Galena Events

Annual Events

Address: Green St Plaza, Galena, IL 61036 Dates: May 30, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Held at the start and end of summer, this exciting outdoor event draws guests to Galena's Main Street to enjoy warm weather and lively bands. Bring your comfortable shoes, as folks also enjoy dancing in the street.

Address: 123 N Commerce St, Old Market House, Galena, IL 61036 Dates: May 30 - October 10, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

The Farmer's Market is a Galena staple. Vendors arrive early in the morning at the Old Market House and unload their farm-fresh wares, including fresh fruits and vegetables, jams, jellies, baked goods and plants. Shoppers then mingle and peruse the goods, sampling here and there and happily walking away with a jar of...

Address: Grant Park, Galena, IL 61036 Dates: July 4, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Head to Galena's Grant Park to celebrate the 4th by watching a great fireworks display. Bring a picnic snack and a blanket or chair to sit on. The best viewing area is on the river's west side. Note that the park is closed during the afternoon of the 4th in preparation for the fireworks and that the display begins at...

Address: 111 E Myrtle, Elizabeth Fairgrounds & Community Bldg, Elizabeth, IL 61028 Dates: July 17 - July 19, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

The Elizabeth Community Fair takes place each year, usually in late July. The event brings with it the fun atmosphere of a traditional country fair complete with livestock shows, crafts for sale, live entertainment, carnival games and vendors selling everything from sunglasses to jewelry. Concessions are also...

Address: DeSoto House Hotel • S Main St, Galena, IL 61036 Dates: September 11 - September 13, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Since girls just want to have fun, the local chamber of commerce has orchestrated a weekend just for them! For over 15 years, ladies of all ages have gathered in Galena for the Annual Ladies Getaway Weekend featuring parties, shopping, demonstrations, tastings and teas. Merchants lay out the red carpet for their women...

Address: 123 N Commerce St, Old Market House Square, Galena, IL 61036 Dates: September 26, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This annual event has been drawing folks for 50 years. It's an open-air market that marks the start of the fall season. Vendors dressed in turn-of-the-century attire sell an enticing array of pastries, breads, desserts and other food goodies as well as flowers, crafts and other handmade items.

Address: Grant Park, Galena, IL 61036 Dates: October 10 - October 11, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

In full swing for over 25 years, the Galena Country Fair warmly welcomes guests to its many attractions, including over 150 artists and artisans, games, contests, a silent auction and a farmer's market. The fair offers plenty for guests of all ages, and the yummy aromas of funnel cakes and french fries fill the air....