December 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Champaign and nearby IL areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.
Champaign Events December 2026
Concerts, sports, comedy shows, Broadway performances, and live events across Champaign, IL.
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- Dec0420267:30 PMFriBALLETThe NutcrackerVirginia Theatre - Il • 1463 seatsVirginia Theatre - Il
203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, US203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $57Avg Ticket Price: ~ $96Tickets Available: 342Select Seats - Dec0520262:00 PMSatBALLETWeekend EventThe NutcrackerVirginia Theatre - Il • 1463 seatsVirginia Theatre - Il203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, US203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $54Avg Ticket Price: ~ $99Tickets Available: 211Select Seats
- Dec0520267:00 PMSatPOP / ROCKWeekend EventLindsey Stirling & ArkaiState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $68Avg Ticket Price: ~ $228Tickets Available: 160Select Seats
- Dec0520267:30 PMSatBALLETWeekend EventThe NutcrackerVirginia Theatre - Il • 1463 seatsVirginia Theatre - Il203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, US203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $57Avg Ticket Price: ~ $96Tickets Available: 513Select Seats
- Dec0620262:00 PMSunBALLETWeekend EventThe NutcrackerVirginia Theatre - Il • 1463 seatsVirginia Theatre - Il203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, US203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $57Avg Ticket Price: ~ $94Tickets Available: 459Select Seats
- Dec0620266:00 PMSunBALLETWeekend EventThe NutcrackerVirginia Theatre - Il • 1463 seatsVirginia Theatre - Il203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, US203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $57Avg Ticket Price: ~ $95Tickets Available: 546Select Seats
- Dec072026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLBest ValueIllinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball vs. Chicago State CougarsState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $8Avg Ticket Price: ~ $26Tickets Available: 70Select Seats
- Dec1020267:00 PMThuCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLIllinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball vs. Missouri TigersState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $14Avg Ticket Price: ~ $47Tickets Available: 108Select Seats
- Dec1220261:00 PMSatCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLHigh DemandWeekend EventIllinois Fighting Illini vs. Penn State Nittany LionsState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $56Avg Ticket Price: ~ $189Tickets Available: 349Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Dec132026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLWeekend EventIllinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball vs. Evansville Purple AcesState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $9Avg Ticket Price: ~ $24Tickets Available: 110Select Seats
- Dec1520267:00 PMTueMannheim Steamroller ChristmasVirginia Theatre - Il • 1463 seatsVirginia Theatre - Il203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, US203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $73Avg Ticket Price: ~ $164Tickets Available: 361Select SeatsVIP Packages
- Dec182026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLIllinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball vs. Western Illinois LeathernecksState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $10Avg Ticket Price: ~ $26Tickets Available: 92Select Seats
- Dec202026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLWeekend EventIllinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball vs. Wright State RaidersState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $10Avg Ticket Price: ~ $27Tickets Available: 106Select Seats
- Dec222026Time TBACollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLIllinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball vs. Old Dominion MonarchsState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $10Avg Ticket Price: ~ $27Tickets Available: 110Select Seats
- Dec29202612:00 PMTueCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLIllinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball vs. Iowa HawkeyesState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $47Avg Ticket Price: ~ $125Tickets Available: 93Select Seats
- Dec2920266:00 PMTueCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALLIllinois Fighting Illini vs. Seattle University RedhawksState Farm Center • 15500 seatsState Farm Center1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, US1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820, USFrom $18Avg Ticket Price: ~ $129Tickets Available: 306Select SeatsVIP Packages
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The Nutcracker
203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
Event Dates 1817
Dec 04, 2026 7:30 PM
Lindsey Stirling
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820
Event Dates 27
Dec 05, 2026 7:00 PM
Illinois Fighting Illini Women's Basketball
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820
Event Dates 28
Dec 07, 2026 Time TBA
Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, IL 61820
Event Dates 36
Dec 12, 2026 1:00 PM
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
203 W Park Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
Event Dates 79
Dec 15, 2026 7:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Champaign events, venues, schedules, and live entertainment.
What events are happening in Champaign during December 2026?
Champaign hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout December 2026.
Where can I find Champaign events by date?
Use the monthly event calendar and date filters to browse concerts, sports events, comedy shows, and live performances happening across Champaign.
Are concerts happening in Champaign during December 2026?
Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Champaign and nearby IL areas.
What are the top event venues in Champaign?
Popular venues include arenas, theaters, comedy clubs, stadiums, music halls, and entertainment venues located across Champaign and nearby areas.
Do event prices change during December 2026?
Yes. Event prices can change based on demand, seating location, performer popularity, venue size, and event date.
Are there weekend events in Champaign?
Yes. Weekends are usually the busiest time for concerts, sports games, comedy shows, festivals, and major live entertainment events across Champaign.
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