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Thursday, November 20
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Time: November 20-21 at 7:00 p.m. ; November 22-23 at 2:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m..
Location: Danville Area Community College, Danville, IL
Details: Enjoy the musical stage version of the classic animated TV special.
https://dlo.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200488434
A Chorus Line: Teen Edition
Time: 7:00 p.m. ; November 21-22 at 7:00 p.m. ; November 23 at 2:30 p.m.
Location: Champaign Central High School, Champaign, IL
Details: Enjoy this musical tale of dancers auditioning for a spot in a Broadway production.
https://centralmaroonsdrama.ludus.com
Quiet Tonight Screening
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Analog, Urbana, IL
Details: Attend this free screening of this short horror/drama, written by, directed, and starring local talent.
https://champaignmoviemakers.com/
Friday, November 21
$50 Art Show
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Art Coop, Urbana, IL
Details: Shop the 14th Annual art show that benefits the Champaign County Humane Society and Hospice Hearts.
https://www.facebook.com/events
Hot Chocolate and Holiday Movie Weekend
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Harvest Moon Twin Drive-In Theatre, Gibson City, IL
Details: This weekend features “Elf” and “Christmas Vacation.” Enjoy a hot chocolate and coffee bar, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, photo displays and Christmas lights. This holiday event is running for the next two weekends.
https://harvestmoondrivein.com/
Saturday, November 22
The Gifford Community Craft Show 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ; November 23 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Gordyville USA, Gifford, IL
Details: Shop over 300 vendors, get pictures with Santa, and more at the 42nd annual craft show.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068785028089
Filmmaking 4×4
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Flyover Lab, Rantoul, IL
Details: Experience an intensive one-day film course with an inside look into lighting, art, cameras, and more.
https://www.flyoverfilmstudios.com/event-details/filmmaking-4×4
Holiday Market & Festival of Trees
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: I Hotel, Champaign, IL
Details: Get immersed in the holiday season with shopping, crafts, carolers, and more.
https://champaign-urbana.jl.org/festival-of-trees/
Mistletoe Market
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ; November 22 & 29 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ; December 6 & 13 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: The Orpheum, Champaign, IL
Details: Shop many small local and regional creative businesses to celebrate the joy of the season.
https://mistletoemarketcu.square.site/
Defy Gravity’s 10th Anniversary Showcase
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Canopy Club, Urbana, IL
Details: Celebrate a decade of aerial and pole performances from students and instructors.
https://www.facebook.com/events/
Sunday, November 23
Farmer City Christmas Parade
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Farmer City, IL
Details: Attend one of Central Illinois’ largest Christmas parades. Over 100 entries include marching bands, holiday floats, antique cars and tractors and more. Afterwards, there will be a chance to meet Santa.
https://www.facebook.com/events/787355440468163
Dylan Earl with Peace of the Sea
Time: Doors at 6:30 p.m. ; Show at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Rose Bowl Tavern, Urbana, IL
Details: Enjoy live music by this southern native.
https://www.eventbrite.com
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Event dates and times may change. If you have information about upcoming events, email us before Mondays at 8:00 a.m. at will-call@illinois.edu.