% off** on all Christmas items.

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

 

Friday, July 12th

Smithton Turner Picnic

Smithton, IL – Bring your Friends and Family to the Annual Smithton Turner Picnic and enjoy live music, great food, inflatables for the kiddos and ice cold beverages.

Time: July 12 at 5 PM – July 13 at 11:45 PM

Taste of Southern Italy (POP UP)

Columbia, IL – Wow we hope your ready for an Extraordinary Dinner? Tossed Italian Salad…

Time: 5 Pm – 8 PM

Hilltoppers Bowling Events

Columbia, IL – Join us for a fun night of bowling on Friday, July 12th with friends of the pool and Gators swim team. $17 per person gets you 3 hours of bowling including shoe rental, with the last hour (8-9 PM) being a glow bowl!…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Jordan Rainer: The Straight Shot Tour

Belleville, IL – Jordan Rainer returns to the Venue on Main in Belleville, IL!

Time: 7 PM

Ship of Fools Brings THeir Foolishness Back to Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – Ship of Fools brings their unique brand of rock back to the fabulous Copper Fire bar and restaurant this Friday night from 8-11…

Time: 8 PM – 11 PM

 

Saturday, July 13th

O’Fallon Township Rummage Sale

O’Fallon, IL – O’Fallon Township Sale, 801 E. State Street.
Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 7am-noon. Pictures of items will be posted throughout the month and complete setup on Friday prior to sale….

Time: 7 AM – 12 PM

Schaefer Show 2024

Belleville, IL – Come party with us! Show opens at noon, come for the cars and stay for the burnouts!…

Time: 12 PM

Dog and Cat Vaccination Clinic

Collinsville, IL – Bring your lovable furry friends down to Rural King to get their vaccinations. Saturday, July 13th we will be at Rural King in Collinsville, IL from 10am to 12:30pm for a pet vaccination clinic…

Time: 10 AM – 12:30 PM

Summer Yoga Series

Belleville, IL – Join Yoga on Main every other Saturday this Summer, May through August, at Paderborn Square (just outside of Shoehorn Brewing) for a 45 minute all-levels yoga practice!

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Smithton Turner Picnic

Smithton, IL – Bring your Friends and Family to the Annual Smithton Turner Picnic and enjoy live music, great food, inflatables for the kiddos and ice cold beverages.

Time: 5 PM – 11:45 PM

 

Sunday, July 14th

Copper Reign at Copper Fire

Belleville, IL – Come join us for a Sunday afternoon of live acoustic rock in the heart of Belleville’s Music Row. Great food, fun people and live music. Come join us.

Time: 2 PM

Hot Rods for Heroes

Columbia, IL – The 2nd Annual Hot Rods for Heroes will be held on Sunday, July 14th at Main Street, Columbia IL…

Time: 9 AM

Music at Metter Concert Series featuring Fanfare

Columbia, IL – Join us at Metter Park for some amazing music by Fanfare Band!! Bring your friends and family, lawn chairs and dancing shoes! Turner will have brats and hotdogs!

Time: 6 PM – 8 PM

 

Monday, July 15th

Columbia Summer Soccer Camp

Columbia, IL – Event by Elite FT

Time: 6 PM

Sips & Books Monthly Book Club Meeting

Columbia, IL – Grab a book themed drink & a pizza and join us to discuss our monthly book pick that we all vote on!!!..

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

 

Tuesday, July 16th

Waterloo Chess Club Night

Columbia, IL – Ready to challenge your mind and have fun? Join us for a chess meetup EVERY Tuesday at Fire and Ice at 6-8:30!..

Time: 6 PM – 8:30 PM

 

Wednesday, July 17th

Free Texas Holdem!!!

Smithton, IL – Join us for a night of free Texas Holdem!!!

Time: 6:30 PM – 6:31 PM

 

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Thursday, July 4th

Red, White, & SMOOTHIE BOWLS

Columbia, IL – Your favorite pop-up is coming back! Pearl’s Kitchen will be popped up inside The Coffee Pot. Hot day and a smoothie bowl??? Yum!!!

Time: 7 AM – 11 AM

Open Mic Night

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 2 PM – 4 PM

White Collar Recession Rocking The Mascoutah 4th of July Bash!

Mascoutah, IL – July 4th Party

Time: 12 AM – 4 PM

Red White and Booze Weekend

O’Fallon, IL – Join us for a patriotic party at Hotshots’ Red, White & Booze Weekend from July 4-7!

