Events in Belleville today

Shattered Crystal’s weekly gathering at St. John United Church of Christ features a potluck taco night alongside the group’s regular activities. Activities include heavy practice, rapier practice, and A&S. If you need to borrow equipment for heavy or rapier, email the marshals in advance so they know what to bring at shatteredcrystal.marshal@midrealm.org for heavy and shatteredcrystal.rapier@midrealm.org for rapier. Further details about the A&S portion will be shared soon.

Line dance lessons at Silver Creek Sports & Social in Belleville welcome participants of all ages and experience levels. The evening starts with beginner friendly instruction, then builds to more challenging dances ranging from Improver to Advanced, with a short open dance period to wrap up. Music spans a wide mix of genres, not just country. Admission is $5 per person at the door, payable in cash or via Venmo. Organizers advise watching their Facebook page for possible cancellations related to weather, holidays, or venue events. Food and drinks are available for purchase, and supporting the host venue is appreciated.

Wings Of Shiloh hosts karaoke with plenty of music, along with food and cold drinks, all in a welcoming setting made for a good time.

Breakfast & Business (BNB) brings local professionals and small business owners together in a relaxed, structured setting to build relationships and grow through word of mouth. The group meets twice each month, typically on the second and fourth Wednesday, with a shift to the first and third Wednesday in November and December. Visitors are welcome. The format includes time to mingle, quick 30 second introductions from attendees, a spotlight on one member’s business, and a dedicated segment for sharing referrals. Only one representative per industry holds a seat, the focus stays on relationship building rather than sales pitches, and regular participation supports genuine referral activity. Bring business cards to make connections, and there is no obligation beyond a visit. You can reach out ahead of time to confirm whether a seat for your industry is available.

Chess players of every age and experience level are welcome at this free weekly club hosted by Green Root Gallery and Belleville Books. Meetings alternate between the bookstore and the gallery. To register or ask questions, call Belleville Books at 618-744-READ (7323) or Green Root Gallery at 618-510-9116.

Settle in on the front lawn of the Collinsville Blum House for a free outdoor concert as part of the Tunes at Blum series. This edition features Scott & Carrie Joy Acoustic. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and feel free to pack a picnic supper, snacks, and a cooler. Please avoid glass containers.

This free weekly pop culture trivia night is presented by Chill Trivia Company. Expect questions on fan-favorite television, blockbuster films, popular music, and celebrity and entertainment headlines. Participants test their fandom knowledge and compete for bragging rights, with the chance of a few fun surprises.

Downtown O'Fallon hosts the third annual Hot Rods For Hope Car Glow. Registration is open and organizers are currently lining up sponsors. The event features an on-site appearance from AD Rowntree of the KSHE 95 Morning Show and live music from the Scott Keller Band. Proceeds support Glow For Hope.

At The Weingarten in Belleville, Illinois, this monthly gathering features dance lessons along with plenty of time for open dancing. Food trucks will be on site, and sangria will be available.

Syberg's (O'Fallon) hosts a returning acoustic performance from an artist who calls this venue a favorite. Guests can enjoy live acoustic music alongside tasty food, cold drinks, and a welcoming crowd, creating a relaxed, music-filled atmosphere.

Roaming Home returns to Rachel’s SideBar with a high-energy show that brings the heat. Attendees can expect a spirited performance from start to finish.

The 10th anniversary of the Belleville Main Street Marathon highlights a milestone year, with the Half Marathon carrying the Road Runners Club of America Illinois State Championship designation. Participants run America’s longest Main Street through historic Belleville, Illinois, with additional city roads on both courses. The full marathon is a USTAF-certified Boston Marathon qualifier and includes about ten miles on a paved trail. Anniversary perks include bonus swag, and the first 900 registrants receive a pair of Goodr sunglasses. All registrants receive an everything T-shirt and a finisher’s medal. After the finish, celebrations feature pizza from Bennie’s Pizza Pub, assorted snacks, a special beer from Belleville’s Shoehorn Brewing for those ages 21 and older, and a DJ to keep the atmosphere festive. This nonprofit event is organized by volunteers from the Belleville Running Club and Toolen’s Running Start, with proceeds reinvested in the community, including support for a local food pantry, the Belleville Parks and Recreation Department, and a college scholarship fund for Belleville high school students. From the 2025 race, $20,000 was donated to these causes.

Mason’s Mission Color Run brings the community together at Freeburg Park for a family-friendly day of color, music, and purpose to honor Mason’s memory and raise awareness about distracted driving. Participants can take on a 2K color run, with a scenic option along Mason’s Trail, while a live DJ provides music throughout. Highlights include a foam party, a 16-foot water slide, and a rinse station, along with a food truck, photo opportunities, and activities for all ages. Registration includes an event T-shirt. Organized by Mason’s Mission, a local nonprofit dedicated to increasing awareness, encouraging conversation, and helping prevent tragedies related to distracted driving, participation supports this mission and pays tribute to Mason’s legacy.

