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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.

Barnside Flower Farm

 Red Bud, Illinois
Locally grown cut and potted flowers such as mums, sunflowers, dahlias, cosmos, zinnias, snapdragons, and many more...more!

Cole Memorial Park

 Chester, Illinois
Shelters, picnic areas, swimming pool, playgrounds and tennis courts are laid out within the forested park....more!

G & C Meyer Farm

 Steeleville, Illinois
Find berries, green beans, okra, potatoes and other veggies, seasonal flowers and bedding plants....more!

Illinois Country Harvest

 Prairie du Rocher, Illinois
We are a sustainable, small, diverse farm located in southwestern Illinois. We proudly grow heirloom and nativ...more!

Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail Coalition

 Prairie du Rocher, Illinois
King Louis XV of France, that is! French colonists gave this name to the Kaskaskia-Cahokia Trail (KCT) in the early...more!

Krause Elk Farm

 Evansville, Illinois
Learn about these majestic animals on an educational and fun tour of the property. Hear the awesome bugling of the ...more!

Popeye & Friends Character Trail

 Chester, Illinois
Popeye stands tall in the Elzie C. Segar Memorial Park by the Visitors Center in Chester. Search through town for h...more!

Pumpkin Blossom Hill

 Red Bud, Illinois
Shop for pumpkins, gourds, mums, crafts and antiques from September thru December. Mini corn maze and pumpkin picki...more!

Randolph County Fairgrounds

 Sparta, Illinois
Randolph county fair provides entertainment for the whole family. The fair hosts livestock shows as well as grandst...more!

Red Bud Sports Complex

 Red Bud, Illinois
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Schoenbeck Ranch

 Ellis Grove, Illinois
Offering - Pony rides, Covered Wagon rides, Corn Maze, Straw Maze, Barrel Car Train , Petting Zoo, Photo Ops , and ...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
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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