Time: July 4 at 5 PM – July 7 at 10 PM

Bomb Pop Lotus (Columbia/Freeburg)

Freeburg, IL – July 4th- July 7th we will have a special drink on the menu.
We are featuring the bomb pop lotus. Red, white, & blue!…

Time: 7 AM – 5 PM

 

Friday, July 5th

Dustin Coleman

Smithton, IL – Dustin Coleman performing at Pete’s Hard Stop 12/1

Time: 8 PM

Pinot, Pizza & Pastas EVERY Friday

Belleville, IL – Get ready to kick off your weekend with a bang! Every Friday, Copper Fire is turning up the heat with our incredible **Pinot, Pizza & Pastas** special!

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Live Music: Joe Metzka Band

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm…

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

 

Saturday, July 6th

Rose All Day! A Rose-Themed Luncheon

O’Fallon, IL – Call your friends and join us for a four-course rosé-themed luncheon featuring two rosé wines and two rosé cocktails paired with courses to complement each sip…

Time: 12 PM

Def Leppard, Journey & Cheap Trick

St. Louis, MO – Journey – St. Louis, MO
ONSALE***ONSALE***ONSALE
Use promo code “2023” for added savings!…

Time: 6 PM – 11 PM

Vine Street Market Opening Day!

O’Fallon, IL – The weekly season opens May 11, every Saturday, through October 19 from 8:00 am – Noon!

Time: 8 AM – 12 PM

Marvin’s Woodworking Demonstration

Waterloo, IL – You know Marvin Hahn as one of our beekeepers and honey-producers, but this weekend, he will be showing off another skill!

Time: 7:30 AM – 12 PM

 

Sunday, July 7th

Live at Sunset Overlook

Columbia, IL – Join us for an afternoon of great wine and music at the beautiful Sunset Overlook.

Time: 3 PM

Sunday Funday EVERY Sunday at Copper Fire! Food, Drink & Live Music

Belleville, IL – 9am Brunch 🥓🥞🍳
2pm Lunch (includes Pastas) & Specials 🍔🍟🍕🍜🥗
2-5 Live Music 🎵🎶
4pm Dinner Entree Off Menu Specials 😋
ALL DAY Mary’s & Mimosa Specials 🍹🍺🥂

Time: 9:15 AM – 9 PM

Donuts Columbia (Sat/Sun) Freeburg (Sun)

Freeburg, IL – We have donuts every weekend at both locations.
Freeburg will have donuts Sunday only. Columbia will be Saturday and Sunday.
$2 each or $20 dozen

Time: 5 PM

Live Music: Minus Ryan

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm…

Time: 1 PM – 4PM

 

Monday, July 8th

Dinner with the Doctor – NEYROPATHY BREAKTHROUGH

Swansea, IL – Discover the latest breakthrough for alleviating pain and numbness caused by neuropathy! If you’re experiencing debilitating pain, numbness, and tingling, these symptoms are likely due to this progressive and destructive disease…

Time: 5 PM

 

Tuesday, July 9th

All You can Eat Seafood Boil @ 1818 Offshore

Edwardsville, IL – Hot summer days call for succulent seafood specials!
Join us at 1818 Offshore Tuesday July 9th for our All you can eat Seafood Boil!

Time: 3:30 PM – 9 PM

 

Wednesday, July 10th

Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night

Belleville, IL – Event by Cigar Inn Jazz Club

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

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Thursday, June 27th

An Old Fashioned Cooking Class

Waterloo, IL – Join us for a fun and educational, old fashioned and pizza making class! Our bartender will walk you through making your first cocktail using Old Monroe Distilling Company’s Small Batch Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and Single Barrel Rye Whiskey for your second cocktail…

Time: 6 PM

Adult Summer Camp

Columbia, IL – #1 Mystery Cocktail Menu – June 6th: Embark on a sensory adventure as you explore our menu shrouded in mystery. Will you uncover the secrets behind our signature concoctions, or will you be left guessing until the last drop?..

Time: 6:30 PM – 10 PM

 

Friday, June 28th

Under Cover Live at Swansea Improvement Assn.

Belleville, IL – If weather is permitting and the temperature not too hot, we plan on playing outdoors. But we will be put inside if it’s too hot outside or if it’s raining. Either way, bring lawn chairs and be prepared to have a great time!!!

