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1020 Artworks Studio

Belleville, Illinois
1020 Artworks Studio is the perfect place to spend a fun- and family-filled afternoon. At their spacious art ...more!

American Thresherman Association, Inc.

Pinckneyville, Illinois
The American Thresherman Association dedicates itself to education and works to preserve the history of agriculture...more!

Art on the Square

Belleville, Illinois
Art on the Square features over 100 international and domestic artists and welcomes 85,000+ visitors each year. Com...more!

Barnside Flower Farm

Red Bud, IL
Locally grown cut and potted flowers such as mums, sunflowers, dahlias, cosmos, zinnias, snapdragons, and many more...more!

Bel-Air Bowl

Belleville, IL
Bowl 32 lanes at Bel-Air Bowl in Belleville, Illinois, just minutes from St. Louis! Join Bel-Air Bowl for a night o...more!

Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Exposition Center

Swansea, IL
Visit Belle-Clair Fairgrounds & Exposition Center for a variety of large events including craft, consumer shows...more!

Belle-Clair Speedway

Belleville, IL
Visit the most action-packed track in Downstate Illinois at Belle-Clair Speedway in Belleville, IL. The track hosts...more!

Benson Blueberries

Lawrenceville, Illinois
Pick your own or buy from the roadside stand from late June to the last of July....more!

Bigard's Strawberry Patch and Peach Orchard

Newton, IL
Stop by for fresh strawberries May-June, and peaches from July-August....more!

Bird Haven, Robert Ridgway Memorial Arboretum & Sanctuary

Olney, IL
Bird Haven is located on the south side of East Fork Lake near Miller’s Grove. This sanctuary is home t...more!

Blossom Play Cafe

O'Fallon, IL
Blossom Play Cafe was created to foster community among young families while children PLAY!...more!

Bolm-Schuhkraft Park

Columbia, IL
Bolm-Schuhkraft Park (also know as City Park) is a 44.5 acre park located at 1200 Evergreen Lane....more!

Bond County Fairgrounds

Greenville, Illinois
Pagent shows, carnival, sheep show, bingo, demolition derby and so much more!...more!

Borsch Memorial Park

Valmeyer, Illinois
Ball diamonds, playgrounds, pavilions with running water and electricity, and a sand volleyball court....more!

Bradshaw Park

Carmi, Illinois
Tennis, baseball, picnic area, playground and concession stands...more!

Braeutigam's Orchards

Belleville, Illinois
Blackberries, peaches, apples, pumpkins, tomatoes and eggplant are specialties....more!

Breese Historical Park & Garden

Breese, IL
Peruse Breese's history in photographs, memorials and on the granite pyramid in this neighborhood park. Benches...more!

Breese Northside Park

Breese, IL
Swimming pool, ball diamonds, tennis courts, shelters, multiple playgrounds, stage for plays and performances....more!

Bryan Memorial Park

Salem, Illinois
Family Aquatic Center with waterslide; tennis courts, basketball courts, skateboard park, picnic shelters, bandstag...more!

Bryant's Miniatures

Norris City, Illinois
Come see draft and carriage horses in miniature! They breed and train miniature horses and Shetland ponies, includi...more!

Centennial Park

Swansea, Illinois
A relaxing walking trail winds around the turtle filled pond through the tall shady trees and across rustic bridges...more!

Centerfield Park Inc.

Fairview Heights, Illinois
Spend the day at the Slik Trak, go karts, miniature golf, batting cages, bumper boats and video arcade - all in one...more!

Centralia Recreation Complex

Centralia, Illinois
The Centralia Recreation Complex is a 60,000 square foot multi-sport facility located in historic downtown Centrali...more!

Charleston Tourism

Charleston, IL
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Charley Brown Memorial Park

Flora, Illinois
Swimming pool, campground, ball fields, home of Little Toot Railroad...more!

Citizens Park

Belleville, IL
This 45-acre park offers ball diamonds, bike ramps, a disc-golf course, and picnic facilities!...more!

Clark County Fairgrounds

Marshall, Illinois
Got a flair for the flame? Come to dazzle us at our 1st ever Backyard BBQ Cookoff!! Sign up and test your skills ag...more!

Clay County Fairgrounds

Flora, IL
We have many exciting events planned so stay tuned for more details!...more!

Clinton County Fairgrounds

Carlyle, Illinois
The Clinton County Fair is located in Carlyle, IL and celebrates fair week each July. The fairgrounds are located i...more!

Code Rulers Escape Room

O'Fallon, Illinois
Escape the room or escape rooms are physical adventure games in which people are locked in a room with other partic...more!

