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June 6th and 7th
Annual Rendevous- Fort De Chartres The two-day popular annual Rendezvous, held the first weekend in June, features shooting competitions, military drills, dancing, music, food, and traders of eighteenth-century-style goods. The boom of cannons, the smell of campfires and a parade of colorful uniforms will transport visitors back to the 1700s on June 6 and 7 at Fort de Chartres State Historic Site’s annual Rendezvous, the largest gathering of its kind anywhere in the Midwest, attracting many thousands to the site during this 2-day special event. The Rendezvous features 1700s military units, traditional craft demonstrations, period music and dancing, black powder shooting events and cannon firings – all from the time when France controlled what is now Illinois. Visitors can try their hand at throwing a tomahawk, buy hand-made crafts, learn about French kitchen gardens, and watch swordsmen duel, taste delicious food and much more. This event is hosted by Les Coureurs des Bois de Fort de Chartres and sponsored by Les Amis du Fort de Chartres. 
JUNE 6TH- JUNE 13TH
Hamilton County Fair Hamilton County Fairgrounds 805 West Randolph McLeansboro, IL 62859 618.927.6104 Saturday, June 6, 2026 - Saturday, June 13, 2026 @ 6:30 PM - 11:45 PM
JUNE 8TH- 15TH
Perry County Fair Pinckneyville Fairgrounds 711 Fairgrounds Road Pinckneyville, IL 62274 Saturday, June 6, 2026 - Saturday, June 13, 2026 @ 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Map | Website County fair lovers unite for the Perry County Fair! This agriculture-centered fair includes a 4-H livestock show and Demolition Derby. Lots of events and grandstand entertainment fill the gaps each evening between. June 12th- 14th
Superman Celebration Metropolis Illinois TheAnnual Superman Celebration is scheduled to take place in Metropolis, Illinois from June 12th to June 14th, 2026. This event is more than just a convention or a festival—it’s a celebration! Here’s what you can expect during the Superman Celebration: Vendors: Explore a variety of vendors offering merchandise, collectibles, and more. Celebrities: Get a chance to meet special guests and celebrities associated with Superman. Food: Enjoy delicious food options available throughout the celebration. Activities: Participate in exciting activities related to the Superman theme. Contests: Test your knowledge and skills in Superman-themed contests. To learn more go to https://www.supermancelebration.net/ June 13th
AnnabelleFestival Anna, Illinois The Annabelle Festival will take place Saturday, June 13 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Join us in Downtown Anna for a full day of family fun, entertainment, shopping, food, contests, and community celebration at the Annabelle Festival! Bring the whole family and enjoy everything from vendor shopping and kids activities to live music, contests, a car show, free swim, and much more! SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 9:00 AM • Vendor Shopping – E. Davie Street • Pet Carnival • Kids Fest – E. Davie Street • Art Exhibit – Anna Arts Center 10:00 AM • Tug of War - Sponsored by Rise Performance 10:00 AM • Local Fruit Pie Baking Contest • Fruit Pie Live Auction – AJ Garden Club • Largest Annabelle Flower Show – AJ Garden Club • Historic Walking Tour (Self-Guided) – 10AM-2PM 11:00 AM • Strong Man Jeep Pull - Sponsored by Rise Performance 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM • Bungee Trampoline • 26-Foot Rock Wall Climb • Make & Take Crafts – AJ Garden Club (SHAC) • Annabelle Coloring Contest – AJ Garden Club 11:30 AM Fruit Pie Live Auction with Alex Belcher Noon – 3:00 PM • FOAM Party • Putt-Putt Golf 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM • FREE Swim – Anna Pool 3:15 PM • Puppet Show - sponsored by United Methodist Church of Anna 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM • LIVE MUSIC featuring SIX:32 – Main Stage All Day • Annabelle Trail at Your Leisure Flowers & Plants Sponsored by AJ Garden Club and McNitt Growers Come celebrate summer, community, and small-town fun at the Annabelle Festival! Invite your friends, share this event, and we’ll see you downtown on June 13th FULL SCHEDULE HERE |
JUNE 14TH
Perry County's America 250 CelebrationPinckneyville Square Plaza Area 203 N Walnut Street Pinckneyville, Il 62274 Sunday, June 14, 2026 @ 11:00 AM - 6:00 PMA historic party to celebrate the USA's 250th birthday! The fun begins at 11am and continues through 6pm that day. -Historic and Modern Games for the Family -Food Trucks -Birthday Cake & Ice Cream at 1:30 -Tours of the Perry County Jail Museum -Historic Reenactors -Live Music all day and so much more! Event will be held on the square plaza area with local businesses also participating. Lawn chairs are encouraged as seating will be limited. June17th- 20th
Rend Lake Days and Sesser Homecoming 
Mark your calendars! The 70th Annual "Rend Lake Days" Sesser Homecoming runs from June 17th–20th, 2026 at Miner's Memorial Park in Sesser, IL.
