# Upcoming Jazz Fest, Concerts & Events 2026 In Galesburg

- **Subtitle**: Explore the world of jazz; from live jazz nights to jazz concerts in Galesburg this weekend, there is everything in this genre that will fit you just right.
- **Category**: Jazz
- **Display Name**: Jazz concerts events
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Indulge in the soulful music with jazz nights in [CITY]. Weekdays or weekends, enter the lovely musical world with some very beautiful jazz events in [CITY]. Go to a bar, restaurant or a theatre near you that host jazz nights; spend some quality time with your people amidst the music. If you are a lover of this music genre then you have to attend the biggest jazz festivals in [CITY] when the artists tour or the bands perform. Don’t miss boogie woogie-ing or keeping it Latin with the best jazz music events in [CITY].
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## Jazz Events in Galesburg

- **Event Name**: Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 2 of 5): Area Big Bands and Doug Stone with the Cherry St Combo
  - **Description**: Join the Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival for an evening celebrating outstanding student jazz musicians from across the region.

Featuring:
Galesburg Junior High Big Band — Joanna Sieczka, director
Canton High School Big Band — Bethany Herink, director
ROWVA
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  - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed May 06 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Smokin' Willies BBQ
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- **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**: Knox College and Sherrard High School Jazz Ensembles at Jazz Night
  - **Description**: The Knox Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Justin Haynes presents a concert as part of the weekly jazz night at Smokin’ Willies BBQ with the Sherrard High School Jazz Band.  Followed by the Cherry St Combo for the regular jazz night.

Join in a Galesbu
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu Apr 23 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galesburg/knox-college-and-sherrard-high-school-jazz-ensembles-at-jazz-night/200029912423837
  - **Venue**: Smokin' Willies BBQ
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- **Event Name**: Knox College Jazz Ensemble Spring Concert at Jazz Night
  - **Description**: The Knox Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Justin Haynes present their end of the year concert as part of the weekly jazz night at Smokin’ Willies BBQ. Followed by the Cherry St Combo for the regular jazz night.

Join in a Galesburg tradition that is 3
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  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galesburg/knox-college-jazz-ensemble-spring-concert-at-jazz-night/200029912421829
  - **Venue**: Smokin' Willies BBQ
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## Trending Events in Galesburg

- **Event Name**: Justin Moore at Knox County Fairgrounds
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Justin Moore at Knox County Fairgrounds, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Knox County Fairgrounds nestled in bustling 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**: 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**: Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 2 of 5): Area Big Bands and Doug Stone with the Cherry St Combo
  - **Description**: Join the Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival for an evening celebrating outstanding student jazz musicians from across the region.

Featuring:
Galesburg Junior High Big Band — Joanna Sieczka, director
Canton High School Big Band — Bethany Herink, director
ROWVA
  - **Venue**: Smokin' Willies BBQ
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- **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,
  - **Venue**: Smokin' Willies BBQ
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- **Event Name**: Paint the Town Platinum - Thrives' 19th Annual Auction
  - **Description**: Some nights are just events. This one will be a celebration of 70 years of community, generosity, and lives changed.

Something truly special is happening this year — and we want our entire community to be part of it.

Join us for Paint The Town Platinum,
  - **Venue**: The Vault at Reserve Artisan Ales
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Jazz events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Knox-Rootabaga Jazz Festival (Day 2 of 5): Area Big Bands and Doug Stone with the Cherry St Combo (Wed May 06 2026 at 06:00 pm at Smokin' Willies BBQ), 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), Knox College and Sherrard High School Jazz Ensembles at Jazz Night (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:30 pm at Smokin' Willies BBQ).
- **Q**: What Jazz events are happening in Galesburg in April 2026?
  - **A:** Knox College and Sherrard High School Jazz Ensembles at Jazz Night (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 06:30 pm at Smokin' Willies BBQ).
- **Q**: How can I find Jazz events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Jazz 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 Jazz 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 Jazz events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Jazz events in Galesburg include Smokin' Willies BBQ, The Orpheum Theatre.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Jazz events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Jazz events in Galesburg include Knox College Music Department.
- **Q**: Are there any online Jazz events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Jazz 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 Jazz events in Galesburg?
  - **A:** Follow the Jazz category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Jazz events are listed in Galesburg.

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