Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas!
Thursday, May 15th
🎉 **Scavenger Hunt Skate Party!** 🎉
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
Live Music: Dade Farrar
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
Market Day!
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
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…
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Wheated Bourbon Tasting Night at Stubborn German!
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
Art on the Square 2025
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
Jordan Rainer is back at the Venue!
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
Johnny Henry!
Columbia, IL – Event by Chateau La Vin
Time: 7 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
Array Saint Louis (Band) @ Pete’s Hard Stop, Smithton, IL
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
Local and Self-Published Multi-Author Event
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
Beginner Sourdough Workshop
Columbia, IL – Event by Makers On Main Street and Shawn Scheidt
Time: 12 PM – 2 PM
THE TAILGATE SPORTS BAR & GAMING with TONY G.
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
South of Town Debuts at The Roost
Smithton, IL – Come hang out with us, eat, drink and be merry and listen to some amazing music
Time: 7 PM – 10 PM
House Blend
Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar, Kevin Grace and Justin Schmidt
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Sunday, May 18th
Just One More at Silver Creek
Belleville, IL – Join us for some rock and roll at Silver Creek Sports & Social in Belleville, IL
Time: 8 PM – 12 AM
Ethan Carl: Sunset Overlook
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
Nail Trim Day
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
Jamie Keys
Smithton, IL – Jamie has the voice of an angel! Come check her out for Sunday funday
Time: 2 PM – 5 PM
Mini Metaphysical Fair
Waterloo, IL – Step into the magic at our Mini Metaphysical Fair this Sunday at Kodiak Hollow!
Time: 11 AM – 3 PM
Monday, May 19th
ACO Regional- Belleville, IL
Belleville, IL – Event by American Cornhole Organization
Time: 5:45 PM
Monday Fun-Day
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
Monroe County Farmers Market
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
FREE Open Play Tuesday Night Sand Volleyball
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
Veteran Appreciation: Free Drink at Salt and Honey for Vets!
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
Rock n Roll Bingo
Waterloo, IL – Event by Vintage Wine Bar
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday, May 21st
Kick off to Summer Glow up
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
May Social
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
Welcome Wreath DIY
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
Sound + Ground
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
