# Kids events in Makanda, Today and Upcoming Kids events in Makanda

- **Subtitle**: All Kids events in Makanda, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Makanda like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All Kids events in Makanda, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Makanda like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Makanda

- **Event Name**: Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down
  - **Description**: Join us at the Alumni Association tent at the Little Grassy Get Down on Saturday, October 10th, 2026.About this EventReconnect with fellow Salukis this fall at one of Southern Illinois' favorite outdoor festivals! The SIU
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/makanda/young-alumni-at-the-little-grassy-get-down/100001994986618680
  - **Venue**: Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Kids, Music, Entertainment, Nonprofit, health-wellness, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Little Grassy Get Down
  - **Description**: The Little Grassy Get Down isn't just a music festival — it's the fall getaway you didn't know you needed. Set on Little Grassy Lake at SIU's Touch of Nature, this three-day celebration features Americana and bluegrass music plus guided bike rides, adv
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri Oct 09 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/makanda/little-grassy-get-down/80003155335206
  - **Venue**: Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
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  - **Categories**: festivals, kids, entertainment, music-festivals, parties, music, health-wellness, trips-adventures, yoga
- **Event Name**: Panther’s Rest Fest 2026
  - **Description**: Kick off the fall with music, coffee, and pony rides for the kids at Panther’s Rest Farm and coffee roasters, 20 min south of Marion, 30 min southeast of Carbondale, 50min northwest of Paducah. Free entry. Pony rides $10. Watch coffee get roasted. Ask all
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 42
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/makanda/panthers-rest-fest-2026/200030374564931
  - **Venue**: 255 Mount Hebron Rd, Makanda, IL
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  - **Categories**: festivals, kids

## Trending Events in Makanda

- **Event Name**: 2026 Makanda Vulture Fest
  - **Description**: � Something’s circling over Makanda… and it’s almost time to flock together! The 2026 Makanda Vulture Fest swoops in October 17 & 18 in beautiful Makanda, Illinois. Join us for a weekend full of fall fun, live music, local art, tasty bites, shopping,
  - **Venue**: Downtown Makanda, Makanda, IL, United States, Illinois 62958
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- **Event Name**: Alpaca Farm Days
  - **Description**: FREE family event!

Save the Date:
September 19th and 20th
10am-3pm 


Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch
1335 Hall Church Road 
Makanda Il 62958
Come and meet our friendly alpacas and walk in the pasture with them

Feed cups for $1

Shop the Alpaca barn boutique
  - **Venue**: 1335 Hall Church Road, Makanda, IL
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- **Event Name**: Pirate Fest 2026
  - **Description**: September 19, the Fine and Bawdy Wenches will give their own lascivious answer to that age old question- What will we do with a drunken Sailor?

Feather hills winery will be overrun by lusty wenches and salty rogues, and thus the most glorious pirate fest
  - **Venue**: Feather Hills Vineyard and Winery
- **Event Name**: Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down
  - **Description**: Join us at the Alumni Association tent at the Little Grassy Get Down on Saturday, October 10th, 2026.About this EventReconnect with fellow Salukis this fall at one of Southern Illinois' favorite outdoor festivals! The SIU
  - **Venue**: Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/97573643330ef6d6b032b17f4aeda7d437f0cc8122c769375840ed2554928703-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1785520569
- **Event Name**: 🏆 Club Championship 🏆
  - **Description**: 🏆 The Club Championship is Almost Here! 🏆

It’s time to see who will earn the title of Apple Creek Golf Club Men’s & Women’s Club Champion!

Join us for one of the premier events of the season and compete against fellow members for club bragging right
  - **Venue**: 503 Stone Creek Drive, Makanda, IL
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- **Event Name**: Little Grassy Get Down
  - **Description**: The Little Grassy Get Down isn't just a music festival — it's the fall getaway you didn't know you needed. Set on Little Grassy Lake at SIU's Touch of Nature, this three-day celebration features Americana and bluegrass music plus guided bike rides, adv
  - **Venue**: Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a0c7fd15fdb3.jpg
- **Event Name**: Southern Illinois Honey Festival
  - **Description**: Come to beautiful downtown Makanda on September 19, to enjoy the 2026 Southern Illinois Honey Festival, a free event for the entire family from 10-5.  Come spend a day of fun featuring a Honey Contest, Vendors, Local artists, and much more!  Mark your cal
  - **Venue**: Makanda, Illinois
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- **Event Name**: Haunted Hollow
  - **Description**: Get ready for spooky season!

We are so excited to welcome you back for Haunted Hollow!

This free event is for you, your friends, family, and for everyone looking for a fun, haunted time!

From our Haunted Hayride, Not So Spooky Library, high adventure,
  - **Venue**: 1206 Touch of Nature Rd, Makanda, IL, United States, Illinois 62958
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- **Event Name**: ✨ Glow Golf @ Apple Creek! ✨
  - **Description**: ✨ SAVE THE DATE for one of the COOLEST events of the year!

⛳️ Saturday, September 12th 

🍎 MORE DETAILS TO COME!!
  - **Venue**: 503 Stone Creek Drive , Makanda, IL, United States, Illinois 62958
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Makanda?
  - **A:** Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 03:00 pm at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center), Little Grassy Get Down (Fri Oct 09 2026 at 12:00 pm at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center), Panther’s Rest Fest 2026 (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 12:00 pm at 255 Mount Hebron Rd, Makanda, IL).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Makanda?
  - **A:** Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 03:00 pm at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Makanda?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Makanda on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Makanda?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Makanda?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Makanda include Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, 255 Mount Hebron Rd, Makanda, IL.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Makanda?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Makanda include SIU Alumni Association, Touch of Nature, Panther's Rest Farm and Coffee Roasters.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Makanda?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Makanda.

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