The Southern Illinois Tourism Development Office (SITDO) serves 22 counties in the best part of Illinois.
(618) 998-1024, (888) 998-9397
The office serves to stimulate and develop tourism in the following 22 Southern Illinois counties: Alexander, Edwards,Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Lawrence, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Richland, Saline, Union, Wabash, Wayne, White, Williamson. Carbondale, Mount Vernon, Franklin Co., Murphysboro, Du Quoin, Hardin Co.,Southeastern Illinois, Southernmost Illinois and Williamson County.
The Southern Illinois Tourism Development Office is located in the Man-Tra-Con building in the Illinois Centre Mall on the west side of Marion, Illinois. The mailing address is 3000 West DeYoung St, Suite 800-G, Marion IL 62959. The telephone number is (618) 998-1024 and the toll-free number is (888) 998-9397.
The Southern Illinois Tourism Development Office is located in the Man-Tra-Con building in the Illinois Centre Mall on the west side of Marion, Illinois. The mailing address is 3000 West DeYoung St, Suite 800-G, Marion IL 62959. The telephone number is (618) 998-1024 and the toll-free number is (888) 998-9397.
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Upcoming Events
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Racing at the Clay County Speedway near Flora Sat, May 1, 4:00pm 11:30pm Every Saturday evening from April 24th through September 25th. Classes UMP Modified, UMP Street Stock, UMP Hornet. Pits open at 4:00 PM, General Admission opens at 5:00 PM, Hot Laps at 6:30 PM, Races Start at 7:30 PM. Learn more by calling: 618-662-6825 or visiting; http://www.claycountyspeedwayonline.com |
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| Sat - Jul 31 |
Cabela's King Kat Tournament Trail -Metropolis catfish tournament at Fort Massac State Park. Bring your rod and reel and enter to win cash and prizes. A kids tournament will also be held. For more information, visit www.kingkatusa.com or call 270-395-6774. |
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| Sat - Jul 31 |
Racing at the Clay County Speedway near Flora Clay County Speedway - Every Saturday evening from April 24th through September 25th. Classes UMP Modified, UMP Street Stock, UMP Hornet. Pits open at 4:00 PM, General Admission opens at 5:00 PM, Hot Laps at 6:30 PM, Races Start at 7:30 PM. Learn more by calling: 618-662-6825 or visiting; http://www.claycountyspeedwayonline.com |
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| Sat - Jul 31 |
Sangria Saturdays at Lasata Winery Saturday, May 8, 2010 Lasata Winery is located 1 mile north of Westport on IL 33 Lasata will celebrate Sangria Saturdays each Saturday May through September. Stop by for a refreshing cup of our ice cold Sangria and enjoy free snacks! (NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED) For more info call 618-884-1200 or visit our website at: http://www.lasatawines.com/ |
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| Sat - Jul 31 -- Sun - Aug 01 |
CUTTING HORSE SHOW HORSE SHOW ARENA 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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| Tue - Aug 03 |
Carbondale National Night Out The City of Carbondale Police Department invites you to join them for the 27th Annual National Night Out Celebration from 6pm – 9pm. This event is designed to: increase awareness of crime and drug prevention; strengthen the neighborhood spirit and police-community relations; generate support and participation in local anti-crime efforts; and send a message to criminals, letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. The evening provides something for the entire family to enjoy. McGruff the Crime Dog, Sparky the Fire Dog, and other guests are invited to make special appearances. Join your neighbors for evening of education, food, door prizes and entertainment. For further information, call the Carbondale Police Department at 618-457-3200 |
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| Tue - Aug 03 |
Murphysboro- National Night Out National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness. General support for and participation in local anticrime programs. This event is held throughout the United States, U.S. Territories, Canada and military bases worldwide. Games for kids, refreshments. Hosted by the City of Murphysboro. Free Admission For further information , call (618) 684-3522 or see www.murphysboro.com and look Events for detailed information. |
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| Thu - Aug 05 -- Sat - Aug 07 |
Whittington Gun Creek Days Whittington Gun Creek Days is held in downtown Whittington on the old school ballpark featuring a variety of events for the family including country music, dancing, food, crafts, tractor pulls, and horse pulls. Bring lawn chairs, and alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Handicapped accessible. Location: Downtown Whittington on the old school ballpark Phone: 618.629.2190 |
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| Fri - Aug 06 -- Sat - Aug 07 |
Cobden Peach Festival Cobden Peach Festival, Friday and Saturday, August 6 and 7 (first Friday/Saturday in August). Cobden Community Park. Festival featuring parade, carnival, queen contest, food, peach cobbler, and entertainment. |
