Highland, founded by immigrants from Switzerland in 1831, is located in southwestern Illinois in Madison County between Troy and Vandalia along SR 160 just south of U.S. Highway 40 about 10 miles southeast of Highland Silver Lake and 20 miles northwest of Carlyle Lake. The population estimate for July 1, 1998 was 8,218, an increase of 672 since 1990. Local events include "Schweizerfest", held on the 1st weekend in June, "Kirchenfest" which is held the 4th weekend in August and "Fall Fest", held on the 1st weekend in October.
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Belleville Art on the Square Belleville IL May17-19
Springfield Old Capitol Art Fair Springfield IL May18-19 Whether you are a serious art collector or are just developing an appreciation, there is original art here for you, in the form of jewelry, sculpture, photography, glassware, pottery, wood, metalwork, oils, watercolors, and other media.
International Horseradish Festival Collinsville IL May31-June2 Admission is always free, parking is always free and musical entertainment is always free at the Horseradish Festival.
Western Illinois Fair Griggsville IL June26-30 Loads of fun for the whole family. Food, entertainment, rides, games, agricultural exhibits, animals, commercial vendors, kids activities, plus a whole lot more.
Gathering of the Juggalos Cave-In-Rock IL August7-11 The Gathering of the Juggalos is unlike anything you have ever experienced before. It is not simply a show, a concert, a music festival, or anything of that nature. It is an EXPERIENCE. The Gathering of the Juggalos features the entire roster of Psychopathic Records plus over one hundred bands and rappers performing on multiple stages throughout the entire event.
Italian Fest Collinsville IL September20-21 For over 25 years, Collinsville IL has been celebrating the Italian culture and heritage that our city was built on. The Fest is a family friendly event and there really is something for everyone.
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