We love our kids but who doesn’t need an adult night out on the town every once in a while to remind us that being a grownup can be fun!
Whether you’re looking for a date-night atmosphere or just a fun afternoon with friends, we’ve rounded up a list of the top places for adults to go in Champaign-Urbana and beyond in May.
Thanks to Krannert Center for the Performing Arts for presenting this list of C-U date nights in May. Check Krannert’s May calendar for a list of attention-grabbing events for your night out.
Chicago — and Chicago — at State Farm Center: It’s Chicago — twice! Chicago the Musical is at State Farm Center on May 2, and Chicago — the famous music group — will perform at State Farm Center on May 29. Take your pick! Click here for info on the May 29 event.
Fourth annual Downtown Wine Walk: Those who are at least 21 can enjoy this May 4 event (2-6 p.m.) in which your ticket entitles you to 1-ounce tastings of 14 different wines at 14 indoor locations in downtown Champaign. Get the details here.
Drag Show Pageant: Amy Beth Myers and Neil St. Blues are partnering to offer three drag pageants in one night! Set for 10 p.m. on May 4.
Taylor Swift Trivia: Attention Swifties — it’s time to see who knows Taylor Allison Swift the best. There will be prizes for the winning teams. Slated for May 5 at The Axe Bar in Champaign. Reservations are required. Details here.
Describe the Night at The Station Theatre: This May 9-19 play at The Station Theatre is set in Russia over the course of 90 years. It traces the stories of seven men and women connected by history, myth and conspiracy theories.
Goats and Bunnies and Puppies and Yoga: That got your attention, didn’t it? So, the Wild Hare Bar and Grill in Fisher is hosting a unique event on May 18 that is too exciting to easily detail here. So click here for more info.
New to C-U Spring Mixer: If you’re new to the Champaign-Urbana area since 2021, visit Pour Bros. Taproom on May 21 at 5 p.m. to make connections with people who are in a similar situation. Register by May 15. Details here.
Erik Scott’s Comedy: See area native and Illinois alum Erik Scott perform his comedy at multiple spots May 23-26. Scott has offered his comedic stylings at colleges and clubs across the country. Get the details here.
Candlelight Serenade, Jazz Edition: Candlelit paddleboat rides at Crystal Lake Park in Urbana, while being serenaded by a live jazz combo, sound like a terrific night of unique romance — or just plain ol’ fun. Set for May 24. Get details on signing up here.
Summer Soul Fest: The Pour Bros. Taproom is the site for the May 26 event, featuring indoor and outdoor DJ-ing, brews and cigar smoking. From noon to 10 p.m. with free entry! Details here.
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