Check out these local events that are happening in the surrounding areas!
Thursday, December 7th
Gentle Flow & Restore – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville
Belleville, IL – This NEW class format is a 90-minute class. This class combines gentle flow (vinyasa) yoga with an extended restorative portion of the class. The best of a vinyasa yoga class and a Restorative yoga class together. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Holiday Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms
Eureka, MO – Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season at Brookdale Farm’s enchanting Holiday Pop-Up Bar! Nestled within the charming confines of our rustic barn, this one-of-a-kind experience promises an extravagant and gaudy atmosphere that will transport you to a world of yuletide cheer and merriment. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 12:00 PM
Friday, December 8th
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, IL – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Forever Vintage Christmas Market – Belle Clair Fairground & Expo Center
Belleville, IL – A buying weekend to find the most perfect Christmas gifts! Vendors from all around the Country vending Repurposed, Industrial, Vintage, Architectural Salvage, Antiques, Primitives, Handmade, Furniture, Boutique & more! Live music, hand crafted cocktails, and amazing eats!
Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Home for the Holidays – Vine Street Market at O’fallon Station
O’Fallon, IL – The O’Fallon Downtown District and the Vine Street Market have combined the former Tinsel Around Town and Winter Market into one event to celebrate the holiday season! We are excited to have a wonderful market full of artisans and local food vendors, specialty shopping in the Downtown District businesses, story time with Mrs. Clause, activities at the Caboose an O’Fallon landmark and more. We look forward to seeing you stroll through our wonderful downtown with your family and friends!
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Holiday Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms
Eureka, MO – Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season at Brookdale Farm’s enchanting Holiday Pop-Up Bar! Nestled within the charming confines of our rustic barn, this one-of-a-kind experience promises an extravagant and gaudy atmosphere that will transport you to a world of yuletide cheer and merriment. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 12:00 PM
Every Little Thing – Copper Fire
Belleville, IL – Every Little Thing performs a variety of hits from rock to pop, r&b, and country. High energy, always entertaining and brings “every little thing” to a performance.
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, December 9th
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, IL – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Santa at the Library – Columbia Public Library
Columbia, IL – Come join the Columbia Public Library as we host visits with Santa at the library this year! Santa visits with children and poses for pictures (bring your own camera). Fun craft, treats, and more will be held in the basement!
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Forever Vintage Christmas Market – Belle Clair Fairground & Expo Center
Belleville, IL – A buying weekend to find the most perfect Christmas gifts! Vendors from all around the Country vending Repurposed, Industrial, Vintage, Architectural Salvage, Antiques, Primitives, Handmade, Furniture, Boutique & more! Live music, hand crafted cocktails, and amazing eats!
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Christmas on The Hill – The Hill
St.Louis, MO – Join us for Christmas on The Hill – a day of fun and Christmas magic! This annual event brings friends and neighbors together at the heart of The Hill for holiday traditions for the entire family.
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Klose Kuarters Live – Copper Fire
Belleville, IL – Join us for live music by Klose Kuarters while enjoying drinks and food in this amazing atmosphere!
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
80’s Christmas Ball Pub Crawl – Schmitty’s
Belleville, IL – Break out your fanciest 80’s attire or get your butt to the thrift store because this event is gonna be RAD! Each location will have something special waiting for you. Schmittys will have DJ Schwen spinning all your favorite 80’s songs and a photographer to take portraits just like in high school. Our Christmas gift to will be a 8×10 photo available for pick up at a later date.
Start Time: 6:00 PM
Holiday Pop Up Bar – Brookdale Farms
Eureka, MO – Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season at Brookdale Farm’s enchanting Holiday Pop-Up Bar! Nestled within the charming confines of our rustic barn, this one-of-a-kind experience promises an extravagant and gaudy atmosphere that will transport you to a world of yuletide cheer and merriment. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 12:00 PM
Sunday, December 10th
Breakfast with Santa – Cafe on the Abbey
Columbia, IL – Come by Cafe on the Abbey in December for Breakfast with Santa! Cafe on the Abbey will have some wonderful breakfast specials and some wonderful giveaways for Mom and Dad to sign up for. You don’t want to miss it!
Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Winterfest – Kiener Plaza
St. Louis, IL – Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is bringing back all the fan favorites, including ice skating, s’mores stations, and igloos underneath 100,000 twinkling lights in the shadow of the Gateway Arch. This six-week winter celebration will also showcase exciting events like St. Louis Blues’ try hockey free, visits from princesses and superheroes, and a family friendly New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular. We are so excited to celebrate the winter season with you all again this year! Tickets for skate rentals and heated igloos are now available. For more information, click here.
Time: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Forever Vintage Christmas Market – Belle Clair Fairground & Expo Center
Belleville, IL – A buying weekend to find the most perfect Christmas gifts! Vendors from all around the Country vending Repurposed, Industrial, Vintage, Architectural Salvage, Antiques, Primitives, Handmade, Furniture, Boutique & more! Live music, hand crafted cocktails, and amazing eats!
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Lane Narrows – Copper Fire
Belleville, IL – This will most likely be our last show of the year! Come celebrate the holidays early and sip on some cider!
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Xtreme Bar Bingo – Eckert’s Country Store & Farms
Belleville, IL – Join us every Sunday for Xtreme Bar Bingo. Free to play. Join us in our NEW! Cider Shed for your chance to win Cash, Prizes, or even the Jackpot. Delicious food & drinks available for purchase from the Cider Shed. May not bring in any outside food or drink.
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Monday, December 11th
Xtreme Bar Bingo – Columbia City Saloon
Columbia, IL – Join us every Monday night for Xtreme Bar Bingo! It’s free to play and you must be 21 to play.
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday, December 12th
Strengthen & Stretch – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville
Belleville, IL – This movement class includes balance, strength, and flexibility. We will use body weight, tubes, bands, and/or dumbbells. The class will finish with long slow stretching. For tickets, click here.
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Cozy Knit Blanket DIY – Makers On Main Street
Belleville, IL – Join us for a DIY workshop featuring cozy knit blankets! In this event, we will guide you through the steps of the hand knitting process to create a super soft blanket. Knit one for yourself or give one as a gift! The blanket requires no needles or knitting experience! You will receive enough chunky chenille yarn to make an approximately 40″ x 50″ lap blanket. Yarn colors are shown. At the event, you can swap one of your skeins of yarn with a friend to have a multicolor blanket. For tickets, click here.
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday, December 13th
Stress & Anxiety Release – Yoga Sanctuary of Belleville
Belleville, IL – Open to ALL skill levels. No Yoga experience is necessary. A mindful slower-paced class that consists of gentle floor movements, stretches, and meditation. In addition, restorative poses that promote relaxation and calm to a stressed and agitated Nervous System. You will emerge feeling enlightened and rejuvenated. For tickets, click here.
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Pop Culture Trivia – 1428 Tap Haus
Belleville, IL – Join us every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for Free Bar Trivia courtesy of Chill Trivia Company! Five rounds of trivia covering all things movies, music, television, sports, and much more! No need to reserve a table, just come out with your friends or family and be ready to enjoy great food and drink at 1428 Tap Haus while answering fun questions for gift cards and prizes.
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM