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SUMMARY:First Fridays at LongStory Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for First Fridays at LongStory Coffee on the first Friday of every month from 4:00pm-6:00pm. \nJon Goodson\, former owner of Belleville’s 1980’s-1990’s Trak Records\, will be at the cafe spinning records\, as well as selling vinyls/CD’s.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/first-fridays-at-longstory-coffee/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:LongStory Coffee\, 732 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Music,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Metro East Pride Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Metro East Pride Fest has grown into one of the largest LGBTQIA+ celebrations in Southern Illinois\, drawing thousands of attendees each year for a full day of entertainment\, community engagement\, education\, and celebration. The festival will feature: \n• Live entertainment throughout the day\n• Local and regional performers\n• Pride royalty and drag entertainment\n• Community organizations and nonprofit resources\n• Food and beverage vendors\n• Retail and artisan vendors\n• Family-friendly activities\n• Special contests and community events\n• Opportunities to connect with businesses and organizations that support diversity and inclusion \nMore than 100 vendor spaces are available\, providing opportunities for businesses\, artists\, nonprofits\, and community organizations to engage with attendees and showcase their products\, services\, and missions. \n“Metro East Pride Fest is more than just a festival—it is a celebration of community\, visibility\, acceptance\, and belonging\,” said Kristen Broyles\, President of Metro East Pride. “In a time when many members of our community continue to face challenges\, it is important that we come together to celebrate who we are\, support one another\, and demonstrate that love truly is louder than hate.” \nRegistration for vendors\, sponsors\, and volunteers is currently open. Community members interested in supporting the event are encouraged to get involved through sponsorships\, volunteering\, or attending the festival. \nMetro East Pride of Southwestern Illinois is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing unity\, visibility\, and wellness among people of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities through educational\, cultural\, and community programs throughout the Metro East region. \nFor additional information\, sponsorship opportunities\, volunteer registration\, or vendor applications\, visit the Metro East Pride website or follow Metro East Pride on social media. \nEvent Information\nMetro East Pride Fest 2026\nSaturday\, October 3\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.\nDowntown Belleville Public Square & East Main Street\nBelleville\, Illinois \nMedia Contact:\nKristen Broyles\nPresident\, Metro East Pride of Southwestern Illinois\npresident.mepsi@gmail.com\nwww.metroeastpride.org
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/metro-east-pride-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Non-Profit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro East Pride":MAILTO:metroeastpride@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Howlin' Hayride & Moonlight Movie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this spooky tradition in Laderman Park as we ride a wagon through Walnut Hill Cemetery on a scavenger hunt adventure\, roast s’mores over the firepit\, play Halloween games\, and watch a movie under the stars in the crisp fall air. Bring your fangs and wolf ears\, this year’s movie is Hotel Transylvania! \nNew this year: the Inflatable Costume 1-mile fun run! This optional run will take place before the festivities open and is sure to be equally as hilarious as it is fun!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/howlin-hayride-moonlight-movie-2/
LOCATION:Laderman Park\, 1105 Mascoutah Ave.\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Halloween Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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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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SUMMARY:Monthly Teen DIY
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URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/monthly-teen-diy/2026-10-12/
LOCATION:Belleville Public Library – Main Branch\, 121 East Washington Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Cathedral 8th Annual Food Truck Fest
DESCRIPTION:Cathedral of Saint Peter’s Food Truck Fest is BACK! October 17 from 4-9 pm\n200 South 2nd Street\, Belleville IL 62220\nSave the date and join us for an evening filled with delicious food\,\nLIVE music\, family fun\, and great fellowship!\nBring your family\, invite your friends\, and come enjoy\none of our favorite Cathedral traditions.\nGood food. Great music. Family fun. Fellowship.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/cathedral-8th-annual-food-truck-fest/
LOCATION:St. Peter’s Catholic Cathedral\, 200 W Harrison St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Music,Non-Profit
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SUMMARY:Keyboard Praise
DESCRIPTION:St. Matthew Church presents a worship experience featuring 10 grand pianos and organ. Admission is FREE. Program begins at 7:00 p.m. with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. Call the church office at (618) 397-5994 for more information.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/keyboard-praise/
LOCATION:St. Matthew Church\, 1200 Moreland Dr.\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Music,Seniors
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