Listen to Sam Rink and Lyric Roy talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m.
Thursday, June 18
Free Thursdays at the Scovill Zoo
Time: 9:30 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Location: Scovill Zoo, Decatur, IL
Details: Get ready to ride the train, go to the petting zoo and see penguins and tortoises. Free Thursdays continue through October 8.
https://decatur-parks.org/scovill-zoo/
Matt Maeson: Watch My Step
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virginia Theatre, Champaign, IL
Details: See the Virginia-born and Nashville-based singer-songwriter on his tour as he brings his music to Champaign.
https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1112
Friday, June 19
First-Time Climbers FREE for Juneteenth
Time: 10:00 a.m. — 10:00 p.m.
Location: Horizon Climbing, Champaign, IL
Details: First time visitors to Horizon Climbing can receive a free day pass and climbing shoes all day to celebrate Juneteenth.
https://www.climbhorizon.com/calendar/juneteenth-discount
Juneteenth Concert
Time: 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Location: Douglass Park, Champaign, IL
Details: Commemorate Juneteenth with a free, outdoor concert featuring musicians influenced by jazz, hip-hop, funk and more.
https://champaignparks.org/event/juneteenth-concert/
The Lightning Thief — The Percy Jackson Musical
Time: 7:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.
Location: Monticello Theatre Association, Monticello, IL
Details: Watch a high-energy musical adventure following the story of Percy Jackson, a teenager who suddenly finds himself grappling with a world of Greek gods, monsters and destiny. Runs through June 28.
https://monticellotheatre.org/tickets/
Saturday, June 20
Fishing for Beginners
Time: 9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Location: Homer Lake Forest Preserve, Homer, IL
Details: Anglers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to watch a demonstration followed by hands-on practice with help from experienced guides. Fishing licenses are required.
https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/fishing-for-beginners-1
Champaign County Master Gardener Garden Walk
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Various locations in Champaign, IL
Details: Get inspired for your next horticultural endeavor with a self-guided tour through Champaign’s finest private home gardens and beautifully cultivated public spaces.
https://extension.illinois.edu/cfiv/garden-walk-2026
The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: The Station Theatre, Urbana, IL
Details: See three actors take on all of Austen’s characters and teach an understudy about her work in this comedic play. Runs through Sunday, June 28.
https://stationtheatre.com/season-53
Blues, Brews and BBQ
Time: 11:00 a.m. — 10:00 p.m.
Location: The Wild Hare Bar and Grill, Fisher, IL
Details: Come Hungry to see the Blues Deacons, The Painkillers Blues Band and the Kingdom Brothers during this packed day full of good blues and good food.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1646739684118193&set=a.265423935583115
Sunday, June 21
The Corn Flakes
Time: 3:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Location: Rose Bowl Tavern, Urbana, IL
Details: Hear songs about trucks, trains and farms from this local favorite act every third Sunday of the month.
https://rosebowltavern.com/
Welcome Summer Guided Trail Ride
Time: 6:00 p.m. — 8:30 p.m.
Location: Walmart rail trail access point in Urbana, IL
Details: Ride along on a 6.7 mile tour of the Kickapoo Rail Trail to St. Joseph and learn about local history along the way.
https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/welcome-summer-guided-trail-ride
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