Third Thursday
Marion Connects Third Thursday Events
Marion Connects Third Thursday events embody the heart and soul of our community! These family friendly gatherings happen on the square in Marion, IL.
Third Thursdays foster connection, spark joy, and create a sense of belonging among residents, businesses and visitors. As we come together, we celebrate our unique spirit, strengthen community bonds, and create a vibrant welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels seen, heard and loved.
Join us for evenings full of laughter, music and community!
2026 Third Thursday Season Schedule
See what we have scheduled for the 2026 Third Thursday season! These free events are created with the whole family in mind!
June 18th: Red White & Boots: Line Dancing
July 16th: Star Spangled Summer Splash Bash
August 20th: Red, White, Blue & Gold Back To School Kick Off
Please follow us on our Facebook page to learn more about Third Thursday event details or upcoming sponsorship opportunities!
Interested in being a vendor at an upcoming Third Thursday Event? Fill out the application linked below for each month you would like to sign up for! Confirmations on being accepted for the Third Thursdays applied for will be emailed out closer to the events dates. There is a limited amount of vendor spaces set aside for each Third Thursday.
June 18th: Red White & Boots: Line Dancing
July 16th: Star Spangled Summer Splash Bash
August 20th: Red, White, Blue & Gold Back To School Kick Off
2026 THIRD THURSDAY SPONSORS
Third Thursdays wouldn’t be possible without the generous support from local businesses and individuals! Here are the sponsers who have helped make the 2026 season possible!
2025 Third Thursday
See what we had scheduled for the 2025 Third Thursday season! These free events are created with the whole family in mind!
May 15th: Make Believe Night
June 19th: Line Dancing
July 17th: Summer Bash
August 21st: Friday Night Lights
September 18th: Renaissance Night
October: Fall Fest Carnival
2025 THIRD THURSDAY SPONSORS
Third Thursdays wouldn’t be possible without the generous support from local businesses and individuals! Here are the sponsers who have helped make the 2025 season possible!