Sunset Paddle 
Learn who comes out when the sun goes down as we explore aquatic life of Homer Lake via canoe. Previous canoe experience is required. All equipment will be provided; please bring water to drink and bug spray. Minimum age to participate is 8 years old; an adult must accompany children under 18. $8 per person, or $4 if you bring your own canoe. Space is limited. Registration by phone required: (217) 896-2455. Visit CCFPD's website |
Champaign-Urbana Days
Come experience one of the largest and most exciting event in Champaign. Each year, hundreds of people, young and old come together to celebrate family and reunite in Douglass Park. This event offers live entertainment, great food, children's activities and a senior citizen luncheon. See the event schedule here |
Listen to "Out & About" on 96.1 and 105.9 FM Radio
Every Friday the Champaign County Convention and Visitors Bureau can be heard on "Out & About" on WQQB 96.1 and WGKC 105.9 talking about upcoming events throughout Champaign County. Post your events on our calendar and you just might hear your events on air!
Click here to stream live!
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If you've stopped by our website lately you'll notice some changes in the works. Besides the great new design and look of the site, we've got a lot of new features in the works. Over the next month or so we'll be rolling out some exciting new updates to our site and other projects we've been hard at work on. If you have any feedback, as always, we'd love to hear from you. Like what you see? Let us know. Have suggestions? We like those, too.
Do you know someone who might like to receive our bi-weekly updates? Feel free to forward this newsletter on to them. We like to keep everyone in the know!
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Agronomy Day Returns to UI Campus, August 18
Stop by the Crop Sciences Research & Education Center from 7am-2pm on August 18 and visit the huge blue and orange tent and enjoy the wide variety of interesting, educational exhibits. Chat with company representatives, learn about classes in the University of Illinois' Department of Crop Sciences and put your name in the running for door prizes and much more!
Stop by the outdoor display area to see the latest in farm equipment and technological advances. There will also be a showing of antique farm equipment, courtesy of the I and I Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Club.
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Downtown Festival of the Arts, August 20
Join us for the 8th year of this great festival. Explore the culinary and artistic flavors of the downtown community as you stroll along the streets and view some of the finest works of art from artists across the country. Grab a bite to eat in a downtown restaurant and listen to some eclectic styles of music from around the festival. Bring the whole family to check out the Little Artist Alley and make some great crafts of your own.
Check out all of the fun details here!
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C-U Pridefest is Back!
August 20
Come out, come out wherever you are for the second annual CU Pride Fest, brought to you by the Uniting Pride Center of Champaign County! Check out the vendor and community booths, join in the family friendly activities, enjoy performances, and enter the raffle. Fest is 4pm-9pm, if you\'re over 19 you can get down at after party. Food provided by Piato and Piato Too. MC'd by the heavenly Leiloni Stars. Admission is free, donations accepted.
Learn how you can be a part of this great event!
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Legendary B.B. King Will Perform in Champaign One Night Only, August 23
Get up close and personal with the one and only, the legendary King of the Blues, grammy-winning, hall-of-famer B.B. King! Performing with special guests, Chicago's own Mississippi Heat, B.B. King will perform at the historic Virginia Theatre in Downtown Champaign on Tuesday, August 23. Don't miss your chance for an unforgettable evening! Tickets are available now.
Get your tickets now!
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