Cole Memorial Park

Chester, IL
Shelters, picnic areas, swimming pool, playgrounds and tennis courts are laid out within the forested park....more!

Columbia City Saloon Bar & Grill at West Park Bowl

Columbia, IL
West Park Bowl has been serving Columbia since 1982. We are proud to keep this establishment up and serving the com...more!

Community Club Park

Okawville, IL
Large facility for events, picnic area, playground, site of Fair & Wheat Festival in the Fall....more!

Country Kids Pumpkin Patch

Hoyleton, Illinois
Celebrate the Fall season in Downstate Illinois at Country Kids Pumpkin Patch. The Pumpkin Patch offers a selection...more!

Coyote ATV Trail Riders & Junkyard International Raceway

Coulterville, IL
Fifty to sixty trucks carrying ATVs pull in every weekend to ride through the ten miles of trails, or race go-karts...more!

Cumberland County Fairgrounds

Greenup, Illinois
All of the fun and excitement is once again returning to the Cumberland County Fairgrounds in Greenup, Illinois. We...more!

Dorney's Pumpkin Patch

Lawrenceville, Illinois
Open for fall family activities at the pumpkin patch, Sept. 30-Oct. 29. Day activities are every Sat. 12-5 and Sun....more!

Du Quoin State Fairgrounds

Du Quoin, IL
The picturesque 1,600 acres offers hiking, fishing, picnicking and over 1,200 camping hook-ups. The fairground...more!

Dupo Community Park

Dupo, Illinois
Beautiful 14 acres of family park fun with 2 restrooms, 7 pavilions, 2 playgrounds, a splash pad, walking paths, pi...more!

Eckerle Park

Carmi, Illinois
Swimming pool, picnic areas, ball diamonds...more!

Eckert's Country Store & Farms

Belleville, Illinois
Open year-round, with activities all four seasons of the year, Eckert’s Belleville Farm offers seasonally available...more!

Eckert's Millstadt Family Fun Farm

Millstadt, Illinois
Escape to the country and have the time of your life at Eckert’s Millstadt Fun Farm. Visiting their working f...more!

The EDGE

Belleville, IL
Home of the World's Largest Laser Tag Arena at The EDGE in Belleville, IL! 14,000+ square ft. arena and can pla...more!

The EDGE 5 Theatres

Belleville, IL
The theatres opened in July 2012, and all five theatres have state-of-the-art digital projectors, Dolby Digital Sur...more!

Edwards County Fairgrounds

Albion, Illinois
The Edwards County Fair is in the old-time tradition of county fairs and features harness racing, a demo derby, mot...more!

Escape 618

Belleville, Illinois
Try Belleville's one and only escape room on your next Downstate Illinois adventure! Escape 618's themed ro...more!

Fairview Park

Centralia, IL
45 acres of recreation space include a swimming pool, baseball and softball fields, skateboard park, several picnic...more!

Family Sportsplex

Belleville, IL
This 60,000 ft. facility has indoor/outdoor fields for gymnastics, soccer, basketball, volleyball or almost any spo...more!

Fayette County Fairgrounds

Brownstown, IL
Follow us to get information regarding our annual Festival on our Fairgrounds!...more!

Freeburg Recreation Park

Freeburg, Illinois
Bring your Family to the Park for a great day of fun and relaxation. There are 4 pavilions to hold your family reun...more!

G & C Meyer Farm

Steeleville, IL
Find berries, green beans, okra, potatoes and other veggies, seasonal flowers and bedding plants....more!

Gaelic Origins Irish Dance

O'Fallon, IL
Gaelic Origins is an Irish dance school located in O'Fallon IL offering classes to children and adults, as well...more!

Gaetti Sports Academy

Centralia, IL
Gaetti's Sports Academy is the only facility in the country offering curriculum put together by four World Seri...more!

The Game Yard

Highland, IL
The Game Yard will be starting out as an AXE THROWING facility. Their first phase of this build out is Axe throwing...more!

Gateway Grizzlies Minor League Baseball

Sauget, Illinois
Cheer on the home team at GCS Stadium as the Gateway Grizzlies play. Games include theme nights, 7th Inning Stretch...more!

GCS Ballpark

Sauget, Clair
This 5,000-seat stadium has reserved box seats, lawn seats, party suites and a hot tub. It's home to the Gatewa...more!

Glik Park

Highland, Illinois
Four baseball/softball diamonds, five soccer fields or two football fields are featured. There is also a basketball...more!

Grayville Memorial Park

Grayville, Illinois
Pool, playground, tennis, baseball, basketball, natural performance amphitheater, lake, fishing, boating...more!