Time: 6 PM

Free Texas Holdem!!!

Smithton, IL – Join us for a night of free Texas Holdem!!!

Time: 6:30 PM

Tyler Garrett

Smithton, IL – Tyler is coming back to Pete’s. If you missed him last time you have another chance Friday night.

Time: 8 PM

Fridays Lunch POP UP BBQ’s at Cafe on the Abbey

Columbia, IL – June 7th BBQ…

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

LeAnn Rimes

Lemay, MO – Event by LeAnn Rimes and River City Casino & Hotel

Time: 8 PM

 

Saturday, June 29th

Custom Trucker Hat Pop-Up

Columbia, IL – TCL West Boutique will have custom trucker hats this SATURDAY from 8-1 pm. She is going to have all different themed patches, INCLUDING coffee themed.

Time: 8 AM – 1 PM

Belleville Inaugural Jeep Poker Run

Smithton, IL – Save the Date! Belleville Inaugural Jeep Poker Run benefiting Hospice of Southern Illinois.

Time: 12 PM

Three of a Perfect Pair!

Columbia, IL – Three of a Perfect Pair! Stop in for a great glass of wine, beer, bourbon, Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Chocolate Martini, or your favorite cocktail! Hopefully we will be on the patio!

Time: 7 PM

The Flying Feelings Show (Family)

Columbia, IL – A pair of highly skilled jugglers arrives to do a show and they realize they’ve go a lot of feelings flying around!…

Time: 10 AM – 11 AM

Big Rod’s 1st Anniversary Party – Bands Both Nights!

Waterloo, IL – Join us at Big Rod’s Roadhouse in Waterloo for our 1st Anniversary Party! We will have live music both nights, as well as drink specials and more!

Time: Jun 28, 7 PM – Jun 29, 10 PM

 

Sunday, June 30th

Cousins Maine Lobster at Millpond Brewing

Millstadt, IL – 🦞🦞 MILLSTADT, WE ARE BACK!! COME SPEND YOUR SUNDAY EATING SOME DELICIOUS MAINE LOBSTER WITH US!! 🦞🦞…

Time: 12 PM – 6 PM

EURO 2024 – Germany Watch Party @ Tiny’s

Columbia, IL – Come join us at Tiny’s in Columbia, IL!!! Germany takes on Denmark in the Round of 16! Plenty of German Beer, great friends and more!

Time: 2 PM – 4:30 PM

Open Events for Men and Women

O’Fallon, IL – Practice at 10 am check in 830. 90% of 230. Post here or text Charlie Johnson at 6189746103 if you would like a spot.

Time: 8:30 AM

Vannah Leight isback at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – Watch this rising star ⭐️ Vannah is opened for Crystal Gayle at the Lincoln! 🙌…

Time: 2 PM – 5 PM

Summer Sunday Shutdown

Belleville, IL – Summer is here! Lets party! Summer Sunday Shutdown at The Grand U will have live music, food, and great fun to bring the summer in properly!!

Time: 4 PM – 8 PM

 

Monday, July 1st

Register for 2024 Summer Reading Programs

Columbia, IL – First 200 kids to sign up for the 2024 Summer Reading Program will get a free t-shirt! This year’s t-shirt will be sponsored by Columbia C.R.O.W.N…

Time: 9 AM – 4 PM

A Novel Bunch Book Club

O’Fallon, IL – The Novel Bunch Book Club welcomes individuals aged 18 and above with a passion for exploring diverse literary genres…

Time: 6:30 PM

Patriotic Cookie Making Class with Best Darn Cookie

Mascoutah, IL – Join us for a fun afternoon class to make patriotic cookies perfect for the Fourth of July holiday!

Time: 3 PM – 5 PM

 

Tuesday, July 2nd

Fourth of July Paint Party

Belleville, IL – Celebrate the 4th at the studio! Create a masterpiece with step-by-step instruction…

Time: 5:30 PM – 7 PM

Waterloo Chess Club Night

Columbia, IL – Ready to challenge your mind and have fun? Join us for a chess meetup EVERY Tuesday at Fire and Ice at 6-8:30!..

Time: 6 PM – 8:30 PM

 

Wednesday, July 3rd

Copper Hour 4-7 Wednesday – Fridays!

Belleville, IL – Happy Hour alert! Get ready for a flavor-packed extravaganza that’ll make your taste buds dance!