Darts for Kids marks its 15th anniversary with a $5,000 added darts tournament at Madison County Firemen's Hall, benefiting children with medical needs. The nonprofit has assisted 187 families through community support. Entry to the hall is $25 and includes a Femas-catered dinner, soda, and ten kegs of beer, followed by a cash bar. Pre-registration for morning events is available online. Morning competitions cost $40 per team and include $20 in green fees. These are bring-your-own doubles with $1,000 added to each division. Men’s AA is for players at 32 PPD and above or by known ability, played as 501 and cricket, double in and double out, best of five, with a four-freeze rule. Men’s A covers 26.0 to 31.9 PPD and features 501, cricket, and choice, best of three with the freeze rule. Men’s B is 25.9 PPD and below and plays 501 freeze with $1,000 added. The Women’s open runs as 501 with the freeze rule and $1,000 added. A free youth event is also part of the program. Evening events are limited to players who are no longer in the morning brackets, and participants may enter only one. Options include a blind draw at $15 per player with $5 toward green fees, using 701, cricket, and choice in best-of-three sets on both sides with $500 added, or Mixed Trips that allows one AA player per team at $45 with $10 toward green fees, where women throw first and play 701 open in, open out, best of three on both sides with $500 added. A pre-tournament hosted by Top Shooters takes place in advance of the main day. Community backing includes Gold Sponsors at $250 such as Buckle up for Brooklyn, TopShooters, Westco, Misfitz, Veterans United Foundation, Remax Mike Belovich and Mark Roberts, X1 Elite Streaming, Arachnid, Action Amusement, Accel Entertainment, Booyah Darts, Go 2 Storage, Tony's Trimmings, Diamonds Bistro and Gaming, Boomer Insurance Services, Smile, Micah Panther Brown Golf Scramble, Triple Threat Darts, Tyler Gartside Memorial, KC Darts, Scotty Tarrants Memorial, James Orlandini Foundation, Big Shots, Nine Dart Out, GC Elks Darts, and Main Street Gaming. Silver sponsors at $100 are Stone Plumbing and Granite City Eagles (Mike Schieffer). Memorial tributes at $100 honor Julie Weger, Max Mosley, Randy Nelson, Craig Crawford, Jolene Harshbarger, Linda Anglin "BTD", and Bill and Zach Hudzik. Trophy sponsors at $150 recognize Westco for Men’s AA, Granite City Elks Darts for Men’s A, Big Shots for Men’s B, Jess Thatcher for Women’s, and Westco for Blind Draw and Triples.

Historian and collector Dr. Andrew J. Theising brings a traveling road show and sale of paper ephemera to town. Browse a wide range of old materials, including documents and papers, flyers, programs and pamphlets, maps, cards, letters, and more. Some pieces are signed by dignitaries, cultural icons, and authors. With a focus on St. Louis Metro materials, this showcase offers unusual and unique finds available for purchase.

June's Breakfast + Patio hosts brunch with live music on the patio featuring Richard Carson Jr. Brunch specials are available along with local draft beer, brunch cocktails, and an espresso bar. Counter service is provided. The event is family friendly, and kids and dogs are welcome.

A relaxed chess gathering at Collinsville Memorial Library welcomes families and creates space for friendly games and community connections. New players and seasoned experts are equally welcome, with an emphasis on play and building relationships.

St. John the Baptist Catholic School hosts its third annual Harvest Fest, a friendly celebration of the fall season with BBQ plates, games for all ages, raffle prizes, face painting and activities for kids, and plenty of autumn-themed fun. Open to everyone, this community gathering offers an easy way to connect with friends, family, and neighbors in a relaxed setting. Proceeds support programs and events at St. John the Baptist Catholic School.

R5 brings live music to Pete's Hard Stop to welcome the ber months, pairing familiar favorites with the cozy, cool energy that makes early autumn nights special. A lively dance floor and great company set the tone for a night that kicks off the season.

Part of the 2026 WSIE Music Series, Mississippi Moon performs a tribute to the music of the Doobie Brothers and Michael McDonald at the PressHouse/Herald Square outdoor amphitheater. The St. Louis group includes Dave Farver on sax and vocals, Pete Ruthenberg on keys and vocals, Mark Crowell and Dave Ryan on guitars and vocals, Dennis Stringfield on percussion and vocals, Eric Grossman on bass guitar, and Joe Meyer on drums. A suggested donation of $10 per entrant benefits WSIE 88.7 The Sound.

Vannah Leigh teams up with musician Sam Morgan as a collaborative duo set. Their performance blends Leigh’s original songwriting with cover tunes and close-knit duets, offering a varied showcase of their musical interplay.

Celebrate all things Scrubs with a themed trivia night at Shoehorn. Tackle a total of eight rounds centered on plotlines from the show’s original ABC era, skipping the reboot season entirely. Some questions may also touch on the revival along with the pop culture moments the series is known for. Teams of four to eight can take part. Make it a night out with friends and enjoy what Shoehorn and nearby spots have to offer.