# All Events in Sterling

- **City**: Sterling
- **State**: Illinois
- **Country**: United States
- **Continent**: North America
- **Timezone**: -06:00
- **Currency**: USD
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## Sterling's Most-Loved

### Events Categories

- [Music (32 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/music)
- [Business (8 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/business)
- [Parties (34 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/parties)
- [Food & Drinks (28 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/food-drinks)
- [Crafts (26 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/crafts)
- [Festivals (22 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/festivals)
- [Fine Arts (5 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/fine-arts)
- [Health & Wellness (7 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/health-wellness)
- [Kids (44 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/kids)
- [Performances (6 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/performances)
- [Sports (15 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/sports)
- [Trips & Adventure (10 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/trips-adventures)
- [Concert (4 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/concerts)
- [Dance (4 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/dance)
- [Theatre (2 events)](https://allevents.in/sterling/theatre)

## Popular Events in Sterling

- **Event Name**: Rally on the Rock!
  - **Description**: Cruise nights are back—and Downtown Sterling is ready to Steel your Heart in 2026! ❤️⚙️
Plus, we’ve added a 4th Rally night to this year’s lineup!

Join us at the Sterling Marketplace on the First Fridays of June, July, August & September for your fav
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    - Count: 150
  - **Date**: Fri, 05 Jun at 06:00 pm – Fri, 05 Jun at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/rally-on-the-rock/200029618330738
  - **Venue**: 111 W 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081, United States
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  - **Categories**: music, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Sterling Street Fest
  - **Description**: Sterling Main Street and the City of Sterling are teaming up to celebrate America’s 250th and bring you Sterling Street Fest, a brand-new, block-party-style celebration that we’re hoping to make an annual tradition!

This family-friendly festival will tak
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 941
  - **Date**: Sat, 25 Jul at 02:00 pm – Sat, 25 Jul at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/sterling-street-fest/200029633996156
  - **Venue**: 3rd Street & Light Street, Downtown Sterling, IL
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  - **Categories**: festivals, kids, entertainment, parties, music, art
- **Event Name**: Sterling Main Street Car Show 2026!
  - **Description**: 🚗❤️ The Sterling Main Street Car Show returns to the Sterling Marketplace for 2026—and it’s ready to Steel Your Heart. ⚙️

What started in 2014 has grown into a beloved downtown tradition, bringing together car enthusiasts, families, and the community for
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1127
  - **Date**: Sun, 03 May at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/sterling-main-street-car-show-2026/200029618148204
  - **Venue**: 111 W 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081, United States
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  - **Categories**: car-shows, art, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Hot Dog Day 2026!
  - **Description**: Get ready to relish one of Sterling’s most beloved traditions! Hot Dog Day is back in downtown Sterling for another summer celebration packed with flavor, fun, and community spirit.

Join us for a day of classic hot dogs served up fresh (cooking locations
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 870
  - **Date**: Fri, 07 Aug at 11:00 am – Fri, 07 Aug at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/hot-dog-day-2026/200029644168016
  - **Venue**: Downtown Sterling, Il
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  - **Categories**: dog, funfairs, shopping
- **Event Name**: Night at the Races
  - **Description**: Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy fun, friendly competition, and community impact!

Join us for Night at the Races—an interactive evening where you’ll cheer on your horses, place bets, and celebrate big wins with friends. Whether you’re
  - **Date**: Fri, 01 May at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mount-sterling/night-at-the-races/200029936201632
  - **Venue**: 505 Quincy Rd, Mt Sterling, IL 62353-1459, United States
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  - **Categories**: Sports, Nonprofit, Contests
- **Event Name**: Movie in the Park
  - **Description**: Ready for a little movie magic? 

The Wizard of Oz is coming to Grandon Civic Center for Movies in the Park on September 26th!

Bring the kids, bring your friends, and don’t forget your courage, brain, and heart.