Green Acres Farm

Washington Park, Illinois
Have fun picking fruits and vegetables throughout the growing season....more!

Grimm Acres

Albion, Illinois
Heritage farm animals and several kinds of poultry are raised on the farm. Visitors may arrange a tour by appointme...more!

Grissom's "Lost Creek" Orchard

Greenup, Illinois
Seasonal specialties include apples (fall) and peaches (summer), but there's a wide variety of fruits, vegetabl...more!

Grizzlies' Academy

Sauget, Illinois
A state-of-the-art indoor facility that houses the Pro-Batter PX2 Professional Baseball System. It combines major-l...more!

Hamilton County Fairgrounds

McLeansboro, IL
The Hamilton County Fair and its fairgrounds are located in McLeansboro, IL. You can visit the fairgrounds on Illin...more!

Harmony Park

Robinson, Illinois
Make music with your friends, family and the people of Robinson at Harmony Park. The park includes a series of outd...more!

Hawkins/Schwartz Orchards

Dix, Illinois
Pick strawberries, peaches, apples, cider and enjoy activities for families....more!

Hesse Park

O'Fallon, Illinois
Four ball diamonds (one lighted), soccer fields, basketball courts, in-line skating rink, picnic shelters, playgrou...more!

Hi-Top Bowl

Highland, IL
Member of 2013 Kids Bowl Free program. Bowling $2.75 per game per person, shoe rental $1.50....more!

Horner Park

Lebanon, Illinois
Enjoy the natural beauty of Lebanon, IL at Horner Park. This gorgeous park offers a fishing lake, baseball and soft...more!

Hough Park

Belleville, IL
Hough Park is Belleville's "Picnic Headquarters!" The park features a large hexagon shaped shelter in...more!

Hutsonville Park

Hutsonville, Illinois
Located on Outer South Rose Street in Hutsonville. It has ballfields, volleyball, small lake, fishing, playground, ...more!

Illinois Country Harvest

Prairie du Rocher, IL
We are a sustainable, small, diverse farm located in southwestern Illinois. We proudly grow heirloom and nativ...more!

Irons Golf Simulator and Axes

Vandalia, IL
The Irons is a new golf simulator and axe throwing facility in Vandalia, IL. ...more!

Jasper County Fairgrounds

Newton, IL
The Jasper County Fair is fun everyone! We have a demo derby, beauty pageant, live animal races, and so much more....more!

John Brown Melons

Carmi, Illinois
The best melons are grown by the river, and the Brown family has been growing on the banks of the Wabash for genera...more!

Kaskaskia Dragon

Vandalia, IL
The side of the highway seems like the least likely place to spot a fire-breathing dragon... but not in Vandalia! Y...more!

Kaskaskia Marina & Park

New Athens, Illinois
Site of drag races in September, full marina services, batting cages, ball fields, roller hockey....more!

Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail Coalition

Prairie du Rocher, IL
King Louis XV of France, that is! French colonists gave this name to the Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail (KCT) in the early...more!

Keyes Park

Du Quoin, IL
This fun filled family park is the site of picnics, family reunions, a children's playground, tennis and basket...more!

Kid's Kingdom

McLeansboro, Illinois
A re-creation of Historic McLeansboro where children can climb, swing, slide and play. The park also offers a pavil...more!

Knobeloch Woods Nature Preserve

Freeburg, Western
Hike through 35 acres of dry upland and wet floodplain forest. Birds and spring wildflowers are abundant....more!

Konarcik Park

Waterloo, IL
Take a stroll on the walking trail, play ball, wet a line or swing around the playground. New to Konarcik Park - a ...more!

Korte Recreation Center

Highland, Illinois
This building has everything: cardio/weight room, indoor track, indoor acquatic center and a full-size gym for bask...more!

Krause Elk Farm

Evansville, Illinois
Learn about these majestic animals on an educational and fun tour of the property. Hear the awesome bugling of the ...more!

Lakeside Park

Fairfield, IL
Lighted tennis courts, baseball, playground and picnic facilities...more!

Lakeview Park - McLeansboro

McLeansboro, Illinois
The park offers fishing, the Weinmann Pavilion for outdoor entertaining, cooking sites, and a play area for childre...more!

Lakeview Park - Waterloo

Waterloo, IL
Paved walking trail, playground, three large fishing lakes, pavilions with running water, electricity, and barbecue...more!

Lanterman Park

Bridgeport, IL
Pavilion, picnic shelter, playground, baseball field...more!

Lawrence County Fairgrounds

Sumner, Illinois
Pagents, Pig Wrestling, Truck pulls, and so much more! Come celebrate our wonderful community and have some fun....more!

