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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.

Bryan Memorial Park

 Salem, Illinois
Family Aquatic Center with waterslide; tennis courts, basketball courts, skateboard park, picnic shelters, bandstag...more!

Bryan-Bennett Library

 Salem, IL
Located at 315 South Maple in Salem, Bryan-Bennett Library is a municipal library, providing free services to all r...more!

Centralia Recreation Complex

 Centralia, Illinois
The Centralia Recreation Complex is a 60,000 square foot multi-sport facility located in historic downtown Centrali...more!

Fairview Park

 Centralia, Illinois
45 acres of recreation space include a swimming pool, baseball and softball fields, skateboard park, several picnic...more!

Gaetti Sports Academy

 Centralia, Illinois
Gaetti's Sports Academy is the only facility in the country offering curriculum put together by four World Seri...more!

Idyllwood Entertainment Center

 Salem, IL
Idyllwood Entertainment provides roller skating, yoga and dance classes and is available for private parties, weddi...more!

Marion County Agriculture Fair

 Salem, Central
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Marion County Fairgrounds

 Salem, Illinois
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Salem Bowl

 Salem, Illinois
A modern 16 lane bowling center that offers leagues, a restaurant, lounge, game room, pool, darts, & parties.&n...more!

Salem Community Theatre & Cultural Center

 Salem, Illinois
Visit the Salem Community Theatre & Cultural Center for quarterly plays and revues, as well as free movies in t...more!

Salem Little League

 Salem, IL
The Salem Little League is based in Salem, IL and is a member league of Illinois District 1 of Little League, ...more!

Salem Soccer Association

 Salem, IL
Building the Salem Soccer Program, one level at a time. This page is dedicated to the continued development of the ...more!

Schwartz Farms

 Centralia, Illinois
You can find berries, apples, peaches, pears and watermelon in season.  ...more!

Stephen A. Forbes State Park

 Kinmundy, Illinois
700 acres, fishing, swimming, hunting, horseback riding, 115 camping sites, picnicking, concession building, and ca...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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