5th
September2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
8AM-12PMBlock 59
5th
September2026
America’s 250 Mural Unveiling
5PMOutside of The General Store in Downtown Pontiac
5th
September2026
Route 66: The Main Street of America Documentary Celebrate the centennial of a truly legendary highway with a special screening of ROUTE 66: THE MAIN STREET OF AMERICA—a powerfully moving new feature-length documentary that follows the road, sharing unforgettable stories of the people and towns we meet along the way.
From unexpected roadside attractions to revitalized main streets, each encounter reveals communities finding new life and purpose—making new history—proving the most meaningful journeys often unfold on the road less traveled.
Whether you’ve driven Route 66 or only imagined it, this film takes you there—creating an immersive and heartfelt portrait of an American icon that’s full of humor, warmth, and discovery.
Following the film, stay for conversation with director John Paget and some of THE MAIN STREET OF AMERICA’s real-life characters—the everyday heroes and enduring spirit of Route 66.
Purchase Tickets HERE
From unexpected roadside attractions to revitalized main streets, each encounter reveals communities finding new life and purpose—making new history—proving the most meaningful journeys often unfold on the road less traveled.
Whether you’ve driven Route 66 or only imagined it, this film takes you there—creating an immersive and heartfelt portrait of an American icon that’s full of humor, warmth, and discovery.
Following the film, stay for conversation with director John Paget and some of THE MAIN STREET OF AMERICA’s real-life characters—the everyday heroes and enduring spirit of Route 66.
Purchase Tickets HERE
6PMThe Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center
6th
September2026
Threshermen’s Parade
1PMDowntown Pontiac
6th
September2026
Dixon’s Violin Live The electric violin, reimagined by Dixon. Join us for the mesmerizing experience of musical magic by acclaimed violinist Dixon, live in concert! Don’t just hear the music – feel it. Get tickets while they last!
“Unlike anything I’ve ever witnessed. The music was simply incredible”
“The sound of a dream”
“The most beautiful thing my ears have ever heard”
“The violinist that is changing the world”
“Standing ovation”
“Not your ordinary violinist”
“Some of us cried at the end but we all smiled through those tears”
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Sunday, September 6
3:30pm – Doors Open
4:00pm – Concert begins (duration roughly 75 minutes)
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Tickets available here! https://DV20260906.eventbrite.com
General Admission: $32 (includes fees)
Students: $12 (includes fees)
Children 12 and under: $7 (includes fees)
Tickets $40 at the door if still available
This is an indoor, seated show.
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About Dixon’s Violin:
You’ve never heard violin like this! The world’s premier visionary violinist, Dixon’s life mission is to inspire people – and he has done so at over 1,000 concerts across North America, including giving five TED talks/performances, over ten years at Burning Man and Electric Forest, plus radio, TV, and film appearances. A former technology leader and symphony violinist, Dixon walked away from a distinguished career to follow his dream full-time, and invented a whole new music genre. Dixon now improvises on a 5-string electric violin with a looping system he developed to create an all-live one-man symphony, guided by his remarkable personal story of life transformation.
https://dixonsviolin.com
“Unlike anything I’ve ever witnessed. The music was simply incredible”
“The sound of a dream”
“The most beautiful thing my ears have ever heard”
“The violinist that is changing the world”
“Standing ovation”
“Not your ordinary violinist”
“Some of us cried at the end but we all smiled through those tears”
—–
Sunday, September 6
3:30pm – Doors Open
4:00pm – Concert begins (duration roughly 75 minutes)
—–
Tickets available here! https://DV20260906.eventbrite.com
General Admission: $32 (includes fees)
Students: $12 (includes fees)
Children 12 and under: $7 (includes fees)
Tickets $40 at the door if still available
This is an indoor, seated show.
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About Dixon’s Violin:
You’ve never heard violin like this! The world’s premier visionary violinist, Dixon’s life mission is to inspire people – and he has done so at over 1,000 concerts across North America, including giving five TED talks/performances, over ten years at Burning Man and Electric Forest, plus radio, TV, and film appearances. A former technology leader and symphony violinist, Dixon walked away from a distinguished career to follow his dream full-time, and invented a whole new music genre. Dixon now improvises on a 5-string electric violin with a looping system he developed to create an all-live one-man symphony, guided by his remarkable personal story of life transformation.
https://dixonsviolin.com
4PMThe Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center
12th
September2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – Plastic Pumpkin Decorating (While Supplies Last)
Special Feature – Plastic Pumpkin Decorating (While Supplies Last)
8AM-12PMBlock 59
18th
September2026
Centennial Plaza Grand Opening Please join us at the grand opening of Centennial Plaza on Friday, September 18! Located behind the Historic Museum Complex, Centennial Plaza is a beautiful new community gathering space, and we can’t wait to celebrate its official opening with you. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate this exciting milestone, followed by refreshments, food, live music, and more. Additional event details will be announced soon!
