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Mar 16
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Mar 30

History Comes Alive: Spring Break Edition

Downtown Springfield • Mar 16 - Mar 30 • 10:00am

History Comes Alive just in time for Spring Break. Look for the Lincolns as you enjoy a trip back in time. March 16-30

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Apr 5

Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon in Springfield

Downtown Springfield • Apr 5 • 7:30am

It's time to run where Lincoln walked! The Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon takes place April 5th in downtown Springfield.

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Apr 12

Cord Fitch Memorial Southern Illinois Steel Guitar Show

The Granada Theatre • Apr 11 - Apr 12 • 11:30am

Two day classic country music concert with known singers featuring the steel guitar!

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Apr 27

General Grant's Home Front Reenactment & Encampment

Depot Park • Apr 26 - Apr 27 • 9:00am

Experience life in the 1860s through a Living History Encampment and Civil War Battle.

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Apr 27

Underground Railroad Spring Bus Tour

Beecher Hall • Apr 27 • 1:00pm

Join our Storyteller tour guides, outfitted in 19th century period attire, as we travel the sites of the Underground Railroad!

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May 3

Fulton Dutch Days

Downtown Fulton • May 2 - May 3 • 8:00am

Over 50 years of celebrating Fulton’s Dutch heritage.

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May 6

Millikin Opera Gala at Albert Taylor Theatre

Albert Taylor Theatre • May 6 • 7:30pm

Enjoy an unforgettable evening of opera and musical theatre classics as Millikin University welcomes alumnus Zach Devin, Class of 2008, back to the stage.

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May 18

Old Capitol Art Fair

Old State Capitol I Downtown Springfield, IL • May 17 - May 18 • 10:00am

Art lovers find new love and appreciation for artistic expression at the Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair. Discover fine art and hidden jewels from…

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May 18

Pullman Railroad Days

Chicago • May 17 - May 18

Pullman Railroad Days will provide an immersive journey through the golden age of rail travel, showcasing rare historic railcars, special tours, and expert presentations on the…

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May 19
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May 26

HerrinFesta Italiana

Downtown Herrin • May 19 - May 26 • 12:00pm

Here comes Summer! HerrinFesta Italiana was founded in 1991. A celebration of the rich Italian heritage in Herrin, IL and now a spectacular entertainment…

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Jun 29

Galesburg Railroad Days

Downtown Galesburg • Jun 26 - Jun 29 • 10:00am

Celebrating Galesburg's rich railroad history, Railroad Days is an annual summer festival that brings a carnival, entertainment, and railroad-themed events to the heart of the city,…

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Jul 12

Massac County Youth Fair & Farm Show

Youth Fairgounds • Jul 11 - Jul 12

Youth from the 13 southernmost counties in Illinois bring their best projects and livestock to show at the fairgrounds located by the school. There are many…

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