07/27/2024
AUGUST EVENTS!!!
**At the time this magazine went to print, all event times and locations were accurate, but please check event websites for the most current information. Some events may have been postponed or canceled. Utilize your search engine of choice, website or social media platform to learn more about and/or confirm these and other local events.
Fridays and Saturdays through August
Summer Prairie Skies; Phantom of the Universe; Amazing Stargazing
Planetarium, Parkland College; 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign
Come explore the beauty of the summer constellations and learn about the journey through dark matter in space through these summer programs.
Times vary; check website
Cost: $8 for 13 and older; $7 for seniors and Parkland students
https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Planetarium/Events/Calendar
Saturdays through October
Urbana’s Market at the Square
and Vine Streets, downtown Urbana
Enjoy the Urbana Farmer’s Market outdoors, rain or shine, all throughout the summer and early fall with fresh fruits and vegetables from area farms as well as products from local businesses.
7 am to noon
Cost: Free to enter
https://urbanamarket.org/
The last Sunday of every month
Knit at Nite
Literary Books and Bar, 122 N. Neil St., Champaign
If you love to knit, head to The Literary on the last Sunday of every month to meet other knitters and work in the same space.
5 pm to 8 pm
Cost: Free
https://literarybookbar.com/ and scroll to Events
Tuesdays through October 29
Champaign Farmers Market
and Washington, Downtown Champaign
The market returns with fresh fruits and vegetables from area farms as well as products from local small businesses.
3 pm to 6 pm
Cost: Free to enter market
https:// thelandconnection.org/champaign-farmers-market/
Wednesdays
Paint @ Your Pace
Studios, 1207 S. Mattis Ave., #3, Champaign
Bring your art materials or purchase some from the studio in this open studio time that allows you to work on your latest projects in a community environment.
6 pm to 11 pm
Cost: Contact studio
https://www.prismstudiospaint.com/classes
Thursdays and Saturdays at The Literary
Children’s Story Time
Literary, 122 N. Neil St., Champaign
Come to the newest, coolest bookstore in town twice a week for children’s story time where staff share stories and songs by the fireplace.
3:30 pm to 4:10 pm
Cost: Free
https://literarybookbar.com/
Every Friday
Flour & Fire Pizza Co. Food Truck at Triptych Brewing
Brewing, 1703 Woodfield Dr., Savoy
If you love Flour & Fire Pizza Co., here’s your chance to enjoy it in another part of town.
4:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Cost: Prices vary based on individual menu items
https://flourandfirepizza.com/where-were-kneaded
Every Friday in July
Experience the Aurora
Planetarium, Parkland College, 2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign
Spend Fridays learning about how the aurora borealis is formed, what sustains it and where all the beautiful colors come from.
8 pm
Cost: $8 general admission; $7 for students, seniors
https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Planetarium/Events/Calendar
Every Monday
Open Mic Comedy
Club, 708 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana
Join in the fun by listening—or participating!—in this weekly open mic night for aspiring comics.
Door open at 8 pm; show starts at 8:30 pm
Cost: Free to enter; individual drink costs will incur
https://canopyclub.com/open-mic-comedy/
Every Monday
The Urbana Hootenany
Bowl Tavern, 106 N. Race St., # 1, Urbana
Bring your favorite instrument and join other local musicians onstage for a jam session!
8 pm
Cost: Free to participate
https://rosebowltavern.com/ and click on Calendar
Every Wednesday at Rose Bowl Tavern
Trivia Night
Bowl Tavern, 106 N. Race St., # 1, Urbana
Bring your team of six players to compete in five rounds of trivia based on pop culture and heckling skills; prizes are given for first and second place.
7:15 pm sign up; 7:30 pm to 10 pm play
Cost: Free to sign up
https://rosebowltavern.com/ and click on Calendar
July 29 to Aug. 2
Future Mechanics Camp
Family YMCA, 2501 Fields Dr. S., Champaign
For third through eighth graders who want to learn more about mechanics and racing cars, this camp features hands-on activities all with a racing theme.
8:30 am to 11:30 am
Cost: $175 for members; $225 for non-members
https://www.sf-ymca.net/summer-camp
July 29 to Aug. 2
Kindergarten Readiness
Family YMCA, 2501 Fields Dr. S., Champaign
Teachers and therapists have designed this camp to help your hesitant rising kindergartners get ready for the new school year.
