Trip Ideas

 

Experience Champaign-Urbana in a whole new way—discover what truly makes our community brilliant! Whether you’re a first-time visitor, you’ve been here a few times, or you actually live here and just want to explore more of what we offer, our trip ideas and itineraries have you covered with the perfect way to spend an afternoon, a day trip, or a long weekend.

Inspiring itineraries

Here for a sports tournament with downtime between matches? Planning a fun-filled family adventure? Need ideas for the perfect girls’ weekend? Our curated itineraries make exploring easy. Whatever your interests, you’ll find exciting experiences, unforgettable outings, and brilliant moments right here.

Sip, Savor, Shop (and Stroll!) in Downtown Champaign

For Families: Sports & Events Downtime Guide

Ag Experiences for Everyone

Seasonal Checklists

Looking for things to do, places to eat, and just general information on the area? Download our quarterly checklist with helpful hints for the season. Come back every January, April, July, and October for new ideas!

Fall: October–December 2025

Past issues:

2025: January–March 2025 | April–June 2025 | July–September 2025

2024: January–March 2024 | April–June 2024 | July–September 2024 | October–December 2024

 

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