Charleston Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Charleston, IL, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Charleston throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
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Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Dec 31, 2026, 3:30 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Southeast Missouri Redhawks at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats,
600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats - Jan 02, 2027, 3:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Tennessee State Tigers at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Jan 16, 2027, 3:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Lindenwood Lions at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Jan 23, 2027, 3:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. UT Martin Skyhawks at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Feb 04, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Feb 06, 2027, 3:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Southern Illinois-Edwardsville Cougars at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Feb 18, 2027, 7:30 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Western Illinois Leathernecks at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Feb 27, 2027, 3:30 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Morehead State Eagles at Groniger Arena At Charles P. Lantz Complex • 5400 seats, 600 Lincoln Ave., Charleston, IL 61920, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $26, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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Events by Show & Venue
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Charleston. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Charleston right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Charleston rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Charleston?
Yeah — Charleston doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Charleston?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Charleston, IL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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About American Arenas®
American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.