Spaghetti Dinner - Benefiting COPE Food Pantry
2025-05-22 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Metropolis Elks Lodge, 104 W. 4th St., Metropolis, 62960, United States
Bring your appetite along with your family and friends!

We’re raising money for COPE Food Pantry in Metropolis. This event is donation-based, so any amount you wish to contribute helps!

You’ll enjoy Baked Spaghetti, Salad, Bread, Dessert and a Drink at the donation amount of your choice.

So, join us for a night for Food and Fun while helping out COPE Food Pantry in Metropolis.

CNB Summer Concert Series at the Gazebo
2025-05-23 18:30 - 2025-07-19 21:00 | Washington Park, Metropolis St. between 3rd & 4th, Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
City National Bank is brining the sounds of the summer back to the Washington Park Gazebo.
Join City National Bank for a Summer Concert at the Gazebo!
Everyone is welcome!
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this fun family-friendly evening.
Concerts run on 5/23, 6/27, and 7/19. Visit https://www.facebook.com/cnbofmetropolis for more information.

*Free* Community Laundry Event
2025-05-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Super City Cleaners, 722 E. 5th St, Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Super City Cleaners is teaming up with the Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition (MCDAC) for a FREE Community Wash Event on Thursday, May 29th from 10am – 2pm!

Bring your laundry and wash for FREE—no strings attached. Our mission is to support local families and make life a little easier, one load at a time. Special thanks to MCDAC for their partnership on this event—it’s all about caring for our community .

Location: Super City Cleaners, 722 E 5th Street
Date: Thursday, May 29th
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm

Help us spread the word and let’s make this a great day for Metropolis!

#CommunityStrong #FreeWash #SuperCityCleaners #MCDAC #MetropolisIL#SupportLocal #MassacCounty

MCDAC Annual Four-Person Golf Scramble
2025-05-30 17:30 | Metropolis Country Club, 1254 Country Club Rd, Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States

SUPERMAN CELEBRATION
2025-06-13 00:00 - 2025-06-15 23:59
Join Us!
June 13-15
2025
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More than a convention!
Better than a festival!
It’s a CELEBRATION!

For 45 years, the Metropolis Chamber of Commerce, City of Metropolis and the Greater Metropolis Convention & Visitors Bureau have hosted the Metropolis Superman Celebration.

What started as a 1 day event for the local community has grown into a 4 day extravaganza celebrating all things Super and welcoming fans from around the globe.

For more information about the Metropolis Superman Celebration visit: www.supermancelebration.net or follow the event’s social media pages.

First Christian Church - Parking Lot Sale
2025-06-14 07:00 - 15:00 | First Christian Church, 420 Catherine St., Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Toys, furniture, crafts, vintage items, and much more! Donations accepted. Sale will be inside in case of inclement weather.

Superman Collectors Auction
2025-06-14 17:00 - 23:00

37th Farm Toy Show
2025-07-11 07:30 - 2025-07-12 14:00 | Massac County Youth Fair & Community Center, 4476 Korte Rd, Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States

Project Hope's Christmas in July Bingo
2025-07-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Metropolis Community Center, 1100 US-45, Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Come join us for an evening of fun and prizes! Doors open at 6, play begins at 6:30 p.m. Each game is $1 per card, per game. Prizes will include gift baskets and Christmas Items. Concessions will be available. No admission fee.

Reb Brown, Jerry "the King" Lawler & the Tennessee Turtles at Hidden Gems!
2025-07-13 10:00 - 2025-07-15 15:00 | Hidden Gems, 609 Market St., Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Heroes, legends, and wrestling royalty are coming to Hidden Gems Novelty & Collectibles in Metropolis, IL, June 13th-15th!

Meet the action star Reb Brown (Captain America, Strike Commando), WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler, and the fan-favorite Tennessee Turtles for an unforgettable weekend of autographs, photos, and fun!

Don’t miss this chance to meet these icons, shop rare collectibles, and celebrate pop culture in the heart of Metropolis! Stay tuned for more details on times and special activities.

Hidden Gems Novelty & Collectibles
June 13th-15th
Autographs & photo ops available!

Spread the word and bring your friends—this is one event you won’t want to miss!

Metropolis and Massac County Farmers Market
2025-09-06 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-13 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-11 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Dorothy Miller Park, 586 E 1st St., Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Come out and enjoy all the homegrown goodness Metropolis & Massac County has to offer every Saturday from 8A – 12PM May – October!

2nd Annual Fast and Furriest Car Show
2025-09-13 16:00 - 20:00 | Superman Square, 1 Superman Square, Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Rev Up for a Super Cause! Join us on Friday, September 13th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. for an All Makes & Models Car Cruise on Superman Square and Market Street — a fun-filled evening benefiting Project Hope Humane Society!

Cool cars, great vibes, and paws-itively awesome fun!
Cruise through a showcase of classic rides, custom builds, and unique wheels — all for a great cause.

Want to be a vendor?Vendor spaces are available!For questions or to reserve your spot, contact Sandra at 618-751-2017.
Bring your ride, your crew, and your love for animals — it’s going to be a wheely good time!

Super City Brew Fest
2025-09-27 00:00 - 23:59 | Harrah’s Casino, 100 E Front St, Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Join us on September 27, 2025, for the Super City Brew Fest and Home Brew Competition in Metropolis, Illinois. This premier Southern Illinois event offers over 100 beer varieties to sample, live entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere. Beer enthusiasts can enjoy a diverse selection of brews, while aspiring brewers showcase their creations in the Home Brew Competition. Attendees can vote for their favorite homebrews, with top selections advancing to a judged round. The event supports local charities, making it a celebration of community spirit. Tickets are required for entry. For more details, visit supercitybrewfest.com.

