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SUMMARY:10th Annual Sportsman’s Raffle
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URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/10th-annual-sportsmans-raffle/
LOCATION:Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park\, 200 S. Belt East\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Non-Profit
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SUMMARY:Six Ways From Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Six Ways From Sunday live at The Harp Pub
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/six-ways-from-sunday/
LOCATION:The Harp Pub\, 1112 W. Main St.\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Harp Pub":MAILTO:gregpartelow@harppub.com
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SUMMARY:Xtreme Bar Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Bar Bingo is a fun\, casual bingo night where guests can enjoy drinks\, food\, and bingo while competing for cash prizes and other giveaways. It’s a great way to relax\, socialize\, and have some friendly competition.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/xtreme-bar-bingo/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:The Edge\, 701 S Belt W\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Edge":MAILTO:norm@edge618.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T123000
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SUMMARY:City of Belleville Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Blood Drive\nCity of Belleville\nAtrium\n101 S Illinois St\nBelleville\, IL 62220\nTuesday\, September 29\, 2026\n12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.\nPlease visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: CityOfBelleville\nto schedule an appointment.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/city-of-belleville-blood-drive-2/
LOCATION:City Hall\, test\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non-Profit
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Belleville":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T020000
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SUMMARY:Sullivans Lip Sync Battle
DESCRIPTION:We’re trying something new at Sullivan’s…our very first Lip Sync Battle! 🎤😂 \nCome watch people take the stage\, put on their best performance and battle it out without actually singing a note! Grab a drink\, bring your friends and help us cheer on your favorites! \n📅 Tuesday\, September 29\n⏰ Starts at 8 PM \nThis should be a fun one! 🔥
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/sullivans-lip-sync-battle/
LOCATION:Sullivans\, 907 n Illinois st\, Belleville\, 62220
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sullivans":MAILTO:mika@sullivans.pub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T190000
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SUMMARY:West Main Village Market
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Family and dog friendly market where you will find a variety of local vendors\, delicious food and drinks and live music. Don’t make dinner…come out and visit our weekly food trucks. Kick back and relax with your pups! In the parking lot across from the DMV in Belleville at 4th and West Main St.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/west-main-village-market/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:335 West Main Street\, 335 West Main Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Music,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Barkery":MAILTO:lynette@itsthebarkery.com
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SUMMARY:OPEN FOR BUSINESS @ 159
DESCRIPTION:Opening day for 159\, a multi-vendor gift shop for new\, new old stock\, used\, vintage\, antique\, unique rare\, peculiar\, particular and curious items.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/open-for-business-159/
LOCATION:159\, 401 N Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brad":MAILTO:adkins.br@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:DIY Open Fall Doormat Class
DESCRIPTION:🍂 FALL OPEN DOORMAT CLASS 🍂 \nYou KNOW you need a new doormat for the upcoming holiday season! 😉 Come get crafty with us at our Fall Open Doormat Class! \nWe have so many fun designs for you to choose from — fall favorites\, football\, cozy vibes AND some spooky designs too! 🎃👻🏈☕️ There’s something for everyone! \nAnd remember\, these are YOUR creations! 🎨 Get as creative as you’d like and paint your doormat in ANY colors you want! You definitely don’t have to stick to the colors shown in our examples. \nGrab your besties and make a night out of it! Bring your favorite snacks & drinks\, and we’ll provide everything you need to create your own custom doormat. \n✨ Pick your favorite design\n✨ Paint it in whatever colors you’d like\n✨ Bring your snacks & drinks\n✨ Grab your friends and LET’S GET CRAFTY! \nA little heads-up when choosing your design:\nThe ’Tis the Season football design and the coffee cup design have a little more detail and require some extra hand-painting/filling in after the main design is painted. They’re totally doable — they’ll just take a little more time and patience than some of our other options! ❤️ \nCome hang out\, get creative\, and leave with the perfect new doormat for the season! 🍂🎃 \nSpots are limited
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/diy-open-fall-doormat-class/
LOCATION:Sawdust & Glitter\, 16 South Illinois Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sawdust &amp%3B Glitter":MAILTO:Lacie@sawdustnglitter.com
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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/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:LongStory Coffee\, 732 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Music,Shopping
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SUMMARY:First Fridays Art Social
DESCRIPTION:4–8 PM • 7 LOCATIONS • 1 ART-FILLED NIGHT\nExplore downtown Belleville and discover new art on the first Friday of each month. Seven participating art venues will open their doors for a self-guided art walk featuring exhibitions\, artists\, creative happenings\, and more. Visit one stop or make a night of it and explore them all.\n\n Make a night of it: Grab a bite or a drink at one of the food and drink spots marked on the map along the way.\n\nEvent Venues: \nArtisans Off Main – 310 East Main Street\nBelleville Books – 20 East Main Street\nGreen Root Gallery – 125 East Main Street\nGovernor French Gallery – 219 West Main Street\nPour @ 322 Coffeehouse – 322 West Main Street\nPublic Defender: Art + Zines – 123 West Main Street\nVenue on Main – 202 West Main Street
