Oktoberfest, paint crawl and more: 9 things to do in the Galesburg this weekend
Looking for something to do this weekend in the Galesburg area?
Here are nine things we found.
Second Annual Reserve Artisan Ales Oktoberfest & 5k Run
What: The Oktoberfest kicks off this year with a 5k race around downtown Galesburg with proceeds going towards the Knox County Humane Society. Afterwards, enjoy more than 30 craft local beers, German-inspired food and live music. There will be a bags tournament, beer stein holding competition, kids craft table, coloring contest and more.
When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30
Where: Reserve Artisan Ales, 185 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg
Cost: $35 for the 5k; sign up on runsignup.com
For more: 309-541-1010
More: Take a look inside Reserve Artisan Ales tap room and brewery
Paint Crawl 2023
What: Come for a night of paint, jazz, and Van Gogh. Part paint-by-number and part pub crawl. Canvas, paints and artistic assistance will be provided throughout the evening.
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28
Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg
Cost: $40; $35 for members
For more: galesburgarts.networkforgood.com
Thursday Night Jazz
What: Free admission; cash bar available. The Fall Jazz Series brings you jazz voices from the region. A different guest artist will hold a workshop/conversation with the attendees at 6 p.m., with Cherry St. Combo performance afterward. Bring your dinner or order carry-out.
When: 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28
Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg
Cost: Free admission
For more: 309-342-7415
Latin Music and Dance Celebration
What: Kids ages 5 and up, accompanied by an adult, are invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. You'll hear some popular Latin American music and try out salsa, bachata and merengue dance steps together. Advance registration is required.
When: 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28
Where: Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons St., Galesburg
For more: 309-343-6118
Nature at Night: Things That Go Bump in the Night
What: The center will talk about nocturnal creatures and take a walk through the autumn woods.
When: 8 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29
Where: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road, Galesburg
Cost: $5
For more: 309-345-3683
Flight Through Cinema
What: This film series celebrates aviation and the miracle of flight coinciding with Galesburg's very own Stearman Fly-In. The film Sept. 29 is Disney’s “Planes.”
When: 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29
Where: The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg
Cost: Free
For more: 309-342-2299
Backstage Jazz with Harry Tonchev Trio
What: Harry Tonchev is a jazz guitarist who is very active in Chicago and central Illinois. His high energy trio focuses on improvisational music by exploring a mixture of originals and standards from the Great American Songbook.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29
Where: Prairie Player Civic Theatre, 160 S. Seminary St., Galesburg
Cost: $15
For more: 309-343-7728
Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced
What: Put on your sleuthing caps as Prairie Players Civic Theater presents "A Murder Is Announced." Based on a 1950 short story by Agatha Christie and adapted for the stage by Leslie Darbon, the play centers around a mysterious murder announcement placed in the local newspaper. A murder is supposed to occur at Little Paddocks, the home of Miss Letitia Blacklock, who feels it is all just a joke, but when a murder actually occurs, the joke becomes a reality.
When: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 30, Oct. 6 and Oct. 7 7; 2 p.m. Oct. 1 and 8
Where: Prairie Player Civic Theatre, 160 S. Seminary St., Galesburg
Cost: $16; $9 for students
For more: 309-343-7728
Preserving the Harvest Festival
What: Celebrate fall with samples, giveaways, education and community. Hear speakers discuss and demonstrate a few of the 10 methods of food preservation.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30
Where: Cornucopia Natural Market & Deli, 176 S. Seminary St., Galesburg
For more: 309-342-3111
Coming next week:
¡Viva las Artes! Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
What: In recognition of national Hispanic Heritage month, the Galesburg Community Arts Center will be hosting an educational event celebrating a variety of Latinx cultures. Join the arts center for make and take crafts, food, music, dress, dance and more. Bring your family or group, the event is free and open to all.
When: 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 3
Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg
Cost: Free, but RSVP at galesburgarts.networkforgood.com
For more: 309-342-7415
Kathi Edwards is a freelance correspondent.
This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: Oktoberfest celebration highlights weekend activities in Galesburg
