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## Meetups Events in Galena

- **Event Name**: Heroes & Hugs - Free Family Event
  - **Description**: Meet your local heroes!  We believe that trust starts with connection.  Heroes &amp; Hugs is a chance for kids (and anyone really) to see the caring, human side of first responders--so when they need help, they won't be afraid to ask.

Everyone is invited
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  - **Date**: Tue Jul 14 2026 at 04:30 pm – Tue Jul 14 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galena/heroes-and-hugs-free-family-event/200030031782727
  - **Venue**: 402 S Main St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036
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  - **Categories**: kids
- **Event Name**: Romantic Galena Reads
  - **Description**: A gathering of book lovers, authors, and readers for the fifth annual Romantic Galena Reads taking place at the DeSoto House Hotel in Galena, IL.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 71
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galena/romantic-galena-reads/200028917557924
  - **Venue**: DeSoto House Hotel
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Disability Voters Rights Forum
  - **Description**: Join us in person to chat about disability rights and how to rock the vote!About this EventJoin Us at the Disability Voters Rights Forum!Hosted by Lynn Gallagher-
  - **Date**: Mon Sep 14 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon Sep 14 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galena/disability-voters-rights-forum/100001992448795984
  - **Venue**: Galena ARC Community Center
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Business
- **Event Name**: Game Night
  - **Description**: Fifth through twelfth graders are invited to drop in and play board games, card games, video games, and more with friends! 🎮🃏🎲 Free snacks. 🍿🍪🍒
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Wed Jul 08 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galena/game-night/200030076276251
  - **Venue**: 601 S Bench St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036
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## Trending Events in Galena

- **Event Name**: DeSoto House Hotel 4th of July Rooftop Party
  - **Description**: Come join us at the DeSoto House Hotel for a fun 4th of July rooftop party with great views, food, drinks, and music!About this EventWe're opening up our rooftop for our annual 4th of July Rooftop Party. Doors open at 6 P
  - **Venue**: DeSoto House Hotel
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- **Event Name**: 2026 NIGHT OF THE LUMINARIA
  - **Description**: Don't miss one of the most beautiful and romantic nights of the year in Galena.

More than 5,000 candlelit luminaries line the streets, steps, and sidewalks all throughout the downtown area.  From Main Street to the hills overlooking Grant Park, all of Ga
  - **Venue**: Main st. Downtown Galena
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- **Event Name**: Third Eye Blind
  - **Description**: Third Eye Blind
Saturday July 11th | The Outdoor Venue
DOORS 6PM | CONCERT 8PM

Since 1997, San Francisco's Third Eye Blind have recorded ten best-selling studio recordings, two live releases and assembled one career retrospective selling 12 million recor
  - **Venue**: 69300 E Nee Rd, Quapaw, OK, United States, Oklahoma 74363
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- **Event Name**: Bicentennial Corn Boil
  - **Description**: The biggest homecoming celebration Galena has ever had - come home for the Bicentennial Corn Boil in 2026!  Music, food, games, and all the fun a person can handle!  Go to https://www.galena2026.org/corn-boil/ for information and updates
  - **Venue**: Recreation Park, Galena Illinois
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- **Event Name**: Galena's Jeep Jingle & Santa Mingle 2026
  - **Description**: Join us in welcoming Santa to town to kick off the holiday season here in Galena.  

The fun begins at 5pm with a fleet of Jeeps for the Jeep Jingle headed down Main St to bring Mr. &amp; Mrs. Claus to town. Then follow the fleet to the Old Market House a
  - **Venue**: Galena, Ill
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- **Event Name**: 42nd Annual Nouveau Parade & Celebration
  - **Description**: Galena Cellars celebrates the release of the 2026 Nouveau wine!

We invite you to join us at our Luncheon, being hosted at our Downtown Galena location, 111 N. Main Street, at 12pm!

The parade of revelers will assemble at 2:30 p.m. for a trek around Gale
  - **Venue**: Galena Cellars (111 Main)
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- **Event Name**: Galena's Snowflakes & Sweets Stroll 2026
  - **Description**: Galena is hosting Snowflakes and Sweets Stroll! Take your time enjoying special sweet treats from our local bakeries, chocolatiers &amp; more.About this EventGalena is hosting Snowflakes and Sweets Stroll 2026! Enjoy swee
  - **Venue**: Check In:  All ticket holders must check in to pick up their punch card at Galena Cellars on Saturday between 11am-1pm.
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- **Event Name**: 24th Fur Ball: Gangsters & Flappers for Paws
  - **Description**: ✨ Save the Date ✨

Join us for the 24th Annual Fur Ball: Gangsters &amp; Flappers for Paws

Step back into the roaring ‘20s for a night of vintage glamour, jazzy vibes, and tail-wagging fun—all in support of the pets at the Joplin Humane Society 🐾

Saturd
  - **Venue**: Downstream Casino Resort
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- **Event Name**: Galena's August Sidewalk Sales
  - **Description**: During our August Sidewalk Sales Days, shop Galena's unique 1/2 mile Main St and find not only unique gifts and treasures but great deals as well.   Store will have discounts and seasonal releases just for you.  Many will be on the sidewalks, but also be
  - **Venue**: Main St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Meetups events in Galena?
  - **A:** Heroes & Hugs - Free Family Event (Tue Jul 14 2026 at 04:30 pm at 402 S Main St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036), Romantic Galena Reads (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 10:00 am at DeSoto House Hotel), Disability Voters Rights Forum (Mon Sep 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Galena ARC Community Center), Game Night (Wed Jul 08 2026 at 601 S Bench St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036).
- **Q**: What are the top free Meetups events in Galena?
  - **A:** Disability Voters Rights Forum (Mon Sep 14 2026 at 06:00 pm at Galena ARC Community Center).
- **Q**: What Meetups events are happening in Galena in July 2026?
  - **A:** Heroes & Hugs - Free Family Event (Tue Jul 14 2026 at 04:30 pm at 402 S Main St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036), Game Night (Wed Jul 08 2026 at 601 S Bench St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036).
- **Q**: How can I find Meetups events in Galena?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Meetups events in Galena on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Meetups events in Galena?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Meetups events in Galena?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Meetups events in Galena include 402 S Main St, Galena, IL, United States, Illinois 61036, DeSoto House Hotel, Galena ARC Community Center.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Meetups events in Galena?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Meetups events in Galena include Poopsie's of Galena, Romantic Galena Reads, Rotary Club of Galena.
- **Q**: Are there any online Meetups events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Meetups events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Meetups events in Galena?
  - **A:** Follow the Meetups category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Meetups events are listed in Galena.

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