Events in Champaign-Urbana & Champaign County, Illinois
Chambana Events is the local calendar for things to do in Champaign, Urbana,
Savoy, and the rest of Champaign County, IL — live music and concerts, festivals,
food and drink, arts and culture, family activities, sports, and community
gatherings, plus neighborhood garage and estate sales.
Upcoming Events
- Royal Days — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM, Downtown Royal, Downtown Royal, Royal, IL. A fun-filled weekend of activities including a bags tournament, kids events, golf cart parade, raffle, live music, etc.
- Althoff Co-Ed Golf Summer Camp 2026 — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM, DP Golf Indoors, 1334 Central Park Drive, Mahomet, IL, 61853. The event is held on July 31, 2026 at DP Golf Indoors in Mahomet, IL.
- Summer Prairie Skies — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM, William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL, 61821. A live‑narrated tour of the wonders of tonight's sky, accompanied by some of the legendary stories of the ancient sky. Find out what constellations and planets are visible tonight and how to find them
- 90 — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM, Legends Golf Course, 4551 Nicklaus Dr., Champaign, IL, 61822. Champaign's ultimate party band! Free show, full bar available, Watson's Shack and Rail food truck, and yard games. Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets.
- Ragtime: The Musical — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM, The Virginia Theatre, 203 West Park Avenue, Champaign, IL, 61820. At the dawn of a new century, everything is changing... and anything is possible. Set in the volatile melting pot of turn-of-the-century New York, three distinctly American tales are woven together -
- John Cowsill — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM, Yellow & Co., 1830 Patton Drive #suite c, Mahomet, IL, 61853. Vicki Peterson of The Bangles! John Cowsill of the Cowsill! Listening Room style show where you experience songs and stories!
- Ordinary Days — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 7:30 PM, The Station Theatre, 223 N. Broadway Ave., Urbana, IL, 61801. What if the most important moments of your life are not the big ones? Ordinary Days is a fully sung, four-person musical about finding beauty in the moments we almost miss. Two unexpected friendships.
- Dawn of the Space Age — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM, William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL, 61821. DAWN OF THE SPACE AGE
From the launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights, be immersed and overwhelmed with this accurat
- Moo-vie Night at the Farm — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM, Prairie Farm, 2202 W. Kirby Ave., Champaign, IL, 61821. Join the Champaign Park District for summer evenings of family fun at Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm! Enjoy concessions, time on the farm, and a family-friendly movie showing under the open sky. It's
- The K-Tels Return — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM, Rose Bowl Tavern, 106 N. Race St., Urbana, IL, 61801. It's been a hot minute and we've missed them dearly, but Kenny Reiss, Mitch Marlow, Jack Brighton = The K-Tel's are back at it at the Rose Bowl Tavern. Rock and Roll done right. On the patio weather p
- Sass Siders — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM, Pour Bros. Craft Taproom, 40 E University Ave, Champaign, IL. 8:00pm-11:00pm
- Baddie Pro Shop: A Midwest Girly Rave — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 9:00 PM, Cowboy Monkey, 6 Taylor St., Champaign, IL, 61820. Cowboy Monkey is swapping out the rods and tacklebox for LEDs and hatpins at this midwest girly rave. They'll be calibrating their low-end frequency sonar to throw one of the best bass showcases at th
- Friday Night Live After Show — Friday, July 31, 2026 at 9:00 PM, Pour Bros. Craft Taproom, 40 E. University Ave., Champaign, IL, 61820. Official Friday Night Live after shows every Friday from 9:00-11:30 PM on the Pour Bros. patio. No cover.
5/29 - Ian Shepherd and Friends
6/5 - AllNighter
6/12 - Tom Grassman Band
6/19 - B-Sides
6/26
- The Little Star That Could — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM, William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL, 61821. THE LITTLE STAR THAT COULD
Journey with Little Star, an average yellow star, in search of planets of his own to protect and warm. Along the way, he meets other stars, learns what makes each star spec
- Dino Academy — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM, Champaign Public Library, 200 West Green Street, Champaign, IL, 61820. Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy!Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventureuncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans.
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- Rabbit Petting Area Open — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM, Prairie Farm, 2202 W. Kirby Avenue, Champaign, IL.
- Cultural Crafts: Resourceful Art — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM, Museum of the Grand Prairie, 950 N. Lombard, Mahomet, IL, 61853. As the summer season wraps up, join us for an engaging craft activity using resources found in the natural environment! Our early ancestors expressed themselves and told stories through art. Some of t
- Saturday Storytime — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM, Barnes and Noble, 65 East Market View Dr., Champaign, IL. Barnes and Noble hosts storytime every Saturday at 11:30am and 1pm.
- Bee Guardian Fairy Garden Workshop — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM, The Hive Honey Beetique, 1828 Patton Dr. Ste 2, Mahomet, IL, 61853. Begin by summoning your fairy companion, aligning her with her own whimsical garden. Shop the Fairy Store to bring the world to life. Then, gather blossoms from the enchanted garden and lay a winding
- FriendShop Bookstore Open — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM, FriendShop Bookstore, Champaign, IL. Visit the Library’s FriendShop Bookstore on the lower level, open Wednesday–Sunday from 1–4 pm.
