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• Film Vendors

  Discover the perfect filming locations in the Champaign-Urbana area, from urban scenes to rural landscapes. Explore our directory of diverse backdrops within a 30-square-mile radius. Contact us for personalized assistance in finding the ideal spot for your production.

• You're Out Screening

  You're Invited to You're OUT! Local independent film You’re OUT!, distributed by Gravitas Ventures and described by nationally syndicated radio host Steve Dale as “a cross between National Lampoon’s Vacation and The Hangover with a dog he...nbsp;

• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: National Tourism and T

  For National Tourism and Travel Week, we've put together a social media challenge to get you thinking about why Travel Matters!

• Film Location Application

  Filming At Your Location What to Expect As the Champaign-Urbana area continues to grow as a filming destination, the need to grow our locations of film-friendly residences, office spaces, and local businesses is needed. To be better prepared to be considered as a potential film location, p...nbsp;

• Monticello

  Monticello is equally suited to quiet mornings with coffee and full-on family outings.

• Our Communities

    Champaign Where education, innovation, and micro-urban living meet.   Urbana Art, ideas, and green space thrive in Urbana.   Savoy Easy living with easy access—next door to U of I and Willard Airport.   Rantoul Sports-forward and family-friendly...lity.

• Brilliant Spirit Awards

  Brilliant Spirit Awards Nominations are closed for the 2025 Brilliant Spirit Awards.  These celebrate individuals or organizations who have shown innovation, creativity, or collaboration in welcoming visitors and residents to the greater Champaign-Urbana area, including Monticello, Tus...aloma

• CU In Asia Food Trail

  This passport showcases our vast Asian culinary scene, thanks to our diverse population both on and off the University of Illinois campus. Discover flavors from China, Korea, Japan, Cambodia, Vietnam, India, the Philippines, Thailand and Laos at restaurants in the Champaign-Urbana area. Ever...nbsp;

• CU on the Trail

  Get yourself some fresh air, reconnect with nature, and explore the best of the Champaign-Urbana Area, from the scenic bluffs of Lake Shelbyville’s hikes and art-lined paths of Allerton Park & Retreat Center to the celestial Dark Sky Trail at Middle Fork River Forest Preserve and t...nbsp;

• Testimonials & Local Work

  Find out what our filmmakers had to say about working in Champaign County