Check outGalena Country Original Experiences, a collection of brand new, only-in-Galena Country experiences, featuring unique educational workshops, delicious tastings, outdoor adventures and more!
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Join Galena's Main Street merchants for their summer cleaning, and you are the winner. There will be sales up and down Main Street, along both sides and inside the stores. Shop 'til you drop, and then pop into one of Main Street's great restaurants for a bite ...
Location: Address: Main Street Galena, Il 61036 Contact: 224.639.3436 Admission: Free Admission
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Willow is family, friends, music and love. The festival started in 1967, because the Willow United Methodist Church wanted a new way to raise money. Something beyond the chicken suppers and bake sales. Willow is a thing onto itself. You're camping in the middle of a cow pasture, ...
Location: Willow United Methodist Church Address: 6522 S. Willow Road Stockton, Il 61085 Contact: 815.244.3590 Admission: Admission Fee
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Take a piece of Galena Country with you!
You never know what you'll find when you browse the many exhibits at this annual outdoor art festival. Local and regional artists showcase their paintings, woodwork, jewelry, pottery, baskets, and more. Local musicians will perform ...
Location: Old Market House State Historic Site Address: 123 N. Commerce Street Galena, Il 61036 Contact: 815.776.9200 Admission: Free Admission
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guided tours of the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation's Casper Bluff are back for 2022. Bring the family to learn about the restored native prairies, oak savannas, and past Native American presence from trained volunteer guides. The tour will take place on mowed trails over ...
Location: Caser Bluff Land and Water Reserve Address: 870 S. Pilot Knob Road Elizabeth, IL 61036 Contact: 815.858.9100 Admission: Admission Fee
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tonight's musician is Jordan Danielsen from the Quad Cities. This singer songwriter combines pop sensibilities with class blues & rock to bring a party every time. Enjoy drink specials and $4 craft beer.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Join Galena Center for the Arts on Thursday, August 18, for the August Songwriters Showcase featuring Bruce Moon. Bruce will be accompanied by bass and guitar player Mike Hawksworth.
Bruce Moon is a singer-songwriter, art therapist and painter. Since the 1960s, Bruce has ...
Location: Galena Center for the Arts Address: 971 Gear Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.402.3111 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Let's get movin' and a shakin' together to some great classics! Enjoy 2 hours of interactive fun, a gourmet meal, and great drinks! Choose one of our 3 delectable entrees while you sit back and enjoy the show or get up and dance while enjoying the show! Reservations recommended.
Location: Amelia's Under the Lamplight Dinner Theater Address: 129 S Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.994.2868 Admission: Admission Fee
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Guided tours of the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation's Casper Bluff are back for 2022. Bring the family to learn about the restored native prairies, oak savannas, and past Native American presence from trained volunteer guides. The tour will take place on mowed trails over ...
Location: Caser Bluff Land and Water Reserve Address: 870 S. Pilot Knob Road Elizabeth, IL 61036 Contact: 815.858.9100 Admission: Admission Fee
9:30 AM - 8:00 PM
A day filled with fun for the whole family!
Kicking off with a parade at 9:30am, local businesses and food vendors will be downtown from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Enjoy a great car show, bags tournament, beer tent, kid activities and so much more.
Live music by Free Fall from 11:00am-1:30pm, ...
Location: Downtown Stockton Address: Main Street and Front Avenue Stockton, IL 61085 Contact: Admission: Free Admission
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
The vines are beautiful with ripening fruit. View the vineyard before we start harvest. Come out and enjoy the views, the wines, and the fun... with Music by Mr. Ed!
Location: Massbach Ridge Winery Address: 8837 S. Massbach Rd. Elizabeth, IL 61028 Elizabeth, IL 61028 Contact: 815.291.6700 Admission: Suggested Donation
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Corks and Canvas Create your own painting on Canvas or paint a pair of actual wine glasses. Choose from 8 designs for canvas and many designs for wine glasses. All supplies provided. A glass of wine is included with the class. Artist Sandra Principe will take you step by step through ...
Location: Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa Address: 444 Eagle Ridge Drive Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.541.0068 Admission: Admission Fee
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Today's musicians are the Kampfire Kings. Free entry. Just as you would expect, everything you can drink and sing along to around the campfire!
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Let's get movin' and a shakin' together to some great classics! Enjoy 2 hours of interactive fun, a gourmet meal, and great drinks! Choose one of our 3 delectable entrees while you sit back and enjoy the show or get up and dance while enjoying the show! Reservations recommended.
Location: Amelia's Under the Lamplight Dinner Theater Address: 129 S. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.994.2868 Admission: Admission Fee
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Aaron Kelly was never on American Idol, but did grow up on the edge of the Chicago megalopolis, falling under the influence of John Prine, Townes Van Zandt, and empathy, his songs are carefully crafted and made to last. He’s been featured by American Songwriter ...
Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Shekinah King is singer/songwriter and keyboardist, playing since age 15 and now working all types of occasions as a professional musician; she would love to come and play for you church, business or special events! Tonight, she returns to the Galena Brewing Company ...
Location: Galena Brewing Company Address: 227 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.281.9015 Admission: Free Admission
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Food, Music, Family & Fun !!
Organized by Galena Garlic Company, the Midwest Garlic Fest includes many local vendors selling naturally grown garlic, garlic related food items, local garlic themed dishes, beer, and wine. There will also be live entertainment and children's ...
Location: Terrapin Park - Elizabeth IL Address: 350 West Street Elizabeth, IL 61028 Contact: 847.493.9248 Admission: Admission Fee
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join Galena Center for the Arts for the 2nd annual “Support the Arts Garden Party”
The celebration will be held at Linmar Gardens, located at 504 S Prospect Street in Galena. Listen to live music and enjoy refreshments while exploring 3.5 acres of flowers, fountains ...
Location: Linmar Gardens Address: 504 S. Prospect Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.402.3111 Admission: Admission Fee
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tonight's musicians are Scott & Erika Guthrie on guitar and fiddle. Enjoy happy hour with half-off martinis from 4:00-7:00pm.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A new celebration called Live at the Plaza will be held at Green Street Plaza every last Thursday of the month, starting on May 26, and ending September 29!
This family-friendly, free-to-attend event will feature regional musicians, performers, food, and drink.
Thursday, August ...
Location: Green Street Plaza Address: 110 Green Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.776.9200 Admission: Free Admission
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Kristina and Shawn make pretty, lyrical, heartbreaky, folky layers from over the last 100 years, with vocal harmonies over the vastness of Shawn’s spacious guitar. Enjoy $4 craft beer.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:00 PM - 11:30 PM
From 6:00-8:00pm: Insect Collecting - Learn various techniques for collecting insects such as sweep netting, tree beating, and pit-fall trapping. Everyone can make seed bombs to plant at home.
From 8:00-11:30pm: Mothing Party - Over 11,000 species of moths are native to North ...
Location: Caser Bluff Land and Water Reserve Address: 870 S. Pilot Knob Road Elizabeth, IL 61036 Contact: 815.858.9100 Admission: Free Admission
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
In late 2016, singer/songwriters and longtime friends, Colleen Wild and Jason Benefield, teamed up to play a show together. Quickly, the collaboration turned from a side project to the main project for both artists, and they gave the duo the name "Echo and Ransom." They ...
Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a Paella Party! Executive Chef Fernando and Winemaker Eric White will be pairing Paella with our wines on Saturday, 8/27! Enjoy this classic Spanish cuisine as you relax at the Vineyard and enjoy live music; saffron-flavored rice cooked with chicken, sausage, scallops, ...
Location: Galena Cellars Vineyard Address: 4746 N. Ford Road Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.777.3330 Admission: Admission Fee
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Today's musician is Lenny Wayne hailing from right here in Galena, Illinois. Lenny is a prolific songwriter and spearheads the Songwriter Showcase at the Galena Arts Center. A well rounded supporter of all things musical, you can feel his passion through every song!
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for the songs of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennet, Tom Jones & Sammy Davis Jr., performed by the Sounds of Vegas featuring Bill Serritella and Vince Amore. Deck Seating - Enjoy the musical entertainment accompanied by a homemade personal pizza made just for you. 3 options: ...
Location: Fergedaboudit Vineyard & Winery Address: 4595 W. Speer Road Hanover, IL 61041 Contact: 815.591.2126 Admission: Admission Fee
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Break out your banjo and wash board for a boot kicking dance party when Lily takes the stage with her on dance-a-billy bluegrass!
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Location: The Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join such amazing women of the White House like Eleanor Roosevelt, Jane Pierce, Grace Coolidge, Alice Roosevelt, Jackie Kennedy, and Betty Ford as they discuss their time in the White House. This event is being held in the historically renovated Cording Event Barn at Hawk Valley ...
Location: Hawk Valley Retreat and Cottages Address: 2752 W. Cording Road Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.777.4100 Admission: Admission Fee
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tonight's musician is Corey Jenny. He plays acoustic guitar, 90s, alt-country and Southern Rock. Enjoy $6 Sangria all day.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come sing along with Steve as he sings cover songs from artist like the Beatles, Neil Young, CCR, Eagles, John Denver, Jimmy Buffet, Billy Joel and folk legends like Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Johnny Cash, FY5, as well as many many others. Enjoy happy hour with half-off martinis from ...
Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Deck Seating - Enjoy the musical entertainment accompanied by a little BBQ & Slaw handcrafted Hat Trick BBQ Company. Cash Bar including wine, beer and select mixed drinks
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
You know the drill, entry and rock n' roll and just about anything else by request. Free entry.
Performing more than 1500 solo/duo shows in the last six years, Jef has turned his passion for music into a career. He quickly built a fan base all across ...
Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Join us at the Grape Escape for some live music. The Lonely Goats combine rock n' roll and zydeco for a great party dance-off! Enjoy the Bloody Mary Bar from 11am-2pm.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Free Admission
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tonight's musician is Corey Jenny. He plays acoustic guitar, 90s, alt-country and southern rock. The drink special for tonight is $6 sangria.
#LiveMusicGalena
Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Poopsie’s is always trying to spread more positivity throughout the world we are part of. We have amazing law enforcement in our area and we want our kids to know that too. We are hoping to help kids build trusting relationships with law enforcement, by giving them a fun and ...
Location: Poopsie's Address: 402 S. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.777.1999 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tonight's musicians are Scott and Erika Guthrie on guitar and fiddle. Happy hour is from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. with half off martinis.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tonight's musician is Jordan Danielson from the Quad Cities. This singer/songwriter combines sensibilities with class blues and rock to bring a party every time. Tonight's drink special is $4 craft beer.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Need a date night idea for you and your significant other? Well look no further, this comedy show will have you laughing all night long. Enjoy 2 hours of interactive fun, a gourmet meal, and great drinks! Choose one of our three delectable entrees and sit back and enjoy the show! ...
Location: Amelia's Under the Lamplight Dinner Theater Address: 129 S Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.994.2868 Admission: Admission Fee
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Tonight's musician is Mike Droho from Baraboo, Wisconsin. His accolades include winning numerous songwriting contests on a national scale while combining his techno savvy to record backtracks to his intense pop melodies.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Love to read? Come to the first annual Romantic Galena Reads book fair at the historic DeSoto House Hotel!
In attendance will be around 30 romance authors from all over the country, including bestselling and award-winning authors of every romance genre – Contemporary, Historical, ...
Location: DeSoto House Hotel Ballroom Address: 230 S. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: Admission: Free Admission
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tonight's musicians are the Acoustic D.O.G.S. These dogs brings the rock and include some toe jamming violin to really trick your socks off! The drink special today is a Bloody Mary bar from 11:00am-2:00pm.
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Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Suggested Donation
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Need a date night idea for you and your significant other? Well look no further, this comedy show will have you laughing all night long. Enjoy 2 hours of interactive fun, a gourmet meal, and great drinks! Choose one of our three delectable entrees and sit back and enjoy the show! ...
Location: Amelia's Under the Lamplight Dinner Theater Address: 129 S Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.994.2868 Admission: Admission Fee
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Quartermania is back! A fun bidding game--open to the public!--on items donated from our Great Galena Businesses. Ticket purchase includes your entry fee, bidding paddle and snacks. Wine and beer will also be available for purchase.
Quartermania is a bid/auction ...
Location: Galena Art & Recreation Center Address: 11084 US Hwy 20 W. Galena, IL 61036 Contact: Admission: Admission Fee
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Join us at the Grape Escape for some live music! 90s rock comes back from Cedar Rapids for one night only!
Formed in 2015 and based out of Cedar Rapids, IA, The Unincorporated is a band which aims to bring their unique brand of Rock’n Roll to the world. Combining ...
Location: Miss Kitty's Grape Escape Address: 242 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0003 Admission: Free Admission
12:00 PM
Get ready for shopping deals, drinks & laughs! Many stores and restaurants will be hosting special events, in-store specials and more throughout the weekend.
All customers can collect their receipts from the weekend and turn them in on Sunday morning for a chance ...
Location: Downtown Galena Address: Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: Admission: Free Admission
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Learn how to make pasta dough and shape Tortellini and Agnolotti! Take your pasta dough home to make pasta with family and friends.
Ticket includes 1 glass of wine/champagne, 1 charcuterie board (per 3 people), main course of Morel Agnolotti, and a delicious mini ...
Location: Goldmoor Inn & Resort Address: 9001 N. Sand Hill Road Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.777.3925 Admission: Admission Fee
5:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Galena Center for the Arts invites you to the newest art exhibit, Summer Reflections!! "Summer Reflections" exhibit will be open to the public August 5 through September 25, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 4 pm.
On Friday, August 5 at 5 pm, the Center ...
Location: Galena Center for the Arts Address: 971 Gear Street Galena, IL 61036 Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.402.3111 Admission: Suggested Donation
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