# Events & Things To Do in Mattoon, IL in December 2026

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in december 2026 in Mattoon, Illinois. Discover parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in 2026 in Mattoon, Illinois.
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- **Display Name**: Events in December
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With all the christmassy vibes, the list of December 2026 events in Mattoon only keeps increasing. Check out all the festivals, parties and events happening in Mattoon in December to embrace all the party vibes. Find out all that you are looking for from the curated list of December 2026 events in Mattoon and make the festive vibes count!

## december Events in Mattoon

- **Event Name**: Christmas Movie Night
  - **Description**: Come watch a Christmas movie with us! Doors open at 4:45, movies starts at 5pm.
Popcorn & drinks provided.
Bring your own snacks, drinks, or dinner if you would like!
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 19 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/christmas-movie-night/200030769903937
  - **Venue**: 10 Charleston Ave, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: Children's Christmas Party!
  - **Description**: $5 per Child (all proceeds to be donated to Charity of the Month)
EVERY Child will be able to make a Christmas Craft, enjoy Christmas Cookies, sing Christmas Karaoke and EVERY CHILD WILL RECEIVE A WRAPPED GIFT FROM SANTA CLAUS!!!!!
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 13 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Dec 13 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/childrens-christmas-party/200030744544110
  - **Venue**: 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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  - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Music
- **Event Name**: WINTER BREAK CAMP: Nature's Noon Year
  - **Description**: NATURE’S NOON YEAR
Wednesday, December 30, 9am-3pm
DHNC - Youth (Grades K-5) - $22/M, $28/NM
Registration is Required.
What if animals had their own way of ringing in the New Year? Travel around the world and reveal how different animals might celebrate!
  - **Date**: Wed Dec 30 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed Dec 30 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/winter-break-camp-natures-noon-year/200030769903837
  - **Venue**: 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: Day Trippers Unplugged
  - **Description**: Come join us and rock out with live music from the Day Trippers Unplugged!! 
They play many timeless hits from the Beatles, Tom Petty, Clapton, Stapleton and many more....
Weather permitting they will play outside. 
No cover charge.
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    - Count: 11
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Dec 18 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/day-trippers-unplugged/200030548305043
  - **Venue**: 2009 Western Ave, Mattoon, IL
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  - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Nightmare B4 X-Mas Bash Part I w/ DJ Bubblz N Beatz!
  - **Description**: Ugly Sweater parties are for kids! We rock our Nightmare Before Christmas Gear while shakin our as*#es on the dance floor!
DJ Bubblz N Beatz will be your Host with the Most!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 50
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 08:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/nightmare-b4-x-mas-bash-part-i-w-dj-bubblz-n-beatz/200030744544009
  - **Venue**: 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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  - **Categories**: kids, ugly-christmas-sweater-day, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Nightmare B4 X-Mas Bash Part II w/ iMortal!!!!!!!!!
  - **Description**: Dress the part and win a prize!
Large Jack Skellington Plushies will be on sale, with proceeds going to the Charity of the Month!

iMortal is a ROCKIN Mid-90s to current Nu Metal cover band!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 39
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 19 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mattoon/nightmare-b4-x-mas-bash-part-ii-w-imortal/200029933445928
  - **Venue**: 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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## Trending Events in Mattoon

- **Event Name**: VAMPS: PROFFESIONAL Halloween Themed Drag Show & Drag Bingo!!!!!!
  - **Description**: THEY ARE BAAAAAAAACK!!!!!!!
Sharon Sharealike and her FAB Queen Crew is giving you a Halloween Drag Show that will NEVER forget!!!.
Get Your Tickets at The Speakeasy for $10 each till October 9th, or at the Door for $20.
Ticket Sales Begin September 1st.
  - **Venue**: 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: Pitbike Des Nations XVI
  - **Description**: Pitbike Des Nations XVI is gearing up for another year of exciting racing and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate our sweet 16 with all of the fans and riders! The only information available right now is that we have our dates set and will continue t
  - **Venue**: Central Illinois Motorcycle Club
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- **Event Name**: Joseph Habedank in Mattoon
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Joseph Habedank Experience LIVE at Family Worship Center—This Thursday, October 8, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Joseph Habedank is h
  - **Venue**: Family Worship Center
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- **Event Name**: 🎃 Fall Harvest Market | Story & Grace Co. 🍂
  - **Description**: Come celebrate the fall season with us!
Story & Grace is hosting a Fall Harvest Market that EVERYONE will enjoy!

