Fun times and good vibes are just a way of life here in Pontiac — with such a rich history of gatherings and get-togethers, we pride ourselves on keeping our calendars booked. Festivals, concerts, cruise-ins… There’s always something for everyone to enjoy in Pontiac! Check out our events calendar or see upcoming annual events and plan your trip around these can’t-miss occasions!
Warm up Downtown Pontiac this winter by shopping local and joining our Winter Warmup Retail Challenge! Running from February 1 through March 31, this challenge rewards you for shopping at participating downtown businesses. How it works: For every $10 spent, you’ll receive a punch on your card at the business you’re shopping in. Once you […]
We are incredibly excited to have a special concert performance featuring the historian and folk musician artist, Chris Vallillo (music) on Saturday, March 21st, 2026! Thanks to a generous grant from the Illinois Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, Chris will perform his multi-media historic production called Forgottonia: An Intimate Portrait of […]
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 24th, and join the Livingston County Concert Association for the next concert of the season! The all-female band, The She Gees, will perform a tribute to the famous Bee Gees during this concert. Held at the Pontiac Township High School Auditorium, the performance begins at 7:00 PM. Check out […]
Mark your calendars for Monday, April 27th, and join the Livingston County Concert Association for the final concert of the season! They will be featuring the folk-rock band, Live from Laurel Canyon. Held at the Pontiac Township High School Auditorium, the performance begins at 7:00 PM. Check out their Facebook Page for more information and […]
Join us for the 18th 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 […]
Join us in Downtown Pontiac for the first-ever Skoolie Swarm during Red Carpet Corridor Weekend, May 2–3, 2026. In honor of the beloved Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire and his Road Yacht, what better way to celebrate the Route 66 Centennial than with a gathering of conversion vehicles? Explore 50+ unique rigs displayed throughout downtown […]
A New Film Celebrating the Centennial of Route 66 - America's Iconic Highway. Selected by the U.S. Route 66 Centennial Commission to help the nation celebrate the 100th anniversary this, feature length documentary film explores this, legendary road as a living path where hope, courage, and the American spirit are found in every mile. Join us at […]
The 15th Annual All Pontiac Car Show in Pontiac, IL will be a double Centennial Celebration! Along with Route 66, the Pontiac Automobile Brand was also founded in 1926. This car show will celebrate BOTH Centennials. Stay tuned for more details to be announced soon!
