BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Explore Belleville - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://explorebelleville.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Explore Belleville REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T163000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20260114T173944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T173944Z UID:10000889-1771164000-1771173000@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:Organ Concert: Featuring Juan Cardona DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting concert by Juan Cardona at the Lincoln Theatre\, brought to you by the St Louis Theatre Organ Society. \nJuan Cardona\, Jr. is a Connecticut-based organist who began studying piano and organ at age seven and earned a BFA in classical organ from the University of Connecticut\, studying with Angela Salcedo and later refining his theatre organ skills with Jelani Eddington. He has served as House Organist for the Thomaston Opera House for over 30 years and the Bardavon Opera House for more than 25 years\, and regularly performs concerts and silent films nationwide. His notable appearances include opening for the Boston Pops\, the Russian National Ballet\, and performing with artists such as Neil Sedaka\, Tito Puente\, and members of Phantom of the Opera. A specialist in silent film accompaniment\, Juan has performed over 30 films and was featured at the American Theatre Organ Society’s 2022 National Convention. Outside of music\, he is a Wireless Network Engineer\, enjoys radio-controlled model airplanes\, and pursues culinary interests. URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/organ-concert-featuring-juan-cardona/ LOCATION:The Lincoln Theatre\, 103 E Main Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,History and Culture,Music,Non-Profit,Theatre & Entertainment END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20251223T144528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T144528Z UID:10000472-1769536800-1769544000@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:Iceland Presentation with Ambassador Travel and Cruises DESCRIPTION:Join 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 URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/iceland-presentation-with-ambassador-travel-and-cruises/ LOCATION:Belleville Chamber of Commerce\, 216 E A St\, Belleville\, 62220 CATEGORIES:History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Iceland.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ambassador Travel &%3B Cruises":MAILTO:toni@4ambassadortravel.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20251013T150155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T155524Z UID:10000407-1765645200-1765659600@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:The Old Belleville Historical Luminary Walk DESCRIPTION:Experience candlelit streets\, holiday tours\, carolers\, St. Nicholas\, and festive treats in Old Belleville’s Historic District. Some stops even offer free cookies and drinks! URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/the-old-belleville-historical-luminary-walk/ LOCATION:Gustav Koerner House\, 200 Abend St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:History and Culture,Holiday Fun END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20251013T141743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T141743Z UID:10000403-1765047600-1765054800@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:Mid Century Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:Get 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.\nYour ticket includes: Live music Stylish hors d’oeuvres Iconic photo stations for those “wish you were here” moments Included access to the Museum of Architecture Surprise entertainment (details to be unwrapped soon)\nWhether you’re a mod maven or a dapper gent\, this night is your time to shine. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of holiday nostalgia\, swanky vibes\, and timeless style.\nDress to impress\, dance like it’s 1965\, and stay tuned for more details! URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/mid-century-holiday-party/ LOCATION:Blazier House Museum\, 6 Oak Knoll Pl\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States CATEGORIES:History and Culture,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/MidCentury-Holiday-Party.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Historical Society":MAILTO:bellevillehistoricalsociety@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251111T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20251014T155830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T180323Z UID:10000408-1762858800-1762862400@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:27th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join 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. URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/27th-annual-veterans-day-ceremony/ LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/27th-Annual-Veterans-Day-Ceremony.png ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251019 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20250922T161431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T125205Z UID:10000093-1760486400-1760831999@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:8th Haunted Belleville Walking Tour: Back to BellEVILle DESCRIPTION:Step into the night with us as we explore the haunted history of the Old Belleville Historic District. \nThe eighth edition of this unique event beckons with tales of the past and of encounters with the unexplained. URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/8th-haunted-belleville-walking-tour-back-to-belleville/ LOCATION:Daphne Sumner History Discovery Center\, 705 E Washington Ave\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Halloween Activities,History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Haunted-Belleville-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="St. Clair County HIstorical Society":MAILTO:stcchs.curator@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20251006T143517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T143517Z UID:10000173-1759575600-1759608000@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sat.