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  • 57th Annual Prairie Land Steam Show & Fall Festival

    Prairieland Heritage Museum 1005 W Michigan Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The Prairie Land Steam Show is back for its 57th season from September 25-27! Come one day or all three. Admission is $10, good for entire festival. Camping is available, as well as Golf Cart rentals.   Friday Schedule: All Day: Opening Day, Petting Zoo, Fire Safety House, Train Rides, Log Cabin, Blacksmith Shop, Corn Maze, Museums I & II, […]

  • “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at Jacksonville’s Illinois Theater

    Illinois Theater 204 North Mauvaisterre St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Come experience "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" at Jacksonville’s Illinois Theater in a new way on October 16! St. Louis shadow cast, Flustered Mustard, will be at the theater with a live performance, costumes, props and audience participation! Tickets are $12 per person, including admission and prop bag to add to the experience. Get your tickets online at Movie Showtimes | […]

  • Trunk or Treat at The Hangout

    The Hangout Bar and Grill 901 W Superior Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bring your trick-or-treaters out for a fun night of Trunk or Treating at The Hangout Bar & Grill on October 17 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM! Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costumes and make your way through the decorated trunks for lots of candy, treats and Halloween fun! FREE & open to the community. Bring the whole family and […]

  • Safe Halloween for Kids 2026

    Prairieland Heritage Museum 1005 W Michigan Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Join in for a spooktacularly fun evening at the Safe Halloween for Kids 2026 at the Prairie Land Heritage grounds! Enter through Gate 6 off of Greenwood with your car full of little goblins to take part in this Drive-Thru style Trick or Treating. This event sponsored by WJVO/WJIL promises to be full of candy and smiles!

  • Trick or Treat at Hy-Vee

    Jacksonville Hy-Vee 1255 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Enjoy treats, activities, and spooky family fun as you Trick or Treat at Hy-Vee on October 24 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM! And don’t forget your costumes!

  • K’s Creek Witches Wine Tour

    K’s Creek Witches Wine Tour
    K's Creek 1265 Sandusky Road, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Gather your witches, grab your hats, and get ready for another magical day of wine, fun, and a little bit of wickedness! The Witches Wine Tour has returned at K's Creek on October 24 with this year's theme "Witches of Oz!" Prizes for the best group theme and best decorated hat will be awarded. The cost is $40 per person […]

  • K’s Creek Witches Wine Tour

    K’s Creek Witches Wine Tour
    K's Creek 1265 Sandusky Road, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Gather your witches, grab your hats, and get ready for another magical day of wine, fun, and a little bit of wickedness! The Witches Wine Tour has returned at K's Creek on October 24 with this year's theme "Witches of Oz!" Prizes for the best group theme and best decorated hat will be awarded. The cost is $40 per person […]

  • YMCA’s Halloween Hilltop Hustle

    Bob Freesen YMCA 1000 Sherwood Eddy Lane, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    The YMCA will be hosting Halloween Hilltop Hustle Fun Run on October 24...Costumes encouraged! A family fun run that entices people of all ages and running habits. They have a 2-mile run that is occurring on the path around YMCA; as well as a smaller run for smallest runners (under .5 miles).Once the running is done, they will have fire […]

  • Illinois College Fine Arts Series: Tales at Twilight

    Illinois College 1101 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Children and adults alike will feel the Halloween spirit when they come to hear three master storytellers spin spooky tales of the season. The evening will be led by Jacksonville’s own Mike Anderson ’74, whose combination of music, storytelling, and humor has made him a much sought-after performer throughout the Midwest. Mike will be joined by two of our favorite storytellers, Sherry and Bobby […]

  • Hotel-O-Ween

    Hampton Inn 1725 West Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Take your trick-or-treaters to any of the Jacksonville hotels listed for a spooky and delicious treat at our 8th Annual Hotel-O-Ween! Each location has a different goodie along with a sweet from 4:30 - 7:30 PM on Thursday, October 29. Locally designed Jacksonville Activity Books will also be available at one of the locations (limited quantities available). Complete List of […]

  • Trunk or Treat at The Grove

    The Grove Health and Rehab Center 873 Grove St, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Come dressed in your best costume and join The Grove Health and Rehab Center for a fun evening of treats and decorated trunks! Plus, there will be a 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤!

  • Light the Night Trunk or Treat at City Church

    City Church 129 E Vandalia Rd, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Your little goblins won't want to miss City Church's Light the Night Trunk or Treat on October 31 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM! Bring the whole family for a night of Games, Candy, Door Prizes, Hotdogs, Hot Chocolate and Photo Ops. This free event brings the fall fun without the scary.

  • VFW Auxiliary Vendor & Craft Fair

    American Legion Post 279 903 West Superior Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Come see Santa and Mrs. Claus while finding your holiday treasures at the VFW Auxiliary Vendor & Craft Fair on December 5 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM! This event is hosted at the Jacksonville American Legion.

  • 41st Annual Pilot Club Holiday Home Tour & Tea

    Twisted Tree 1061 East Morton Avenue, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Visit beautifully decorated homes on December 6, 2026. The decorations by the homeowners result in a pleasant afternoon that inspires the holiday spirit. Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Jacksonville. Tour five homes followed by tea served at Twisted Tree from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. You can purchase tickets in advance at Hy-Vee in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Area Chamber of […]

  • Live Nativity at 1C

    First Christian Church 2106 South Main Street, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Step into the story of Christmas with a Live Nativity, bringing the birth of Jesus to life, on December 11 at the barn next to First Christian Church! You’ll experience the wonder of that holy night through live actors, animals, and the telling of the Christmas story. Sing beloved carols together and celebrate the true meaning of the season. It’s […]

  • Downtown Cocoa & Carriage Rides with Cookie Crawl

    Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Bundle up and head downtown for Carriage Rides with hot cocoa and a Cookie Crawl through our downtown businesses! Window Display winners will be announced. More information TBA

  • Jacksonville Symphony “’Tis the Season to Celebrate” Concert

    Rammelkamp Chapel 215 Park St, Jacksonville

    The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra and Chorale presents their “'Tis the Season to Celebrate” Concert on December 19. ​Thrill to the joyous sounds of the festive Christmas season at this audience favorite concert.  This Yuletide program is guaranteed to make your holiday season complete.  Bring the entire family to this afternoon family celebration.  Santa promises to be with us--we want you […]

  • Illinois College Fine Arts Death by Chocolate Fundraiser

    Illinois College 1101 W College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, United States

    Illinois College Fine Arts' Death by Chocolate Fundraiser is back on February 14 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM! Enjoy a treasure trove of chocolate delights to the sounds of live jazz from the IC Faculty Jazz Combo in the elegant setting at Illinois College's Barnes House. Tickets are $20 per person. This event is not included in the series season […]