Events in Monticello

Experience Level: All Levels; Ages 16+ Immerse yourself in soothing sounds at a Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath on Mondays Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 30 from 7-7:45 p.m. in the Man

Experience the magic of Allerton at Holiday GLOW!

Experience Level: Beginner Explore the high-quality, picturesque forest on the Park’s south side at a Tree Identification Hike on Friday, Oct. 23 from 12 to 2 p.m. Meet at

Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion — and Santa!

Experience Level: Beginner Get outside and get to know the birds at our First Friday Bird Hikes on Friday, November 6, December 4, February 5, or March 5 from 9-11 a.m. Meet

Get Ready for The Pulse Raisers! Join us in person for an electrifying night where beats meet vibes! The Pulse Raisers is all about good times, great music, and unforgettable m

Would you be nervous—very, very dreadfully nervous to visit the mansion after dark? You are cordially invited to experience An Evening with Poe on Wednesday, October 28th or

Learn how to ease your foot, back, or hip pain, and hike without pain at MELT with Mary on Sundays, Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 15, or Dec. 20 from 11:30-1 p.m. in the Mansion Library.

Take a ride in our winter wonderland at Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank on Saturday, Dec. 5 and Sunday, Dec. 6 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Merrybeth Farm Carria

Experience level: Beginner Create your own zine (and learn what a “zine” is!) with our current Hood Artist-in-Residence at a Zine Workshop on Wednesday, November 11 from 6-8 p.m

Get in the holiday spirit with an elegant evening in the Mansion at Holiday Affair presented by Busey Bank on Saturday, December 12 from 5-1

Experience the magic of Allerton at Holiday GLOW!

Experience the magic of Allerton at Holiday GLOW!

Experience Level: Beginner Connect with the New Moon and the star signs to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at New Moon Yoga: — Sunday, Oct. 11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. in

Experience Level: All levels (ages 10+) Experience Allerton after dark at a Full Moon Hike on Sunday, Oct. 25 from 6-8 p.m. Allerton Natural Areas Managers will lead this

Make the most of the season with an afternoon at Allerton during our Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 12-8 p.m. in the Ma

Join us December 12th and 13th for the 2026 Lunch with Santa on the Train, a holiday favorite with kids of all ages!

Get outside and learn about our feathered friends at Fall Bird Hikes on Fridays, Sept. 4 through Oct. 30 from 9-11 a.m. Meet in the Main Parking Lot. Allerton’s Natural Areas Mana

Make memories this holiday season with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-23 & 26-31*! This vi

Make memories this holiday season with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-23 & 26-31*! This vi

Experience Level: Beginner Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga in the Meadow: — Wednesday, July 29, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Wil

Join our current Hood Artist-in-Residence for a Sketch Walk on Monday, November 9 from 12-1:30 p.m. or Tuesday, November 17 from 3-4:30 p.m. meeting at the Studio. Artist, lib