Events

Time Capsule Opening Ceremony

City Hall 111 S. Capitol, Pekin, IL, United States

Join City of Pekin Mayor Mary Burress, members of the City Council, and city staff as they open the Time Capsule located at City Hall, 111 S. Capitol, Pekin. The event will take place on July 4, 2024 at 9:00 am. The public is invited to attend.

Honor America Celebration

The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to host the 76th Annual “Honor America Celebration” fireworks display at Pekin Memorial Stadium. This beloved community event will be held at nightfall July 4th, with a rain date of the following evening. Detailed information can be found below. We can’t wait to see you there! This event would not be possible […]

Pekin Park Foundation’s Bicentennial Bash

Pekin Mineral Springs Park 1701 Court St, Pekin, IL, United States

Celebrate Pekin's rich history at the Pekin Park Foundation's Bicentennial Bash, a spectacular event set to take place on July 6, 2024. Sponsored by the Pekin Park Foundation, this grand celebration promises an unforgettable experience for residents and visitors at the Pavilion on the Lagoon and along Pavilion Drive in Mineral Springs Park. Activities run 3 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. […]

Pekin Park Concert Band – 97th Summer Band Season

Pekin Mineral Springs Park 1701 Court St, Pekin, IL, United States

Mineral Springs Park (by the Pavilion)   Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. Rain location: Miller Center   Pekin Park Concert Band contributions and sponsorship funding: Pekin Park Concert Band Foundation Fund P.O. Box 1568 Pekin, IL 61555

Pekin Park Concert Band – 97th Summer Band Season

Delavan Veterans Park Fourth and Elm Streets, Pekin, IL

Delavan Veterans Park (Fourth and Elm Streets)   Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. Rain location: Delavan United Methodist Church   Pekin Park Concert Band contributions and sponsorship funding: Pekin Park Concert Band Foundation Fund P.O. Box 1568 Pekin, IL 61555

Pekin Farmers Market – July 11

Miller Center Parking Lot, located at 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL, United States

MARKET DETAILS: Dates: Thursdays, June 6 - August 29, September 12, October 10 Times: 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Locations: Miller Center Parking Lot, located at 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL (moved inside if inclement weather) What: Entertainment, Food Trucks, and Vendors PUBLIC ATTENDANCE:  It's free to attend! Bring the family and enjoy the entertainment, food, crafts, and more […]

Sports Card N’ Collectors Show

Avanti's Event Center 3401 Griffin Ave, Pekin, IL, United States

Trading cards, jerseys, toys, comics, figurines, pops, grab bags, etc... FREE admission with concessions available!

Pekin Park Concert Band – 97th Summer Band Season

Pekin Mineral Springs Park 1701 Court St, Pekin, IL, United States

Mineral Springs Park (by the Pavilion)   Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. Rain location: Miller Center   Pekin Park Concert Band contributions and sponsorship funding: Pekin Park Concert Band Foundation Fund P.O. Box 1568 Pekin, IL 61555

Pekin Farmers Market – July 18

Miller Center Parking Lot, located at 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL, United States

MARKET DETAILS: Dates: Thursdays, June 6 - August 29, September 12, October 10 Times: 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Locations: Miller Center Parking Lot, located at 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL (moved inside if inclement weather) What: Entertainment, Food Trucks, and Vendors PUBLIC ATTENDANCE:  It's free to attend! Bring the family and enjoy the entertainment, food, crafts, and more […]

Pekin Park Concert Band – 97th Summer Band Season

Pekin Mineral Springs Park 1701 Court St, Pekin, IL, United States

Mineral Springs Park (by the Pavilion)   Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. Rain location: Miller Center   Pekin Park Concert Band contributions and sponsorship funding: Pekin Park Concert Band Foundation Fund P.O. Box 1568 Pekin, IL 61555

Pekin Park Concert Band – 97th Summer Band Season

Delavan Veterans Park Fourth and Elm Streets, Pekin, IL

Delavan Veterans Park (Fourth and Elm Streets)   Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. Rain location: Delavan United Methodist Church   Pekin Park Concert Band contributions and sponsorship funding: Pekin Park Concert Band Foundation Fund P.O. Box 1568 Pekin, IL 61555