We know, it’s not technically fall yet. But you can start thinking fall this weekend all over Champaign-Urbana, if you haven’t already.
Families can choose from many events and activities happening this weekend in Champaign-Urbana
With Labor Day behind us and kids back in school for many weeks now, we’re ready to embrace fall. How about your family? Are you ready to scoop up some mums for your porch, pick some apples off a local tree, or enjoy a fall-themed festival at your leisure? If you answered YES to any of the above, it sounds like you’re ready for a fall full of family fun in Champaign-Urbana and the towns surrounding our community! Click here for everything related to fall fun.
Chambanamoms.com thanks Arcola Broomcorn Festival for presenting this weekend’s planner.
Friday, September 6 – Sunday, September 8
A family-friendly 3 day packed full festival! The National Broom Sweeping Contest kicks off the festival on Friday. HUGE parade on Saturday with the World Famous and Crowd Favorite Lawn Rangers.
On Sunday, don’t miss a FREE performance by Drake Milligan from America’s Got Talent! All weekend long enjoy, food and street vendors, broom making demos in the Broom Tent, rides for the kids and live music in the Beer Pavilion.
For more information: Website or Facebook
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, September 6, 2024
Meadowbrook Park Jazz Walk
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Meadowbrook Park
Halloween at the Harvest Moon: Frightfest Weekend
Time: 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Harvest Moon Twin Drive-in Theatre
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Polar Express Tickets Go On Sale
Time: 8:00 am
Touch a Truck | Piatt County Farm Bureau
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Piatt County Farm Bureau
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Celebrate Grandparents' Day
Time: All Day
Mum Fest
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mariah’s Mums & More
Featured Event – Christie Clinic Presents: I-Power Fall Kickoff | Registration Required
Sunday, September 8, 3 – 5 p.m.
Join chambanamoms and Christie Clinic at I-Power School of Gymnastics for their Fall Kickoff Open Gym on Sunday, September 8, 2024, from 3-5pm!
Enjoy free open gym time in I-Power’s Academy facility, located at 221 S. Staley Rd in Champaign, next door to their Main Gym. Check out the NEW Ninja Gym facilities and the Preschool Gym and Gym-n-Play Preschool Program space!
There will be a food truck or two on-site so you can purchase a bite to eat, plus kids can complete a gymnastics bingo sheet for a prize! Finally, be sure to check out swag from Christie Clinic and chambanamoms!
Thanks to I-Power for hosting us, and to Christie Clinic for sponsoring this event. Thanks also to Top Tier Lessons, who are secondary sponsors of this event! Be sure to check out info on their offerings: one-on-one sports lessons with NCAA student-athletes!
This event is FREE, but families are asked to register in advance for a time slot to play: https://ipowergymnastics.com/birthday-calendar/ (and navigate to the date of the event!)
For more information: Website or Facebook
Country Arbors
Saturday, September 7 and Sunday, September 8
Kick-start fall with Country Arbors Nursery’s Harvest Party! As the leaves start to turn colors, let’s celebrate fall with a day full of fun, community, and all things autumn. At the party, Country Arbors will have their Giant Mums available, a fall favorite for everyone. Enjoy live music, delicious food from local food trucks, and explore a variety of vendors offering unique, handcrafted goods. Libby will be on hand for some artful face painting, and their friendly goats can’t wait to meet you at the feeding station.
Saturday, September 7th’s festivities start at 10 a.m. The food trucks that will be present are Pastamania and La Paloma. The musical acts in order are as follows: Fuego Latino, The Young and the Fretless and Tom Faux Duo. The vendors that will be at the Harvest Party include Lucky Moon Pies, Delight Flower Farm and Bearly Makin’ It.
Sunday, September 8th’s festivities start at 11 a.m. The food truck that will be present on this day is La Paloma. The musical acts in order are as follows: Kittens Incorporated and The Merry Travelers. The vendors that will be at the Harvest Party include Lucky Moon Pies, Sidney Dairy Barn’s Moo Mobile, Old Tyme Kettle Corn, Country Arbor’s beloved beekeeper Maggie, Delight Flower Farm, and Bearly Makin’ It.
It’s a day not to be missed – come celebrate fall at your favorite local nursery this weekend!
For more information: Website, Facebook or Instagram
Save the Date – Christie Clinic Presents the Chambanamoms Kid Zone @ Summer’s End
Friday, September 13, 6-9 p.m.
Celebrate the end of the season with an evening of music, food, and vendors. The Chambanamoms Kid Zone, sponsored by Christie Clinic, will also provide fun for the kids, including crafts, bubbles and lawn games! We’re so excited to be part of this family-favorite event!
This outdoor concert will feature progressive bluegrass from Miles Over Mountains (6 p.m.) and electric-folk band HuDost (7:30 p.m.).
Food will be available to purchase from these food trucks: Moon Bean Coffee, Ice Daddy’s, Diggity Dawgs and Mamma D’s Smokehouse. In addition, the Greenhouse Cafè will be open until 6 p.m.
$5/person or $10/family at the door. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets.
For more information: Website or Facebook
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts
Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7
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
