Festivals & Events
Remember what was great about the “Good Ol’ Days” and enjoy the best that small town Illinois has to offer.
The Back Road Music Festival
Just 6 miles or 9 minutes from Bishop Hill — Every August thousands flock to the small town of Galva to see some of the biggest country stars in the business. The festival grounds are unlike any other. The stage rises out of a natural amphitheater surrounded by cornfields, windmills, with a panoramic country view that allows fans to see for miles. When you come to the Back Road Music Festival, you make memories for life, and it feels like home no matter where you are from. By attending the festival, you will also be supporting the long list of charities we support. We take pride in using our platform to help others in need. If you want a safe, family friendly environment, that helps others then we are the perfect summer festival for you. One ticket, 7 acts, charity, good food, drinks, and a whole lot of #1’s. What are you waiting for?
Galva Freedom Fest
Galva’s Annual 4th of July Celebration with 5K run, parade, games, local food vendors, arts events, and the best fireworks display in Western Illinois! Find info and full schedule on their Facebook page.
Levitt AMP Galva Music Series
Just 6 miles or 9 minutes from Bishop Hill — Galva’s Arts Council hosts this wonderful 10 week summer music series every Sunday night, late May-August at Galva’s beautiful Wiley Park. Winning a matching $25,000 dollar grant through the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, and being one of the smallest of only 20 grant recipients across the country, Galva’s Arts Council hosts this FREE and family friendly music series. Each week’s concert begins at 6:00PM and ends around 8:00PM. The shows feature two acts per night. The line-up is very diverse and includes a variety of performers from all over the globe. Food and drinks are available for purchase at the park or guests may bring in a picnic dinner.
Galva’s Ol’ Fashion Christmas Festival
Just 6 miles or 9 minutes from Bishop Hill — Downtown on Saturday after Thanksgiving every year, the Galva Chamber of Commerce hosts this annual holiday season event. Activities all Day with arts shows, activities, and culminating with a parade and lighting of Veteran’s Park.
