Events in St. Clair County today

An acoustic set makes a welcome return to a favorite spot, blending laid back live music with tasty food, cool drinks, and friendly faces. Settle in for an easygoing evening where the music, the flavors, and the crowd create a feel good vibe.

Take part in a weekly tournament featuring the GUNDAM collectible card game. Entry costs $10.

Take part in a Modern-format Friday Night Magic tournament with up to four rounds. Entry is $10, and each win earns one booster pack or $4 in store credit. Players who finish undefeated receive double the payout.

Enjoy an evening at Copper Fire in Belleville with pinot, pizza, and pasta, paired with a special live performance by SOS.

Gears and Ghouls transforms Dogwood Social House in O'Fallon into a kid-focused Halloween festival with free admission and a full slate of no-cost activities for families. Expect a candy walk through a showcase of festively decorated vehicles, a hands-on petting area featuring friendly animals like the highland cow Mabel, a costume contest with prizes for standout looks, Halloween-themed games for all ages, creative craft stations for take-home keepsakes, and plenty of face painting and custom balloon creations. Event policies are in place to keep things safe and welcoming for everyone. Attendees who are 18 or younger must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21. Costumes should be suitable for all ages and avoid excessive gore, weapons, or violent imagery. Outside food and beverages are not allowed, supporting on-site vendors. Food and drinks are available for purchase, including festival favorites from the Dogwood Food Tent, shaved ice from Kona Ice, sweet-and-salty treats from Washington Kettle Corn Company, and sodas with cream, candy, and syrup mix-ins at the Dirty Soda Tent.

BOO! At The Plex Halloween Skate & Costume Contest brings a festive spin to the ice at McKendree Metro Rec Plex. Costumes are encouraged, and standout looks could be named winners in the costume contest. Expect candy, plenty of skating, and family fun. Everyone is welcome, and no PLEX membership is required.

Celebrate Halloween at Copper Fire with live music from Bloodshot Red, then continue the night with Amberfade later on.

Celebrate Halloween with drink specials, free food, a bonfire, and music from DJ Soles. The evening also features a costume contest with cash prizes for first, second, and third place.

Copper Fire hosts a two-part night of live music, kicking off with Bloodshot Red and followed by Amberfade.

Derek's Closet is hosting a winter coat drive that provides coats at no cost to people who need them. Coats are offered free to those who could use one.

Klose Kuarters brings live music to Copper Fire during Sunday Steak Night. Settle in for a welcoming atmosphere and live tunes that set the mood for the occasion.

Sanctus Winds presents a concert centered on the Christ the King theme, featuring music by Alfred Reed, Frank Tichelli, Gordon Jacob, and others. The performance takes place at Zion Lutheran Church Belleville in Belleville, IL.

Get help with basic technology questions, including assistance with devices, document formatting, and exploring software. Bring a laptop, tablet, smartphone, or another device for support. No registration is required.

Compete in one-on-one rounds of Riftbound, with each match played as best of three. Each player receives a Riftbound pack, and top-performing players win a portion of the store credit.

Enjoy line dance lessons set to a variety of music, with no country-only focus. The evening begins with beginner-friendly instruction, then progresses to more challenging dances, followed by bonus open dancing. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and payment is $5 per person at the door by cash or Venmo. Food and drinks are available for purchase at the venue.

Breakfast & Business is a referral-based networking group for local professionals and small business owners interested in building relationships and growing their businesses through word-of-mouth referrals. Meetings offer open networking, brief introductions, a member business spotlight, and referral sharing in a relaxed, structured setting. The group has one professional per industry seat and focuses on meaningful relationships rather than sales pitches. Visitors are welcome, and there is no commitment required to attend. Bring business cards, and contact the group beforehand to check whether your industry seat is available.

Jerry Albrecht leads a program focused on the maple syrup harvest. Gain insights into this topic during his presentation.

The final session in this year's Grief Resilience Series focuses on the many ways loss shows up and offers supportive ways to navigate it. Participants will engage in grounding techniques and reflective activities, with dedicated time to consider personal insights. The session provides a compassionate setting to explore the experience of grief.

Enjoy a weekly pop culture trivia night hosted by Chill Trivia Company, with questions spanning binge-worthy TV, blockbuster movies, chart-topping music, and celebrity news. Test your fandom knowledge and compete for bragging rights.