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Groundhog Day at Wildlife Prairie Park
2026-02-02 06:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Wildlife Prairie Park, 3826 N. Taylor Road, Hanna City, IL, United States
Join us LIVE and cast your vote as Gertie the Groundhog makes her official weather prognostication. Will we have 6 more weeks of Winter or an early Spring? Dress up, bring signs, and cheer on Gertie as you enjoy an early morning of entertainment, a scavenger hunt, and a craft at Visitor’s Center.
Enjoy FREE Park admission from 6 to 8 a.m. All entries at this time are welcome to stay and enjoy the park for the day. Regular admission fees apply after 8 a.m.
2026 Schedule of Activities:
6 to 8 a.m. – FREE Park Admission
6 to 9 a.m. – Complimentary craft at the Visitor’s Center
6 to 9 a.m. – Snacks and warm beverages available for purchase
6:30 a.m. – Live music and entertainment with local musician Barry Cloyd
7:08 a.m. – Sunrise and Gertie’s official weather prognostication
8 a.m. – Animals Trails open
8:30 a.m. – Deadline for scavenger hunt entries – turn into the Visitor Center
9 a.m. – Announcement of the WINNER of the Gertie’s Scavenger Hunt
11:30 a.m. – Keeper Chat
1 p.m. – Keeper Chat

Valentine's Dance Party for Tots
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Tots and caregivers, put on your party pants and come wiggle, sing, and dance the night away. Open to kids aged 0-5 and their caregivers. Free and registration is required in the Children’s Library.

Home School Hub
2026-02-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-12 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Home School Hub is a program for home schooled children. It focuses on Science and Art. This program is free with admission.
February 5th – ART – Egg Carton Sea Turtles
February 12th – SCIENCE – Magic Milk for Valentine’s Day
February 19th – ART – Changing Color Chameleon
February 26th – Science – Make a Bird Feeder

GHOST: Skeletour World Tour 2026 in Peoria
2026-02-05 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, 61602, United States
GHOST brings their Skeletour World Tour to the Peoria Civic Center Arena on February 5! From lifelong disciples to the curious uninitiated first-timers to the outcasts and others who find solace in it, all are welcome to escape the travails of daily life and to become one with the enthralling GHOST ritual.
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Sweet Soiree
2026-02-06 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
An evening Valentines Gala specially designed for dads, or grandpas, and daughters. Dress up and have a special date night that is packed full of fun at Discovery Depot Children’s Museum. This event is $40 member duo and $45 non-member couple!

Line Dance Lessons
2026-02-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Bushnell VFW Post 1422, 181 E. Hail St., Bushnell, IL, 61422, United States
Beginning Jan 23-Feb 28. Friday nights at the VFW in Bushnell, Il at 181 E Hail St.
Cost is $5 per person per week.
Fun way to get exercise and learn some new moves.
Variety of music genres.

Stem Fun! Heart Design Structures
2026-02-07 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Stop by our Art Studio to design a heart structure of your very own.
Free with admission

BINGO at the Galesburg VFW
2026-02-07 12:45, 2026-02-14 12:45 (America/New_York) | Galesburg VFW Post 2257, 1001 Michigan ave, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come and have some fun at the Galesburg VFW with BINGO each Saturday. Doors open at 10:30a and BINGO starts at 12:45p.

Valentines for Seniors Card Making Workshop
2026-02-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, February 7
Time: 1-3PM
Cost: Free
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
Join City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation for a card making party! We provide all the supplies, you supply the creativity! We will add completed cards to our goal of 1,500 cards to distribute to area nursing homes and assisted living facilities!

Henry County Fair Trivia Night
2026-02-07 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Midland Country Club, 3536 Midland Road, Kewanee, IL, 61443, United States
Come join the fun at the Midland Country Club on February 7th for the Henry County Fair Trivia Night. Doors open at 5pm, with trivia starting at 6pm. $100 per table. Contact Bradleigh Reed or Tyler Verbeck with any questions.

ROWVA Trivia Night
2026-02-07 18:00 (America/Chicago) | ROWVA Cafetorium, Joy Street, Oneida, 61467
There’s still time to register for our 2nd Annual Disney Trivia Night, being held on February 7th. We encourage you to pre-register your team by scanning the QR Code or visiting the link below so we know how many tables to set up. Registration link: https://shorturl.at/HUg0aThis event is open to people of all ages! Table cost is $100 per team (maximum of 8 players), with add-ons available for purchase at the door. Bringing your own snacks is welcome; however, we will have baked goods and Nothing Bundt Cakes available for sale. All proceeds help fund future Disney Band Trips!

Play Without Boundaries
2026-02-08 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
An exclusive time for children with special needs and their families
$6.50 admission/members are free
Advanced tickets required

Love Monsters Paintings
2026-02-08 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come paint a Love Monster in our Art Studio!
Free with Admission

Engine & Caboose
2026-02-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-17 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30
Book will be read at 10:30am.
Engine and Caboose is a weekly preschool program for children ages 2 to 5 years old. It promotes early literacy, fine motor and math skills. FREE with paid admission.

