Family events in Charleston, IL

MUMFEST 2026 features a fall themed celebration with plenty of pumpkins, mums, and seasonal floral arrangements. Explore vendors offering shopping opportunities, enjoy live music, and find activities designed for children. Food trucks will be available.

The 2026 Special Olympics Family Festival will take place at Lake Land College with the theme "There's No Place Like SOFF", inspired by The Wizard of Oz and Wicked. The community celebration is supported by First Mid Bank & Trust and Sarah Bush Lincoln and their employees, whose expanded backing helps sustain the event. Organizers will share details on how to register as a general volunteer or Friend-For-A-Day.

A welcoming chess club for young players to practice strategy, learn new techniques, and enjoy friendly matches in a relaxed setting. Recommended for students in grades 2 through 12, and open to all experience levels from first-time players to seasoned competitors. Meetings occur every other week in the program room on the second floor.

This community fundraiser celebrates four years of outreach supporting the homeless population in Coles County. The day features live music, vendor booths, food trucks, a silent auction, Bingo, and activities for children. There will also be a chance to pet and adopt animals from the local animal shelter.