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• Blog - The Ultimate Guide to the IHSA Wrestling State Fin

  If you're in town for the IHSA State Wrestling finals as a competitor, supporter, or fan of the sport, here are some ways to make Champaign-Urbana home during your visit!

• Blog - Top 8 Ideas for Your Girlfriends’ Getaway

  Sometimes, the best getaway is one with your girlfriends, where you can escape the everyday stresses, let your hair down and explore with your best friends. We’ve assembled our top stops to help you plan an Outside of Ordinary girlfriends’ getaway!

• Blog - Turning Your Tailgate into an Orange & Blue Weeken

  Tailgating is a way of life in Champaign-Urbana, with Fighting Illini Football weekends taking center stage from September–November. The party doesn’t have to stop with game day. Take your orange & blue pride and make a weekend visit on the University of Illinois campus and beyond.

• Blog - 10 Local NYE Events to Ring in the New Year 2022

  From live music to dancing, fanfare or something lowkey—C-U has a variety of options to ring in the New Year!

• Blog - Summer Food and Drink Stops to Explore Outside Cha

  Champaign-Urbana might be the Best Midwest Food Town according to Midwest Living, but good eats and drinks don't stop when you leave C-U.

• Blog - Shop Local 2021: Favorite Stops for Clothes and Ac

  There are so many great options for shopping clothes and accessories in the greater Champaign County area. We have boutiques and name-brand stores, local outlets and so much more!

• Blog - Greener Goods: An Earth Day Experience

  In lieu of Earth Day, I decided to visit Greener Goods—an eco-friendly pop-up shop in Mahomet, Illinois. I admit, I didn’t know much about “sustainability” other than opting out of the plastic bags when I shop at Aldi’s, or drinking out of straw-less cups provided by Starbucks. I a...rong.

• Blog - Six LGBTQIA+ Events to Participate in for Pride Mo

  Drag shows, live music, dancing, face-painting, and so much more—we invite you to check out all of the queer-friendly events the greater Champaign county area has to offer this month.

• Blog - Boneyard Arts Festival: Our Tips to See ALL the Ar

  The Boneyard Arts Festival, presented by 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council, is something entirely Outside of Ordinary. If this is your first time taking part in this event, we’re here to help you learn how to “Boneyard.”

• Blog - Christmas and Christmas Eve Catering Options in Ch

  Check out options for Christmas Eve and Christmas catering options in Champaign County!