The first weekend in August gives you a chance to check out some live music, fireworks, an antique tractor and engine show and so much more.

Here are 14 things to do in the Freeport area this weekend:

53rd Annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show

What: Feel free to bring whatever antique car, truck, tractor or engine you have and enjoy the weekend. The club's collection of firetrucks and locally built Henney vehicles will be on display along with a group of local vintage cars and trucks. The Club’s Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad will offer steam train rides from using the recently repaired 1912 Heisler Logging Locomotive. The Silver Creek Museum in the Old Stone 2 Story County Poor Farm building across from the railroad, features 40 rooms of displays of local history including farming, businesses, railroads, general store, "one room school," a model train room, a "war room" with special displays. Food will be available inside the museum throughout the day.

When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 through 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6

Where: Silver Creek Museum and Silver Creek & Stephenson Railroad grounds, 2954 S. Walnut Road, Freeport

Cost: Free admission; $5 to ride the train and tour the museum. Cooper building is free admission, but donations are appreciated.

For more: 815-235-7329 or 815-232-2306

Music on Debate Square – Funkatude

What: Bring your lawn chairs and join us for music by local musicians. The August performer is Funkatude.

When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3

Where: Debate Square, 114 E. Douglas St., Freeport

For more: Lincoln-douglas.org

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Forreston fireworks at dusk

What: Come watch a fireworks show in Forreston. The Boosters will have concessions open.

When: 9 p.m. or dusk, Thursday, Aug. 3

Where: Forreston High School, 601 E. Main St., Forreston

For more: Forreston Fireworks at Dusk on Facebook

The Ex-Bombers

What: The Ex-Bombers are a sinister psychedelic blues duo from Illinois known for primal pop hooks, magnetic performances, and clever songwriting. The pair uses an electric 8-string octave bass, a jazz drum set, and a pair of wrecking ball voices to spread their resonant blues-meets-garage-meets-jazz sound to stages around the U.S.

When: 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3

Where: Bullquarian Brewhouse, 1128 17th Ave., Monroe, Wis.

For more: 608-426-6720

The Jimmys Mt. Morris Friday Night Concert Series

What: Local blues, funk, R&B and soul band will perform.

When: 7 to 11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4

Where: Mt. Morris Bandshell, Mount Morris

Cost: Free

For more: https://mtmorrisil.net

Wellness 5k and 2.5-mile walk

What: The race will begin at Lena Brewing Company. Runners will take Stagecoach Trail to Cedarville Blacktop, turn around, make a quick lap around the PCE Campus and return to Lena Brewing Co. Registration includes official t-shirt, goodie bag, photo, one Lena pint and a light lunch. Pets are welcome.

When: 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5

Where: Lena Brewing Company, 9416 W. Wagner Road, Lena

Cost: $50; $25 for children

For more: 815-369-2588

Music on Chicago: Boogie and the Yo-Yoz

What: Music on Chicago this August will feature Boogie and the Yo-yoz with special guest DJ Cup. Bring your lawn chair.

When: 5:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4

Where: 11-15 E. Douglas St., Freeport

Cost: $5 entry donation; free for children ages 5 and younger

For more: 815-233-1350

Illinois James Live on the Patio

What: Patio season is in full swing this August and the Wagner House has special guest Illinois James kicking off the month. Enjoy the atmosphere with friends and listen to some amazing blues.

When: 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4

Where: The Wagner House, 1 E. Spring St., Suite 4338, Freeport

For more: 815-232-4408

9th Annual DAV Ride

What: The Disabled American Veterans Blackhawk chapter #29 (DAV) is partnering with the Veterans Transitional Center- Freeport 501 C3 (VTC) to enrich the lives of our disabled veterans by assisting veterans back into society. Many riders from across the states of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin join efforts to help raise money to assist veterans throughout the U.S. Event includes the ride, a silent auction, street dance and a big raffle.

When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5

Where: The Real McCoy’s Bar and Gaming, 504 N. Stanton St., Davis

For more: DAVRideevent@yahoo.com

FVR summer open house

What: Enjoy the summer open house weekend.

When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 through 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6

Where: Fever River Railroad, 1055 W. Beach St., Freeport

For more: feverriverrr@gmail.com

Freeport Choral Society - Concert at the Park

What: Enjoy the musical talents of Freeport Choral Society under the stars at the iconic band shell. There's plenty of bench seating or bring along some lawn chairs.

When: 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6

Where: Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Blvd., Freeport

Cost: Free admission

For more: 815-235-6114

2nd Annual Prairie Pub Car Show

What: Registration for the car show starts at 9 a.m.

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6

Where: Prairie Pub and Gaming, 1597 S. Adams, Freeport

For more: George, 815-291-4333

Gabriel “Fluffly” Iglesias

What: World-renowned stand-up comedian and actor Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is hitting the road this summer with his Back on Tour.

When: 6:3010 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6

Where: ABC Supply Stadium, 217 Shirland Ave., Beloit, Wis.

Cost: $74-$107

For more: www.milb.com/beloit/events/fluffy

Cornhole Tournament

What: Bring your own partner, sign up at bar by noon on game day or on Scoreholio. 90 percent payout. No pros allowed. There will be four rounds of round robin followed by double elimination.

When: 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6

Where: Hot Rod Nellie’s Bar, 122 S. Jackson Road, Pecatonica

For more: 815-239-2424

Coming next week:

Ghostwood Whiskey Tasting

What: Lachlan Perks, National Brand Manager, will host the tasting all three Ghostwood products and the making of Ghostwood and whiskey in general. There will be three cocktails that will highlight each of the whiskeys with an additional charge.

When: 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9

Where: The Wolf Den, 202 S. Main St., Pearl City

Cost: $25

For more: https://www.eventbrite.com

Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.

This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Antique tractor show returns to Freeport, Illinois this weekend