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SUMMARY:Senior Puzzle Palooza: A Match Made in Pieces
DESCRIPTION:A special edition of Puzzle Palooza just for our Seniors! Join a Match Made in Pieces in teams of 2-4 people to compete to finish a 300 piece puzzle the fastest for a prize! Every group will be given the same puzzle to complete. BYO SNACKS and DRINKS! Open to players ages 55+.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/senior-puzzle-palooza-a-match-made-in-pieces/
LOCATION:2300 West Main Street\, 2300 West Main Street\, Belleville\, 62226
CATEGORIES:Seniors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T230000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
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SUMMARY:SICW Wrestling
DESCRIPTION:Fast-paced contest where two competitors face off inside a ring\, trying to outmaneuver and overpower each other using strength and technique.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/sicw-wrestling-3/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Sports / Recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260122T164342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T164342Z
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SUMMARY:Bierstacheln Winter Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some winter fun as we celebrate our 3rd Bierstacheln (beer stabbing) Winter Festival! Buy a custom half liter mug (or bring your own) and enjoy the old German tradition of warming beer with a campfire heated stainless rod. \nThis hot poking will caramelize residual sugars in the beer\, changing the flavor as well as releasing additional CO2 to enhance the mouthfeel. \nOur dopplebock is specially brewed for the event but feel free to try our other beers\, ciders\, or mead as well! \nEvent is rain or shine and the colder the better!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/bierstacheln-winter-festival/
LOCATION:Shoehorn Brewing\, 225 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shoehorn Brewing":MAILTO:info@shoehornbrewing.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260105T163747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T163747Z
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SUMMARY:Confluence Crush Roller Derby
DESCRIPTION:Roller Skating excitement at its finest. ALL-day action-packed team competition.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/confluence-crush-roller-derby/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Sports / Recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T180000
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CREATED:20260107T150531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T150531Z
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at LongStory Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for First Fridays at LongStory Coffee on the first Friday of every month from 4:00pm-6:00pm. \nJon 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.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/first-fridays-at-longstory-coffee/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:LongStory Coffee\, 732 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Music,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T183000
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CREATED:20260128T170329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170329Z
UID:10000896-1770053400-1770057000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Group Obedience Class
DESCRIPTION:🐾 Exciting News! 🐾\nK9 Companions Dog Traning\, LLC has partnered with The Barkery to offer group training classes on the first Monday of every month!\n✨ Class Details:\nCost: $60 per class or 4 classes for $220\nTime: 5:30 PM\nLength: Approximately 1 hour\nThis class is a great introduction for puppies\, older dogs who haven’t had much formal training\, or any dog parent looking for guidance and confidence in their training journey.\n🛍️ Come a little early or stick around after class to shop at The Barkery while you’re there!\nSpots are limited—looking forward to training with you and your pups!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/group-obedience-class/
LOCATION:The Barkery\, 335 W Main St\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Shopping,Sports / Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Barkery":MAILTO:lynette@itsthebarkery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T140000
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SUMMARY:Indoor Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:A Variety of items for sale of new and used goods by individuals in our indoor expo building.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/indoor-yard-sale-2/2026-01-31/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T190000
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CREATED:20260105T164032Z
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SUMMARY:Indoor Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:A Variety of items for sale of new and used goods by individuals in our indoor expo building.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/indoor-yard-sale-2/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T200000
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CREATED:20251223T144528Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ambassador Travel &amp%3B Cruises":MAILTO:toni@4ambassadortravel.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T140000
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CREATED:20260105T164055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164055Z
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SUMMARY:Pope Creek Gun and Knife Show
DESCRIPTION:Hunting rifles\, antique or collectable items firearms\, modern sporting guns\, and many styles or knives\, from large to small.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/pope-creek-gun-and-knife-show/2026-01-25/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260107T155328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T155328Z
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SUMMARY:Games and Grounds at LongStory Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our fifth board game night with Fantasy Books Inc at LongStory Coffee. Each event ticket is good for two people and includes two drink tickets\, a pastry spread\, and your board game! Doors open at 5:30pm and the games start around 6:15pm. \nThis months game: STAR REALMS\nStar Realms is a space combat card game\, pitting players against each other in a fight for dominance over the entire galaxy. To accomplish this\, players must steadily grow their deck’s weak starting fleet into an armada powerful enough to overwhelm the opposition.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/games-and-grounds-at-longstory-coffee/
