EIU, community partner events: August 15 through 23, 2026
Aug-12-2026
(Charleston, IL) – The following public events are scheduled at Eastern Illinois University and in the Charleston community during the week of August 15 through August 23, 2026.
Saturday, August 15
- 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Run for the Fallen
- The 16th Annual Illinois Run for the Fallen honors fallen service members with a noncompetitive one-mile memorial walk or run at Linder Sports Complex. Participants may complete additional miles if desired.
- 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. – Farmers Market on Courthouse Square
- Local growers and vendors will gather from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Charleston's historic downtown square.
- 3 p.m. – EIU Men's Soccer Exhibition vs. UIC
- Eastern Illinois concludes exhibition play by hosting UIC at Lakeside Field.
- 5 p.m. – EIU Volleyball Exhibition vs. Indiana State
- The Panthers host Indiana State in an exhibition match at Gardella Family Court in McAfee Gym.
Monday, August 17
- 12 p.m. – Academy Summer Picnic
- Celebrate summer with the Academy of Lifelong Learning at Brainard House. Attendees are invited for complimentary hot dogs, soda, and cookies, as well as conversation and community connection.
- 3:30 p.m. – Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
- Members of the Charleston Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold their regularly scheduled meeting in City Hall Council Chambers.
Tuesday, August 18
- 12:05 p.m. – Yoga, Summer Edition
- EIU faculty and staff are invited to participate in a guided yoga session from 12:05 to 12:50 p.m. in the McAfee Gym Dance Studio. Participants should bring a yoga mat, towel, and water.
- 6:30 p.m. – Charleston City Council Meeting
- Members of the Charleston City Council will hold their regularly scheduled meeting in City Hall Council Chambers.
- 7 p.m. – Summer Strings Concert
- A free Summer Strings concert will take place at First Presbyterian Church.
Thursday, August 20
- 7 p.m. – Concerts in the Park featuring Halos
- Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Kiwanis Park Daum Amphitheater for a free outdoor concert featuring Halos, sponsored by Consolidated Communications/Fidium Fiber.
Friday, August 21
- 8 a.m. – Charleston Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
- Members of the Charleston Historic Preservation Commission will meet in City Hall Council Chambers.
- 1:30 to 3 p.m. – Booth Library Welcome Party
- Students and community members are invited to explore Booth Library during Panther Quest with a scavenger hunt, "Stump the Librarian," refreshments, and prizes.
Saturday, August 22
- 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. – Farmers Market on Courthouse Square
- Local growers and vendors will gather from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Charleston's historic downtown square.
Sunday, August 23
- 10:30 a.m. – Worship Service at Christian Campus House
- Christian Campus House hosts its weekly worship and community service across from Lawson Hall on 4th Street. Christian Campus House also hosts a post-service pizza lunch for attendees beginning at noon.
- 1 to 4 p.m. – Basket Weaving Workshop
For additional information on upcoming EIU and other community partner events, visit the EIU Events Calendar. For EIU Athletics events, visit the EIU Athletics calendar.
EIU prepares students to accomplish their life goals through a combination of quality academics, personal relationships, and both on-campus and online learning opportunities. For more information about Eastern Illinois University, including its broad array of academic and career readiness programs, community-based services and opportunities, visit eiu.edu or call EIU's Public Information Office at (217) 581-7400.
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Eastern Illinois University — eiu.edu
EIU Calendar — eiu.edu/calendar
EIU Athletics Calendar — eiupanthers.com/calendar
