Centralia Community Concert and Jazz Bands Concert
The Centralia Community Concert and Jazz Bands are proud to present their Fall Concert, featuring both fine classical and popular big-band jazz selections. Admission is free!
Sarcoma Stomp: Run For Research
Sarcoma Stomp is being held in honor of Bo Arvin. The mission is to carry on the characteristics which made him loved by so many. We intend to preserve his memory of kindness, loyalty, humor, respect, faith and courage by bringing awareness to pediatric cancer as well as the underfunded research for treatment and a cure. All of our fundraising efforts will benefit the Children's Cancer Therapy Developmental Institute (CCTDI) as well as funding scholarships at Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School.
Starting Your Business Seminar + SBDC Office Hours at City of Salem
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
REGISTER ONLINE FOR THE IN-PERSON SEMINAR:
Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
Woman of the Year & Boss of the Year Awards - Centralia Business Professional Women (BPW) at Heritage Woods
Is there a woman in your community that truly makes a difference? Goes above and beyond? Or a boss that uplifts, teaches, and motivates?
Woman of the Year and Boss of the Year applications are now open! Nominations are due by 9/30/25: https://centraliabpw.org/woman-of-the-year-boss-of-the-year-applications/
Awards will be presented on Tuesday, October 21, at Heritage Woods in Centralia, doors open at 5:00pm, ceremony starts at 5:30pm.
Kaskaskia College Community Engagement Lunch - Centralia Chamber Event
The greater Centralia community is invited to join us for a Community Engagement Lunch at the Lifelong Learning Center, Kaskaskia College Main Campus on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, at 12:00PM.
Please RSVP by Thursday, October 16, for accurate catering counts.
Lunch is $20 per person. Catered by Simplysoul with a menu featuring mostaccioli, chicken fettuccine, salad, bread, tea and lemonade.
Downtown Trick or Treat
Mark your calendars! The Downtown Trick or Treat will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 4pm-5pm. More details to will be added when they become available!
Trunk-or-Treat with Centralia Fire Protection District
Celebrate Halloween with Centralia Fire Protection District!
They are hosting a Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 24, from 5:30pm - 8:00pm at their station. Free hotdogs will also be available.
Downtown Falls Festival & Halloween Parade
The Annual Fall Festival and Halloween Parade will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025. More details will be added as they become available.
Monster's Ball at Castle Ridge
The Castle’s Creepiest Night Returns…
Join us if you dare for the FIFTH ANNUAL MONSTER’S BALL — where shadows dance, spirits stir, and the music will wake the dead!
Save the date:
Saturday, November 1st
7PM – Midnight
Summon your ghouls, don your most devilish attire, and prepare for a night dripping in eerie enchantment, bone-rattling beats, and spine-tingling fun.
Ribbon Cutting at Centralia House Restaurant
RePurpose Development, LLC, in partnership with the Centralia Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly renovated Centralia House restaurant on Friday, Nov. 5 at 4:00 PM!
Cocktails and appetizers will be available!
The Grand Opening of the Centralia House will be held Thursday, Nov. 6 at 5:00 PM!
Live Concert with Mac McAnally and Scotty Emerick at Castle Ridge
Tickets on sale at 10:00am on Friday, September 12th!
Visit www.CastleRidgeEvents.com for tickets.
MARGARITAS & MEMORIES is bringing LEGENDS to the lake at Castle Ridge, Saturday Nov. 8 — and you do NOT want to miss this night of stories, songs, and soul!
Mac McAnally — 10x CMA Musician of the Year, Nashville Songwriters HOF, and the man behind hits for Jimmy Buffett, Alabama, Kenny Chesney, Dolly Parton & more!
And Special Guest Scotty Emerick — Grammy-nominated, NSAI Songwriter of the Year, the genius behind Toby Keith anthems like Beer for My Horses, As Good As I Once Was, Whiskey Girl, and so many more.
