Join us for DIY Day, a free, all-ages event from 12-5 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Eurma C. Hayes Center in Carbondale, IL!
The event is focused on DIY skill-building, community togetherness, and having fun! Community members of all ages can learn new skills, participate in collaborative art projects, enjoy free food, listen to live music, create cool things to take home, and more.
Activities from 12-5 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026
Location: Eurma C. Hayes Center (441 E. Willow Street, Carbondale, IL)
Rain or shine! Outdoor activities will be moved indoors in the case of inclement weather.
All day:
Community art projects
Make your own buttons and bracelets
Free food and live music
Scheduled activities:
Sewing workshops - 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Screen printing workshops - 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Small group instrument lessons for beginners:
1 p.m. - Keyboard
2 p.m. - Guitar
3 p.m. - Bass guitar
4 p.m. - Drums