Events Calendar

Macomb will step back in time this October as the WWII Living History Event will take over Veterans Park for an expanded three-day experience, bringing World War II history to life through authentic reenactors, historic military vehicles, living-history encampments, battle reenactments, and interactive exhibits.

Taking place October 9–11 at Veterans Park, 1800 E. University Drive, the free event will offer visitors an opportunity to see, hear, and experience history from the perspective of the soldiers, civilians, and communities who lived through World War II. Activities will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with the event concluding at 3 p.m. Sunday.

This year's event represents the first time the community has hosted the experience in its current expanded format, bringing together more than 100 reenactors and a wide range of historical programming and activities. Visitors will be able to interact with reenactors portraying military and civilian personnel from multiple countries involved in World War II. Historically themed encampments will feature period-correct uniforms, equipment, vehicles, food, and other elements designed to provide a glimpse into everyday life during the war.

Virtual Program over Zoom

Join our next Lunch & Learn for a presentation by Mark DuBois of Central Illinois Insects! Titled Unusual, Obscure, and Preposterous Insects, you're in for a fantastic lunch hour exploring the world of our native insects!

​Register below, and we will send you the Zoom link.

IT’S TIME TO GET WILD, FALCONS!
The West Burlington Elementary PTO is excited to invite all of our WB families to our annual PUMPKIN TAILGATE!
Friday, October 9th
5:00–6:30 PM
West Burlington Elementary Playground

This year’s theme is WILD ABOUT WB!
Pumpkin Silent Auction — Cash or check accepted.
Free-will donation dinner
50¢ desserts — Cash only.
Bring your lawn chairs if we’re able to be outside!
Rain location: Elementary Gym.
And once the event is complete, head over to the West Burlington football game afterward!
Come get WILD about WB with us! GO FALCONS!

Nova Singers, in collaboration with the Galesburg Public Library Foundation is offering a free workshop, Singing and Dancing the South African Way with Michael Barrett.  The workshop is open to the public and will be held on Friday, October 9, from 5-6:30 pm at the Galesburg Public Library Community Room. Internationally known conductor, educator, composer and choral clinician Dr. Michael Barrett from the University of Pretoria, South Africa will share his experiences gathering traditional songs of South Africa and teaching and arranging them.

Dr. Barrett has served as conductor of the University of Pretoria (TUKS) Camerata and full-time faculty member in choral conducting at the University of Pretoria from 2013–2025, and has been a Research Associate at the University of Pretoria since April 2025. Dr. Barrett’s choirs have received numerous national and international awards, and he is in demand worldwide as a guest conductor, lecturer, adjudicator, and clinician.

Internationally, he has conducted and presented in the USA, United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Oceania, and made both his Carnegie Hall and Sydney Opera House debuts in 2026. Under his leadership, the TUKS Camerata won the Grand Prix of Nations in Riga (2014, 2017), performed at the World Symposium on Choral Music, recorded six albums, and appeared at the ACDA National Conference (March 2025).

As a composer and arranger, Dr. Barrett has over 45 published works, currently serves as Conductor in Residence at Kingswood College (Melbourne), and is the founder and artistic director of Australia Sings.

Misery 1990
Rated: R
Runtime: 107 minutes 
Based on the novel by Stephen King. After surviving a severe car crash in a remote area, famed novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by Annie Wilkes, a former nurse who claims to be his "number one fan." However, when Annie discovers that Paul has killed off her favorite character in his latest book, her devotion turns into a terrifying nightmare. Holding him captive in her isolated home, she forces him to write a new novel to bring the character back to life under increasingly brutal conditions. Starring Kathy Bates and James Caan. Directed by Rob Reiner. 

Lobby Doors Open: 6:30 pm
General Admission available at the door only.
Tickets: $5.00 Includes admission and one box of popcorn.

Click the link to watch the trailer here!

*All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. 
*Prohibited items: No backpacks. No Weapons. No outside food or beverage.
*A full selection of concessions including Popcorn, Candy, Soda, Water, Beer, Wine, and Cocktails are available. 

Walk of the Dead Haunted Trail opens October 2^nd and will run Fridays and Saturdays in October from 7:00 – 11:00 pm.  Located behind Lakeside Water Park (1033 S Lake Storey Road, Galesburg), the haunted trail offers patrons a terrifying walk through the woods. In its tenth year of operation, Walk of the Dead Haunted Trail is managed by the non-profit AGES Community in cooperation with the City of Galesburg.  The cost is $20 per person.

“This is our tenth year of scaring folks in the woods!” says organizer Sean Godsil. “We have new areas and new scares, but we have some old favorites too, of course. Every year we do things differently, so if you’ve come a previous year, we promise this year will be different. Actually, things can be different from night to night; you never know what to expect on the Walk of the Dead.”

Organizers recommend the haunt to children older than 13 years of age. The event is entirely outdoors and weather permitting, so please dress accordingly. No open-toed shoes, slippers, flip-flops, or slides allowed.   

Proceeds from the haunted trail help support the city’s nature programs and other recreational activities, including the Fishing Derby.  

For more information and weather-related updates, follow Walk of the Dead on Facebook and Instagram. Tickets are sold at the Lakeside Water Park ticket booth or purchase them online at www.walkofthedead.org and avoid the line at the ticket booth.

Western Illinois University Theatre and Dance has announced its Fall 2026 season, featuring a lineup of classic theatre, contemporary musical theatre, original dance works, and a showcase highlighting the talents of WIU students and faculty. The Fall 2026 season will take place in the new Goldfarb Center for Performing Arts, with performances in the Clow Theatre and Hainline Theatre, in Brown Hall.

TWELFTH NIGHT is a lively romantic comedy about mistaken identity, love, and self-discovery. After being shipwrecked, Viola disguises herself as a man and becomes entangled in a love triangle involving Duke Orsino and Lady Olivia, leading to confusion, humor, and unexpected revelations. Through wit and disguise, the play explores love in all its foolishness and joy.

Our 6th market of the season is here! Hot food this week will be from Little Pallet Farmhouse, and music by Tex Carroll. Production is increasing every week. Our vendors love seeing you!

The Macomb Farmers Market is dedicated to providing an opportunity for local farmers, food producers, artisans, and crafters to sell directly to the consumer in a venue that builds community and supports the development of entrepreneurs.

All your favorite vendors will be there selling produce, plants, baked goods, clothes, and many more. Stop by to check all these amazing products!
Market starts at 8 am and ends at 1 pm at Washington Park!