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• Blog - Exploring Champaign-Urbana: A Guide to Alumni and

  If you’ve ever spent time in Champaign-Urbana, home to the University of Illinois, you know it’s more than a college town. Beyond the academics and iconic campus landmarks, CU boasts a variety of local haunts that have won the hearts of both students and alumni alike. Whether you’re a ...isit.

• Blog - Mom’s Weekend in the Champaign-Urbana Area

  Mom's Weekend is all about celebrating the amazing moms, mother figures, and guardians who support their students every step of the way. Whether you're here to explore campus, enjoy local dining, getting out into nature, diving into arts and culture, or simply spending quality time together,...yone.

• Blog - Where to buy Local Art in the Champaign-Urbana Are

  Looking to discover authentic, locally made art in the Champaign-Urbana area? Here are some galleries and events where you can purchase creative, one-of-a-kind works—perfect for collectors, gift-givers, or anyone who appreciates the local arts scene!

• America 250 in C-U Area

  Unfinished Revolutions: Living Stories of American Rights March 14 - November 8, 2026 | Spurlock Museum | 600 S. Gregory St. Urbana, IL 61801Our exhibit theme of unfinished revolutions explores the ongoing struggle to define and expand the meaning of freedom in America. From the R...know!

• Blog - Restaurants to try for Hispanic Heritage Month 202

  In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ve compiled a short list of the top restaurants you should try throughout September and October.

• Blog - Back-to-College Eats: Champaign-Urbana’s Must-Tr

  From beloved classics to creative new spots, our community offers flavors for every craving. Below, a guide to some of the restaurants that help make CU one of the Midwest’s best food towns, according to Midwest Living.

• Blog - Illinois Road Trip Round-Up — Public Gardens

• Blog - Art Lives Here

  As you traverse the community, it becomes immediately clear that arts and culture are an integral part of the Champaign County area’s landscape. From public art to museums to events, local and national talent is on display all around you to discover. Here’s our top recommendations for in...area.

• Blog - Tuesday Trails with Terri: Boneyard Basin & Greenw

  Terri heads to Midtown and the Boneyard Basin on this sunny, but chilly day, to check out the views and see how it easy it is to get to Campustown.

• Blog - Gifting Award-Winning Flavor in Champaign County

  If you're trying to figure out what to give someone this holiday season, then consider gifting award-winning flavors, foods, and more from the greater Champaign County area.