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

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Thursday, June 20th

Sunset DJ Sessions at the Sky TerrAce Rooftop Bar

St. Louis, MO – Join us every Thursday this summer for rotating live entertainment at our rooftop Sky Terrace Bar from 6-10pm. Enjoy craft cocktails and elevated bar bites with panoramic views that will make you swoon.

Time: 6 PM – 10 PM

Adult Summer Camp

Columbia, IL – Adult Summer Camp: Every Thurs. in JUNE! #1 Mystery Cocktail Menu – June 6th: Embark on a sensory adventure as you explore our menu shrouded in mystery…

Time: 6:30 PM – 10 PM

 

Friday, June 21st

Pinot, Pizza & Pastas EVERY Friday!

Belleville, IL – Event by Copper Fire

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Live Music at Papa Vito’s Downtown – Mikey B

Belleville, IL – Come for dinner, drinks or a late night snack at Papa Vito’s Downtown Belleville and listen to LIVE MUSIC with no cover!

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Book Sale

Collinsville, IL – Event by Collinsville Memorial Library Center

Time: 9 AM – 5 PM

 

Saturday, June 22nd

Summer Bling, Toe Ring and Anklet Class

Belleville, IL – Bring your bare feet and warmer weather! This class includes a beaded ankle bracelet and toe ring designed to complement your summer wardrobe.

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

2024 International Station Wagon Club Meet

O’Fallon, IL – Event by The International Station Wagon Club

Time: 8 AM

Boot Scottin in The Cider Shed

Belleville, IL – Kick-up your heels and join us for our line dance event under the pavilion of our Cider Shed…

Time: 6:30 PM – 10 PM

West Coast Beginner Swing Dance Class (Adults)

Columbia, IL – Have fun learning the basics of partner dancing and step patterns at a comfortable pace! Fun and energetic instruction by David Lamont Brown founder of destination swings/All Star professional West Coast swing dance instructor for over 10 years David Lamont Brown and his lovely wife/partner Basia Muz.

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

 

Sunday, June 23rd

Ninja Warrior Camps

Belleville, IL – Join head coach John – The StairNinja this summer for one, two or all 3 ninja camps. We will have a special guest coach joining us…

Time: 8:45 AM – 4 PM

Southern Soul Sunday @ Jazzy 159

Fairview Heights, IL – St Louis and the metro area get ready for Southern Soul Sunday @ Jazzy 159 The doors open at 6pm! You don’t want to miss this grown folks event…

Time: 6 PM – 11 PM

Big Rick’s Meats and Eats at Sunset Overlook

Columbia, IL – Will be serving bbq at Sunset Overlook! More details to come on what we will be serving!

Time: 11 AM

 

Monday, June 24th

4th Anniversary Party

Waterloo, IL – Cleancar Express Car Wash invites you to celebrate 4 years of serving the Waterloo community! Join us for a bean bag toss with manager John, food, and special prizes! EVERYDAY. June 24th to the 28th from 11 AM – 1 PM

Time: 11 AM – 1 PM

 

Tuesday, June 25th

Edwardsville Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers New Restaurant Opening Celebration!

Edwardsville, IL – Hey Edwardsville, join our Grand Opening celebration on June 25th at our newest restaurant at Troy & Governors…

Time: 8 AM – 12 pm

K-4th Grade Kids Camp Cookie Class w/ Erica

Belleville, IL – K-4th grade Kids Camp Cookie Class w/ Erica
$30/ per child. They will go home with finished decorated cookies.

Time: 10 AM

 

Wednesday, June 26th

5th – 12 th Grade Kids Camp Chocolate Class

Belleville, IL – Kids will take home finished chocolates!
Call 618-277-7373 to reserve your spot. Cost is $30 per child.

Time: 1 PM

 

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Thursday, June 13th

Mobile Monica @TheOverlook

Columbia, IL – Music – Drink Specials – Prizes – Special Guests – Doggie Macs Food Truck – and more……

Time: 7 PM

June Sip and Shop!

Freeburg, IL – join us for a fun girls night! boutique shopping, permenant jewelry, botox, hat bar, hair tensel, cookies, local spirit wear! you don’t want to miss this one!!!

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM

Steve Ewing Full Band at Auffenberg Summer Concert Series

O’Fallon, IL – Steve Ewing Full Band playing the Auffenberg Summer Concert Series! Free show!!