Two icons. One stage. A night of chart-topping hits, unforgettable memories, and lakeside vibes you’ll be talking about long after the last note.
Tickets will GO FAST — grab yours NOW before they’re gone!
Starting Your Business Seminar + SBDC Office Hours at Centralia Chamber Conference Room
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
REGISTER ONLINE FOR THE IN-PERSON SEMINAR:
Starting Your Small Business in Illinois Live Seminar
https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/40924
Holiday Concert at City Hope Church
Centralia Cultural Society and City Hope Church have teamed up to bring you their Holiday Concert again this year! This event is on December 7, 2025. The exact time and more details will be announced as it becomes available.
11th Annual Fall Bash - Centralia Youth Commission
Join us for a Free, Fun, Family Event at Fairview Park.
Free Cookout, Free Sand Volleyball, Pickle Ball, and Cornhole Tournaments.
Skate Board Demonstration by C-Town Skate Crew.
Ages: 6th Grade to 105 yrs of age.
Bring Your Team Spirit and Team Theme, we’ll be giving out awards!
Grab your Lawn Chairs and come on out to Fairview with us.
Centralia Art & Wine Festival
Centralia Art & Wine Festival 2025 will be held on October 4, 2025. This event is hosted by Centralia Sunshine Project and Centralia Cultural Society. Mark your calendars! More details to come!
Good Morning, Broadway - Centralia Cultural Society Brunch
The Centralia Choral Society performs your favorite Broadway songs while you enjoy a light brunch.
Tickets (including brunch)
$12 - Adults
$10 - Patrons
$ 7 - 12 and under
Walk to End Alzheimer's - South Central IL
Join us for the Walk to End Alzheimer's - South Central Illinois at Kaskaskia College!
Date: 10/4/2025
Registration: 8:30 am
Opening Ceremony: 9:30 am
Walk Starts: 10:00 am
Register for free today at www.alz.org/SCILwalk. Participants who fundraise $100+ before Walk Day will receive the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's T-shirt!
Sponsorship opportunities available! Call or email Walk Manager Joslyn Stone for more information.
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer's Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Address / Location of Event: 27210 College Rd., Centralia, IL 62801, United States
Event Website: http://www.alz.org/SCILWalk
Contact Phone Number: (314) 801-0408
Contact Person: Joslyn Stone
Contact Email: jmstone@alz.org
Boo at the Centralia Historical Museum
Save the Date!
Get ready for a spooky good time at this year’s Boo at the Museum – coming Sunday, September 28th!
Bring the whole family for a night of Halloween fun, fright-free surprises, and community magic in our historic museum setting. Costumes encouraged, smiles guaranteed!
Check out the event on Facebook for movie announcements, activity previews, and all the hauntingly fun details: https://www.facebook.com/events/631570616598850/
Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 28 at 3:00pm— you won’t want to miss it!
Castle Ridge Oktoberfest
Bring on autumn and pull out the lederhosen!
Your favorite Castle is gearing up to host the event of the year this September, at our Annual Oktoberfest!
Show off your skills during our pretzel toss, impress everyone with your strength during our Stein holding challenge, and put on your dapper duds to take home the prize for our best dressed contest (Oktoberfest Style).
Fill your tank and feed your appetite, with our ice cold beer and German fare.
Celebrate lakeside at our yearly soirée, as you enjoy the sounds of the Good Times Polka Band and dance the night away!
SAVE THE DATE & follow our event on Facebook @CastleRidge-Stonewater-III for all of the exciting details to come!
"Downtown Loading…" Chamber Lunch at Chamber Office
Join us for lunch at the Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce office on Wednesday, Sept. 17!
The Chamber staff will present on the rising economic climate of Centralia's Downtown, and the growth we expect to see in the coming years!
Lunch will be catered by Melinda's Coffee + Bistro - Turkey Club, Chips.
Drinks will be available at the Chamber office.
