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2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival & Red Carpet Corridor
May 2 - May 3
Join us for the 19th Annual Red Carpet Corridor Festival on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd as we celebrate 100 miles of Route 66 through Illinois! This exciting event spans 14 communities, each hosting their own unique activities and attractions.
Pontiac is packed with exciting events you won’t want to miss! The celebration features the Swinging Bridges Art Festival, hosted by the Greater Livingston County Art Center. This family-friendly festival will bring two days of live music (with headliner Chicago Farmer performing Saturday at 7:00 PM), fine art vendors, a community mural, food trucks, interactive activities, and more to the 200 block of West Madison Street, the alleyway, and The Eagle Theater.
Be sure to check out the Skoolie Swarm as well – a gathering of 30+ converted vans, buses, and other unique vehicles taking over Blcok 59 in Downtown Pontiac for the entire weekend. This Route 66 Swarm honors the legacy of Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire and adds a vibrant, one-of-a-kind element to the festivities.
The live music lineup includes:
Friday, May 1
River Road Trio | Mill Street Tap | 6PM – 9PM
Saturday, May 2
Dan Blanchette | Bob & Ringos Beer Garden | 9AM – 11AM
The Riker Maneuver | Main Stage on Plum | 11AM – 2PM
Noah Hutton | Bob & Ringos Beer Garden | 2PM – 4PM
Carrie Sue & The Woodburners | Main Stage on Plum | 4:30PM – 6:30PM
Chicago Farmer | Main Stage on Plum | 7PM – 9PM
Sunday, May 3
Mackville Bluegrass | Main Stage on Plum | 10AM – 12PM
Pistol Packin Mamas | Bob & Ringos Beer Garden | 12PM – 3PM
Don’t forget to pick up your giveaway at The Art Center (209 West Madison Street).
Wrap up the weekend on Sunday with the Sunday Red Carpet Car Cruise in Downtown Pontiac starting at 11:00AM, commemorating 100 years of the Pontiac Motors brand!
