Enjoy Mt. Vernon

Enjoy Mt. Vernon Conveniently located where I-64 meets I-57—come Stay. Dine. Discover. Mt. Vernon’s best-kept gems are waiting for you. Louis, MO and west of Evansville, IN.
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Located at the crossroads of I-64 and I-57, Mt. Vernon, Illinois is uniquely situated in the center of the Heartland just 60 miles east of St. As a hub for travelers we are proud to nearly 1000 hotel rooms, more than 50 restaurants and a creative Midwestern charm. With a mission to celebrate creativity in both work and play, our community welcomes you to enjoy life with us! At attractions like Ced

arhurst Center for the Arts or one of our many parks, you can enjoy the outdoor beauty of the Mt. Vernon area or view/interact with world renowned artwork. Time travel to eras gone by as you visit the Jefferson County Historical Village or the Hall of Honor & Military Museum. And this is just the beginning...

So, take a break from the road or take your family on local getaway to enjoy Mt. Vernon, where everyday is an opportunity to enjoy life! For more information or to book your trip visit enjoymtvernon.com!

🌼 A Labor Day spent among the wildflowers? Yes, please!Head to Blackberry Hollow Farm for Wildflower Fest 2026 — a day o...
09/07/2026

🌼 A Labor Day spent among the wildflowers? Yes, please!

Head to Blackberry Hollow Farm for Wildflower Fest 2026 — a day of shopping local, good food and enjoying the beauty of the farm. 💜

🌸 35+ unique vendors
🍴 5 food trucks
🌿 Free wildflower trails
💐 $10 U-Pick flower bouquets
🎟️ FREE admission & parking

📅 Monday, September 7
⏰ 10 AM–4 PM
📍 9175 E. Piedmont Rd. | Bonnie, IL

Grab your friends, bring the family and spend Labor Day supporting local! 🌻🦋

👣🌲 Something BIG is coming to Southern Illinois! 🌲👣Whether you're a longtime believer, a curious skeptic, or just love a...
09/04/2026

👣🌲 Something BIG is coming to Southern Illinois! 🌲👣

Whether you're a longtime believer, a curious skeptic, or just love a good mystery, you won't want to miss the Southern IL Bigfoot Conference at the historic Granada Theatre in downtown Mt. Vernon!

📅 September 5, 2026
📍 Granada Theatre, 108 N. 9th Street, Mt. Vernon, IL

Join Bigfoot researchers, investigators, authors, and enthusiasts from across the country for a full day of fascinating presentations, eyewitness accounts, evidence discussions, and stories from the field. Hear from an incredible lineup of guest speakers as they explore one of the world's most enduring mysteries.

⭐ VIP Meet & Greet Reception – September 4
🎤 Expert Speakers
🔍 Evidence & Investigations
📸 Meet Fellow Bigfoot Enthusiasts
🎟️ Multiple Ticket Options Available

From the forests of Southern Illinois to sightings across North America, the search continues... and you can be part of it!

Get your tickets today and discover why Southern Illinois has become a hotspot for Bigfoot lore and legend.
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.thegranadatheatre.com/events/bigfoot

🎶 ONE MORE THURSDAY NIGHT!Thursday Night Live at Cedarhurst are wrapping up, so come out and enjoy the final Thursday Ni...
09/03/2026

🎶 ONE MORE THURSDAY NIGHT!

Thursday Night Live at Cedarhurst are wrapping up, so come out and enjoy the final Thursday Night Live of the season!

🎵 Live music
🎨 Art & activities
🍴 Food & drinks
🌳 An evening at Cedarhurst
🎟️ FREE admission

Grab a chair, bring your crew and enjoy one more Thursday night at Cedarhurst! 💚

⏰ 5–8 PM
📍 Cedarhurst Center for the Arts | Mt. Vernon, IL

😎 “I'm bored!” doesn't stand a chance in Mt. Vernon.Indoor fun, outdoor adventures and plenty of ways to keep the whole ...
09/01/2026

😎 “I'm bored!” doesn't stand a chance in Mt. Vernon.

Indoor fun, outdoor adventures and plenty of ways to keep the whole crew entertained.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Find your family's next adventure at https://www.enjoymtvernon.com/see-do/family-fun/!

🎨 ART, HISTORY & A SWEET TREAT!Spend the afternoon at the Jefferson County Historical Village for a special Art Exhibit ...
08/29/2026

🎨 ART, HISTORY & A SWEET TREAT!

Spend the afternoon at the Jefferson County Historical Village for a special Art Exhibit featuring artist Polly Launay!

Come browse her colorful artwork, meet the artist, enjoy dessert and maybe even take home a new piece for your collection. ❤️

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 12–3 PM
📍 Schweinfurth Museum at the Historical Village
1411 N. 27th Street | Mt. Vernon, IL

A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon right here in Mt. Vernon! 🎨

It’s a great day at Enjoy Mt. Vernon! Be sure to catch us and our other southern Illinois tourism friends in the Welcom...
08/28/2026

It’s a great day at Enjoy Mt. Vernon! Be sure to catch us and our other southern Illinois tourism friends in the Welcome Center at the DuQuoin State Fair this weekend! Rend Lake Area Tourism Council, Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau, Visitsi, Visit Effingham, Discover Downstate Illinois

👀 What's going on in Mt. Vernon?The better question might be... what ISN'T?🎶 Events.🍴 Food. 🎨 Local fun. AND MORESee wha...
08/28/2026

👀 What's going on in Mt. Vernon?

The better question might be... what ISN'T?
🎶 Events.🍴 Food. 🎨 Local fun. AND MORE

See what's coming up 👉 https://events.mtvernon.com/events

08/28/2026

We don’t know about you, but we’ve been soaking up every single second of summer!

​While the pool days might be winding down, the calendar has been packed with everything that makes this community shine: incredible live music, vibrant local art, dancing under the open sky, and incredible food that keeps us coming back for more.

​Even though summer is coming to an end, it just means cozy vibes and fall fun are right around the corner.

​Take a quick look back at some of our favorite recent moments!

What’s been the highlight of your season so far? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Address

123 S. 10th Street, Suite 503
Mount Vernon, IL
62864

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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1(618)242-3151

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