History and Culture
Events
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44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest
Belleville Public Square BellevilleCelebrate the German heritage of Belleville, Illinois all weekend long at the 44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest
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“Paint Historic Belleville” Art Auction
Historic Garfield Street Saloon 633 E Garfield Street, Belleville, IL, United StatesSpend your afternoon surrounded by art, history, and a little local flair! Join us in downtown Belleville at the legendary Garfield Saloon from 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM for a one-of-a-kind art auction. Sip, mingle, and get the chance to […]
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44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest
Belleville Public Square BellevilleCelebrate the German heritage of Belleville, Illinois all weekend long at the 44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest
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12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt
Honorary Veterans Memorial Square 101 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL, United StatesThurs-Sat., 11 AM - 8 PM*, Sundays 11 AM - 6 PM* *See website for exact hours and details Shop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville's Public Square, featuring unique vendors, food, and beverages, […]
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GUIDED BIRD WALK
Mount Hope Cemetery 9401 West Main Street, BellevilleJoin us for a peaceful morning of birding and nature observation at Mount Hope Cemetery. This guided walk will cover about 1 mile at a comfortable, slow pace with plenty of stops to take in the sights and sounds around […]
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12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt
Honorary Veterans Memorial Square 101 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL, United StatesThurs-Sat., 11 AM - 8 PM*, Sundays 11 AM - 6 PM* *See website for exact hours and details Shop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville's Public Square, featuring unique vendors, food, and beverages, […]
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8th Haunted Belleville Walking Tour: Back to BellEVILle
Daphne Sumner History Discovery Center 705 E Washington Ave, Belleville, IL, United StatesStep into the night with us as we explore the haunted history of the Old Belleville Historic District. The eighth edition of this unique event beckons with tales of the past and of encounters with the unexplained.
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27th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
Honorary Veterans Memorial Square 101 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL, United StatesJoin us as we recognize all Veterans who have served this great country at this annual ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Belleville's Honorary Veterans Memorial Square.
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Mid Century Holiday Party
Blazier House Museum 6 Oak Knoll Pl, Belleville, United StatesGet ready to jingle, mingle, and sway the night away in your best retro ensemble at our Midcentury Holiday soirée, an evening where vintage glamour meets festive cheer inside our beautifully restored architectural gem. Your ticket includes: Live music Stylish hors d'oeuvres Iconic […]
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The Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk
Gustav Koerner House 200 Abend St, Belleville, IL, United StatesExperience candlelit streets, holiday tours, carolers, St. Nicholas, and festive treats in Old Belleville’s Historic District. Some stops even offer free cookies and drinks!
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Iceland Presentation with Ambassador Travel and Cruises
Belleville Chamber of Commerce 216 E A St, BellevilleJoin the Belleville Chamber and Ambassador Travel & Cruises on an information night for the November 2026 Iceland Tour. Must RSVP by January 18th. 618.234.1046
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Organ Concert: Featuring Juan Cardona
The Lincoln Theatre 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, United StatesJoin us for an exciting concert by Juan Cardona at the Lincoln Theatre, brought to you by the St Louis Theatre Organ Society. Juan Cardona, Jr. is a Connecticut-based organist who began studying piano and organ at age seven and […]
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