Events Calendar

The Bishop Hill Heritage Association is pleased to announce that an ABBA tribute band will be
performing at 1 p.m. in the village park in Bishop Hill IL on Saturday July 12, 2025 for free.
Please bring lawn chairs and enjoy this Las Vegas type show! DANCING QUEEN: An ABBA
Salute is the ultimate tribute to the music of ABBA – sure to capture the hearts of fans and
audiences of all ages! This live show is full of musical precision, fabulous flair and fashion, and
promises a mesmerizing ABBA experience for every Chiquitita, Super Trouper, Fernando, and
Dancing Queen around! Fronted by a dynamic Agnetha and Frida duo, the music of the greatest
pop band in history comes to life in a joyful celebration of these timeless tunes. “DANCING
QUEEN: An ABBA Salute” is the Midwest’s longtime #1 ABBA tribute, with a repertoire of
over 30 all-time favorite hits. From Waterloo to Mamma Mia, SOS to Knowing Me Knowing
You, Honey Honey to Voulez-Vous, audiences won’t be able to help singing and dancing along
with this high-energy homage to everything ABBA!

In addition to the two-hour concert, local organizations will be offering food and drinks. The
Bishop Hill Old Settlers’ Association will have a food stand, located next to the Colony Store.
Also, the Bishop Hill Methodist Church will also be having a bake sale next to the Steeple
Building Museum. Uncle Bud’s Apple Cider Slush will be located between the Prairie Arts
Center and the Post Office on Christina Street, across from the park. Finally, do not forget that
Bishop Hill has three restaurants and a bakery for your eating pleasure.

Hickory Ridge Concerts welcomes Paducah Kentucky singer-songwriter Daniel Neihoff to the stage on Saturday, July the 12th, 2025 at the historic Ellisville Opera House in Ellisville, IL. Known for his smooth and soulful sound and his storytelling style songs and compelling melodies, Neihoff’s accolades include winning the Kerrville New Folk Competition in 2019, being a 3-time finalist of Songwriter Serenade, placing 3rd in the Woody Guthrie songwriter contest.

The Hickory Ridge Concert Series is hosted by singer-songwriter Chris Vallillo. Concerts are usually (but not always) held on the 3rd Saturday of the month and begin at 7:00 p.m. with the doors opening at 6:00 p.m. The Ellisville Opera House is a second story venue however they do now have an elevator and is air conditioned. Coffee, drinks, and a variety of desserts are available during intermission. There is an admission charge of $10.00 per adults with children under 12 free. Hickory Ridge Concerts is supported in part by WIUM 91.3 FM, your source for NPR programming, local news and a variety of music, the Two Rivers Arts Council, and the Doris and Ken Kolb Foundation.

Follow Hickory Ridge Concerts on Facebook, or on the website, www.hickoryridgeconcerts.com.

For more information, contact Chris Vallillo at 309-224-8210

à d’Zan House Concerts is thrilled to present the critically acclaimed duo Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves on Saturday, July 12th, for an unforgettable evening of roots music, tradition, and innovation. This all-ages, outdoor house concert is set in a relaxed, welcoming environment that invites the community to come together and enjoy exceptional music under the summer sky.

The evening will begin with a potluck and social hour from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, followed by the performance at 7:00 PM. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to get comfortable on the lawn and enjoy the music.

Their performances are rich with energy, history, and heart—perfectly suited for the intimate and community-driven setting of Cà d’Zan House Concerts.

Suggested donation is $20–$30 and helps support the artists directly.

Bring a dish, bring a friend, and don’t miss the chance to experience Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves in one of the most unique and welcoming concert settings around.

Tickets and more information can be found at xroadscc.org/events.

Join thousands of your neighbors for Southeast Iowa’s most spectacular summer tradition on Saturday, July 12th at 8:00 PM when the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra presents their Symphonic Blast concert under the direction of Musical Director Robert McConnell. J&M Displays will be providing the fireworks.  The concert will take place at the bandshell in Crapo Park in Burlington.  

