Joey McLaughlin finds talks about some of the things going on this weekend in Central Illinois with the Illinois Times weekend entertainment report with Michelle Ownbey.

“Ride the Cyclone”
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY
Like stepping into a carnival sideshow – the play became a viral TikTok sensation in 2022, achieving cultlike status among Gen Z.
The Legacy Theatre

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
FRIDAY, SATURDAY: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
More than 2,000 hand-carved pumpkins on display, food vendors.

Christmas in the Village
SATURDAY: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
More than 30 local vendors and craft artists will make holiday shopping easy.
Williamsville Community Center

Pillsbury Mill Tours
SATURDAY: 10 a.m., 12 p.m.
Guided tours cover ½ mile of walking distance.
Pillsbury Mills

John Crist: The Emotional Support Tour
SATURDAY: 7 p.m.
One of today’s fast-rising stand-up comedians
UIS Performing Arts Center