Events
Calendar of Events
|
Sunday
|
Monday
|
Tuesday
|
Wednesday
|
Thursday
|
Friday
|
Saturday
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 events,The all new and ever popular party band "Off the Wall" returns to The Hangout! 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 [email protected] Ben Kaplan Digital Collage Gallery Hours: March 2-31 Sundays 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
1 event,Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
|
1 event,Join us for our FREE February poker league! This is no cost 4 week league of Texas Hold'em poker tournaments! Please support the bars that make this possible for you to play FREE poker! Get more details at https://smokenacespoker.com Win points & prizes! Nightly Tournament Winners receive a 3-night hotel voucher! Email [email protected] to redeem or for details! Top point leaders […] |
5 events,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 [email protected] Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
-
Ever wanted to learn to line dance? Well now is your chance!! This class is designed for the beginner or someone that hasn't dances in some time. It will teach you all the basic line dance steps. We dance to all kinds of different rhythms and genres of music. Class is 6:30-7:30pm Followed by more dancing at a slightly quicker […] |
4 events,
-
Please join us in celebration of Jacksonville Lions Club and their 100 years of service! The Lions Club would like to highlight the free vision and hearing mobile unit they have available to all ages! Join the Jacksonville Disc Golf Club for putting practice Thursday nights in our banquet room. All ages welcome!
-
Come celebrate the weekend early with live music, burritos, adult beverages, and friends at KJB's! |
3 events,Join 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
-
Showing a free Christian movie in Harvest Temple fellowship hall - open to the public. |
7 events,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 [email protected]
-
Discover the rich history of the Jacksonville Developmental Center at the Jacksonville Area Museum's new exhibit opening Saturday, April 6. Originally founded in 1851 as the Illinois State Hospital and Asylum for the Insane, it evolved into a self-sustaining community catering to thousands. Despite several name changes, it was finally known as Jacksonville Developmental Center in the 1980's. The center […] Story 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! |
7 events,Register for the 24th Annual Rotary Bass Fishing Tournament! Details: The tournament will be held on Sunday, April 7 Buddy tournament with 45 boat limit Entry Fee $160 per team Cash Prize for top 8 teams Registration and pre-tournament meeting held at lake Jacksonville at 6:00 AM Hot breakfast and lunch provided by the Rotary Club of Jacksonville […] All are welcome to attend Ken Bradbury's one-act play, "The Bystander", on Sunday April 7. This one-hour play is a collection of monologues; stories shared by those who are around Christ before, during, or after the Crucifixion. This powerful drama features Mike Schneider, Cooper Stowers, Audra Nelson, Katie Mcdannald, Buford Stowers, Keith Bradbury, and Christine Smith. The show will be […] 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 [email protected]
-
All are welcome to attend Ken Bradbury's one-act play, "The Bystander", on Sunday April 7. This one-hour play is a collection of monologues; stories shared by those who are around Christ before, during, or after the Crucifixion. This powerful drama features Mike Schneider, Cooper Stowers, Audra Nelson, Katie Mcdannald, Buford Stowers, Keith Bradbury, and Christine Smith. The show will be […] |
3 events,
-
Halfway to Halloween Tour 2024 Featuring SCARY MOVIE Screenings with the two main stars of the film! Jon Abrahams & David Sheridan! Jon portrays the lead role ‘Bobby’ and Dave portrays the killer ‘Doofy’!! Friday 5/17 Destination Toys In-Store Signing 3:00-7:00 PM Illinois Theatre Scary Movie Screening 7:30 PM Jacksonville, IL.
-
The Jacksonville Public Library invites you to join them on Monday, April 8th from 12:30-3:30pm to view the solar eclipse. There will be activities for all ages. Eclipse viewers and glasses will be available while supplies last. If you are unable to attend the event, please stop by the Jacksonville Public Library anytime this week to pick up a free […] Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
|
2 events,
-
It's time again for the Spring Sing! Doors open at 5:30 and the show will start right at 6:00. Students will need to be there and checked in with their teacher no later than 5:45 to keep everything on schedule. **4th and 5th Graders** Please remember to bring your sunglasses! Following the show all students will need to be signed […] Join us for our FREE February poker league! This is no cost 4 week league of Texas Hold'em poker tournaments! Please support the bars that make this possible for you to play FREE poker! Get more details at https://smokenacespoker.com Win points & prizes! Nightly Tournament Winners receive a 3-night hotel voucher! Email [email protected] to redeem or for details! Top point leaders […] |
5 events,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 [email protected] Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
We are open to the public! Join us in our newly renovated banquet room on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for card sales, play starts at 7:00 p.m. 6 Cards x 15 games $6.00 9 Cards x 15 games $9.00 5 Special games $1.00 each Hot dogs, chips, popcorn & soda available […] |
3 events,For 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 […] Join the Jacksonville Disc Golf Club for putting practice Thursday nights in our banquet room. All ages welcome! |
4 events,Join 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 Area Chamber of Commerce's popular Drive Thru Lunch Event returns on Friday, April 12 at the Chamber Office. Drive Thru anytime from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. to pick up your Halfway to Steak Fry Day lunch that includes a delicious grilled on-site steak sandwich, chips and dessert. Tickets must be purchased in advance and enjoy a $1 discount […] |
12 events,If you missed Trio De Groove last time, well... you just missed out on enormous amounts of fun! Try not to let it happen this time. Join Wood 'n' Nickel Society at Kuhl Tyme Korner for an evening of live music and good times with friends!
-
This Christian Women's Retreat is hosted by the Virginia Christian Women's Fellowship, Barbara Wooldridge will portray three Biblical women, each who had a unique relationship with God. This free event, is Saturday, April 13th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with registration beginning at 9:30 a.m. The retreat will be held at the Virginia United Methodist Church, 401 E. Broadway […]
-
Bikes & Brews is back! There will be multiple routes to choose between ranging from 5-20 miles. Stick around for a celebration drink and bite to eat with your fellow cyclists! 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 [email protected] |
4 events,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 [email protected]
-
Jax Yoga and Los Rancheros pair up to bring you an all-levels flow at Los Rancheros patio! Move your body and calm your mind with an hour long, beginner-friendly yoga flow, then stay and sip on some Margaritas! Yoga Class includes a 32oz Margarita that you can take home with you! To register visit: Schedule — Jax Yoga and […] |
1 event,Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
|
2 events,Every 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. Join us for our FREE February poker league! This is no cost 4 week league of Texas Hold'em poker tournaments! Please support the bars that make this possible for you to play FREE poker! Get more details at https://smokenacespoker.com Win points & prizes! Nightly Tournament Winners receive a 3-night hotel voucher! Email [email protected] to redeem or for details! Top point leaders […] |
3 events,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 [email protected] Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
Come hang out at Pizza Records for a free laugh every 1st and 3rd Wednesday night! Call or text (217) 200-0896 to register a 5-minute slot! |
3 events,Join the Jacksonville Disc Golf Club for putting practice Thursday nights in our banquet room. All ages welcome!
-
Mark your calendars for Thursday April 18 and invite all of your friends! This event is so much fun and supports a great cause! All proceeds from the evening will be going to the Jacksonville Promise scholarship program. Price to participate is $10 per person or $80 for teams of eight. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Drinks will […] |
5 events,
-
Join us for the release of Taylor Swift's new album, 'The Tortured Poets Department'. We'll have copies of this new album, lots of new Tay Tay merch, and a make-your-own friendship bracelet station! Join 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
-
And so we enter into evidence… the perfect way to celebrate T. Swift’s new album. Join us at Jax for our Tortured Poets Department Release Party + Mocktails. Friday, April 19th • 6PM-8PM $40 ($32 Member Price) We'll be doing a meditative slow flow for the duration of the album - not too many cues, so you can just take […] |
4 events,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 [email protected] Story 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!
-
Inner Outlines proudly presents: Record Store Day Showcase 2024! Saturday April 20th at Pizza Records featuring performances by: Inner Outlines Mild Cartoon Violence James Tyler and The Usual Crowd ANTIGRAV Ticket Prices: $15 in advance $20 at the door Inner Outlines Record Day Showcase Ticket | inneroutlines |
1 event,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 [email protected] |
2 events,
-
Buena Vista has a dark sky policy and will be a perfect place to set out and watch this spectacular lunar event! Lyrids meteor shower can produce up to 20 meteor streaks per hour! Come join us for a weekend of camping or rent a cabin during this special event! Lyrids Meteor Shower will be visible after midnight on April […] Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
|
1 event,The public is invited to purchase perennials that have been raised in local gardens at our plant sales on April 23 and May 18. Anyone interested in donating perennials from their garden, should contact a garden club member. |
4 events,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 [email protected] Golden Wheat Fields - Pastel Painting by Kelly M Gross The Art Association of Jacksonville is pleased to present Directors Collection Exhibition by Kelly M. Gross! Opening Reception: Saturday, April 6th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Gallery Hours: April 7th - 28th Sundays 1:00 - 3:00 PM Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 - 6:00 PM The David Strawn Art Gallery will […] Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
|
4 events,Golden Wheat Fields - Pastel Painting by Kelly M Gross The Art Association of Jacksonville is pleased to present Directors Collection Exhibition by Kelly M. Gross! Opening Reception: Saturday, April 6th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Gallery Hours: April 7th - 28th Sundays 1:00 - 3:00 PM Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 - 6:00 PM The David Strawn Art Gallery will […] Join the Jacksonville Disc Golf Club for putting practice Thursday nights in our banquet room. All ages welcome!
