The festival was started as a promotion of Gillespie's rich coal mining heritage which continues still today. Many generations of local families have been employees of area coal mines including Monterey Coal Mine which is located in the central region of Macoupin County. Everyone is welcome to join us for Black Diamond Days. Browse the site and you will find that there is something for everyone at our festival. The festival is always held the first full weekend in June and the feature of the festival is a parade on Sunday which attracts more than 100 participants each year
| Carnival | Bingo | Craft Fair | Food | Kids Activities | Handicap |
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