Events Calendar

The Mount Sterling Farmers Market began in 2017 as a grassroots effort led by community members with the goal of promoting local food access, small businesses, and community gathering, laying the foundation for the market we know today.

November 28th, 2026

Blandinsville, Illinois
There will be more information to come, so be sure to follow and our event with your friends!

Saturdays throughout June, enjoy live music at the bar and grill at Kickapoo State Recreation Area. Shows featuring country, folk, and classic rock begin at 5 p.m. each night. Learn more at Kickapoo Adventures online.  

Looking for some mid-week excitement? We got you covered EVERY Tuesday from 6:30-8:30

Western Illinois University's University Union Board (UUB) is excited to announce its Fall 2026 Bingo Calendar, featuring a full lineup of themed bingo nights, campus partnerships and signature WIU spirit.

UUB's bingo events have become a favorite campus tradition, known for high-energy atmospheres, creative themes and great prizes. This fall, attendees can look forward to five unique bingo experiences:

Fall 2026 Bingo Events:

Welcome Bingo
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 26 - Grand Ballroom

Loteria Bingo in collaboration with LASO (Latin American Student Organization)
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 14 - Grand Ballroom

Halloween Bingo
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28 - Grand Ballroom

Drag Show Bingo with UNITY and the LGBT*QA Resource Center
7-10 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 11 - Grand Ballroom

Holiday Bingo
7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 2 - Grand Ballroom

Each event will feature themed entertainment, interactive activities and opportunities for students to engage with the campus community in a fun and welcoming environment.

Western Illinois University Theatre and Dance has announced its Fall 2026 season, featuring a lineup of classic theatre, contemporary musical theatre, original dance works, and a showcase highlighting the talents of WIU students and faculty. The Fall 2026 season will take place in the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, with performances in the Clow Theatre and Hainline Theatre, in Brown Hall.

Join the Musical Theatre & Theatre classes of 2026 -2027 and their friends as they highlight their training from over the past four years.

Billboard #1 recording artists and 3-time Emmy Award-winners, The Texas Tenors, present an unforgettable musical experience the whole family can enjoy. Since their whirlwind debut nine years ago on NBC's America's Got Talent, The Texas Tenors have accumulated a long list of awards and accolades, including 3 Emmys, 2 acclaimed PBS specials, original Top 50 radio hits, 4 top 10 albums, 6 million YouTube views, and a hugely popular children's book. Their latest studio album, RISE, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Classical Chart and #5 on the Country Albums Chart, propelling the trio to the #10 Classical Crossover Artist of 2017. From headlining on the Las Vegas Strip to entertaining at The White House, JC, Marcus, and John have performed more than 1500 concerts.

Generously sponsored by Fortress Bank

Showtimes at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

Ballet Des Moines presentation of The Nutcracker returns to Burlington! Experience the magic of this holiday tradition with the whole family.
This year, BDM has worked with local dance studios to include local junior dancers in portions of the show!
Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Casebine, as well as Fun City Hotel, Standard of Beaverdale, and generous contributions from the Community Foundation of Des Moines County, BNSF Railway Foundation, Iowa Economic Development Authority, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Western Illinois University Theatre and Dance has announced its Fall 2026 season, featuring a lineup of classic theatre, contemporary musical theatre, original dance works, and a showcase highlighting the talents of WIU students and faculty. The Fall 2026 season will take place in the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, with performances in the Clow Theatre and Hainline Theatre, in Brown Hall.

Join the Musical Theatre & Theatre classes of 2026 -2027 and their friends as they highlight their training from over the past four years.