The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For March 7th – March 13, 2024

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

 

Thursday, March 7th

Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck

Millstadt, IL – Nationally known and locally owned, we’re bringing Maine lobster to your neighborhood!

Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Lotte Brookes Boutique Spring Launch!

Columbia, IL – Lotte Brookes Boutique (Spring Launch)
Spring collection features gorgeous blends of bright colors in tops, dresses, pants and skirts

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Friday, March 8th

Music by Johnny Henry

Columbia, IL – Come listen to Johnny and Jeff at Sunset Overlook

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Dupo Class of 2026 Rock & Roll Bingo Fundraiser

Columbia, ILDoors Open @ 5:30Pm
Bingo Starts @ 7:00pm

Advance Tickets: $25
At the Door (if still available): $35
For Tickets:
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Angie 618-719-5826 or Jenny 618-223-3690

Starts 7:00 PM

HBR Home Expo 2024

Belleville, IL – Everything for your Home
Remodeling or Building New.
Latest Products for inside your home or outside
Hottubs, Pools, Bathrooms,Kitchens, Decking, Fencing, Countertops, Garages. Windows, Decor and so much more.
Free Parking…. Free Admission
Bring your Donations of Dog Food, Cat Food or treats for the Belleville Humane Society and get an extra Entry in the Prize Giveawsys every Hour. Someone will Win a New Hottub from Hottubs of St. Louis
Local Youth Enteryainment all weekend see schedule at www.hbrmea.org
Clydesdale’s appearances on Saturday and Sunday see schedule for times
Contractors Yard Sale- New items for your home donated by HBR Members reduced pricing by 75% cash and carry.
Pet Adoptions on Saturday and Sunday
This Expo is a must attend so much to see over 125 booths.
Thank you to our event Sponsors
Hot Tubs Of St Louis
Liese Lumber
Phoenix Remodeling
Union Contractors Council
Carpenters Local 662

Time: Mar 8, 11:00 AM – Mar 10, 4:00 PM

Saturday, March 9th

An Adult Easter Egg Hunt

Smithton, ILJoin us at the Smithton Turner Hall for an egg-citing Easter event on 3/9/2024 from 6pm-10pm. Hunt for joy with 200 tickets up for grabs filled with candy, prizes and the spirit of the season! Your ticket allows you to hunt for at least 12 eggs, so don’t forget your flashlight!
Enjoy snacks and sip on some cheer with available alcohol for purchase and let the Easter fun unfold. Secure your ticket and hop into the celebration.
The plan for the night:
– Doors open at 6pm…get your seats, a drink, snacks and check out our prizes!
– Egg Hunt will start promptly at 7pm
– Each egg will have candy, mini alcohol, or lottery ticket and a raffle ticket inside!
– After the Hunt (~8pm), we will have a raffle for prizes. Everyone will get 12 raffle tickets (found in your eggs) and there will be an opportunity to purchase more if you would like.

Go to https://www.zeffy.com/…/a2ebe30a-c308-4a2f-9ce8… to secure your ticket. You can also go to http://www.uccsmithton.org/. See you there!

Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Das Bevo Classic Cocktail Party

St. Louis, MO – We’re going to shake things up with a Saturday night classic cocktail party! Sip martinis, have dinner and lounge by the fire at your favorite South City windmill. It’s free to attend. Bring your friends!

Starts 5:00 PM

Fish Fry and Flag Retirement

Oakville, MO – FISH FRY till 4pm or sold out and flag retirement ceremony directly after. Come watch an amazing ceremony and meet our veterans!

Starts 1:00 PM

Sunday, March 10th

Dazed n Acoustic @ Sunset Overlook

Columbia, IL – Afternoon show

Starts 3:00 PM

Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck

Millstadt, IL – Nationally known and locally owned, we’re bringing Maine lobster to your neighborhood!

Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Easter Bunny – Makers on Main Street

Columbia, IL – Come on in and get your photo taken with the Easter Bunny from 1-3! Photos taken by Kling Kamera Photography. You will receive a printout and a digital copy will be released later the same day.
Cost is $20
No reservation needed 🐰

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Chalan Pago Grill Pop-Up at Shoehorn

Belleville, IL – The Chalan Pago Grill pop-up is coming to Shoehorn! Join us Sunday, March 10th from 2-5p where the Chalan Pago Grill will be serving up Chamorro fusion cuisine!

Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Monday, March 11th

Tot-Time (19 mos. – 3 yrs)

Columbia, IL – Toddlers and their caregivers join in on simple stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun activity or themed craft.

Time 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Kid’s DIY craft night

Belleville, IL – Join us as we host another DIY painting party! Choose one of crafts:
-11″ Personalized Name door hanger (please type name in notes at check out)
-Animal coin bank (square is approx. 4.5”x4.5”)
– Two 11×14 Blank canvases
-16″x16″ barn quilt
Purchase of ticket will include
All supplies needed for the project of your choosing
Soft drinks, lemonade, tea & bottled water
ADD a personal size grazing/charcuterie board prepared by the chefs at Marco’s express for $12.
There will be an cash bar available to purchase alcoholic beverages for our guests 21+ Years old provided by Marcos Express! You may bring your own snacks and food OR pre order a personal size grazing/charcuterie board prepared by the chefs at Marco’s express for $12.
**(there will be no exclusive menu to order from for this event so please pre order your charcuterie board or be sure to bring your own snacks to enjoy!)**
**to ensure your project is ready to create when you arrive you MUST PRE-REGISTER to this event**
*while outside food is welcome our venue does NOT allow outside alcoholic beverages*
Limited seating available, registration ends Tuesday March 5th.

Starts: 4:30 PM

PBS-STL Collaboration Brew Day at Shoehorn Brewing

Belleville, IL – Current PBS-STL Members and future Members: If you can’t make it to Blue Jay Brewing in the AM, join us in the PM at Shoehorn Brewing for more PBS-STL learning and brewing fun!

Starts: 4:30 PM

Tuesday, March 12th

Pick Your Project

Columbia, IL – Project Choices
-Signs click here: https://bit.ly/36xZnWf
-DOOR HANGERS click here: https://bit.ly/2TCpAxK
-3D GALLERY click here: https://bit.ly/2Yp5REt
Once you find the project select Columbia Pick Your Project with the corresponding date you wish to attend.
Order 10 days prior to the event.

Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Babygarten

Columbia, IL – Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes.

Time: 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM

 

Wednesday, March 13th

Craft Night at the Library (Adults)

Columbia, IL – Make a Bunny Wall Hanger for your Spring decor at home!

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For February 29th – March 6th, 2024

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

 

Thursday, February 29th

Dazed n Acoustic @ Sunset Overlook

Columbia, IL – Leap year party!! Let’s celebrate an early spring!!

Starts 6:00 PM

Tequila & Taco Thursday at Copper Fire!

Belleville, ILWe are bringing the sizzle and zest to our Thursdays with the much-anticipated Tequila & Taco Thursdays! 🤞🌮

Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

The Mission Thrift Store — 50% Off Sale

Belleville, IL -Special 3 day sale Thur, Fri, Sat 50% OFF EVERYTHING

Starts: 10:00 AM 

Friday, March 1st

Dungeons and Dragons (11-17 yrs.)

Columbia, IL – Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Develop your problem solving and improve skills in this role-playing game with dragons, orcs, and other monstrous creatures! Game materials are provided along with snacks and drinks. Participants will be grouped into 4-6 players per game.

Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Annie’s Produce Cereal Menu Launch

Waterloo, IL – Event by The Coffee Pot

We will be parked outside of Annie’s Fresh Produce

Time: 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM

Start Smart Soccer Program

Scott Air Force Base, IL – Introduce your little ones to the world of soccer through our special program, Start Smart Soccer! This program is designed for boys & girls, 3 – 4 years of age, to learn the basics of the game while having fun! Play is on Saturday mornings from 9-10 a.m. at the Youth Center. Parents will be assisting their child in this fun soccer camp.

Registration: Mar. 1-29. Season begins: Apr. 13. Cost: $65 Members includes 2 soccer balls, shin guards and t-shirt. Register in person at the Youth Center, (618) 256-5139.