-
Join us on Thursday, April 25th at 6:30 pm for a special program, Forest Park Owls: Hiding in Plain Sight with Mark H.X. Glenshaw. Mark H.X. Glenshaw is an award-winning naturalist who has closely observed and documented the lives of Great Horned Owls in Forest Park, a large urban park in St. Louis, Missouri, since December 2005. Mark's talk will […] |
6 events,Join 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
-
The Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce brings back Brunch & Bingo! Join us on Friday, April 26 at the Jacksonville Country Club for a fun Brunch and Bingo event. Beginning at 11:00 a.m. enjoy a delicious brunch menu, coffee, mocktails and Bingo! Tickets are $25 each. Register online 2024 Brunch & Bingo - Apr 26, 2024 - Jacksonville Area Chamber […] |
9 events,Big On Blondes plays all the best rock from the 80, 90s and more! Aerosmith, Bryan Adams, Cheap Trick, Foo Fighters, Green Day, Poison, and the list goes on and on!
-
In memoriam of Pete Lira, one of the pillars of fitness in the Jacksonville community, Fitness World & Carriage House CrossFit are teaming up to host the 1st Pete Lira Bike A Thon We will honor Pete's love of cycling by attempting to set a record for most miles logged in an hour by the Jacksonville community. Teams of […] 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 [email protected]
-
Molina Healthcare of Illinois is partnering with PBS Kids (WSIU) and the Jacksonville Public Library to host a fun family reading event for local families. “Reading with Molina” will feature story time, themed activities, and crafts. Additionally, every child in attendance will receive a free book and activity to take home. Molina representatives will be on hand to distribute resources […] |
5 events,
-
Join the Storyteller Tour Guides, outfitted in 19th century period attire, as they travel the sites of the Underground Railroad in Jacksonville, IL. Learn the fascinating stories of the brave men and women of our history while riding on comfortable modern buses. The tour starts at Illinois College and ends at Woodlawn Farm. Meet in the Illinois College McGaw Fine […] 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 [email protected]
-
The "High Tea and Table Games" event is a perfect opportunity to step back in time and enjoy the simple pleasures of tea and games in an exquisite historical setting. Whether you're a history buff, a tea aficionado, or just looking for a unique way to spend an afternoon, this event promises an unforgettable experience. Spaces are limited, and interested […] |
2 events,Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
Join the Pilot Club of Jacksonville as they host a series of live music events located in Community Park at the Big Bandstand! Who's to come: June 16 - Paul Summers June 23 - The Peeks & John Eddy June 30 - Capital Big Band July 7 - Dale Osborne July 14 - New Creation July 21 - Rod Nicholson […] |
0 events,
|
4 events,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 [email protected] Goldleaf Gallery and Art Supplies is hosting an Open Clay Night for those 21 and older every Wednesday and for those 18 and older 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 […]
$13.50
-
Jacksonville Speedway is the destination for some midweek World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car action to kickoff the month of May! The bullring makes a popular return to the schedule for the first time since 2021 and promises to provide a thrilling night of racing in Illinois. For tickets visit Jacksonville Speedway Official Site, Jacksonville Illinois |
4 events,Join us at this year's Central Park Market, an annual event hosting 60+ vendors from central Illinois! Enjoy live music, entertainment, and local downtown businesses. Experience the unique charm of Jacksonville!
-
Our favorite summer event is coming up! The "Mini Market" is in Conjunction with Central Park Market to offer budding entrepreneurs an opportunity to reserve a vendor location for FREE! The spot must be reserved in advance and will be located on the sidewalk between Flinn's Mercantile and Our Town Books. Contact Colleen for more information! Join the Jacksonville Disc Golf Club for putting practice Thursday nights in our banquet room. All ages welcome! |
3 events,Join 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
-
Jeff Newman will be playing from 7:00-10:00 as the first musical act at The Vault! Come on out for a good time and great music! |
7 events,
-
Join us for our 1st K's Creek Trail Run to help benefit the Crisis Center! Cost is FREE, just ask you bring in a donation to help our charity. You travel across our 9 hole golf course with a few surprises 5K Route & shorter options available Registration 6:30-6:50AM 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 [email protected] Story 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! |

