# All Events in Nelson - **City**: Nelson - **State**: Illinois - **Country**: United States - **Continent**: North America - **Timezone**: -06:00 - **Currency**: USD - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/4a/3eb947ce48417e9f724bc0a3c8a200/USA-default.webp ## Nelson's Most-Loved ### Events Categories - [Parties (10 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/parties) - [Festivals (5 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/festivals) - [Kids (8 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/kids) - [Cooking (4 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/cooking) - [Food & Drinks (4 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/food-drinks) - [Performances (3 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/performances) - [Sports (3 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/sports) ## Popular Events in Nelson - **Event Name**: Dixon Pokemon Convention 5/23 - **Description**: Dixon Pokémon Convention Join us for a full day of Pokémon cards, collectibles, vendors, and community fun! Whether you’re a collector, player, or just getting started, this is the perfect place to buy, sell, trade, and explore everything Pokémon. Locat - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 77 - **Date**: Sat, 23 May at 09:00 am – Sat, 23 May at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/dixon-pokemon-convention-5-23/200029681130629 - **Venue**: Sauk Valley Community College - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8wNTc0YWE3MDhiZDA5MWE0OTFiOTkyOWY2YTAxZWRlMTc0ZjhkNmU4YzA4ODFhMmZkM2ZiY2NkZGFmYjBlYWMyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2ZlZmVmZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTgzNzcwMA.avif - **Categories**: pokemon, nonprofit - **Event Name**: Dixon Petunia Festival tournament - **Description**: Come on out for a fun full day of bags. We will be doing a competitive and a social division tournament. This is going to be a bring your own partner tournament. 4 rounds of round robin then a-b . $40 per team for competitive one pro per team, 100% payout - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Sat, 04 Jul at 11:00 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/dixon-petunia-festival-tournament/200029752751732 - **Venue**: On The Rock River - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9iOTdmODZhMzliN2RlMzI0M2U4OWFjNThiNWJiZTBlYTliNjlhMzAwZjRkODA4ZjVlYzU1MWIyNDdlZjc5ODAwLXJpbWctdzkyMi1oMjA0OC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTIzNTI1MQ.avif - **Categories**: sports, tournaments, festivals - **Event Name**: who else pig roast - **Description**: 2026 who else pig roast Saturday July 18th GED Sugarghost Knuckle Deep - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 120 - **Date**: Sat, 18 Jul at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/who-else-pig-roast/200029687524419 - **Venue**: WhoElse Land - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy85ZmNkZjYxNDgyMTNjMDUyMjMxYjRmZWVjMjhiZDQyOGViNjY4MDViYTBiZTk1ZTkxNDEzMjAxMTI3YWY3NzJkLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDE0NTQtZGMxODA2MDctZ21pcj92PTE3NzYwOTEzNDY.avif - **Event Name**: ZOWA Live: What, Me Worry? - **Description**: ZOWA Live returns to The Classroom in Nelson after the Summer and Fall Tour! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 24 - **Date**: Sat, 14 Nov at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/zowa-live-what-me-worry/200029460482237 - **Venue**: The Classroom Nelson - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=ZOWA+Live%3A+What%2C+Me+Worry%3F&date=Sat%2C+14+Nov+at+06%3A00+pm&bg=3 - **Event Name**: ZOWA Fest 7 - **Description**: ZOWA finishes off the year with ZOWA Fest 7! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 19 - **Date**: Sat, 12 Dec at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nelson/zowa-fest-7/200029460482036 - **Venue**: The Classroom Nelson - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=ZOWA+Fest+7&date=Sat%2C+12+Dec+at+06%3A00+pm&bg=2 - **Categories**: festivals ## Browse Events in Nelson by Date - [Events Today in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/today) - [Events This Weekend in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/this-weekend) - [Events in April 2026 in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/april) - [Events in May 2026 in Nelson](https://allevents.in/nelson/may) ## Moments from Events in Nelson - **Review**: "Great HS Play!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: neal hamilton - **Event**: Murphysboro High School Presents Chicago Teen Edition 3/7/26 at Murphysboro High School - **Date**: 2026-03-10 02:11:55 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/23/094e51f0e646089f79dc537c05f13f/images/image_picker_24661321-EABF-407D-A4C4-4D20C994611C-15088-000001BDE4CB88D1.