The 8 Best Guided Tours in Illinois!

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Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour, Makanda, IL

Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour is perfect for adrenaline junkies, thrill seekers, and nature-lovers who want a close-up experience with beautiful Southern Illinois. Visitors can zip through over 80 acres… Read More

13 Perfect Illinois Getaways!

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Giant City State Park Lodge, Makanda, IL

Enjoy Southern Illinois hospitality at the Giant City Lodge, where you can relax and appreciate nature. The lodge features a massive stone fireplace in the Great Room with a wrap-around balcony. The… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Illinois!

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Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, Mount Vernon, IL

Give your inner artist a chance to play at the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts. Located in Mt. Vernon, this art center features a variety of art exhibits as well as classes so you can make some art of… Read More

The 7 Best Sightseeing Tours in Illinois!

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Bart Lane’s Shawnee Guided Hiking Tours, Eddyville, IL

Experience the wonders of the Shawnee National Forest with Bart Lane’s Shawnee Guided Hiking Tour. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or have only dreamt of hiking along the wooded… Read More

15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Illinois!

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Funk Gem & Mineral Museum, Shirley, IL

Check out the largest one-man mineral and gem collection in the world at the Funk Gem & Mineral Museum in Shirley. Featuring specimens from all over the world, this interesting museum also… Read More

9 Best Dance Clubs and Venues in Illinois!

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The Hangar 9, Carbondale, IL

Enjoy live music, dancing, karaoke, and craft beer at The Hangar 9, a super chill place for hanging out with friends in Carbondale. You’ll find a lineup of live entertainment, such as tribute… Read More

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AutumnFest Arts and Crafts Show

Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:00pm

AutumnFest Arts and Crafts Show

John A. Logan College

Carterville, IL

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AutumnFest Arts and Crafts Show

AutumnFest Arts and Crafts Show

Sunday, Nov 10, 2024 from 10:00am to 4:00pm

AutumnFest Arts and Crafts Show

John A. Logan College

Carterville, IL

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AutumnFest Arts and Crafts Show

Blackberry Smoke

Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 at 7:00pm

Walker’s Bluff

Carterville, IL

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Blackberry Smoke

Collective Soul

Thursday, Feb 13, 2025 at 8:00pm

Walker's Bluff

Carterville, IL

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Collective Soul

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