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0-3 Playdate at the Playground
Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Early Years 0-3 Program and the Pregnancy Resource Center of Jacksonville will be hosting a playdate every Wednesday 9:15am at Community Park (Red Park) in Jacksonville. All community members with children aged 0-3 are welcomed to join us for play! Check 0-3 Playdate at the Playground | Facebook for any updates on the playdates, including changes due to weather.
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Summertime Storytime at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long!
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Summertime Storytime at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long!
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Jacksonville Farmer’s Market
Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesShop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmer's Market. Visit the market Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.
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Teen/Adult Craft Night at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesCome enjoy a painting party at the Jacksonville Public Library on June 17 at 6:00 PM. This FREE event is open to 6th graders through adults. Figurines, paint and brushes will be provided, but you're welcome to bring your own figurines to paint. Register by calling 217-243-5435 or email [email protected].
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Mini Field Day at Jacksonville Bible Church
Jacksonville Bible Church 403 East Finley St., Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJacksonville Bible Church is hosting a Mini Field Day on June 18 from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Join in for a FREE mini track and field day of running, jumping and sprinting at this family friendly fun day!
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Juneteenth Day of Play at Key Events
Key Events 803 South Diamond Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesKey Events is hosting a Juneteenth Celebration with a Day of Play! Bring the whole family from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM for a FREE afternoon of Indoor Bounce Houses, Arcade Games, Toddler Play Area, Community Room with Board Games and Refreshments!
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Father’s Day Frenzy Softball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- FATHERS DAY FRENZY This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]
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Downtown Concert Series featuring Maurice John Vaughn
Central Park Plaza Central Park, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesEnjoy a Free family-friendly outdoor concert Downtown Jacksonville Friday night! This Friday features Maurice John Vaughn, boogie blues. Make a night of it by checking local shops for summer deals or enjoying dinner or a drink from restaurants on the Square or event food trucks! Check out Jacksonville Main Street’s Facebook for extra information on this event or other upcoming Downtown Concerts!
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Weekly Racing at Jacksonville Speedway
Jacksonville Speedway 110 North Westgate Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States410 Sprints, 305 Sprints, Modifieds, Street Stocks and Sportsman at the Jacksonville Speedway. For more information and tickets, go to Jacksonville Speedway Official Site, Jacksonville Illinois.
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Father’s Day Frenzy Softball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- FATHERS DAY FRENZY This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]
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Juneteenth Celebration Downtown Jacksonville
Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United StatesCelebrate the day of Freedom! Join the fun to honor Juneteenth, a powerful day of remembrance, resilience, and joy. This free event will offer Music, Dancers, Vendors, Food trucks, and more! This event is sponsored by NAACP Jacksonville and Jacksonville African American History Museum.
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Woodlawn Farm Tours
Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesWoodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]
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Father’s Day Frenzy Softball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- FATHERS DAY FRENZY This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]
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Youth Sand Volleyball League at The Hangout
The Hangout Bar and Grill 901 W Superior Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Hangout is offering Sand Volleyball League for students grades 5-8 to get a little dirty this summer! Students will join an 8-10 person team with games on Sundays June 7-July 12 (off July 5) starting at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Sign up at The Hangout for $40/player. Contact Dain with any questions at 217-320-3999.
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Woodlawn Farm Tours
Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesWoodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]
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Free Rides on Big Eli Ferris Wheel in Community Park
Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United StatesEnjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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Concert in the Park featuring Just Friends
Community Park South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Just Friends will perform live at the Big Bandstand in Community Park. And come out every Sunday this summer at 6:00 PM (weather dependent) for a free Concert in the Park hosted by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. June 7 – Land of Lincoln Chorus June 14 – The Peek's and Tom Jones […]
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Coach T’s Pickleball Kids Camp
Fitness World Health Club 1521 W walnut St, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesIf your kiddos have an interest in pickleball, this is the camp for them! Campers will learn the rules of the game, practice serving, dinking and volleys. They'll build skills all week with a tournament finale. The camp is June 22-24 and $40 per camper. Grades 2-4 are from 9:30 - 10:25 AM Grades 5-8 are from 10:30 - 11:30 […]
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Jacksonville Farmer’s Market
Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesShop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmer's Market. Visit the market Tuesdays from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.
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0-3 Playdate at the Playground
Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Early Years 0-3 Program and the Pregnancy Resource Center of Jacksonville will be hosting a playdate every Wednesday 9:15am at Community Park (Red Park) in Jacksonville. All community members with children aged 0-3 are welcomed to join us for play! Check 0-3 Playdate at the Playground | Facebook for any updates on the playdates, including changes due to weather.
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Summertime Storytime at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long!
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Summertime Storytime at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long!
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Jacksonville Farmer’s Market
Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesShop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmer's Market. Visit the market Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.
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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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June Jam Baseball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- JUNE JAM This unsanctioned event is for A/Rec teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in 2026 […]
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Downtown Concert Series featuring Tege Holt & the Lonesome Pines
Central Park Plaza Central Park, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesEnjoy a Free family-friendly outdoor concert Downtown Jacksonville Friday night! This Friday features Tege Holt & the Lonesome Pines, country. Make a night of it by checking local shops for summer deals or enjoying dinner or a drink from restaurants on the Square or event food trucks! Check out Jacksonville Main Street’s Facebook for extra information on this event or other upcoming […]
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IRA Sprints Car Racing at Jacksonville Speedway
Jacksonville Speedway 110 North Westgate Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesIRA Sprints Cars plus Sportsman & Mara Midgets at the Jacksonville Speedway. For more information and tickets, go to Jacksonville Speedway Official Site, Jacksonville Illinois.