\, 11 AM – 8 PM*\,\nSundays 11 AM – 6 PM*\n*See website for exact hours and details \nShop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt\, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville’s Public Square\, featuring unique vendors\, food\, and beverages\, along with live entertainment and special attractions on specific dates. \nVisit the Belleville Christkindlmarkt website for event details\, including dates and hours\, a list of vendors\, entertainment and attraction dates\, and more! URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/12th-annual-belleville-christkindlmarkt/2025-10-04/ LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,History and Culture,Holiday Fun,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Logo-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T103000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20251001T175200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T175200Z UID:10000121-1759566600-1759573800@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:GUIDED BIRD WALK DESCRIPTION:Join 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 us. All are welcome\, but RSVP is requested! URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/guided-bird-walk/ LOCATION:Mount Hope Cemetery\, 9401 West Main Street\, Belleville\, 62223 CATEGORIES:History and Culture,Sports / Recreation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/inbound8489546877571730042-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Save Mount Hope":MAILTO:natx65@msn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20251006T143517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T143517Z UID:10000172-1759489200-1759521600@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt DESCRIPTION:Thurs-Sat.\, 11 AM – 8 PM*\,\nSundays 11 AM – 6 PM*\n*See website for exact hours and details \nShop the 12th Annual Belleville Christkindlmarkt\, an open-air German Christmas Market on Belleville’s Public Square\, featuring unique vendors\, food\, and beverages\, along with live entertainment and special attractions on specific dates. \nVisit the Belleville Christkindlmarkt website for event details\, including dates and hours\, a list of vendors\, entertainment and attraction dates\, and more! URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/12th-annual-belleville-christkindlmarkt/2025-10-03/ LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,History and Culture,Holiday Fun,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Logo-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20250821T141952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T153058Z UID:10000060-1758456000-1758474000@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the German heritage of Belleville\, Illinois all weekend long at the 44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/44th-annual-belleville-oktoberfest/2025-09-21/ LOCATION:Belleville Public Square\, Belleville\, 62220 CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_7494.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Oktoberfest Committee":MAILTO:Cari@metrolock.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20250722T201145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T153750Z UID:10000025-1758367800-1758380400@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:"Paint Historic Belleville" Art Auction DESCRIPTION:Spend your afternoon surrounded by art\, history\, and a little local flair!\nJoin 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 own original plein air paintings capturing Belleville’s most iconic landmarks.\nEvery bid supports the Belleville Historical Society—and this year\, we’re adding something new to the mix (details coming soon)!\nMark your calendars\, bring a friend\, and enjoy a beautiful afternoon of art\, history\, and community. URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/paint-historic-belleville-art-auction/ LOCATION:Historic Garfield Street Saloon\, 633 E Garfield Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Paint-Historic-Belleville.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Historical Society":MAILTO:bellevillehistoricalsociety@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20250821T141952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T153058Z UID:10000059-1758366000-1758398400@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the German heritage of Belleville\, Illinois all weekend long at the 44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/44th-annual-belleville-oktoberfest/2025-09-20/ LOCATION:Belleville Public Square\, Belleville\, 62220 CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_7494.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Oktoberfest Committee":MAILTO:Cari@metrolock.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20250821T141952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T153058Z UID:10000033-1758279600-1758484800@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the German heritage of Belleville\, Illinois all weekend long at the 44th Annual Belleville Oktoberfest URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/44th-annual-belleville-oktoberfest/2025-09-19/ LOCATION:Belleville Public Square\, Belleville\, 62220 CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_7494.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Oktoberfest Committee":MAILTO:Cari@metrolock.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T030628 CREATED:20250827T152335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T152335Z UID:10000056-1757590200-1757592000@explorebelleville.net SUMMARY:September 11th Moment of Remembrance DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this annual ceremony at the site of the September 11 Memorial Walkway of Southern Illinois in Belleville. Co-hosted by the City of Belleville and the September 11 Memorial Walkway of Southern Illinois Committee\, this ceremony honors those who died and those who came to aid and rescue the victims of 9/11/2001. \n  \n\nView the Memorial and Ceremony Details URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/september-11th-moment-of-remembrance/ LOCATION:Engine House #4\, 1125 South Illinois Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:History and Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/911.png ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR