Henry County Tourism Bureau

Celebrate Trails Day Family Bike Ride @ Colona
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Colona
Come celebrate with us!
Friends of the Hennepin Canal is partnering with Trails to Trails Conservancy to participate in Celebrate Trails Day!
Saturday April 26th
10:00 am
Hennepin Canal bike path/Colona
We will have e-bike demos, refreshments, Rails to Trails swag and more!!!
We will ride the scenic Hennepin Canal bike path to the gorgeous and scenic bridge.
We invite e-bikers, cyclists, amateurs, beginners, avid bikers, and families of all skill levels.
The event is to encourage people to experience the joy and impact of trails and to grow public appreciation and support for them.
Meet at the Veterans Memorial Pavillion in Colona by the fire station. Meet at 10:00 a.m. for Demos, refreshments etc. we ride at 11:00 a.m.

Spring Artisan & Mercantile Market in Cambridge
2025-04-26 09:00 - 15:00 | Cambridge
The Henry County Spring Artisan & Mercantile Market will be taking place at the Henry County Fairgrounds from 9am-3pm on April 26th. Don’t miss out on all the great vendors!

Swedish Stomp and Skamparoo
2025-04-26 07:30 - 12:00 | Bishop Hill
Run or walk historic Bishop Hill and the beautifully hilly country roads surrounding the village or cheer on friends and family in this 5k event. Starts and finishes at the Colony School. A pancake breakfast is open to the public!

7:30am Registration
9am Race Start

Hosted by the Bishop Hill Old Settlers’ Association
www.bholdsettlers.org
bholdsettlers@gmail.com

Valborg and Wiener Roast
2025-04-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Bishop Hill
Experience an ancient Swedish traditional bonfire as we welcome spring’s return at the Vasa National Archives. Yard games, activities, hotdogs, hot coffee and cocoa will be available.
This event is free and open to the public.
In the event of rain, we will be on the Vasa National Archive second level. Call 309-927-3898 or email VasaArchivist@gmail.com for more information.
Vasa National Archives
109 S. Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Valborg and Wiener Roast
2025-04-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Bishop Hill
Experience an ancient Swedish traditional bonfire as we welcome spring’s return at the Vasa National Achives in Bishop Hill. Yard games, activities, hotdogs, hot coffee and cocoa will be available. This event is free and open to the public. In the event of rain, it will be on the Vasa National Archives second level. Call 309-927-3898 or email vasaarchivist@gmail.com for more information.

Storytime @ Colona Public Library
2025-04-24 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-04-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Colona
Join Mrs. Hannah at the Colona Public Library for Storytime.
My Friend Earth by Patricia Maclachlan
Little Turtle and the Changing Sea by Becky Davies

Live Music @ Bishop Hill Creative Commons
2025-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Bishop Hill
Sofia Talvik live at the Bishop Hill Creative Commons at 7pm.

309 N Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Geneseo Public Library Presents The Art of the Apron
2025-04-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Geneseo
Join at the Geneseo Public Library for Tami Finley as she presents The Art of the Apron, a fun and informational look at aprons through the years. This program showcases vintage aprons and many related items.

Splash Into Fun Day - Swimming
2025-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Geneseo
Geneseo Community Center
Join us for a day of aquatic adventure and family-friendly excitement as we
invite you to dive into fun at our indoor pool. This event promises a splashing good time for all, and the best part is, it’s completely FREE! No registration required.

Art Show @ Galva
2025-04-19 18:00 - 2025-04-25 20:00 | Galva
Join for a captivating journey into the world of art at the Galva Arts Council. Immerse yourself in the beauty of diverse creations, where every creation is a window into the artist soul. Join us at the opening reception with music that will create an enchanting atmosphere for all to experience.
128 Exchange St. Galva, IL 61434
Opening reception: April 19th 6p-9p
Viewing Times:
Sunday 1p-4p
Monday 6p-8p
Tuesday 1p-4p
Wednesday 6p-8p
Thursday 1p-4p
Friday 6p-8p

Easter Egg Hunt in Cambridge
2025-04-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Cambridge
Join in at College Square Park at 2pm for a great Easter Egg Hunt.

