Douglass Senior Style Show

Douglass Community Center 512 E Grove St, Champaign, IL, United States

Join us for the Douglass Senior Style Show at the Douglass Community Center on September 29 at 4pm! Watch as our fabulous seniors take the runway, showcasing their unique flair and fashion. Dress to impress and be part of this stylish event where elegance and fun meet.  Tickets are required for entry and can be […]

$10

The Great Pumpkin Hunt

Champaign and Urbana Park Districts have hidden Pumpkin and Halloween-themed rocks all over Champaign and Urbana this October during the Great Pumpkin Hunt. Get your detective gear ready and see how many you can find! Be sure to snap a picture and share your discoveries with us on our Facebook and Instagram accounts by tagging #CUpumpkinhunt.  […]

FREE

Roots & Relics

Robert C. Porter Family Park 2310 S Rising Rd, Champaign, IL, United States

Join the Champaign County Forest Preserve District at Robert C. Porter Family Park for an adventure for all ages exploring trees and their historical legacies! Embark on a guided walk through the park, where you’ll learn to identify local trees. But that’s not all! Dive into the rich history of wood and how early settlers […]

Free

Halloween Costume Giveaway

Douglass Community Center 512 E Grove St, Champaign, IL, United States

The collection drive is over! Time for you to choose from an assortment of cute and creepy costumes. Donation of items is not required to pick up a new costume. The giveaway will begin promptly at 10am and will run until 12pm or until all costumes are gone.

Free

Flannel Fest

West Side Park 400 W. University Ave, Champaign, IL, United States

Flannel Fest transforms West Side Park into a community hub of fall festivities. Prepare for the excitement of mustache contests, daring hot pepper eating challenges, and so much more! It’s a day filled with live lumberjack shows, local music, free games, hayrack rides, inflatables, and ice-cold beer to quench your thirst!  Test your lumberjack brawn […]

Free

Halloween Funfest

Market Place Mall 2000 N Neil St, Champaign, IL, United States

Presented by the Champaign and Urbana Park Districts in collaboration with Market Place Mall, this event has been delighting families for 30+ years. Children aged 12 and under can revel in the excitement of trick-or-treating throughout the mall, while enjoying Halloween-themed games and activities, plus a costume contest where participants can showcase their creativity, originality, and […]

FREE

Nightmare on Grove Street

Douglass Community Center 512 E Grove St, Champaign, IL, United States

Join us for a ghoulishly good time at our kids’ Halloween event, where the spirits of fun and fright come alive! Get ready for a bewitching extravaganza filled with thrills, chills, and delightful spills! 

Event Series Bach’s Lunch Concerts

Bach’s Lunch Concerts

Springer Cultural Center 301 N Randolph St, Champaign, IL, United States

All Ages Performers of all styles and types play at our historic venue on select Fridays. We have an amazing line up this season with immensely talented artists providing a wide variety of music. Bring your lunch or purchase a box lunch through us from Michael’s Catering. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the music for […]

Free

Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Martens Center 1515 N Market St, Champaign, IL, United States

Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos at this vibrant event hosted by the Champaign Park District. Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of this festive holiday with colorful altars, live music, delicious Mexican cuisine, and engaging cultural activities. Join us in honoring and remembering loved ones in a joyful and meaningful celebration.

FREE

CUSR Cupcake 5K

Carle at the Fields Trail 3310 Fields S Dr, Champaign, IL, United States

All Ages Join us for the 12th Annual CUSR Cupcake 5K! This is a timed, accessible race ending with a delicious cupcake. Funds raised will go into CUSR’s Scholarship Fund, which supports individuals who need financial assistance to access CUSR programs and services. Runners, walkers, and registrants who use a wheelchair are welcome. All registrants must […]

Winter Nights at Prairie Farm Opening Night 2024

Prairie Farm 2202 W Kirby Ave, 217-398-2583, United States

Join us for the enchanting opening night of Winter Nights at Prairie Farm! Meet Santa Claus, enjoy heartwarming Christmas carols, relish festive lights, and savor complimentary hot chocolate to keep you cozy.

Free
Event Series Winter Nights at Prairie Farm

Winter Nights at Prairie Farm

Prairie Farm 2202 W Kirby Ave, 217-398-2583, United States

Prepare to illuminate the holiday season during Winter Nights at Prairie Farm. This free, immersive experience begins the Friday after Thanksgiving and runs through the first of the new year. Experience the magic of the season with festive light displays adorning the picturesque farm. On Friday and Saturday nights, guests can warm up with complimentary […]

Free
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