Lawrenceville City Park

Lawrenceville, IL
Swimming pool, playground, baseball, tennis, basketball, picnic shelters, walking track...more!

Leo French Memorial Park

Fairfield, Illinois
Olympic size pool, walking trail, fishing, picnic sites, baseball, softball and basketball....more!

Lily Lane Farms

Enfield, Illinois
Farm fresh food from our family to yours!...more!

Lincoln Trail Motosports

Casey, Illinois
220 acres of riding are open daily with an MX track, Thompson Motorsports Practice track, 592 Pee Wee Track, GP tra...more!

Little Toot Railroad

Flora, Illinois
With a puff of steam, the clickety-clack of steel on steel and the lonely whistle, Little Toot rolls through the sc...more!

Mac's Family Fun Time

Highland, IL
Mac's Family Fun Time is a Family Entertainment Center in Highland IL....more!

Madison County Fairgrounds

Highland, IL
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Marcoot Jersey Creamery

Greenville, IL
This working dairy has been in the Marcoot family for seven generations. Bring your family to see all aspects of th...more!

Marion County Agriculture Fair

Salem, Central
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Marion County Fairgrounds

Salem, IL
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Marissa Recreation Area

Marissa, IL
Features two lakes, a nine hole golf course, camping area, a cottage/residence area, as well as picnic shelters....more!

Marshall Community Swimming Pool

Marshall, Illinois
Dive into the Marshall Community Swimming Pool, open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Stop by on your next trip...more!

Marshall Walldog Murals

Marshall, IL
During the week of June 22-26, 2016 over 150 artists from across the United States as well as Canada, New Zealand, ...more!

Mascoutah Community Lanes

Mascoutah, IL
Handcrafted Pizza & Hand-dipped Ice Cream served for dine-in or carryout 7 days a week....more!

McAllister Park

Lebanon, Illinois
Visit Lebanon, IL's newest park on your next Downstate Illinois adventure! The park is complete with pavilions ...more!

McKendree Metro Rec Plex

O'Fallon, Illinois
Discover O'Fallon, IL's go-to hub for sports and fitness! The McKendree Metro Rec Plex features two NHL-siz...more!

McLeansboro City Pool

McLeansboro, IL
The City Pool has been offering splashing fun to the young and the young-at-heart for half a century. The season be...more!

Metro East Model Railroad Club Open House

Glen Carbon, IL
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Metter Memorial Park

Columbia, Illinois
Spend the afternoon in Metter Memorial Park, an outdoor oasis in Columbia, IL! The park includes walking trails, ha...more!

Monroe County Fairgrounds

Waterloo, Illinois
The Monroe County Fairgrounds features a beauty pageant, truck and tractor pull, animal judging, demolition derby, ...more!

Moody Park (Longacre Park)

Fairview Heights, Illinois
Sand volleyball courts, baseball/softball diamonds, soccer field, a 1.5-mile walking/running path, concession stand...more!

Musgrove Aquatic Center

Olney, IL
This aquatic center consists of a 395,000 gallon swimming pool completed with bathhouse, 190’ water slide, wa...more!

National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows

Belleville, IL
Did you know that Belleville, IL is home to the largest outdoor shrine in North America? The National Shrine o...more!

Norris City Park

Norris City, Illinois
Norris City Park in Norris City, IL feature a picnic area, wading pool, swings, and reservoir with fish....more!

NubAbility Athletics

Du Quoin, IL
The NubAbility® Athletics Foundation exists to encourage, inspire, instruct limb different youth (congenital or...more!

O'Fallon Community Park

O'Fallon, Illinois
Katy Cavins Community Center, swimming pool, six ball diamonds (two lighted), four lighted tennis courts, lighted b...more!

O'Fallon Family Sports Park

O'Fallon, Illinois
This world-class facility sits on 200 acres, boasting state-of-the art tournament baseball fields with advanced spo...more!

Oblong Park and Lake

Oblong, Illinois
Located on East edge of Oblong has a large stocked lake with lighted walking paths, shelters, playgrounds, horsesho...more!

Olney City Park

Olney, IL
Olney City Park is a great place to see Olney's famous white squirrels! They play amongst the Park's picnic...more!

Organ Farms

McLeansboro, Illinois
Bring the whole family for Fall Country Fun at the farm. Groups can reserve weekdays and evenings and the public is...more!

Parklanes Bowling Alley & Restaurant

Newton, IL
Host your next family reunion, birthday, or date night at Parklanes Bowling Alley in Newton, IL! With 10 lanes for ...more!

