Polar Plunge – Saturday, February 27, 2010
All adventurous souls are invited to collect pledges and plunge into Carlyle Lake to help raise money to support Special Olympics. For more information, call (618) 654-6680.
Spring Blood Drive - Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Stop in the Carlyle Lake Visitor Center and give a donation of blood that will save lives. One donation could save as many as three lives! Those donating will receive free camping. For more information, call (618) 594-2484.
Illinois High School Association State Bass Fishing Finals,
Friday, May 7 & Saturday, May 8, 2010
The Future Fishes Here! The City of Carlyle and Carlyle Lake will host the second annual IHSA State Bass Fishing Finals for 2010. Event activities will take place in the Dam West Recreation Area. For more information, visit the City of Carlyle's website or call (618) 594-2468.
Leukemia Cup Regatta - Saturday, May 29th & Sunday, May 30, 2010
The Carlyle Lake Sailing Association hosts an annual three-course race to help raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The race will take place at the Eldon Hazlet State Park at the Carlyle Sailing Association.
Fireworks Spectacular – Saturday, July 3rd, 2010
Celebrate Independence Day at Carlyle Lake . Events and live music all day conclude with a fabulous fireworks display. Watch from boat or by shore. Hosted by the Carlyle Lake Chamber of Commerce. For information call (618) 594-2484.
The Great River Kaskaskia Duck Race – Saturday, July 10, 2010
Watch as truckloads of rubber ducks are dumped from the dam to race down the Kaskaskia RIver. The fastest duck wins great prizes for its sponsor. The race can be viewed form the West or East Spillway Recreation Areas. All proceeds benefit the Healthcare Foundation. For more information, call (618) 594-2484.
Carlyle Lake Wine and Art Festival – Saturday, September 11th & Sunday, September 12, 2010
This event will feature wine tasting from some of Illinois' finest wineries and an art exhibition which will showcase many talented artists from around the area. Live music and great food will also be a part of this event. For more information, call (618) 594-2484.
Whale of a Sail – Saturday, September 18th & Sunday, September 19, 2010
Enjoy a mid-September regatta on Carlyle Lake hosted by the Carlyle Sailing Association. This three-course race includes multihulls, monohulls and cabin sailboats. This fun-filled weekend of good sailing will take place in Eldon Hazlet State Park at the Carlyle Sailing Association. For more information, call (618) 281-1165.
Carlyle Lake Blood Drive – Thursday, September 23, 2010
Stop in the Carlyle Lake Visitor Center and give a donation of blood that will save lives. One donation could save as many as three lives! Those donating will receive free camping. For more information, call (618) 594-2484.
Haunted Trail – Friday, October 22 & Saturday, October 23, 2010
Climb aboard a hay wagon at the Carlyle McDonald's and take a ride down to the Little Prairie Nature Trail where ghost and goblins hide. All proceeds benefit the 2010 Fireworks Spectacular. For more information, call (618) 594-2484.
Youth Pheasant Hunt – Sunday, November 14, 2010
Young hunters (accompanied by an adult) get the first chance at the designated pheasant areas at Eldon Hazlet State Park. Contact the Illinois Department of Natural Recourses for more information (618) 594-3015.
