Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas!
Thursday, June 19th
Karaoke at Sullivan’s
Belleville, IL – DJ Rico bringing down the house with Karaoke every THURSDAY at Sullivan’s – 8pm-12am!
Time: 8 PM – 11:45 PM
Rope Basket Class
Columbia, IL – These lovely and useful rope baskets will warm up any home. They make great quick and easy gifts great for the holidays or housewarming
Time: 12 PM – 3 PM
Third Thursday Cycling Meet-Up
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 of Shiloh every third Thursday
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Backlot Pop-Up at Bella Loo’s!
Waterloo, IL – Join us in store for fun summer items and then head out back for our pop-up
Time: 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Friday, June 20th
Live Music: Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute ft. Shawn Gerhard
Belleville, IL – The ULTIMATE GARTH BROOKS TRIBUTE ft. Shawn Gerhard is a high-energy show from Nashville, TN recreating Garth’s greatest hits with world-class musicians… guaranteed excitement for all ages.
Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
Health & Nutrition Seminars at the Monroe County Y 🥗
Columbia, IL – Join the Monroe County Y for FREE nutrition seminars – open to members and nonmembers! Sign up for the seminars and learn more about each session here: https://tinyurl.com/monroe-county-nutrition
Time: 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Maryville Caregiver Coffee Talk
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
“Come On Sugar” Rodeo URA/MRCA
Waterloo, IL – Full rodeo fun!!! Bring your friends and family and WEAR red!!! This rodeo is in honor of Patty Donley the contractor of Bar H rodeos Sister Mary Kinsey
Time: Jun 20 at 8 PM – Jun 21 at 11 PM
Saturday, 21st
The Old Belleville Historical Neighborhood Yard Sale
Belleville, IL – Here it is!!! Streets will be shut down and enjoy a beautiful Saturday morning! There will be over 15 homes participating! See you then!
Time: 7:30 AM – 12 PM
Butterfly Encounters
Columbia, IL – Surround yourself with butterflies by stepping into one of the butterfly tents and engaging with our hands-on butterfly activities
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
80’s Themed Fit-a-Thon
Swansea, IL – We are excited about our next Fit-a-Thon and it’s and 80’s theme
Time: 7 AM – 10:30 AM
MCFM June 21
Waterloo, IL – Kick off the summer season, soak up the sunshine, and support your favorite local farmers, bakers, and artisans at the Monroe County Farmers Market
Time: 7:30 AM – 12 PM
The Roost Throwdown
Smithton, IL – First day of summer party
Time: Jun 21 at 12 PM – Jun 22 at 2 AM
Sunday, June 22nd
Cousins Maine Lobster 🦞 at Belleville – Shoehorn Brewing
Belleville, IL – 🦞🌟Get ready for an amazing event with our food truck, serving up the freshest Maine lobster delights directly to you! 🦞
Time: 12 PM – 7 PM
Hot Rods for Heroes Car Show 2025
Belleville, IL – Register your vehicle at 208 Rapp Street Columbia Illinois. $20 entry fee Top 20 and 10 specialty awards with awards at 3pm. Dash plaques to the first 150 entries
Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
PTC Summer Social
Swansea, IL – Join Whiteside PTC for appetizers and fun at our annual summer social
Time: 2:30 PM
Sacred Sound Journey: A Night of Transformation | Facebook
Waterloo, IL – 🌿 Sacred Sound Journey: A Night of Transformation 🌿
Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Monday, June 23rd
Columbia Morning Summer Soccer Camp
Belleville, IL – Event by Elite FT
Time: 9 AM
VBS Magnified 2025
Swansea, IL – Join us for our annual free VBS program. Kids can learn about Jesus through games, crafts and fun!!
Time: 8:30 PM
Tuesday, June 24th
Berry Well Red Book Club 📚
Belleville, IL – Join us on the last Tuesday of each month at 5 PM in The Cider Shed for thoughtful discussion and a splash of something delicious
Time: 5 PM
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: 11 AM – 12 PM
Name that Tune Trivia
Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday, June 25th
Southern style bbq food & wine pairing
Belleville, IL – Event by Grappa Growlers RSVP required 618-234-9463
Time: 6 PM
Smoke’n Aces Poker League Tournaments at West Park Bowl
Columbia, IL – Join Our FREE June Poker League! 🎉 Play FREE Texas Hold’em Poker and win REAL CASH every single month!
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Tyler Morgan
Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar
Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
