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SUMMARY:Children's Entrepreneur Market
DESCRIPTION:A farmer’s market run entirely by kids! ChildrensEntrepreneurMarket.com\nRegistration is open now.\nFun for the whole family at Eckerts-Belleville\, IL this fall! Enjoy picking an assortment of apples\, shopping\, and taking a bike ride on the Orchard Loop Trail.\nOur website is the ONLY place to register. Please disregard and report any others pretending to have vendor space.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/childrens-entrepreneur-market/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Farms\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Oktoberfest Committee":MAILTO:Cari@metrolock.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T150000
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CREATED:20250722T201145Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Historical Society":MAILTO:bellevillehistoricalsociety@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T170000
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SUMMARY:Apple Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at Eckert’s Belleville Farm\, just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis! Our Apple Festival is packed with family fun\, farm-fresh flavors\, and plenty of fall traditions.\n\nEnjoy a full day on the farm with wagon rides\, live entertainment\, children’s activities\, and delicious festival foods. Kids will love pony rides\, feeding friendly farm animals\, and exploring the orchards.\n\nAnd don’t forget the treats—kettle corn\, caramel apples\, apple cider donuts\, and more are waiting to tempt your taste buds. Of course\, the highlight of the day is picking your own crisp\, juicy apples straight from the orchard!\n\n What to Expect:\nWagon rides through the orchard\nLive entertainment & kids’ activities\nPony rides & petting farm animals\nFestival foods like kettle corn & caramel apples\nPick-your-own apples at their peak freshness\nA fun fall tradition just a short drive from St. Louis\nBring the whole family and make unforgettable fall memories at Eckert’s Apple Festival!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/apple-fest/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Farms\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250821T141952Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Oktoberfest Committee":MAILTO:Cari@metrolock.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T110000
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CREATED:20250923T144837Z
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SUMMARY:Out of the Darkness Community Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Out of the Darkness Community Walks are held in hundreds of cities across the US\, bringing people together to raise awareness of mental health\, to honor loves ones lost to suicide\, and ultimately prevent suicides. Including those we honor is Jon Allard Jr.\, who worked at the County Courthouse for 20 years and died by suicide in 2018.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/out-of-the-darkness-community-walk/
LOCATION:Belleville Public Square\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Walk/Run
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Tenth Man":MAILTO:chris@thetenthman.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T160000
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SUMMARY:Open House at Benedictine Living Community at The Shrine
DESCRIPTION:Open House\, 2p-4p. Appetizers and desserts will be served. Come find out why so many people call Benedictine at The Shrine Home.\nRSVP 618.394.6400
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/open-house-at-benedictine-living-community-at-the-shrine/
LOCATION:Benedictine Living Community-At The Shrine\, 726 Community Drive\, Belleville\, IL\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink,Seniors
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T220000
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CREATED:20250924T142812Z
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SUMMARY:Molly Lovette\, Matt Wynn and Steevie Steeves Songwriter Round
DESCRIPTION:Matt has been passionately churning out songs in mostly two-a-day writing sessions\, carving out his own unique style and laying the foundation to make his mark in today’s country. He’s had the opportunity to meet and write with several of his country heroes like Phil Vassar\, Aaron Tippin\, Billy Dean\, Andy Griggs\, Joe Dee Messina\, Reba McEntire & more.\nA seasoned performer\, Matt has played all over the country and abroad opening for artists like Luke Combs\, Maren Morris\, Brother Osborne\, Brett Young\, Sam Hunt\, Brantley Gilbert\, Vince Gill\, Chris Janson\, Russell Dickerson\, Scotty McCreery\, Tyler Farr\, Phil Vassar\, Trace Adkins\, Gretchen Wilson\, Jay Leno and more. On October 6th Reba McEntire released the companion CD\, Not That Fancy to her new book of the same title. Matt is proud to have the one new song\, “Seven Minutes In Heaven” on the 14-track compilation.\nRecently Matt wrote the end credits song “Live Like That” sang by Kristen Chenoweth to the animated feature film “King of Kings” by Angel Studios. The movie hit theaters April 11th to rave reviews.\nMatt has also written several songs recorded by Broken Bow recording artist Alexandra Kay that have amassed millions of streams online as well as her current single “Feminine Energy”. \nJustin proved that all roads really do lead to Nashville\, TN. Immersing himself in Music City’s one of a kind songwriting community\, Biltonen continued to refine his craft and establish himself as a force within the industry. \nEventually\, Justin Biltonen became a name to know as the bassist for alt-rock tastemakers 3 Doors Down. Touring globally as a member of one of the genre’s most timeless bands\, Justin was able to support numerous chart topping albums\, including Us And The Night\, which peaked at #2 on Billboard’s Rock Chart. A career changing moment for Justin Biltonen\, Us And The Night was the first major release he both wrote and played on in-studio. \n2025 Opener for Alexandra Kay in St Louis!!