Time: 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM

Highway to Hellevores @ Hostas on the Bluff

Fairview Heights, IL – We are excited to announce that it is finally time for our annual Hellebores event. There will be 35 lovely varieties to choose from and many are in full bloom. All of the varieties are posted on our website with pictures and prices. (All are currently still in stock!)

Pre orders are encouraged if you have a specific variety that you have your eye on. We can also hold online orders for a future pickup date if you can’t make the event.
We will close pre orders on Thursday February 29th at 10pm.

Call us if you would prefer to order over the phone. 618.830.5929

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Usher: Now & Then Adult Skate!

Belleville, IL – We all saw it…Usher killing it on skates during the Super Bowl halftime show!

His music has been a staple in skating rinks across the country over the years. So we’re bringing a night of Usher’s songs from way back to now. I mean, who doesn’t remember hearing the beat to “Yeah” and flying out to the skating floor?!

Time: 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Saturday, March 2nd

Eat & Drink for A Cause – Fundraiser Supporting Allison Ford

Columbia, IL -Come out and support Allison Ford on her road to recovery on March 2nd, 2024 from 12pm-11pm at Pair-Of-Dice in Columbia, IL!

Event details:
-Pair-Of-Dice will be donating a percentage of sales
-Guest bartenders from 12pm-7:30pm with 100% of tips going to Allison
-Raffle baskets, Alcohol Wagon Raffle, 50/50 Drawings, Scratch off Board, with 100% of sales going to Allison
-DJ Ray Ortega with karaoke from 8pm-11pm

Time: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Pleasant Ridge Nursey — Helleborus Sale!

Maryville, IL – Don’t miss out on these gorgeous Helleborus plants! They are early bloomers and already starting to bud.

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

St. Patricks Day & Easter Barn Sale

Highland, IL – Event by The Crafty Heifers Creations

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday, March 3rd

Bottled in Bond Day with E.H. Taylor at Stubborn German

Waterloo, ILWe’re super stoked that we are a celebration venue for E.H. Taylor Bottled in Bond Day! On March 3, 1897, Congress passed the Bottled in Bond Act. Legendary bourbon distiller, E.H. Taylor led the charge to make this act happen. We’re excited to celebrate this historical day with you!

We’ll do an official toast at 3:00pm on Sunday, March 3rd. We’ll have E.H. Taylor flights available for purchase (limited quantities) starting at noon when we open.
Chris has so much fun dressing up as Colonel Taylor last year, and he can’t wait to do it again!
Raise a glass with us to E.H. Taylor on Friday, March 3rd!
-Chris, Tammy, and the Stubborn German crew

Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Freeburg Sportsman’s Club 3-D Bow Shoot

Freeburg, IL – WE ARE ALLOWING CROSSBOWS AT THIS BOW SHOOT. ADMISSION: $25. THOSE WITH CROSSBOWS WILL NOT PLACE IN A CLASS AND CAN SHOOT FROM THE OPEN CLASS STAKE.
Admission: Adult: $15/ Seniors (55+): $12
Youth: $10/ Cub: $5
Shoots will be held regardless of weather
Food and beverages are available
No alcohol permitted on range
For more information: please see our website or Facebook page.
Winners will be posted on our website: www.Freeburgsportsman.com and Facebook page.
Winners may pick up trophies at any bow shoot or at 7:45 pm
on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Shooter attendance prize given at each shoot. 

Starts: 7:00 AM

Florida Strawberries O’Fallon

O’Fallon, IL🗓WHEN: Sun Mar 3rd 1:30PM-2:00PM CST
🌏LOCATION: Gateway Classic Cars, 1237 Central Park Dr AVAILABLE THIS DELIVERY DATE:
🍓Florida Strawberries Approx 8lbs-$30
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Cash, Venmo, Check Accepted at pickup! No Prepayment when signing up

Time: 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Monday, March 4th

DIY Kids Class – St. Patrick’s Day

Columbia, IL – Time: 10am-12pm
Cost: $50
Drop the kiddos off on their day off for 2 hours of crafting.
We will be Tie Dying a t-shirt for St. Patrick’s Day and we will be making a Leprechaun Trap to trap the leprechaun for St. Patrick’s Day! Chocolate Gold coins included!

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tuesday, Match 5th

Charcuterie Class with Boarding House Bistro

O’ Fallon, IL – Join us for an evening of fun. You will be guided through the best way to design your very own charcuterie board, and then will be able to enjoy it while you eat it too! Each registration will have their own custom board to take home as well.

Starts: 6:30 PM

Lego Club (4-12 yrs.)

Columbia, ILFree build with Legos, try out our LEGO challenge cards, or take on our monthly challenge!

Recommended for ages 4-12 yrs.

Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday, March 6th

PBS-STL Collaboration Brew Day at Millpond Brewing

Millstadt, IL – Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day® is an international celebration of women and non-binary individuals in the fermented/alcoholic beverage industry — a movement to recognize the impact they have on our industry. Each year, registered teams brew beer and participate in Collaboration Brew Day, donating portions of the proceeds of their sales to help fund scholarships that support the Pink Boots mission to assist, inspire, and encourage the professional development and education of women and non-binary individuals in our industry. It is our largest, annual fundraising event.
Current members and future members, please join us for a day of brewing and fun at Millpond Brewing!

Starts: 8:30AM

Upcoming Events for November 10th – November 16th

 

Thursday, November 10th

Explore Waterloo Shop & Dine Day – Downtown Waterloo

Waterloo, IL –Come explore, shop and dine in beautiful historic Waterloo, IL! We have a gorgeous walkable downtown and so many options to fill your day. Bring your besties and spend the day with us! To see the list of participants, click the link above.
Start Time- 10:00 AM

Roaming Home- Bennie’s Pizza Pub

Belleville, IL –Stop by Bennies Pizza Pub and enjoy a live show of your favorite tunes from Joey and Alex. Grab your favorite pizza slice and drink and enjoy the show!
Time-6:00 PM -10:00 PM

Friendsgiving – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms

Belleville, IL – Join us for our first-ever Friendsgiving celebration in our NEW! Cider Shed. Grab your friends and head out to enjoy a mini Thanksgiving Feast featuring oven-roasted turkey, sweet potatoes, green beans, freshly baked dinner roll, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and a slice of our home-baked pumpkin pie. It’s not Thanksgiving without drinks – this delicious tasting will include our original hard cider flight featuring our blackberry, apple, strawberry, and peach hard cider. It’s the perfect way to get in the holiday spirit. $25. No reservations required.
Time: 11am – 9PM

Friday, November 11th

DJ & Karaoke – Mikey’s Pub

Smithton, IL – First Responder Entertainment is making their debut at Mikey’s Pub in Smithton come out and have a good time with us. Bring your dancing shoes and your singing voices. We will bring the party.
Start Time: 8:00 PM

Lil Sister Band – Triple Lakes Tavern

Dupo, IL – Enjoy your favorite drink at Triple Lakes Tavern with friends and family while listening to the band, Lil Sister Band! It will be the last day to enjoy the beautiful weather!
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Veterans Day Parade – O’Fallon Park

O’Fallon, IL – Join us as we celebrate the veterans who have selfishly defended our country! The walk will start at O’Fallon Park then will head West on E 3rd St, North on S Lincoln, West on W 1st St, and the end at VFW Post 805. If you are interested in walking, riding, skipping or however you want, please email us at [email protected].
Start Time: 2:00 PM

Thankful for you PARTNER PAINT & DATE Night – The Weingarten

Belleville, IL – Grab your partner & join us for an evening of bonding through creativity! A glass of Sangria/beer/soda is included in your ticket! All supplies needed will be provided, along with 2 hours of step by step instruction as the artist paints along with the group. This is an acrylic painting class. Each painter will paint their own canvas. ONE TICKET NEEDED PER PAIR! Completed paintings will fit together with your painting partners painting.  You are welcome to customize this however you choose. Additional color options will be available. Food/beverages available for additional purchase & welcome during paint time!
Tickets are $55 – click here to reserve now! 
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM

 

Saturday, November 12th

Brewery Collectibles Show and Antique Bottle & Jar Show – Belle Clair Fairgrounds

