The Ultimate Guide To Upcoming Events For September 16th – October 2nd, 2024

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

 

Thursday, September 26th

Cranberry Orange Lotus

Columbia, IL – You all ask, we’re bringing it back as a pop up! Come grab a cranberry orange lotus, any size. While supplies last!

Time: Sep 26 to Sep 29, 7 AM to 5 PM

Seniors Club (55+ yrs)

Columbia, IL – The American Legion and the Columbia public library are proud to announce that we are joining forces to host our weekly senior club!

Time: 11 AM – 11 PM

Sunset Yoga on the Square

Belleville, IL – Belleville Health and Sports Center & yoga instructor Stacy Hudson are bringing you Sunset Yoga on the Square in downtown Belleville, IL on September 26 completely for FREE! This will be an outdoor class at 23 Public Square, across from the fountain. (NE Corner near where Santa’s House is typically located)

Time: 6:45 PM

 

Friday, September 27th

New Town Throwdown Official Blind Draw

Columbia, IL – The New Town Throwdown is flat-out special, and we are so proud to be a part of it! Daddin & Baggin presents this official New Town Throwdown Blind Draw…

Time: 6 PM

Kelli Johnson, Jodd Tilghman (Voice winner) and SJ McDonald!

Belleville, IL – Event by VENUE on Main, SJ McDonald and 2 others

Time: 7 PM

Stacey Cooper Foundation Third Annual Golf Tournament

Waterloo, IL – The Stacey Cooper Foundation will host its annual golf tournament on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Mystic Oaks Golf Course in Waterloo, Illinois. If you would like to play in this event, please click on the link to sign up…

Time: 8 AM

Sacred Rest: An Evening of Coming Home

Smithton, IL – 🌿 Sacred Rest: An Evening of Coming Home is a deeply restorative experience designed to guide you back to your inner sanctuary. This unique event blends the soothing practices of breathwork, somatic yin yoga, Yoga Nidra, and sound therapy, creating a serene space where you can truly unwind and reconnect with yourself…

Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Charity Golf Outing

Fairview Heights, IL – Gemma Renewable Power is sponsoring a charity golf tournament to benefit Leaps of Love.

Time: 8:30 AM

R&N @ Danny’s Irish Pub & Banquet Center

Belleville, IL -Event by Rogers & Nienhaus Danny’s Irish Pub and Banquet Center

Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM

 

Saturday, September 28th

Cheers to Six Years— Customer Appreciation Event!

Columbia, IL – Event by The Art of Beauty, Aesthetics Boutique

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

LIVE MUSIC: Noah Mesey

Columbia, IL – ALWAYS a hit when he comes to town! Coming from Southern Missouri to rock out on the patio (Weather permitting). From the hits, the slow stuff, the dancing music, your requests and a great time assured, we will see you here!

Time: 7 PM – 11 PM

ALL HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES OF 1997 45th BIRTHDAY PARTY

Belleville, IL – **UPDATE** This is now a free event but you must RSVP to attend. Space is very limited. NO WALK INS ALLOWED. (All ticket purchases have been refunded.) ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES OF 1997!!! LET’S PARTY!!

Time: 7 PM – 11 PM

Parish Picnic

Belleville, IL – Mass at 4PM. All-you-can-eat Chicken Dinner in Kuhl Hall from 3-6:30PM followed by Quilt and Cash Bingo at 7PM. Fun for the entire family with games, inflatables, raffles and more food and drinks outside until 10PM. Enjoy music by the group Sailing featuring Scott Marlin.

Time: 4 PM – 10 PM

2024 Belleville Main Street Marathon and Half Marathon

Belleville, IL – RUN AMERICA’S LONGEST MAIN STREET!!! Join us on September 28, 2024, in historic Belleville, IL (about 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis, MO) for our full and half marathons that are great for both novice and seasoned runners and feature an affordable registration fee, ENTHUSIASTIC volunteers/course support, ample hydration stations…

Time: 7 AM

Kids – FREE Treat At the Farmers Market

Waterloo, IL – Each kid gets a FREE mini treat 🧁 (cupcake/muffin – haven’t decided yet) for Hyuliya’s birthday 🎉 🥳 (while supply lasts). I plan to make a lot. Spread the word and stop by the Monroe County Farmer’s Market in Waterloo IL. I want to see many happy faces

Time: 7:30 AM – 12 PM

 

Sunday, September 29th

Resin Charcuterie Board -OR- Coaster DIY

Columbia, IL – Charcuterie Board: In this class you will get to paint a 17in charcuterie board with resin in the colors of your choice. I will teach you how to prep the boards, mix the resin and paint it…

Time: 1 PM – 3 PM

Live Music: Zydeco Crawdaddys

Belleville, IL – Join us for a FREE concert under the pavilion at our Cider Shed conveniently located between the Country Store and Restaurant at our Belleville Farm. This concert is family-friendly. Delicious food & tasty drinks will be available for purchase from our Cider Shed; no outside food or drinks are allowed. Dogs are permitted in outdoor areas, as long as they are on a leash…

Time: 1 PM – 4 PM

Ethan Jones

Waterloo, IL –
Event by Vintage Wine Bar

Time: 3 PM – 6 PM

Sound Bath by Jessica Rule

Waterloo, IL – A sound bath is a meditative experience where participants are immersed in sound waves produced by various instruments like gongs, singing bowls, tounge drum, chimes, ocean drum, and hand drum. These soothing tones are played in a harmonious and often resonant manner, promoting relaxation.

Time: 6 PM 7 PM

Fall Chef’s Table Tasting

O’Fallon, IL – Over the next week you will see some fall items hitting our existing menu as specials. Before the menu drops entirely, we would like to invite you to a chef’s table tasting featuring some of our favorite fall menu dishes. We are also unveiling our new extended outdoor patio at this event.

Time: 6 PM

Boutique Runway

O’Fallon, IL – We want women to have diversity and to feel good. Whether you need something for a special occasion, or just to go to the pumpkin patch. We are looking for models who want to represent this…

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

 

Monday, September 30th

PINT NIGHTS 

Belleville, IL – Event by Silver Creek Sports & Social – Belleville Illinois

Time: 11 AM – 11:45 PM

Spiritual Sisterhood Circle

O’Fallon, IL – This is a new group offering, for individuals who seek to fully embrace their feminine energy, willing to lean into receiving support as well as offering support to their spiritual sisters. In this group, we will explore compassion, self-care, inner wisdom, nurturing, and topics around personal development, inspiration, and empowerment…

Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

 

Tuesday, October 1st

Cozy Knit Blanket DIY

Columbia, 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..

Time: 6 PM – 9 PM

Jazz at Geo’s

Belleville, IL – Event by The Philosophers. Join us for music , food and libations!

Time: 7 PM – 9:30 PM

 

Wednesday, October 2nd

TS – Fall Wednesday Play Offs

Columbia, IL – League Play Off Night! Bags Fly at 7pm.

Time: 6:15 PM

Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Divisional (NO TAD/TAFC)

Madison, IL – Event by NHRA North Central Division 3

Time: 6 AM – 4 PM