Events
Celebrations for All occasions
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!
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𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗭𝗢𝗢 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗖! We are 𝘚𝘜𝘗𝘌𝘙 excited to announce that we are returning to 𝗣𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗰 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝗻𝗱 with our 𝘉𝘐𝘎𝘎𝘌𝘚𝘛 and 𝘉𝘌𝘚𝘛 event ever! 𝗜 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀. . .𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: 𝗔 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗭𝗼𝗼 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 This one-of-a-kind event features hyper-realistic and fully animatronic animals, including lions, tigers, elephants, […] |
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The City of Pontiac Rockin' at the River concert series returns for 2026! The first free concert of the season will feature Southtown Soul & Groove, a soul, rhythm, and blues tribute band from 6:30PM - 8:30PM at the Humiston - Riverside Bandshell. Rockin’ at the River Concerts are family-friendly, free, and open to the […] |
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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 – […] |
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Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road with the Pontiac Public Library’s new Story Walk this summer! Visit Humiston-Riverside Park from June 6 through August 15, 2026, to enjoy the featured story along the trail. After completing the walk, stop by the library to pick up a prize bag filled with a craft, a […] 
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 […] |
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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 – […] |
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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 […] |
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The Great Race is cruising back into Pontiac for 2026! This year, Pontiac will serve as a special “VIP Experience” Pre-Race stop on June 16–17, as drivers make their way to the official 2026 starting line in Springfield, IL on Saturday, June 20, 2026. You can expect to see a full lineup of vintage and […] |
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The City of Pontiac Rockin' at the River concert series returns for 2026! The next free concert will feature the Rock n' Roll Tribute band, The Neverly Brothers, 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 […] |
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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 – […] |
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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 […]
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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. |
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Come on out to The Eagle Theater for the 3rd Sunday Rusty Wheel Circle Jam! All musicians are welcome to participate or just come listen. A variety of bluegrass, country western, gospel, a more will be heard. Attendance is free but donations are welcome. The Jams are always held at the Eagle Theater from 1PM […] |
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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 – […] |
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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 […]
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Celebrate Independence Day in Pontiac, il at the Oaks at River’s Edge on Saturday, June 27! Festivities begin at 4:30 PM with a variety of family-friendly activities, including inflatables, balloon […] |
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The City of Pontiac Rockin' at the River concert series returns for 2026! The next free concert will feature the alternative rock cover band, The Red Roses, 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, […] |
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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 – […] |
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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 […] |