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/4a864a266df7dff20c0ce47d55f14e91?s=800&d=identicon&r=g?sz=200 - **Review**: "A lovely afternoon. Well done to the Italian community for organising a safe family event for the people of Nelson" - **Rating**: 4/5 - **By**: Toni McKee - **Event**: Nelson Italian Festival 2026 — FREE! at Club Italia Nelson - **Date**: 2026-03-03 19:54:40 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/ec/9004433a434ace887e77c414cf5cb2/images/1000006933.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK01W4fsaR9JjtCIfDvyYvns19MgNCuPgE-1YVj_BOUfh0ELRY=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "I had a great time. I just didn't like that there was no warning that everything inside and parking outside was cash only. In fact that angered me that parking was not free." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Claribel Gallegos - **Event**: CHITOWN SHOWDOWN at CICERO STADIUM - **Date**: 2026-03-29 23:02:07 - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLLsIdvcnniwZK7WZ7fqXAGW2027EhAGbC2GpBrvVvNObFli3wW=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "my 5 year old son had a blast!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Annie Brown - **Event**: Skate Like a Champion at 1601 N 5th St, Springfield, IL 62702-2644, United States - **Date**: 2026-03-03 14:50:53 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/7c/54ae2523cd49a6b8fb04773c488f4d/images/image_picker_EB11D31E-2B44-4190-B09B-846E0ECEA74A-16984-000003E5002DA90D.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ_evPus75DGBTtnSYHAfje1C6mFVct-aJdEluivbVqXYeIEA=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "A fun evening with good food, drinks & friendly kitties." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Kathy Strawn - **Event**: Cat Tuesday Fundraiser at 524 E. Capitol Ave., Downtown Springfield, IL, United States, Illinois 62701 - **Date**: 2026-02-18 22:28:33 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/9c/230dc264f84b64bdd9694a3ea3e521/images/20260217_205410-COLLAGE.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJJJCRqn8I_y17Tqwkf_O_G7mb2g3nea-a-KbK77WKloKrOXBJF2A=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "GOD'S IRRESISTIBLE LOVE PEN PAL CLUB HOTTEST HUMANS IN AMERICA 🇺🇸 paperchasersinfo.blogspot.com" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Brandon C. - **Event**: Illinois U.S. Senate Democratic Primary Forum at South Suburban College - Performing Arts Center - **Date**: 2026-01-31 04:57:19 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fd/fa3d0ce0e542e496b9addaf627275f/images/hottest-humans-in-america.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJXhraW6ZWSTDimSYRM9GAz9hMPgBkeLheDRIVf4ZwnZUPL-5h3=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "What a great time very nice experience." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: yoly navarrete - **Event**: The Grinch Sip and Paint at Crepas Culichi - **Date**: 2025-12-19 19:09:05 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/de/a4054208134123b3596f89f2d41397/images/IMG_2098.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - **Review**: "Very well done! My dog had a great time and looked like all the other pups were having a good time too! Great fundraiser for a great rescue group" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Amy Legrand - **Event**: 11th Annual Doggie Easter Egg Hunt Benefitting Homeward Bound Waggin at Quincy Town Center - **Date**: 2026-03-29 19:03:14 - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJXkZskchK8wEfdUj1WTHBjxfwOD3_TJvMrPC7PRZtdp7jHRg=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Great event - lots of different cookies and great to meet some of the Chicago bakers!" - **Rating**: 4/5 - **By**: Ku Chiang - **Event**: The Chicago Cookie Market at Christmas Club Pop-Up Bar - **Date**: 2025-12-17 14:14:01 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/d8/5b8c75c558487082d9a5d5558e8fa9/images/BAAD3FF4-F999-41C1-97A7-67F0AA12EA1B.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocItSlIPyPkE8RwrBJ1jyM5xXxsWZFKnA3VmJLrdKIXlzTP7Ng=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "The streets were very clean from the snow and salt an No ice. I loved the scenic route. And the 3 hills were a challenge however I will be doing it again next year. P.S I drove 40 mins from Chicago to do this 5k. From the list of runners I was the only one." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Sandra Gardea - **Event**: Santa Shuffle 5k at Roc City Bar and Grill - **Date**: 2025-12-11 12:47:23 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/46/c7d62b29f548a7ba03b11db542f42c/images/9993.