LOCATION:LongStory Coffee\, 732 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T160000
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UID:10000486-1769245200-1769270400@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Pope Creek Gun and Knife Show
DESCRIPTION:Hunting rifles\, antique or collectable items firearms\, modern sporting guns\, and many styles or knives\, from large to small.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/pope-creek-gun-and-knife-show/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260112T172019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T172019Z
UID:10000886-1769241600-1769274000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Main Street Shop Hop
DESCRIPTION:Belleville Main Street Shop Hop 🛍️✨\nThink bar crawl… but for shops! Save the date for Saturday\, January 24th and hop your way through Belleville Main Street businesses for a fun day of shopping and surprises. \nEach stop brings something new\, so grab your friends and make a day of it! Come early for a cup of coffee\, then stick around for drinks or a bite to eat. Be sure to check back here for participating businesses\, hours\, and specials. PLUS one lucky Shop Hop attendee will win $50 in Downtown Dollars! \nExplore all our shops here: https://www.bellevillemainstreet.net/merchants-retail
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/main-street-shop-hop/
LOCATION:local lucy’s\, 122 Main Street\, Belleville\, 62221
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260108T151141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T151141Z
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SUMMARY:Onesie Bar Crawl
DESCRIPTION:The coziest bar crawl in Belleville around is BACK! Get your onesies ready for January 17th!! \nBar Crawl Registration will open Jan 17 at 11am\, at Big Daddy’s 618\, 313 E Main. \nDonations will be going towards the Belleville Schools in need. Your $10 Donation to participate in this year’s bar crawl includes:\n– a slice of pizza from Bennie’s\n– raffle ticket\n– Big Daddy’s 618 Cup with $5 refills on onesie punch\n– Free shuttle\n– Live Music \nParticipating Locations:\nBennie’s Pizza Pub\nBig Daddy’s 618\nThe Corner Chill & Grill\nChaos\nThe Office Lounge\nTavern on Main\nCopper Fire\nSugar High\nFridays South\nSullivans\nShoehorn Brewing\nRachel’s Sidebar\nCharlie’s Place\nMargaritas\nSPACES\nSilver Creek Sports & Social\nSchatze’s \nBooze raffle will be drawn at Big Daddy’s 618 at 6:30pm! \nShuttle stops continuous loop stopping at each spot every 30 minutes:\n– Big Daddy’s 618\n– Sullivans\n– The Corner Chill & Grill\n– Friday’s South\n– Charlie’s Place\n– Bennie’s Pizza Pub\n– Rachel’s Sidebar \nThank you to our sponsors!! \nHosted by: Bennie’s Pizza Pub\, Big Daddy’s 618\, and Bar Buddies \nThis crawl is an event to raise funds for Bar Buddies 618\, LLC a 501 (C) (3) entity. Donations that are made and funds raised at this event and our other events help support local schools\, businesses and other charitable causes throughout the year.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/onesie-bar-crawl/
LOCATION:Downtown Belleville\, Illinois\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink
ORGANIZER;CN="Bennie's Pizza Pub":MAILTO:mariah@benniespizzapub.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260105T162723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T162723Z
UID:10000522-1768645800-1768665600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Heart & Soul 4 Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Elated Hearts is celebrating their 4 year mark in Downtown Belleville. Come celebrate with us. Sample products\, join in on mini workshops and meet some of our local artisans.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/heart-soul-4-year-anniversary/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T230000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260105T164101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164101Z
UID:10000485-1768068000-1768086000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:SICW Wrestling (St. Clair County Animal Services fundraiser)
DESCRIPTION:A fast-paced contest where two competitors face off inside a ring\, trying to outmaneuver and overpower each other using strength and technique. All proceeds go to St. Clair County Animal Services
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/sicw-wrestling-st-clair-county-animal-services-fundraiser/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Sports / Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260105T164123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164123Z
UID:10000483-1767513600-1767546000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Motorcycle Swap Meet
DESCRIPTION:A gathering of riders\, mechanics\, and collectors who buy\, sell and trade.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/motorcycle-swap-meet-4/2026-01-04/2/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20260105T164123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164123Z
UID:10000482-1767510000-1767538800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Motorcycle Swap Meet
DESCRIPTION:A gathering of riders\, mechanics\, and collectors who buy\, sell and trade.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/motorcycle-swap-meet-4/2026-01-04/1/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251014T183350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T183350Z
UID:10000436-1767436200-1767445200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Holiday Movie Festival
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at Optimist Club Of Belleville‘s fundraising event. 🎉 \nYour ticket invites you to enjoy 3 movies\, free popcorn and Pre-movie entertainment. \nYour purchase provides funds for educational programs for children in Belleville\, IL District 118. \nThank you for supporting our mission to “enhance the lives of children”. \n  \n3-MOVIE BUNDLE: \nDecember 6\, 2025 – Jack Frost \nDecember 20\, 2025 – Polar Express \nJanuary 3\, 2026 – Gremlins \nEnjoy pre-entertainment starting at 10:30 and free popcorn. Movie begins at 11:00. \nPurchase tickets HERE \n  \nPartner with the Optimist Club in our “Fill the Gap” campaign. This program is designed to help offset educator expenses for instructional tools. Help enhance a child’s learning experience with these additional supplies.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/holiday-movie-festival/2026-01-03/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Theatre\, 103 E Main Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit,Theatre & Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Optimist Club of Belleville":MAILTO:hawkins70@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251007T170609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T170609Z