\nMolly made the move to Nashville\, TN in 2020 and hasn’t looked back. In just four years Molly has released 20 singles with over a million streams on Spotify alone\, opened for country stars Dierks Bentley\, Priscilla Block\, and Kylie Morgan\, and completed multiple tours thus far\, establishing herself as “one to watch” in country music. As she continues to grow her fanbase\, Molly connects deeply with her audience whether in person or via social media\, sharing her music and experiences\, and is actively building a community around her artistry that will last a lifetime. \nNashville based singer songwriter Steevie Steeves is all heart and raw emotion when it comes to her music. Whether she’s putting the pen to paper or singing into a microphone\, Steeves has an undeniable ability of captivating the ears with her honest lyrics and pindrop- powerhouse vocals. Born and raised in a small town in western Pennsylvania\, Steevie started taking the stage at a very young age performing in musical theater\, singing on river show- boats and fronting classic rock and country cover bands. Steeves packed up to move to Nashville shortly after graduating high school to pursue her dreams of becoming an artist and dove head first into the pool of hopefuls. It didn’t take long for music city to recognize Steevie’s natural ability to craft songs. In 2010\, Steeves received a scholarship to attend hit songwriter Skip Ewing’s Horse and Writer retreat in Dubois\,Wyoming. That same year\, Steevie formed the band Towne\, an Americana duo\, with fellow co-writer Jon Decious. Towne toured the country and recorded many projects\, most notably\, their full-length album titled “In The In Between” in 2019 produced by grammy award winning producer Mitch Dane. Steevie has shared the stage with country music star Lee Brice while making her Ryman Auditorium debut in 2021 and has also opened for legends Willie Nelson and Pam Tillis. Recently\, Steevie embarked on a solo career releasing her first single “Tell Em” and has since released five more songs independently in which she wrote\, recorded and produced on her own. Steeves is currently working on a full length album set to release at the beginning of 2026. \nKam Bugger – Artist Bio \nKam Bugger is an 18-year-old singer-songwriter from the Midwest whose music blends alt-country grit with folk-inspired storytelling. Her style is inspired by the outdoors\, nature and life on the road. \nShe began writing and performing after inheriting her grandfather’s Takamine guitar\, quickly developing catalog of original work inspired by traditional cowboy songs. While still in high school\, Kam played her very first show at Venue on Main in Belleville and soon she was performing across Illinois\, Missouri\, Tennessee\, and Texas.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/molly-lovette-matt-wynn-and-steevie-steeves-songwriter-round/
LOCATION:Venue on Main\, 202 West Main\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Venue on Main":MAILTO:Venuebelleville@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250722T202014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T202202Z
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SUMMARY:Belleville Main Street Marathon and Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION:Both the full and half marathons will begin at 7 AM on Saturday\, September 27\, 2025\, in historic downtown Belleville\, IL. Our full marathon course is a USTAF-certified Boston Marathon-qualifying course.\nVisit the website for full race details and to register. \nRun America’s Longest Main Street\nBelleville is located about 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis\, MO\, and our courses are excellent for seasoned and novice runners alike. \nThe Belleville Main Street Marathon and Half Marathon is a grass-roots non-profit event organized by volunteers from the Belleville Running Club and Toolen’s Running Start to shine a positive light on our community and encourage the sport of running. Most of our proceeds are donated to the Belleville Parks and Recreation Department to enhance local recreational opportunities. \nOur race is known for its great course support because we are fortunate to be in a community of residents who support and give back to the community. This also includes local small and larger businesses who sponsor our race monetarily to offset the expenses of conducting 13.1 and 26.2 miles of race and help us put on a fabulous post-race party. We are forever grateful to our participants\, sponsors\, and our 200+ volunteers!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/belleville-main-street-marathon-and-half-marathon/
LOCATION:19 Public Square\, 19 Public Square\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Sports / Recreation,Walk/Run
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Running Club":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250827T150313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T150313Z
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SUMMARY:Apple Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at Eckert’s Belleville Farm\, just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis! Our Apple Festival is packed with family fun\, farm-fresh flavors\, and plenty of fall traditions.\n\nEnjoy a full day on the farm with wagon rides\, live entertainment\, children’s activities\, and delicious festival foods. Kids will love pony rides\, feeding friendly farm animals\, and exploring the orchards.\n\nAnd don’t forget the treats—kettle corn\, caramel apples\, apple cider donuts\, and more are waiting to tempt your taste buds. Of course\, the highlight of the day is picking your own crisp\, juicy apples straight from the orchard!\n\n What to Expect:\nWagon rides through the orchard\nLive entertainment & kids’ activities\nPony rides & petting farm animals\nFestival foods like kettle corn & caramel apples\nPick-your-own apples at their peak freshness\nA fun fall tradition just a short drive from St. Louis\nBring the whole family and make unforgettable fall memories at Eckert’s Apple Festival!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/apple-fest/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Farms\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T220000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T164226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T164226Z
