Upcoming Events

Annual Holy Boulders Bouldering Competition Nov 06 Address: 2 Tripps Lane Pomona IL 62975 Phone: +1 618-528-1788

Nestled on a hillside in Pomona, IL, the Holy Boulders is a world-class climbing area offering classic lines of all grades on perfectly textured sandstone. The bouldering competition will help promote access to some of the finest sandstone bouldering in the country, the climbing area is known as “The Holy Boulders.” The Holy Boulders have attracted professional climbers and strong athletes from around the country.

Mt. Vernon Knife Show Nov 06 9:00am - 4:00pm Address: 800 S. 27th St. Mount Vernon IL 62864 Phone: +1 618-242-4514

Buy, Sell or Trade custom, factory, military, antique handmade, custom cutlery products from several different states. Sharpening is available. Door prizes, display cases & storage pouches also available. Catered by The Frosty Mug. Oldest, longest running cutlery show in Illinois now in our 38th year. For more information call (618) 242-4514.

Veterans Day Parade Nov 11 - 11:00am Address: Main St. Anna IL 62906 Phone: +1 618-833-5182

This annual Veterans Day Parade begins from the Anna City Park entrance on Davie St. and follows Main St. to Jefferson St. and back to the park. Floats, bands and marching units.

Christmas Barn Sale Trail Nov 12 to Nov 13 Address: 606 Market Street Metropolis IL 62960 Phone: +1 618-940-0743 Email: the606market@yahoo.com

Grab your family, friends & junkin’ buddies and join us on a fun filled Road-Trip traveling through Massac county in Southern Illinois, driving from barn to barn this Christmas Season.

All barns are located within 7 miles of each other, and each Barn will have their own unique items, so whether you’re just browsing, needing some inspiration, or looking for primitives, vintage, antiques, shabby chic, rustic, farmhouse, repurposed & of course “Vintage Christmas,” you’ll be sure to find something.

Tunnel Hill 50/100 Mile Run Nov 13 Address: Visitor Center, Hwy. 146 Vienna IL 62995 Phone: +1 270-556-1679

Flat, fast course on the Tunnel Hill Illinois State trail. From wildlife inhabited wetlands to gorgeous rock formations, this trail has it all. Smooth crushed limestone covered dirt bed is wide and contains no trip hazards. Best of all is the iconic tunnel... over 600' of thrills you'll always remember. Includes a 50-mile option... all the fun of the 100 miler, except you run the course once instead of twice.

Coal Country and 3D Art Exhibits Oct 10 to Dec 05 Address: 3575 College Road Harrisburg IL 62946 Phone: +1 618-252-5400

Multi-artist exhibit will showcase a variety of 3-Dimensional works of all subject matters from metal works, to sculptures, to 3D paintings and more.

Carbondale Lights Fantastic Parade Dec 4 - 6:00pm Address: Downtown Carbondale

The parade is held annually at 6:00pm on the first Saturday of December (snow or shine!) and is always a good time for families. Be sure to join in on our various parade day activities in the downtown!

Winter Passport on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail Jan 02 to Feb 28 Address: 2865 Hickory Ridge Rd. Pomona IL 62975 Phone: +1 618-893-2623

Winter is a great time to enjoy the slower, quieter side of Shawnee Forest Country, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail has provided great incentives to do so. Enjoy the excitement of visiting your favorite wineries, savoring their wines and saving big

With your purchase of a winery passport, you will receive discounts at each of our member wineries and a chance to win wonderful prizes along the trail. Enjoy a week or weekend with us and join in the fun with our new passport adventure. Bring your passport to each Shawnee Hills Wine Trail winery and have it stamped at each winery you visit. (One passport per person, per visit. Each passport is valid for one time use at each winery.) Once your passport has been stamped/completed, leave it at the last winery that you visit. Your passport acts as your ticket for entry into our drawing for great prizes along the trail.

Due to COVID-19 some events may be canceled or have restrictions. Please contact venue for more information. n