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Thursday, December 25
Christmas at Bookie’s Tavern
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Bookie’s Tavern, Tuscola, IL
Details: Enjoy music by the Back Porch Boys and holiday celebrations.
https://www.facebook.com/events/
Christmas at the Piano with Kurt Reeder
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Rose Bowl Tavern, Urbana, IL
Details: Enjoy piano tunes and cozy drinks.
https://experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events?event=21555
A Very Bentley’s Christmas w/ DJ Belly
Time: 9:00 p.m. — 2:00 a.m.
Location: Bentley’s, Champaign, IL
Details: Join the Bentley’s staff for holiday spirit and music.
https://www.bentleyspub.com/events
Friday, December 26
Not Petty
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Sleepy Creek Vineyards, Fairmount, IL
Details: Hear Christmas songs, original music, and Tom Petty covers.
https://notpetty.com/shows/sleepy-creek-vineyards-12-26-25/
80s + New Wave Dance Night
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Gallery Art Bar, Urbana, IL
Details: Dance the night away and request hits from the 80s and New Wave Classics.
https://www.galleryartbarurbana.com/upcoming-events/80snew-wave-dance-night-5
Saturday, December 27
Christmas in Taylorville
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Fischer Theatre, Danville, IL
Details: Step into a winter wonderland with the unofficial Taylor Swift tribute band.
https://www.bandsintown.com/
Noche de Navidad con Fuego Latino
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Encanto, Urbana, IL
Details: Enjoy Latin American music and great food.
https://www.facebook.com/events/
Sunday, December 28
Triptych’s Festivus 2025, Part Deux
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Triptych Brewing, Savoy, IL
Details: Celebrate community and beverages that bring people together.
https://www.facebook.com/events/
2025 Year in Review Trivia
Time: 2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Location: Pour Bros., Champaign, IL
Details: Reflect on 2025 at this special themed trivia event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/
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