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SUMMARY:Daddy Daughter Dance (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening full of dancing\, laughter\, and sweet memories at our annual Daddy Daughter Dance\, a heartfelt tradition in Belleville for over 20 years! Dress your best and enjoy a pasta dinner\, music\, photo ops\, and even guest appearances by some of your favorite princesses! Don’t forget to practice for the Daddy Dance Off with jumbo prizes on the line! This event is very popular and space is limited\, so get your tickets early!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/daddy-daughter-dance-saturday/
LOCATION:2300 West Main Street\, 2300 West Main Street\, Belleville\, 62226
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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SUMMARY:Daddy Daughter Dance (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Join Belleville Parks and Recreation for an evening full of dancing\, laughter\, and sweet memories at our annual Daddy Daughter Dance\, a heartfelt tradition in Belleville for over 20 years! Dress your best and enjoy a pasta dinner\, music\, photo ops\, and even guest appearances by some of your favorite princesses! Don’t forget to practice for the Daddy Dance Off with jumbo prizes on the line! This event is very popular and space is limited\, so get your tickets early!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/daddy-daughter-dance-friday/
LOCATION:The CAMPUS\, 2300 W Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T163000
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SUMMARY:Organ Concert: Featuring Juan Cardona
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting concert by Juan Cardona at the Lincoln Theatre\, brought to you by the St Louis Theatre Organ Society. \nJuan Cardona\, Jr. is a Connecticut-based organist who began studying piano and organ at age seven and earned a BFA in classical organ from the University of Connecticut\, studying with Angela Salcedo and later refining his theatre organ skills with Jelani Eddington. He has served as House Organist for the Thomaston Opera House for over 30 years and the Bardavon Opera House for more than 25 years\, and regularly performs concerts and silent films nationwide. His notable appearances include opening for the Boston Pops\, the Russian National Ballet\, and performing with artists such as Neil Sedaka\, Tito Puente\, and members of Phantom of the Opera. A specialist in silent film accompaniment\, Juan has performed over 30 films and was featured at the American Theatre Organ Society’s 2022 National Convention. Outside of music\, he is a Wireless Network Engineer\, enjoys radio-controlled model airplanes\, and pursues culinary interests.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/organ-concert-featuring-juan-cardona/
LOCATION:The Lincoln Theatre\, 103 E Main Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,History and Culture,Music,Non-Profit,Theatre & Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20260128T170301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170301Z
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SUMMARY:Puppy Love - Adoption Event & Spaw Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Valentine’s Day with our furry loved ones by treating them to a spaw day and ourselves to coffee & donuts! We will have a kissing booth to raise money for a local shelter and take advantage of discounts in the store! Spence Pet Rescue will be onsite with adoptable dogs!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/puppy-love-adoption-event-spaw-day/
LOCATION:The Barkery\, 335 W Main St\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun,Non-Profit,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Barkery":MAILTO:lynette@itsthebarkery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T170000
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Feast with us for Mardi Gras! We will have an outdoor Seafood Boil\, a special Mardi Gras menu\, and our regular menu available. The outdoor bar will be open from 1p-7p. Family friendly!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/mardi-gras-block-party/
LOCATION:Charlie’s Place\, 200 Mascoutah Ave\, Belleville\, IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlie's Place":MAILTO:Charliesplaceil@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T180000
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SUMMARY:Family Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Join Belleville Parks and Recreation at the Campus Arena for a movie on the big inflatable screen. We will be showing “Gnomeo and Juliet” for Valentine’s Day! Put on your cozy pj’s and snuggle in for a night of fun. Pizza and popcorn will be provided for your snacking pleasure. Don’t forget your pillows and blankets for the gym floor\, chairs will be available or bring your own!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/family-movie-night/
LOCATION:2300 West Main Street\, 2300 West Main Street\, Belleville\, 62226
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Theatre & Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Parks and Recreation":MAILTO:parksnrec@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T160000
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CREATED: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
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CREATED:20260128T170329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T170329Z
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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:20260124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T210000
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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:20260110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T230000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20260105T164101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164101Z
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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:20260103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251014T183350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T183350Z
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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:20251231T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-12-31/
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:20260509T143058
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251229T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251229T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-12-29/
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:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-12-28/
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:20251227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
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
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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:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-12-26/
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;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
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:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2025-12-23/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Logo-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000158-1766422800-1766437200@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/2025-12-22/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251006T160337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160337Z
UID:10000378-1766401200-1766433600@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/2025-12-22/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Logo-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251223
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
UID:10000432-1766361600-1766447999@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/2025-12-22/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251002T164032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T164032Z
UID:10000157-1766336400-1766350800@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/2025-12-21/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251006T160337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T160337Z
UID:10000377-1766314800-1766347200@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/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Logo-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Belleville Christkindlmarkt":MAILTO:belleville.christmas.market@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20250722T151017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T181818Z
UID:10000019-1766307600-1766329200@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Holiday Flea Market
DESCRIPTION:Indoor and Outdoor Flea Market. \nThe Flea Market is the 3rd full weekend of every month. \nOpen to the public Saturdays 9am-4pm\, and Sundays 9am-3pm. \nFree Parking and Admission.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/holiday-flea-market/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Holiday Fun,Shopping
ORGANIZER;CN="Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20250923T150707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T151950Z
UID:10000113-1766304000-1766318400@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:Breakfast With Santa at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meal with Santa on the farm! Children can tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Santa has a special gift for each child. We will capture the moment in a photo of your child with Santa. Each child will get to decorate a sugar cookie with frosting and sprinkles and a holiday story will be read. Reservations are required. \nBreakfast will be provided from 8am until noon. The meal includes scrambled eggs\, crips bacon\, fried potatoes\, fruit\, biscuits\, and homemade sausage gravy\, drink (alcohol is not included). Fee charged.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/breakfastwithsanta/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Country Restaurant\, 951 S. Green Mount Road\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food and Drink,Holiday Fun
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://explorebelleville.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Eckerts-Breakfast-with-Santa.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251014T185308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T185308Z
UID:10000449-1766275200-1766361599@explorebelleville.net
SUMMARY:FREE Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides
DESCRIPTION:Take a free ride through downtown aboard a 26-passenger horse-drawn trolley and visit Belleville’s Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, Christkindlmarkt\, and the downtown shopping & dining district. \nPassengers can board and disembark in the first block of East Main Street near the entrance to the Christkindlmarkt in Downtown Belleville\, Illinois.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/free-horse-drawn-trolley-rides/2025-12-21/
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/2025/10/Christkindlmarkt-Trolley.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTSTAMP:20260509T143058
CREATED:20251014T163151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T172020Z
UID:10000429-1766275200-1766361599@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/2025-12-21/
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
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR