The Joy of Easter
2026-04-02 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Matthew Church, 1200 Moreland Dr., Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
St. Matthew Church presents a dramatic and musical reenactment of the adult life of Jesus. Drama, choir, orchestra, and live animals are just a few of the surprises that will be seen at the program. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. each evening. Call the church office at (618) 397-5994 for more information.

Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Book Bazaar
2026-04-03 09:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park, 200 S. Belt East, Belleville, 62220
A Book Bazaar is a community-centered event where people can browse and purchase books in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, often at low or discounted prices all going to benefit the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

First Fridays at LongStory Coffee
2026-04-03 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-01 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.

SICW Wrestling
2026-04-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park, 200 S. Belt East, Belleville, 62220
A fast-paced Contest where two competitors face off inside a ring, trying to outmaneuver and overpower each other using strength and technique.

Open House-Sparger Center for Performing Arts
2026-04-09 17:00 - 19:30 | Sparger Center for Performing Arts, 120 N Jackson, Belleville, IL, 62220
Join us for our FREE Open House on Thursday, April 9 from 5:30–7 PM.
Tour the Sparger Center, enjoy refreshments, and get a sneak peek at our summer offerings. Kiddos can jump into a hands-on workshop with Founder Jamie Eros and an intro to improv class with instructor Chris Kernan!
Plus, enter our $10 raffle for a chance to win a FREE class session. Come curious, leave inspired, we can’t wait to see you there!

St. Paul UCC Rummage Sale
2026-04-10 16:00 - 19:00 | St. Paul United Church of Christ,, 115 W B St,, Belleville, IL, 62220
LOTS OF TREASURES TO BE FOUND!!!
Fri., Apr. 10
4-7pm &
Sat., Apr. 11
9am-12pm

Main Street Kid’s Day
2026-04-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Belleville Main Street, 227 E Main St, Belleville, 62221
Join us Saturday, April 11th for the 4th annual Belleville Main Street Kid’s Day as we celebrate our community’s youngest residents & visitors!
Enjoy free activities hosted by our Main Street Kid’s Day Community Partners! Visit our Main Street businesses for kiddo focused activities and menus!
Please note: while Grown-Ups aren’t the stars of the show at Main Street Kids’ Day, their supervision is required.

Belleville Songwriter Festival
2026-04-11 10:00 - 22:00 | Venue on Main, 202 West Main, Belleville, 62220
8 Nashville Songwriters with three events, one ticket! 12-15 additional locations for an all day music event.
Featured Musicians:
Matt Wynn
Allie Colleen
Miranda Bury
Adam Harbison
Lockwood Batr
Megan Barker
Ethan Carl
Beth Bombara
John Krane
Nick Gusmon

Dustin Nickerson - Laughs at the Lincoln with The Courtney Show
2026-04-11 19:00 - 21:30 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
oin the Courtney Show for an evening of laughs with special guest Dustin Nickerson. A Seattle native now suffering in Southern California, Dustin Nickerson is “the world’s most average person” but is far from it when on stage. He brings you into his life through his jokes about the struggles of parenting, marriage, and being generally annoyed by most people. He’s been featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central and Netflix on Kevin Hart’s Hart of the City, The Late Late Show with James Corden, and is a regular on After Midnight with Taylor Tomlinson. Online, his stand-up clips and jokes have received hundreds of millions of views and his podcast, Don’t Make Me Come Back There, has made millions laugh.

Motorcycle Swap Meet
2026-04-12 07:00 - 15:00 | Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park, 200 S. Belt East, Belleville, 62220
A marketplace where riders, mechanics, collectors, and fans gather to buy, sell, and trade motorcycle parts.

Mothers & Sons Glow Dance
2026-04-18 18:00 - 20:00 | 2300 West Main Street, 2300 West Main Street, Belleville, 62226
Welcome to an exciting night of dancing fun! A Mother & Sons Glow dance to remember, let’s glow crazy! Bust a move on the dance floor to music provided by a great DJ with glow sticks provided! Pizza dinner will be served as well! Memorialize the experience at our photo op area!

From Sea To Shining Sea Chorale Concert
2026-04-19 14:00 - 15:00 | St. Peter’s Catholic Cathedral, 200 W Harrison St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Philharmonic Chorale Richard Thompson, conductor
Songs of America and patriotism for chorus

National Parks Week: Monday Morning Windchimes
2026-04-20 09:30 - 11:00 | 515 East D Street, 515 East D Street, Belleville, 62220
FREE NATIONAL PARKS WEEK EVENT! Join us on Monday, April 20, 2026, for a windchime making event! Come ready to build and assemble your own enchanting windchime, perfect for enjoying the breeze in spring gardens and backyards! Parent or guardian must stay with children during activity. Ages 3+.

National Parks Week: Sunset Stroll in Bicentennial
2026-04-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Bicentennial Park, 4811 Belleville Crossing St., Belleville, 62226
FREE NATIONAL PARKS WEEK EVENT!
Join us on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, for a sunset stroll through Bicentennial Park! Join Craig, our Assistant Director of Public Works & Parks, as we learn about trees, plants and fish in the park’s three lakes! Perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages, this walk will deepen your appreciation for the flora & fauna that make up our local ecosystem.
Located at lower Bicentennial Park: 4811 Belleville Xing

National Parks Week: Reel & Relax
2026-04-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Stone Lodge, 401 Bellevue Park Dr, Belleville, 62226
FREE NATIONAL PARKS WEEK EVENT!
Join us on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, for Reel & Relax: Senior Fishing Basics! Have you always wanted to learn how to fish? Here is your chance!! Join us at the Stone Lodge where fishing enthusiasts will lead tutorials and demonstrations to get you casting and catching! All equipment will be provided. Open to ages 55+

Michael Movie at the LINCOLN THEATRE
2026-04-23 16:00 - 21:00 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Lionsgate presents The story of famous musician Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop, through the eyes of Director Antione Fugua

National Parks Week: Fireside Feasts
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Laderman Park, 1105 Mascoutah Ave., Belleville, 62220, United States
FREE NATIONAL PARKS WEEK EVENT!
Join us on Thursday, April 23, 2026, for Fireside Fests: an outdoor cooking class! Participants will learn to cook tortillas and s’mores on an open campfire. All equipment & supplies will be provided. Parent supervision is required for child participants.

