# Festivals in Murphysboro | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Murphysboro. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Dale Jones Stand Up Comedy
  - **Description**: With 33 years in the making - Dale accentuates his machine gun style delivery with a healthy dose of animated faces and then combines thatAbout this EventDon't Miss Dale Jones Stand Up Comedy!
  - **Date**: Sat, 20 Jun at 08:30 pm – Sat, 20 Jun at 10:30 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Southpaw Bar & Grill
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## Festivals Events in Murphysboro

- **Event Name**: Big Muddy Monster Brewfest
  - **Description**: The Big Muddy Monster Brewfest Corporation is proud to announce the 16th annual Big Muddy Monster Brewfest on October 3rd at Riverside Park in Murphysboro, IL. A beautiful bounty of craft beers, food trucks, music, games, vendors, and the Big Muddy Mon
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/murphysboro/big-muddy-monster-brewfest/80001374866126
  - **Venue**: Riverside Park
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  - **Categories**: festivals, contests, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Big Muddy Monster Festival 2026
  - **Description**: The Big Muddy Monster Festival returns to historic downtown Murphysboro on June 20th, taking over 13th & Walnut Street for a full day immersed in storytelling, folklore, and Southern Illinois legend. The day is rooted in the infamous Big Muddy Monster
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 197
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Jun 20 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/murphysboro/big-muddy-monster-festival-2026/200029969315125
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro, Illinois
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  - **Categories**: festivals, storytelling, it, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Bill Harper @ Murphysboro Apple Festival Main Stage
  - **Description**: Solo from 4-6pm
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 10
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 04:00 pm – Fri Sep 11 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/murphysboro/bill-harper-murphysboro-apple-festival-main-stage/200030077217656
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro Apple Festival
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## Trending Events in Murphysboro

- **Event Name**: Dale Jones Stand Up Comedy
  - **Description**: With 33 years in the making - Dale accentuates his machine gun style delivery with a healthy dose of animated faces and then combines thatAbout this EventDon't Miss Dale Jones Stand Up Comedy!
  - **Venue**: Southpaw Bar & Grill
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- **Event Name**: Big Muddy Monster Brewfest
  - **Description**: The Big Muddy Monster Brewfest Corporation is proud to announce the 16th annual Big Muddy Monster Brewfest on October 3rd at Riverside Park in Murphysboro, IL. A beautiful bounty of craft beers, food trucks, music, games, vendors, and the Big Muddy Mon
  - **Venue**: Riverside Park
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- **Event Name**: Independence Day Celebration
  - **Description**: Join us for our annual Independence Day Celebration with live music, fireworks, and fun! 

At 6:00pm, the The 90's Kidz will take it away, playing all your favorite 90s hits! Get ready to dance and sing before the big fireworks show at approximately 9:00p
  - **Venue**: Riverside Park Bandshell
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- **Event Name**: BLOCK PARTY w/ Ivas John Band
  - **Description**: You know you love him. 

So come on out!
The 2026 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 continues 
Friday, June 19th with Ivas John Band!

the details:

𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰
It's a blues thing.  Ivas John & co. will take the stage for the first of two blues parties 7-10pm!
  - **Venue**: 1105 Chestnut St, Murphysboro, IL, United States, Illinois 62966
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- **Event Name**: Big Muddy Monster Festival 2026
  - **Description**: The Big Muddy Monster Festival returns to historic downtown Murphysboro on June 20th, taking over 13th & Walnut Street for a full day immersed in storytelling, folklore, and Southern Illinois legend. The day is rooted in the infamous Big Muddy Monster
  - **Venue**: Murphysboro, Illinois
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- **Event Name**: Foam Party at Longfellow Park!
  - **Description**: Join the Murphysboro Park District as we bring "Foam on You" to town for a Foam Party at Longfellow Park! They'll be turning the park into a giant foam-filled playground where kids & families can dance, play, and cool off while enjoying music and tons
  - **Venue**: Longfellow Park
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- **Event Name**: BLOCK PARTY w/ Diamond Dog
  - **Description**: We're back from a short break--
and ready to ROCK!

The 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 continues
Friday, July 17th with Diamond Dog!

the details:

𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰
The legendary Jackson Junction Band will be bringing live country music to Chestnut Street, 7-10pm!

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  - **Venue**: 1105 Chestnut St, Murphysboro, IL, United States, Illinois 62966
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- **Event Name**: BLOCK PARTY w/ The Swamp Tigers
  - **Description**: We're rollin' now. 
The 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 continues 
Friday, July 31st with The Swamp Tigers!


the details:

𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰
The world-famous Rockabilly trio-- 
The Swamp Tigers will play 7-10pm!

𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
BBQ, Gyros, and more from Hamp's Smoke N Q
  - **Venue**: 1105 Chestnut St, Murphysboro, IL, United States, Illinois 62966
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- **Event Name**: BLOCK PARTY w/ Mark Stoffel & friends
  - **Description**: The mandolin master, our Bluegrass at Brews host, is coming the the outdoor stage!

The 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗞 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 continues Friday, August 21st with Mark Stoffel!

the details:

𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰
Mark Stoffel's Kitchen Table Crew will bring some bluegrass to Bloc
  - **Venue**: 1105 Chestnut St, Murphysboro, IL, United States, Illinois 62966
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Big Muddy Monster Brewfest (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 12:00 pm at Riverside Park), Big Muddy Monster Festival 2026 (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am at Murphysboro, Illinois), Bill Harper @ Murphysboro Apple Festival Main Stage (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 04:00 pm at Murphysboro Apple Festival), Dale Jones Stand Up Comedy (Sat, 20 Jun at 08:30 pm at Southpaw Bar & Grill).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Murphysboro this weekend June 19–21, 2026?
  - **A:** Big Muddy Monster Festival 2026 (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am at Murphysboro, Illinois), Dale Jones Stand Up Comedy (Sat, 20 Jun at 08:30 pm at Southpaw Bar & Grill).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Murphysboro in June 2026?
  - **A:** Big Muddy Monster Festival 2026 (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 10:00 am at Murphysboro, Illinois), Dale Jones Stand Up Comedy (Sat, 20 Jun at 08:30 pm at Southpaw Bar & Grill).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Murphysboro on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Murphysboro?
  - **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 Festivals events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Murphysboro include Riverside Park, Murphysboro, Illinois, Murphysboro Apple Festival.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Festivals events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Prices for Festivals events in Murphysboro range from USD 29 to USD 29. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Murphysboro include bobby beerman, Big Muddy Monster Festival, Bill Harper, Singer/Songwriter, Guitarist.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Murphysboro?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Murphysboro.

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