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!
The Divco Milk Truck brand will celebrate its 100th anniversary in Pontiac, alongside the 100th anniversary of the iconic U.S. Route 66! Visit Downtown Pontiac to see these classic and historic milk trucks up close as enthusiasts gather to honor a century of automotive and roadside history.
The Stilettos on Steel will host their 8th Annual Midwest “Rolling 100 Year Rally” in Pontiac on Thursday, July 16! This multi-day rolling rally will feature several meetup locations throughout the three-day event, with Pontiac serving as the group’s first overnight stop. Stilettos on Steel is an all-women motorcycle group that celebrates riding, camaraderie, and […]
Every Thursday in the summer season, join Pontiac Food Forest for the U-Pick Thursdays! From 5:00PM - 7:00PM, pick free fruits and vegetables, meet people, and purchase one of Treasure's seasonal goodies made from Pontiac Food Forest produce! New fruits and vegetables come in season weekly. About the Food Forest: The Pontiac Food Forest is […]
The City of Pontiac Rockin' at the River concert series returns for 2026! The next free concert will feature the all-women cover band, GRL PWR, from 6:30PM - 8:30PM at the Humiston-Riverside Bandshell. Rockin’ at the River Concerts are family-friendly, free, and open to the public. Food vendors will have items for sale, or you […]
Union Pacific famous locamotive, Big Boy 4014, will be making its way through Pontiac on Thursday, July 17th, at around 11AM. An exact schedule can be found below on their website. Learn More: Steam Locomotive Tracking | Union Pacific A few reminders for those observing the train: Keep safety top of mind Stay back at […]
The Pontiac Municipal Band is excited to return for another summer of free entertainment for the community! Under the direction of Seth Brown, the band is made up of talented area musicians performing a wide variety of traditional and contemporary concert band music. All 2026 concerts will be held at the Bandshell at Humiston-Riverside Park on Friday evenings from 7:00 PM – […]
Eat fresh, shop small, and support local! The Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market is your go-to destination for goods grown and crafted right here in our community. Join us every Saturday morning from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Block 59 (the lot south of the historic Livingston County courthouse) from June through October. Check out their Facebook or […]
Experience Pontiac’s history by touring one (or all three) of the Historic Homes! On select Saturdays throughout the year, visit the Strevell (401 W Livingston Street), the Jones (314 E Madison Street), and the Yost (298 W Water Street) Historic Homes for FREE tours, hosted by the Livingston County Historical Society, from 1PM to 3PM.
Downtown Pontiac Cruise Nights are back! Cruise Nights are held every third Saturday from 5:00PM - 8:00PM in Block 59 - Downtown Pontiac (parking lot south of the historic county courthouse.) This year each Cruise Night will have a different theme/feature and will have a few unique activities. Stay in the loop by following their […]
Every Monday in the summer season, join Pontiac Food Forest for the Garden Social & Swap! From 5:00PM - 7:00PM, bring your extra backyard garden fruits & veggies to trade or donate, hang out, and do a little gardening in the food forest. It's a great way to meet other gardeners, and everyone will leave […]