Time: 7 PM

 

Friday, June 14th

Steak Night & Seafood POP UP at Cafe on the Abbey

Columbia, IL – This is going to be Extraordinary Dinner
Chef Dan’s going to cook this dinner off of our BBQ PIT with an open flame…

Time: 5 PM – 8 PM

ARRAY

Smithton, IL – Come check out ARRAY as they make their Pete’s debut. It’s sure to be a good time

Time: 7 PM

Live Music: Boulderdash

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Pinot, Pizza & Pastas EVERY Friday!

Belleville, IL – …Get ready to kick off your weekend with a bang! Every Friday, Copper Fire is turning up the heat with our incredible **Pinot, Pizza & Pastas** special!…

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Family Fun Night (The REC)

Fairview Heights, IL – Enjoy a Friday night out together as a family with our unlimited climbs, inflatable bounce houses, and pool! There is something for everyone to make the night great!

Time: 4 PM – 7:30 PM

 

Saturday, June 15th

Grand Opening (Event by The Coffee Pot)

Columbia, IL – Come see our new shop, it’s our official first day open! We are a walk-in location and have lattes, cold brew, lotus, kids drinks, local pastries, & donuts on weekends.

Time: 8 AM – 1 PM 

Summer Yoga Series

Belleville, IL – Join Yoga on Main every other Saturday this Summer, May through August, at Paderborn Square (just outside of Shoehorn Brewing) for a 45 minute all-levels yoga practice!…

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 PM

Red, White & Blue Summer Kick Off Party at the Collinsville VFW

Collinsville, IL – Come on out and kick off the summer together June 15th 2-10 pm!!

Time: 2 PM – 10 PM

Farm to Store

Waterloo, IL – Join us for the Farm to Store at Waterloo Schnucks! You’ll have the chance to talk with local farmers, pet farm animals, play in a corn pit, and win prizes playing games. Enjoy FREE burgers!

Time: 9 AM

 

Sunday, June 16th

Live Music: Falling Fences

Belleville, IL – Celebrate Father’s Day with a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

2024 UFL Championship

St. Louis, MO – Event by America’s Center & The Dome

Time: 4 PM

Copper Fire – Father’s Day

Belleville, IL – Calling all Dad’s! And maybe people who don’t have dad around… let’s celebrate all the cool Father’s of the world by playing Rock & Roll!

Time: 2 PM – 5 PM

Xtreme Bar Bingo at Silver Creek Sports & Social

Belleville, IL – Xtreme Bar Bingo at Silver Creek Sports & Social every Sunday night!! Starting at 7pm come in early and stay late at one of the greatest Sunday Funday’s a bar has put together in a long time!!

Time:  7 Pm – 9 PM

BUTCH MOORE with MATT GADEKEN

Waterloo, IL – Butch Moore is a singer/songwriter from Glen Carbon, IL, known for his acoustic, folk, and blues music. Matt Gadeken will accompany on violin and mandolin!

Time: 2 PM – 6 PM

 

Monday, June 17th

Absolute Science Discovery Family Night

Columbia, IL – Explore science throughout the library with hands-on stations for families to enjoy!

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

 

Tuesday, June 18th

ONLINE LAND AUCTION – 29.46 acres @ Columbia, IL

Columbia, IL – Join us for an exclusive online auction featuring a stunning property nestled at 175 Shelly Lane, Columbia, IL 62236 in Monroe County!

Time: 10 AM

 

Wednesday, June 19th

Free Texa Holdem!!!

Smithton, IL – Join us for a night of free Texas Holdem!!!

Time: 6:30 PM

Recycled Book Art

O’Fallon, IL – Join Ashley for a creative and eco-friendly art class where you’ll learn the beautiful craft of book folding using recycled books. This hands-on workshop is perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters who are interested in transforming old books into stunning pieces of art…

Time: 6 PM

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Thursday, June 6th

Hat Party

Smithton, IL – Get your girlfriends together for some fun!!

Time: 6:30 PM

Girls Night Out

Waterloo, IL – Come get some permanent jewelry, visit and purchase from some local small businesses, and catch up with friends over a cocktail! Free to attend.

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

 

Friday, June 7th

Fridays lunch POP UP BBQ’s

Columbia, IL – Event by Cafe on the Abbey.

