Friday, June 12

Pickle Fest 2026

A pickle-themed festival is planned June 12-14 at Opie’s Bar & Grill.

Time: Friday, June 12, through Sunday, June 14
Location: Opie’s Bar & Grill, 158 N. Broad St.

Food Truck Friday

Food trucks, local vendors and children’s activities will be available during a family-friendly evening event.

Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Location: 235 E. Simmons St.
Cost: Free admission; food prices vary

Sandwiches for Seniors at McAlister’s Deli

McAlister’s Deli will donate 20 percent of Friday evening sales in June to support Sunshine for Seniors, which helps seniors in Knox County.

Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Location: McAlister’s Deli, 2701 Gale Village Drive
Cost: Menu prices vary

Teen Night Swim

The first teen night swim of the summer will feature a Y2K theme, music from the early 2000s, concessions, both pools and the waterslide. The event is for ages 12-18.

Time: 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Lakeside Water Park
Cost: $8 per swimmer

Saturday, June 13

Galesburg Farmers Market

Vendors will offer fresh, local and handcrafted items.

Time: 8 a.m. to noon
Location: 362 E. Simmons St.
Cost: Free admission; vendor prices vary

Judy’s Pancakes 5K and Fun Run Family Day

The family day includes a 5K, fun run, virtual option, bags tournament, food and other activities.

Time: 8 a.m. to noon
Location: 2323 Windish Drive
Cost: Register online, prices vary

Yoga in the Park

A summer yoga session will be held at Lake Storey Park. Participants are encouraged to preregister.

Time: 9 to 10 a.m.
Location: Lake Storey Park shelter area, 1572 Machen Drive
Cost: Free

Second Saturdays: Fishing Fun

Participants will learn the basics of fishing, then walk to the trailside dock in the Lakeside Nature Center woods to fish. Equipment will be available, though participants may bring their own. Anyone 17 or older must have a fishing license.

Time: 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Location: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road
Cost: Free

Printmaking Open Studio Certification with Nikki Ponce

Nikki Ponce will lead the first session of a two-part training course required for independent use of the Printmaking Studio during open studio sessions. Participants will learn proper practices for printmaking techniques, press settings, setup and cleanup.

Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St.
Cost: $25-30; Registration required

Ice Cream Cone Volcanoes

Children can learn about science through experiments during Science Saturday at Discovery Depot.

Time: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Discovery Depot, 128 S. Chambers St.
Cost: Free with museum admission

Juneteenth Soul Food Celebration at Allen Chapel

The community celebration will feature soul food, local history and fellowship. Food will be served free on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Allen Chapel AME Church, 153 E. Tompkins St.
Cost: Free; free-will donations appreciated

Bingo at the Galesburg VFW

Weekly bingo will be offered. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.

Time: 12:45 p.m.
Location: Galesburg VFW Post 2257, 1001 Michigan Ave.

CritZ: Community Art Critique

Participants may bring one or two original artworks, finished or in progress, for a friendly, constructive group critique. No prior critiquing experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome.

Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Location: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St.
Cost: $5; free with student ID

Mobile Playground

The city’s mobile playground will offer outdoor games and activities for children and families.

Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Location: Cooke Park
Cost: Free

Galesburg Sound Bath Event

A sound bath session will be offered at The Movement Journeyman.

Time: 2 to 3 p.m.
Location: The Movement Journeyman, 109 S. Cherry St.

Open Mic

An open mic event is planned at The Beanhive.

Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location: The Beanhive, 124 E. Simmons St.

Miss Knox County Juneteenth Pageant

The second annual pageant will celebrate Juneteenth. The event is free to attend.

Time: Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; pageant begins at 5 p.m.
Location: Whitcomb Art Center, Knox College
Cost: Free

Drag Me to Bingo

The event will feature vendor bingo, prizes, vendors and bingo.

Time: 5 p.m.
Location: Skate Palace, 1843 E. Knox St.
Cost: $20 to enter

’Za for a Cause

Jimmy’s Pizza will donate $3 for every large pizza sold on Saturdays during June to support food-insecure seniors in Knox County.

Time: Business hours
Location: Jimmy’s Pizza, 379 E. Tompkins St.
Cost: Menu prices vary

The Wedding in Seville Ballet

Dancers’ Studio will present a ballet based on the legendary “Don Quixote” ballet.

Time: 7 p.m.
Location: The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St.
Cost: Ticket prices vary

Kayak Nights

Participants may rent a kayak or bring their own for an evening paddle at Lake Storey Beach. All ages are welcome, but those 17 and younger must be accompanied by a registered adult. At least five registrants are needed by the Thursday before the session, or the event may be canceled.

Time: 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Lake Storey Beach, 1572 Machen Drive
Cost: $5 to bring your own kayak; $20 to rent an adult or tandem kayak

Sunday, June 14

Taproot Wranglers — Sandburg Songbag Concert

Taproot Wranglers will perform as part of the Sandburg Songbag Concert series.

Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Carl Sandburg State Historic Site, 313 E. Third St.
Cost: Suggested donation is $5

Note: Event details are subject to change. Readers are encouraged to confirm times, locations, costs and registration requirements with event organizers before attending.