Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Museum 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 info@jacksonvilleareamuseum.org
Trivia at Springfield Beer Company
The Plaza 73 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin us Wednesday July 28 at Springfield Beer Company for Trivia! Go early to shop all the small businesses that the Plaza has to offer. Downtown Trivia League will be testing your knowledge on Star Wars! Teams up to 6 people. Win Prizes! Enjoy some Drinks! Have a Blast! Contact Ryne at 217-320-1762 to register and for more details.
Adult and High School Pottery with Kirby Drennan
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBeginning and continuing students explore hand building, use of the wheel, glazing, and firing. Thursdays, beginning June 15th for 6 weeks. Session #1: 5 - 7 PM Session #2: 7 - 9 PM Tuition: $60/members $65/non-members Class limited to 8 students in each session.
Pedal Tractor Pull
4-H building Morgan County Fairgrounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe annual Morgan County Fair Pedal Tractor Pull will be held on Sunday, July 16, in the air-conditioned 4-H Building. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. with the competition beginning at 2:00 p.m. This free activity is open to all children and youth who have not yet started high school. Parents, grandparents, and friends are invited to come watch the fun. […]
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
Jacksonville Speedway Races
Jacksonville Speedway 110 North Westgate Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesClasses Races: 360 Sprints, Modifieds, Street Stock, & Micros Check the Speedway's website or Facebook for start times!
Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series
Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJune 2: The Steepwater Band - Rock June 9: Ronni Ward Band - Rock Cover Band June 16: Fantasy RNB Band - Soul & Motown June 23: Alastair Greene - American Blues June 30: The Harmans - Bluegrass July 7: Jake Gill - Country July 21: Champ Jaxon Band - Blues Rock July 28: Almost Elton - Elton John Tribute […]
Movie Under the Stars
Green Pastures Christian Retreat Center 1936 US-67, Meredosia, IL, United StatesJuly 1 & August 4 The movies will start at dusk so times will very throughout the year. They will play a different family movie each time. The movies will be listed on Green Pastures social media and website.
Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Museum 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 info@jacksonvilleareamuseum.org
Evandy’s Boatel 2023 Summer Concert Series
Evandy's Boatel 100 Bob Michael St,, Naples, IL, United StatesEvandy's Boatel 2023 Summer Concert Series is locked n loaded for our 4th of July Blast! Saturday July 1st: 1:30 PM - Tim Hart 6:00 PM - Worth the Fight Sunday July 2nd: 1:30 PM - Isiah Christian and Rebel Saints 6:00 PM - Josh Holland Band
Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Museum 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 info@jacksonvilleareamuseum.org
Evandy’s Boatel 2023 Summer Concert Series
Evandy's Boatel 100 Bob Michael St,, Naples, IL, United StatesEvandy's Boatel 2023 Summer Concert Series is locked n loaded for our 4th of July Blast! Saturday July 1st: 1:30 PM - Tim Hart 6:00 PM - Worth the Fight Sunday July 2nd: 1:30 PM - Isiah Christian and Rebel Saints 6:00 PM - Josh Holland Band
Ride The Wheel
Community Park South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFree rides on the Big Eli Ferris Wheel in Community Park every summer Sunday!
Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan
Monday's, beginning June 19th for 6 weeks. Kids Express: 6 - 9 years olds, 10 - 11 AM Variations of painting and drawing will be explored. In addition, each student will create a piece of wearable art by printing on a t-shirt, and will use molds to create ceramic pieces. Tuition: includes a $5 for the t-shirt $45/members $50/non-members Pottery: […]
Franklin Fourth of July Celebration
Vendors at Park: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Vegetable Cutting at Pavilion: 4:30 PM Country Financial All-American Baby Contest at Main Stage (registration: 5:30 - 5:50): 6:00 PM Pageant at Main Stage: 6:15 PM Adults Mechanical Bull Riding Competition at Park: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Boombox at Main Stage: 7:30 PM - 11:30 PM Adult Pinewood Derby Races at […]
Firecracker Kids Cutest Little Listener Contest Christmas In July
WJIL/WJVO’s 4th of July Cutest Little Listener Tradition continues! The Firecracker Kids July 4th event will feature your pictures of our cutest little listeners, on this WJIL/WJVO Facebook Event Page. This year’s theme is: CHRISTMAS IN JULY! Put your creativity to great use and show off your Christmas In July Cutie Pie!! Just post your cutest baby photo in the […]
Franklin Fourth of July Celebration
Burgoo Stirring Begins at East Street: 1:00 AM Burgoo Service at East Street: 6:00 AM 3 - on - 3 Registration at Basketball Court: 8:00 AM 3 - on - 3 Games Begin at Basketball Court: 9:00 AM Vendors at Park: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Parade Line Up: at East Grade School: 9:30 AM Kids Bicycle Decorating Contest at […]
CNB Bank & Trust Independence Day 5K Run, Walk, & Fun Run
Nichols Park 110 Holkenbrink Drive, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesPlease pick up a registration packet today in our lobby (1211 W. Morton Ave. Jacksonville, IL 62650) or register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Jacksonville/4thofJuly. Bib Pickup • July 2 at The Springfield Running Center (2943 West White Oaks Drive) from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. • July 3 at CNB Bank & Trust in Jacksonville (1211 W. Morton) from 9 a.m. to 4 […]
Jax Yoga Host Yoga on the Square
Community Park South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin us for a free yoga session on the square before the 4th of July parade!