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| Sat - Aug 07 -- Sun - Aug 08 |
AKC Dog Show- Marion August 7th and 8th 2010- 8:00am Event Time: TBA Admission: TBA Vendors for every dog lover! For more information call: Donna Davison, Show Chair- 618-542-3274 www.craborchardkennelclub.com |
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| Sat - Aug 07 |
Racing at the Clay County Speedway near Flora Sat, May 1, 4:00pm 11:30pm Every Saturday evening from April 24th through September 25th. Classes UMP Modified, UMP Street Stock, UMP Hornet. Pits open at 4:00 PM, General Admission opens at 5:00 PM, Hot Laps at 6:30 PM, Races Start at 7:30 PM. Learn more by calling: 618-662-6825 or visiting; http://www.claycountyspeedwayonline.com |
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| Sat - Aug 07 |
Sangria Saturdays at Lasata Winery Saturday, May 8, 2010 Lasata Winery is located 1 mile north of Westport on IL 33 Lasata will celebrate Sangria Saturdays each Saturday May through September. Stop by for a refreshing cup of our ice cold Sangria and enjoy free snacks! (NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED) For more info call 618-884-1200 or visit our website at: http://www.lasatawines.com/ |
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| Sat - Aug 07 |
Racing at the Clay County Speedway near Flora Clay County Speedway - Every Saturday evening from April 24th through September 25th. Classes UMP Modified, UMP Street Stock, UMP Hornet. Pits open at 4:00 PM, General Admission opens at 5:00 PM, Hot Laps at 6:30 PM, Races Start at 7:30 PM. Learn more by calling: 618-662-6825 or visiting; http://www.claycountyspeedwayonline.com |
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| Thu - Aug 12 -- Sun - Aug 15 |
Christopher Homecoming Carnival and entertainment each night. Sunday night is Christian music night. Car show on Saturday. 5-K run on Saturday. Location: Bill Dennison Park Rt. 14 , Christopher For more information: Call 618-218-1710 |
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| Fri - Aug 13 -- Sat - Aug 14 |
Hardin Co. Heritage Festival-Elizabethtown The Hardin County Heritage Festival is held the second Friday and Saturday in August and celebrates the county’s rich heritage and history. The event includes exceptional period entertainment and activities to fill your weekend including; 1800’s outdoor play, Civil War Reenactment, pageant, quilt show, duck race, area craft and food vendors. Festivities also include a period ball, a Regal Women’s Tea and live entertainment throughout the activities. Events are held in Elizabethtown (Saturday) and at the Hardin County K-12 School located East of Elizabethtown on 146. (Friday night pageant) |
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| Sat - Aug 14 -- Sun - Aug 15 |
IMHOA SPRING FLING HORSE SHOW ARENA 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM Miniature Horse & Pony Show Contact:Ms. Sandy Grabow 815-644-6830 |
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| Sat - Aug 14 |
Racing at the Clay County Speedway near Flora Sat, May 1, 4:00pm 11:30pm Every Saturday evening from April 24th through September 25th. Classes UMP Modified, UMP Street Stock, UMP Hornet. Pits open at 4:00 PM, General Admission opens at 5:00 PM, Hot Laps at 6:30 PM, Races Start at 7:30 PM. Learn more by calling: 618-662-6825 or visiting; http://www.claycountyspeedwayonline.com |
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| Sat - Aug 14 |
Racing at the Clay County Speedway near Flora Clay County Speedway - Every Saturday evening from April 24th through September 25th. Classes UMP Modified, UMP Street Stock, UMP Hornet. Pits open at 4:00 PM, General Admission opens at 5:00 PM, Hot Laps at 6:30 PM, Races Start at 7:30 PM. Learn more by calling: 618-662-6825 or visiting; http://www.claycountyspeedwayonline.com |
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| Sat - Aug 14 |
Sangria Saturdays at Lasata Winery Saturday, May 8, 2010 Lasata Winery is located 1 mile north of Westport on IL 33 Lasata will celebrate Sangria Saturdays each Saturday May through September. Stop by for a refreshing cup of our ice cold Sangria and enjoy free snacks! (NO RESERVATIONS NEEDED) For more info call 618-884-1200 or visit our website at: http://www.lasatawines.com/ |
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| Sat - Aug 14 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Garrison for the Massiac Marines at Fort Massac State Park Garrison for the Massiac Marines on Saturday, August 14, 2010 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the fort at Fort Massac State Park, Metropolis, IL. The French and Indian War period living historians will present displays and interpretive programs on mending, cleaning, and fixing at the French fort. Come see how muskets were cleaned and maintained, tools repaired, clothes mended, and things were fixed or used in a new way. |
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| Wed - Aug 18 -- Sun - Aug 22 |
51st Annual Steam, Gas & Threshing Show-Pinchneyville Annual Steam, Gas & Threshing Show held at the Perry Co. Fairgrounds. Features include antique tractor pulls, ITPA pulls, and Large flea market. Antique Auto Show and swap meet Aug 22nd.Sponsored by The Egyptian Antique Auto Club. |
