24th Annual Art on the Square
2026-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Honorary Veterans Memorial Square, 101 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States

Fancy Pants Tea Party
2026-05-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Stone Lodge, 401 Bellevue Park Dr, Belleville, 62226
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.

MICHIGAN ELVIS INC. PRESENTS: ROCK-A-HULA BABY !!
2026-05-17 16:00 - 21:00 | Van Buren Eagles #3996, 9961 Beck Road Belleville, MI 48111, Belleville, 48111
Get ready for a night of Elvis vibes and nonstop fun!
Music • Food • Raffles • Dancing
Featuring performance from:
Chris Ayotte
Quentin Flagg
Kelly Miller
Bryson Vines
TICKETS:
$25 At The Door
Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Doors open at 3:00 PM)
Food Available for Purchase
50/50 Raffle
Basket Raffles
Door Prices
Bring your friends, make it a night out, and don’t miss this!
Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt or tropical outfit 🌺
(Not required — just come ready to have fun!)

Concert on the Lawn with the Belleville West Jazz Band
2026-05-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Blazier House Museum, 6 Oak Knoll Pl, Belleville, 62223, United States
Our Concert of the Lawn series is returning in 2026! On Thursday, May 21, we welcome the incredible Belleville West High School Jazz Band to the lawn of the Museum of Mid-Century Modern Architecture (6 Oak Knoll Place Belleville, IL 62223). This event is free to attend, and signature mocktails will be available for purchase to keep you refreshed! We hope to see you there.

KPop Trivia
2026-05-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Belleville Public Library – Main Branch, 121 East Washington Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States

Belleville Pintwood Derby
2026-05-24 14:00 - 16:00 | The Copper Fire, 200 E Main St, Belleville, 62220
This one is for the adults! Build and race your own pinewood derby car, and support scouting while you do it!

Honoring the Legacy 5K
2026-05-25 08:30 - 09:30 | Laderman Park, 1105 Mascoutah Ave., Belleville, 62220, United States
The Honoring The Legacy Memorial Day 5K Run/Walk seeks to honor the many who have given their lives in defense of our country.
The run helps support Trail Life and American Heritage Girl Troops IL-0078 in the Belleville area in their efforts to promote patriotism, good citizenship, and a love for the military through the programs offered.
Event details and schedule
Registration
$30 received NLT May 5; $35 May 6 to race day — T-shirt guaranteed if registered & paid NLT May 5
Make checks out to TrailLife Troop IL-0078 and send to Honoring The Legacy 5K, 225 S. Pennsylvania Ave, Belleville IL 62220
Online registration will be open now through Monday, May 25.
Paper packet registration can be picked up at Toolen’s Running Start, 3220 Green Mt Crossing Dr, O’Fallon, IL 62269, through Saturday, May 23
In-person registration on Saturday, May 23 2:00-4:00 pm at Toolen’s Running Start
In-person registration on Monday, May 25, 7:30-8:15am, before the race.
Packet Pickup
Sat, May 23, 2:00-4:00 pm at Toolen’s Running Start,
3220 Green Mount Crossing Dr, Shiloh, IL 62269
Packet Pickup/Late Registration: Mon, May 25, 7:30-8:15 am at Laderman Park,
1105 Mascoutah Ave, Belleville, IL 62220
Race Event Schedule
7:30 am – Race Check-In
8:30 am – National Anthem
8:45 am – Race start
9:45 am – Award ceremony
Course Description
The course begins and ends at Laderman Park in Belleville, Illinois and will run downtown Belleville.
Parking
There is parking available in Laderman Park. Exiting the park will not be available until after all the runners/walkers have completed the race. Please be safe.
Awards
Medals for top three male and female finishers in each age category (14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
Awards for top three male and female Overall and Masters Division finishers
What To Bring
Bring essentials like comfortable running attire, proper footwear, a water bottle for hydration, and a towel for post-race cleanup.
Bib provided in packet attached to shirt
Good thoughts for cool weather!

2026 Memorial Day Parade
2026-05-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Belleville, Illinois, Belleville, 62220, United States

Tennis Tuesdays
2026-05-26 17:30 - 19:30 | East End Park, 501 Forest Avenue, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Join us for Tennis Tuesdays — FREE group tennis lessons at the East End Park courts from 5:30pm–7:30pm on May 19, May 26, and June 2! Whether you’re brand new to tennis or looking to sharpen your skills, this is a great chance to learn from tennis coach Kevin Pickard in a fun, welcoming environment. No registration required — just grab your racket and come play! Designed for ages 8+.

City of Belleville Blood Drive
2026-05-27 12:30 - 16:30 | City Hall, test, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Blood Drive
City of Belleville
Atrium
101 S Illinois St
Belleville, IL 62220
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: CityOfBelleville
to schedule an appointment.

West Main Village Market
2026-05-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-03 16:00 - 19:00 | 335 West Main Street, 335 West Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Family and dog friendly market where you will find a variety of local vendors, delicious food and drinks and live music. Don’t make dinner…come out and visit our weekly food trucks. Kick back and relax with your pups! In the parking lot across from the DMV in Belleville at 4th and West Main St.

