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• Blog - Get to Know the Kickapoo Rail Trail

  Before heading out to explore the Kickapoo Rail Trail this spring, get to know a few of the unique aspects that make this feature Outside of Ordinary.

• Blog - Art is Alive Again

  After a long, challenging year, we’re excited to once again celebrate our local arts scene during the Boneyard Arts Festival, hosted by 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council. This annual event, typically held over the University of Illinois Mom’s Weekend in April, was rescheduled f...most.

• Blog - Santa Spotting in Champaign County: Week of Decemb

  Here’s where you can spot Santa in Champaign County this week, December 2nd-8th!

• Blog - Keep It Casual: Laid-Back Options for Champaign-Ur

  Sometimes the best meals are the ones you can enjoy in a hoodie, with friends in tow, fries on the table, and zero pressure to make a night of it. If that’s your ideal, these Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week spots have you covered—great food, good drinks, and plenty of reasons to co... are.

• Blog - Top Spots to Take Your Dad for Dad’s Weekend

  We compiled a short list of top spots to take your Dad for Dad’s Weekend so they can have the best of both worlds: The Pride of being an Illini guardian, and the joy knowing Chambana is full of experiences for every visit!

• Blog - Business Spotlight: Page Roasting Company

  Situated off the beautiful Boneyard Creek Basin, in between campus and downtown Champaign, Page Roasting Company, owned and operated by Erin Erdman, has created a safe and accessible place to enjoy a cup of coffee. How Erin got there is a story of a passion for coffee and the food industry t...ther.

• Blog - What is Plan for Vacation Day?

  Need a recharge, refresh, or just a little getaway? As we #PlanForVacation this week, explore why a trip away can be incredibly beneficial to your mental health!

• 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.

• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 10/21

  Feeling the stress of fitting all the fun fall things into the end of October? We've got you covered.

• Grand Illinois Bike Tour

    To start this list off, we recommend checking out Champaign County Bikes and their great map of bike lanes, paths, and recommended routes here. Below, you will find a collection of recommended local bike trails, forest preserves, parks, bike shops, and restaurants to visit at yo...