Southern IL Big Foot Conference
Sat, Sep 05 , 2026 • 9:00am - 6:00pm
108 N. 9th St., Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Join us for guest speakers and all things Big Foot!
Something BIG is coming to Southern Illinois! Whether you're a longtime believer, a curious skeptic, or just love a good mystery, you won't want to miss the Southern IL Bigfoot Conference at the historic Granada Theatre in downtown Mt. Vernon! Join Bigfoot researchers, investigators, authors, and enthusiasts from across the country for a full day of fascinating presentations, eyewitness accounts, evidence discussions, and stories from the field. Hear from an incredible lineup of guest speakers as they explore one of the world's most enduring mysteries. From the forests of Southern Illinois to sightings across North America, the search continues... and you can be part of it! Get your tickets today and discover why Southern Illinois has become a hotspot for Bigfoot lore and legend. Guest speakers include; Martin Groves, Ken Gerhard, Chad Lewis, Ron Roles, Betsy Kruaus, Harold Benny, Todd Niess, The Sqwatchers; Joe Jenkins & Jim Peters, and Bryce Edwards. Cover Photo by The Granada Theatre
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- Mon: Closed
- Tue: Closed
- Wed: Closed
- Thu: Closed
- Fri: Closed
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: 8:00am – 6:00pm
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