Events

Carnival sponsored by Busey Bank

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

That’s right! The carnival is also returning for all four days of the festival with a bracelet night kick-off. The carnival is located West of the Arena. Thursday, Sept. 8th – 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM Friday, Sept. 9th – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM Saturday, Sept. 10th – 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM Sunday, Sept. 11th – 11:00 AM […]

Kids Experience

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

Bring your kids to this free space at Pekin Marigold Festival to make #marigoldmemories!

Art in the Park sponsored by Vonderheide Floor Covering

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

Likely the most anticipated event of the Marigold Festival, Art in the Park returns this year with a vendor line up that is sure to keep you excited through every turn! Please note dogs are not permitted into Art in the Park. Shopping opens Saturday Sept 10th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and returns Sunday Sept 11th from 9:00 […]

Community Spotlight sponsored by UnityPoint Health

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

The Pekin Marigold Festival is more than a celebration. It’s a platform for dozens of non-profit organizations to share their message and fundraise for their cause. Learn more about these pillars of our community at UnityPoint Health Community Spotlight. To register as a non-profit organization, please register here: 2022 UnityPoint Health Community Spotlight Application (jotform.com)

Festive Foods sponsored by Pekin Insurance

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

Did you know each of our Pekin Insurance Festive Food vendors is represented by a local non-profit organization? The Pekin Marigold Festival serves as the biggest fundraising event of the year for many! Support your community: buy a corndog. Or donuts. Or loaded potato. Or… #marigoldmemories #PekinMarigoldFestival

Marigold Parade sponsored by Commerce Bank

Gather along Broadway Road as we celebrate the menagerie of organizations and businesses who make Pekin an amazing place to live, work and play!