Bring your lawn chairs, beverages, bug spray and friends and picture yourself under the stars listening to a full orchestra while fireworks illuminate the night sky over the bluff of the Mississippi River.  

Join us in this beautiful city park for our 75th Season celebration with iconic music from Star Wars, Band of Brothers, the 1812 Overture, and the Stars and Stripes Forever with fireworks.

Musical Director, Robert McConnell says, "This is an amazing outdoor concert to come celebrate with your friends, family, and neighbors. Many music genres are on offer and there is something for everyone.  This community celebration happens only once a year - don’t let it pass you by!"

Admission is free.  The Symphonic Blast concert is sponsored by the Harry & Virginia Murray Foundation, Starker Trust, KBUR and Pritchard Broadcasting, John H. Witte, Jr. Foundation, and Royal Printing.

If you have questions, please check our website for more info: www.seiso.us or contact the SEISO office by email at seiso@seiso.us.

Join thousands of your neighbors for Southeast Iowa’s most spectacular summer tradition on Saturday, July 12th at 8:00 PM when the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra presents their Symphonic Blast concert under the direction of Musical Director Robert McConnell. J&M Displays will be providing the fireworks. The concert will take place at the bandshell in Crapo Park in Burlington.

Bring your lawn chairs, beverages, bug spray and friends and picture yourself under the stars listening to a full orchestra while fireworks illuminate the night sky over the bluff of the Mississippi River.

Join us in this beautiful city park for our 75th Season celebration with iconic music from Star Wars, Band of Brothers, the 1812 Overture, and the Stars and Stripes Forever with fireworks.

Musical Director, Robert McConnell says, "This is an amazing outdoor concert to come celebrate with your friends, family, and neighbors. Many music genres are on offer and there is something for everyone. This community celebration happens only once a year - don’t let it pass you by!"

Admission is free. The Symphonic Blast concert is sponsored by the Harry & Virginia Murray Foundation, Starker Trust, KBUR and Pritchard Broadcasting, John H. Witte, Jr. Foundation, and Royal Printing.

An exclusive time for children with special needs and their families
$6.50 admission/members are free
advance tickets required

Personalize your garden by making your own stone in our Art Studio
Free with admission

Prairie Players Civic Theatre invites you to step into the enchanted world of Into the Woods, the beloved musical that intertwines classic fairy tales with a twist. Production dates are Friday and Saturday, July 11 and 12, at 7pm and Sunday, July 13, at 2 pm at the Galesburg Orpheum Theatre, 57 South Kellogg Street, Galesburg. Ticket prices are $22 for adults and $15 for students. Purchase tickets at https://ci.ovationtix.com/35922/production/1236732

Whether you're a pro or new to the game, Community Kickball is all about having a blast, making friends, and enjoying the outdoors. Bring your family, friends or come solo; you'll be laughing, playing, and building fun memories. Let’s kick it at Veterans Park from 4-6 PM on the following Dates:

July 13th

July 20th

July 27th

August 3rd

This is a FREE event with no registration required! We recommend participants bring a water bottle, closed-toe shoes and sun protection. Teams will be assembled on site at the start of each game. See you there!

Grab your lawn chairs and join us on the lawn for another great night of FREE live music at Wiley Park! Galva Arts Council is excited to welcome Kiran Ahluwalia and Amanda Fish to the area this Sunday, June 22nd as part of the 2025 Levitt AMP Galva Music Series.

Every Sunday through August 3rd, this family-friendly concert series will bring FREE live music to Wiley Park in Galva, Illinois. All concerts begin at 6:00 PM, end around 8:30 PM, and feature two acts per night. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for comfortable lawn seating. A variety of food and non-food vendors will be on-site, and guests are also welcome to bring in outside food.

Street parking is available around the park and surrounding areas. Please do not park in the park.

New this year, handicap-accessible seating is located in the northwest corner of the park, with a designated unloading zone and golf cart shuttle service available for assistance.

Those with golf carts/UTVs are asked to keep their vehicles on the perimeter of the audience to prevent blocking the view of guests and minimize the risk of accident while driving through the park.