The M Factor 2: Before the Pause
2026-05-28 18:30 - 20:30 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States

Homebrewing Demo
2026-05-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Down the Hall Homebrew, 225 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Come join us at Down the Hall Homebrew as members of the East Side Brewers homebrew club put on a free brewing demonstraton!

Belleville Book Festival and Literary Market
2026-05-30 10:00 - 16:00 | 20 & 26 East Main Street, 20 East Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Welcome to the Belleville Book Festival & Literary Market!
Friday- 6 p.m. @ Belleville Books: Award-winning author, David Benjamin, will share opening festival remarks entitled, “What’s So Funny?”, followed by a book signing of his new mystery novel, Upstairs. Light refreshments will be served.
Saturday- 10am to 4pm- “The Literary Market” on the sidewalks and inside “Blanquart’s Vintage Market”, “I Had That Vintage Toys” and “Local Lucy’s”-
Vendors include: Adams Publications, Inc., Belleville Aspiring Writers Group, Crafty Dreams by Manda, Hexenbuckel Field Guide, Nic’s Sola Wood Flowers, Author Luke Naliborski, Public Defender Art + Zines, Ragz and Relics and poet Patricia Sauer
Other Festival Activites:
11 a.m. @ Belleville Books: Dr Seuss Storytime
11 a.m. @ Belleville Books: Author Dominic Dorsey, discussing and signing his new YA novel, Shadow Scholar: Lessons in the Dark.
Noon-2pm Marjorie Handy singing smooth jazz
1-3 p.m. @ Belleville Books, I Had That Vintage Toys & Local Lucy’s: More than 20 authors will sign their books at three locations. Books are for purchase.
4 p.m. @ Belleville Books: A free Writing Class with author and screenwriter, Adam Sydney.

Summer Movie Series at The Edge
2026-06-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 | The Edge, 701 S Belt W, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Monday-Wednesday at 10am on June 1- August 12 join us for a free movie courtesy of our sponsors!

Free Summer Movie Series at the Lincoln Theatre
2026-06-02 10:00 - 12:00 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Every Tuesday & Wednesday from 6/2 & 6/3 DOG MAN MOVIE

FREE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES at the Lincoln Theatre
2026-06-03 10:00 - 12:00 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Wednesday June 3rd – Dog Man Movie

SATISFACTION - The International ROLLING STONES Tribute - 25th Anniversary Tour
2026-06-04 19:30 - 21:30 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
If you love the music of the Rolling Stones, then this is one Tribute Show you don’t want to miss! These band members have played together for 25 years, and are celebrating an Anniversary Tour like no other!

First Fridays at LongStory Coffee
2026-06-05 16:00 - 18:00 | LongStory Coffee, 732 S Illinois St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Come join us for First Fridays at LongStory Coffee on the first Friday of every month from 4:00pm-6:00pm.
Jon 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.

2026 Shriners Day Parade
2026-06-05 19:30 - 21:00 | IL
🎉 2026 Shriners Parade – Belleville, Illinois 🎉
Get ready, Belleville! The 2026 Shriners Parade is rolling into town bigger and better than ever. Shriners from all over, along with local schools, businesses, clubs, and units, come together to create one of the biggest and longest parades in Southern Illinois.
From colorful floats and marching units to classic cars and Shriner fun, this is a community celebration you won’t want to miss. Bring the family, grab a spot along the route, and enjoy a parade filled with tradition, pride, and hometown spirit!
“Having Fun Helping Kids” – Ainad Shriners

Family Game Day
2026-06-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Belleville Public Library – Main Branch, 121 East Washington Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States

Rock the Blue 2026
2026-06-06 12:00 - 23:00 | The Copper Fire, 200 E Main St, Belleville, 62220
BBQ • BOURBON • BLUES
A Community Fundraiser Supporting First Responders
Mark your calendars: The second annual Rock the Blue returns Saturday, June 6!
Rock the Blue 2026 brings together great food, curated bourbon, and live blues music in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere, all in support of first responders.
This year’s goal is to cover BackStoppers dues for every Belleville Police Officer, relieving them of that personal expense. Additional funds will be donated to BackStoppers to support first responders and their families where it’s needed most.
In 2025, the event raised over $20,000 following the Fairview Heights tragedy, supporting injured officers and their families – reinforcing the purpose behind this growing community event.
More than a fundraiser, Rock the Blue is a visible show of appreciation, strengthening the bond between the community and public safety.
New this year: The event expands to two blocks on East Main Street, featuring food trucks, live music, and more space for the community to come together, allowing for greater impact than ever.

Monthly Teen DIY
2026-06-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Belleville Public Library – Main Branch, 121 East Washington Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States

FREE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES at the Lincoln Theatre
2026-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Tuesday June 9th – Gabby’s Dollhouse The Movie

FREE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES
2026-06-10 10:00 - 12:00 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Wednesday June 10th – Gabby’s Dollhouse The Movie
