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Special Events in Galena
February 24th and 25th
Dinner and a Murder
"Shiver Me Timbers"
Sponsored by the Bed and Breakfast Innkeepers
of Galena
Friday night reception. Dinner and a murder on Saturday night.
www.bestofgalena.com
March 23rd - 25th
Galena Wine Lover's Weekend
Grand tasting and wine auction. Wine dinners and wine, spirit and beer tasting througout Galena.
www.wineloversweekend.com
April 13th
Spring artists reception at Stone House Pottery
April 20th - 22nd
President Grant's Grand Birthday Celebration
A variety of events commemorating Grant's birthday.
www.galenahistorymuseum.org
April 21st
Night Sky and Native American Storytelling
at Apple River Fort State Historic Site
Native American stories and folklore around a campfire followed by viewing constellations and other objects in the night sky.
April 28th
Fire in the Forge
At the old blacksmith shop.
Authentic turn of the Century blacksmith shop with historic interpretations by working smiths.
May 19th
19th Annual Galena Triathlon and Duathlon
A special early breakfast for triathlon guests stayng with us
at Belle Aire Mansion
June 9th and 10th
Historic Cemetary Walk
Costumed re-enactors bring historical Galena figures to life.
www.galenahistorymuseum.org
June 15th - 17th
Annual Great Galena Balloon Race
Hot air balloons over Galena in this annual fundraiser for
Juvenile Diabetes
June 23rd
Hunter Fueste and His American Vintage Orchestra
A casual concert of fine music held at Turner Hall in Galena
www.galenafoundation.org
July 4th
Celebrate Independence Day in Galena.
Many events including an old-fashioned hometown parade and fireworks.
815-777-2111
July 6th and 7th, 12th and 13th
Galena Festival o f the Performing Arts
at Grace Episcopal Church
7:30pm
July 21st and 22nd
Antique Town Rods Car Show
More than 100 pre-1949 cars on display
815-777-2088
September 7th-9th
Girlfriends Getaway Weekend
Dedicated to the Celebration of Women
www.galenachamber.com
September 21st and 22nd
Galena Oktoberfest
Fun German Celebration with music, games, food and wiener
dog races!
www.galenaoktoberfest.com
October 6th and 7th
Galena Country Fair
More than 150 booths of crafts, art, food and games
www.galenacountryfair.org
October 12th - 14th
Twenty Dirty Hands
Galena Area pottery and sculpture studios open for tours
www.twentydirtyhands.com
November 3rd
Chocolate, Champaign and Candlelight
Two lavish buffets of chocolates, chocolates, chocolates!!
www.galenahistorymuseum.org
November 16th and 17th
Nouveau Wine Celebration
www.galenacellars.com
December 1st
Annual Mistletoe Ball
A Victorian dinner and dance with a fine dinner and music
www.galenahistorymuseum.org
December 8th
A Taste of Christmas Progressive Dinner
Sponsored by the Bed and Breakfast Innkeepers of Galena.
Enjoy appetizers, soup, salad, entrees and desserts as you tour our fine bed and breakfasts decorated for the Christmas holidays.
www.bestofgalena.com or call 815-777-0893
December 15th
Night of Luminaria
A most beautiful and romantic night as the streets of Galena are alit with nearly 5,000 candle luminaria
www.galenachamber.com
December 31st
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Celebrate the arrival of 2013 in Galena. Watch for our special New Years Package.
These are just a few of the many special happenings in Galena throughout the year. For more information, please visit the event's website or give them a call. Dates DO change, so please be sure to double check the dates to avoid disappointment. Give Lorraine a call at 815-777-0893 for more help. We can also advise you about last minute special events or ongoing tours.
Annie Wiggins Ghost Tours
Ryan Mansion Tours
Mark Twain and the Laughing River by Jim Post
Linmar Gardens tour and Picnics
Old-fashioned carriage rides
The Historic Blacksmith Shop
Tours of the counties winerys
So come out and enjoy Galena and Jo Daviess County
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