4th of July Parade 2023
Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Rotary Club of Jacksonville invites you to join in the fun and to be a part of our Fourth of July Parade on Tuesday, July 4th. Registration begins on July 4th at 8:30 AM and runs until 9:45 AM. Registration entry point is on Westgate and Grandstand Road at the Northwest Gate of the Morgan County Fairgrounds. Parade starts […]
Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Museum 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 info@jacksonvilleareamuseum.org
Quilter’s Flea Market
Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin us for the Quilter's Flea Market hosted by Times Square Sewing Complex !
Adult and High School Pottery with Kirby Drennan
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBeginning and continuing students explore hand building, use of the wheel, glazing, and firing. Thursdays, beginning June 15th for 6 weeks. Session #1: 5 - 7 PM Session #2: 7 - 9 PM Tuition: $60/members $65/non-members Class limited to 8 students in each session.
Central Park Market
Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThursday Night Market featuring live music, makers, small businesses and food trucks downtown Jacksonville. Brick and mortars stay open late for late night shopping!
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
Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series
Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJune 2: The Steepwater Band - Rock June 9: Ronni Ward Band - Rock Cover Band June 16: Fantasy RNB Band - Soul & Motown June 23: Alastair Greene - American Blues June 30: The Harmans - Bluegrass July 7: Jake Gill - Country July 21: Champ Jaxon Band - Blues Rock July 28: Almost Elton - Elton John Tribute […]
K’s Creek Summer Olympic Games
K's Creek 1265 Sandusky Road, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesGet signed up for the BIGGEST PARTY OF THE SUMMER…the 1st Annual Ks Creek Summer Olympic Games! Teams of 2-5 people Compete in our field of events, Rack up points to earn our Olympic Medals, Registration comes with 3 beverage tickets Announced Olympic Game Events - Flip Cup - Pong - Relay Race - Porch Golf Plus a few surprises… […]
Disc Golf Singles Tournament
Central Park 123 Park Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesHosted by the Jacksonville Disc Golf Club, this Putt and Approach Fundraiser is to help raise funds for the new 18+ hole permanent course going in at Nichols Park. Come to downtown Jacksonville and enjoy a day of disc golf and beautiful downtown Jacksonville. Players pack will include a new custom stamped Putter or Mid as well as a gift […]
Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Museum 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 info@jacksonvilleareamuseum.org
Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Museum 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 info@jacksonvilleareamuseum.org
Ride The Wheel
Community Park South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFree rides on the Big Eli Ferris Wheel in Community Park every summer Sunday!
Children’s Classes with Kirby Drennan
Monday's, beginning June 19th for 6 weeks. Kids Express: 6 - 9 years olds, 10 - 11 AM Variations of painting and drawing will be explored. In addition, each student will create a piece of wearable art by printing on a t-shirt, and will use molds to create ceramic pieces. Tuition: includes a $5 for the t-shirt $45/members $50/non-members Pottery: […]
Morgan County Fair
Morgan County Fairground 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesVisiting the Morgan County Fair in Jacksonville, IL, offers a delightful blend of thrilling rides, mouthwatering fair food, and captivating events for an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss country stars Tyler Hubbard on July 14 and Lee Brice on July 15 as both singers rock the Grandstand stage. Enjoy fun for all ages at the carnival, complete with games and rides […]
Bereavement Support Group
Jacksonville Memorial Hospital 1600 W Walnut St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJacksonville Memorial's Hospice Department is opening a biweekly bereavement support group up to all community members who are struggling with feelings of grief and loss. The support group takes place in the Jacksonville Memorial Hospital conference room 4.
65th Annual Morgan County Fair Pageant
Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Morgan County Fair Pageant will be held Tuesday, July 11, at 7:00 p.m. in the Grandstand. We encourage all interested girls residing in Morgan County to enter. The 2023 Morgan County Fair Queen will be awarded a scholarship. Additional prizes purchase from area businesses will be awarded for all categories.