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJoz0rxH3s7LRw3xyt87MkyUx_nR_4QsgZBQc16QBTDz1B2_A=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "It was awesome! My 2 lady friends & I had the best time!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Joanie Nutting - **Event**: Lockport Annual Cookie Walk at 222 E. 9th Street, 60441 - **Date**: 2025-12-07 20:03:13 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/64/b21b304aaa4452aeec801f3968c175/images/IMG_9359.webp - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/d396a510-bc31-11f0-9774-53901ea914e5-rimg-w200-h200-dcd3d6db-gmir - **Review**: "I truly enjoyed the Puppy Yoga event at Inspyr. My experience was unique and very calming! Everyone was very friendly and I felt welcomed by the staff, fellow yoga-goers, volunteers, and puppies. The price I paid was well worth it!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: yolanda flowers-olaosebikan - **Event**: Pop-Up Puppy Yoga at 2924 W Euclid Ave, Arlington Heights, IL, United States, Illinois 60005 - **Date**: 2025-12-07 15:39:14 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/ca/72e830d8a747bfaccd152e46bca27b/images/1000023984.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - **Review**: "Loved it, had a lot of fun!!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Mary Martin - **Event**: Mahjong Lesson at Mary’s Market at Mary's Market (Roscoe) - **Date**: 2026-03-25 17:12:37 - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK7zrCCi7lVgsQ4O4kJTO-ltLA3ifvl1KS-ZQ6vBBwdQUO0dw=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "One of the best. We’ve only lived here a few years, but this was an excellent example of a community coming together." - **Rating**: 4/5 - **By**: Kyle Karsten - **Event**: 2025 Decatur Christmas Parade at Decatur Downtown Historic District - **Date**: 2025-12-07 14:26:59 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/0b/9d81fa68ed4a2f8f4c96d7e836c30d/images/IMG_1424.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/AGNmyxZl7EAullFtImxxzXYH9NYZBCFzetXoxF1uvsJK=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "It was an amazing and epic event. I truly feel honored to be part of the 2025 Hall of Fame Class 🥊🏆" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Tim Mazurkiewicz - **Event**: 2025 Illinois Martial Arts Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony at The Abbington Banquet - **Date**: 2025-11-17 16:12:24 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/52/c9114c65c24f139f56e2d4e3b2df81/images/IMG_0144.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIvZePAE3G3-hA0ZRPpC4bKDQmzyUkb03omQv9vfDV44vGh3Mc=s96-c?sz=200 - (more moments omitted) ## Frequently Asked Questions - **Q**: What are the top events happening in Nelson? - **A:** Here are the top events in Nelson: Dixon Pokemon Convention 5/23 (Sat, 23 May at 09:00 am, at Sauk Valley Community College, Nelson), Dixon Petunia Festival tournament (Sat, 04 Jul at 11:00 am, at On The Rock River, Nelson), who else pig roast (Sat, 18 Jul at 05:00 pm, at WhoElse Land, Nelson), ZOWA Live: What, Me Worry? (Sat, 14 Nov at 06:00 pm, at The Classroom Nelson), ZOWA Fest 7 (Sat, 12 Dec at 06:00 pm, at The Classroom Nelson). - **Q**: How can I find events happening in Nelson? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Nelson on AllEvents.in. Browse by category, date, or venue to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Nelson? - **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 event venues in Nelson? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Nelson include Sauk Valley Community College, On The Rock River, WhoElse Land, The Classroom Nelson. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Nelson? - **A:** Follow Nelson on AllEvents.in to receive notifications when new events are listed in your city. ## Nelson at a Glance - **Total Upcoming Events**: 5 - **Followers**: 4 ## Trending Categories in Nelson - [Festivals (2 events)](https://allevents.in/nelson/festivals) ## Explore Nelson - [Easter 2026 Celebrations In USA](https://allevents.in/events/easter-celebrations-in-usa) - [Car Shows 2026 In United States](https://allevents.in/events/car-shows-in-usa) ## Events in Nearby Cities - [Events in Rock Falls, Illinois, United States](https://allevents.in/rock falls-il) - [Events in Sterling, Illinois, United States](https://allevents.in/sterling-il) - [Events in Dixon, Illinois, United States](https://allevents.in/dixon-il) - [Events in Polo, Illinois, United States](https://allevents.in/polo-il) - [Events in Milledgeville, Illinois, United States](https://allevents.in/milledgeville-il) - [Events in Amboy, Illinois, United States](https://allevents.in/amboy-il)