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• Blog - Inside Allerton's Gardens: 5 Facts You Might Not K

  When you're looking for adventure in your backyard, consider visiting these historic gardens at Allerton Park and Retreat Center.

• ­­Visit Champaign County’s Champaign County Area Restaurant Week Returns for a Takeout Edition

  The annual Champaign County Area Restaurant Week, presented by Visit Champaign County, kicks off this Friday, January 29, 2021 for its fifth year. 28 area restaurants will offer specials during the nine-day celebration, with numerous changes in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Chambana Proud Launched to Foster Community Pride in Greater Champaign-Urbana Area

  Chambana Proud, a joint collaboration with Visit Champaign County, the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation, and You’re Welcome CU, officially launched at ChambanaProud.com to bolster pride among residents of the Illinois area.

• Blog - The 2024 Champaign-Urbana Area Holiday Shop Local

  Here it is: Your ultimate guide to shopping local and making this holiday season a memorable one! Whether you’re splurging or saving, the Champaign-Urbana area’s local shops and festive markets offer an astounding number of gift options to bring joy to your loved ones (you might even wan...lf!).

• Visit Champaign County Celebrates the Power of Travel During National Travel & Tourism Week

  National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), the annual celebration of the contributions and accomplishments of the U.S. travel industry, held May 2–8, 2021, will spotlight the critical role that travel will play in driving economic recovery efforts and building the path forward through the theme “Power of Travel.”

• Blog - It's Back! Urbana's Market at the Square Returns M

  Urbana's Market at the Square returns May 1st and we couldn't be more excited.

• Digital Experience Guide Highlights Community Experiences

  Visit Champaign County unveiled a digital version of their 2020–2021 Champaign County Area Experience Guide on their website. The annual publication, released each August, was reimagined to share the community story amidst a pandemic.

• 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 - 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 August–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 - 2022 Champaign County Shop Local Guide

  Tis’ the season to be out shopping! It’s time to throw on your favorite sweater, some comfy shoes, and get ready to spend your way across the greater Champaign County area!