# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event 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 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the iconic Mother Road, U.S. Route 66. To celebrate, the festival will feature the Skoolie Swarm, where 50+ unique rigs will line Downtown Pontiac for visitors to explore, paying tribute to legendary Route 66 artist and traveler Bob Waldmire and his famous conversation bus. 

This family-friendly festival will bring two days of live music (with headliner Chicago Farmer performing Saturday at 7:00 PM), fine art vendors, a community mural, food trucks, interactive activities, and more to the 200 block of West Madison Street, the alleyway, and The Eagle Theater. 

The live music lineup includes:

Saturday, May 2

Dan Blanchette | Bob & Ringos Beer Garden | 9AM - 11AM

The Riker Maneuver | Main Stage on Plum | 11AM - 2PM

Victor Raul Contreras | Bob & Ringos Beer Garden | 2PM - 4PM

Carrie Sue & The Woodburners | Main Stage on Plum | 4:30PM - 6:30PM

Chicago Farmer | Main Stage on Plum | 7PM - 9PM


Sunday, May 3

Mackville Bluegrass | Main Stage on Plum | 10AM - 12PM

Pistol Packin Mamas | Bob & Ringos Beer Garden | 12PM - 3PM


Don't forget to pick up your giveaway at The Art Center (209 West Madison Street).

Wrap up the weekend on Sunday with the All Pontiac Car Cruise-In in Downtown Pontiac, commemorating 100 years of the Pontiac Motors brand!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/2026-swinging-bridges-arts-festival/200029806985921
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, music, entertainment, live-music, performances, food-drinks, fine-arts, theatre, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 222

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Pontiac
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL
- **lat**: 40.88017
- **long**: -88.62994
- **full address**: 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL, 233 N Mill St, Pontiac, IL 61764-1906, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival takes place on Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 03 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL, 233 N Mill St, Pontiac, IL 61764-1906, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival?
  - **A:** 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival is organized by Pontiac Tourism.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pontiac, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 220+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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