Belleville, IL  – There will be 275 tables and 500 walk-ins for your viewing. There will also be a Large Raffle, Free Parking, and Food & Drink available on premises. For more information contact Kevin Kious at 618-346-2634 or via email at [email protected].
Time: 9:00 am – 2:00 PM

Jefferson Barracks 100 Years Celebration – Jefferson Barracks Medical Center

St. Louis, MO – The Jefferson Barrack VA hospital is celebrating 100 years of world class service to our nation’s heroes. There will be food trucks, a car show, Veterans Village, and more! This is a Family Friendly Event, and everyone is welcome! For more information, click the title above.
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Fall Craft Fair & Makers Market – Swansea Improvement Center

Swansea, IL – Come check out all your local artists and shop with some small shops from RIGHT HERE! Support local! Come check out the event! The bar will open at 10:00 AM and the fish stand will open at 11:00 AM. This is a family friendly event.
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Paint and Sip – Grappa Growlers

Belleville, IL – Paint a fun Christmas masterpiece while enjoying some great beverages! Pick your piece below and join us at 1pm at Grappa Growlers in Belleville, IL. All materials will be provided and the bar will be open! Contact Grappa Growlers for tickets – Thursday is the last day to choose your painting choice. To see the choices, click the title above.
Start Time: 12:00 PM

Thanksgiving Farmers Markets

University City, MO – The Celebration of the Season continues. Enjoy live Music with friends and family around Toasty Fires. Vendors with Seasonal Farm Goods & Fresh Produce, Local Artisan Foods & Hand-Crafted Wares. Plenty of Good Eats & Saucy Drinks. A great time to stock-up the pantry. Everyone’s Invited!
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

 

Rock Show with Broken Blind – Pete’s Hard Stop

Smithton, IL – Stop by Pete’s Hard Stop and enjoy the live show with Broken Blind!
Start Time: 8:00 PM

Edwardsville Craft Fair 2022

Edwardsville, IL – The Tiger Band Art & Craft Fair is an annual arts and craft fair with handcrafted items from over 200 vendors and is sponsored by the Edwardsville Band Boosters. All proceeds from this show benefit the Edwardsville High School band program. Concessions – breakfast & lunch and Bake sale.
Reminder – NO strollers are allowed

ADMISSION:
$5 general admission
$4 seniors (60 plus) and military
Children under 12 free
Time: Saturday 9:00AM – 4:00PM and Sunday 10:00AM – 4:00PM

Sunday, November 13th

Queen of Hearts – Millpond Brewing Company

Millstadt, IL – Queen of Hearts drawing benefiting St. James Athletic Association. Drawing at 6:00pm, please arrive early to sign up.
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Monday, November 14th

Queen of Hearts for HSS Drawing- Pair of Dice

Columbia, IL – Join us every Monday at Pair of Dice for the Queen of Hearts for HSS Drawing. The Queen of Hearts drawing is at 7 PM and ticket sales will end at 6:30. The 50/50 drawing is immediately after Queen of Hearts drawing.
Time- 5:30 PM -8:00 PM

Tuesday, November 15th

Giving Tuesday – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms

Belleville, IL – When you dine in with us at our Country Restaurant on Tuesdays in November and order our Famous Fried Chicken Dinner, we will then donate a Fried Chicken Dinner to Operation Food Search in an effort to provide for those in need. Help us give back to our community one fried chicken dinner at a time!
Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Crafternoon- Millstadt Library

Millstadt, IL – Come craft and learn every Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. at the Library with Miss Penny! Children of ALL AGES are welcome!
Time- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday, November 16th

Dine and Discover – St. John the Baptist Catholic School

Smithton, IL – We are inviting all preschool parents to come and dine with their child for lunch. The day will begin at 11:00AM in the preschool classrooms. The preschool teachers will discuss what the students have been learning about so far. Then, we will offer a tour of the Kindergarten-eighth grade classrooms and highlight some special projects and activities. You then will head over to the Munier Center at 11:30AM to enjoy a pizza and salad lunch with your child. You will also be able to ask questions about our Kindergarten through eighth grade program and be treated to lunch with your favorite little preschooler! It will be a fun morning!
Start Time: 11:00 AM