Auto Court Road Closure

O’Fallon, Illinois - October 22, 2025 – The O’Fallon Public Works Department will be closing Auto Court at the intersection with Highway 50 beginning on Monday, October 27, 2025. The road will be closed to perform pavement repairs. Westbound Highway 50 will also experience lane restrictions during the first week of the closure. Drivers are urged to use the entrance road between Culver’s and Goodwill to access the businesses along Auto Court. This work is expected to be completed by Friday, November 14, 2025, weather permitting.

Veteran Day Ceremonies 2025

O’Fallon proudly honors the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

The Veterans Day Observance will begin at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church (1111 E. Hwy 50) and will feature remarks from Major General Charles D. Bolton, USAF, Commander, 18th Air Force, AMC. The program will also include participation from Miss O’Fallon Kyra Gallagher, the OTHS AFJROTC, VFW Post 805, and others. Pre-service music begins at 10:45 a.m., and newly inscribed veterans will be recognized. Veterans are encouraged to wear their medals and decorations.



The Veterans Day Parade, hosted by VFW Post 805, will step off at 2:00 p.m. from E. 3rd St. & S. Hilgard St., travel through downtown O’Fallon, and conclude at VFW Post 805.

Those interested in participating may email vetdayparade805@gmail.com for more information.

Happy Thanksgiving from O'Fallon!

This season, we’re thankful for our families, friends, neighbors, and the incredible community that makes O’Fallon such a special place to call home. May your Thanksgiving be filled with laughter, gratitude, and love — and your day full of good food, good memories, and good cheer.

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, City offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, December 1.



Wishing everyone a safe and joyful holiday weekend!

Thanksgiving Market

Saturday, November 22 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

O'Fallon Station

Get ready for the holidays at our Annual Thanksgiving Market, a special edition of the beloved Vine Street Market!

Kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with festive shopping, tasty treats, and one-of-a-kind finds from dozens of local vendors. Whether you’re stocking up on fresh winter produce, baked goodies, artisan soaps, handcrafted jewelry, or holiday décor — we’ve got you covered before the big feast!

The Thanksgiving Market is more than just shopping — it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and local flavor. Mark your calendars, bring your family and friends, and make this market part of your Thanksgiving tradition.

It’s always free, festive, and full of O’Fallon spirit — we can’t wait to see you there!

Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EnuETmQJB/

O'Fallon Illuminated Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting

Saturday, November 29 @ 6:00 PM

Parade Route begins from Downtown O'Fallon and through to City Park

Something WONDERful is coming to O’Fallon! Join us on Saturday, November 29, 2025, for an evening filled with holiday lights, laughter, and community cheer.

The celebration kicks off at 6:00 PM with the Illuminated Holiday Parade, featuring dazzling floats, marching bands, dancers, and holiday characters making their way along a new lighted route through downtown. The fun continues at Community Park for Santa’s Party in the Park, a free, family-friendly event with hot chocolate, cookies, s’mores, games, live entertainment, and the community tree lighting ceremony.

This year’s theme, “Santa in WONDERland – We’re All GLAD Here,” invites everyone to experience a topsy-turvy world of imagination, color, and holiday wonder — where magic fills the streets and memories shine bright.

Don’t miss one of O’Fallon’s most beloved traditions — it’s free, festive, and full of hometown spirit!

Location & details: ofallonholidayparade.com

Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BPhwzuNhP/

New fall events promise more family fun at O'Fallon's Downtown District

by Lynn Venhaus

For the News-Democrat

October 28, 2025

Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas activities continue to be Downtown District crowd-pleasers in O’Fallon, while fall favorites return with new events that promise to add to the family fun.

This Saturday will be a full day of food, art, music, shopping and fun with multiple outdoor events planned.

The city’s Parks and Recreation Department oversees all park activities, O’Fallon Station and Vine Street Market downtown, and the Katy Cavins Community Center.

October kicked off with the first-ever District Frights Oct. 4, which was formatted like the popular District Summer Nights and took the place of the former Witches and Wizards Festival, a fixture since 2019.

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Read more at: New fall events promise more family fun at O'Fallon's Downtown District

City provides update on Scott-Troy and Old Vincennes Trail stoplight proposal

O'Fallon Weekly Editor

October 29, 2025

An update on the idea of a stoplight at the intersection of Scott-Troy Road and Old Vincennes Trail was given in a recent newsletter sent out by O’Fallon’s acting City Administrator, Grant Littiken.

Littiken stated that while discussions had taken place with St. Clair County officials, there is likely no stoplight coming soon.

“Mayor Van Hook, Jeff Taylor, and I met with St. Clair County Board Chairman Mark Kern and St. Clair County Engineer Norm Ettling on Monday, October 20, 2025. The main topic of discussion was the intersection at Scott-Troy Road and Old Vincennes. The five of us reviewed the previous traffic stud­ies along with additional analysis of traffic signal Warrant 2 (Four-Hour Vehicular Volume) and Warrant 3 (Peak Hour) that were recently completed using the 2022 traffic data. The review confirmed that the analysis did not warrant a signalized intersection,” Littiken wrote.

He went on to say that ignoring the reports and recommendations could open up the county to seri­ous negative ramifications.

“At this point, if St. Clair County were to install a signalized intersection at this roadway, it would not meet the requirement criteria from the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Not following the MUTCD reg­ulations can lead to losing federal-aid funding, facing significant liability in law­suits, and creating second­ary unsafe environments for road users.”

Read more at: City provides update on Scott-Troy and Old Vincennes Trail stoplight proposal

Happening Around the Area

O'Fallon Weekly News

October 29, 2025

Thursday, October 30

Fulton’s Panther Cast News is premiering a new film called “Unexplained: The Final Investigation” on Thursday, October 30, at Fulton Jr. High. Doors open at 7 p.m., with the film beginning at 7:15 p.m. and running 45 minutes. Admission is $5 per person and the proceeds go to help fund the Panther Cast News. “Unexplained: The Final Investigation” is about the haunting of both Fulton and Marie Shaffer schools.

Friday, October 31

Halloween Trick or Treating will take place in O’Fallon on Friday, October 31, from 6-9 p.m. If you are welcoming trick-or-treaters to knock on your door, leave your porch light or driveway light on. If you wish to not have trick-or-treaters at your door, please leave your porch or drive­way lights off.

Friday, November 7

Save the Date! The O’Fallon Woman’s Club is hosting a Wine Tasting Fundraiser on Nov 7, 6:30 pm at the O’Fallon Station. Tickets are $30. For more information contact ofallon­womansclub@gmail.org.

Saturday, November 8

O’Fallon Township will hold their monthly Rum­mage Sale at the Township Building, 801 E. State Street, O’Fallon, on Satur­day, November 8th, from 7 A.M. until Noon.

Men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing, plus household items will be available for the Rummage Sale.

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Read more at: Happening Around the Area