Signature Events

Mark Your Calendar

Like the changing seasons, some events are a natural part of life here in Jacksonville, Illinois. These are the events that we plan around with our friends, families, and other priorities — to be honest, our entire lives. Experience the events that define our community. We welcome you to join us.  Live like a Jacksonian.

Eagles on the Illinois River

Date

All Year Event

Woodlawn Farm Museum Open House

Date

February 22, 2025

Open all year by appointment

Jacksonville Plates on State

Date

Sunday, May 4, 2025

Downtown Plaza Car Show & Summer Cruise Nite

Date

June 14, 2025

Morgan County Fair

Date

July 8-13, 2025

River Country Quilt Show

Date

July 25, 2025

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

July 26, 2025

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

41st Annual Jacksonville Fall Cruise Nite & Car Show

Date

September 20, 2025

Oktoberfest

Date

September 16, 2023

Prairie Land Heritage Museum Steam Show & Fall Festival Days

Date

September 26-28, 2025

Prairieland Chautauqua

Date

September 5 – 6, 2025

Pumpkin Festival

Date

October 18, 2025

Ron Milton Race of Champions MOWA Sprints

Date

October 11, 2025

39th Annual Pilot Club Holiday Home Tour & Tea

Date

December 7, 2025

Jacksonville Main Street Downtown Concert Series

Date

May 30 – August 1, 2025