Events
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The Farms of Illinois and Bland Family Farm Store Opening
The Farms of Illinois and Bland Family Farm 1203 West Walnut Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Farms of Illinois and Bland Family Farm open local food grocery store in Jacksonville! Renovations are currently underway at 1203 W. Walnut Street with plans to open by March 17, 2026.
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Jacksonville Promise Night at Leo’s Pizza
Leo's Pizza 230 S Main St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesEvery 3rd Tuesday of every month is Jacksonville Promise night at Leo's Pizza. Mention Jacksonville Promise scholarship program when you dine-in or carry-out and Leo's will donate 15% of your total to the scholarship program. Call 217-243-3413 to place your order.
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Rosalinda Post-Lucas and Debra Nickelson Smith works on display at Strawn Art Gallery
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Art Association of Jacksonville is pleased to welcome Rosalinda Post-Lucas (mixed media art) and Debra Nickelson Smith (ceramic sculpture) to The David Strawn Art Gallery March 7-29, 2026. To preview the artists’ work, visit 2025-26 Gallery Season – Strawn Art Gallery Gallery hours: Sundays 1-3 pm Tuesday – Saturday 4-6 pm. Admission is always free.
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Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Jacksonville Area Museum 307 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesMuseum Hours: Wednesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Admission is free, but a donation of $5 is appreciated. For more information call 217-408-1197 or email [email protected]
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Open Clay Night for Adults
Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies 225 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesGoldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for families every Monday! Let your artistic side shine while you and your friends enjoy a night of pottery! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there is something for everyone to enjoy from the pottery wheel to glazing pre-cast […]
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Don’s Place Famous Crab Races
Don's Place 207 Morgan Street, JacksonvilleDon's Place World Famous Crab Races Every Thursday!
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Baby Storytime
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin the Library for stories, songs, and rhymes! Story Time and Baby Story time are back! And we're excited to announce that we will be resuming afternoon Story Time at 3 PM every Wednesday as well! For more information call the library at 217-243-5435
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Crime Stoppers Pickleball Tournament
Fitness World Health Club 1521 W walnut St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin in for a fun day of pickleball with a variety of divisions. Compete in teams (with 8 team max per division). It's $45/person and $15 an additional event.
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A Royal Tea Party with the Jacksonville High School Cinderella cast
First Presbyterian Church 870 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJacksonville High School Theater Department Presents: A Royal Tea Party! Calling all princes and princesses: Join us for a magical morning with the cast of Cinderella from Jacksonville High School! Feel free to dress up as a princess, prince, or in your favorite royal attire, but no costume is necessary to join the fun! This enchanting event is perfect for […]
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The Power of Encouragement Women’s Conference
Virginia United Methodist Church 401 East Broadway St, Virginia, IL, United StatesAll women of the community are invited to The Power of Encouragement conference at the Virginia United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 21st from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. This free event includes the Program with speaker Brenda Cowper of Jacksonville, IL, Singing, Breakout Groups, Free Lunch and Childcare! It is sponsored by the Virginia Christian Women's Fellowship. Online Registration […]
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Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan – Kids Express (6-9 years old)
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States10 am - 11am. Saturdays, beginning February 14th for 6 weeks. Variations of painting and drawing will be explored also using serval techniques to create ceramic pieces. Tuition: $40 for members, $45 for non-members.
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Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Jacksonville Area Museum 307 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesMuseum Hours: Wednesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Admission is free, but a donation of $5 is appreciated. For more information call 217-408-1197 or email [email protected]
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Story/Coloring – Our Town Books
Our Town Books 64 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesStory time is back! Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30 for a fun story and activity for the kiddos! This is a completely FREE event!
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Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan – Pottery (10-13 years old)
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States11 am-12:30pm. Saturdays, beginning February 14th for 6 weeks. Basic techniques of hand-building with clay, use of the wheel, plus advanced instructions for continuing students. The slab roller will also be used for projects. Tuition: $40 for members, $45 for non-members.
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Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan – Basic Techniques of Drawing (8 years old and up)
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States1 PM-2PM. Saturdays, beginning February 14th for 6 weeks. Basic techniques of drawing, including line drawing, shading and perspective will be explored. $40 for members, $45 for non-members.
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Women’s Business Spotlight Market at Illinois College
Bruner Fitness Center 1121 Edgehill Road, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesCelebrate Women's History Month with Illinois College at the Women's Business Spotlight Market on Saturday, March 21. Vendors will be selling their wares from 1:00 - 3:00 PM in the Bruner Athletic facility.
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Easter Egg Hunt at Green Pastures
Green Pastures Christian Retreat Center 1936 US-67, Meredosia, IL, United StatesJoin us for a very special spring celebration. All ages welcome for this FREE family event! There will be crafts, story time, prizes, and an egg-hunting activity for walkers to 8th graders! Door prizes will be drawn at 4pm and the egg hunting will promptly follow.