Main Street Senior Day
2026-04-24 10:00 - 13:00 | 227 E Main Street, 227 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Community event to encourage seniors from PSOP to support the Downtown District. Merchants will have giveaways at their locations as well as host sales.

National Parks Week: Botanical Bingo (21+)
2026-04-24 19:00 - 21:00 | 2300 West Main Street, 2300 West Main Street, Belleville, 62226
FREE NATIONAL PARKS WEEK EVENT!
Join us on Friday, April 24, 2026, for Botanical Bingo! This is a nature-inspired, adults only bingo night filled with plant-themed prizes and garde-chic fun! Enjoy 10 rounds of bingo, botanical trivia, mini activities and plenty of laughs. Perfect for plant lovers and anyone who enjoys a laid-back night out!

Keep Belleville Beautiful
2026-04-25 09:00 - 12:00 | City Hall, test, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Volunteers Needed for the Keep Belleville Beautiful City-Wide Litter Pickup on Saturday, April 25, 2026! We are calling on residents, families, civic groups, businesses, students, and organizations to volunteer. This is a great way to give back to our community, enjoy the outdoors, and make a visible impact on our streets and in our neighborhoods. Supplies are provided. For more information or to sign up, please contact sschaefer@belleville.net or call 618-355-8627.

St. Louis Antique Festival
2026-04-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park, 200 S. Belt East, Belleville, 62220
An Antique Show is a curated event where dealers, collectors, and history enthusiasts gather to buy, sell, and admire antiques and vintage items from past eras.

Cities in Harmony with Touch A Truck
2026-04-25 11:00 - 15:00 | 2300 West Main Street, 2300 West Main Street, Belleville, 62226
JOIN US IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TOUCH A TRUCK FOR OUR THIRD ANNUAL CITIES IN HARMONY EVENT. IT WILL BE A MEMORABLE DAY FOR OUR METRO EAST REGION AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES. WHAT CAN YOUR FAMILY EXPECT? RAFFLE PRIZES, BOUNCE HOUSES, FACE PAINTING, LIVE MUSIC, GAMES, CRAFTS, GIVEAWAYS, AND MULTIPLE TRUCKS TO TOUCH AND CLIMB THROUGH, ALL FOR FREE!FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT MONET WEBSTER AT 618-233-2414 OR MWEBSTER@BELLEVILLE118.ORG.

Belleville HomebrewFest
2026-04-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Shoehorn Brewing, 225 E Main St, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
Join us for the Inaugural Belleville HomebrewFest! Try some of the most unique beers of the area from the fantastic pool of local homebrewers! Your ticket gets you a custom tasting glass and access to a growing list of beers, ciders, and mead! Proceeds to benefit the Belleville Area Humane Society!

The Navigator - Silent Movie starring Buster Keaton
2026-04-26 13:30 - 15:30 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
The Navigator is Buster Keaton’s most successful film. Buster Keaton is known as a master stutman with all his acts of physical comedy as well as a great story teller.
The Navigator tells the story of the wealthy and impulsive Rollo Treadway (Buster Keaton). He decides to propose to his beautiful socialite neighbor, Betsy O’Brien (Kathryn McGuire). Although Betsy turns Rollo down, he still opts to go on the cruise that he intended as their honeymoon. When circumstances find both Rollo and Betsy on the wrong ship, they end up having adventures on the high seas, allowing Keaton plenty of opportunities to display his trademark agility.
The film will be accompanied by Marvin Faulwell at the mighty Lincoln Theatre Pipe Organ and Brad Kuntz providing additional percussions.

Silent Film THE NAVIGATOR, with comedy star Buster Keaton & full theatre Pipe Organ accompaniment
2026-04-26 13:30 - 15:30 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
The Navigator is Buster Keaton’s most successful films. Buster Keaton is known as a master stutman with all his acts of physical comedy as well as a great story teller.
The Navigator tells the story of the wealthy and impulsive Rollo Treadway (Buster Keaton). He decides to propose to his beautiful socialite neighbor, Betsy O’Brien (Kathryn McGuire). Although Betsy turns Rollo down, he still opts to go on the cruise that he intended as their honeymoon. When circumstances find both Rollo and Betsy on the wrong ship, they end up having adventures on the high seas, allowing Keaton plenty of opportunities to display his trademark agility.
The film will be accompanied by Marvin Faulwell at the mighty Lincoln Theatre Pipe Organ and Brad Kuntz providing additional percussions.

THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 @ the LINCOLN THEATRE
2026-04-30 16:00 - 21:00 | The Lincoln Theatre, 103 E Main Street, Belleville, IL, 62220, United States
20th Century Studios presents THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2!
As Miranda Priestly nears retirement, she reunites with Andy Sachs to face off against her former assistant turned rival: Emily Charlton.

Man Cave Extravaganza
2026-05-02 07:30 - 14:00 | Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park, 200 S. Belt East, Belleville, 62220
A Man Cave Extravaganza is a high-energy, themed event centered around entertainment, hobbies, and lifestyle items designed to create the ultimate personal hangout space. emphasizing on vintage beer sings, collectable and man cave items.
