# Festivals in Galesburg | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Galesburg. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## Festivals Events in Galesburg

- **Event Name**: Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 3 of 5): Faculty and Friends Concert
  - **Description**: Since 1995, the Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival has kicked off the weekend early with the Knox Faculty and Friends Combo Jam Session. This gathering of musicians reflects the vibrant live jazz scene in central Illinois, featuring Mason Boore, Jason Brannon,
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  - **Date**: Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu May 07 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galesburg/knox-rootabaga-jazz-festival-day-3-of-5-faculty-and-friends-concert/200029771162017
  - **Venue**: Smokin' Willies BBQ
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- **Event Name**: Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 5 of 5): The Baga Big Band, Rootabaga HS All-Stars Big Band
  - **Description**: Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival: Big Band Night!

The evening opens with the Rootabaga Jazz All-Stars at 6:30 PM—a select ensemble of regional high school musicians nominated by their band directors—under the direction of Justin Haynes. The concert continues
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: The Orpheum Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 4 of 5): Alyssa Allgood Sextet, GHS Jazz Bands, Cherry St Combo
  - **Description**: Night 4 of the Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival

6:00 PM Galesburg High School Silver and Gold Jazz Bands
7:00 & 9:00 PM Alyssa Allgood Sextet ft Victor Garcia and Greg Ward
8:00 PM Doug Stone with the Cherry St Combo

The evening begins at 6:00 PM with p
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  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri May 08 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Smokin' Willies BBQ
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- **Event Name**: Cinco de Mayo Celebration ~ Galesburg IL!!
  - **Description**: It's a Cinco de Mayo Celebration!! 

Join us while we celebrate with the Hispanic Latino Resource Group and CBI Bank & Trust at Taste of Candy on Saturday, May 2nd for fantastic fun, games, samplings and history!

Enjoy Mexican Heritage and Culture in
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galesburg/cinco-de-mayo-celebration-~-galesburg-il/200029932938248
  - **Venue**: 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL, United States, Illinois 61401
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- **Event Name**: 12th Annual Monarch Migration Festival Planning Committee meetings
  - **Description**: Monthly 12th Annual Monarch Migration Festival Planning Committee Meeting.  Usually held the 3rd Wednesday of each month January- August 2026 (*Change for May 2026- *Tuesday May 12* same time & place) leading up to 12th Annual Monarch Migration Festiv
  - **Date**: Wed Apr 15 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galesburg/12th-annual-monarch-migration-festival-planning-committee-meetings/200029912417712
  - **Venue**: City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation office 1033 S Lake Storey Rd, IL
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## Trending Events in Galesburg

- **Event Name**: Justin Moore at Knox County Fairgrounds
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Justin Moore at Knox County Fairgrounds, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Knox County Fairgrounds in vibrant Galesburg,
  - **Venue**: Knox County Fairgrounds
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Galesburg Heritage Days
  - **Description**: Galesburg Heritage Days wants you to know that we are vigorously moving forward with our plans and arrangements for our huge August 2026 event. This is the 250th anniversary of the United States, so this is an exciting year for us!  
We are one of the Mid
  - **Venue**: Lake Storey Park, Galesburg, IL
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- **Event Name**: Suzy Bogguss at Orpheum Theatre - Galesburg
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Suzy Bogguss at Orpheum Theatre - Galesburg, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Orpheum Theatre - Galesburg nestled in bustling Galesburg,
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Galesburg
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- **Event Name**: An Evening with Suzy Bogguss
  - **Description**: Listen to win tickets to see Grand Old Opry member Suzy Bogguss Music at the The Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg, Saturday April 18th at 7:15pm!

Gold circle seating is already SOLD OUT!

Listen and win with Grandstand Concerts and WRMJ's Country Kickstart S
  - **Venue**: The Orpheum Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Food Truck Fridays: Family Fun Night
  - **Description**: 🎉 Food Truck Fridays – Galesburg, IL! 🍔🚚
Join us for a fun, family-friendly evening at Food Truck Fridays! FREE ADMISSION! Come out and enjoy a great selection of delicious food, local vendors, and affordable kids activities — all in one place.

Grab dinn
  - **Venue**: 151 E Simmons St, Galesburg, IL 61401-4606, United States
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- **Event Name**: 512: The Selena Experience
  - **Description**: Sponsored by G & M Distributors and Estrella Jalisco & Jarritos! 

The Orpheum Theatre presents 512: The Selena Experience. 


512: The Selena Experience is a mind-blowing musical tribute show and the closest one you can get to what it was like to
  - **Venue**: 57 S Kellogg St, Galesburg, IL, United States, Illinois 61401
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- **Event Name**: 39th Annual Fishing Derby
  - **Description**: Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Ages: 3-15 years old
Location: Lincoln Park 

The 39th Annual Youth Fishing Derby is a free event for families from the Galesburg area!  It is an excellent chance for children to be exposed to out
  - **Venue**: Lincoln Park Galesburg Il
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- **Event Name**: 100 Years of Hank Starring Jason Petty
  - **Description**: The Orpheum Theatre Presents 100 Years of Hank starring Jason Petty! 




There is only one Hank Williams...and only one actor who can bring him to life...Jason Petty. 


Jason is the only actor to portray Hank Williams in New York City's hit Off Broadway
  - **Venue**: 57 S Kellogg St, Galesburg, IL, United States, Illinois 61401
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- **Event Name**: Second Mortgage & the Sofa Kings
  - **Description**: Second Mortgage and the Sofa Kings, one of the area's longest-running good-time bands, will host a reunion concert for the benefit of the Galesburg Orpheum Theatre. The show will mark the band's forty years together and has been dubbed "Paid in Full."

Pr
  - **Venue**: 57 S Kellogg St, Galesburg, IL, United States, Illinois 61401
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 3 of 5): Faculty and Friends Concert (Thu May 07 2026 at 07:00 pm at Smokin' Willies BBQ), Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 5 of 5): The Baga Big Band, Rootabaga HS All-Stars Big Band (Sat May 09 2026 at 06:30 pm at The Orpheum Theatre), Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 4 of 5): Alyssa Allgood Sextet, GHS Jazz Bands, Cherry St Combo (Fri May 08 2026 at 06:00 pm at Smokin' Willies BBQ), Cinco de Mayo Celebration ~ Galesburg IL!! (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL, United States, Illinois 61401), 12th Annual Monarch Migration Festival Planning Committee meetings (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 05:00 pm at City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation office 1033 S Lake Storey Rd, IL).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Galesburg in April 2026?
  - **A:** 12th Annual Monarch Migration Festival Planning Committee meetings (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 05:00 pm at City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation office 1033 S Lake Storey Rd, IL).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Galesburg on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Galesburg?
  - **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 Festivals events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Galesburg include Smokin' Willies BBQ, The Orpheum Theatre, 61 S Seminary Street, Galesburg, IL, United States, Illinois 61401.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Galesburg include Knox College Music Department, Taste of Candy, IL Monarch Waystation Capital.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Galesburg.

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