5PMCentennial Plaza
19th
September2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – Music from Ryan Bohm (9-11AM)
Special Feature – Music from Ryan Bohm (9-11AM)
8AM-12PMBlock 59
19th
September2026
Summer Send Off Please join us for the final concert & cruise night of the 2026 season for the City of Pontiac’s Rockin’ at the River concert series! Our concerts are entirely FREE and held at the Humiston-Riverside Bandshell (400 W Water Street.) Food and drinks are available for purchase, Pontiac Parks & Rec provides lawn games and other interactive games, and a small number of chairs is available for free if you don’t bring your own! Cruise-In will begin at 5PM with music beginning at 5:30PM.
In the case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to The Eagle Performing Arts and Conference Center.
For more information, visit our Facebook page HERE.
In the case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to The Eagle Performing Arts and Conference Center.
For more information, visit our Facebook page HERE.
5PM-8:30PMHumiston Riverside Park
20th
September2026
Pontiac’s in Pontiac Car Show A double Centennial Celebration honoring 100 years of both Route 66 and the Pontiac automobile brand. Classic Pontiacs on display downtown with a Saturday evening cruise-in and concert. Free family-friendly event benefiting the Pontiac-Oakland Automobile Museum.
9AM-5PMPontiac Oakland Automobile Museum
20th
September2026
Rusty Wheel Circle Jam 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.
1-4PMThe Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center
26th
September2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – Community Day Hosted by Restoration Church
Special Feature – Community Day Hosted by Restoration Church
8AM-12PMBlock 59
27th
September2026
Bags, Boots, & Beers Get ready for Downtown Pontiac’s newest fall tradition! Gather your favorite teammate and join us on Saturday, September 27 for an afternoon of bags, live music, cold drinks, great food, and plenty of friendly competition. Whether you’re playing for the cash prize or just coming to enjoy the atmosphere, Bags, Beer & Boots has something for everyone. Bring your friends, cheer on your favorite teams, and spend the day experiencing everything Downtown Pontiac has to offer.
Tournament Details
Date: Saturday, September 27
Registration: 12:00 PM
Tournament Begins: 1:00 PM
Entry Fee: $50 per two-person team
Prize Payouts: 1st Place: $500, 2nd Place: $250, & 3rd Place: $100
Your registration includes entry into the tournament and a full day of entertainment. Enjoy live music from Audrey Sutton & The Austyn Weston Band throughout the event, delicious food, refreshing beverages, and a lively downtown atmosphere while competing for cash prizes.
Space is limited, so don’t wait to register your team! Whether you’re a seasoned cornhole competitor or just looking for a fun day out, we can’t wait to see you at the inaugural Bags, Beer & Boots in Downtown Pontiac! Register HERE
Tournament Details
Date: Saturday, September 27
Registration: 12:00 PM
Tournament Begins: 1:00 PM
Entry Fee: $50 per two-person team
Prize Payouts: 1st Place: $500, 2nd Place: $250, & 3rd Place: $100
Your registration includes entry into the tournament and a full day of entertainment. Enjoy live music from Audrey Sutton & The Austyn Weston Band throughout the event, delicious food, refreshing beverages, and a lively downtown atmosphere while competing for cash prizes.
Space is limited, so don’t wait to register your team! Whether you’re a seasoned cornhole competitor or just looking for a fun day out, we can’t wait to see you at the inaugural Bags, Beer & Boots in Downtown Pontiac! Register HERE
1PMDowntown Pontiac
3rd
October2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – Sugar Cookie Decorating (While Supplies Last)
Special Feature – Sugar Cookie Decorating (While Supplies Last)
8AM-12PMBlock 59
8th – 11th
October2026
Vermillion Players Presents Snow White | A Unified Production Vermillion Players is excited to announce auditions for our fifth annual adult UNIFIED THEATER production of Snow White. Directed by Laura Baumgardner and Produced by Ben Diaz and Debi Donze. What is Unified theatre? It is an awesome opportunity for people with and without intellectual disabilities to perform together. Unified Partners act alongside and assist their partners as needed. Director Laura Baumgardner has been directing her Life Skills students at PTHS for over 20 years in numerous Unified Theatre productions and Vermillion Players is again offering this opportunity to the community! We hope you will join us for this fun production. You’re sure to make new friends and make a difference!
Tickets Available Starting September 8th HERE
Tickets Available Starting September 8th HERE
Times VaryThe Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center
10th
October2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – U of I Master Gardeners & Music From Ryan Wolf (9-11AM)
Special Feature – U of I Master Gardeners & Music From Ryan Wolf (9-11AM)
8AM-12PMBlock 59
17th
October2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – Ghost Keychain Coloring
Special Feature – Ghost Keychain Coloring
8AM-12PMBlock 59
18th
October2026
Rusty Wheel Circle Jam 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.
1-4PMThe Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center
24th
October2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – Downtown Trick or Treating
Special Feature – Downtown Trick or Treating
8AM-12PMBlock 59
24th
October2026
Downtown Trick or Treat On Saturday, October 24, get into the spooky spirit in Downtown from 11:00AM to 1:00PM. Dress up in your best costume & bring a bag to Mosaic (110 W Water Street) and receive a map of participating downtown businesses.
