Homecoming Music Department Showcase

Join us for a sampling of music from some of our choral and instrumental ensembles on Homecoming and Family and Friends weekend for the first annual Knox College Music Department Showcase. Free and open to the public!
Abingdon’s 2nd Annual Lighted Halloween Parade

Join us for our 2nd Annual Lighted Parade for ANYTHING ON WHEELS!! Meet at 6:15 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 at the fairgrounds for line up. We will then go down to N Main St and head South.
United Way’s Day of Action

October 4th is Day of Action and there is still time to register to join us! Join us at 8:00 am in the D Lobby at Carl Sandburg College for breakfast from Shawdaddy’s followed by a day
United Way’s Prom with a Purpose

Join United Way of Knox County at our second annual Prom with a Purpose on Saturday, October 19th at Cedar Creek Hall for a night of dancing and fun. We will be joined by NEON NOVA, so
Fall Family Festival

Enjoy an afternoon with your family at a Free Festival at First United Methodist Church of Galesburg. With an animal petting area, maze, scavenger hunt, pumpkin decorating, and snacks like apples, cotton candy, popcorn, cake pops, apple
Oquawka Car Show and Schuyler Street Stroll

The 29th annual Oquawka Car Show is on Schuyler Street in Oquawka on Saturday, September 28! Registration starts at 8am, with proceeds going to the Oquawka Toy Drive. Car awards will be given out at 2pm. In
Benefit for Mason Ashby

This is an event to help with finances and medical needs for my 20-year-old involved in a near fatal side by side accident April 13, 2024.
Knox College Jazz Ensemble Fall Concert

The Knox Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Justin Haynes presents their end of term concert as part of the weekly jazz night at the Galesburg Community Arts Center. Followed by the Cherry St Combo for the
Fall Jazz Series: Alyssa Allgood

The Fall Jazz Series aims to bring dynamic jazz voices from the region and beyond to Galesburg. Throughout Fall term, different guest artists will hold workshops/conversations with the attendees at the Galesburg Community Arts Center followed by
Fall Jazz Series: Matt Wilson

The Fall Jazz Series aims to bring dynamic jazz voices from the region and beyond to Galesburg. Throughout Fall term, different guest artists will hold workshops/conversations with the attendees at the Galesburg Community Arts Center followed by
Sweetest Day – Create Your Own Sweet Candy Necklace

Come to Discovery Depot and create a candy necklace with us! $1.00 with admission Saturday, October 19th 10:30 am- 1:00 pm
Fire Safety Fun

Come learn about fire safety with us at the Discovery Depot. Saturday, October 12th 10:30 am – 1:00pm Free with admission
Scenic Drive Barn Fest

Come to the Scenic Drive Barn Fest at Historic Walnut Grove Farm – a fall foliage event the first two weekends in October, (October 5th & 6th; 12th & 13th). At this event the farm is filled
Scenic Drive Barn Fest

Come to the Scenic Drive Barn Fest at Historic Walnut Grove Farm – a fall foliage event the first two weekends in October, (October 5th & 6th; 12th & 13th). At this event the farm is filled
Scenic Drive Barn Fest

Come to the Scenic Drive Barn Fest at Historic Walnut Grove Farm – a fall foliage event the first two weekends in October, (October 5th & 6th; 12th & 13th). At this event the farm is filled
Coffee, Cars & Coats

A benefit for McDonough Power Cooperative’s “Coats for Kids” program and to recognize the service of our linemen. Donuts, coffee, water, and hot chocolate will be available for a donation of a new child’s coat or cash.
Fall Jazz Series: Twin Talk

The Fall Jazz Series aims to bring dynamic jazz voices from the region and beyond to Galesburg. Throughout Fall term, different guest artists will hold workshops/conversations with the attendees at the Galesburg Community Arts Center followed by
Halloween Hoopla!

October 26 — 3-5 p.m. Join us for Halloween Hoopla! A night filled with spooky carnival games, craft creations, trick or treating, mad scientist lab, feast with the witches, pumpkin patch photo opps and more! Wear your
Scenic Drive Barn Fest

Come to the Scenic Drive Barn Fest at Historic Walnut Grove Farm – a fall foliage event the first two weekends in October, (October 5th & 6th; 12th & 13th). At this event the farm is filled
Celebrate National Noodle Day- Make Noodle Flowers

Enjoy noodles? We do too! Come celebrate National Noodle Day by making noodle flowers! FREE WITH ADMISSION Saturday, October 6th 12:30-2:00pm