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SUMMARY:St. Augustine of Cantebury's Parish Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Mass at 4PM. All-you-can-eat Chicken Dinner in Kuhl Hall from 3-6:30PM followed by Quilt and Cash Bingo at 7PM. Raffles\, cake stand and basket stand. More food and drinks outside until 10PM. Enjoy music by the group Sailing featuring Scott Marlin.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/st-augustine-of-canteburys-parish-picnic/
LOCATION:St. Augustine of Cantebury Catholic Church\, 1910 West Belle St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Church":MAILTO:staparish@stasaints.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T164544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T164544Z
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SUMMARY:Belleville Indie Market
DESCRIPTION:The Belleville Indie returns for THREE MORE TIMES THIS YEAR with new surprises and chances to win moolah to spend at the event hourly! Don’t miss your chance to shop with local artists\, creative entrepreneurs\, and vintage curators.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/belleville-indie-market-2/
LOCATION:3 S High Street\, 3 S High Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Indie Market":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250827T150313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T150313Z
UID:10000053-1759050000-1759078800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Apple Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at Eckert’s Belleville Farm\, just 25 minutes from downtown St. Louis! Our Apple Festival is packed with family fun\, farm-fresh flavors\, and plenty of fall traditions.\n\nEnjoy a full day on the farm with wagon rides\, live entertainment\, children’s activities\, and delicious festival foods. Kids will love pony rides\, feeding friendly farm animals\, and exploring the orchards.\n\nAnd don’t forget the treats—kettle corn\, caramel apples\, apple cider donuts\, and more are waiting to tempt your taste buds. Of course\, the highlight of the day is picking your own crisp\, juicy apples straight from the orchard!\n\n What to Expect:\nWagon rides through the orchard\nLive entertainment & kids’ activities\nPony rides & petting farm animals\nFestival foods like kettle corn & caramel apples\nPick-your-own apples at their peak freshness\nA fun fall tradition just a short drive from St. Louis\nBring the whole family and make unforgettable fall memories at Eckert’s Apple Festival!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/apple-fest/2025-09-28/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Farms\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250827T155103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T155103Z
UID:10000062-1759057200-1759078800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ainad Shriners Sportsman's Raffle
DESCRIPTION:The Ainad Shriners Sportsman’s Raffle is coming up September 28!  Tickets are just $20. Side games include: Cash raffles Meat raffles Deck of cards game… and more!\nCall 618-874-1870 for tickets & info.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ainad-shriners-sportsmans-raffle/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T163420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T152120Z
UID:10000096-1759068000-1759082400@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for the 3rd annual Harvest Festival benefitting the Belleville Heart Garden! This event will be from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Sunday\, September 28th\, and will take place on High Street between LongStory Coffee and the Belleville Heart Garden. \nThis year\, we are adding more family-friendly events to this event\, thanks to increased sponsorship.\n*Paint-a-Pot (FREE) kids’ activity\n*Garden Scavenger Hunt (FREE) kids’ activity\n*Bird Feeder Craft (FREE) kids’ activity\n*Live Music by Mellow D\n*Book Mobile from the Belleville Public Library\n*Coffee\, Cider\, Hot Cocoa\, and More from LongStory Coffee\n*Food Truck and Pie Sale by Clara B’s\n*50/50 Chuck-A-Hay Bale by Birch Tree Market\n*Produce and Handmade Goods Vendors\n*Year of the Bumblebee Merch\n*Heart Garden Tours \nProceeds from this event will benefit the Belleville Heart Garden!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/harvest-festival/
LOCATION:LongStory Coffee\, 732 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Halloween Activities,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T163000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T164959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T165246Z
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SUMMARY:City of Belleville Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Location: City Hall (Atrium)\, 101 S Illinois St Belleville\, IL 62220 \nDate: Tuesday\, September 30\, 2025 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nPlease visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: CityOfBelleville to schedule an appointment.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/city-of-belleville-red-cross-blood-drive/
LOCATION:City Hall\, test\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non-Profit
