# Events & Things To Do in Pontiac, IL in May 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in May 2026 in Pontiac, Illinois. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in May 2026 in Pontiac, Illinois.
- **Category**: May
- **Display Name**: Events in May
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Wondering what to do on the weekend or on a not-so-fun night? We have all you need, discover all the happening events in May [YEAR] in [CITY] and find the best picks of yourself. Be it a theatre workshop, meditation class or an entertaining concert, there are a bunch of curated events in [CITY] in May [YEAR] for you.

## May Events in Pontiac

- **Event Name**: 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival
  - **Description**: Kick off the summer in Downtown Pontiac at the 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival, in partnership with Red Carpet Corridor weekend on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd! Hosted by the Greater Livingston County Arts Council, this will be the 6th Annual
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun May 03 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/2026-swinging-bridges-arts-festival/200029806985921
  - **Venue**: 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL
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- **Event Name**: Pontiac Cruise Night 2026 Season
  - **Description**: Get ready for another unforgettable season of Downtown Pontiac Cruise Nights 2026! 

Join us as we celebrate the Route 66 & Pontiac Car Centennial with a full lineup of special features and themed nights you won’t want to miss. Car lovers are invited
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/pontiac-cruise-night-2026-season/200029806986328
  - **Venue**: Downtown Pontiac
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- **Event Name**: Wine, Beer and Spirits Tasting Event
  - **Description**: Come join us for a fun-filled evening of sampling a variety of wines, beers, and spirits at our tasting event!About this EventWine, Beer and Spirits Tasting EventWelcome to the Wine, Beer and Spirits Tasting
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 03:00 pm – Fri May 08 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/wine-beer-and-spirits-tasting-event/100001985672871010
  - **Venue**: Liquor N Wine
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: wine-tasting
- **Event Name**: LCHS Garage Sale & Vendor Market
  - **Description**: Get ready for one of our favorite days of the year because the LCHS Garage Sale & Vendor Market is back! 🎉🐾

Join us on May 9th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the shelter for an afternoon packed with treasure hunting, tasty food, local makers, and plenty
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/lchs-garage-sale-and-vendor-market/200029908789843
  - **Venue**: 21179 N 1358 East Rd
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- **Event Name**: Plastic Green Armymen at Mill St Tap Pontiac
  - **Description**: Plastic Green Armymen at Mill St Tap Pontiac
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00)
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  - **Venue**: Mill St. Tap
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- **Event Name**: Sacred Forest Women's Healing Retreat
  - **Description**: Join us in the Sacred Forest for a soul-refreshing women’s healing retreat, reconnecting with nature and yourself!About this EventWelcome to the Sacred Forest Women's Healing Retreat!Step away fro
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/sacred-forest-womens-healing-retreat/100001986157008077
  - **Venue**: Humiston Woods Nature Preserve
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  - **Price**: USD 45
- **Event Name**: OSF Saint James Auxiliary Bake Sale
  - **Description**: Come and choose from lots of tasty treats in our lobby at the OSF Saint James Auxiliary Bake Sale. Everything starts at 8 a.m. and will continue until all items are sold. Can't wait to see you there!
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  - **Date**: Mon May 04 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/osf-saint-james-auxiliary-bake-sale/200029908789434
  - **Venue**: 2500 W Reynolds St, Pontiac, IL, United States, Illinois 61764
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## Trending Events in Pontiac

- **Event Name**: PEEKABOO B2B LYNY | 4/11/26 | Russell Industrial Center
  - **Description**: PEEKABOO B2B LYNY

'are we dreaming? tour'

w/ 
BORNE
SYZY
DÊTRE

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SATURDAY APRIL 11, 2026
RUSSELL INDUSTRIAL CENTER
DETROIT

8PM DOORS | AA

THECROFOOT.COM

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@peekaboobeats
@itsborne
@lynyofficial
@syzymusic
@detrebeats
  - **Venue**: 1 S Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI, United States, Michigan 48342
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- **Event Name**: Jay Electronica w/ Boldy James Live in Pontiac Michigan April 25
  - **Description**: JAY ELECTRONICA ANNOUNCES “THE NINETEEN DAY RECONNAISSANCE TOUR” LIVE IN PONTIAC, MICHIGAN SATURDAY APRIL 25TH AT THE CROFOOT!!!!
FEATURING NEELAM + KITTY CA$H + DJ KELLY GREEN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

JAY ELECTRONICA ANNOUNCES “THE NINETEEN DAY RECONNAISS
  - **Venue**: The Crofoot
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- **Event Name**: Curren$y at The Crofoot Ballroom
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Curren$y at The Crofoot Ballroom, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming The Crofoot Ballroom in the heart of Pontiac,
  - **Venue**: The Crofoot Ballroom
- **Event Name**: SVDDEN DEATH, MVRDA in Pontiac
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch SVDDEN DEATH Live at Elektricity on Saturday, May 9, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? SVDDEN DEATH is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Crusade, Behemoth VIP and
  - **Venue**: Elektricity
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- **Event Name**: Napalm Death
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Pike Room at The Crofoot
🏠 Address: 1 South Saginaw, Pontiac, MI 48342
🌆 City: Pontiac
📍 Location: 42.6366, -83.2915🎉 Welcome to Napalm Death, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at P
  - **Venue**: Pike Room at The Crofoot
- **Event Name**: 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival
  - **Description**: Kick off the summer in Downtown Pontiac at the 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival, in partnership with Red Carpet Corridor weekend on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd! Hosted by the Greater Livingston County Arts Council, this will be the 6th Annual
  - **Venue**: 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL
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- **Event Name**: Napalm Death | 6/5/26 | The Pike Room
  - **Description**: NAPALM DEATH

with 
PRIMITIVE MAN
MORAL POLLUTION

FRI JUNE 5, 2026
THE PIKE ROOM
PONTIAC
  - **Venue**: 1 S Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI, United States, Michigan 48342
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- **Event Name**: INFEKT, 7L, Codd Dubz, Sanzu, Usaybflow in Pontiac
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for INFEKT Live at Elektricity on Saturday, April 18, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. INFEKT is set to light up Elektricity with their unforgettable sound on
  - **Venue**: Elektricity
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- **Event Name**: Curren$y in Pontiac
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Curren$y Live at The Crofoot on Saturday, April 18, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Curren$y is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like 1982 (with Curren$y & LE$),
  - **Venue**: The Crofoot
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top May events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL), Pontiac Cruise Night 2026 Season (Sat May 16 2026 at 05:00 pm at Downtown Pontiac), Wine, Beer and Spirits Tasting Event (Fri May 08 2026 at 03:00 pm at Liquor N Wine), LCHS Garage Sale & Vendor Market (Sat May 09 2026 at 11:00 am at 21179 N 1358 East Rd), Plastic Green Armymen at Mill St Tap Pontiac (Sat May 23 2026 at 08:00 pm at Mill St. Tap).
- **Q**: What are the top free May events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Wine, Beer and Spirits Tasting Event (Fri May 08 2026 at 03:00 pm at Liquor N Wine).
- **Q**: How can I find May events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming May events in Pontiac on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for May events in Pontiac?
  - **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 May events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting May events in Pontiac include 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL, Downtown Pontiac, Liquor N Wine.
- **Q**: What is the price range for May events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Prices for May events in Pontiac range from USD 45 to USD 45. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for May events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting May events in Pontiac include Pontiac Tourism, Pontiac Cruise Night, Liquor N Wine.
- **Q**: Are there any online May events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many May 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 May events in Pontiac?
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