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 [...]

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 [...]

Businesses, schools, and community organizations encouraged to enter floats CARBONDALE, Ill. – Registration is now open for the 35th Annual Lights Fantastic Parade, taking place [...]

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 [...]

The Planning Commission will have a meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026, in City Council Chambers, Room 108, at 200 South Illinois Ave, [...]

The Sustainability Commission will have a meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 15th, 2026, at the Civic Center, Room 103, at 200 South Illinois Ave, [...]

𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐔𝐊𝐈𝐒! Looking for a great way to kick off your homecoming weekend? 🍷🎶 Start at Blue Sky Vineyard! We have 3 amazing days [...]

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 [...]

Unique Eats and Eateries of Illinois, a Reedy Press publication, shares the stories behind the people and places to dine at in the Prairie state. [...]

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. [...]

Carol M. Samarah will be the Presenter at the SILIR meeting on October 21 on the topic of Native American Graves Protection Carol’s presentation will [...]

There will be a meeting of the Firefighters Pension Fund Board of Trustees at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Fire Station 2, 401 [...]

SIU welcomes two leaders from the Buckminster Fuller Institute to Carbondale on Tuesday, October 20, for Designing Futures That Flourish, a public conversation about climate solutions, [...]

Join to Stop Hate Film Screening and Discussion in Carbondale State Commission Brings Hate Prevention Program to Carbondale Tuesday, October 20th, 5:30PM WHAT: On Tuesday, [...]

Illinois art contest invites students to explore the idea of community Deadline is Dec. 18 to enter ‘My Community, My Story’ contest SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – [...]

Directed by Eric Mandat Free

The sculpture program and student organization, Critical Forum, will offer pre-sale scratch blocks until the day of the iron pour. Interested individuals can purchase them [...]

WHAT: The Southern Illinois Airport Authority will host When the World Landed in Gander: A Conversation with Claude Elliott. Elliott, former mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, [...]

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

Carbondale Halloween 2026 Events Carbondale Halloween is back in session for another season of non-stop spooky, family-friendly fun! Having launched with The Varsity’s special film [...]

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

Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6:00pm – 10:00pm Join us (minimum age 21) for Blue Sky Vineyard’s 2nd Annual Wine & Witches event in support [...]

The American Guild of Organists is delighted to present its annual “Halloween Extravaganza” Concert with a Costume Contest on Friday, October 30th at 7PM. This [...]

Sponsored by The Southern Illinois Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Local artists will present haunting and trilling classics from Bach to movie themes [...]

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 [...]

CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Carbondale Park District and Friends of Carbondale Dog Parks invite the community to celebrate Halloween with the whole family — including [...]

Residential Hospice is committed to providing exceptional, compassionate end‑of‑life care for individuals and families throughout our community. Volunteers play a vital role in this mission [...]