Good Day
Champaign
Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A guide lists local places for families to meet Santa this season with events ranging from parades and photo ops to festive meals at venues like Kresge Park and the Harvest Moon Twin Drive-in Theatre—registration is advised for events with limited spots. ChambanaMoms
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Champaign-Urbana will host many family-friendly Christmas shows, concerts and performances in November and December with ticket prices starting at $15. Events range from screenings of Elf at the Virginia Theatre to festive ballets and sing-along concerts — options that give families many ways to celebrate the season — ensuring holiday fun for all. ChambanaMoms
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A guide shows the best spots for live Christmas trees in the Champaign-Urbana area — it lists farms offering choose-and-cut and pre-cut options, including Country Arbors Nursery which begins selling on Nov. 15. Families should check each location for cash, payment, and opening details as selections change. ChambanaMoms
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CUDO Plays Game Night
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Engage with fellow gamers and explore games with compelling themes.
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Public Lecture on AI, Writing, and Integrity
7-8:30 p.m. — Champaign Public Library — Free entry — Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, writing, and ethical integrity in this engaging lecture.
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Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan Listening Tour - Champaign
4-6 p.m. — University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Free entry — Contribute to the Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan to enhance math education for all students.
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Comedy Open Mic Night at The Space
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Test your comedic skills or enjoy fresh talent at this weekly open mic event.
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The Empty Bowls Supper and Saber Showcase
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The High School of St. Thomas More — Suggested donation $15 adults, $10 children — Savor soup and bread while enjoying performances at this community benefit event.
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Jake and Jackson Winter Matinee Concert
2-5 p.m. — Pour Bros. Craft Taproom — Free entry — Experience a winter afternoon filled with live music and good vibes.
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Mannheim Steamroller Concert
7 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Tickets not available at this time — Experience the unique blend of classical and modern sounds with Mannheim Steamroller's festive performance.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Laugh along or try your hand at comedy during a fun-filled open mic night.
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The Art of Business Writing Workshop
2-10 a.m. — HQ — Cost included with registration — Enhance your business writing skills to craft clearer and more impactful documents.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Test your comedic skills or enjoy local talent at this fun weekly event.
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