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20251003T141735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141735Z
UID:10000168-1759399200-1759419000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Show Me Reptiles - Belleville Reptile Show
DESCRIPTION:Show Me Reptiles is a unique experience for both reptile lovers and the reptile-curious. It is a place of friendship and community for everyone. \nWhen you walk into a Show Me Reptiles Show\, you can expect to see large crowds of people who admire and care for animals. The show provides everything you need to properly care for your reptiles. From high-quality reptile equipment such as lighting\, heating\, feeders\, substrate\, cleaners\, and enclosures to friendly vendors who assist in reptile husbandry and adoptions. There is always someone there to help you. The show provides entertainment such as educational stations\, face painting\, food\, and other activities. \nGeneral Admission\, 10 AM Entry: $10.00 per ticket\nVIP Admission\, 9 AM Entry: $15.00 per ticket\nKids’ Admission (7-12 years old): $5.00 per ticket\nAccessible Ticket: $10.00 Per Ticket \nAccessible Ticket: Guests with disabilities may purchase a special ticket at a discounted rate when bought only in advance. This ticket grants access during VIP hour and helps to ensure a smoother\, more supported visit. \nThe Show Me Reptile Show is a unique experience you don’t want to miss out on!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/show-me-reptiles-belleville-reptile-show/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20251006T143517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T143517Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20251002T161457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T161457Z
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SUMMARY:Indoor Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:One man’s junk is another man’s treasure! Why drive from yard sale to yard sale? Come see them all at Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park. Free admission and parking! Interested in selling your treasures? Call us at (618) 233-0052 to reserve your spot!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/indoor-yard-sale/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20251002T161457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T161457Z
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SUMMARY:Indoor Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:One man’s junk is another man’s treasure! Why drive from yard sale to yard sale? Come see them all at Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park. Free admission and parking! Interested in selling your treasures? Call us at (618) 233-0052 to reserve your spot!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/indoor-yard-sale/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T103000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20251001T175200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T175200Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Save Mount Hope":MAILTO:natx65@msn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T160044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T161803Z
UID:10000081-1759568400-1759597200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ecktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Ecktoberfest at Eckert’s is our signature celebration of all things fall—where harvest traditions meet festive fun for the whole family! Head to the farm for a weekend packed with apple and pumpkin picking\, live music\, and crisp autumn air. \nKids will love exploring the Kid’s Corral\, complete with farm-themed activities and plenty of space to play. Enjoy a scenic wagon ride through the orchard\, then treat yourself to seasonal favorites like warm kettle corn\, cider donuts\, and fresh-pressed cider. Adults can sip on hard cider from the Cider Shed while taking in the sounds of live German-style music\, including performances by local favorites like the Waterloo German Band. \nMake a day of it with shopping in our Country Store\, dining in the Country Restaurant\, and picking out the perfect fall décor to bring the season home with you. \nEcktoberfest is the ultimate fall festival experience—celebrating the flavors\, sights\, and traditions of autumn on the farm.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ecktoberfest/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Farms\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T220000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T155514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T155514Z
UID:10000079-1759575600-1759615200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Metro East Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:Family-friendly festival celebrating the LGBTQIA+ Community. Food\, music\, booths\, Kid Zone\, Teen Pride\, High Heel Drag Race\, Drag Show \nEntertainment Schedule https://www.metroeastpride.org/entertainment-schedule/
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/metro-east-pride-fest/
LOCATION:Belleville Public Square\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Theatre & Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro East Pride":MAILTO:metroeastpride@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250821T141925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T141925Z
UID:10000032-1759593600-1759611600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Cathedral Food Truck Fest
DESCRIPTION:Mass at 4 pm\nSnjoy Food Trucks\, LIVE Music.\nPony Rides\, Inflatables\, Yard Games\,\nRaffle for Cash and Prizes\, Visit a Clydesdale & more!\nFree entry!\nLawn chairs welcome.\nNo coolers or pets please.\nFor more info call 618-234-1166\n200 S. 2nd Street\, Belleville\, IL