☕ Sweet Vail Coffee Truck will be on-site with delicious coffee, tea, and Lotus drinks, as well as wraps, snacks, and adult "Lunchables!"
  - **Venue**: 1808 Broadway Ave., Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: 4-H Mars Pet Care Field Trip for Ages 13-18
  - **Description**: 🐾 TEENS 13-18: Explore Careers at Kal Kan Mars Pet Care! 🐾

Have you ever wondered what it takes to produce the food that keeps pets healthy and happy? Join us for an exciting behind-the-scenes field trip to Kal Kan Mars Pet Care and discover the science,
  - **Venue**: Mars Petcare Mattoon Illinois
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- **Event Name**: Tolton: From Slave to Priest | Mattoon Film Screening
  - **Description**: See the remarkable true story of Father Augustine Tolton on the big screen in Mattoon!

Tolton: From Slave to Priest tells the inspiring story of America’s first Black Catholic priest — from his family’s courageous escape from slavery to his historic jour
  - **Venue**: VIP Mattoon 10
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- **Event Name**: HUUUUUGE POP CULTURE Indoor Rummage Sale for Habitat For Humanity
  - **Description**: Funko POP Figures, Action Figures, Collectibles, Toys AND MORE from ALL Your Fav Movies, TV Shows, Video Games and Music!
ALL Items are BRAND NEW (unless marked otherwise) and Priced at NO MORE Than 25% Researched Value!!!
**Proceeds to be donated to our
  - **Venue**: 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Event Name**: Ruben Ramirez live at The Castle
  - **Description**: Ruben Ramirez is a Chicago based comedian and actor who is known for his blue & observational comedy.About this EventRuben Ramirez is a Chicago based comedian and actor who is known for his blue & observational co
  - **Venue**: The Castle
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- **Event Name**: Fall Pop-Up Plant Sale
  - **Description**: FALL POP-UP PLANT SALE
Thursday, October 8th, 4-6pm
Friday, October 9th, 4-6pm

You asked for more plants and we heard you! 
Join us at the Douglas-Hart Nature Center for our Fall Pop-Up Plant Sale, featuring a variety of plants perfect for planting outdo
  - **Venue**: 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938
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- **Q**: What are the top december events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** Christmas Movie Night (Sat Dec 19 2026 at 05:00 pm at 10 Charleston Ave, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938), Children's Christmas Party! (Sun Dec 13 2026 at 01:00 pm at 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938), WINTER BREAK CAMP: Nature's Noon Year (Wed Dec 30 2026 at 09:00 am at 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938), Day Trippers Unplugged (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at 2009 Western Ave, Mattoon, IL), Nightmare B4 X-Mas Bash Part I w/ DJ Bubblz N Beatz! (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 08:30 pm at 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938).
- **Q**: How can I find december events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming december 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 december 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 december events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting december events in Mattoon include 10 Charleston Ave, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938, 1501 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938, 2204 Dewitt Ave E, Mattoon, IL, United States, Illinois 61938.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for december events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting december events in Mattoon include First Presbyterian Church - Mattoon, Illinois, The Speakeasy Club, Lounge & Event Center, Douglas-Hart Nature Center.
- **Q**: Are there any online december events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many december 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 december events in Mattoon?
  - **A:** Follow the december category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new december events are listed in Mattoon.

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