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The stories waiting to be told in Jacksonville are more than just the historic anecdotes that shaped our past — they’re the chapters that have yet to define the course of our community. Educators, outdoorsmen, chefs, entrepreneurs… All who forge a new path in Jacksonville play a role in forging a bright, new future for those who have made a home here and those just passing through. So, Uncover the Possibilities in Jacksonville and find out why creating brand-new experiences comes just as easily as discovering those that came before you.
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The hardest part about Nichols Park is deciding where to start. 🌿
A walk around the park? Golf? Kayaking? The pool? Disc golf? Fishing? Or maybe just a picnic under the trees.
However you do summer, you’ll find plenty of ideas at JacksonvilleIL.org
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A fresh edition has arrived.
Our 2026 Jacksonville Visitors Guide is now available at the CVB and is filled with places to explore, local favorites, dining, shopping, sports, outdoor recreation, and more to help you make the most of your visit.
New this year, be sure to check out our Route 66 feature beginning on page 46, showcasing why Jacksonville is “The Most Route 66 City Off the Mother Road.”
Prefer to flip through it from home? View the digital guide here: https://jacksonvilleil.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Jacksonville-Visitors-Guide-2026-DIGITAL.pdf
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Don’t let fair week slip away without one more trip to the fairgrounds.🎡
Today’s lineup has everything from the Pet & Wheel Parade to truck & tractor pulls, with plenty of fair food and carnival rides in between.
Visit JacksonvilleIL.org to see what else is happening around Jacksonville. 📲
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