Bargain books & more! The Friend Shop Bookstore offers more than 20,000 nearly new books, CDs, and mov
- Crystal Lake Park Art Fair 2026 — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, The Lake House In Crystal Lake Park The Lake House In Crystal Lake Park The Lake House In Crystal Lake Park The Lake House In Crystal Lake Park, 206 West Park Street, Urbana, IL, 61801. 40 North and the Urbana Park District are thrilled to announce the 8th Annual Crystal Lake Park Art Fair! Now a two-day event! On August 1 & 2, 2026 from 10am-4pm, Crystal Lake Park will be transforme
- Make and Take Craft — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, The Urbana Free Library, 210 W Green St, Urbana. Do you like crafts and making things?
Head to the children's area at the Urbana Free Library near the beginning of the month to try a new craft. A different children's craft will be available beginni
- Play Group (3-5 yrs) — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Horizon Climbing, 1914 Round Barn Rd., Champaign, IL, 61821. Welcome to Grip Geckos, a play group for pre-k age kids (3-5yrs)! Your little one will enjoy our youth climbing room and meet other kiddos around their same age! Parent supervision is required at all
- Champaign County Fair — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Intersection of Coler and Fairview Ave., Intersection of Coler and Fairview Ave.. Fair food, livestock shows, grandstand events, local talent, family fun, and fair week memories made right here inChampaign County.Saturday, July 25 • Military DaySunday, July 26 • Western D
- 8th Annual Crystal Lake Art Fair — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Crystal Lake Park, 206 W. Park St., Urbana, IL, 61801. On August 1 and 2, 2026 from 10am-4pm, Crystal Lake Park will be transformedwith local and regional art vendors that will set up along the park road next to the large pavilion and the Lake House at Cr
- Setting the Table for 250 Years of American Politics — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Spurlock Museum of World Cultures, 600 S. Gregory St., Urbana, IL, 61801. The 250th anniversary of the United States of America calls for a period of reflection on the nation's history, development, and impact. To perform such national introspection requires an examination
- Unfinished Revolutions: Living Stories of American Rights — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Spurlock Museum of World Cultures, 600 S. Gregory St., Urbana, IL, 61801. Unfinished Revolutions: Living Stories of American Rights exploresthe bold promises of liberty, equality, and justice the United States was founded on. But the path toward fulfilling those ideals has
- Memorias de la Mujer Lotina: Arpilleras, Women, and Coal in Chile Exhibit — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign, IL, 61820. Arpilleras made by women in Chile create counter-narratives ofurban history from women's perspectives and influence historicalpreservation planning and policy.
Exhibition On View
Feb 26, 2026-Sep 5,
- Build-A-Bear Workshop® — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, 1808E Round Barn Rd, Champaign, IL, 61821, Champaign. The Build-A-Bear Workshop at the Girl Scouts of Central Illinois is throwing the ultimate party, and you’re invited to celebrate this bear-y special occasion with us!
Bring a brand-new furry friend t
- Fair Food Week — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM, RegCakes Gluten Free Bakery, 801 N. Dunlap, Savoy, IL, 61874. Celebrate Fair Food Week with RegCakes! From July 28-Aug. 1, they will be bringing classic fair favorites to the bakery, made gluten free. Stop by during business hours all week to try seasonal specia
- Noche Latina — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:00 PM, The Axe Bar, 114 S. Neil St., Champaign, IL, 61820.
- Floral Still-life Watercolor Painting — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10:30 AM, Delight Flower Farm, 1472 County Rd 500 E, Champaign, IL, 61822. Explore the colors and textures of summer on the farm during this watercolor painting workshop, led by instructor Vivian Krishnan. Participants (ages 16+) will learn the fundamentals of painting from
- Dino Academy | A Dinosaur Discovery Show — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM, Champaign Public Library, 200 W Green St, Champaign, IL, 61820. Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy! Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventure uncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans.
- Vegetable Art for All Ages — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM, Urbana Free Library, 210 West Green Street, Urbana, IL, 61801. Drop in after the farmer's market anytime between 11 and noon to make your own beautiful vegetable-themed piece of art from recycled materials.
- Saturday Storytime — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 11:30 AM, Barnes and Noble, 65 E. Marketview Drive, Champaign, IL. Barnes and Noble hosts storytime every Saturday at 11:30am and 1pm.
- Makerspace @ Douglass | Drop-in — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM, Douglass Branch Library, Meeting Room at Douglass Branch, Champaign, IL. Want to create something special? Drop in on the first and third Saturdays of each month from 12–3 pm to explore The Makerspace! Library staff will be available to answer your questions.
