Take a trip back to the summer of 1962 with a special screening of The Sandlot (1993), part of The News-Gazette Film Series at the Virginia Theatre on Saturday, July 5 at 2:00 p.m.
Looking for fun in Champaign-Urbana this weekend? From live music to stargazing and trivia nights, here are the top events happening Friday through Sunday in CU.
The three-day multi-faceted event will run from September 18 to September 20, with the Krannert Center for Performing Arts, Rose Bowl Tavern, Canopy Club, Gallery Art Bar, and Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College hosting acts.
The Pens to Lens Student Screenwriting and Filmmaking Competition is returning to Champaign in 2025.
Downtown Champaign is once again celebrating the return of the Toast to Taylor Street Block Party Series — a celebration of local music, art, food, and community. Mark your calendars for this year’s dates: May 10, June 21, August 16, and September 13.
Saturday, June 15th just reinforced my decision to move back to Champaign-Urbana 15 years ago. There really is something for everyone in this town, and yesterday had so many great options, I didn’t even have time to do ALL the things I wanted to do.
One of the area’s most unique annual events blending music, nature, and learning is set to return for its fifth rendition later this month.
The Illinois State Fair is returning to Springfield this August with a theme that promises excitement, exploration, and endless family fun: “Adventure Awaits.” The 2025 fair opens on Thursday, August 7, and runs through Sunday, August 17, offering 11 days of agricultural showcases, thrilling carnival rides, live performances, delicious food, and cherished traditions.
The Champaign-Urbana community is marking Juneteenth 2025 with a vibrant lineup of events honoring freedom, resilience, and Black history. From concerts and crafts to storytelling and historical dedications, this year’s celebrations promise opportunities for all ages to reflect and engage.
The Champaign Farmers Market is returning to its former home at the corner of Neil and Washington, now nestled beside the city’s newly completed Downtown Plaza. Beginning Tuesday, June 10, the market—hosted by The Land Connection—will take place every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. through October 28.