Date: September 7th, 2024 Location: Harrah’s Casino

SuperCityBrewFest.com

All Tickets are VIP Tickets in 2024! Buy Tickets
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Super City Homebrew Competition
The GMCVB is bringing HOMEbrew to Metropolis!

A separate area near the Super City Brew Fest will be open for homebrewers to set up and serve their beers to the public.

Submission Categories:

Yellow Beers

IPA

Amber/Brown & Dark Beers

Other

🏆 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded in each category 🏅 People’s Choice award by onsite vote

🔥 SO BRING ALL YOUR FRIENDS! 🔥

More Information

Ready to Enter Your Special Brew? Entry Form

Questions? Contact: supercityhomebrew@outlook.com

Tickets to Super City Brew Fest are required to attend the Super City Homebrew Competition. Get Your Tickets

Super City Brew Fest 2019 Recap

Before the 2019 Super City Brew Fest, we had a tasting with the residents of The Lakes. Check out the fun we had!
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The Kincaid Mounds Archaeological Field Day
2025-10-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Kincaid Mounds, Metropolis, IL, United States
The Kincaid Support Organization will present a program at the Kincaid Mounds Historic Site. Formal presentations on the Mississippian Culture will begin at 10:00 AM and at 1:00 PM. There will be artifact displays, artifact identification, information tables, and a walking tour of Mound 8. (hiking shoes recommended)
The program is free to the public.
(restroom facilities available, but no refreshments sold)

FORT MASSAC ENCAMPMENT Education Day
2025-10-17 10:30 - 14:00 | Fort Massac State Park, 1308 E 5th St., Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Mark your calendars for Friday October 17th, 2025, as Fort Massac State Park will become the biggest History Classroom in Southern Illinois. Step into the past and witness history come to life right before your eyes. From the French and Indian War to the early 1800s, your students will be fully immersed in historical events like never before. Our all-star team of volunteer re-enactors will be on hand to showcase demonstrations and presentations that will make history class the highlight of your school year! Say goodbye to boring textbooks and hello to an unforgettable learning experience. Ready to make history?

Join us for Education Day!!!

Buses are recommended to arrive at 9AM.

Program will begin at 9:30AM and end at 2:00PM

Each group will receive a schedule for the day upon arrival.

Limited food vendors will be open. Students should bring sack lunches for a lunch break from 11AM – 12PM

Merchants will sell items on a limited basis.

Registration is not required but highly recommended due to high numbers of students attending.

To ensure your school/homeschool is included in the school day program, please email

sheryl.durham@illinois.gov

or call 618-524-4712

Help support the Fort Massac Encampment by staying in a Metropolis Hotel or B & B.
Visit our Where to Stay page for options!

FORT MASSAC Encampment - Saturday
2025-10-18 10:00 - 17:00
Step back in time at the annual Fort Massac Encampment in Metropolis, Illinois! This two-day festival brings history to life with authentic 18th-century military drills, period craftsmen, traditional music, and reenactors portraying colonial and frontier life. Visitors can explore encampments, enjoy unique food, shop handmade goods, and experience one of Illinois’ largest and most beloved living history events along the scenic Ohio River.

9:00 AM – Shuttle Service (wheelchair accessible) begins
10:00 AM – Posting of colors in Old Fort Area
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Entertainment & Children’s Activities in & around the main tent area
11:30 AM – Voyager’s Canoe Welcome at the Riverfront
1:00 PM – Fashion Show near the 5th St. entrance
2:30 PM – Shuttle service will pause – Will resume after the battle
3:00 PM – Tactical Demonstration & Mock Battle at the Battle Field
5:00 PM – Military Retreat & Closing Ceremonies in the Old Fort Area
6:00 PM – Shuttle Service ends

Fort Massac Encampment - Sunday
2025-10-19 09:00 - 16:30 | Fort Massac State Park, 1308 E 5th St., Metropolis, IL, 62960, United States
Sunday is the final day of the 51st Annual Fort Massac Encampment.
9:00 AM – Shuttle Service (wheelchair accessible) begins
9:00 AM – Colonial Church service in the main tent
10:00 AM – Posting of colors in Old Fort Area
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Entertainment & Children’s Activities in & around the main tent area
11:30 AM – Voyager’s Canoe Welcome at the Riverfront
1:00 PM – Fashion Show near the 5th St. entrance
2:30 PM – Shuttle service will pause – Will resume after the battle
3:00 PM – Tactical Demonstration & Mock Battle at the Battle Field
4:30 PM – Military Retreat & Closing Ceremonies in the Old Fort Area
6:00 PM – Shuttle Service ends

Christmas Barn Sale Trail
2025-11-13 08:00 - 2025-11-15 17:00
Join us November 13th (VIP only), 14th, & 15th in Massac County, Illinois for a fun-filled weekend of shopping, entertainment, and community spirit. Grab your family, friends, & junkin’ buddies and join us on a fun filled road-trip traveling across Massac County in Southern Illinois driving from barn to barn this Christmas Season. There are 14 stops and over 15 barns filled with antiques, vintage items, hand-crafted goods, repurposed items, candles, crafts, and Christmas home decor!

VIP ticket sales for Thursday are open now! There is free shopping on Friday and Saturday for all!

Visit thechristmasbarnsaletrail.com for more information!
