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SUMMARY:Bellevue Park Nights (05/08)
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy a local band in the park before kicking back under the stars for a summer movie! Enjoy food trucks and activities for kids before the movie starts! Takes place once a month on a Friday! Bands start at 7pm\, movie starts at sunset. See full schedule below: \nMay 8 Band: Fanfare! Movie: Sing\nJune 12 Band: Dawn Weber Movie: The Greatest Showman\nJuly 10 Band: Magnifikats Movie: Finding Nemo\nAug 14 Band: St. Chuch Movie: Big Hero 6\nSpet 11 Band: Shortmist Movie: Moana 2
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/bellevue-park-nights-05-08/
LOCATION:Bellevue Park Bandshell\, 401 Bellevue Park Dr\, Belleville\, 62226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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SUMMARY:Fancy Pants Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Grab your fancy little hat and gloves and join us for a lovely afternoon tea party. We will have delicious tea and snacks! We will also have crafts and games to make your afternoon even more enjoyable. Parent participation required\, this is not a drop-off program. You will only register your child.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/fancy-pants-tea-party/
LOCATION:Stone Lodge\, 401 Bellevue Park Dr\, Belleville\, 62226
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T190000
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SUMMARY:Bellevue Park Nights (06/12)
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy a local band in the park before kicking back under the stars for a summer movie! Enjoy food trucks and activities for kids before the movie starts! Takes place once a month on a Friday! Bands start at 7pm\, movie starts at sunset. See full schedule below: \nMay 8 Band: Fanfare! Movie: Sing\nJune 12 Band: Dawn Weber Movie: The Greatest Showman\nJuly 10 Band: Magnifikats Movie: Finding Nemo\nAug 14 Band: St. Chuck Movie: Big Hero 6\nSpet 11 Band: Shortmist Movie: Moana 2
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/bellevue-park-nights-06-12/
LOCATION:Bandshell in Bellevue Park\, 401 Bellevue Park Dr\, Belleville\, 62226
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T170000
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SUMMARY:FREEDOM FEST
DESCRIPTION:This is a music festival to celebrate our freedoms here in the USA\, by honoring those who have fought and continue to fight to protect our nation\, our Veterans and first responders\, through charitable donations. Our first event will be held at the Southern Illinois Justice Center\, formerly Lindenwood\, Belleville Campus. There will be grandstand seating and field seating\, if you bring your lawn chair or blanket. \nIn addition to live music\, there will be food booths\, veteran information booths and displays. \nThe charity for this year will be “Honor Flight.” \nNO outside food or beverage allowed. There is a clear bag policy\, as well. \nAdvance tickets: $30 Dailey or Weekend Pass $50\nDay of Event: $40; Weekend Pass $70 \nFRIDAY\, June 26\, 2026\, 5PM -10:30PM\nSATURDAY\, June 27\, 2026\, 3PM – 10:30PM
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/freedom-fest/
LOCATION:Southern Illinois Justice Center\, formerly Lindenwoodd\, Belleville\, 2600 West Main\, St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62226\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Food and Drink,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="FREEDOMFEST":MAILTO:barry_gregory@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T190000
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SUMMARY:Craft Beer Walk
DESCRIPTION:Community event to encourage attendees to support the Downtown District. Merchants will have craft beer samples and live music at their locations.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/craft-beer-walk/
LOCATION:227 E Main Street\, 227 E Main Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink
ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Main Street Committee":MAILTO:bellevillemainst@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Freedom Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come and join St. Matthew Church for a picnic\, activities for all ages\, and music to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The program will include the choir and the orchestra and will be outside on the St. Matthew grounds. Picnic begins at 5:00 p.m. with the music program beginning at 7:00 p.m.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/freedom-celebration/
LOCATION:St. Matthew Church\, 1200 Moreland Dr.\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Music
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SUMMARY:Bellevue Park Nights (07/10)
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy a local band in the park before kicking back under the stars for a summer movie! Enjoy food trucks and activities for kids before the movie. Bands start at 7:00pm and the movie starts at sunset. View full at link below!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/bellevue-park-nights-07-10/
LOCATION:Bandshell in Bellevue Park\, 401 Bellevue Park Dr\, Belleville\, 62226
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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SUMMARY:Bellevue Park Nights (08/14)
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy a local band in the park before kicking back under the stars for a summer movie! Enjoy food trucks and activities for kids before the movie. Bands start at 7:00pm and the movie starts at sunset. View full at link below!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/bellevue-park-nights-08-14/
LOCATION:Bandshell in Bellevue Park\, 401 Bellevue Park Dr\, Belleville\, 62226
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T200000
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SUMMARY:42nd Annual Belleville Chili Cook Off
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce\, the Annual Chili Cook-Off has been a beloved tradition for more than 41 years!\nWhat began as a small event with just a handful of vendors on one block of East Main Street has grown into one of Belleville’s largest and most anticipated festivals—featuring over 60 vendors showcasing their best chili recipes. \nWhile many attend for the delicious chili\, live entertainment\, and festive atmosphere\, few realize the event’s incredible impact: it’s the biggest fundraiser of the year for many local non-profit organizations. In fact\, more than half of the participating vendors represent non-profits or businesses raising money for charitable causes.\nAttendees can also make a difference by voting in the People’s Choice Contest—just $1 per vote\, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Community Interfaith Food Pantry in Belleville.\nJoin us for great food\, great fun\, and a great cause!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/42nd-annual-belleville-chili-cook-off/
LOCATION:Belleville Public Square\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Belleville Area Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@bellevillechamber.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T190000
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SUMMARY:Art & Wine Walk
DESCRIPTION:Community event to encourage engagement in the Downtown District. Merchants will have wine and art at their locations.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/art-wine-walk/
LOCATION:227 E Main Street\, 227 E Main Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Food and Drink
ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Main Street Committee":MAILTO:bellevillemainst@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261231T210000
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SUMMARY:Way of Lights Display at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows
DESCRIPTION:The night glows with the festive brilliance of Christmas lights at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows’ annual Way of Lights display. The lights illuminate the journey Mary and Joseph made to Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus at the life-size nativity. The breathtaking display now includes additional colored lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through\, but special activities\, such as camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’s\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!)\, are available at a nominal charge.\nAt the Visitors Center\, we will have our Christmas tree display area in the lobby\, our fantastic Gift Shop\, the Shrine food stand offering hot dogs\, hamburgers\, nachos\, and more\, the Arctic Exhibit\, Choirs\, LEGO Display\, Wreath Auction\, 50/50 Raffle\, Kids’ Christmas Corner\, the wreath and tree voting\, as well as a selfie area with a Christmas background for family and friend pics! Visit Snows.org for details.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/way-of-lights-display-at-the-national-shrine-of-our-lady-of-the-snows/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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