$20 per person.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about what's happening in the heart of our community and why downtowns are important for economic development!
Free Pre-Planning Lunch & Learn Seminar at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home
The Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home is hosting a Free Pre-Planning Brucn and Learn Seminar on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 10:00am until 11:00am to inform the public about pre-planning and arranging their funerals.
Elmwood Speaks at Centralia Cultural Society
There are tickets left for Sunday! Call the Cultural Society’s Main office to see availability or order them online.
Main Office: (618) 532-2951
Elmwood Speaks at Centralia Cultural Society
A few tickets left for Saturday! Call the Cultural Society’s Main office to see availability or order them online.
Main Office: (618) 532-2951
VFW Fall Fest 2025
VFW Fall Fest 2025
All are welcome to come enjoy the fun at the VFW Fall Fest 2025! There will be activities for the whole family, including:
Car/Truck/Motorcycle Show
Raffles
Vendor/Craft Fair (Vendors call or text Matt (618)322-7142)
Live Music
Food and beverages
Save the all-day event: September 13, 2025, from 9:00am – 12:00am
No outside beverages or coolers are allowed.
Bring your own lawn chairs
Elmwood Speaks at Centralia Cultural Society
This is currently a SOLD OUT event for Friday.
Lonnae O’Neal, Author of “Bibb Country” - Centralia Museum Speaker Series
Doors open at 6:45pm with the book talk starting about 7pm.
Lonnae O’Neal is a senior writer for ESPN/Andscape, where she specializes in the intersection of race, sports and culture. She is a two-time winner of the National Association of Black Journalist's Salute to Excellence Award. Prior to her tenure at ESPN/Andscape, Lonnae spent nearly two and half decades as a reporter and columnist for The Washington Post where she won the Society for Features Journalism award for excellence in commentary and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism award for distinguished work in the coverage of race and ethnicity in America. She is an adjunct lecturer at the Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, and she is the author of Bibb Country: Unearthing My Family Secrets of Land, Legacy - and Lettuce and I'm Every Woman, Remixed Stories of Marriage, Motherhood and Work.
Bibb Country: Unearthing My Family Secrets of Land, Legacy – and Lettuce is a deeply personal and fiercely reported exploration of several generations of Lonnae O’Neal’s family, descendants of both enslavers and enslaved, set against the sweep of American history. What began with planting Bibb lettuce seeds in her backyard led Lonnae on a five-year journey all the way back to the antebellum South—revealing ties to the Kentucky Bibb family, a complicated legacy of enslavement, emancipation, and inheritance, and a powerful connection between food, freedom, and identity. In uncovering her own roots, Lonnae transforms the stories we tell—about ourselves, our families, and our nation.
Elmwood Speaks at Centralia Cultural Society
This is currently a SOLD OUT event for Thursday.
Dueling Pianos at Castle Ridge
Due to high demand, Dueling Pianos returns to Castle Ridge.
Experience the ultimate dueling pianos event, featuring Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos.
This highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, September 6th in Centralia, Illinois.
Secure your tickets now to avoid sell-out.
With spirited cocktails, beautiful lakeside views, and adornments built for royalty…this is an event that you do not want to miss!
Doors Open At 6pm
Show Starts At 7pm
Grant Prequalification Training with DCEO
GATA Prequalification Training | Wednesday, September 3 @ 9AM | Register
Pre-Qualification Training – 1st Wednesday of the month 9AM:
This slide presentation will cover Pre-Qualification requirements. Pre-qualification is required of all grantees with the State of Illinois and must be maintained throughout a grant program. To be in pre-qualified status means that all required registrations have been met and an entity is in good standing and able to conduct business with the State of Illinois. Join DCEO’s Technical Support Team as we explain each step in the pre-qualification process and how to get started.
ALSO:
September 17, 2025 – Writing a Grant Application: This training will explain how to complete application documents, how to read a Notice of Funding Opportunity, and how to submit the application package for review.
