Natural beauty combined with world-class events and festivals have earned St. Charles the reputation as the Pride of the Fox. St. Charles offers a variety of events all year long.
Call 630.443.3959 for Details on Events from Four Local Organizations.
Every Wednesday and Friday enjoy live music at STC Live! Local bands perform at different venues from June 2 - August 27. Visit www.stcalliance.org/stclive for more information.
Enjoy fireworks and family fun the 4th of July Celebration at Pottawatomie Park
More information is on the St. Charles Park District website https://www.stcparks.org/july-4th/
Presented by the St. Charles Park District in cooperation with the City of St. Charles and local sponsors. More information: www.stcparks.org
(photo credit: Lu Ren)
This beautiful, shady course along the Fox River is a Boston qualifier. The race begins and ends in St. Charles and you have your choice of three race distances – 26.2 , 20 & 13.1. More at http://www.fv26.com
Event organizers have cancelled the Memorial Day parade due to public health safety recommendations. But they are conducting a Remembrance Ceremony at the Freedom Shrine in St. Charles. Click here for details.
The St. Charles Fine Art Show showcases the original, juried work of over 90 fine artists.
The St. Charles Fine Art Show showcases the original, juried work of over 90 fine artists.
The St. Charles Community Garage Sale is April 23 & 24. Check the Park District website www.stcparks.org for details.
About the Citywide Garage Sale
The City-wide garage sale requires registration. The event raises funds for STC Underground Teen Center. For more information, call the STC Underground teen center at 630-513-4321 or visit stcunderground.com/community-garage-sale/.
St. Patrick’s Celebration is March 13
No Parade this Year
The St. Charles St. Patrick’s Celebration is Saturday, March 13, and will not include a parade. Instead, the St. Charles Business Alliance will host events around town, including a festive Photo Op Area, Roaming Bagpipers, and a Treasure Hunt where families can find Leprechauns. St. Charles businesses also will offer special promotions. Details and a complete schedule of events is at www.stcstpatricksparade.com.
During Restaurant Week 2021, from Feb. 22 - 26, the St. Charles Business Alliance will showcase many restaurants throughout town. Because restaurants in particular have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and state mitigations, this year’s Restaurant Week will be different than years past. Details at www.stcalliance.org/restaurantweek.
St. Charles’ Annual Holiday Homecoming will look very different this year. There is no Electric Christmas Parade and the Lighting of the Lights Ceremony is virtual. There are other fun activities scheduled. For more information visit the St. Charles Business Alliance website.
There are no plans for this event in 2020.
The 35th annual Scarecrow Fest will look very different this year. The St. Charles Business Alliance planned this year’s activities to encourage social distancing, while also supporting local businesses.
Scarecrows entered in the contest will be placed around town and will be paired with local businesses. Stroll along downtown to admire the scarecrows and visit the businesses, which will offer Scarecrow Stroll related deals, specials, and events.
An array of St. Charles venues will be a part of year’s event featuring numerous jazz artists, including Grammy award winning Saxophonist Frank Catalano. Patrons can enjoy jazz music from lunch through the evening, and also visit the many public art installations around the city. Featured this year:
16 Venues
25 Jazz Performances
31 Public Art Attractions
For more information visit www.stcjazzweekend.com. Brought to you by the St. Charles Business Alliance.