June 7th BBQ

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Top GunZ at Millstadt Fireman’s Picnic! Ultimate 80’s Rock Party

Millstadt, IL – Top GunZ is honored to bring the Ultimate 80’s Rock Party to Millstadt Union Fire Department Picnic again! Our friends in Twisted Road will be there on Saturday! Are you ready for a weekend of fun and music?!? Check GOING and share it out! See you soon!

Time: 8 PM

Friday’s Cornhole Tournament

Collinsville, IL – Grab a team and join us for the International Horseradish Festival Cornhole Tournament!

Time: 5 PM

 

Saturday, June 8th

43rd Annual Foz Ryan Memorial – Irish Open

Millstadt, IL – …This will be our first event at Triple Lakes Golf Course and we are looking forward to being able to include carts with the registration fee for all golfers…

Time: 7 AM – 2:30 PM

Horseradish Root Derby

Collinsville, IL – Build and race a derby car made out of a horseradish root! This event will not be timed and every participant will receive a ribbon. This event will be held in front of the Main Stage!

Time: 11 AM

O’Fallon Township Rummage Sale

O’Fallon, IL – O’Fallon Township Sale, 801 E. State Street.
Saturday, June 8, 2023 from 7am-noon. Pictures of items will be posted throughout the month and complete setup on Friday prior to sale…

Time: 7 AM – 12 PM

Open Tie Dye Day!

Belleville, IL – Come downtown for the Shriners festival of food trucks and stop by and tie dye a tshirt. Kids shirts $10 youth Xs-youth xl adult shirts $12 adult small-adult xl

Time: 10 AM – 3 PM

 

Sunday, June 9th

Arts in the Park

Columbia, IL – Celebrate the Arts! Enjoy local artists’ original work for viewing and purchase, performances by local community ensembles, a creative children’s arts area, high school art display, and food & drink.

Time: 11 AM – 6 PM

The 90’s PicNIC

St. Louis, MO – Welcome to The 90’s PicNIC! Get ready to travel back in time to one of the best decades of all – the 90’s! Join us at the Stone Shelter located in Tower Grove Park!..

Time: 12 PM – 6 PM

Downtown Concert Series

Waterloo, IL – The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present Pick n and a Grin n at our June free downtown concert series. This month’s concert is sponsored by First National Bank and Limitless Chiropractic.

Time: 4:30 PM

 

Monday, June 10th

Stepping Stone Creations (6-10 yrs)

Columbia, IL – Two retired art teachers are mixing up cement to have children design their own stepping stones…

Time: 10 AM – 11 AM

Tuesday, June 11th

Shakespeare in the Park: As You Like It

St. Louis, MO – In this spontaneous romp, the brilliant and resourceful heroine, Rosalind, and her friends, exiled from the confines of city life to the Forest of Arden, are free to explore new identities, friendships, and (of course) love…

Time: 8 Pm – 1-:45 PM

Wednesday, June 12th

Free Texas Holdem!!!

Smithton, IL – Join us for a night of free Texas Holdem!!!

Time: 6:30 PM

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Thursday, May 30th

Tequila & Taco Thursday at Copper Fire!

Belleville, IL – Hey everyone, I’ve got some exciting news to share! 🎉 We are bringing the sizzle and zest to our Thursdays with the much-anticipated Tequila & Taco Thursdays! …

Time: 12 PM – 10 PM

Mullberry Mingle

Belleville, IL – Mullberry Season here we come! The mulberries are getting ready and so is BHG. Join us for a special ticketed event Thursday, May 30th at Clara B’s Kitchen Table and LongStory coffee, in collaboration with Shoehorn Brewery…

Time: 5:30 PM – 8 PM

 

Friday, May 31st

Yard Sale!

Shiloh, IL – Yard Sale Friday May 31st 8a-2pm. All proceeds go to the Alzheimer’s Association!

Time: 8 AM – 2 PM

Senior Day

Belleville, IL – Join area seniors 55+ as they shop + dine along Downtown Belleville’s Main Street Friday, May 31st from 10am – 1pm on Senior Day!…

Time: 10 AM – 1 PM

Live Music: The Fabulous Motown Revue | Eckert’s Cider Shed

Belleville, IL – Come join us under the pavilion of Eckert’s Belleville Farm at the Cider Shed! This concert is family friendly. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks are allowed. Dogs are permitted in outdoor areas, as long as they are on a leash…

Time: 9:30 PM

Parking Lot Party

Edwardsville, IL – We will have the grills fired up!
Stop by and pickup lunch for yourself or the whole office.

