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• Blog - 7 Things you Should Try as a New Student at the Un

  We understand how daunting it can be to get adjusted to the new “home away from home” as a new student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Here is a short list of experiences you should try as you settle-in for your first year!

• 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 - The Great Pumpkin Patch: A Harvest of Color, Creat

  Fifth-generation farmer Mac Condill invites visitors to slow down, wander, and rediscover a sense of curiosity—using pumpkins, squash, and gourds! Rooted in more than 165 years of family farming, the experience blends tradition with creativity at every turn.

• Blog - Celebrate Her Game: Women-Owned Champaign-Urbana A

  On Sunday, February 8, help Sell Out State Farm Center for the Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball game, then keep the energy going by supporting some of our women-owned businesses while you’re here!

• Blog - Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Local Breweries

  Check out some of the best local breweries around the state of Illinois!

• Blog - Five Ways to Enjoy Fall in Champaign-Urbana

  There’s something electric in the air when fall hits in Champaign-Urbana. With the return of University of Illinois students, the atmosphere around the community has an energy that can’t be matched. Fall activities from outdoor hikes to incredible festivals make this Big Ten college town... fun.

• Blog - Illinois Road Trip Round-Up: Geocaching

  Read about geocaching spots all over the state of Illinois!

• Blog - Powering the Community: Black-Owned Businesses to

  Champaign-Urbana is home to a vibrant mix of Black-owned businesses that span food, retail, wellness, and creativity. Each one reflects excellence, community, and love—and together they make our region richer in every sense of the word.

• Blog - 14 Family-Friendly Events for the Month of January

  We have plenty of family-friendly events for the month of January in Champaign County!

• 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!