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• Blog - It's Time to Boneyard

  Each spring, we get a big reminder of how vibrant and talented our arts community is in the greater Champaign-Urbana area thanks to the Boneyard Arts Festival. An event like no other, this festival, happening April 14–16, takes place across over 70 venues countywide, showcasing hundreds of...plan!

• Blog - Staycation, All I Ever Wanted

  Luckily for us, there are a lot of “staycation” opportunities right here in the greater Champaign County area! Here are just a few ideas for a trip right in your own backyard!

• Blog - The Power of Travel: The Road to Recovery

  As we celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week, we reflect on the losses over the past year and look towards the role travel will play in our economic recovery.

• Blog - New Year Celebrations in the Champaign-Urbana Area

  From local cuisine, live entertainment, to arts and crafts and celebrations during the day, here's a glimpse into the vibrant New Years celebrations in the Champaign-Urbana area.

• Blog - Hot Spots to Get Your Art & Music Fix

  Arts & culture are the foundation of the greater Champaign-Urbana area. At every turn, you’ll find public art sculptures, murals, live music, and local art. Spring and summer are the ideal times to get out and enjoy this vibrant scene, with options to explore both indoor and outdoor spaces...isit.

• Blog - 5 Things I enjoy About the Krannert Art Museum

  As the second largest general fine art museum in the state of Illinois, I had to make another stop in light of National Museum Day on the 17th of September.

• Tourism Reaches Record Growth in the Greater Champaign County Area Prior to COVID-19

  Tourism to the greater Champaign County area flourished in 2019 with significant increases in jobs, payroll, state and local tax receipts, and visitor spending. Prior to COVID-19, people continued to discover the benefits of living and working in the greater Champaign County area, while visitors contributed to the economic growth, spending over $448.7 million at hotels, restaurants, shops, attractions and more.

• Hot Rod Power Tour Returns to State Farm Center

  Visit Champaign County is bringing the popular HOT ROD Power Tour back to Champaign County.

• Tourism to the Greater Champaign County Area Contributing to Robust Economic Growth in Illinois

  Illinois is the perfect destination for anyone looking for a new experience – whether it’s an outdoor adventure, a scenic road trip, incredible nightlife, or a family-friendly activity.

• National Travel & Tourism Week Celebrating Positive Change for Community

  Visit Champaign County Foundation will celebrate local people, events, businesses, stakeholders, and partners that help provide opportunity and support workers in travel & tourism.