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• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 9/16

  Between one of the biggest days of the year in Monticello, a home game for the red hot Parkland Volleyball team, and a unique drone light show from U of I's Aerospace Engineering department, this week is shaping up to be as #OutsideofOrdinary as ever!

• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 11/11

  This week, celebrate our international population in Champaign County, as well as a few #OutsideofOrdinary events to bridge the gap between fall and winter!

• Blog - Take Advantage of These Fun Activities in the Snow

  With tons of snow on the ground and plenty to do, here's how you can have some fun before winter is on its way for the season.

• Blog - Shop Local: Farmers’ Markets in the Champaign-Ur

  Get ready to fill your baskets with the freshest local produce, artisanal goods, and community spirit! Here’s your comprehensive guide to the 2025 farmers market season in Champaign, Urbana, Homer, Mahomet, and Monticello.

• Blog - On the Patio

  There’s something special about dining al fresco with the fresh air and the sunset providing the ambience. Our downtown districts offer hundreds of outdoor seats to enjoy with social distancing, but these iconic patios provide the perfect backdrop for dinner or a drink.

• Blog - 5 Ways to Make Memorial Day Weekend Memorable in C

  There are a lot of fun things to do in the greater Champaign County area, but if you’re short on ideas, here are 5 ways to make Memorial Day weekend memorable in our area!

• New Community Ambassador Program to Welcome New Residents & Recruits

  Chambana Welcome Crew, a new community ambassador program, launched today with the goal of attracting and retaining new residents to Champaign County by creating a welcoming environment and a sense of belonging.

• Experience Passes

  There are so many brilliant spots in the Champaign-Urbana area so we’re making it easier for you to check things off your list! Our free, new passports will reward you for visiting some hidden gems that may be new to you or may already be one of your favorite stops.

• Visit Champaign County Promotes Community Pride through Fall Campaign

  Visit Champaign County is launching a new campaign, “Your Places. Your Spaces. Our Community.” to encourage residents to share their favorite experiences in the area. From restaurants to shops to parks and attractions, the destination management organization is wanting to see and share photos and video directly from area residents.

• Blog - Music in the Air: Great Concerts in Our Area this

  Here’s your guide to catching a live show this weekend! From international touring acts to local favorites, music is in the air this weekend!