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Crisis Center Foundation’s 4th Annual Prom Night
Hamilton's Catering Inc 110 N East St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesCome join us for our 4th Annual Prom Night, March 21st! It's a night to celebrate and make unforgettable memories. Enjoy light snacks, cash bar, and good company. And performance by SUSHI ROLL! For tickets, please contact Priscilla at 217-243-4357.
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Spring Bash at Pizza Records
Pizza Records 59 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBe prepared to rock out at the Spring Bash, hosted at Pizza Records! $10 entry. All ages welcome.
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Mad Hoss Jackson at the Twisted Tree
Twisted Tree 1061 East Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesAfter two years off from touring, the return of Madd Hoss Jackson band is here! Original members Jim and Jay have spent the past several months working on new original music and now we're excited to add some professional Nashville players to the group to get back on the road again. Be part of their debut on Saturday, March 21st […]
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Rosalinda Post-Lucas and Debra Nickelson Smith works on display at Strawn Art Gallery
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Art Association of Jacksonville is pleased to welcome Rosalinda Post-Lucas (mixed media art) and Debra Nickelson Smith (ceramic sculpture) to The David Strawn Art Gallery March 7-29, 2026. To preview the artists’ work, visit 2025-26 Gallery Season – Strawn Art Gallery Gallery hours: Sundays 1-3 pm Tuesday – Saturday 4-6 pm. Admission is always free.
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Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Jacksonville Area Museum 307 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesMuseum Hours: Wednesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Admission is free, but a donation of $5 is appreciated. For more information call 217-408-1197 or email [email protected]
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Astrology Workshop & Personal Reading
Jax Yoga 47 South Central Park, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJax Yoga is hosting an Astrology Workshop & Personal Reading on March 22nd from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. The $111 registration fee includes a Magic of I Astrological Planner ($52 value), a teaching on how to read your own birth chart, a personal 20 minute reading for the year ahead, and refreshments. The class is limited to 6 participants. Register […]
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Green Pastures Spring Fundraiser sponsored by K’s Creek & Two By Two
K's Creek Golf Course 1265 Sandusky Road, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesEnjoy local voices, talents and praise with some of our campers, staff, and headliners Two By Two. All funds will go toward Green Pastures and cover the expenses of upcoming summer camps and camp scholarships for any child who needs it to come and experience God at our Green Pasture Camps.
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Open Clay Night for Adults
Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies 225 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesGoldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for families every Monday! Let your artistic side shine while you and your friends enjoy a night of pottery! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there is something for everyone to enjoy from the pottery wheel to glazing pre-cast […]
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Free Colorectal At-Home Cancer Screening Kit Pickup
Jacksonville Memorial Hospital 1600 W Walnut St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFree Colorectal At-Home Cancer Screening Kit Pickup at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital March 24th at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Free colorectal cancer at-home screening kits are available in our drive-thru pickup event. The kit contains instructions and supplies for participants to collect a stool sample. Return completed kits via a postage-paid envelope. Test results will be sent by mail in […]
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Rosalinda Post-Lucas and Debra Nickelson Smith works on display at Strawn Art Gallery
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Art Association of Jacksonville is pleased to welcome Rosalinda Post-Lucas (mixed media art) and Debra Nickelson Smith (ceramic sculpture) to The David Strawn Art Gallery March 7-29, 2026. To preview the artists’ work, visit 2025-26 Gallery Season – Strawn Art Gallery Gallery hours: Sundays 1-3 pm Tuesday – Saturday 4-6 pm. Admission is always free.
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Candlelight “Low Back Love” Workshop
Jax Yoga 47 South Central Park, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJax Yoga is hosting a Candlelight "Low Back Love" Workshop on March 24th at 7:15-8:45 PM. Register at jaxyogasquad.com.
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Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Jacksonville Area Museum 307 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesMuseum Hours: Wednesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Admission is free, but a donation of $5 is appreciated. For more information call 217-408-1197 or email [email protected]
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Open Clay Night for Adults
Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies 225 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesGoldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for families every Monday! Let your artistic side shine while you and your friends enjoy a night of pottery! Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there is something for everyone to enjoy from the pottery wheel to glazing pre-cast […]
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Candle Painting Craft Night at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesGet crafty at the Library for a night of Candle Painting on March 25th! Adults and students 6th grade and up please register by emailing [email protected] or [email protected].
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Pack the House Night at Leo’s
Leo's Pizza 230 S Main St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesEvery fourth Thursday of the month come over to Leo's Pizza for the Jacksonville Promise Scholarship Program! Dine in or carry out. Make sure to mention the Jacksonville Promise Scholarship Program and Leo's will donate 15% of your bill to them.
