First Fridays on Seminary Street Returns for Summer 2026

By - Morgan Seabloom

Downtown Galesburg is gearing up for another unforgettable summer as First Fridays on Seminary Street returns for four evenings of live music, local food, shopping, and community fun. Running from 5 to 8 PM on the first Friday of each month from June through September 2026, the free, family-friendly event transforms Historic Seminary Street into a downtown celebration. Guests are advised to bring a lawn chair, as seating is limited.

2026 First Fridays Schedule:

Friday, June 5, 2026

Music: Bits and Pieces — Classic Rock with a Kick of Santana

Presenting Sponsor: CBI Bank

Beverage Sponsor: Euclid Beverage

Children's Activities: Discovery Depot

Friday, July 3, 2026

Music: Frank F. Sydney's Western Bandit Volunteers

Presenting Sponsor: OSF St. Mary's

Beverage Sponsor: Euclid Beverage

Children's Activities: Galesburg Community Arts Center

Friday, August 7, 2026

Music: Soul Situation

Presenting Sponsor: Tompkins State Bank

Beverage Sponsor: G&M Distributors

Children's Activities: Discovery Depot

Friday, September 4, 2026

Music: Pippi and Daniel Music with the Experience Band

Presenting Sponsor: Knox College

Beverage Sponsor: G&M Distributors

Children's Activities: Galesburg Community Arts Center