Events Calendar

The Warren County Prime Beef Festival returns September 5-12, 2026, bringing a week of community pride and all things beef to Monmouth, Illinois. For generations, the Prime Beef Festival has celebrated the people, agriculture, businesses, and traditions that make Warren County special.

Saturday, September 5th:
7:00 pm - Princess Pageant @The Crossing

With multiple No. 1 hits and a powerful country-rock sound, Tyler Farr brings a bold, high-impact performance to the grandstand. Known for chart-toppers like “Redneck Crazy” and “Whiskey in My Water,” he’s built a reputation for delivering big Saturday night energy.

This will be his first time taking the KILJ Stage at Old Threshers — and it’s going to be a memorable one.

Grandstand entertainment is included with your gate admission.

49th Annual Argyle Antique Gas Engine Show Sep. 4th, 5th, & 6th.
Bring something to show!! Free Admission AND Parking!!
Corn Shelling, Hay Pressing, Oat Threshing, Gas Engines, and other working exhibits.

Sunday, September 6th:
7 am - Breakfast served by the 19th Hole
9 am - Show Starts, Gas Engines, Corn Shelling, Threshing, Displays Begin
11 am - Kiddie Pedal Tractor Pull

The Nauvoo Grape Festival is an annual celebration, held on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of Labor Day Weekend in the Nauvoo State Park and surrounding areas of Nauvoo. This long-running festival is packed with activities including competitive events, parades, entertainment, and more! The weekend also features the Festival on Wheels Car Show, one of the region's largest open-air car show.
**SPREAD THE WORD WE HAVE A REAL CARNIVAL FOR ALL AGES AGAIN IN 2026!! - BIG SLIDES, RIDES, GAMES, AND CARNIVAL FOOD!!!** View the carnival here (not every single ride, but most on the site will be present) https://gotchagamesiowa.com/

Sunday, September 6th:
7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Pancake Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – Registration Begins for 49th Annual Festival on Wheels – Custom Car Show
9:00 a.m. – Arts & Craft Show and Flea Market Open
9:00 a.m. – Church Service (Entertainment Tent)
11:00 a.m. – 49th Annual Festival on Wheels Custom Car Show Opens
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Parade Check-in at the Fire Station
12:00 p.m. – Entertainment Tent Opens ALL AGES ALLOWED - WE ID!
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Live Music in the Entertainment Tent by Chloe Mae
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Nauvoo Historical Society Rheinberger Museum Tours
1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Carnival Opens – Gotcha Games Amusements
2:00 p.m. – Nauvoo Grape Festival Feature Parade
3:00 p.m. – Custom Automotive Art Auction (Car Show Grounds)
4:00 p.m. – 49th Annual Festival on Wheels Car Show Awards
6:00 p.m. – Entertainment Tent Opens
8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. – Live Music in the Entertainment Tent by The Boys

Admission is included with the purchase of a 2026 TSR Rodeo Button.

Sunday, September 6, 2026
5 pm - 7 pm: Fareway Chilli Supper

For more information on all the events during Rodeo Week, please visit www.tristaterodeo.org!

Great River Health's Stage Lineup:
Wed, Sept 9: Niko Moon
Thurs, Sept 10: Wynonna
Fri, Sept 11: Parker McCollum
Sat, Sept 12: Brantley Gilbert
Bud Light Stockyard Lineup:
Wed, Sept 9: The Boys
Thurs, Sept 10: Brody Vancil & The Burners
Fri, Sept 11: The Bobby Ford Band
Sat, Sept 12: The Bobby Ford Band

With multiple chart-topping singles and a strong country sound, Dylan Scott has quickly become a fan favorite. After a standout performance at his first Reunion, he’s back to close out the week in a big way.

He returns to the KILJ Stage to wrap up Reunion week with another high-energy performance.

Grandstand entertainment is included with your gate admission.

The Warren County Prime Beef Festival returns September 5, 7-12, 2026, bringing a week of community pride and all things beef to Monmouth, Illinois. For generations, the Prime Beef Festival has celebrated the people, agriculture, businesses, and traditions that make Warren County special.

Monday, September 7th:
8:00 - 10:00 am: Steer Weigh-In
12:00 pm: Hog Weigh-In
2:00 pm: Hog Show
4:00 pm: Steer Show
@The Roseville Fair grounds

Admission is included with the purchase of a 2026 TSR Rodeo Button.

Monday, September 7, 2026
10 am: Lil Spurs Rodeo
5 pm - 7 pm: Hy-Vee Pork Dinner
6:30 pm: Lil Miss Rodeo & All Around Cowboy

For more information on all the events during Rodeo Week, please visit www.tristaterodeo.org!

Great River Health's Stage Lineup:
Wed, Sept 9: Niko Moon
Thurs, Sept 10: Wynonna
Fri, Sept 11: Parker McCollum
Sat, Sept 12: Brantley Gilbert
Bud Light Stockyard Lineup:
Wed, Sept 9: The Boys
Thurs, Sept 10: Brody Vancil & The Burners
Fri, Sept 11: The Bobby Ford Band
Sat, Sept 12: The Bobby Ford Band

Fresh produce, local vendors, and community fun are right around the corner.
Still thinking about being a vendor? There’s time—reach out to the Hancock County Farm Bureau at 217-357-3141 or [hcfbmanager@gmail.com](mailto:hcfbmanager@gmail.com).
We can’t wait to see you there!