Time: 11 AM – 2 PM

 

Saturday, June 1st

School is out for the Summer Party at Soulcial Kitchen!

Swansea, IL – Join us for a night of family fun! Face painting, games & contests, a DJ playing all of your family’s favorite hits, food trucks, and a caricaturist to grab some family photos!

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Summer Yoga Series

Belleville, IL – Join Yoga on Main every other Saturday this Summer, May through August, at Paderborn Square (just outside of Shoehorn Brewing) for a 45-minute all-levels yoga practice! Stick around the best Main Street in the country after and enjoy a local craft beer at Shoehorn Brewing and grab lunch at any of our fabulous restaurants!

Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM

New Menu Lunch

Freeburg, IL – New Ice-Cream Themed Menu Coming June 1

Time: 8 AM – 5 PM

Performing Live at the AMerican Legion

Columbia, IL – Special Guest FastWave

Time: 7 PM

Event by David Graham & Eskimo Brothers

Waterloo, IL – David Graham (Portland, OR) has become known as one of Nashville’s can’t miss live entertainers over the past Decade. His honky tonk trio has honed their stage show and sound from nearly 300 shows per year and thousands of hours in the Music City honky tonks in a variation of high energy ensembles.

Time: 5 PM

 

Sunday, June 2nd

Yoga on the Square

Belleville, IL – Belleville Health and Sports Center & yoga instructor Stacy Hudson are bringing you Yoga on the Square in downtown Belleville, IL on June 2 for completely FREE!..

Time: 10 AM

Mini Ninja Competition

Belleville, IL – …Hosted by the World Class Dragons team – The team kids will be helping coach John run the competition…

Time: 8:30 AM

 

Monday, June 3rd

Swansea Police & Fire Youth Academy

Swansea, IL – Swansea Police & Fire Youth Academy is BACK! Is your child between the ages of 9 and 13? Do they dream of becoming a police officer or a firefighter? Or maybe they just want to experience something exciting and new this summer? Then this is the perfect opportunity for them!

Time: June 3, 8 AM – June 5, 4 PM

Register for 2024 Summer Reading Programs

Columbia, IL – First 200 kids to sign up for the 2024 Summer Reading Program will get a free t-shirt! This year’s t-shirt will be sponsored by Columbia C.R.O.W.N.

Time: 9 AM – 4 PM

 

Tuesday, June 4th

Shakespeare in the Park: As You Like It

St. Louis, MO – In this spontaneous romp, the brilliant and resourceful heroine, Rosalind, and her friends, exiled from the confines of city life to the Forest of Arden, are free to explore new identities, friendships, and (of course) love…

Time: 8 PM – 10:45 PM

Start the Party! VBS

Fairview Heights, IL –

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Wednesday, June 5th

Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night

Belleville, IL – Kick off the week with a smoke at our weekly Jazz, Cigars & Scotch Night!! Our pairing will be scrumptious!! Elijah Craig Small Batch 1789 Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Punch Signature (5×54)!…

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

 

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Thursday, May 23rd

LIVE MUSIC @ June’s

Shiloh, IL – Our summer concert series is BACK! Join us Thursday, May 23 from 5-9pm for live music, beer/wine/cocktails on the patio. Music from Andrew Dahle from 6-9pm!

Time: 5 PM – 9 PM

Live Blues Night

Belleville, IL – This Thursday, CALLING ALL BLUES LOVERS!! “Live Blues Night” Enjoy an evening of Live Blues feat, solo guitarist Vernon Williams!! Come relax and enjoy your fav cigar! We open at 6pm…

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

Live Blues Night

Belleville, IL – This Thursday, CALLING ALL BLUES LOVERS!! “Live Blues Night” Enjoy an evening of Live Blues feat, solo guitarist Vernon Williams!…

Time: 7:30 PM – 11 PM

 

Friday, May 24th

Memorial Day Weekend Open Garden Event @ Hostas on the Bluff

Fairview Heights, IL – We are going to open the gardens up to celebrate Memorial Day weekend. There are over 250 Hosta varieties to choose from.
All military members receive a free Patriot or Minuteman hosta with any purchase…

Time: 10 AM – 5 PM

Live Music: Hudson and the HooDoo Cats

Belleville, IL – Blending the influences of Texas’ rockin’ blues, country, rockabilly, and swing, with St. Louis’ historic soul, jump-blues and groovin’ urban blues. Move and groove with the Austin, Texas born and raised, Hudson Harkins, songwriter, singer, drummer and bandleader, and his band, Hudson and the Hoo Doo Cats.

