FREE Entertainment Shows and Events

avery k ern ... is a singer/songwriter from central Illinois. She currently lives in Nashville, TN as a musician and songwriter. Avery finished in the Top 68 on American Idol Season 18. She plays a variety of music that is appreciated by all ages. Videos and pictures can be found on Facebook, YouTube and TikTok @AveryKernMusic. She is scheduled to perform in the The Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent on Friday, August 25 7:30 – 9:30 pm.

Calico Creek b luegrass b and …has been together for over 10 years and opening for the Southern Illinois Opry for 5 years. They play local churches, town festivals and local businesses. Check them out at the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent from 7 – 9 pm on Saturday, September 2.

Cherry and Jerry …are a piano/percussion ragtime-era duo that play ragtime, early blues and jazz. They have performed at the Illinois State Fair, many museums, libraries and other venues in Illinois and the Midwest. They will be taking the Southern Illinois Free Entertainment Stage on Monday, August 28 from 7 – 9 pm.

Cody g alloway … has been performing all over southern Illinois, He plays a variety of classic rock and country acoustic cover bands, i.e. Eagle, REO, Morgan Wallen to name a few. He has performed the national anthem and played during the Veteran’s d isc-Connected k -9’s … have provided Frisbee Dog entertainment around the word for over 25 hours, performing for some of the most amazing audiences. The shows are choreographed to music, with hundreds of freestyle moves and tricks. Their professionally trained team members and 16 performing dogs will amaze your audience. Don’t settle for the best in your area, choose the best in the world! They will provide daily entertainment located just off Expo Drive.

Day event at the Du Quoin State Fair. He is scheduled to play on Friday, September 1 in the Southern Illinois Free Entertainment Tent.

Cody Phillips b and … plays country western and classic rock. They are scheduled to play at the Southern Illinois Free Entertainment Tent on Sunday, September 3 from 4 to 6 pm.

Cornfish … is an uplifting spirted group with a multi genre show. Playing a variety of music such as Bob Seager, Elton John, The Eagles, Jamey Johnson. They have played at festivals in southern Illinois and the Southeast Mo area for the past several years. Come see them at the Southern Illinois Free Entertainment Tent from 3 – 6 pm on Sunday, August 27.

Ducky Derby Dash … will be benefiting