8:30 am to 11:30 am
Cost: $145 for members; $195 for non-members
https://www.sf-ymca.net/summer-camp
July 31
Neighborhood Nights 2024 features The Elderly Brothers
Interpretive Center, 2808 S. Race St., Urbana
Bring your blankets, chairs and favorite picnic dinner as you enjoy music by local and area musicians; free popcorn and lemonade provided.
6:30 pm to 8 pm
Cost: Free
https://www.urbanaparks.org/events/neighborhood-nights-2024---ambucs-park/
August 1
The High School of Saint Thomas More Free Football Clinic
Field, The High School of Saint Thomas More, 3901 N. Mattis Ave., Champaign
First through eighth grade football players can enjoy this non-padded event that introduces the fundamentals of the game.
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Cost: Free
https//hs-stm.org
August 2
The High School of Saint Thomas More’s Annual Tim Murphy Memorial Golf Outing & Shindig
of the Woods Golf Course, 405 N Lake of The Woods Rd./Rotary Hill Pavilion, 901 Geranium Dr., Mahomet
In remembrance of late STM golf coach Tim Murphy, this fundraiser benefiting STM's athletic teams is perfect for solo golfers as well as teams.
Morning and afternoon sessions available
Cost: Varies depending on signup
https://www.hs-stm.org/page/golf
*Please register by July 17, 2024
August 2
Yellow and Co. Events presents The Listening Room Show with Dave Fenley
and Co. Events, 604 E. Main St., Mahomet
Dave Fenley returns to Yellow and Co. to entertain CU residents with his “genre-free philosophy” of entertainment.
7:30 pm
Cost: $30 in advance; $35 day of show; $75 VIP
https://yellowandcoevents.com/upcoming-events
August 3
Hooked on Science: Wild Weather with Mr. Science
Public Library, 200 W. Green St., Champaign
Nationally-renowned STEM educator Jason Lindsey, aka “Mr. Science,” will help your budding meteorologists learn about everything from clouds to tornados.
11 am; 1 pm; 3 pm
Cost: Free
https://champaign.org/event/hooked-on-science-wild-weather-with-mr-science-9969005
August 3
Champaign Park District Presents Hessel Park Concerts: New Souls
Park, 1400 Grandview Dr., Champaign
New Souls performs their renditions of some of the most well-loved soul, hip-hop, R&B, and the best of the 1990s in this summer concert series from the Champaign Park District.
8:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Cost: Free
https://champaignparks.org/park-concert-musical-acts-announced/
August 4
Read for the Stars! Summer Finale
Public Library, 200 W. Green St., Champaign
If you’ve been filling out your reading log for the library’s Summer Reading Challenge, this party is for you to come celebrate with other book lovers.
12 pm to 3 pm
Cost: Free
https://champaign.org/event/read-for-the-stars-summer-reading-finale-10421337
August 5 to 9
Babysitting Camp
Family YMCA, 2501 Fields Dr. S., Champaign
If there’s a young person in your family who wants to become a babysitter, this camp will help them learn safety techniques as well as fun activities to do with kids while on the job.
8:30 am to 11:30 am
Cost: $190 for members; $290 for non-members
https://www.sf-ymca.net/summer-camp
August 6; 8-10
The Little Theatre on the Square Theatre for Young Audiences presents The Princess and the Pea
Little Theatre on the Square, 16 E. Harrison St., Sullivan
This charming fairy tale classic is brought to life for youth audiences with area actors showcasing the story of a princess who undergoes a strange test at bedtime.
10:30 am all days
Cost: $14 for adults; $12 for children
https://www.thelittletheatre.org/2023-theatre-for-young-audiences-shows/
August 7; 14
Zoo Improv presents The Summer Training Workshop Series
of I Independent Media Center, 202 S. Broadway Ave., Urbana
If you’ve ever wanted to try improvisational theater, here’s your chance to learn techniques and get tips to loosen up your inner actor.
7 pm to 9 pm
Cost: Pay as you wish
https://www.facebook.com/Zoo.Improv
August 8
The Mahomet Parks and Recreation Department presents Kung Fu Panda 4 (2024)
Park, 703 S E McDougal, Mahomet
Follow Po and his friends in the next chapter of their kung fu training and adventures; featuring the voice talents of Jack Black, Awkwafina, Viola Davis and more.