Enjoy food, carnival rides, and live performances all weekend long! Saturday also brings a 5K race, a car show, a Main Street parade, and the Crowning of Queen, Princess, and Prince, plus a Drawing for a Hawaii Trip for Two to close out the night! Daily ride wristbands are available! 5K Race Registration: Register at http://bit.ly/4d1J208. The race begins at 8:00AM on Saturday, June 20th starting at the Custard Stand. Car Show Registration: Opens at 9:30AM and closes at 1:30PM on Saturday, June 20th. For more info, call Jamie Jones at (618) 204-6899 or Terry Dees at (618) 246-8732. Find the full schedule here. JUNE 18TH- JULY 4TH
Southern Illinois Music Festival- Multiple Locations Southern Illinois Music FestivalThe 22nd annual Southern Illinois Music Festival celebrates America250 at CHS Performing Arts Theatre! Ticketed events are $25 for general seating and $10 for students of any age. Tickets are always available at the door 30 minutes before the performance. All-Festival Passes are available for $150 and include admission to all events, as well as a complimentary 60-page program booklet ($200 value). For complete details on the artists and performances, go to SIFest.com:
FREE KLASSICS FOR KIDS AND JIVE WITH JAZZ SESSIONS Klassics 4 Kids and Jive with Jazz are interactive concerts, designed to expose children to the joys of live classical music and jazz. Parents and care-givers are encouraged to help youngsters develop skills appropriate to a live performance in an informal atmosphere.Klassics for Kids and Jive with Jazz are interactive concerts, designed to expose children to the joys of live classical music and jazz. Parents and care-givers are encouraged to help youngsters develop skills appropriate to a live performance in an informal atmosphere. 2026 K4K and JWJ Performances Klassics for Kids (Saturday, June 20 at 12pm) Artspace 304, Carbondale Jive with Jazz (Wednesday, June 24 at 11:30am) Union Street Arts, Marion Jive with Jazz (Thursday, June 25 at 11am) Carbondale Public Library Jive with Jazz (Friday, June 26 at 11:30am) Sallie Logan Public Library, Murphysboro (Carl Lee Park Bandshell/Medwedeff Sculpture, weather permitting) Klassics for All Ages (Saturday, June 27 at 11am) Rend Lake Golf Course Event Center *Please note that performers at each venue are subject to change. Free admission; no reservations required; for children of all ages! Randolph County 250th Celebration
Fort Kaskaskia 14372 Park Road Ellis Grove, Illinois 62241 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Celebrate 250 years of American history at a special America 250 event this June at Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site in southern Illinois. Set against the backdrop of one of the state’s most significant early military posts, this patriotic celebration invites visitors to reflect on the nation’s past while enjoying a day of community pride and red, white, and blue fun. Expect flag-filled scenery, history-focused activities, and family-friendly programming that honors the spirit of independence and the people who helped shape the country across two and a half centuries. If you want to make a weekend of it, there are RV Sites available along with unlimited tent sites. Big Muddy Monster Festival-Murphysboro 10am- 6:30 pm The Big Muddy Monster Festival returns to historic downtown Murphysboro on June 20th, taking over 13th & Walnut Street for a full day immersed in storytelling, folklore, and Southern Illinois legend. The day is rooted in the infamous Big Muddy Monster sightings and the region’s deep well of cryptid lore. 13th Street will be closed for an open-air cryptid market with Food Truck Row just across Walnut Street, as well as downtown eateries offering cryptid themed items. Programming throughout the day will include speakers and storytelling at the historic Liberty Theater, along with a 13th Street Shop Hop highlighting downtown Murphysboro businesses joining in on the celebration. Downtown Murphysboro – 13th & Walnut Street June 20th Spread the strange. www.bigmuddymonsterfestival.com |