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Princeton Tourism Welcome to Princeton, IL! Shop, Dine & Explore Princeton's Historic Main St, rich history, parks & more!

A Short Drive that Takes you Far: Indulge in the sophisticated charm of this small town's upscale boutique shopping and local art, vintage covered bridges and other historic landmarks. Located just far enough outside Chicago's suburban orbit to offer a real retreat. Princeton provides the well-deserved time-out busy people seek. Its easy accessibility via I80 and multiple daily Amtrak service means it's a haven well within reach.

Celebrate Independence Day the Princeton way with our America 250 Celebration Parade — and be part of something truly sp...
04/29/2026

Celebrate Independence Day the Princeton way with our America 250 Celebration Parade — and be part of something truly special as we honor our nation’s 250th anniversary.

Parade registration is LIVE — and entries close at 8pm on May 8th. Please visit https://princetontourism.org/america-250/ and click Parade Registration to apply.

Meet me on Main for America 250!

04/29/2026

Announcing Princeton's 2026 Down on Main Street Concert Series lineup!

Mark your calendars and get ready for another amazing summer Down on Main:
June 19 Neon 90's Country Rewind
July 17 The Chicago Experience (Z Tour Weekend)
August 14 Twelve Against Nature (Steely Dan Tribute)
September 11 Tigirlily Gold (Homestead Festival Weekend)
September 25 Heidelberg German Band at Oktoberfest

These concerts are funded by our sponsors -- a HUGE thank you to these incredible local businesses and families:
Yepsen Insurance Agency, Edward Jones - Financial Advisor Tracy Robbins, Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Tucker Nichols, Wright Excavating , Advanced Asphalt, Shaw Local
Compeer Financial, ACE Retail Support, Starved Rock Media 103.9 WLPO, OSF Saint Clare Medical Center
Taylor's Way, Central Bank Illinois, Michlig Energy, LTD, First State Bank of Van Orin, Adam Hellman - State Farm Agent, Midland States Bank, First State Bank, Michilig Ag Solutions, D Fox Excavating Inc., Princeton Redi Crete, Beck's, Washington Mills , Culver's, Conxxus, Coal Creek Brewing Company, B & R Repairs, West Bureau Farms
Monica Robbins, Downtown Liquidation, Rachel and Drew Gustafson

Meet me Down on Main!

The streets are about to come alive Down on Main this summer!Join us this Thursday, April 23rd at 6PM at Coal Creek as w...
04/22/2026

The streets are about to come alive Down on Main this summer!

Join us this Thursday, April 23rd at 6PM at Coal Creek as we reveal the full concert lineup for this season. Be among the first to catch our new street concert promotional video, grab a street concert magnet, and get your hands on a Coal Creek Homestead Lager “Down on Main” special edition can or t-shirt.

Can't wait to celebrate Princeton this summer Down on Main!

Coal Creek Brewing Company

Bring your furry friends and join the City of Princeton Bike & Pedestrian Commission members for a walk around Zearing P...
04/21/2026

Bring your furry friends and join the City of Princeton Bike & Pedestrian Commission members for a walk around Zearing Park and a doggie playdate at the Barkley Dog Park on April 25th at 9AM.

Enjoy a FREE coffee, donut and goodies for your dog!

Meet me at Zearing Park!

Summer is coming… and so are the street concerts Down on Main!Join us at Coal Creek Brewing Company on Thursday, April 2...
04/18/2026

Summer is coming… and so are the street concerts Down on Main!

Join us at Coal Creek Brewing Company on Thursday, April 23 at 6PM as we officially unveil the 2026 Down on Main Street Concerts lineup!

Be the first to see this year’s artists as we premiere our concert promotional video — and get ready to start planning your summer nights in downtown Princeton.

🍻 Coal Creek Special Release:
Coal Creek has created a limited-edition Homestead Lager can featuring this year’s street concert poster design — available while supplies last!

👕 Exclusive Tee:
Coal Creek also created a limited-edition tee featuring the Homestead Lager and street concert poster design — limited quantity available, but will have order forms available.

We will also have this year's magnet available with concert dates and more summer fun in Princeton.

Also, who loves this poster design created by Princeton's own, Kyle Unzicker?!

Who’s ready for concert season? 🙌

Meet me at Coal Creek!

Coal Creek Brewing Company

Experience the arts this spring with two incredible performances at the Grace Theater in Princeton!Living Breathing Thin...
04/14/2026

Experience the arts this spring with two incredible performances at the Grace Theater in Princeton!

Living Breathing Things
Friday, April 17 at 7 PM
Saturday, April 18 at 2 PM and 7 PM

Intimate Songs featuring Trio Cantabile
Saturday, April 25 at 7 PM

Don’t miss these unique performances right here in downtown Princeton.

For tickets and details, visit festival56.com

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Discover the Prairie Arts Center in Princeton!Located right on Courthouse Square, the Prairie Arts Center is a hub for c...
04/02/2026

Discover the Prairie Arts Center in Princeton!

Located right on Courthouse Square, the Prairie Arts Center is a hub for creativity in our community featuring a theater and gallery space. The theater hosts a variety of performances throughout the year — from children’s productions and poetry readings to instrumental showcases and special speakers.

The gallery showcases a new artist each month (except June), and you’re invited to attend First Friday Gallery Openings to meet the artist and enjoy refreshments. You can also stop in on Saturdays and Sundays to explore the current exhibit.

Throughout the year, the Prairie Arts Center offers painting classes, artist workshops for all ages, and a children’s theater program — making it a place where creativity truly comes to life.

This month, the gallery welcomes artists Harry William Diebotham II and Lyzz Lundberg Sidebotham. Attend the Gallery Opening on April 11th 6-7:30PM. Gallery is open Saturdays and Sundays April 12-26th from 1-3PM.

Be sure to follow the Prairie Arts Council page to stay up to date on upcoming events and programs!

Meet me in Princeton!

Prairie Arts Council

03/31/2026

Hop on over to Princeton for some Easter fun!

• Easter Egg Hunt with Rotary Club at Soldiers and Sailors Park | April 4 at 10:30am - photos with Easter Bunny between 10-11am

• Easter Egg Hunt with the Bureau County Fair Queens at the Bureau County Fairgrounds | April 4 at 1:00pm

• Adult Easter Egg Hunt at Barrel Society | April 2 at 6pm

• Coal Creek Brewing Company Easter Egg Hunt now through Saturday - find a hidden Easter Egg and win a prize!


Rotary Club of Princeton, IL Bureau County Fair Barrel Society Coal Creek Brewing Company

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