Events

The Law Offices of R.F. Wittmeyer, Ltd. is proud to sponsor the 2026 Hey Nonny Songwriting Competition. Each year, this event gives emerging songwriters a [...]

There will be a meeting of the Local Liquor Control Commission, followed by a regular meeting of the Carbondale City Council, at 6:00 p.m. on [...]

2027 CONSOLIDATED ELECTION PRE-FILING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Carbondale City Clerk’s Office, located at 200 South Illinois Avenue, Carbondale, Illinois, will accept [...]

Collective Chamber Concert Free

CARBONDALE, IL - The City of Carbondale would like to inform residents and all travelers that during the month of October, Canadian National Railway will [...]

Learn the basics of paddling while enjoying a beautiful evening on the water! This beginner-friendly clinic will introduce participants to basic canoe and kayak paddling [...]

The Carbondale Public Library, in collaboration with the League of Women Voters of Jackson County, will host 2 public candidate forums in October. The first [...]

UNIVERSAL PRESCHOOL OR ENDLESS WAR: TELL CONGRESS WHICH YOU WANT SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 NOON TO 1:00 PM The Peace Coalition of Southern Illinois will [...]

Spend the night outdoors with the Carbondale Park District during our Family Campout at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center in Makanda! Families will enjoy [...]

Gala dinner & concert to support Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) of Southern IL. Featuring Southern Gospel singers The Lesters & keynote speaker Illinois State Representative [...]

Death Cafe Carbondale at Oakland Station Sunday, October 4th, 4:00-6:00PM Carbondale, IL – Carbondale Public Library invites you to an evening of friendly, open conversation [...]

Food Works Invites Small-Scale Farmers and Producers to "Growing for a Wholesale Market" Workshop Practical 3-hour session in Downtown Carbondale helps growers unlock new revenue [...]

Shawnee National Forest begins fall prescribed fire schedule Prescribed burns reduce wildfire risk and promote healthy ecosystems (Harrisburg, Ill., October 5, 2026) — The Shawnee National [...]

A Promised Land 250 Years of North American Choral Music Jiyeon Lee, Piano Emerson Eads, Conductor Free

The Little Grassy Get Down isn't just a music festival — it's the fall getaway you didn't know you needed. Set on Little Grassy Lake [...]

Join the Positive Youth Development Coalition of Jackson county for a fun family day at Miluer Orchard. Free apple cider slushies, donuts, pumpkin decorating, and [...]

The Carbondale Park District invites the community to celebrate the season at its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 10, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 [...]

Artspace Southern Illinois, Herrin City Library, and Carbondale Public Library present this free program as part of Illinois Humanities Road Scholars Speakers Bureau and the NEA [...]

Tweens and teens stop by the library to paint your own Meccah Chameleon figurines. See if you can camoflauge them to hide around your house [...]

Wednesday, October 14th 5:30-6:30pm Giant City State Park Visitors Center Discover how to create a bat-friendly garden by supporting dark skies, planting native species, preserving [...]

Spin Doctors headline SIU’s biggest Homecoming celebration as alumni, students, and the community take over downtown Carbondale on Friday, October 16, 2026 CARBONDALE, IL — [...]

Get moving with an upbeat dance workout set to energetic music! Zumba® combines easy-to-follow dance moves with cardio exercise for a fun and energetic way [...]

🦅 Something’s circling over Makanda… and it’s almost time to flock together! The 2026 Makanda Vulture Fest swoops in October 17 & 18 in beautiful [...]

LEARNING IN RETIREMENT ANNOUNCES FALL SESSION TWO CLASSES Southern Illinois Learning in Retirement (SILIR) will offer the following classes beginning the week of October 19. [...]

Altgeld Hall, Room 113 901 Faner Dr, Carbondale, IL 62901, https://qpdmusic.com/media/index.html free

The Black Keys are stopping in Chicago on October 20th and 21st for their headlining Peaches 'N Kream tour. Join them at The Salt Shed.

Directed by Eric Mandat Free

SIU Theater & Dance and SIU School of Music Present Come From Away A moving and uplifting musical based on the true events of September [...]

Start your day with a little movement, fresh air, and good vibes! Participate in a outdoor yoga session then enjoy a complimentary mimosa after the [...]

Our fall family fun festival returns! Haunted Hollow is the perfect mix of laughs and gasps, a Halloween-themed event with both spooky fun and safe, [...]

Join SIU student volunteers for a monthly, hands-on STEAM workshop. Kids will work with mentors to build a different project each month. Best for ages [...]

School of Music Faculty and Students Costume Party and contests, Candy Free

School of Music Faculty and Students Costume Party and contests, Candy Free

Cookbook Fundraiser for Food Pantry Carbondale, IL. Mark your calendar for the end of October and Confluence Books’ Cookbook Fundraiser to benefit the Carbondale Food Pantry. The [...]

Join the Carbondale Park District and the Friends of Carbondale Dog Parks Halloween morning for a costume contest and parade! Howl-o-ween at the Dog Park [...]