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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.

Benson Blueberries

 Lawrenceville, Illinois
Pick your own or buy from the roadside stand from late June to the last of July....more!

Dorney's Pumpkin Patch

 Lawrenceville, Illinois
Open for fall family activities at the pumpkin patch, Sept. 30-Oct. 29. Day activities are every Sat. 12-5 and Sun....more!

Lanterman Park

 Bridgeport, Illinois
Pavilion, picnic shelter, playground, baseball field...more!

Lawrence County Fairgrounds

 Sumner, Illinois
Pagents, Pig Wrestling, Truck pulls, and so much more! Come celebrate our wonderful community and have some fun....more!

Lawrenceville City Park

 Lawrenceville, Illinois
Swimming pool, playground, baseball, tennis, basketball, picnic shelters, walking track...more!

St. Francisville Park

 St. Francisville, Illinois
A playground and baseball diamonds await visitors....more!

Sumner City Park

 Sumner, Illinois
Playground, ball diamond, picnic shelters...more!

Downstate Illinois Events

Downstate Illinois Events

Explore Our Event Calendar
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
DIY Watercolor Class: Cherry Blossoms

DIY Watercolor Class: Cherry Blossoms

 February 6, 2025 @ 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Warren James Winery | Mattoon, IL
John Cariani's Love/Sick

John Cariani's Love/Sick

 February 7, 2025 @ 7:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Charleston Community Theatre | Charleston, IL

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