Jacksonville Area Museum Open Hours
Museum 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 info@jacksonvilleareamuseum.org
Jacksonville Area Senior Center Celebrates 20 Years
Community Park Building 1309 South Main St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Jacksonville Area Senior Center will host a 20th Anniversary Celebration Party at the Community Park Building. Refreshments, door prizes from area merchants, and games will be held. The Jacksonville Area Senior Center was established in 2003 providing services to area seniors. They are open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9 am to 4 pm. They offer Bingo, Sewing Group, […]
200 Years of Morgan County History
4-H building Morgan County Fairgrounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesGreg Olson, local historian and writer, will speak on the topic “200 Years of Morgan County History” on Wednesday, July 12 at 1:30 pm. He will share interesting facts and stories about Morgan County history including information about towns, businesses, farms, schools, and people. This free program will be held in the air-conditioned adult building. These programs, which are […]
Propagating Flowers and Vegetables
4-H building Morgan County Fairgrounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThis program for adults will be held at 2:30 pm on Wednesday and will be a presentation by Sandy Bettis, owner of Sandy’s Seedlings. The program will take place in the 4-H Building at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. Sandy grows and sells flowers and vegetables in her Scott County greenhouse which is located south of Alsey off Route 106. […]
Bulls & Broncs Rodeo
Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin us for an evening of rodeo fun at the Morgan County Fair featuring Mutton Bustin'! Grandstand admission is $10.00; 6 and under are FREE. Reserved Box Seats Available | Nicole Huppe - 217.430.7410 RODEO NIGHT FEATURES BULLS & BRONCS RODEO – 7:00 pm in the Grandstand MUTTON BUSTIN' – Rodeo intermission entertainment in the Grandstand THE ELDERLY BROTHERS - 8:00 pm […]
Trivia at Springfield Beer Company
The Plaza 73 East Central Park Plaza, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin us Wednesday July 12 at Springfield Beer Company for Trivia! Go early to shop all the small businesses that the Plaza has to offer. Downtown Trivia League will be testing your knowledge on Breaking Bad! Teams up to 6 people. Win Prizes! Enjoy some Drinks! Have a Blast! Contact Ryne at 217-320-1762 to register and for more details.
Adult and High School Pottery with Kirby Drennan
The David Strawn Art Gallery 331 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBeginning and continuing students explore hand building, use of the wheel, glazing, and firing. Thursdays, beginning June 15th for 6 weeks. Session #1: 5 - 7 PM Session #2: 7 - 9 PM Tuition: $60/members $65/non-members Class limited to 8 students in each session.
Grief Support Group
Jacksonville Memorial Hospital 1600 W Walnut St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJacksonville Memorial Hospital's Grief Support Group meets every 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at 10AM. Call 217-479-5755 for more information
Kids Day at the Morgan County Fair
Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesAll area children (2-12) are invited to participate in Kids Day at the Morgan County Fair on Thursday afternoon, July 13 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. A large group of volunteers and local agencies will provide a variety of games, crafts, educational activities, face painting, balloon art, a fire safety house, and prizes. The activities will be held at […]
Teen Advisory Board
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFor students 6th - 12th grade Join the teen Advisory Board (TAB) at JPL to help us make the library a better place for teens! As part of the TAB, you will: plan, prepare, and assist with programs for teens at the library give suggestions for books and other materials the library should add to its collection design and create […]
Morgan County Fair Demolition Derby
Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesGeneral Admission - $15 / Pit Pass - $25 Reserved Box Seating Available - 6 seats, 90 pavilion tickets - $500 Contestant Information Contact: Nick Rimby (217.370.1797), Chris Schultz (618.535.0174), or Tony Wadlow (618.946.9069). Driver Fee - $40 / Rider Fee: $40
Morgan County Fair: 90’s Night Featuring The Skanqs
Morgan County Fairground 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBack for 2023 - its 90s Night presented by Westown Ford at the Morgan County Fair! While the Demolition Derby takes over the Grandstand, the Pavilion becomes a 90s grunge revival with music by The Skanqs! A band of seasoned musicians dedicated to keeping alternative/grunge rock from the 90s and early 2000's alive and well. The 2023 90s Night presented […]
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
Jacksonville Public Library Presents Spirited Away
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJacksonville Public Library presents the teen movie Spirited Away this Friday July 14th at 3PM. Don't forget to stick around after the film for special Spirited Away themed craft! During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and sprites, a world where humans are changed into beasts. *Rated PG
Tyler Hubbard at the Morgan County Fair
Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesRain or Shine. No Refunds or Exchanges. BIG TICKET is located front and center to the stage. They are GA standing tickets on the dirt track. These seats are NOT under cover. GA tickets are located both in the Grandstand as well as behind the BIG TICKET. Grandstand is under cover. Track behind the BIG TICKET is not under cover […]