Patriot's Park

Greenville, Illinois
Walking trails, fishing lake, playground areas, disc golf, and shelters...more!

Peabody River King State Fish Wildlife Area

New Athens, Illinois
Boat docks and fishing areas are easily accessed for all skill levels - even special docks for kids....more!

Pelican Cove Water Park

Robinson, Illinois
Pelican Cove Water Park in Robinson, IL features a one of a kind Splash Pad with a 23-foot tall pirate ship, Billy ...more!

Perry County Fairgrounds

Pinckneyville, Illinois
The oldest continuous fair in Illinois, the Perry County Fair held mid June, has a variety of events and activities...more!

Peterson Park

Newton, IL
Aquatic Center, tennis, basketball, batting cages, mini golf, sand volleyball, picnic shelters, playground, disk go...more!

Popeye & Friends Character Trail

Chester, IL
Popeye stands tall in the Elzie C. Segar Memorial Park by the Visitors Center in Chester. Search through town for h...more!

Pumpkin Blossom Hill

Red Bud, Illinois
Shop for pumpkins, gourds, mums, crafts and antiques from September thru December. Mini corn maze and pumpkin picki...more!

Rainbow Ranch Petting Zoo

Nashville, Illinois
Want to give your kids or group a personal tour of an exotic petting zoo? Looking for a beautiful farm wedding venu...more!

Rampart Shooting Range

Pocahontas, IL
Rampart Range was designed to be the most innovative, state-of-the-art shooting facility in the region. Locate...more!

Randolph County Fairgrounds

Sparta, Illinois
Randolph county fair provides entertainment for the whole family. The fair hosts livestock shows as well as grandst...more!

The Rec Complex of Fairview Heights

Fairview Heights, IL
58,000 sq. ft. recreation complex and community center Basketball Courts ? Fitness Center ? Pool & Spl...more!

Red Bud Sports Complex

Red Bud, IL
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Richland County Fairgrounds

Olney, IL
The Richland County Fair is held at the Olney City Park Fairgrounds. The fair began in 1856 and continues to be one...more!

Robinson City Park

Robinson, Illinois
Public swimming pool, large water slides, horseshoe pits, basketball, tennis, pickleball, and volleyball court...more!

Rogers-Dewitt Park

McLeansboro, Illinois
The 58-acre park features a nature trail with two foot bridges, a meadow and a fishing pond. Primitive camping site...more!

Rotary Park

Olney, IL
Rotary Park is located on East Fork Lake and has a disc golf course, fitness path, two covered picnic shelters, a p...more!

Route 45 Raceway

Flora, Illinois
U.M.P. Modifieds, Street Stocks and Sport Compacts are run every Saturday night....more!

Salem Community Theatre & Cultural Center

Salem, Illinois
Visit the Salem Community Theatre & Cultural Center for quarterly plays and revues, as well as free movies in t...more!

Sam Dale Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

Johnsonville, Illinois
Fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, swimming, 194 acre lake and a concession stand features a snack bar, restaurant ...more!

Sam Parr State Fish & Wildlife Area

Newton, IL
Fishing lake, horse trails, hiking trails, picnic area, camping and 840 huntable acres. RV and tent sites....more!

Scheve Park

Mascoutah, IL
The old train depot, a full-size caboose and a train car along with pavilions and ag building can be reserved for g...more!

Schoenbeck Ranch

Ellis Grove, IL
Offering - Pony rides, Covered Wagon rides, Corn Maze, Straw Maze, Barrel Car Train , Petting Zoo, Photo Ops , and ...more!

Schranz Memorial Park

Swansea, IL
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Schwartz Farms

Centralia, Illinois
You can find berries, apples, peaches, pears and watermelon in season. ...more!

Shreve's Pumpkin Patch

Mill Shoals, Illinois
Come out and pick your pumpkin and wander through the corn maze. Visit the main building where an assortment of ite...more!

Skating Rink at Twin Lakes

Paris, IL
Family Friendly Roller skating rink, arcade and snack bar!!...more!

Skyview Drive-In

Belleville, Illinois
The Skyview Drive-In in Belleville, IL shows first-run movies from April to October. Don't miss the opportunity to ...more!

Southwest Park

Fairfield, Illinois
Ball diamonds, concession stand...more!

Splendid Art/Works

Columbia, IL
See our website for classes and events. Our studio space is available for private events or studio space rental. Co...more!

St. Clair Bowl

Fairview Heights, Illinois
Discover a night of family-filled fun at St. Clair Bowl! With 50 bowling lanes, a Treasure Island Arcade, an adult ...more!