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Steak Night for a Cause
Jacksonville Hy-Vee 1255 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesSteak Night for a Cause at Hy-Vee! Join us on Thursday, March 26 from 4–7 p.m. for a delicious way to support our local heroes! For every meal purchased during Steak Night, Hy-Vee will donate $1 to the Jacksonville Police Department. Each $12 dinner includes: Chef’s Choice grilled steak Potato Fresh vegetable Bring your family, enjoy a great meal, and help us […]
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Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
Chapter II 420 S Clay Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce for their Annual Meeting, held at Chapter II Event Center. Social hour will begin at 4:30 PM with a presentation and awards starting at 5:30 PM.
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An Evening with Robert Potter, Local Author, at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesPlease join us as local author Robert Potter discusses his most recently published novels, Maladjusted, and Farsighted: The Legacy of Richard Drake, Claivoyant, as well as Robert’s writing process. Born and reared in Jacksonville, Illinois, Robert continued his education in Peoria, Illinois, at Bradley University, where he received advanced degrees in foreign languages and clinical science. Since then, he has […]
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Don’s Place Famous Crab Races
Don's Place 207 Morgan Street, JacksonvilleDon's Place World Famous Crab Races Every Thursday!
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Baby Storytime
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin the Library for stories, songs, and rhymes! Story Time and Baby Story time are back! And we're excited to announce that we will be resuming afternoon Story Time at 3 PM every Wednesday as well! For more information call the library at 217-243-5435
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Botox and Blooms
Emerge MediSpa 1515 W Walnut Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBotox & Blooms at Emerge MediSpa! Join us for a fun evening of beauty, wellness, shopping, and spring blooms at Emerge MediSpa! Bring a friend and enjoy exclusive event specials, mini services, local vendors, and delicious treats. Event SpecialXeomin Neurotoxin – $9 per unitTreatments provided by Mischaela Aring, FNP-C Appointments are needed for massage and medispa services. Beauty & Wellness […]
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Cinderella Musical at Jacksonville High School
Jacksonville High School 1211 North Diamond, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesCome support the Jacksonville High School theater program at their Spring musical, "Cinderella"! Shows are Friday, March 27 at 7:00 PM, Saturday, March 28 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, March 29 at 2:00 PM. ASL Interpreter provided at the Friday show. Tickets will be available at the door. Adults $10 and students $5.
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“Anatomy of Gray” play at Illinois College
Sibert Theater Lockwood Pl, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesIllinois College, in conjunction TheatreWorks, presents "Anatomy of Gray"! Choose from 6 shows, March 27th - April 17th. Tickets are $10 for general admission. Find tickets at ic.edu/theatre/tickets.
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Christian Leadership Camp at Green Pastures
Green Pastures Christian Retreat Center 1936 US-67, Meredosia, IL, United StatesResuming our one-day camp designed to empower believers to lead with vision, integrity, and a heart for service at Green Pastures, this FREE event -- especially those interested in joining staff at Green Pastures camps -- to participate in dynamic workshops, powerful worship, and inspiring teaching. Registration OPENs January 1st and more details found on our website. Ages 15+
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Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan – Kids Express (6-9 years old)
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States10 am - 11am. Saturdays, beginning February 14th for 6 weeks. Variations of painting and drawing will be explored also using serval techniques to create ceramic pieces. Tuition: $40 for members, $45 for non-members.
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Prairie Village Easter Egg Hunt
Prairie Village Healthcare Center 1024 West Walnut St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesWho can find the golden egg!? Prizes for each age group. Age groups: Toddlers 1-3yro, Little Kids 5-8yro, & Big Kids 9-12yro.
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Easter Egg Hunt at Arcadia Care
Arcadia Care Jacksonville 1021 N Church St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin Us for a Community Easter Egg Hunt! Arcadia Care at Jacksonville is excited to host a fun-filled Community Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 0–12 years old! Bring your baskets and get ready for a morning full of smiles, surprises, and springtime fun. Candy-filled eggs Prizes Family-friendly fun A chance to connect with our community This event is open […]
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Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Jacksonville Area Museum 307 E State St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesMuseum Hours: Wednesday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Admission is free, but a donation of $5 is appreciated. For more information call 217-408-1197 or email [email protected]
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Lifestyle & Beauty LAB by Cheryl Kelly & Co. Grand Opening
Lifestyle & Beauty LAB 45 South Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, United StatesJoin in celebrating the Grand Opening of the Lifestyle & Beauty LAB by Cheryl Kelly & Co. Saturday, March 28 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Enjoy a day of clean beauty, live acoustic music, complimentary wine and curated refreshments, and a few special surprises throughout the day.
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Story/Coloring – Our Town Books
Our Town Books 64 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesStory time is back! Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30 for a fun story and activity for the kiddos! This is a completely FREE event!
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Storytime with the Easter Bunny at Our Town Books
Our Town Books 64 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesReal bunnies will be making an appearance at Our Town Book's weekly Storytime Saturday, March 28th! Enjoy the story, pictures, cookies and live bunnies as part of your Easter festivities!

