This event begins on Friday, July 28 and goes till Saturday, July 29th! Fridays event will be Bike night that starts at 5 p.m. and goes till 11 p.m. Bike Night will have a live band, food vendors, adult beverages, bike show, and merchandise! Saturdays event is the Downtown Cruise that begins at 11:30 a.m. and goes until 7 p.m. […]
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS EXTENSION 4-H FULTON-MASON-PEORIA-TAZEWELL UNIT The annual 4-H Fair is a family-friendly fair with interactive activities for everyone! Find us on Facebook: Tazewell County 4-H Veterans Memorial Fair Association. Dates: July 31 - August 2
In memory of Larry Goodlickhttps://www.pekinparkdistrict.org/activities-programs/larrys-casting-kids/ Come join us for a day of fishing at the beautiful Mineral Springs Park Lagoon! All those pre-registered will receive their own Larry’s Casting Kids T-shirt. The fishing derby is held on a Saturday with trophies, bait, breakfast, and prizes. Participants under the age of 14 will need an adult buddy (with a fishing license) […]
A family-friendly event that involves live music, food trucks, and a bar that serves beer and wine! Bring your own lawn chairs and enjoy a perfect day overlooking the iconic scenery of Mineral Springs Park! This event is Free (plus $2 for an optional adult beverage bracelet).
Music, Venders, Food, Cocktails, Dancing!
Pekin Main Street invites you to join us for a "Taste of Pekin". Stroll down Court Street while enjoying a taste of entrees, appetizers, sweet treats, drinks and more from local restaurants. Tickets are $1 each and available for purchase at the event!
The first Pekin Marigold Festival was held in 1973 to honor Pekin’s favorite son, Everett McKinley Dirksen, who continues to be honored each year at the festival. Dirksen, at the strong urging of David Burpee from the Burpee Seed Company, tried to make the marigold the national floral emblem. In support of Dirksen, the community began growing marigolds. While Dirksen […]
Pekin Marigold Fesitival Opening Ceremonies after the PCHS Football Game
Likely the most anticipated event of the Marigold Festival, Art in the Park returns this year with a vendor lineup that is sure to keep you excited through every turn! Shop on Saturday, September 9th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and again Sunday, September 10th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Gather along Broadway Road as we celebrate the menagerie of organizations and businesses who make Pekin an amazing place to live, work and play! The parade route begins at 14th Street with the theme, Marigolds on the Menu! The parade line-up will be posted at www.pekinmarigoldfestival.com and on Facebook on Wednesday, September 6.
The Marigold Mile Sprint kicks off the Marigold Festival Parade on Saturday morning! The start time is 10 a.m. With check in/registration beginning at 9 a.m. at Vonderheide's parking lot. The finish line is in the 300 Block of Court. $15 for Pre-registration and $20 for day of registration. Sign up at shazamracing.com, contact: pekinchamber@gmail.com
This demonstration is nostalgic and where #marigoldmemories are made. Lanterns will be available for purchase during the Marigold Festival. Write a memory or wish on your lantern or honor a loved one. The lanterns will be cast into the lagoon at dusk.
