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Family Fun
Explore family fun activities in Mt. Vernon, IL. We have so much to choose from including the Aquatic Zoo Water Park, Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, Jefferson County Historic Village, pumpkin patches, laser tag, and much more!
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Outdoor Activities
Enjoy a number of outdoor activities form our acclaimed Aquatic Zoo Water Park to a number of golf courses and parks.
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Date Ideas
Enjoy fine dining, music and art venues along with a romantic walk through the Mitchell Art Museum sculpture park.
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Art & History
Explore unique historic sites and museums. Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, Jefferson County Historic Village, Hall of Honor Military Museum, and the historic Appellate Courthouse where Abraham Lincon held many trials.
Upcoming Events
A Magical Mt. Vernon Christmas
Join us beginning at 4:00 pm on Saturday, December 6th in downtown Mt. Vernon for 'A Magical Mt. Vernon' Parade & Activities! Parade begins promptly at 5:00 pm. After the parade stick around to decorate cookies, make a craft, visit Santa's cottage, enjoy hot cocoa & more! This event is free & open to the public.
Interested in breaking out those lights to battle for the best lit parade float trophy? Parade float application can be found HERE. Don't delay!