Lake Jacksonville
2197 New Lake Road, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Fishing
Located three miles south of Jacksonville off Route 267, all the beauty and excitement of the great outdoors awaits you at Lake Jacksonville.
Located three miles south of Jacksonville off Route 267, all the beauty and excitement of the great outdoors awaits you at Lake Jacksonville. This 500-acre man-made lake is filled with bass, bluegill, red-ear sunfish and channel catfish. Lake Jacksonville is the perfect location for boating (boat dock on site), water skiing, fishing, other water activities, and mainly swimming. Camping and trails for walking and biking available.
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Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series 2025
Central Park Plaza • Jul 18 @ 6PM
Join Jacksonville Main Street at Central Park for free music, food trucks, and socializing. Enjoy diverse genres, talented artists, and After Concert Parties. Family-friendly fun!
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River Country Quilt Show
Jacksonville High School • Jul 25 – Jul 26 @ 10AM
Quilters throughout the area exhibit an impressive number of quilts, wall-hangings, antique quilts, and much more.
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Silverada Live at Twisted Tree
Twisted Tree Music Hall • Aug 01 @ 7PM
Silverada. The bold new era of Mike & the Moonpies. Evolving their sound & live show while staying true to their Texas roots. The next chapter…
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