Mark Your Calendar for The Wilmington Park Districts Farmers Markets 2026

Join  the Wilmington Park District on the 3rd Thursday of each month, June–September, for fresh food, local vendors, and great entertainment. 

5 - 8pm

North Water Street -Downtown Wilmington, IL

• June 18
• July 16
• August 20
• September 17 

 Summer Concert Series – Second Thursdays 

June–September Join the Wilmington Park District for their Summer Concert Series, happening on the 2nd Thursday of each month from June through September! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and the whole family for a relaxed evening of live music, great food, and summer fun. 

2026 Events

Friday, February 13th

Galantine's Late-Night Shopping & Celebration

Gather the ladies for a fun night of shopping and exploring downtown. Free snacks and HUGE sales at your favorite shops. Themed cocktails and live entertainment at bars. 

Saturday, April 11th

Spring Wine Walk 2026

70's Sitcom Theme- "Wine-ing through the 70's" 

Ticket Sales Date To Be Announced! 

Follow Wilmington Downtown Merchants Association on Facebook for Updates

Saturday, May 2nd

Red Carpet Corridor Route 66 Festival 

Flea Market in downtown Wilmington held by the Chamber of Commerce

July 23rd - 26th

Catfish Days 2025 

Saturday, October 17th

Bewitched on 66 

Wine & Witches Annual Wine Walk 

Saturday, November 28th

Small Business Saturday

Start your holiday shopping and support Small Businesses at the same time. Incredible holiday sales. Dining and drink specials at restaurants. 

Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade 🎅  

 5pm

Saturday, December 5th 

Christmas Cookie Crawl 

Late-Night Shopping Event