Enjoy Mt. Vernon

Enjoy Mt. Vernon Conveniently located where I-64 meets I-57—come Stay. Dine. Discover. Mt. Vernon’s best-kept gems are waiting for you. Louis, MO and west of Evansville, IN.
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Located at the crossroads of I-64 and I-57, Mt. Vernon, Illinois is uniquely situated in the center of the Heartland just 60 miles east of St. As a hub for travelers we are proud to nearly 1000 hotel rooms, more than 50 restaurants and a creative Midwestern charm. With a mission to celebrate creativity in both work and play, our community welcomes you to enjoy life with us! At attractions like Ced

arhurst Center for the Arts or one of our many parks, you can enjoy the outdoor beauty of the Mt. Vernon area or view/interact with world renowned artwork. Time travel to eras gone by as you visit the Jefferson County Historical Village or the Hall of Honor & Military Museum. And this is just the beginning...

So, take a break from the road or take your family on local getaway to enjoy Mt. Vernon, where everyday is an opportunity to enjoy life! For more information or to book your trip visit enjoymtvernon.com!

🎨 ART, HISTORY & A SWEET TREAT!Spend the afternoon at the Jefferson County Historical Village for a special Art Exhibit ...
08/29/2026

🎨 ART, HISTORY & A SWEET TREAT!

Spend the afternoon at the Jefferson County Historical Village for a special Art Exhibit featuring artist Polly Launay!

Come browse her colorful artwork, meet the artist, enjoy dessert and maybe even take home a new piece for your collection. ❤️

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 12–3 PM
📍 Schweinfurth Museum at the Historical Village
1411 N. 27th Street | Mt. Vernon, IL

A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon right here in Mt. Vernon! 🎨

It’s a great day at Enjoy Mt. Vernon! Be sure to catch us and our other southern Illinois tourism friends in the Welcom...
08/28/2026

It’s a great day at Enjoy Mt. Vernon! Be sure to catch us and our other southern Illinois tourism friends in the Welcome Center at the DuQuoin State Fair this weekend! Rend Lake Area Tourism Council, Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau, Visitsi, Visit Effingham, Discover Downstate Illinois

👀 What's going on in Mt. Vernon?The better question might be... what ISN'T?🎶 Events.🍴 Food. 🎨 Local fun. AND MORESee wha...
08/28/2026

👀 What's going on in Mt. Vernon?

The better question might be... what ISN'T?
🎶 Events.🍴 Food. 🎨 Local fun. AND MORE

See what's coming up 👉 https://events.mtvernon.com/events

08/28/2026

We don’t know about you, but we’ve been soaking up every single second of summer!

​While the pool days might be winding down, the calendar has been packed with everything that makes this community shine: incredible live music, vibrant local art, dancing under the open sky, and incredible food that keeps us coming back for more.

​Even though summer is coming to an end, it just means cozy vibes and fall fun are right around the corner.

​Take a quick look back at some of our favorite recent moments!

What’s been the highlight of your season so far? Let us know in the comments! 👇

08/27/2026

You can't buy happiness, but you can buy pineapple shrimp and sushi and that’s basically the same thing.

✨ No plans? Perfect.It's National Just Because Day — your official excuse to grab a treat, go somewhere new or have a li...
08/27/2026

✨ No plans? Perfect.

It's National Just Because Day — your official excuse to grab a treat, go somewhere new or have a little fun around Mt. Vernon... just because. 😎

What are you doing today? 👇

Looking for your next excuse to get out?From festivals and live music to markets, fundraisers, and community events, the...
08/22/2026

Looking for your next excuse to get out?

From festivals and live music to markets, fundraisers, and community events, there's always something happening in Mt. Vernon.

See what's coming up and start making plans. https://events.mtvernon.com/events

You can only pick ONE... 👀What's your perfect way to spend a day in Mt. Vernon?☕ A – Start with coffee and breakfast.🛍️ ...
08/21/2026

You can only pick ONE... 👀

What's your perfect way to spend a day in Mt. Vernon?
☕ A – Start with coffee and breakfast.
🛍️ B – Spend the day shopping local.
🎶 C – Catch live music or check out a community event.
🍔 D – End the day with dinner and dessert.

Drop your letter in the comments—no cheating!

Looking for something to do this weekend?Start here.Events.Restaurants.Shopping.Hotels.Things to do.Everything you need ...
08/20/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend?
Start here.

Events.
Restaurants.
Shopping.
Hotels.
Things to do.

Everything you need to plan your next Mt. Vernon adventure is just a click away.
🌐 https://www.enjoymtvernon.com

Address

123 S. 10th Street, Suite 503
Mount Vernon, IL
62864

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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1(618)242-3151

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