Walk-ins w
- Dank Meme Day — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM, Triptych Brewing, 1703 Woodfield Dr., Savoy, IL, 61874. Join Triptych Brewing for Dank Meme Day featuring:
• Six exclusive Dank Meme-inspired beers on draft• A limited collaboration six pack featuring all five collaborations plus one can of the o
- School Age Open Gym — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 12:30 PM, I-Power School of Gymnastics, 215 S. Staley Rd., Champaign. School Age Open Gym at I-Power School of Gymnastics for ages 5-16
Supervised playtime where participants can play and work on desired skills. No actual instruction is provided. Staff is on hand. Pa
- Preschool Open Gym | Advanced Registration Required — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 12:30 PM, I-Power Preschool Academy, 221 S Staley Ave, Champaign, IL, 61822. Preschool Open Gym for ages 0-5
Supervised playtime where children can play. No actual instruction is provided. Staff is on hand. Parents are required to stay with their child during open gym. Adva
- Ninja Open Gym | Advanced Registration Required — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 12:30 PM, I-Power Ninja Academy, 221 S Staley Ave, Champaign, IL, 61822. I-Power Ninja Open Gym for ages 5-14
Supervised playtime with staff on hand but no instruction is provided. Parents are REQUIRED to stay with their child during open gym. Advance registration is al
- Dawn of The Space Age — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM, William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL, 61821. DAWN OF THE SPACE AGE
From the launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings and privately operated space flights, be immersed and overwhelmed with this accurat
- Minecraft Workshop — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM, Hidden level cyber cafe, 110E university ave Urbana suite i, Urbana, IL, 61802. Minecraft Workshop! Each session runs every Saturday from 2–4PM at Hidden Level Cyber Cafe on University Ave, Urbana-Champaign. Kids will follow along with a structured tutorial and then build it them
- Brewmaster Guided Brewery Tour and Tasting — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM, Riggs Beer Company, 1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana, IL, 61802. Enjoy a guided tour of our production brewery followed by a tasting of all of our beers. Tours are $15 per person. Don't forget to sign up as spaces are limited. Please check in at our tap room bar a
- Saturday Music Matinees — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM, Pour Bros. Craft Taproom, 40 E. University Ave., Champaign, IL, 61820. Saturday matinee sessions 2-5 PM
5/30. Dream Catchers
6/6 . Market St. Beer Festival ft. Spatch, New Riders and Modern Drugs
6/13 . Catlin Crozier
6/20. PBS
6/27. Sass
7/4 . 4th of July - no music
7/
- Local Art Exhibit - Maryam Ghadiri @The Scratching Post — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM, The Scratching Post Cat and Board Game Cafe, 114 E. University Ave., Champaign, IL, 61820. Walk through our cafe and enjoy a collection of local art by Maryam Ghadiri. No admission fee to view the art on the cafe side.
Maryam Ghadiri majored in engineering but has been passionate about art
- Dino Academy — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM, Champaign Public Library, 200 West Green Street, Champaign, IL, 61820. Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy!Led by the quirky and curious Dr. Sarah Tops, this action-packed adventureuncovers fascinating dino facts that will wow even the biggest dino fans.
Fe
- Goat Petting Area Open — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM, Prairie Farm, 2202 W. Kirby Avenue, Champaign, IL.
- Wildwood String Band — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM, Rose Bowl Tavern, 106 N. Race St., Urbana, IL, 61801. Saturday matinee at The Rose Bowl Tavern in downtown Urbana. Never a cover, always a good time with great music and drinks. BYO food! All ages Saturday live music at The Rose Bowl. Fun for the whole f
- End of Summer Block Party — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM, Tolono Public Library District, 111 E Main St, Tolono, IL, 61880. As our Summer Reading Program comes to a close, celebrate Summer as it comes to an end at our First Annual End-of-Summer Block Party. Right in front of the library, part of Main Street will be blocked
- Children — Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 3:30 PM, The Literary, 122 N. Neil St., Champaign, IL, 61820.
Upcoming Garage & Estate Sales
- Moving Estate Sale (Garage Sale) — Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Saturday, August 1, 2026, 4:00 PM, Sandhill Lane near Wendover Place. This will be a FUN sale to shop. We have 2 families that are downsizing! This beautiful ranch home is filled with beautiful quality home decor, furniture appliances, art, and more!
Address will upd
- Open NOW! More Red Dot 60% Electronics Clearance. Also B2G1 on CDs & D (Garage Sale) — Friday, July 31, 2026 – Saturday, August 1, 2026, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 2716 East High Court near Brady Lane. Some folks didn't see my postings 2 weeks ago, thanks to Facebook glitching out and blocking group postings, so I'm running it back again.
Also, buy 2 get 1 free on all CDs, DVDs, and blu-rays!
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- Large garage sale (Garage Sale) — Friday, July 31, 2026 – Saturday, August 1, 2026, 8:00 AM, 4109 Englewood Dr near Kirby and Staley. Men's clothing and shoes, XL, shoe size 12. Ladies plus size clothes, mostly Torrid and Maurice brands, lots of jeans and tops, denim jackets. Rival electric ice cream maker, Keurig coffee maker, lots