Calendar of Events
No matter what the season, there is always something going on in the Village of Mt. Zion. Keeping our residents informed of scheduled events and local happenings is important.
Know of an upcoming event that we need to add? Give us a call or send us an EMAIL and we will be happy to add it for you.
Upcoming Events
Adult Terrarium Class
Begins: 9/17/2025 - 6:30 PM
Ends: 9/17/2025 - 8:30 PM
ADULTS MAKE YOUR OWN TERRARIUM CLASS
Join the Mt. Zion Parks & Recreation Department and Mimi's Terrariums for a night of fun and learning, as you make your own live, closed terrarium!
Wednesday, August 28th
@6:30 pm
$35
*Includes a medium-sized jar, plants & moss, terrarium substrate, gravel/rock, miniatures, care instruction magnets. You can upgrade to a larger jar for a small fee at the event!
To register, please visit Mimi's Terrariums' ticket portal HERE.
Class will take place at the Fletcher Park Recreation Center | 323 Fletcher Park Blvd., Mt. Zion, IL 62549.
September Paint & Sip
Begins: 9/25/2025 - 6:00 PM
Ends: 9/25/2025
Crisp air, golden pumpkins, rustic barns! 
Paint & Sip - For Beginners! 
Thursday, September 25th
@6:00 pm
$29
2025 October Crafter's Paradise
Begins: 10/17/2025 - 9:00 AM
Ends: 10/19/2025 - 9:00 PM
Crafter's Paradise 2025 - Second Half (August - December)
3-DAYS, NO FRILLS, OPEN-STYLE CROP
Bring your craft supplies & create with like-minded people in a fresh environment with no day-to-day distractions!
Each crafter gets a 6-ft table with power and Wi-Fi. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Wagons, side tables, etc. are allowed. A FREEBIE table is set up for attendees to donate and shop.
August 1-3
October 17-19
December 12-14
Friday • Saturday • Sunday
9 AM - 9 PM
*building secure over night
$20 per person/per crop
Crops held at:
Mt. Zion Convention Center
1400 Mt. Zion Parkway
Mt. Zion, IL 62549
Dining and lodging are within walking distance - 3 miles. No food or drinks provided. Fridge, microwave, stove, oven available for use. BYO tableware & cookware.
To register:
(217) 864-5424
d_reynolds@mtzion.com
Payment accepted:
by phone • (217) 864-5424
in person or via mail •
Village of Mt. Zion
1400 Mt. Zion Parkway
Mt. Zion, IL 62549
DUE 2 DAYS PRIOR TO CROP
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations received by email at least 24 hours before the crop will receive a credit.
- If for any reason a crop is cancelled, registrants are notified by email and issued a credit.
(217) 864-5424 • d_reynolds@mtzion.com
Kids Edition! Terrarium Class
Begins: 10/22/2025 - 6:30 PM
Ends: 10/22/2025 - 8:00 PM
KIDS EDITION! MAKE YOUR OWN TERRARIUM CLASS
Join the Mt. Zion Parks & Recreation Department and Mimi's Terrariums for a night of fun and learning, as you make your own live, closed terrarium!
Wednesday, October 22nd
@6:30 pm
$15
*Includes a small-sized jar, plants & moss, terrarium substrate, gravel/rock, miniatures, care instruction magnets. Can upgrade to a larger jar for a small fee at the event!
To register, please visit Mimi's Terrariums' ticket portal HERE.
Class will take place at the Fletcher Park Recreation Center | 323 Fletcher Park Blvd., Mt. Zion, IL 62549.
2025 December Crafter's Paradise
Begins: 12/12/2025 - 9:00 AM
Ends: 12/14/2025 - 9:00 PM
Crafter's Paradise 2025 - Second Half (August - December)
3-DAYS, NO FRILLS, OPEN-STYLE CROP
Bring your craft supplies & create with like-minded people in a fresh environment with no day-to-day distractions!
Each crafter gets a 6-ft table with power and Wi-Fi. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Wagons, side tables, etc. are allowed. A FREEBIE table is set up for attendees to donate and shop.
August 1-3
October 17-19
December 12-14
Friday • Saturday • Sunday
9 AM - 9 PM
*building secure over night
$20 per person/per crop
Crops held at:
Mt. Zion Convention Center
1400 Mt. Zion Parkway
Mt. Zion, IL 62549
Dining and lodging are within walking distance - 3 miles. No food or drinks provided. Fridge, microwave, stove, oven available for use. BYO tableware & cookware.
To register:
(217) 864-5424
d_reynolds@mtzion.com
Payment accepted:
by phone • (217) 864-5424
in person or via mail •
Village of Mt. Zion
1400 Mt. Zion Parkway
Mt. Zion, IL 62549
DUE 2 DAYS PRIOR TO CROP
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations received by email at least 24 hours before the crop will receive a credit.
- If for any reason a crop is cancelled, registrants are notified by email and issued a credit.
(217) 864-5424 • d_reynolds@mtzion.com