# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event 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 Alumni Association's Young Alumni Group is heading to the Little Grassy Get Down on Saturday, October 10 at SIU Touch of Nature.Young alumni can take advantage of an exclusive Saturday Day Pass for just $35 by using the discount code YNGALUM26 when registering.Please note: You may RSVP on this page, but please remember you will still need to purchase a ticket from Touch of Nature here.This pass is good for the entire day, and the Alumni Association will have a tent set up from 3pm-8pm. Throughout that time, please feel free to stop by the tent to relax, enjoy complimentary snacks, and connect with other recent graduates before heading back out to explore everything the festival has to offer.Your Saturday pass includes a full day of activities for all ages, including:Guided bike rides with Ride IllinoisHigh-adventure experiences like the Giant Swing and Rock WallA Kids Instrument Petting Zoo presented by Y'all RockMove & Groove Kids YogaLive music, local vendors, food, and drinks throughout the dayYou'll also find a tattoo pop-up from Neon Tiger, with proceeds benefiting SIU Touch of Nature, plus coffee from Baby Bean Coffee, the bar & grill, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the beautiful setting at Little Grassy Lake.Children ages 15 and under receive free admission, so bring the family with you!  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c53255e0-b2ae-11f1-83aa-952147b8b040-rimg-w529-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/makanda/young-alumni-at-the-little-grassy-get-down/100001994986618680
- **Event Categories**: kids, festivals, music, live-music, health-wellness, trips-adventures, entertainment, nonprofit, pop-ups, yoga, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 5 hours
  - Location: Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Makanda
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
- **lat**: 37.6217638
- **long**: -89.1572271
- **full address**: Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, 1206 Touch of Nature Road, Makanda, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down being held?
  - **A:** Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down takes place on Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, 1206 Touch of Nature Road, Makanda, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down?
  - **A:** Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down is organized by SIU Alumni Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Makanda, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Young Alumni at The Little Grassy Get Down sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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