IJF Events
Illinois Joining Forces both hosts and partners with organizations to offer outstanding virtual and in person events. Explore upcoming events and past events, how to attend, partner, participate, and sponsor.
Upcoming Events
2025 Illinois Joining Forces Central Illinois Regional Summit - July 23, 2025 | 1-4pm
Summit for Service Providers & Industry Leaders
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Join other industry leaders and Veteran service providers for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and collaboration. The panel discussion will highlight collaboration and how service provider networks work together to support Service Members, Veterans, and their families. During the evening portion, service providers will have the opportunity to set up a resource table during the Resource Fair for veterans and their families. Veterans, Military Community Members, and Family Members over the age of 18 are also welcome to attend.
Military & Veterans Night Out at Riverfront Museum - July 23, 2025 | 5-8pm
Service Members, Veterans and their Family Members are invited to join IJF for a night out.
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Join Illinois Joining Forces for a fun night out with family and community. Veterans and Service Members will have the opportunity to visit with service providers and learn about local resources. Guests will also enjoy the Peoria Riverfront Museum and all the attractions it has to offer. Food will be provided. *Eventbrite Registration & Military/Veteran ID required for entry.
Past Events
2025 Illinois Joining Forces Annual Summit - April 30, 2025 | 8:30-3:30pm
2025 Illinois Joining Forces Southern Illinois Regional Summit - Feb. 27, 2025 | 1-4pm
Veterans Town Hall & Resource Fair - Feb. 27, 2025 | 5-8pm
2024 Illinois Joining Forces Northern Illinois Regional Summit - Sept. 27, 2024 | 1-4pm
Military & Veterans Night Out at Rock Island Arsenal - Sept. 27, 2024 | 5-8pm
2024 Illinois Joining Forces Central Illinois Regional Summit - July 19, 2024 | 1-4pm
2024 Illinois Joining Forces Annual Summit - May 1, 2024 | 8am-3:30pm
2024 Illinois Joining Forces Southern Illinois Regional Summit - February 23, 2024 | 1-4pm
Military & Veterans Night Out at Gateway Classic Cars - February 23, 2024 | 5-8pm
2023 Illinois Joining Forces Peoria Regional Summit - November 17, 2023 | 1-4pm
Military & Veterans Night Out at Caterpillar Visitors Center - November 17, 2023 | 5-8pm
2023 Illinois Joining Forces Aurora Area Regional Summit - July 28, 2023 | 1-4pm
Military and Veterans Night Out at Blackberry Farm - July 28, 2023 | 5-8pm
Operation Connect Illinois Annual Summit - Hilton Northbrook - April 19, 2023
Illinois Joining Forces 2022 - Springfield Regional Summit - November 3, 2022
August 26 & 27, 2021
August 17, 2021
Valor Games Resource Fair - Chicago Park Service