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

VIP Allocated Whiskey Tasting

Fairview Heights, IL – …ALLOCATED ITEMS BEING SAMPLED: (3/4oz Pours)
Cream of Kentucky 7yr Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, Penelope Rio Cask Finished Bourbon, Penelope Tokaji Cask Finish, Hancock’s President’s Reserve, Shenk’s Homestead Sour Mash Whiskey…

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM

R&N @ Danny’s Irish Pub (formerly Crehan’s)

Belleville, IL – Event by Rogers & Nienhaus. New name is Danny’s Irish Pub!!!

Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

EVERY Friday Fish Fry at the Millstadt VFW

Millstadt, IL – Kitchen is open from 4-8pm (lots to choose from on the menu) – CLUBROOM opens at 4pm – Queen of Hearts drawing at 7pm

Time: 4 PM – 8 PM

 

Saturday, May 25th

Live Music: Adam Harbison

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Memorial Day Barn Bash!

Columbia, IL – Come enjoy Fried Chicken and BBQ Pork Steaks, and Brats, Fresh Corn Bread and the Best Drink Specials in Columbia, $2 Glasses of Wine, $1 PBR Cans!
Live Music by Barnyard Cats all evening!

Time: 2 PM – 6 PM

Summer Reading Kick-Off!

O’Fallon, IL – Exciting news! 🎉 OFPL’s Summer Reading Programs are back!
Join us in our outdoor event space for our summer reading kick-off bash! 🌞📚

Time: 10 AM

Raelynn Alyse & Josh Boyer

Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 3 PM – 6 PM

Caffeine and Chrome – Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis

O’Fallon, IL – Celebrate our 25 years of classic car excellence at our May 25th Caffeine and Chrome! Our event starts at 9am; come partake in coffee and pastries (while supplies last)! 

Time: 9 AM

Community Yard Sale

O’Fallon, IL – Thornbury Hill Community Yard Sale is scheduled for 25 May 2024 from 7am to 1pm.

Time: 7 AM – 1 PM

 

Sunday, May 26th

Brunch, Bottomless Mimosas and Live Music from Tommy Halloran

St. Louis, MO – It’s a long weekend! Spend your Sunday having brunch and bottomless mimosas in the biergarten while listening to Tommy Halloran. We can accommodate large groups, so bring your friends. Cheers!

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Dazed n Confused @ Vintage Wine Bar

Waterloo, IL – Dazed n Confused STL

Time: 2 PM

SOS Live at Copperfire!

Belleville, IL – Come celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with great food, cold drinks and live music.

Time: 7 PM – 10 PM

Live Music: Zydeco Crawdaddys

Belleville, IL – Join us for a concert inside our NEW! Cider Shed. This concert is FREE and family-friendly. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks are allowed.

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

 

Monday, May 27th

Memorial Day All Day Skate!

Belleville, IL – Enjoy 8 hours of skating for just $6.00*! PLUS every skater gets a free hot dog and drink! Games, prizes and tons of fun!

Time: 10 AM – 6 PM

Pioneer Monthly Win-a-Box: May

Fairview Heights, IL – IGC is proud to support the Pioneer format! so grab a friend and your best Pioneer legal deck and compete in our Monthly Pioneer Win-a-Box Tournament.

Time: 7 PM

Memorial Day at Fountain Inn

Valmeyer, IL – We will be serving
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Brisket Sandwiches
Hot dogs
Sling N Scoops popsicle’s

Time: 2 PM

 

Tuesday, May 28th

MJ

St. Louis, MO – He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to St. Louis as MJ, the multi Tony Award®-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own.

Time: 7:30 PM – 10 PM

Sportsplex Summer Day Camp

Belleville, IL – Join the all new Sportsplex Summer Day Camp. Please see the website for details and registration. https://metroeastsportsplex.com/day-camp-1

Time: 7 AM

 

Wednesday, May 29th

Copper Hour 4-7 Wednesday – Fridays!

Belleville, IL – Happy Hour alert! Get ready for a flavor-packed extravaganza that’ll make your taste buds dance!…

Time: 4 PM – 7 PM