There will be pre-movie entertainment, co
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    - Count: 424
  - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/movie-in-the-park/200029633996056
  - **Venue**: Grandon Civic Center
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, kids, magic-show
- **Event Name**: Rock & Rev 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for the second annual Rock and Rev Festival, a day filled with excitement and entertainment for the whole family! This vibrant event includes a car show, family fun area, vendor market, food trucks, a celebration of 250 years of American history a
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 398
  - **Date**: Sat, 20 Jun at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mount-sterling/rock-and-rev-2026/200029207526521
  - **Venue**: 399 Fairground Street, Mount Sterling, IL
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  - **Categories**: music, festivals, entertainment, concerts, car-shows, trips-adventures, camping, food-drinks, country-music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Shades of HUNKS at Elevate Studio (Sterling, IL) 05/28/26
  - **Description**: Don't Miss The Premier Ladies Night Event! Experience Unforgettable, Jaw-Dropping Excitement. Secure Your Spot Now!About this EventShades of HUNKS at Elevate Studio (Sterling, IL) 05/28/26Tickets
  - **Date**: Thu, 28 May at 08:00 pm – Thu, 28 May at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/shades-of-hunks-at-elevate-studio-sterling-il-05-28-26/100001986299435080
  - **Venue**: Elevate Studio
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  - **Price**: USD 18 to 79
  - **Categories**: entertainment, performances, trips-adventures, parties
- **Event Name**: Earth Day Celebration - Petting Zoo - Opening day of Outdoor Market
  - **Description**: Join us for an Earth Day Celebration on OPENING DAY of our EXPANDED Market when we double in size with the additional vendors under our Market Pavilion!  Petting Zoo and 45+ Vendors! Bring the family for all the fun.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 468
  - **Date**: Sat, 25 Apr at 08:00 am – Sat, 25 Apr at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/earth-day-celebration-petting-zoo-opening-day-of-outdoor-market/200029786510306
  - **Venue**: 106 Avenue A, Sterling, IL, United States, Illinois 61081
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- **Event Name**: Shelley’s Dance Studio Alumni Dances
  - **Description**: It’s Shelley’s Dance Studio’s 35th Year!! What!?! Yes!🙌 

Attention Alumni Dancers! We are doing TAP (tap shoes) and JAZZ (in cowboy boots) dances this year PLUS a LEGACY DANCE!!! 
You can do all 3 if you qualify or just join in the fun of 1 or 2!!! 

Alu
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    - Count: 81
  - **Date**: Sat, 09 May at 01:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/shelley’s-dance-studio-alumni-dances/200029908771814
  - **Venue**: Centennial Auditorium
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Sterling Main Street Cruise Night / 6pm-8pm
  - **Description**: Join us for the Rally on the Rock Cruise Night at the Sterling Marketplace for an evening of cool cars, live music, and great food!  We had a great time playing here last year and look forward to doing it again!

https://sterlingmainstreet.org/events/crui
  - **Date**: Fri, 05 Jun at 06:00 pm – Fri, 05 Jun at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/sterling-main-street-cruise-night-6pm-8pm/200029914516325
  - **Venue**: Twin City Farmers Market
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: 9th annual Cinco de Mayo Wellness Festival
  - **Description**: Join us for our ninth annual Cinco de Mayo Wellness
Festival! Stop by this free family event for information
on health and wellness, kids activities, music, and
more. Food will be available for purchase and music
will be provided by DJ Kiké! For more info
  - **Date**: Fri, 08 May at 05:00 pm – Fri, 08 May at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/9th-annual-cinco-de-mayo-wellness-festival/200029919330959
  - **Venue**: 412 1st Ave, Sterling, IL, United States, Illinois 61081
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  - **Categories**: health-wellness, Festivals, Kids
- **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Chalk The Walk
  - **Description**: Join us on July 11, 2026, for the 3rd annual Chalk the Walk.  It is FREE and open to all ages.  Every participant will receive a goody bag with chalk and a sidewalk square to decorate.  We will have music, food, treats, games, and tons of fun.  Our theme
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    - Count: 128
  - **Date**: Sat, 11 Jul at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/3rd-annual-chalk-the-walk/200029585636420
  - **Venue**: Grandon Civic Center
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- **Event Name**: July 4th Weekend
  - **Description**: Friday, July 3rd�🕡 6:30 PM – Bags Tournament
$5 per player
Winners take the pot!
Saturday, July 4th�☕ 8:00 – 11:00 AM – Ruby’s Coffee Coach
Start your morning with fresh coffee!
🎨 11:00 AM – Tie-Dye Craft (Kids Activity)
Each child should bring an item to
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 72
  - **Date**: Fri, 03 Jul at 02:00 pm – Sun, 05 Jul at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/july-4th-weekend/200029869720826
  - **Venue**: 24832 W Rock Falls Rd, Sterling, IL 61081-9109, United States, Sterling, IL, United States, Illinois 61081
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  - **Categories**: kids, sports, fourth-of-july, contests, tournaments, parades
- **Event Name**: Cheryle Riley’s Breast Cancer Benefit
  - **Description**: Hey everyone 💕

As many of you know, my mom, Cheryle, is bravely fighting Stage 4 breast cancer — and if you know my mama, you know she’s strong, stubborn (in the best way), and full of love. Now it’s our turn to pour that love right back into her.