UID:10000400-1767281400-1767294000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Way of Lights 5K Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Way of Lights 5k Competitive Run and 1.5-mile Fun Walk to start your year off right!\nThe only time of the year to run or walk through our beautiful light display. \n5K Competitive Run & 1.5-Mile Fun Walk\nCheck in Time: 3:30 – 4:45 pm\nRace Starting Time: 5:00 pm \nT-shirts sizes guaranteed for all those who register by December 17 / MORE INFO & REGISTER \n 
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/way-of-lights-5k-run/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Walk/Run
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000165-1767200400-1767214800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-31/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
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SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-30/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251229T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251229T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000163-1767027600-1767042000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-29/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251228T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000162-1766941200-1766955600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-28/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000161-1766854800-1766869200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-27/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000160-1766768400-1766782800@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-26/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
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SUMMARY:Santa's House on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa at his house on Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square and make memories that last a lifetime. VIEW WEBSITE FOR HOURS AND SCHEDULE \n  \n“Santa’s House is a decades long holiday tradition dating back to 1964 when it replaced its much smaller predecessor. For years families have been coming with their children to visit Santa in his Belleville house and take home a photo keepsake. We receive visitors from the entire metro area and we routinely receive visitors from all over the world including Germany\, England\, Japan\, Israeli\, Ukraine and many more. Santa’s House has been featured in many news articles\, television news segments and once had a photo mention on a national daytime talk show. Santa’s House is currently owned and operated by the Optimist Club of Belleville and supported by volunteers. The Optimist Club of Belleville is a community civic organization with deep roots in Belleville who support and promote the well being of youth in our community.” / BellevilleSantaHouse.com
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/santas-house-on-the-square/2025-12-24/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Optimist Club of Belleville":MAILTO:hawkins70@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000159-1766509200-1766523600@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:56th Annual Way of Lights Christmas Display
DESCRIPTION:For 56 years\, the night shines at the Shrine of Our Lady of Snows at the Annual Way of Lights display\, lighting up the grounds for our Journey to Bethlehem and the birth of Christ. The breathtaking display now includes additional color lights to celebrate Christ’s birthday. It is FREE to drive through (donations accepted)\, but special activities incur a nominal charge for camel rides\, pony rides\, food\, drinks\, LEGO’S\, and Kettle Corn (with funnel cakes!). The lights are on from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm nightly\, even on the holidays. Buildings are closed on Thanksgiving\, Christmas Eve\, and Christmas Day. Donations accepted.\nThe National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows 618-397-6700
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/56th-annual-way-of-lights-christmas-display/2025-12-23/
LOCATION:Shrine of Our Lady of Snows\, 442 South Demazenod Drive\, Belleville\, 62223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/20211128_175621.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows":MAILTO:info@snows.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251006T160337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160337Z
UID:10000379-1766487600-1766520000@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY: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/annual-belleville-christkindlmarkt/2025-12-23/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTSTAMP:20260429T180252
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
UID:10000433-1766448000-1766534399@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Santa's House on the Square
DESCRIPTION:Visit Santa at his house on Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square and make memories that last a lifetime. VIEW WEBSITE FOR HOURS AND SCHEDULE \n  \n“Santa’s House is a decades long holiday tradition dating back to 1964 when it replaced its much smaller predecessor. For years families have been coming with their children to visit Santa in his Belleville house and take home a photo keepsake. We receive visitors from the entire metro area and we routinely receive visitors from all over the world including Germany\, England\, Japan\, Israeli\, Ukraine and many more. Santa’s House has been featured in many news articles\, television news segments and once had a photo mention on a national daytime talk show. Santa’s House is currently owned and operated by the Optimist Club of Belleville and supported by volunteers. The Optimist Club of Belleville is a community civic organization with deep roots in Belleville who support and promote the well being of youth in our community.” / BellevilleSantaHouse.com
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/santas-house-on-the-square/2025-12-23/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/house_3651_A1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="The Optimist Club of Belleville":MAILTO:hawkins70@aol.com
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