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!
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tonight's musician is Corey Jenny. He plays acoustic guitar, 90s, alt-country and Southern Rock. Enjoy happy hour with half-off martinis from 4-7pm.
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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 $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 Contact: 815.994.2868 Admission: Admission Fee
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Sounds From the Cellar kicks off with two musicians from Galena High School: Hayes Noble will headline the concert with his 90s Indie Rock band, and singer-songwriter Liliana Asta will open the show with an acoustic folk-pop set.
Galena Center for the Arts announces ...
Location: Galena Center for the Arts Address: 971 Gear Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.402.3111 Admission: Admission Fee
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
With your own portable ink pens, small watercolor set, and sketchpad, enjoy capturing the wonderful architecture of Galena, Illinois, with its charming downtown area and abundant historical buildings. At Ann Thomas' Painting Workshop, she will share her techniques for laying ...
Location: Galena Center for the Arts Address: 971 Gear Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 779.214.0261 Admission: Admission Fee
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
EDGE Foundation Presents Wingfest XVII Sponsored by: RT&T Enterprises and RT&T Repair
Wing Tasting begins at 2:00pm. Tickets for the tasing are $10.
Food vendors will be serving all day, and free inflatables set up for the kids from 12:00-8:00pm. Fireworks ...
Location: Downtown East Dubuque Address: Sinsinawa Avenue East Dubuque, IL 61025 Contact: 563.580.5222 Admission: Free Admission
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
We are excited to welcome local food truck favorites to Galena Cellars Vineyard this season! Enjoy delicious ice cream from Vesperman Farms! All of our wines will be available by the glass, bottle, wine tasting and tasting flight. Enjoy specialty drinks including wine slushies, sangrias, ...
Location: Galena Cellars Vineyard Address: 4746 N. Ford Road Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.777.3235 Admission: Free Admission
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 Contact: 815.994.2868 Admission: Admission Fee
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Guitarist Ron Tegeler, from Clinton, Iowa has been performing with local and national groups over the past 40 years. Although playing many genres of music during that time, his passion remains centered around jazz. Ron's style has been influenced by guitar greats such as Larry ...
Location: Galena Brewing Company Address: 227 N. Main Street Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.281.9015 Admission: Free Admission
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
The Perseid meteor shower happens every year in early August as Earth passes through an asteroid belt. With clear skies, we can see shooting stars all night long. Our guest presenter, Walter Trentadue, will tell us about this natural phenomenon and offer a look through powerful telescopes ...
Location: Horseshoe Mound Preserve Address: 1679 N. Blackjack Road Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.858.9100 Admission: Admission Fee
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 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: Address: 6522 S. Willow Road Stockton, Il 61085 Stockton, Il 61085 Contact: 815.244.3590 Admission: none
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
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
We are excited to welcome local food truck favorites to Galena Cellars Vineyard this season! Enjoy delicious BBQ from our friends from Rapped with Smoke. All of our wines will be available by the glass, bottle, wine tasting and tasting flight. Enjoy specialty drinks including wine ...
Location: Galena Cellars Vineyard Address: 4746 N. Ford Road Galena, IL 61036 Contact: 815.777.3235 Admission: Free Admission
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
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
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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