5 Things to do this weekend

DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - The weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of things to do and see across central Illinois.

Here is a selection of events, markets, concerts and more happening Friday, June 5, to Sunday, June 7. 

Cosmic Bowling

Bowl under the black lights with glowing lanes during Cosmic Bowling at Logan Lanes in Lincoln. Enjoy a night under the disco lights with family and friends as you aim to strike up a win.  

Make a reservation here. 

When: 10 p.m. to midnight Friday, 2-4 p.m. Saturday

Where: Logan Lanes, 1700 5th Street, Lincoln

Cereal Celebration

If you skip breakfast on Saturday, the Urbana Free Library has got you covered with a cereal celebration. Attendees can mix and match the perfect bowl of cereal and can also do some crafts. 

When: Saturday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Urbana Free Library

Lucky Horseshoes vs. Kokomo

The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes will take on the Kokomo Creek Chubs this weekend. There will be a fireworks show after the game that fans won't want to miss. 

Tickets are available online. 

When: Saturday, 6:30 p.m.

Where: Robin Roberts Stadium, Springfield

Hardy's Race for the Lake 

The annual Hardy's Race for the Lake returns to the Soy City this weekend. Decatur was chosen to host the 2026 American Power Boat Association (APBA) Eastern Inboard Nationals, one of the country's top boat racing events. 

Complete information on the event is available on the Decatur Park District's website. 

When: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Lake Decatur and Nelson Park

Springfield Comic & Toy Show

Geek out with a good time at the Springfield Comic & Toy Show ... Pokémon are invited too. There will be vintage video games, art, action figures, posters, comic books and more. 

More information is available online. 

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: Crowne Plaza Springfield 


For other events in central Illinois, check out the WAND Community Calendar.

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