Lego Mania
2026-02-12 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come build with LEGO blocks to your heart’s content. For kids of all ages with an adult.

Sandburg Valentine's Dance Workshop for Couples
2026-02-12 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Carl Sandburg College, 2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd., Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
This relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, led by instructor Gwen Merrick, is perfect for couples who want to try something new, reconnect, and enjoy a fun experience together. No dance experience required, just show up and move together.
Cost is $40 per couple.

Tween Time
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Calling all tweens in grades 4-6! Join us twice a month for fun crafts, games, or building challenges. We will focus on a different topic or activity each session. Advance registration is required.

Knox College and Galesburg High School Jazz Ensembles at Jazz Night
2026-02-12 18:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Smokin' Willies BBQ, 161 N Cherry St, Galesburg, 61401
The Knox Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Justin Haynes present a concert as part of the weekly jazz night at Smokin’ Willies BBQ with the Galesburg High School Jazz Bands. Followed by the Cherry St Combo for the regular jazz night.
Join in a Galesburg tradition that is 30+ years strong, now at a brand new venue!
Come hear the Knox Cherry Street Combo on Thursday’s from 7-10 pm at Smokin’ Willies BBQ. This is a free event and all ages are welcome. Full bar and the best barbeque around!

Second Saturdays: Nature Valentines
2026-02-14 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 South Lake Storey Road, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 9:30 – 11:00AM
Cost: Free
Location: Lakeside Nature Center Shelter
Let’s talk about heart shapes in nature, then we will take a nature hike to look for heart shapes and gather supplies to make nature valentines! Program will likely be held inside due to weather, but dress for outdoor adventures while we explore the woods and nature area!
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6466708

Indoor Mobile Playground
2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Dates: December 13 & 27, 2025. January 10 & 24, 2026. February 14 & 28, 2026. March 14, 2026.
Time: 10:30AM-12:30PM
Cost: $5 daily admission for ages 3-12; ages 2 and under are free
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
We will set up a variety of toys and activities to challenge and entertain your kiddos (and adults)! Who doesn’t love a good game of giant frisbee or jumbo Connect 4? Each week we will feature a large game (inflatable game or obstacle course) or fun guests/special activities!
Pre-registration encouraged, but drop-ins allowed, as space permits. Please register each person individually. All ages are welcome. Children age 6 & under must be directly supervised. Adults can stay in the play court area or walk around the tennis courts while their children play if direct supervision is not required. Adults must stay in the facility while minors are playing.
*Certain dates may be cancelled, depending on facility bookings and holidays.
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/programs/122415?subCategoryIds=6297334

Science Saturday Fizzing Hearts
2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Discovery Depot, 128 S Chambers St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Come do an experiment with candy hearts in our Science Lab
Free with Admission

Valentine’s Day Dinner
2026-02-14 16:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Bushnell VFW Post 1422, 181 E. Hail St., Bushnell, IL, 61422, United States
Take your Sweetie out for a delicious Dinner of fantastic Prime Rib, Jumbo Shrimp or a combination of the 2.
Dinners include Entree choice, Baked Potato, Garden Salad, and Dessert. Served to you by some of the nicest waitresses you will ever meet!
This is a reservation only event. Reservations must be in by Feb 7, 2026.
Call 309-371-7171 for reservations. If no answer leave message with name and number.

Parents Night Out
2026-02-14 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Lakeside Recreation Facility, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 9:00PM
Early Bird Cost: $15 by January 31
After January 31 Cost: $20 by February 12
Ages: 4-14 years
Location: Lakeside Recreation Facility
Parents, get a much needed night away on Valentine’s Day while knowing your children are engaged and active with the Indoor Mobile Playground on the multipurpose courts at Lakeside Recreation Facility. Our qualified staff will lead a variety of games and activities for your child. A family friendly movie will be played in the lobby area, for those who need a break from the games.
Register at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/6513206

Knox-Galesburg Symphony Concert - A Symphonic Valentine
2026-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
The Knox-Galesburg Symphony presents its 3rd concert of the 2025-2026 season at the Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg on Saturday, February 14 at 7:00pm. The concert is titled “A Symphonic Valentine”, featuring two late-Romantic Period classics: Tchaikovsky’s “Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture” and Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2. Dr. Rossana Cauti, director of the SIU Orchestra, will serve as the guest conductor.
Tickets for the concert are available at galesburgorpheum.org, by calling the Orpheum Theater at (309) 342-2299, or by visiting the Orpheum Theater’s box office Tuesday – Friday between 10am and 2pm or just before the concert. If you have any questions, please contact Steve Jackson at the Symphony Center at (309) 381-3810 or by email at office@kgsymphony.org.

Pokémon Club for Kids
2026-02-17 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Galesburg Public Library, 264 W Main St, Galesburg, IL, 61401, United States
Hey Pokémon trainers! Come journey on over to the Children’s Library for Pokémon Club. Join us to play the card game, trade cards, or both! For kids in grades K-6. All children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
