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2010 Festivals & Events
Events listed in BOLD CAPITALS are sponsored by
the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce and Industry
             January/February
1/23 ANNUAL DINNER
Chamber's annual dinner meeting and awards banquet will be held at the Woodstock Country Club. Cocktail hour begins at 6 pm, with dinner at 7 pm. RSVP by January 12th.
(815) 338-2436.
1/28 - 2/2 Groundhog Days
Thanks to Bill Murray and the "Groundhog Day" movie, which was filmed in Woodstock in 1992.  Woodstock celebrates with "Lighting of the Groundhog", woodcarving demonstration, chili cook-off, dinner/dance and auction, a walking tour of filming sites, breakfast and Woodstock Willie's prognostication.
www.woodstockgroundhog.org
                March
   
                     April
4/3
Rain or Shine!

Downtown Woodstock Easter Egg Hunt

For more information contact Cobblestones on the Square

815/337-1750.
                    May
5/1

SATURDAY FARMER'S MARKET ON THE SQUARE through 10/23/10

Woodstock residents and visitors will have two markets to enjoy this summer! Every Tuesday and Saturday on the Square, beginning in May through October, shop one of the county's only authentic markets for organically, locally-grown produce, flowers, baked goods, potpourri, homemade peanut brittle and other goodies. Hours for both markets are 8 am to 1:30 pm. Keith Johnson 815/338-5164.

5/4 TUESDAY FARMER'S MARKET ON THE SQUARE through 10/26/10

5/16

Fair Diddley Craft Show
Set on the historic Woodstock Square. Hours: 10 am to 5 pm. Sponsored by the Mental Health Resource League. For additional information call (815) 385-5745.
                     June
6/9

City Band Concerts

Every Wednesday at 7:30 pm through July 28.  On the Square.

Contact the Opera House Box Office at 815/338-5300.
6/17

WPBW Garden Walk

Woodstock 's Garden Walk is sponsored by the Woodstock Professional Business Women. Tour spectacular local gardens and stop by the Woodstock Opera House for refreshments. Advance tickets available at the Chamber of Commerce, Amcore,  Harris, Home State and LaSalle Banks in Woodstock . Tickets and maps available on the day of the walk at the Woodstock Open House/Stage Left Café 8a.m. to 6p.m

 

MISS WOODSTOCK SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT

TBD
                     July
7/4

Fourth of July Fireworks

At dusk at the city's Emricson Park , located on the west side of town
7/18

25th Annual Woodstock Folk Festival

A non-profit organization… Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a great afternoon of entertainment! A variety of folk music ranging from traditional to contemporary to blue grass and beyond. Also featuring a Children's Area and Open Mike Stage. Hours: 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm , rain or shine. If rain, event located at the Old Courthouse Art Center , 3rd floor. For more information check our website at www.woodstockfolkmusic.com or call 815/479-9933 or Carol at 312/527-1953.

7/23 - 7/24

SIDEWALK SALE DAYS

Shop throughout Woodstock for special sales and bargains.

815/338-2436.

                      August
7/31 - 8/16 Woodstock Mozart Festival

Three weekends beginning August 1st

(7/31 & 8/1, 8/7 & 8/8, 8/14 & 8/15)

Celebrating its 24th season, the Woodstock Mozart Festival features international artists and conductors in orchestral and chamber works of Mozart and other composers. Performances take place at the charming and intimate restored 1880's Woodstock Opera House, an ideal setting for experiencing music as it was performed in Mozart's day.

"Classical Gems in a Jewelbox" - John von Rhein of the CHICAGO TRIBUNE

Contact the Opera House Box Office at (815) 338-5300 for subscription and ticket information. Anita Whalen, General Director; Mark Peskanov, Artistic Advisor. For more information, visit our website at: www.mozartfest.org.

                    September/October
9/19

OLD- FASH IONED HARVESTFEST/ FIDDLERS CONTEST &

FAIR IN THE SQUARE CRAFT SHOW

A day long celebration, the 15th annual Harvestfest features a

farmer's market, old-time craftspeople including weavers, spinners and quilters, vintage farm equipment, blacksmithing, woodworking, wagon rides, children's activities and a fiddlers contest for youth and adults. Also, the Fair In The Square craft show featuring crafters from all over the Midwest will sell their original, hand-crafted wares.
Hours: 10 am to 5 pm . For craft info contact Phyllis 815-334-0718.

For music info contact Keith Johnson 815-338-5164.

10/9 - 10/10

Fall Diddley

Boone County Fairgrounds/Belvidere. Sponsored by Mental Health Resource League. 815/385-5745.

Hours are 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 November/December
11/26

LIGHTING OF THE SQUARE

Christmas will officially come alive in Woodstock with a flip of the switch that will light the buildings and trees on the Square. The program starts at 7 pm . There will be caroling before and after 815/338-2436.

11/28

Christmas Parade

The Parade around the Square at 2 pm officially heralds Santa's arrival. Call the Woodstock Opera House 815/338-4212.for special holiday program information and visit the Christmas Tree Walk set up in the Opera House's Community Room.
12/2

LADIES NIGHT OUT

On the Woodstock Square and Main Street 5 to 10 p.m. Sponsored by the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce & Industry as part of the Victorian Christmas celebration. There will be limousine rides providing transportation to restaurants and merchants. While supplies last, a free long-stem red rose will be handed out from gentlemen stationed around the square to honor women. Participating restaurants will be offering dinner and drink specials, entertainment, open houses and appetizers.