Cultural & International
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
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12:00 - 3:00 pmAsian American Cultural Center/International Education, 1210 W. Nevada St. Urbana
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Friday, July 10, 2026
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12:00 - 1:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignStop by on Fridays for our monthly Talk & Tour! Gain insights about the artwork on view in both special exhibitions and the collection galleries.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
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10:00 am - 12:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignCome join Krannert Art Museum for a sensory-friendly morning of artmaking and art exploration. This sensory-friendly program offers a welcoming, low-stimulation environment for visitors of all ages and abilities. All are welcome, including neurodivergent visitors, individuals with disabilities, and anyone seeking a more relaxed museum experience.
Monday, July 13, 2026
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7:00 - 8:30 pmRamova Theatre (3520 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60609)Ramova Theatre and Japan House proudly present: Nick Offerman - An evening of humor and mirth with just a splash of comedy. Songs and slow talking that should, honestly, fix everything.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
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12:00 - 3:00 pmSiebel Center for Design 1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820 -
1:00 - 3:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign
Join Krannert Art Museum and Family Service of Champaign County for a Creative Aging Art Tour and Memory Café, a guided tour of the museum’s collection for seniors, those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, and care partners, followed by refreshments, artmaking activities, and conversation.
Friday, July 17, 2026
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10:30 am - 12:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, Café Meeting Room
Join us for a chance to get to know Stephanie Smith, the new director of Krannert Art Museum, over coffee, pastries, and conversation. Open to everyone!
Saturday, July 18, 2026
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10:30 - 11:30 amKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignJoin us for a special tour led by Magdalena Novoa, guest curator of Memorias de la Mujer Lotina: Arpilleras, Women, and Coal in Chile (on view through Sep 5). Gain insights into the story behind these incredible works of art and research.
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1:00 - 3:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign
Do you weave, crochet, knit, felt, or embroider? Krannert Art Museum invites you to Knit & Sit! Bring your project and join us for a weaver’s circle in the museum. All ages and experience levels are welcome! A limited amount of yarn and needles will be available—and anyone wanting to learn can receive a simple knitting lesson.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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12:00 - 3:30 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign
Presented in conjunction with Stitching Ecologies: Urbana-Champaign Satellite Crochet Coral Reef, this community crochet gathering invites participants to stitch, create, and connect while learning more about the worldwide Crochet Coral Reef project. All skill levels are welcome—no experience necessary. Materials are provided.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
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12:00 - 3:00 pmGrainger Engineering Library 1301 W Springfield Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
Friday, July 24, 2026
Saturday, July 25, 2026
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1:00 - 3:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign
Join Krannert Art Museum educators and librarians from The Urbana Free Library for Artventures for Kids!—an interactive Saturday program designed for children (ages 5+) with their families and caregivers. Experience the museum in a fun, welcoming way that sparks creativity and curiosity for the whole family. You are welcome to listen, explore, and create together.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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2:00 - 4:00 pmAsian American Cultural Center/International Education, 1210 W. Nevada St. Urbana
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Friday, July 31, 2026
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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11:00 am - 2:00 pmCrystal Lake Park and Boat House, Urbana IL
Thursday, August 6, 2026
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All DayLincoln Hall, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Friday, August 7, 2026
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All DayLincoln Hall, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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12:00 - 1:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign
Stop by on Fridays for our monthly Talk & Tour! Gain insights about the artwork on view in both special exhibitions and the collection galleries.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
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All DayLincoln Hall, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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1:00 - 3:00 pmKrannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., Champaign
Join Krannert Art Museum educators and librarians from The Urbana Free Library for Artventures for Kids!—an interactive Saturday program designed for children (ages 5+) with their families and caregivers. Experience the museum in a fun, welcoming way that sparks creativity and curiosity for the whole family. You are welcome to listen, explore, and create together.
Sunday, August 9, 2026
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All DayLincoln Hall, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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1:00 - 2:30 pmMad Goat Coffee
Join us for a chance to get to know Stephanie Smith, the new director of Krannert Art Museum, over coffee, pastries, and conversation. Open to everyone!
Thursday, August 13, 2026
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1:00 - 2:30 pmElm City Coffee
Join us for a chance to get to know Stephanie Smith, the new director of Krannert Art Museum, over coffee, pastries, and conversation. Open to everyone!
Friday, August 14, 2026
Monday, August 17, 2026
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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3:00 pmBruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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3:00 pmBruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center
Friday, August 21, 2026
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Monday, August 24, 2026
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Friday, August 28, 2026
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12:00 - 1:30 pm306 Coble Hall -
3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign, IL 61820
Monday, August 31, 2026
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4:00 - 5:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Thursday, September 3, 2026
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4:00 - 5:30 pmYMCA Latzer Hall 1001 S. Wright St, ChampaignThe Center for the Study of Global Gender Equity will host its fall reception on September 3rd 4-5:30pm (remarks at 4:30) at YMCA Latzer Hall. RSVP appreciated.
Friday, September 4, 2026
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign, IL 61820
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Friday, September 11, 2026
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1:30 - 3:00 pm306 Coble Hall, 801 S Wright St, Champaign
Monday, September 14, 2026
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5:30 pmSpurlock Museum, Knight Auditorium 600 S Gregory St, Urbana, IL 61801Our Mr. Matsura, a feature documentary film, is the story of photographer Frank Matsura who journeyed from his native Japan to live in rural Washington State in the early 1900s. The film presents a picture of the “frontier” that departs from the existing popular culture narrative and celebrates the singular contribution of a community-building immigrant artist in America.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Friday, September 18, 2026
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1:30 - 3:00 pm306 Coble Hall, 801 S Wright St, Champaign
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, September 25, 2026
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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3:00 - 6:00 pmLincoln Hall - LAS Hub - 702 S Wright St - Urbana IL, 61801
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Friday, October 2, 2026
Monday, October 5, 2026
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Thursday, October 8, 2026
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
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4:00 pmLCLB Lucy Ellis Lounge (1080)
Friday, October 9, 2026
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, October 16, 2026
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, October 23, 2026
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Friday, October 30, 2026
Monday, November 2, 2026
Thursday, November 12, 2026
Monday, November 30, 2026
Thursday, December 3, 2026
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, December 4, 2026
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Thursday, December 10, 2026
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Monday, January 4, 2027
Friday, January 8, 2027
Thursday, January 14, 2027
Thursday, January 21, 2027
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, January 22, 2027
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Monday, January 25, 2027
Thursday, January 28, 2027
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, January 29, 2027
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Thursday, February 4, 2027
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Friday, February 5, 2027
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3:00 - 4:00 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820
Thursday, February 18, 2027
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3:30 - 4:30 pmIllini Union Bookstore Building, fifth floor #514, 807 S Wright St Champaign IL, 61820