Upcoming Events

Rusty Wheel Circle Jam – the Third Sunday of every month

The third Sunday of each month join the Rusty Wheel Circle Jam from 1-4PM! A group of musicians will be playing traditional country, bluegrass, and gospel music and you’re invited to join in and jam or sit and listen! Attendance is free but donations are appreciated to help offset costs.

Coming Up Next – Sunday, May 17th 1-4PM

Vermillion Players Present: The Cat & The Canary

As midnight looms on Halloween night 1932, the surviving descendants of the long-deceased Cyrus West have gathered in his remote British mansion to discover which of them is the chosen heir to his fortune. As a storm rattles the house, so does news that a truly monstrous inmate ( AKA “The Cat”) from a nearby asylum is on the loose. Join us April 16–18 at 7PM and April 19 at 2PM for an evening of thrills, twists, and theatrical fun. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime, giving you time to grab your seat and settle in before the mystery begins. Get your tickets HERE

April 16th – 18th @ 7PM & April 19th @ 2PM

The Trifecta: Addressing the Intersection of Mental Illness, SUD & Process Addictions

Mark Sanders, LCSW, CADC. Mark is an international speaker, trainer, and consultant. He has authored five books on behavioral health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. He has been a certified addictions counselor for over four decades and is familiar with central Illinois and the needs of rural communities.

You must be registered to attend. Registration is free, and you can SIGN UP HERE

April 23rd @ 1-4PM

Swinging Bridges Art Festival

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 features the Swinging Bridges Art Festival, hosted by the Pontiac Community Art Center. During the festival, two blocks of Madison Street will be closed to traffic and filled with local artists and vendors creating and showcasing their work, live music performances, and more.

In celebration of the Route 66 Centennial, we’ll also unveil our newly constructed Centennial Plaza this weekend. The plaza is located behind the Historic Museum Complex and next to the iconic Route 66 shield mural.

Be sure to check out the Skoolie Swarm as well – a gathering of 30 to 50 converted vans, buses, and other unique vehicles taking over 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.

May 2nd & 3rd – All Day