This is a FREE all-day downtown festival that features a BBQ contest, cruise-in, food vendors, kids zone, bags tournament and LIVE music featuring PARMALEE, Frank Ray & Silver Lake. 6am- BBQ Competition 10am- Food trucks open 12-4pm- Kids Zone (free inflatables!) 2pm- Bags Tournament (registration required) 5pm- Car cruise-in MAIN STAGE 6pm- Silver Lake 7:30pm- Frank Ray 9pm- PARMALEE For […]
Celebrate the season at Paxton's Fall Gathering! This Fall celebration has fun things for all ages. Visit over 30 vendors and artists (inside and outside), choose the perfect pumpkins, mums and fall decor at our pop-up pumpkin patch, tempt your tastebuds at Paxton Main Street's pancakes & sausage breakfast and later grab a pork burger or treat at the concession […]
Paxton Park District hosts their famous Halloween Parade in downtown Paxton! Kids and adults (most in costume!) will meet at the corner of Market St. & Orleans St. Police will close the street and escort the parade down Market St. to the Paxton Fire Department. At the Fire Department, 400 trick-or-treat bags will be passed out and children are encouraged […]
Following Paxton's Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 25, children can get their photos taken with Santa Claus! The Santa Hut will be located at Veterans Square. Please bring your camera/cell phone to take the photos yourself. (Times listed are approximate; Santa will arrive at his hut once he is done in the parade)
Many merchants remain open from 5-8PM for late night shopping in the downtown area. Some locations will host pop-up businesses inside, as well. Remember to stroll the sidewalks to enjoy the decorated windows.
Enjoy homemade pancakes and the same delicious sausage we served at our last breakfast. Choice of coffee, milk or orange juice included. Adults $8, Kids free. Tickets may be purchased at the door, cash or debit/credit card accepted.
Join us for an afternoon viewing of ELF! Bring the family and watch on our indoor movie screen where it will be warm and cozy and we'll even provide the popcorn. Feel free to wear your pj's and bring a comfy seat and/or blanket! Seating is limited and registration is required, please click here to register to attend https://www.eventbrite.com/e/767797562177?aff=oddtdtcreator
Bring your family downtown to enjoy a holiday horse & carriage ride down Market Street. Departing from Majestic Park. Great photo opportunity! Free
Children are invited to have Breakfast With Santa! No reservations are needed as this is a FREE event, however food is first come first serve. Sausage, eggs, and pancakes will be served as well as milk and orange juice. Parents/Guardians can take a picture of their child on Santa's lap!
Join us for our famous chicken and noodle supper from 4:30-6:30 pm. Cost is $11 for adults, $6 for kids 6-13, kids 5 and under are free. Meal includes homemade chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, dessert and drink. Dine in or carry out. Deliveries in town by calling 217-202-6441. This is a fundraiser for services we provide. […]
Toy dealers from around the Midwest will be present to sell in the gym starting at 9am. Enjoy browsing the displays set-up through the gymnasium. Door prizes throughout the day; silent auction on numerous items and the public can consign farm toys and agricultural products. Event is for all ages. Children will have an opportunity to participate in the pedal […]
PBL Boosters are hosting GLOW BINGO as a fundraiser to add a sound system to the softball and baseball fields. Play BINGO under the neon lights and have a night of fun with DJ Jason Wheatley. Doors open at 5:30pm, BINGO begins at 7PM. Grab your friends and get your tickets before the event is sold out! Tickets $30 in […]
