Join Forest History Center staff on a kayak adventure exploring the natural history of the Mississippi River.

There are two tandem kayaks available and six single kayaks available for each tour.

Our quilt show is open to everyone! Obviously we invite quilters from wannabees to beginners to experts. There is something for all that love textile crafts and arts!

Sponsored by Cobden Lions Club. Evening celebration of the Peach Harvest features carnival rides & games, Peach Queen Contest, food and peach cobbler on Fri – Sat. evening. Parade begins 4:30 Sat.

Come out to Wichmann Vineyard for live music, delicious food, and a grape stomp competition starting at 11:00 a.m.

Help support the Boys & Girls Club of southern Illinois (618) 893-4004

Upick lavender farm will be open June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18. Each of these weekend days the hours will be 10 am to 5 pm. Be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss our short season.

KAXE and the City of Grand Rapids present Grand Rapids Riverfest on the banks of the Mississippi River, featuring Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Amanda Shires, Shemekia Copeland and Dessa.

Central Minnesota Common Roots Festival is a showcase celebrating and supporting grassroots talent, local businesses, beautiful art, area performers and original music!

Celebrating our Stories, our community, our legacy.

Activities, Food & Fun for the whole family!

Celebrate Pride all week long with events including Pride in the Park, trivia, Drag shows, Dance Parties and more!