Events Calendar

Join us at Hamilton City Park for an unforgettable evening of LIVE local music, food trucks, games, and family fun! FREE ADMISSION
The excitement begins at 4 pm with Wyatt Ewing singing the National Anthem.

OPENER:
- Wyatt Ewing from 4:00 to 6:00pm
HEADLINER:
- Staggard from 6:00 to 9:00pm
FOOD VENDORS:
- Jessie Ray's
- Trails End Concessions
- Just Poppin' Kettle Korn
- Sips & Stacks

Handicapped parking is available at the West Park entrance.
Proudly organized by the Hamilton Economic & Tourism Committee, the H.I.V.E. volunteers, and Hamilton City Council.

Saturdays throughout June, enjoy live music at the bar and grill at Kickapoo State Recreation Area. Shows featuring country, folk, and classic rock begin at 5 p.m. each night. Learn more at Kickapoo Adventures online.  

The Hub – Arts and Cultural Center is excited to host our annual Night Market on August 15th from 5:00 – 9:00 pm on the square in Rushville. This year, we welcome a wide variety of work from over 30 fine crafters and artisans, including fine art, fiberwork, handcrafted beauty products, locally grown flowers, and ceramics.
The evening features live music from Levi & Jacqueline. There will also be special performances by The Hub’s Ukulele Club and The Hub’s Historic Dancers. Back this year, we will have our kids’ art area and t-shirt printing. This year the Rushville Firefighters will be providing food, as well as take-out food and drink specials from some of our local restaurants.

Join us for an evening of locally sourced and handcrafted items, local performers, and fun!

The Hub’s Night Market is partially funded by Two Rivers Arts Council and Illinois Arts Council.

Hickory Ridge Concerts welcomes Chicago singer-songwriter Joe Gorka to the stage Saturday, August 15th at 7:00 pm at the Historic Ellisville Opera House in Ellisville, IL. With his keenly observant lyrics and blend of dynamic guitar and piano work, Chicago-based singer-songwriter Joe Gorka is making a name for himself in the Midwest music scene. 
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 not have an elevator, and it is air-conditioned. Coffee, drinks, and a variety of desserts are available during intermission. There is an admission charge of $10.00 per adult, 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.

Looking for a unique date night?
Join us for Vinyl is for Lovers, an evening of great food, great music, and great company on Friday, August 15th!
Hosted in collaboration with two local mainstays, Pool 19 Records and the Y Test Kitchen, this fun night out brings together the best of vinyl culture and delicious food.

For $75 per couple, you'll enjoy:

- A delicious dinner for two provided by the Y Test Kitchen
- A curated vinyl listening experience
- Music Trivia

Menu:

- Starter Salad
- Chicken Piccata with Mashed Potatoes and Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
- Side of Warm Bread and Butter
- Flourless Chocolate Torte

Bring your favorite date night drinks and favorite vinyl to share! - Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

We can't wait to share an unforgettable night of music, food, and fun with you!

The word on the street is that the Blind Swine Speakeasy is back with another unforgettable evening on Saturday, August 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Don’t stall, fill the tank, grab your best gal or favorite pal, and motor on over to the building that, 100 years ago, opened its doors as Macomb Motor Co. Today it’s known as the Western Illinois Museum (WIM), but for one night, we’re turning back the clock to the Roaring Twenties.

As always, you’ll need the secret password to slip through the “back door” (WIM’s south entrance) before joining the festivities. Doors and bar service open at 6:00 p.m., with a $5 suggested donation to keep the good times rolling.

Back by popular demand after a 2021 performance at WIM, the Ivas John Band returns, led by Ivas’s masterful guitar work and baritone voice. His effortless style weaves together blues, swing, country, and jazz, showcased through both intricate fingerstyle and soulful slide guitar work. Ivas John is sure to deliver another unforgettable performance. 

In this, our 31st year, we are excited to bring you one of the Midwest's largest and most unique public free admission living history events to be held at historic Lake Storey Park in Galesburg, Illinois.
Come share in the excitement with almost 1,000 Visual Story Tellers, Reenactors, Living Historians, and almost 50 merchants and sutlers. Make plans to join us at The 31st Galesburg Heritage Days, a free, public-admission, family-friendly event.

2026- Civil War Camp registration fee is $10 per military and civilian reenactor 12 years of age and older, no charge for children 12 and under, who must be accompanied by an adult. Sutler/Seller fee is $75. We will provide our usual amenities, powder, and bounties.

Sunday:
7 am- Reveille

8:30 am- Officers Call @ Registration Tent, Camp opening to the public, Sutlers row opening.

9:30 am- “Brush Arbor Meeting” Church Service at Big Tent.

10:30 am- Battlefield open for drill.

12:30 pm- The Victorian Tea Ladies present "Civil War Sisters in Service Tea, Portraying Mary Bickerdyke and Miss West ", Big Tent.

2:00 pm- Civil War Battle, Official Welcome and opening, battle concluding with Reenactor Pass in Review. 

3:30 pm (approx.)- Camp closing, for everyone’s safety, we will open the gates right after the crowd has diminished and when safe to do so.

Mamma Mia, EAR we GROW again!
Join us for our 73rd festival!
August 13th - August 16th

Sunday, August 16th:
Arts & Crafts In The Park: 11 am - 5 pm
Free Sweet Corn Served: 11 am
BBQ Chicken Dinners Served: 11 am - 10 pm
Carnival: 11:30 am - 5 pm
Sweet Corn Festival Parade: Noon
Bingo NE Corner of the Square: 1 pm - 3 pm
Free Goat Yoga Class w/Zen Soul: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Prairie Players Civic Theatre is excited to announce A Night of One Acts, an evening of short plays to be presented on Saturday, September 19. Auditions for actors will be held on Sunday, August 16, at 2:00 P.M. and Monday, August 17, at 6:00 P.M. at 160 South Seminary Street in Galesburg. This will be followed by a four-week rehearsal period leading up to the performance.
A Night of One Acts is designed to be an accessible entry point for those curious about theatre, while also providing a welcoming path back for veteran participants. With a shorter rehearsal process and simplified production elements, this format allows for creativity without a large time commitment.
We're delighted to share that the two shows that are being staged this year are: Wishing Well, written and directed by Charlie Vestal, and The Monkey's Paw, based on the classic short story by W. W. Jacobs and directed by Adam Chasteen.

Vestal is looking for actors who can play 30 years or younger, and Chasteen is looking for actors to play 20 years and older.
Both directors ask that those who are auditioning be at least 18 years old.

A Night of One Acts is sponsored by NextUp Transition Curriculum and The Illinois Arts Council. For more information, go to prairieplayers.com.