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A Trip for the Whole Family

A Trip for the Whole Family

Visit Downstate Illinois

Downstate Illinois is home to family-friendly attractions that are sure to be fun for everyone. Whether you have a few hours or a few days, everybody will find something fun and exciting to do in our 22 counties.

Find Popeye and his friends on the Popeye Character Trail in Chester, Illinois, or ride the Little Toot Railroad at the Charlie Brown Park in Flora. Stop by Rainbow Ranch to spend some quality time in the petting zoo, or compete in a laser tag tournament at The Edge in Belleville. All of that and more is right here in Downstate Illinois!

Discover even more things to do with the help of our Downstate Illinois kids.

Hamilton County Fairgrounds

 McLeansboro, Illinois
The Hamilton County Fair and its fairgrounds are located in McLeansboro, IL. You can visit the fairgrounds on Illin...more!

Kid's Kingdom

 McLeansboro, Illinois
A re-creation of Historic McLeansboro where children can climb, swing, slide and play. The park also offers a pavil...more!

Lakeview Park - McLeansboro

 McLeansboro, Illinois
The park offers fishing, the Weinmann Pavilion for outdoor entertaining, cooking sites, and a play area for childre...more!

McLeansboro City Pool

 McLeansboro, Illinois
The City Pool has been offering splashing fun to the young and the young-at-heart for half a century. The season be...more!

Organ Farms

 McLeansboro, Illinois
Bring the whole family for Fall Country Fun at the farm. Groups can reserve weekdays and evenings and the public is...more!

Rogers-Dewitt Park

 McLeansboro, Illinois
The 58-acre park features a nature trail with two foot bridges, a meadow and a fishing pond. Primitive camping site...more!

Downstate Illinois Events

Downstate Illinois Events

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Whether you’re looking for a festival, marathon or something family-friendly to bring the kids to, Downstate Illinois has something for everyone. The region hosts over 900 events each year, and we pride ourselves on providing the most accurate event information so that you don’t miss a thing.
Travel Ideas

Travel Ideas

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From outdoor recreation and adventure to foodies and family fun, we have the trip ideas to plan the perfect vacation.
Road Trip Itineraries

Road Trip Itineraries

21 Counties made for Road Trips
Downstate Illinois was made for road trips! With the help of our road trip itineraries, you can discover all that our 21 counties have to offer — from family fun to outdoor adventures and shopping sprees. 
Check out our calendar of events!
Money Shoot

Money Shoot

 February 3, 2025 - August 29, 2025 @ 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
North American Outfitters | Highland, IL
Nature in the Arts

Nature in the Arts

 February 12, 2025 @ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Douglas-Hart Nature Center | Mattoon, IL
Chocolate and Wine Pairing Class

Chocolate and Wine Pairing Class

 February 12, 2025 @ 6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Warren James Winery | Mattoon, IL

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