Discovery Club - Madden Tournament
2025-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Geneseo
Geneseo Community Center
Are you ready to prove your skills and rise to the top of the Madden world? Join us for an exciting, action-packed, single elimination Middle School PS5 Madden Tournament. Up to 16 teams will battle it out for the ultimate title! Games will be set on a timer so we can ensure all games can be played in one day. Lunch & snacks will be provided. Must register by April 13, 2025

Storytime @ Colona Public Library
2025-04-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Colona
Join Mrs. Hannah at the Colona Public Library for Storytime.
The Easter Bunny’s Assistant by Jan Thomas
We’re Going on an Egg Hunt by Laura Hughes

Moments That Made History - Spring Lecture Series
2025-04-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Geneseo
Geneseo Historical Museum presents
Moments That Made History
The Light That Never Fails by Alex Fox
An in-depth look at the history, construction, and use of pre-electric lighting through the years.

Geneseo Library Craft Collective
2025-04-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Geneseo
Geneseo Public Library District asks you to bring a work in progress (or new) craft project to work on as a group. Bring snack and drink either for yourself or to share.

Storytime @ Colona Public Library
2025-04-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Colona
Join Mrs. Hannah at the Colona Public Library for Storytime
The Easter Bunny’s Assistant by Jan Thomas
We’re Going on an Egg Hunt by Laura Hughes

DIY Mosaic Coaster Class
2025-04-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Colona
Pick up your kit while supplies last at the Colona Public Library. Multiple designs are available.

Geneseo Public Library Presents Mike Bayles Poetry Reading
2025-04-15 15:30 - 17:00 | Geneseo
Join at the Geneseo Public Library for Mike Bayles Poetry Reading with Q&A afterwards.

Geneseo Public Library Presents Meet the Author Dave Markward
2025-04-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Geneseo
Join at the Geneseo Public Library for a captivating evening with Dave Markward as he shares his personal journey of understanding racism in America. Signed copies of his book “From Dubuque to Selma & Beyond” available for purchase with proceeds going to Geneseo School District #228.

Richmond Hill Players Presents The Tell-Tale Farce
2025-04-13 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Geneseo
Join the Richmond Hill Players as they present The Tell-Tale Farce, a comedy by Don Zolidis.
April 3-6 & 10-13
Thursday, Friday and Saturday starting at 7:30pm.
Sunday starting at 3pm.

Check out their website at www.rhplayers.com for more information.

Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-13 14:30 - 15:30 | Geneseo
Geneseo Community Center
Hop on over to the Athletic Field for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Egg Hunt is set up so your little bunny can find candy or toy filled eggs with children of the same age. After the hunt make sure to get a picture with the Easter Bunny.
Ages: 2 – 11 yrs

Play it Forward Equipment Swap
2025-04-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Geneseo
Geneseo Community Center
Help us keep good quality sporting equipment in circulation, provide low-cost sporting equipment AND support the Geneseo Park District Foundation that provides free Community events and offers financial assistance for Park District memberships and programs.

Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny
2025-04-12 13:00 - 13:30 | Andover
Join in for a fast-paced hunt for Easter eggs in Andover Lake Park. Children will be divided by age groups. Thousands of eggs will be filled with cany and many special prizes will be given away. You can also have your child’s photo taken with the Easter Bunny.

Andover Lake Park East Pavilion
5th & Elm Streets
Andover, IL 61233

Geneseo Farmer's Market (Winter Market)
2025-04-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Geneseo
Farmer’s Market at the Moose Lodge in Geneseo!
1025 S. State St. Geneseo, IL 61254

Bishop Hill Book Fair
2025-04-12 11:00 - 16:00 | Bishop Hill
Bishop Hill Creative Commons
A dozen or more local authors will have their books for sale. They will hold a variety of workshops related to writing and publishing books throughout the day.

309 N. Bishop Hill St.
Bishop Hill, IL 61419

Storytime @ Colona Public Library
2025-04-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Colona
Join Mrs. Hannah at the Colona Public Library for Storytime.
Pizza Day by Melissa Iwai
A Pizza My Heart by Steph Stilwell
