Carbondale Tourism

06/27/2023

Hello all,

We will be closing our doors on June 30th. We appreciate the love and support all the local businesses and our community has shown us throughout the years. We couldn't have done it without your help.

06/21/2023

Grab your lawn chairs and blankets because the 44th Annual Sunset Concert Summer Series starts tomorrow, June 22nd, at 7 pm on the steps of Shryock Auditorium at SIUC! 🎤✨
You won't want to miss this year's lineup!

June 22- Skylar Rodgers, Shryock
June 29- Chain Station, Turley Park
July 6- Taylor Steele and the Love Preachers, Shryock
July 13- The Mighty Pines, Washington Street, and IL 13
July 20- Brandon Santini, Turley Park
July 27- The Ark Band, Shryock

Fun and free concerts for all music lovers!

For more info: https://www.wsiu.org/community-updates/2023-06-02/sius-sunset-concerts-begin-june-22-in-carbondale?fbclid=IwAR0ewUxipaWcQbi_Np0IwuOa7sK1MNNc9UC04KWuENO22tEp04NYUxaWnXI

06/06/2023

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all participants of the Southern Illinois Goose Chase!

The primary objective of the game was to assist small businesses in enhancing their brand awareness and driving traffic to their websites or physical stores.

We sincerely hope that as a participant, you discovered new businesses and tried out exciting new experiences. This event has been a tremendous learning opportunity for us, and we truly value the overwhelming support and valuable feedback we received. A big thank you goes out to all the businesses that participated! We would also like to thank the talent at the SIU Small Business Development Center for their time and effort in making this a successful event!
Without further ado, here is the list of winners:

1st place: yacthyyach
2nd place: DianeAxsmom
3rd place: daenergymon

Drawing winners:
aWiselildevil
unbeltedllama33
heatherkj
deb-barnett
missm23
SelkieSon
lethal5th
babymd1
Tammy
junebug
amy.pfeilschifter
iTomHarness
al09
adams414
ladyreptar

Winners, you have until June 16th to pick up your prize at the Carbondale Tourism office.
If you have any questions please contact the office at 618-529-4451 or email at [email protected]

New Kahala
Heather's Bakeshop & More
Muddy Roots Collective
Giant City Lodge
The Downtown Dip
Fired Up Jellies and Jams
LilyAuna Mercantile
The JAY Effect
The Iron Whisk
SIU Small Business Development Center
Flabby Daddy Dip's
Neighborhood Co-op Grocery
Bucky Fuller Dome Home
Cold Blooded Coffee Co.
Castle Perilous Games & Books
Backwoods Axe Throwing
Aimee Wigfall Photography
Cristaudo's
Mikes Music
Quatro's Deep Pan Pizza
Kinley Jewelry
Two Bugs and a Bean Children's Resale Boutique
Wine Trail Mercantile
5 T’s Custom Creations
40 Below Joe
The Science Center, Carbondale IL
Thunderwormco

06/01/2023

Happy Pride Month!🌈

Pride in Action, Southern IL is hosting the Southern Illinois PrideFest 2023 in Carbondale!

Activities include:
Friday, June 9th - opening Reception
Varsity Center, 5:30pm with reading by author Rafael Frumkin, 7pm and "Mother Loose's Bedtime Stories" Drag Reading (ages 18+), 8:30 pm - FREE ADMISSION (donations and tips welcome)

Saturday, June 10th - Festival - FREE ADMISSION
March and Cruise, 10 am,
Festival 12-5 pm, Washington St. Venue
Saturday Night Concert, Hangar 9: Doors open at 8; show at 9pm, featuring Brian Justin Crum, $15

Sunday, June 11 - Closing
Affirming Worship ceremony, 11am, Church of the Good Shepherd
PK's Drag Brunch, 11am - 3pm

For more info: https://illinoiseagle.com/2023/05/30/southern-illinois-pridefest-on-weekend-of-june-9/?fbclid=IwAR0_IUUD3_-If4ahIAlvnn7cG2jiS-3hfXdRRVlWx8Eoxj6rs-U_DcU80L4

Come out and celebrate Pride Month in Southern Illinois! 😍🥳

05/30/2023

POINTS. POINTS. POINTS.
2 more days!! Get those points up to win amazing prizes. Let us know how many points you have in the comments!

05/29/2023

3 MORE DAYS!!!
Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸 Here are some easy points for you to earn today🪿📲

05/28/2023

4 more days!!! Get chasing southern Illinois and earn points for a chance to win some amazing prizes 🙌🏼

05/28/2023

The end is near! Make sure to rack up those points to win amazing prizes!!

Here are some missions you can complete to earn points. Download the Goose chase app to play🪿📲

05/25/2023

This is your chance at 100 pts!

Where in Southern Illinois are there big white goose tracks painted on the road? 🪿

Download the Goose Chase app to participate in the Goose Chase!

05/24/2023

Do the mission. Earn Points. Win Prizes.

Here’s a sneak peak into some of our prizes:
Gift Cards to New Kahala, Neighborhood Co-op Grocery, and many more!

05/23/2023

New Missions have been released! Hop in on this Goose Chase for a chance to win great prizes

05/21/2023

Let’s go on a wild Goose Chase! The winners get a prize worth up to $300 AND entered into a drawing.

Download the FREE Goose Chase App now to start these exciting missions!

Name - Southern Illinois Goose Chase
Join code: BD5E4X
Password: shopsoil
1. Download the Goosechase iOS or Android app.
2. Log in. New to Goosechase? Sign up for an account or play as a guest.
3. Search for this Experience by code BD5E4X and then enter the SHOPSOIL Once you find your Experience, click Let's Go!
4. Create your player profile.
5. Lastly, set yourself apart with a name and photo and click Save

Come join the fun and help support local businesses throughout Southern Illinois!

