This weekend in Galesburg: Easter events, live music and family activities

By Galesburg Community News    March 27, 2026

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From Easter egg hunts and family celebrations to live music and community gatherings, here’s what’s happening around Galesburg this weekend.

Featured events

Community Easter Egg Hunt

The City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual community Easter egg hunt for children and families, featuring eggs, treats and age-appropriate activities.

Time: 1–2 p.m. Sunday, March 29
Location: Lakeside area, Galesburg
Cost: Free

Egg Extravaganza at Discovery Depot

Discovery Depot Children’s Museum will host a family-friendly Egg Extravaganza featuring an egg walk, bubble activities, a spring photo area, Peep house engineering activity, bunny mask creation and egg ornament design.

Time: 9–10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28
Location: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St., Galesburg
Cost: $10 nonmembers; $5 members

Friday, March 27

Indoor Pickleball

Drop-in pickleball play open to all skill levels.

Time: 9 a.m.–noon
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road, Galesburg
Cost: $5

Tech Lab open hours

Teens and adults may visit the Tech Lab to use library technology resources.

Time: 9 a.m.–noon
Location: Galesburg Public Library Tech Lab, 264 W. Main St., Galesburg
Cost: Free

Wine, Beer and Spirits tasting

Participants can sample wines, beers and spirits from around the world, including local offerings.

Time: 3–6:30 p.m.
Location: Liquor ’n’ Wine, 1576 N. Henderson St., Galesburg
Cost: Not listed

CYFS Easter Egg Hunt

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions will host an Easter egg hunt with games, crafts and family activities.

Time: 5–7 p.m. (egg hunt begins at 5:15 p.m.)
Location: Lake Storey Park, Galesburg
Cost: Free

Saturday, March 28

Indoor Pickleball

Time: 8–10:30 a.m.
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road
Cost: $5

Tech Lab open hours

Time: 9 a.m.–noon
Location: Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St.
Cost: Free

GALEX 59: National exhibition and competition

Annual exhibition featuring artists from across the country. Runs through April 11.

Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St.
Cost: Free

Easter Bunny visit and egg hunt at Hy-Vee

Kids can participate in an egg hunt and photos with the Easter Bunny.

Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Hy-Vee, 2030 E. Main St., Galesburg
Cost: Free

Once Upon a Piano: Animal Stories in Sound

Musical storytelling performance featuring pianist Dr. Solee Lee-Clark and violinist Dr. Alyssa Mathias.

Time: 11 a.m.–noon
Location: Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St.
Cost: Free

33rd Annual Knox County Pheasants Forever banquet

Evening event featuring food, raffles and prizes.

Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: 2093 Knox Road 150 E, Galesburg
Cost: Single ticket: $85

Sunday, March 29

Bunny Hop & Shop

Family-friendly vendor event featuring shopping, food and Easter egg hunts for multiple age groups.

Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: 1855 E. Knox St., Galesburg
Cost: Kids 1 -12 Free; Adults $5

The 3rd RAA Adult Egg Hunt and Brunch

Adult egg hunt with brunch and drink packages for ages 21 and older.

Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. (egg hunt begins at noon)
Location: Reserve Artisan Ales and The Vault, 185 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg
Cost: $40

Knox Music Faculty Showcase

Performance featuring Knox College music faculty.

Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Kresge Recital Hall, Knox College
Cost: Free and open to the public

Events are compiled from community submissions and public listings. Inclusion does not constitute endorsement. To submit events, email public@galesburgcommunitynews.org.