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/cathedral-food-truck-fest/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T213000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250908T160224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T160224Z
UID:10000071-1759599000-1759613400@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Howlin' Hayride & Moonlight Movie
DESCRIPTION:Jump into the spooky season spirit with Belleville Parks & Recreation in our much-loved Howlin’ Hayride & Moonlight Movie. Take a hayride at dusk through historic Walnut Hill Cemetery as your littles check off a Halloween Scavenger Hunt! Return to Laderman Park to roast s’mores over the bonfire\, play Halloween themed games\, and grab snacks and hot chocolate at our concession stand. And of course\, cozy up with your family and watch a movie under the stars: this year’s movie is The Nightmare Before Christmas! Don’t forget your chairs and blankets. Hurry to register\, this event sells out!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/howlin-hayride-moonlight-movie/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T220000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20251002T161420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T141157Z
UID:10000127-1759600800-1759615200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:SICW Wrestling
DESCRIPTION:Professional Wrestling\, right here in Belleville!!!\nJoin us Saturday October 4\, 2025 as SICW Returns to the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park in Belleville\, IL. To reserve your seats\, visit www.SICW.org or call (618) 286-4848 for ticket information.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/sicw-wrestling/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Sports / Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T160044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T161803Z
UID:10000082-1759654800-1759683600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Ecktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Ecktoberfest at Eckert’s is our signature celebration of all things fall—where harvest traditions meet festive fun for the whole family! Head to the farm for a weekend packed with apple and pumpkin picking\, live music\, and crisp autumn air. \nKids will love exploring the Kid’s Corral\, complete with farm-themed activities and plenty of space to play. Enjoy a scenic wagon ride through the orchard\, then treat yourself to seasonal favorites like warm kettle corn\, cider donuts\, and fresh-pressed cider. Adults can sip on hard cider from the Cider Shed while taking in the sounds of live German-style music\, including performances by local favorites like the Waterloo German Band. \nMake a day of it with shopping in our Country Store\, dining in the Country Restaurant\, and picking out the perfect fall décor to bring the season home with you. \nEcktoberfest is the ultimate fall festival experience—celebrating the flavors\, sights\, and traditions of autumn on the farm.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/ecktoberfest/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Farms\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250912T151104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T151104Z
UID:10000075-1760034600-1760040000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Denim Purse-Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:👜✨ Denim Purse Painting Party! ✨👜 \nBring your style to life at this fun night out! In this class\, guests will paint their very own denim purse with a festive fall or Halloween design—think chic pumpkins\, autumn leaves\, or playful spooky patterns. No art experience needed—our instructor will guide you step by step while you sip\, laugh\, and create a one-of-a-kind accessory you’ll be excited to carry all season long. Grab your friends\, your favorite drink\, and get ready for a night of painting\, purses\, and pure fun! \nPurses are handmade by local designer\, Judi Masters! Choose from two different handmade styles: crossbody denim or 8″x 8″ denim bag! \nClass Fee: $32 (includes handmade denim purse from local designer\, Judi Masters and all art supplies)
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/denim-purse-painting-workshop-2/
LOCATION:1020 Artworks\, 841 Wabash Ave\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T231741
CREATED:20250922T160528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160443Z
UID:10000090-1760094000-1760126400@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Belleville Chili Cook-Off
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Chili Cook-off\, hosted by the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce is held in Downtown Belleville\, IL on the second full weekend in October. \n  \nHosted by the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce\, the Annual Chili Cook-off has featured the culinary creations of individuals\, local organizations\, and area businesses for more than 39 years! What started with just a few vendors on one block of East Main Street in downtown Belleville has now grown to more than 60 vendors and is one of the largest festivals in Belleville!  Many people attend the Chili Cook-off to enjoy the great chili\, entertainment\, and other festivities\, but most don’t realize that it’s the biggest fundraiser of the year for many non-profit organizations. Over half of the vendors participating at the Chili Cook-off each year are either non-profit organizations or a business raising money for a charity\, including the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce. 100% of the money spent at each booth goes to that vendor. In addition\, attendees are invited to vote in the People’s Choice contest for their favorite chili for $1 per vote. 100% of the proceeds are donated to the Community Interfaith Food Pantry in Belleville.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/belleville-chili-cook-off/2025-10-10/
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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