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/first-fridays-art-social/
LOCATION:Downtown Belleville\, Illinois\, Belleville\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Public Defender Art + Zines":MAILTO:public.defender.art@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260923T211636Z
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SUMMARY:Metro East Pride Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Metro East Pride Fest has grown into one of the largest LGBTQIA+ celebrations in Southern Illinois\, drawing thousands of attendees each year for a full day of entertainment\, community engagement\, education\, and celebration. The festival will feature: \n• Live entertainment throughout the day\n• Local and regional performers\n• Pride royalty and drag entertainment\n• Community organizations and nonprofit resources\n• Food and beverage vendors\n• Retail and artisan vendors\n• Family-friendly activities\n• Special contests and community events\n• Opportunities to connect with businesses and organizations that support diversity and inclusion \nMore than 100 vendor spaces are available\, providing opportunities for businesses\, artists\, nonprofits\, and community organizations to engage with attendees and showcase their products\, services\, and missions. \n“Metro East Pride Fest is more than just a festival—it is a celebration of community\, visibility\, acceptance\, and belonging\,” said Kristen Broyles\, President of Metro East Pride. “In a time when many members of our community continue to face challenges\, it is important that we come together to celebrate who we are\, support one another\, and demonstrate that love truly is louder than hate.” \nRegistration for vendors\, sponsors\, and volunteers is currently open. Community members interested in supporting the event are encouraged to get involved through sponsorships\, volunteering\, or attending the festival. \nMetro East Pride of Southwestern Illinois is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing unity\, visibility\, and wellness among people of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities through educational\, cultural\, and community programs throughout the Metro East region. \nFor additional information\, sponsorship opportunities\, volunteer registration\, or vendor applications\, visit the Metro East Pride website or follow Metro East Pride on social media. \nEvent Information\nMetro East Pride Fest 2026\nSaturday\, October 3\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.\nDowntown Belleville Public Square & East Main Street\nBelleville\, Illinois \nMedia Contact:\nKristen Broyles\nPresident\, Metro East Pride of Southwestern Illinois\npresident.mepsi@gmail.com\nwww.metroeastpride.org
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/metro-east-pride-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Honorary Veterans Memorial Square\, 101 S Illinois St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Non-Profit
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ORGANIZER;CN="Metro East Pride":MAILTO:metroeastpride@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T170000
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CREATED:20260928T144245Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Fair and Open House
DESCRIPTION:Purple Tree Wellness Sanctuary is hosting a gathering for Mind\, Body and Spirit Wellness on October 3rd\, at 1400 East B Street in Belleville. Enjoy wellness vendors and free fitness and yoga classes! All are welcome!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/wellness-fair-and-open-house/
LOCATION:Purple Tree Wellness Sanctuary\, 1400 East B Street\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220-2240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Sports / Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Tree Wellness Sanctuary":MAILTO:wellness@purpletreewellness.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260623T142637Z
CREATED:20260623T142637Z
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SUMMARY:Hard Cider Crafting Tour
DESCRIPTION:Get a behind-the-scenes look at how our hard cider is made with our Hard Cider Crafting Tour! \nDuring this guided experience\, you’ll see how our homegrown fruit is transformed into handcrafted hard cider—from harvesting and pressing to fermentation and finishing. Along the way\, our cider team will share the story\, science\, and passion behind each pour\, giving you a deeper appreciation for the craft in every glass. \nWhether you’re a longtime cider fan or just starting your cider journey\, this is a unique opportunity to experience the process behind your favorite flavors. \nPlease note: Tours begin at 2:00 PM on your selected date. We recommend arriving a few minutes early to check in before the tour starts.
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/hard-cider-crafting-tour/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Eckert’s Cider Shed\, 951 S Green Mt Rd\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food and Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eckert's Farms":MAILTO:cadams@belleville.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260728T133611Z
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SUMMARY:Howlin' Hayride & Moonlight Movie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this spooky tradition in Laderman Park as we ride a wagon through Walnut Hill Cemetery on a scavenger hunt adventure\, roast s’mores over the firepit\, play Halloween games\, and watch a movie under the stars in the crisp fall air. Bring your fangs and wolf ears\, this year’s movie is Hotel Transylvania! \nNew this year: the Inflatable Costume 1-mile fun run! This optional run will take place before the festivities open and is sure to be equally as hilarious as it is fun!
URL:https://explorebelleville.net/event/howlin-hayride-moonlight-movie-2/
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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