Here’s a look at events happening around Galesburg this weekend. Times and details are subject to change. Contact organizers for the most up-to-date information.

Top Picks This Weekend

G-ALES-Burg Beer Fest — Saturday
Fourth annual beer festival featuring more than 30 beers, plus wine and mead. Proceeds benefit Vascular Anomalies Alliance.

Tapestry Unraveled: The Music of Carole King — Saturday Night
Live tribute performance at the Orpheum Theatre.

Spring Fling Scrabble Tournament — Saturday & Sunday
Competitive Scrabble tournament featuring regional and national-level players, with livestream coverage available.

Friday, April 10

“Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” 40th Anniversary Screening
The Orpheum Theatre continues its anniversary film series with the classic comedy about a high school senior’s unforgettable day off.
Time: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Location: Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St.
Cost: $5

Friends of the Library Book Donation Drive
The Galesburg Public Library is accepting donations for its upcoming book sale.
Time: Noon–4 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St.
Cost: Free

Food Insecurity & Resources: A Community Conversation
Discussion tied to this year’s Community Read, Bite by Bite by Aimee Nezhukumatathil.
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Public Library, 264 W. Main St.
Cost: Free

Saturday, April 11

Spring Fling Scrabble Tournament
Competitive Scrabble tournament featuring seven games and regional players. Pre-registration required.
Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (approximate)
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St.

Scrabble Tournament Livestream
Select games from the Spring Fling tournament will be streamed online.
Time: Various times
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center / Online

Second Saturdays: Spring Has Sprung
Nature walk, discussion of spring flowers and birds, and a flower-press craft. Dress for the weather.
Time: 9:30–11 a.m.
Location: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road
Cost: Free

Science Saturday at Discovery Depot
Hands-on science activities for children and families.
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St.

Teen & Adult Job Fair
Area employers will accept applications and resumes.
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Public Library Community Room, 264 W. Main St.
Cost: Free

Indoor Pickleball
Drop-in play for all skill levels. Ages 14 and older.
Time: 8–10:30 a.m.
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road
Cost: $5

Run/Walk Club
Group run/walk opportunity hosted by Barbells & Birdies.
Time: 9 – 10 a.m.
Location: 1865 Henderson St.
Cost: Free

Natural by Donna Marie Launch Party
Launch of a new home and body care line including soaps, lotions and sprays.
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Fashion Farm, 72 N. Seminary St.

G-ALES-Burg Beer Fest
Fourth annual event featuring more than 30 beers, plus wine and mead. Proceeds benefit Vascular Anomalies Alliance.
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Reserve Artisan Ales, 185 S. Kellogg St.
Cost: $35–$45

Name That Tune & Artist Spring Music Trivia
Food, drinks and baked goods available.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Knights of Columbus, 1556 E. Fremont St.
Cost: $10 per person

Tapestry Unraveled: The Music of Carole King
Tina Naponelli and her band present a tribute to Carole King.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St.
Cost: $27–$35 plus fees

Sunday, April 12

Spring Fling Scrabble Tournament (Day 2)
Continuation of the weekend Scrabble tournament.
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St.

Scrabble Tournament Livestream
Additional livestream coverage of tournament play.
Time: Various times

Ongoing This Weekend

Galesburg Community Arts Center Exhibitions
The Arts Center galleries are open to the public with rotating exhibitions by regional artists.
Location: 349 E. Main St.
Cost: Free

Discovery Depot Regular Programming
Hands-on exhibits and interactive learning experiences for children and families available throughout the weekend.
Location: 128 S. Chambers St.
Admission: Standard museum admission applies

Have an upcoming event?
Email details to public@galesburgcommunitynews.org for possible inclusion in future weekend listings.