We’re
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 72
  - **Date**: Sun, 26 Apr at 03:00 pm – Sun, 26 Apr at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/cheryle-riley’s-breast-cancer-benefit/200029889174435
  - **Venue**: Champs Banquet Venue
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  - **Categories**: Entertainment, performances, Music, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Memorial Day Campground Weekend
  - **Description**: Kick off summer with a fun-filled Memorial Day weekend at the campground!

Friday, May 22�🚚 Food Truck Night - Brito's 5-9pm 🏊 Pool Opens for the Season – 11:00 AM

Saturday, May 23�🎯 Adult & Kids Bags Tournament�$5.00 entry fee

Sunday, May 24�🎨 Chal
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    - Count: 21
  - **Date**: Fri, 22 May at 02:00 pm – Mon, 25 May at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/memorial-day-campground-weekend/200029718820614
  - **Venue**: 24832 W Rock Falls Rd, Sterling, IL 61081-9109, United States, Sterling, IL, United States, Illinois 61081
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  - **Categories**: memorial-day, food-drinks, art, fine-arts, kids
- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5k
  - **Description**: 🇺🇸 2nd Annual Running for Valor 5K 🇺🇸
📅 June 27th

June 27th is more than just race day — it’s PTSD Awareness Day, a day that holds deep meaning for us.

This year, we will jump the day before and run the day of in honor of all those who have fought the b
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 73
  - **Date**: Sat, 27 Jun at 08:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/2nd-annual-running-for-valor-5k/200029361938257
  - **Venue**: Elevate Youth Center Sterling IL
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  - **Categories**: sports
- **Event Name**: 🎨 WellRounded Guided Art – Guest Artist Corinne
  - **Description**: This class is limited to 24 participants. If the registration form does not show on our webpage, the class is full. We hope to see you there! 
🎨 WellRounded Guided Art – Guest Artist Corinne (via Zoom)
🗓 April 19th | ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Rooted Wellness (310
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 21
  - **Date**: Sun, 19 Apr at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/wellrounded-guided-art-guest-artist-corinne/200029781230830
  - **Venue**: 3101 Freeport Road, Sterling, IL, United States, Illinois 61081
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  - **Categories**: art, workshops, health-wellness, fine-arts, drawing-painting

## Parties in Sterling

- **Event Name**: Rally on the Rock!
  - **Description**: Cruise nights are back—and Downtown Sterling is ready to Steel your Heart in 2026! ❤️⚙️
Plus, we’ve added a 4th Rally night to this year’s lineup!

Join us at the Sterling Marketplace on the First Fridays of June, July, August & September for your fav
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 150
  - **Date**: Fri, 05 Jun at 06:00 pm – Fri, 05 Jun at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/rally-on-the-rock/200029618330738
  - **Venue**: 111 W 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081, United States
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  - **Categories**: music, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Shades of HUNKS at Elevate Studio (Sterling, IL) 05/28/26
  - **Description**: Don't Miss The Premier Ladies Night Event! Experience Unforgettable, Jaw-Dropping Excitement. Secure Your Spot Now!About this EventShades of HUNKS at Elevate Studio (Sterling, IL) 05/28/26Tickets
  - **Date**: Thu, 28 May at 08:00 pm – Thu, 28 May at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/shades-of-hunks-at-elevate-studio-sterling-il-05-28-26/100001986299435080
  - **Venue**: Elevate Studio
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  - **Price**: USD 18 to 79
  - **Categories**: entertainment, performances, trips-adventures, parties
- **Event Name**: Customer Appreciation Weekend 2026!
  - **Description**: Join us for a weekend all about YOU! We are so appreciative of each and every one of you. Whether it's shopping at the store, stopping in to say hello, sharing us on social media, or referring us to friends... YOU are the highlight of our days. 
We are so
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri, 24 Apr at 08:00 am – Sat, 25 Apr at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mount-sterling/customer-appreciation-weekend-2026/200029845237948
  - **Venue**: 125 E Main St, Mount Sterling, IL, United States, Illinois 62353
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  - **Categories**: contests, shopping
- **Event Name**: 2026 Opening Day
  - **Description**: 💦 Pool Opening Day at Ruffit Park! 💦

The wait is over! Join us as we officially open the campground pool for the season.

Come enjoy:
✨ Open swim
🎶 Music
🏖️ Poolside relaxation
🍧 Cool treats

Bring the whole family and celebrate the start of summer with
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Fri, 22 May at 11:00 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/2026-opening-day/200029824134734
  - **Venue**: 24832 W Rock Falls Rd, Sterling, IL 61081-9109, United States
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, camping
- **Event Name**: Opening Weekend Celebration!
  - **Description**: Join us as we kick off another amazing year, the 61st annual camping season! Bring the whole family for a weekend of fun, fresh air, and community.

