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• Blog - Harvest, Hops, and Hangouts: Riggs Beer Company

  Just outside Urbana, family-owned Riggs Beer Company turns prairie-grown grains into crisp German-style beer—and turns strangers into neighbors.

• Blog - Terri's 42 Reasons for Being Excited about Restaur

  As the 7th Annual Champaign County Area Restaurant Week approaches, Terri shares tips to get the most out of the nine-day celebration, and highlights what is making her excited about this year's event.

• Blog - Soak Up Summer in Champaign-Urbana

  Summer in Champaign-Urbana includes a wealth of experiences waiting to be discovered. While the students are away, come play and see what you’ve been missing. From daily live music to the tantalizing flavors of local delicacies and the boundless outdoor adventures, our brilliant Illinois c...ason.

• Blog - Ebertfest: A Celebration of Cinema in the Champaig

  Each year in the Champaign-Urbana area, cinephiles from around the world gather for a remarkable celebration of film at the Roger Ebert Film Festival. This annual event, also known as Ebertfest, is a tribute to the legendary film critic Roger Ebert and a testament to the enduring power of st...film.

• Blog - Terri’s Restaurant Week Preview

  Terri Reifsteck, Vice President of Marketing & Community Engagement, shares a few of her favorite options for Restaurant Week 2022!

• Blog - Top Places to Spend Time with Animals in the Great

  From exotic animals like Alaskan Reindeer & zebra to cuddly baby goats, here are some places where you can spend time with animals in the Greater Champaign County area!

• Blog - Just Outside CU: Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant

  Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week is a celebration of the incredible food scene all across our communities. Consider this your friendly nudge to add Mahomet, Rantoul, St. Joseph, Paxton, and Monticello to your itinerary.

• Blog - Keep Summer Alive: A Before School Starts Bucket L

  There’s plenty of time to keep summer alive before the kids go back to school, so we’ve compiled a before-school-starts bucket list for kids, including outdoor activities, amazing attractions, and some last-minute fun and games before the bell rings on the 2025-2026 school year.

• Blog - Date Night Done Right: Cozy Spots for Champaign-Ur

  Whether you're planning a first date, celebrating an anniversary, or just need to remember what it's like to eat something that didn't come from your freezer, we've rounded up some of the best date night destinations!

• 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.