6 pm to 8 pm
Cost: Free
https://www.mahomet-il.gov/events?id=28259768
August 10
Jeanie B! Live Music for Kids!
Public Library, 200 W. Green St., Champaign
Jeanie B wants kids to get up and move to her fun, upbeat music; sing and dance along, and then learn about the most important topics a kid needs to understand, like kindness, fairness and honesty.
3 pm to 3:45 pm
Cost: Free
https://champaign.org/event/jeanie-b-live-music-for-kids-10111713
August 10
Yellow and Co. Events presents Comedian Mandee McKelvey
and Co. Events, 604 E. Main St., Mahomet
Mandee McKelvey brings her ability to turn tragedy into comedy to CU, having toured successfully across the Midwest and won several awards.
7:30 pm
Cost: $20 in advance; $25 day of show
https://yellowandcoevents.com/upcoming-events
August 12
Mix 94.5 Animation Vacation Movie Series presents Chicken Run (2000)
Virginia Theatre, 203 W. Park Ave., Champaign
From the award-winning DreamWorks studio comes this animated story of an American rooster that lands on a chicken farm in England and teaches the British chickens about gaining independence.
1 pm
Cost: Free
https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=972
August 15 to 25
The Little Theatre on the Square presents Nunsense
Little Theatre on the Square, 16 E. Harrison St., Sullivan
Five nuns do their level best to manage a fundraiser in this funny spoof about food poisoning and a talent show that may just go off the rails.
Times vary
Cost: $42 for general admission; $40 for seniors 62+; $25 for students 22 and under
https://www.thelittletheatre.org/2023-summer-season/
August 16
The Arthouse Film Experience presents The Favourite (2018)
Virginia Theatre, 203 W. Park Ave., Champaign
Olivia Colman plays Queen Anne in the early 18th century dealing with poor health and how she and Lady Sarah shared the responsibility of ruling England between them with no one the wiser.
7 pm
Cost: $7
https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=970
August 18
Full Moon Yoga
Park, 515 Old Timber Rd., Monticello
Reap the benefits of yoga under a sky full of stars in this class that takes advantage of all that nature has to offer.
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Cost: Free but registration required
https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/full-moon-yoga-6-324/
August 22
Champaign Park District presents Jazz in the Park: Chip McNeill & Friends
Park, 3212 Clayton Rd., Champaign
U of I professor and jazz tenor saxophonist Chip McNeill and his group performs in Powell Park as part of the Champaign Park District’s summer jazz concert series.
6 pm to 8 pm
Cost: Free
https://champaignparks.org/park-concert-musical-acts-announced/
August 23 and 24
Mahomet Music Festival
@503 E. Main St., Mahomet
This annual event brings musical acts from around the area as well as vendors and crafters from across CU for two days of end-of-the-summer fun.
Starting at 5 pm on August 23 and at 9 am on August 24
Cost: Free to attend
https://www.mahometmusicfest.com/home
August 24
The News-Gazette Film Series presents It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World (1963)
Virginia Theatre, 203 W. Park Ave., Champaign
In this star-studded film including Spencer Tracy, Milton Berle, Ethel Merman and more, a group of strangers search for a treasure that a dying stranger has buried somewhere in the desert.
1 pm and 7 pm
Cost: $7
https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=973
August 25
Catholic School Scholarship Bowling Tournament
Orchard Lanes,
Holy Cross hosts its first annual scholarship tournament where schools will compete in teams for the chance to win $500; a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and lottery boards will also be available.
Games start at 10 am, 1:30 pm and 4 pm; check-in begins one hour before each game
Cost: $50 per person or $200 per team
https://e.givesmart.com/events/CHP/
August 29
Rewind 92.5 Movie Series presents Back to the Future (1985)
Virginia Theatre, 203 W. Park Ave., Champaign
Relive this cult classic about every-day teenager Marty McFly who ends up traveling back to the 1950s, meeting his parents and trying to figure out how to keep them together so he can go back to 1985.
7 pm
Cost: $7
https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=974
August 31 to September 2
Arthur Cheese Festival
Arthur
Come to this family-friendly event that celebrates all things cheese, including participation in the National Cheese Eating Championships and the International Cheese Curling Championships.
Starting at 9 am on August 31, 10 am on September 1, 9 am on September 2
Cost: Free to attend
https://arthurcheesefestival.com/wpcheese/
