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• 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 - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 2/17

• Blog - Terri's Tuesday Trails: Lake of the Woods

  A perfect fall Tuesday morning to follow Terri along on her run at Lake of the Woods in Mahomet, where she watched the sunrise over the scenic botanical gardens.

• Blog - The Sounds of C-U

  The saying “the music never stopped” reigns true when it comes to the sounds of the greater Champaign County area. Consider this our entertainment bucket list, compiled with the music lover in mind.

• Blog - Eat Fresh. Eat Local.

  As you approach the greater Champaign County area from any direction, you’ll see miles of farmland overflowing with traditional crops such as corn, soy and wheat. Look harder, and you’ll find dozens of additional farms growing and raising food that sustain us year-round. We enjoy the bou...ents.

• Blog - Bring the Whole Crew: Family- & Group-Friendly Spo

  Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week is back January 30–February 7, and this year’s lineup is stacked with places that are perfect for families, friend groups, and “we need a night out” crews of all kinds.

• Blog - Illini Gameday Must-Haves for Watching From Home

  We can't bring 15,000+ people to your house for the game, but we can utilize some local businesses to recreate some of our favorite elements of watching sports and cheering on our favorite team.

• Blog - First Stops Once Stay-At-Home is Over

  All week, you told us where your first stop would be after Stay-At-Home guidelines are lifted. Here's what you said!

• Blog - Champaign County Valentine's Day Ideas

  From lowkey lovebirds to fun-loving family plans, we have your Valentine's Day ideas covered!

• Blog - 2022 Fourth of July Events in the Champaign County

  If you're eager to make plans for the holiday weekend, then there's good news. Fourth of July events in the Champaign County Area start as early as this weekend! Here's your guide to the major celebrations, parades, and fireworks displays taking place this year.