The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For August 31st – September 6th, 2023

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

 

 

Thursday, August 31st

Monroe County Farmers Market – Columbia Turner Hall 

Columbia, IL – Stop by the Turner Hall parking lot in Columbia, IL to shop local and support small businesses. You can find fresh produce, flowers, sweet treats, and handmade gifts. We will have our most popular items and showcase something new every week.
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Craft and Food Truck Night Market – Rural King 

Swansea, IL – This new food truck and crafters event was created for the community of Swansea and the surrounding townships. This event allows the community to come out and enjoy a night with the family while grabbing a bite to eat and some significant findings. Enjoy these summer fun nights in Swansea before the kiddos head back to school. This event will also be partnering with the SWIL Foundation to help with a school supply drive. They are excited to be able to help some of the local school districts. The give back will help to support the children in the school districts in Cahokia, Dupo, and East Carondelet in Illinois. If you would like to help with this cause bring out some school supplies to donate when you come out to support the local community events.
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 

Summer Jeep Jam ‘23 – Ott’s Tavern 

Millstadt, IL – Trick out your JEEP this summer and have a little fun! David Taylor Jeep and Monaco Canned Cocktails are again sponsoring a weekly JEEP JAM – but 2023 will be better than EVER!! There’s no cost to participate. Start and finish at any location each week. Simply pick up a JEEP JAM card after 5 pm at your starting location. Get a punch at all 4 locations, and turn the card in by 9 pm at your final destination. Fill out 1 card each week to enter for a chance to win a FANTASTIC GRAND PRIZE donated by David Taylor Jeep. The more weeks you participate – the more entries you’ll have! (Must have Name, Phone, email, and 4 punches on each entry to qualify.)
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

T&A Duo – Copper Fire

Belleville, IL – Who doesn’t like some good T&A? Come request random songs and enjoy one of the best local spots.
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Ronda Ray – Bennie’s Pizza Pub 

Belleville, IL – We are so excited that Ronda Ray is swinging back through town and stopping in to grace us with some new music and some old favorites!
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

 

Friday, September 1st

Glow Skate Night – Skate City Belleville

Belleville, IL – It’s the great Glow Night Party at Skate City! Picture this: neon lights, sick beats, and skating with a twist you won’t want to miss! No matter if you’re a pro skater or just up for some fun with your amigos, Glow Night at Skate City is the place to be. It’s all about good vibes, great moves, and memories that’ll shine on. Let’s light up the night, roll like rockstars, and make this the most epic night ever.
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Midwest WingFest 2023 – St. Clair Square 

Fairview Heights, IL – Although we are a dedicated wing festival, you can expect food items ranging from pulled pork to chili dogs to just about anything you can dream of. We are pretty much an ALL OUT food and music festival. If you can imagine it, we probably have it at WingFest!  We are even doubling our children’s area this year to enhance our family friendly appeal.
Time: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Strangers – Chateau La Vin 

Columbia, IL – Join us at this great venue for live by the Strangers out on the patio!
Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM 

 

Saturday, September 2nd

56th St. Louis Antique Festival – Belle Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center

Belleville, IL – THIS is the place to find those beautiful accent pieces like pottery or artwork with Asian flair or that chippy old cabinet or fine antique jewelry or MCM straight outta the 1960’s that you see on Pinterest and in those trendy design magazines; EXCEPT this stuff isn’t new … it’s OLD and has STORIES TO TELL and the DEALERS to TELL THEM!!!
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Midwest WingFest 2023 – St. Clair Square 

Fairview Heights, IL – Although we are a dedicated wing festival, you can expect food items ranging from pulled pork to chili dogs to just about anything you can dream of. We are pretty much an ALL OUT food and music festival. If you can imagine it, we probably have it at WingFest!  We are even doubling our children’s area this year to enhance our family friendly appeal.
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Pickin’ Buds – Bennie’s Pizza Pub 

Belleville, IL – The Buds are back, and they will be Pickin ‘ up a storm this Saturday on stage at Bennie’s. If you have not heard these guys, and you love bluegrass, you have to come out and give them a listen. These guys are gaining ground in the area as favorite local musicians and we are so pleased they are playing here!
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

The Mother Lovers – Copper Fire 

Belleville, IL – The Mother Lovers return to Copper Fire! Join us for a night full of live music, food, and drinks!
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

 

Sunday, September 3rd

56th St. Louis Antique Festival – Belle Clair Fairgrounds & Expo Center

Belleville, IL – THIS is the place to find those beautiful accent pieces like pottery or artwork with Asian flair or that chippy old cabinet or fine antique jewelry or MCM straight outta the 1960’s that you see on Pinterest and in those trendy design magazines; EXCEPT this stuff isn’t new … it’s OLD and has STORIES TO TELL and the DEALERS to TELL THEM!!!
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

September Pop Up Market – 2nd Shift Brewing 

St.Louis, MO – Our monthly market is set with some great vendors joining us. Make plans to enjoy your favorite beer while shopping our great vendors!
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Borderline – Fast Eddie’s Bon Air 

Alton, IL – Join us for Borderline’s performance on the HUGE patio at the world famous Fast Eddie’s Bon Air in Alton, IL. Must be 21 to enter.
Start Time: 6:00 PM

 

Monday, September 4th

Immaculate Conception Parish Picnic – Immaculate Conception Church 

Columbia, IL – Come join us for a day of fun! There will be food, games, drinks, music, and more!
Start Time: 11:00 AM 

Labor Day Pool Party and Barbeque – Westhaven Pool and Racket Club

Belleville, IL – Summer might be winding down, but the fun is far from over! Join us for the ultimate Labor Day Pool Party at Westhaven! Let’s bid farewell to summer in style! Invite your friends & family to join the fun. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable Labor Day bash.
Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

 

Tuesday, September 5th

Horse Hooky Tuesday – Fairmount Park Race Track 

Collinsville, IL – Join us for some exciting horse racing!
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

 

Wednesday, September 6th

Youth Story Time – Millstadt Library 

Millstadt, IL – Join us for Story Time with Miss Penny every Wednesday! We’ll read a few books and then complete a fun craft. All ages welcome
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Pop Culture Trivia – 1428 Tap Haus

Belleville, IL – Join us every Tuesday at 7 pm 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

Xtreme Bar Bingo – Soulcial Kitchen 

Swansea, IL – Join us at the Soulcial Kitchen campus for Xtreme Bar Bingo under our brand new Big Top! Free to play. Chances to win Cash, Prizes, or even the Jackpot!
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM