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• Blog - Summer Fun in the Champaign-Urbana Area

  With the weather finally warming up, Champaign-Urbana comes alive with a wealth of experiences. From family-friendly farm fun and vibrant festivals to live music and plenty of outdoor adventures, you'll find that every day brings something new to explore.

• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 11/18

  If you’re getting anxious for the holiday season, you’ll be happy to see a few festive events trickling into our area this week!

• Events - Arthur Home and Garden Expo

  This is the Fall version of the popular Arthur Home & Garden Expo! The Expo will be held October 30-31 at the Otto Center, with show hours from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on Friday and 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday. Food vendors will also be serving delicious options throughout the Expo. Br...!

• Blog - What's 'Plan for Vacation Day'?

  There's a lot that goes into why vacation matters, so let's walk through some of the big things to know about National Plan for Vacation Day.

• Blog - Fall Comfort Items to Find Around Champaign County

  The leaves may be disappearing, but our love for Fall-themed items is still going strong! Here are a few of our favorite seasonal comfort items as we head into the end of Fall!

• Events - Honey & Goat Milk Soap Making: Harvest Garden Text

  In this workshop, we'll celebrate the textures of late summer
  as we create luxurious melt-and-pour soaps infused with the
  nourishing power of honey, nature's golden treasure!
  Using oats, calendula petals, and natural botanicals, you’ll create beautiful
  bars tha...0

• Sip, Savor, Shop, Stroll

  SIP, SAVOR, SHOP (and stroll!) in Downtown Champaign Downtown Champaign offers endless opportunities to experience the local food, drink, and retail scene. Whether you're looking to sip craft cocktails, savor delicious bites, shop for unique finds, or take a leisurely stroll, we’ve go...HERE.

• Blog - Fall Festivals in the Champaign-Urbana Area

  Autumn weekends in the Champaign-Urbana are filled with festivals and events, filling our days with music, food, art, and pride. Check out what’s coming up and make your plans to go to these must-attend events!

• Blog - Looking Ahead: 10 Outside of Ordinary Events in Se

  This time of year, there is an electricity in the air around the greater Champaign County area. Between fall festivals, community event, and arts and culture celebrations, there is so much to do in September!

• Events - Echoes of Home (2024)

  AsiaLENS presents a free screening of the film Echoes of Home,
  featured at the 2025 AAS Film Expo.
  After the film, join us for a Q&A with the filmmaker Mirshad Ghalip.
  
  This documentary explores the Uyghur American Cup,
  the largest event for U...s