We have a long weekend in the coming days and it is about more than a day off school
Families can choose from many events and activities happening this weekend in Champaign-Urbana
Now that we have been in school for a couple of weeks, your kids may be eager for a day off while you are still feeling like treading water to keep up with the new school routine. No matter how you feel about these transition weeks, we know that many families welcome a day off with open arms (and silenced alarms).
But this weekend is about more than a day off school and work. It’s a time to reflect on those who toiled before us and fought for our rights, like the eight-hour workday. This weekend, as you fire up the barbecues and gather with family and friends to send off summer, let’s take a moment to pause and remember why we have this day on our calendar.
Chambanamoms.com thanks Country Arbors for presenting this weekend’s planner.
The Country Arbors Harvest Party is a two day event to kick off the fall season. They will have bands at their nursery both days playing live music as well as food trucks and vendors present as well.
They will have free face painting by Libby for customers, as well as goat visits and goat feeding at the nursery. Giant Mums will be sale, in addition to business as usual (full operation) during this event.
Saturday, September 7
Entertainment – Fuego Latino, The Young & The Fretless and Tom Faux Duo
Food trucks – Pastamania and La Paloma
Vendors – Lucky Moon Pie’s, Delight Flower Farm and Bearly Makin It
Sunday, September 8
Entertainment – Kittens Incorporated and The Merry Travelers
Food trucks – La Paloma and the Sidney Dairy Barn’s Moo Mobile
Vendors – Lucky Moon Pies, Delight Flower Farm, Old Tyme Kettle Corn, Beekeeper Maggie and Bearly Makin It
For more information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
A few events to check out this weekend
Looking for something to do with your family? You’ve come to the right place! Our events calendar aggregates family-friendly events happening in the Champaign-Urbana metro area. We know you’re busy and looking for a bang for your buck, so we put an emphasis on including free and low-cost events that you can plan to attend on the fly. Please note that events are subject to change without notice.
Remember, many sporting events and outdoor activities are subject to change without notice or at the last minute. Check with event organizers when in doubt before heading out to an event.
Thank you to OSF HealthCare for presenting the chambanamoms events calendar. For more information, visit OSF here.
Find the complete chambanamoms.com event calendar by clicking here now.
Friday, August 30, 2024
Dawgapalooza
Time: 4:30 pm - 7:15 pm
MSHS Practice Football Field
Hoopeston National Sweet Corn Festival
Time: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
McFerren Park
Saturday, August 31, 2024
Family Fun Day in Tuscola
Time: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Flesor’s Candy Kitchen
Ultimate Cardboard Boat Regatta at Middle Fork Campground
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Campground, Middle Fork River Forest Preserve
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Opening Day at Hardy's Reindeer Ranch
Time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch
Westville Labor Day Celebration
Time: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Zamberletti Park
Monday, September 2, 2024
Champaign County Labor Day Parade & Celebration
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Downtown Champaign
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts
Krannert Center’s Opening Weekend Party kicks off their 2024-25 season! FREE live performances all weekend, plus food and drink for purchase, workshops, and interactive fun for the whole family. Plenty of free parking in their garage. Join the joy at Krannert Center Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7!
For more information: Website or Facebook
CU Ballet
Perform in CU Ballet’s The Nutcracker at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts this December! Nutcracker auditions for children will be held on Saturday, September 7; boys ages 5-12 and girls ages 5-11. No dancing experience is necessary. Fee to audition is only $10. Be part of our community’s beloved holiday tradition and audition for The Nutcracker.
For more information: Website
SOAR at DG
Calling all circus lovers, gymnasts and dancers — this fall, Defy Gravity is introducing aerial classes for kids through their brand new program, SOAR at DG! SOAR classes are open to beginners ages 8-15 and those who attended our summer circus camps. Each class will cater to individual needs to ensure everyone learns at their own pace.
Students will learn skills on:
- Hammock
- Lyra
- Trapeze
- Silks — NEW!!!
For more information: Website