Saturday Night: Kids’ Game Night at 6:00!

Card games, board games, and tons of laughter — a perfect way f
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    - Count: 76
  - **Date**: Fri, 01 May at 02:00 pm – Sun, 03 May at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/opening-weekend-celebration/200029701007430
  - **Venue**: 24832 W Rock Falls Rd, Sterling, IL 61081-9109, United States, Sterling, IL, United States, Illinois 61081
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  - **Categories**: kids, trips-adventures, camping
- **Event Name**: Dan Ramirez back to the Brinks patio!
  - **Description**: outside on the patio
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 20
  - **Date**: Sun, 31 May at 05:00 pm – Sun, 31 May at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sterling/dan-ramirez-back-to-the-brinks-patio/200029701283304
  - **Venue**: Brink's
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- [View all Parties in Sterling](https://allevents.in/sterling/parties)

## Artists & Performers on Tour in Sterling

- **Artist**: Natalia Lafourcade
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/natalia-lafourcade
- **Artist**: Santana
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/santana
- **Artist**: Tim McGraw
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/tim-mcgraw
- **Artist**: Mumford & Sons
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/mumford-sons
- **Artist**: UB40
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/ub40
- **Artist**: Breaking Benjamin
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/breaking-benjamin
- **Artist**: Jon Z
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/jon-z
- **Artist**: The Wiggles
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/the-wiggles
- **Artist**: Stone Temple Pilots
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/stone-temple-pilots
- **Artist**: Dave Matthews Band
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/dave-matthews-band
- **Artist**: Zucchero
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/zucchero
- **Artist**: La Roux
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/la-roux
- **Artist**: MYA
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/mya
- **Artist**: Spin Doctors
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/spin-doctors
- **Artist**: Clueso
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/clueso
- **Artist**: The Avett Brothers
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/the-avett-brothers
- **Artist**: Lorna Shore
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/lorna-shore
- **Artist**: Broilers
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/broilers
- **Artist**: Matt Maher
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/matt-maher
- **Artist**: Alexander Eder
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/alexander-eder
- **Artist**: Andrew Bird
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/andrew-bird
- **Artist**: Sportfreunde Stiller
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/sportfreunde-stiller
- **Artist**: Michael McDonald
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/michael-mcdonald
- **Artist**: Johannes Oerding
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/johannes-oerding
- **Artist**: Pat Metheny
  - **Artist Page**: https://allevents.in/performer/pat-metheny
- (more artists omitted)

## Browse Events in Sterling by Date

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## Moments from Events in Sterling

- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **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
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- **Review**: "Very fun little scavenger hunt and trick or treating time with games, prizes, costumes and candy!"
  - **Rating**: 5/5
  - **By**: Laurel Hays
  - **Event**: Creepy Critters Halloween Open House 2025 at 5700 College Road, Birck Hall of Science - 2nd Floor, Lisle, IL, United States, Illinois 60532
  - **Date**: 2025-10-23 15:59:41
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## Frequently Asked Questions

- **Q**: What are the top events happening in Sterling?
  - **A:** Here are the top events in Sterling: Rally on the Rock! (Fri, 05 Jun at 06:00 pm, at 111 W 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081, United States), Sterling Street Fest (Sat, 25 Jul at 02:00 pm, at 3rd Street & Light Street, Downtown Sterling, IL), Sterling Main Street Car Show 2026! (Sun, 03 May at 08:00 am, at 111 W 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081, United States), Hot Dog Day 2026! (Fri, 07 Aug at 11:00 am, at Downtown Sterling, Il), Night at the Races (Fri, 01 May at 06:00 pm, at 505 Quincy Rd, Mt Sterling, IL 62353-1459, United States).
- **Q**: How can I find events happening in Sterling?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Sterling 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 Sterling?
  - **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 Sterling?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Sterling include 111 W 2nd St, Sterling, IL 61081, United States, 3rd Street & Light Street, Downtown Sterling, IL, Downtown Sterling, Il, 505 Quincy Rd, Mt Sterling, IL 62353-1459, United States, Grandon Civic Center.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Sterling?
  - **A:** Follow Sterling on AllEvents.in to receive notifications when new events are listed in your city.

## Sterling at a Glance

- **Total Upcoming Events**: 54
- **Followers**: 255
- **Trending Now**: This Weekend: 3, Live Music: 8

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