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Mt. Vernon, Illinois, is rich in art and history. It’s located at the intersection of Interstate 57 & 64 in beautiful Southern Illinois. Enjoy everything from family fun activities to art, music, and much more. Explore our curated trip ideas below.

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Plan Your Stay

Water slides and lazy river from the Aquatic Zoo Waterpark

Enjoy

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!

Family Fun

618 Axe Bar & Grill
Water slides and lazy river from the Aquatic Zoo Waterpark

Aquatic Zoo

C.E Brehm Memorial Public Library

Cedarhurst Center For The Arts

Granada Theatre

Jefferson County Historical Village

King City Games

Marlow's Pumpkin Patch

Nu Bowl Lanes

Party Up Inflatables & More

Pirate Pete's Family Entertainment Center

R & J Tactical Lazer Tag

Rend Lake Recreation Area

RLConfections

Times Square Mall

Veterans Memorial Park

Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area

YMCA

Enjoy

Outdoor Activities

Enjoy a number of outdoor activities form our acclaimed Aquatic Zoo Water Park to a number of golf courses and parks.

See & Do

A.L. Dawson Park
Water slides and lazy river from the Aquatic Zoo Waterpark

Aquatic Zoo

Cedarhurst Center for the Arts

Green Hills Golf Course

Indian Hills Golf Course

Jefferson County Historical Village

Lincoln Park

Marlow's Pumpkin Patch

National Fitness Campaign Court

R & J Tactical Lazer Tag

Rend Lake Recreation Area

The Commons

Veterans Memorial Park

Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area

Enjoy

Date Ideas

Enjoy fine dining, music and art venues along with a romantic walk through the Mitchell Art Museum sculpture park.

See & Do

618 Axe Bar & Grill

Applebee's + IHOP
Water slides and lazy river from the Aquatic Zoo Waterpark

Aquatic Zoo

Cedarhurst Center For The Arts

Chili's Grill & Bar

Cracker Barrel

Double Overtime Grill

El Rancherito Mexican Restaurant

El Torito Mexican Grill

Frosty Mug Bar & Grill

Granada Theatre

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse

Jefferson County Historical Village

Joe’s Pizza & Pasta

La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant

La Fuente Mexican Restaurant

Marlow's Pumpkin Patch

Nu Bowl Lanes

RARE Chop House

Rend Lake Recreation Area

Starbucks (Broadway)

Veterans Memorial Park

Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area

Enjoy

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.

Art & History

Appellate Courthouse

Art in the City

C.E Brehm Memorial Public Library

Cedarhurst Center For The Arts

Hall of Honor and Military Museum

Jefferson County Historical Village

Upcoming Events

  • Friday Night Magic Weekly Play October 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM  Friday Night Magic at King City Games!    Join us every Friday from 6 PM - 9 PM for Friday Night Magic! Whether you're a seasoned planeswalker or just starting your journey, FNM is the perfect place to test your decks, meet fellow players, and have an amazing time.    Casual & Competitive Play Standard, Commander, Draft & More! Great Community & Prizes   Bring your favorite deck and let’s battle it out! See you this Friday at 6 PM!    King City Games Tag your MTG crew & spread the word! #FNM #MTG #FridayNightMagic 
  • A Little Boo & A Movie Too! October 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    Join the NAACP for a Halloween egg hunt and movie night. Enjoy hot dogs, popcorn, refreshment and candy bags for the kids.
  • Woodlawn Haunted Woods October 16, 2026 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    2026 season is here! Will you be able to survive the New World? 
     
    Every Friday and Saturday night in October
     
    • NO SCARE - $10 | 6:30-7:00 PM
    • ALL SCARE - $20 | 7:00 - 11:00 PM
     
    All tickets are available at regular price, fast pass only available online & are limited.
     
    Food will be available with JJ's Family Inspired BBQ! Come and enjoy delicious BBQ and have a frightful night!
     
  • 3rd Saturday Flea Market October 17, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    3rd Saturday Flea Market hosted by Junk N Disorderly Junk & Art Market Times Square Mall, Mt. Vernon, IL | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Indoor Shopping: Flea Market Items Thrift Crafts Farmer's Market Baked Goods Vinyl Albums Junk Art Collectibles and more! 2026 Dates: March 21 April 18 May 16 June 20 July 18 August 15 September 19 October 17 For vendor info email wildflower32@gmail.com or call/text Daphne Reeves at 618-315-1842
  • Blackberry Jam 2026 October 17, 2026 4:00 PM

    This free rock music festival features food trucks, vendors and live music by Harlem Hayfield, Broken Circle, The Bricklayers, Bill Poss & The Useful Tools, Lady Liberty and Lobotomytes. 
  • Autism Society Family Event October 17, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    Join the Autism Society of Southern Illinois for family fun in a welcoming, inclusive environment! Enjoy the barn and play equipment, explore the corn maze and haunted barn, and grab a bite from the food trucks. Each person will also receive one small pumpkin.

    Admission is $5 per person, and families are responsible for their own entry fees. Scholarships are available for families who need assistance. You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

    For information about entry fee assistance, email autismsocietysi@gmail.com.
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