Upcoming Events

40th Annual Fort DeChartres Rendezvous June 5 & 6, 2010
Rendezvous is a re-creation of the traditional French fur trapper's holiday of the Eighteenth Century, and is one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in the United States. Join with the buckskinners, militiamen, artisans, and entertainers as they celebrate life in the shadows of the great fortress known as Fort de Chartres.

The 21st Annual Traditional Blue Grass Festival at
Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site Sept. 25-26.

The event will feature 19 musical acts with crafters and food vendors for the general public. The admission fee is $10.00 per vehicle. Camping is available on a limited basis with no reservations being taken.

The Fete at the Fort - Saturday October 9th
Come join us this October 9th and be a part of the lst Annual Fete at The Fort at Historic Fort de Chartres. This will be the perfect opportunity for Brewers to showcase their brews in a unique 18th Century environment. We already have some of the top brewers in the mid-west committed to this one of a kind event so don't delay and sign up today to attend.


The Commandants Ball – Saturday July 24th
Prairie du Rocher
American Legion Hall
6:00 pm - Doors open
7:00 -7:45 pm - String Connection
8:00 - Booneslick Strings
More Information: Click Here

Couples: $15.00

Single: $8.00
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