# Event Details

- **Event Name**: America 250 Community Block Party
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join the America 250 Committee, Mayor Kelly Eckhoff, and the City of Pontiac in celebrating America's 250 with the Community Block Party event on Saturday, July 11 at Humiston-Riverside Park (400 W Water St)! The festivities begin at 4:00 PM and offer fun for all ages throughout the evening.

Event Schedule:

4:00 PM – Competitive Cornhole Tournament

Test your skills in the Competitive Cornhole Tournament, starting at 4:00PM. Cost to enter is $20 per person. Advanced registration is preferred and can be done so at Pontiac City Hall (115 W Howard St) and the Rec Center (900 N Elm St) at the front desk.

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Children's Games and Facepainting

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Test out your aim with the Dunk Tank feat local teachers from Pontiac Grade School District 429! Each throw is $1 and the funds will go to each school whose staff are in the tank when you dunk them.

4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Adult beverage tent hosted by Emancipation Brewery (cash and card accepted)
Food trucks featuring Brick & Ember Pizza, Philly Factory, and Taco Mario's
Ice cream treats from 66 Licks
America 250 commemorative t-shirts available for purchase at the General Store booth

5:30PM - 9:00PM

The classic rock band, Five Guys Named Moe, will be performing at the bandshell.

Don't miss out on the ultimate summer neighborhood hangout!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/america-250-community-block-party/200030245463846
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, parties, kids, sports, music, food-drinks, tournaments
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 303

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Pontiac
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Humiston Riverside Park
- **lat**: 40.878535724559
- **long**: -88.632998559105
- **full address**: Humiston Riverside Park, 425 W Water St, Pontiac, IL 61764-1750, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is America 250 Community Block Party being held?
  - **A:** America 250 Community Block Party takes place on Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Humiston Riverside Park, 425 W Water St, Pontiac, IL 61764-1750, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing America 250 Community Block Party?
  - **A:** America 250 Community Block Party is organized by City of Pontiac, IL - Municipal Government.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** America 250 Community Block Party is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. 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 300+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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