- Our list of the best things to do in Mattoon, Illinois, features the top 9 nearby activities — including 1 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Mattoon, IL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 6 things to do within the city of Mattoon, IL , followed by 3 popular activities in nearby cities, including Effingham
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Calico Trail
South Of Effingham Performance Center, Evergreen Avenue, Effingham, IL 62401
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With 4 miles of paved and unpaved trails, joggers, bikers, or those enjoying a leisurely walk will find something to like about Calico Trail. Scenic views include meadow vistas, woods, and plenty of wildlife.
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Also known as the Effingham Performance Center, The Rosebud Theatre is a live music and performance venue that brings in regional and nationally touring acts. The theater also offers summer camps and other programs.
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The Effingham Performance Center, formerly known as the Rosebud Theatre, hosts a community theater group as well as other performances and events throughout the year. The Center also hosts summer camps for kids.
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Effingham's Wilhelmina Art Gallery displays the artwork of Wilma Woidt Kruger, an artist of national renown who paints a variety of subjects. Notable works include a portrait of Marilyn Monroe in addition to woodland and wildlife subjects.
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Evergreen Hollow Par, Effingham, IL 62401
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As a community aquatics facility, Effingham Area Kluthe Memorial Pool offers visitors a water playground filled with fountains, mushrooms structures, pirate boat slides, and more. The facility offers visitors tubes to take into the pool.
27.4 Miles
Evergreen Mini Golf is an 18 hole adventure-themed miniature golf course where players are surrounded by trees and jungle animals. They offer special packages and concessions include hot dogs, hamburgers, nachos and chips.
27.4 Miles
Also known by the less whimsical title EffingHAM Music Fest, the Effing Music Fest is an outdoor music festival that brings performers of various genres to the Funfest Amphitheater. The fest can accommodate up to 14000 spectators.
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On the southern section of the town rests the 20 acre Hendelmeyer Park. Outdoor recreation offerings include two lighted slow pitch ball diamonds, one lighted fast pitch diamond, four lighten tennis courts, and a skate park in addition to a full recreation center.
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A 24-lane bowling center, Silver Dollar Lanes offers open and league bowling along with tournament and party hosting. The center also provides a pro shop, bowling lessons and a lounge with adult beverages, pool tables and dart boards.
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Effingham's Cross at the Crossroads is the largest free-standing cross in the world. The cross stands nearly 200 feet tall, and is surrounded by Bible verses and benches where visitors can sit and reflect.