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Holiday Events Continue

Blog, Holiday, See & Do, ShoppingNovember 22, 202419Views 0Likes 0Comments

Holiday Events Continue to Spread Cheer Around Mt. Vernon Mt. Vernon, IL, November 22, 2024 -- Get ready for a festive season filled with holiday cheer in Mt. Vernon! The city will be buzzing with exciting events that will ignite the spirit of the holidays. From live music and craft fairs to Santa sightings and magical…

Christmas Kick Off

Blog, Holiday, See & Do, ShoppingNovember 19, 202423Views 0Likes 0Comments

Mt. Vernon Christmas Kicks Off Weekends of Holiday Cheer November 19, 2024, Mt. Vernon, IL.-- Get ready for a season of festive fun as Mt. Vernon transforms into a holiday wonderland! Starting this weekend and continuing each weekend through New Years, the city will be alive with an array of holiday events for all ages. “Mt.…

Holiday Family Fun!

Date Ideas, Entertainment, Family Fun, Holiday, Outdoor, Parks & Recreation, Travel, Trip IdeasNovember 17, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Christmas is right around the corner and we have gathered a list of family friendly holiday events happening right here in Mt. Vernon! Festival of Trees Gala and Open House | Nov. 17th - 19th | Cedarhurst Center for the Arts Be one of the first to view The Lights at Cedarhurst. On November 17th,…

The Lights at Cedarhurst!

Date Ideas, Entertainment, Family Fun, Holiday, Outdoor, Parks & Recreation, Travel, Trip IdeasOctober 31, 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

For many families and children, Christmas lights help create the magic of the holidays. This holiday season, The Lights return for their second year at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts. In its inaugural year, they welcomed 7,500 people. The Lights truly showcase the very best of Cedarhurst’s campus. Planning for this event never stops. Director…

Fun Family Fall!

Entertainment, Family Fun, Holiday, Outdoor, Parks & Recreation, Travel, Trip IdeasSeptember 20, 2023309Views 0Likes 0Comments

It’s that time of year- the kids are back in school, daylight is getting shorter, and temperatures are gradually getting cooler. Before we know it, leaves will be turning that beautiful shade of red, orange, and yellow. Fall is here! And Mt. Vernon has plenty to offer for fun family fall activities. Marlow’s Pumpkin Patch…

“Sweet Home Mt. Vernon” Fall Fest

Blog, Date Ideas, Entertainment, Music, Outdoor, Parks & Recreation, See & Do, Shopping, Trip IdeasSeptember 14, 2023251Views 0Likes 0Comments

The 11th Mt. Vernon Fall Festival is almost here! On September 29th and 30th, “Sweet Home Mt. Vernon” Fall Fest will fill 9th street and the downtown area with two days of exciting entertainment. Listen to live entertainment both days on the SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital Stage. Free admission with no tickets required. Friday…

Mt. Vernon, Illinois, is the Place to Be September 7-10!

Blog, Trip Ideas, UncategorizedAugust 31, 2023224Views 0Likes 0Comments

The second weekend in September means it's time for the annual Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair! This year, there are several other events during the same weekend. Plan a day trip or weekend in Mt. Vernon, September 7-10, 2023! Midwest LSA Expo 2023 September 7- 9, 2023, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Mt. Vernon…

August 25 – 27, 2023

Dining, Entertainment, TravelAugust 15, 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The last weekend in August is a busy weekend in Mt. Vernon! Whether you love food trucks, blues music, or yoga, there is something fun for you this weekend. Check out our list of events below. Cusumano & Sons Local Produce Pick Up August 25th, 8 am - 4 pm. 826 Harrison St., Mt. Vernon,…

PawFest this Saturday!

Blog, Entertainment, TravelJuly 10, 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Calling all furry friends and owners to the 9th annual PawFest, this Saturday, June 10th, at Veterans Park! From 9am to 2pm, the park will be bustling with free events and activities for the whole family. This year, PawFest presented by Mt. Vernon Festivals, Inc. is combining with Market Days of Mt. Vernon sponsored by Continental…

May in Mt. Vernon

Dining, Entertainment, TravelJuly 6, 20233KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Summer is almost here, which means even more exciting events to attend in Mt. Vernon! Mark your calendar for these May events below. There is something for the entire family! After School Art Time May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 3:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Strode Art Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts Take your kindergarten…

April Events

Blog, EntertainmentJune 15, 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Family Fun Night April 13th, 4- 6 p.m. The Hub Spero Family Services is hosting a family fun night at The Hub on top of the parking garage at 123 S. 10th St. There will be plenty of activities for children to enjoy, as well as car seat safety checks provided by Project Child. Come…

March In Mt. Vernon

Entertainment, History, TravelApril 6, 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

“In like a lion, out like a lamb” is certainly true when it comes to March in Mt. Vernon. There are so many roaring good time events you won’t want to miss this month! March 3rd, 7 p.m. Empire Wild Trio @ Cedarhurst Center for the Arts Enjoy an “American in Paris” evening of music! Empire Wild brings…

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Holiday Events Continue

Christmas Kick Off

Holiday Family Fun!

The Lights at Cedarhurst!

Fun Family Fall!

“Sweet Home Mt. Vernon” Fall Fest

Mt. Vernon, Illinois, is the Place to Be September 7-10!

August 25 – 27, 2023

PawFest this Saturday!

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