Events Calendar

The Mount Sterling Farmers Market began in 2017 as a grassroots effort led by community members with the goal of promoting local food access, small businesses, and community gathering, laying the foundation for the market we know today.

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GALESBURG, IL – The Historic Orpheum Theatre is thrilled to formally announce its highly anticipated 2026-2027 Orpheum Theatre Presents season. Slated to be an unforgettable year of world-class entertainment, the upcoming season features a powerhouse lineup of legendary rock anthems, laugh-out-loud comedy, jaw-dropping magic, and family-friendly fun.
Anchoring this spectacular season is the premiere Red Carpet Series presented by The City of Galesburg, bringing top-tier national touring acts directly to the heart of regional audiences.

"We are incredibly excited to welcome audiences back to the Historic Orpheum for a new Orpheum Theatre Presents season that truly offers something for everyone," said the Orpheum Theatre Executive Director, Andrew Driscoll. "From the high-energy tributes to our spectacular Red Carpet Series, this lineup celebrates the vibrant diversity of the performing arts in our iconic, historic setting. It is more than the shows that you may be able to see in other places and in larger markets; it’s truly about seeing them here at the 110-year-old Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg."

A brilliant fusion of traditional Scottish folk and modern alternative rock from an award-winning international powerhouse band. Co-produced by Crossroads Cultural Connections. Returns to The Orpheum after a performance in the 24-25 OTP season.

The Mount Sterling Farmers Market began in 2017 as a grassroots effort led by community members with the goal of promoting local food access, small businesses, and community gathering, laying the foundation for the market we know today.

World premiere performance of Daniel C Pappas's Songs of Longing by the BLCMS Chamber Choir at the sixth concert of Season 11.
Free & open to the public.

Book, Music, and Lyrics by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman
(Based on the book How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long, illustrated by David Shannon) - Fantasy Musical - Nikki Critser, Director

Presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

A delightful, swashbuckling musical adventure the entire family will love!  Sail off on a fantastic musical excursion when a band of comical pirates lands at North Beach, looking for an expert digger to join their crew as they search for the perfect spot to bury their treasure.  Kids of all ages will love this one!

Available in a Flex 4 Pack beginning 6/16/26.
Individual Tickets on sale 11/17/26.

Steve Fossen and Michael Derosier, the original bassist and drummer for the band Heart during the 1970s and early 1980s, are now touring as Heart By Heart. "Our mission is to perform the classic Heart music as faithfully as we can," Fossen says. The band features vocalist Somar Macek, guitarist /keyboardist/vocalist Lizzy Daymont, and guitarist Chad Quist. Heart By Heart presents a powerful, dynamic show that includes all the favorite Heart hits as well as deep album cuts that fans will love.

Fossen and Derosier are the powerful driving engine behind Heart's classic hits like “Barracuda”, “Straight On”, “Crazy On You”, “Magic Man”, “Even It Up”, “Dog & Butterfly”, “Heartless”, “Kick It Out”, and more. First formed by Steve Fossen in 1969, Heart went on to release six top-10 albums and landed 20 hit singles on the Billboard top 40 chart. 

The Mount Sterling Farmers Market began in 2017 as a grassroots effort led by community members with the goal of promoting local food access, small businesses, and community gathering, laying the foundation for the market we know today.

The World Premiere of Endymion - Cantata by James West will be held on February 21, 2026, in the Dahl Chapel & Auditorium at Monmouth College, Monmouth, Illinois. The cantata is written for choir, orchestra, piano, and soprano solo.

This performance is free and open to the public, with no ticket sales. There will be a section of reserved seats for family, friends, and donors. For more information on the performance and support, visit
Fundraiser by Jim West: Help Bring the World Premiere of Endymion to Life

The Mount Sterling Farmers Market began in 2017 as a grassroots effort led by community members with the goal of promoting local food access, small businesses, and community gathering, laying the foundation for the market we know today.