Your 636 VIBE Check: Things to Do in St. Charles County

June 27 – July 4, 2026

Looking for something fun to do around St. Charles County? Whether you're planning a family outing, date night, or simply looking to enjoy everything our community has to offer, here are some events happening over the next week.

🍖 June 27 – STC BBQ Festival in New Town

Head to New Town for a day filled with great barbecue, live entertainment, vendors, and family fun. This annual event has quickly become a local favorite and is a great way to kick off summer.

🛍️ June 27 – Saint Charles Market

Spend your Saturday morning shopping local vendors, fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade treasures in Historic St. Charles. It's one of the best ways to support local businesses and enjoy the community atmosphere.

🌳 June 28 – New Town Market

Take a stroll through New Town and enjoy local vendors, artisan products, and a relaxed Sunday atmosphere near the amphitheater.

🎶 June 25 & Ongoing Summer Concerts

The St. Charles Municipal Band continues its summer concert season at Frontier Park, offering free entertainment under the stars. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a beautiful summer evening.

🇺🇸 July 3–4 – Riverfest 2026

One of the biggest celebrations of the year returns to Frontier Park!

Friday, July 3

• Festival opens at Noon
• Live music
• Food vendors
• Carnival rides
• Children's activities
• NEW Drone Show at 9:20 PM

Saturday, July 4

• Riverfest Parade at 10:00 AM
• Festival activities throughout the day
• Live entertainment
• Fireworks Display at 9:20 PM

Riverfest remains one of the most anticipated events in St. Charles County and is a tradition for thousands of local families every year.

🏃 July 4 – Rockin' Riverfest Run

Start Independence Day with a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Fun Run before heading over to the Riverfest Parade and festivities.

☕ Make Time for a Local Favorite

Not every adventure requires a ticket. Visit a local coffee shop, explore Historic Main Street, try a new restaurant, or catch a sunset at 370 Lakeside Park.

❤️ Support Local

One of the best parts of living in St. Charles County is the incredible local businesses that make our communities unique. Pick one new business to visit this week and discover a hidden gem.

The 636 VIBE

Summer is officially in full swing, and there's no shortage of things to do. Whether you're enjoying a festival, shopping local, listening to live music, or watching fireworks light up the sky, this is what makes living here so special.  More to come: The largest One of the largest Independence Day celebrations in the region returns to O'Fallon!  Look for me on Thursday.

Because St. Charles County isn't just home...

It's a 636 VIBE.

— Mariann Egelhoff
Realtor® | eXp Realty

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