# Events & Things To Do in Mattoon, IL in August 2026 | AllEvents.in

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in August 2026 in Mattoon, Illinois. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in August 2026 in Mattoon, Illinois.
- **Category**: August
- **Display Name**: Events in August
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Discover all the happening events in August [YEAR] in [CITY] and make it a month of learning and exploration. From art exhibitions to kickass concerts, from yoga workshops to photography masterclass; the list of things to do in [CITY] in August [YEAR] is quite elaborate. Explore from the genres that you find interest in, there will be many events in August in [CITY] to keep you engaged.

## August Events in Mattoon

- **Event Name**: Lake Land College KING OF COLES
  - **Description**: For the FIRST time ever, USAC Midgets visits the oldest micro sprint track in the nation for the Lake Land College King of Coles!!

2 nights of sliders, 2 nights of bangin the #colescush!!!
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  - **Date**: Fri Aug 14 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/lake-land-college-king-of-coles/200029440011710
  - **Venue**: 10743 E County Road 900 N, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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## Trending Events in Mattoon

- **Event Name**: Mattoon Bagelfest 2026: Ready. Set. Bagelfest!
  - **Description**: Join us for Mattoon Bagelfest—a weekend full of live music, delicious food, unique vendors, and family-friendly fun! Don’t miss the entertainment, activities, and all your favorite Bagelfest traditions 🥯🎉
  - **Venue**: 500 Broadway Ave, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: Commencement 2026
  - **Description**: Join in on the celebration of our Lake Land graduates at the 2026 Commencement ceremony Friday, May 15 at 6 p.m. in the Field House.
  - **Venue**: 5001 Lake Land Blvd., Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Mattoon Smelt Fry
  - **Description**: Join Mattoon Sportsman’s Club for our 60th Annual Mattoon Smelt Fry!  Dinner includes Smelt, potato salad, French fries, coleslaw & bread.  We will have beer and soda for sale as well as lots of fun paddle raffles!  See you all there!
  - **Venue**: Community Hall Mattoon
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- **Event Name**: UTL Pro Wrestling's: Mayhem in Mattoon 10! Am. Legion & 4th of July Fundraiser. Doors open at 5pm.
  - **Description**: UTL Entertainment brings the Mayhem back to Mattoon on Saturday, April 4th, 2026 with Mayhem in Mattoon 10: The Last Stand! 

Headlined by: Mattoon's Mason Quinn stepping back in the ring for the first time in many years to fight his longest rival, Mole L
  - **Venue**: Community Hall Mattoon
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- **Event Name**: Fast Laps, Open Hearts
  - **Description**: When the wife, says she wants to promote a race, you drop everything and guide her through promoting a race!! 

This one is SPECIAL for us and I am super proud of her for doing this! So lets make it a BIG ONE!! 

🏁💙FAST LAPS & OPEN HEARTS HITS THE DIR
  - **Venue**: 10743 E County Road 900 N, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: Glo Bingo w/Coles County Council on Aging
  - **Description**: One night. One cause. A whole lotta glow.

GLO Bingo isn’t just a party — it’s one of our biggest fundraisers of the year and it shines because of you. 💜

We believe community isn’t confined to Mon-Fri schedule. It’s built in moments like these.

Join us
  - **Venue**: Mattoon Eagles Club
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- **Event Name**: Wreckless Whiskey @ Tap 45
  - **Description**: We’re fired up to be playing at Defense Depot + Tap 45 for their GRAND OPENING as a brand new entertainment venue and restaurant in Mattoon, IL!!! This venue features an Action Target shooting range, virtual range, golf simulators and a full tap bar and r
  - **Venue**: 2885 E Co Rd 800 N, Mattoon, IL 61938, USA
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- **Event Name**: Mother's Day Vendor Weekend
  - **Description**: Join us for our annual Mother’s Day Vendor Show! 🌷☀️

This spring the Cross County Mall is bringing together the best of our Flea Markets and Gift & Craft Shows to showcase a variety of unique finds for one big weekend!

It’s the perfect place to shop
  - **Venue**: 700 Broadway Ave E. , Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: Cosmic Games Grand Opening Celebration Week!
  - **Description**: 🚀 COSMIC GAMES GRAND OPENING WEEK 🌌
April 15–19

This is it. The start of something special.

We’ve put everything into this new space, and now it’s time to celebrate it with all of you — our Cosmic Family 💜

All week long you can expect:
🎁 Giveaways
🎟️ R
  - **Venue**: 1402 Broadway Ave Suite C , Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Q**: What are the top August events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** Lake Land College KING OF COLES (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at 10743 E County Road 900 N, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938).
- **Q**: How can I find August events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming August events in Mattoon on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for August events in Mattoon?
  - **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 August events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting August events in Mattoon include 10743 E County Road 900 N, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for August events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting August events in Mattoon include Coles County Speedway.
- **Q**: Are there any online August events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many August events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
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