11AM-1PMDowntown Pontiac
31st
October2026
Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market Join us Downtown every Saturday June-October for our Downtown Pontiac Farmers Market. Featuring over 20 vendors from fruits, vegetables, baked goods, and curated items, there is something for everyone to find and enjoy in Downtown.
Special Feature – Temporary Tattoo Booth
Special Feature – Temporary Tattoo Booth
8AM-12PMBlock 59
31st
October2026
Downtown Witches Walk Gather your coven and join us for an afternoon of spooky shopping, spirited sips, and Halloween fun in Downtown Pontiac! On Saturday, October 31, from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Downtown Pontiac will transform into a witches’ paradise for our annual Witches Walk. This event invites guests to explore participating downtown businesses while enjoying exclusive witch-themed drinks, special promotions, and a festive Halloween atmosphere.
Your $40 ticket includes:
Four specialty drink samples at participating locations
A Witches Walk goody bag
Entry into a prize raffle featuring items and gift certificates from participating businesses
Access to exclusive shopping specials and promotions
A special code for a FREE Rocky Horror Picture Show prop bag with the purchase of a Rocky Horror Picture Show ticket
Don’t want the drinks? Purchase our $15 Ticket Instead!
As an official Social District event, guests can sip and stroll throughout Downtown Pontiac, taking their beverages with them as they shop, explore, and enjoy the afternoon. Costumes are highly encouraged! Whether you’re a classic witch, a glamorous enchantress, or something delightfully spooky, come dressed to impress and celebrate Halloween with fellow witches from across the community. Spend the afternoon discovering unique downtown shops, sampling delicious seasonal drinks, supporting local businesses, and making unforgettable Halloween memories.
Tickets Available September 28th HERE
Your $40 ticket includes:
Four specialty drink samples at participating locations
A Witches Walk goody bag
Entry into a prize raffle featuring items and gift certificates from participating businesses
Access to exclusive shopping specials and promotions
A special code for a FREE Rocky Horror Picture Show prop bag with the purchase of a Rocky Horror Picture Show ticket
Don’t want the drinks? Purchase our $15 Ticket Instead!
As an official Social District event, guests can sip and stroll throughout Downtown Pontiac, taking their beverages with them as they shop, explore, and enjoy the afternoon. Costumes are highly encouraged! Whether you’re a classic witch, a glamorous enchantress, or something delightfully spooky, come dressed to impress and celebrate Halloween with fellow witches from across the community. Spend the afternoon discovering unique downtown shops, sampling delicious seasonal drinks, supporting local businesses, and making unforgettable Halloween memories.
Tickets Available September 28th HERE
12PM-4PMDowntown Pontiac
31st
October2026
The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Shadow Cast Get ready for an unforgettable Halloween night as The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center partners with Vermillion Players to bring The Rocky Horror Picture Show to life with a thrilling live shadow cast! Join us on Saturday, October 31 at 9 PM for this cult-classic experience where the iconic film is brought to life by live performers acting out every scene in front of the screen. Whether you’re a longtime fan or experiencing Rocky Horror for the first time, this interactive event is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween.
Tickets: $15 & Prop Bags: Available for purchase at the door for $10 (Please leave outside props at home so everyone can enjoy the show safely!)
Make it a full night out! This is a Social District-eligible event, so grab dinner or a drink at one of our downtown establishments before the show. Alcoholic beverages purchased from participating Social District businesses may be brought into The Eagle in an approved Social District cup, in accordance with Social District guidelines.
Please Note: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is rated R and contains mature themes, sexual content, strong language, suggestive humor, and adult situations. This event is intended for mature audiences. Anyone under the age of 17 should be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian, as the film follows its original R-rating guidelines. Viewer discretion is advised.
Costumes are encouraged, audience participation is expected, and the Time Warp is inevitable!
Don’t miss one of the most legendary Halloween traditions, grab your tickets today and join us for a night of music, laughter, and absolute pleasure!
Tickets Available October 1st HERE
Tickets: $15 & Prop Bags: Available for purchase at the door for $10 (Please leave outside props at home so everyone can enjoy the show safely!)
Make it a full night out! This is a Social District-eligible event, so grab dinner or a drink at one of our downtown establishments before the show. Alcoholic beverages purchased from participating Social District businesses may be brought into The Eagle in an approved Social District cup, in accordance with Social District guidelines.
Please Note: The Rocky Horror Picture Show is rated R and contains mature themes, sexual content, strong language, suggestive humor, and adult situations. This event is intended for mature audiences. Anyone under the age of 17 should be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian, as the film follows its original R-rating guidelines. Viewer discretion is advised.
Costumes are encouraged, audience participation is expected, and the Time Warp is inevitable!
Don’t miss one of the most legendary Halloween traditions, grab your tickets today and join us for a night of music, laughter, and absolute pleasure!
Tickets Available October 1st HERE
9PMThe Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center
