Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui 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, December 26
Christmas Card Lane
Time: All Day
Location: Preston Jackson Park, Decatur
Details: The 7th annual display of larger-than-life outdoor ‘cards’ created by local artists and groups. Though the competition for the cards ended earlier this week, you can view the exhibit through December 30th.
More info: decaturarts.org
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Prairie Farm, Champaign
Details: Free to enter. Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the beautiful holiday lights display, with hot chocolate available for purchase. Open every Thursday through Jan. 5.
Friday, December 27
Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Rose Bowl Tavern, Urbana
Details: Enjoy two nights of live music with this talented band, performing both Friday and Saturday evenings.
Saturday, December 28
Noon Year’s Eve Hoedown
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Savoy Recreation Center, Savoy
Details: Fun for all ages, featuring gold mining, cow milking, crafts, and more.
More info: savoyil.recdesk.com
Festivus 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location: Triptych Brewing, Savoy
Details: Celebrate the 10th year of this community event, including special brews and the iconic Festivus Pole.
Mattie Mae and the Music Makers
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Jazz UpFront, Bloomington
Details: Enjoy a night of soulful R&B with this group.
Sunday, December 29
University of Illinois Men’s Basketball Star Wars Day
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: State Farm Center, Champaign
Details: Cheer on the Fighting Illini as they take on Chicago State. Costumes are encouraged for this themed day.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Virginia Theater, Champaign
Details: Experience dazzling multimedia effects and holiday classics with this iconic performance ensemble.
Email will-call@illinois.edu by Mondays at 8am with event information