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June Jam Baseball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- JUNE JAM This unsanctioned event is for A/Rec teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in 2026 […]
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VFW Auxiliary Craft & Vendor Show
American Legion Post 279 903 West Superior Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBrowse a variety of homemade crafts, vendor goods and local products at the American Legion Post 279! The Morgan County VFW Auxiliary Post 1379 is sponsoring a Craft & Vendor Show on June 27 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.
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Woodlawn Farm Tours
Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesWoodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]
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June Jam Baseball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- JUNE JAM This unsanctioned event is for A/Rec teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in 2026 […]
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Youth Sand Volleyball League at The Hangout
The Hangout Bar and Grill 901 W Superior Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Hangout is offering Sand Volleyball League for students grades 5-8 to get a little dirty this summer! Students will join an 8-10 person team with games on Sundays June 7-July 12 (off July 5) starting at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Sign up at The Hangout for $40/player. Contact Dain with any questions at 217-320-3999.
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Woodlawn Farm Tours
Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesWoodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]
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Free Rides on Big Eli Ferris Wheel in Community Park
Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United StatesEnjoy FREE rides on Big Eli in the park Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM through September 20! Rides are sponsored by businesses, organizations, churches, families and individuals through The Rotary Club of Jacksonville to offer free Rides to the public on the Community Park Ferris Wheel.
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Concert in the Park featuring Robert Sampson
Community Park South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring out your lawn chairs and blankets! Robert Sampson will perform live at the Big Bandstand in Community Park. And come out every Sunday this summer at 6:00 PM (weather dependent) for a free Concert in the Park hosted by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. June 7 – Land of Lincoln Chorus June 14 – The Peek's and Tom Jones […]
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Jacksonville Farmer’s Market
Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesShop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmer's Market. Visit the market Tuesdays from 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.
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0-3 Playdate at the Playground
Community Park Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Early Years 0-3 Program and the Pregnancy Resource Center of Jacksonville will be hosting a playdate every Wednesday 9:15am at Community Park (Red Park) in Jacksonville. All community members with children aged 0-3 are welcomed to join us for play! Check 0-3 Playdate at the Playground | Facebook for any updates on the playdates, including changes due to weather.
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Summertime Storytime at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long!
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Summertime Storytime at the Library
Jacksonville Public Library 201 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesBring the kids to Storytime on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM all summer long!
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Jacksonville Farmer’s Market
Pathway Services 1905 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesShop the offerings of Jacksonville area farmers, bakers, and vendors all in one place at the Jacksonville Farmer's Market. Visit the market Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the lot in front of Pathway Services.
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Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- STARS & STRIPES This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]
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Heartland Bank & Trust Independence Day 5K Run/Walk
Nichols Park 110 Holkenbrink Drive, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesCelebrate America's 250th birthday with a dash through nature! The annual Independence Day run at Nichols Park is back on July 4 at 7:30 AM. The event sponsored by Heartland Bank will be a 5K run, walk and fun run from Nichols Park through Jacksonville and South Jacksonville and back. The 5K run and walk starts at 7:30 AM, and […]
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Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- STARS & STRIPES This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]
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Fourth of July Parade
Morgan County Fair Grounds 110 N Westgate Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesCelebrate 250 years of Independence at the 4th of July Parade, “Celebrating Freedom, Service, and Impact”! The parade steps off at 10:00 AM at the Morgan County Fairgrounds, down West State Street and around Central Park. To be a part of the parade line-up, entry forms must be submitted by June 26 at 5:00 PM. Register at 4th of July […]
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American Legion Flag Raising and BBQ
American Legion Post 279 903 West Superior Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesJoin the American Legion Post 279 this 4th of July to celebrate 250 years of Independence with a Flag Raising and BBQ!Doors open at 11:00 AM with the Flag raising ceremony at the flagpole at Noon.Free hamburgers, porky burgers, brats and hot dogs will be available while they last following the ceremony.
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Woodlawn Farm Tours
Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesWoodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]
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Stars & Stripes Baseball Tournament
Future Champions Sports Complex 5 Kelly Street, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesFUTURE CHAMPIONS "PLAY THE TURF" -- STARS & STRIPES This unsanctioned event is for A/AA teams only 3 game minimum with pool play followed by bracket play Tournament schedule released on Tuesday evening the week of the tournament Summer events may start pool play as early as 12:00pm on Friday afternoon if needed ELIMINATE RAINOUTS and "Play the Turf" in […]
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Youth Sand Volleyball League at The Hangout
The Hangout Bar and Grill 901 W Superior Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesThe Hangout is offering Sand Volleyball League for students grades 5-8 to get a little dirty this summer! Students will join an 8-10 person team with games on Sundays June 7-July 12 (off July 5) starting at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Sign up at The Hangout for $40/player. Contact Dain with any questions at 217-320-3999.
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Woodlawn Farm Tours
Woodlawn Farm 1463 Gierke Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United StatesWoodlawn Farms showcases the homestead of Jacksonville’s extensive Underground Railroad network. Former enslaved people were ushered through this home on their way to freedom. This Farm, five miles east of Jacksonville, was established in 1824 by Michael Huffaker. Michael and his wife, Jane, rode by horseback from Kentucky, bought land east of Jacksonville, and built a cabin for their growing […]