05/20/2023

Its on. Have you been in on this… it's not too late to start! Download the Goose Chase app today 🪿

05/19/2023

Duck… Duck… GOOSE! Now go download the Goose Chase app for a chance to win great prizes

05/18/2023

Lets get competitive Southern Illinois!! Download the Goose Chase app today for a chance to enter a raffle and win great prizes!

05/17/2023

Pssst… I think you dropped this note 🪿📝 Download the Goose Chase app today to start the Goose Chase in Southern Illinois!!

05/15/2023

Want to go on a wild Goose Chase where the winners get a prize worth up to $300 AND entered into a drawing??

Download the FREE Goose Chase App now to start these exciting missions!

Name - Southern Illinois Goose Chase
Join code: BD5E4X
Password: shopsoil
1. Download the Goosechase iOS or Android app.
2. Log in. New to Goosechase? Sign up for an account or play as a guest.
3. Search for this Experience by code BD5E4X and then enter the SHOPSOIL Once you find your Experience, click Let's Go!
4. Create your player profile.
5. Lastly, set yourself apart with a name and photo and click Save

Come join the fun and help support local businesses throughout Southern Illinois!

For more info:

https://mailchi.mp/siu/southern-illinois-goose-chase

https://www.facebook.com/events/603860161691107/603860208357769/

05/05/2023

Come join the chase!

Download the Goose Chase App now to play and help support local businesses throughout Southern Illinois!

Not only is it fun, but it is completely FREE! Winners have the chance to win a prize up to $300!!!

How to play: https://mailchi.mp/siu/southern-illinois-goose-chase?fbclid=IwAR0tfm-dtxG8mbY45lXYy3se3PehzQWnL1Spu98eqmh6fH61hA2gbO6gja4

https://www.facebook.com/events/603860161691107/603860185024438/

Carbondale Tourism and the Small Business Development Center at SIU hare encouraging local shopping and travel through the Southern Illinois Goose Chase.

05/04/2023

Don’t let that Mother’s Day gift be a last-minute thought… Shop now, shop local, and show love to your Mom and the community ♥️ .IL

05/01/2023

Have you heard? There is a Goose Chase happening in Southern Illinois! Go on a scavenger hunt and complete missions that support local business! It's a honking good time and it's FREE!

Compete against other participants by completing missions! Over 50 missions will be released throughout the month of May

Win prizes worth up to $300!

Download the free app today and start playing!

Name - Southern Illinois Goose Chase
Join code: BD5E4X
Password: shopsoil

1. Download the Goosechase iOS or Android app.
2. Log in. New to Goosechase? Sign up for an account or play as a guest.
3. Search for this Experience by code BD5E4X and then enter the shopsoil. Once you find your Experience, click Let's Go!

Competition ends May 31. Winners will be contacted after that date.

To download app:
https://www.goosechase.com/download

https://www.facebook.com/events/547999343909091/?ref=newsfeed

04/30/2023

Shop Local So. IL
Starting today, April 30! 💗🛍🛒

.IL

04/26/2023

Carbondale Restaurant Spotlight: Tres Hombres Mexican Restaurant & Bar!🌮💙

http://www.treshombrescarbondale.com

.IL

04/25/2023

Carbondale Shopping Spotlight: Carbondale Cycle Co.🚴💙
Click to learn more:
https://carbondalecycles.com

04/24/2023

Carbondale Shopping Spotlight: Neighborhood Co-Op Grocery 🌱 Click the link to learn more! https://www.neighborhood.coop

04/22/2023

Happy Earth Day! 🌎💙

Help Keep Carbondale Beautiful by volunteering at the Annual City-Wide Spring Cleanup today at Turley Park from 9am-noon.

Pre-registration is not required, but recommended for groups.

For more info: http://www.keepcb.org/

04/20/2023

Let’s start the countdown! 10 more days until National Small Business Week! Support your favorite local businesses. Let us know which are your favorite down below ⬇️

04/20/2023

Happy 63rd Birthday to the Bucky Fuller Dome Home Museum made right here in Carbondale!

"During his time in Carbondale, Bucky made the front cover of Time magazine and was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. He also produced some of his most influential writings and received more than a quarter of his 23 patents and nearly half his 48 honorary doctorates.

In February 2006, Fuller’s Dome Home was added to the National Registry of Historic Places. Given its unique role in Bucky's life, the Fuller Dome in Carbondale is possibly the most important Buckminster Fuller artifact remaining in the world today."

For more information please visit: https://fullerdomehome.com

04/19/2023

Shop Local. Shop So. IL. will take place from April 30th through May 6th as it is National Small Business Week. Support your local businesses and watch your community thrive! .IL

04/18/2023

Sunny and 75! ☀️

Southern Illinois is known for having some amazing outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing.

You are overdue for an adventure! 🙂

Points of Interest:
Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center
Giant City State Park
Little Grassy Lake Campground & Marina

04/14/2023

Mark your calendars!

Saturday, April 22nd will be the 48th Annual Great Cardboard Boat Regatta on Campus Lake (Becker Pavilion) at Southern Illinois University Carbondale!

On sight registration is $20 per boat. First race starts at 1 pm.

Enjoy this fun, family friendly event out on the water! 🚣‍♂️☀️

For more info: https://conferenceservices.siu.edu/conferences/cardboard-boat-regatta.php