Marseilles, Illinois

Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2026-03-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)

Free Electronics Recycling Event
2026-04-11 08:00 - 12:00 | 707 Etna Rd. Ottawa, IL 61350, 707 Etna Rd. Ottawa, IL 61350, Ottawa, 61350, United States

Rough Road 100
2026-04-11 08:00 - 17:00
We welcome the Rough Road 100 through Marseilles April 11th!

From the Rough Road 100 Website:
https://www.roughroad100.com/
Styled as a Spring Classic bike race/ride our course is friendly to nearly every style of bike and bike rider. This presents you with a fantastic opportunity to try something new. Courses stack up as 63% road to 37% gravel surface mixture for both 100K and 64K courses. If you’re gravel curious, cycling curious, want to level up to your next distance, come out and be surrounded by your peers in the cycling community. This is an ALL INCLUSIVE event as it has been from inception. Starting and finishing in the welcoming town of Morris, Illinois about an hour outside of Chicago with some classic farm country roads. You’ll face some short punchy climbs, wind on the open portions, and a run into the finish on the Historic I&M Canal tow path.

Public Workshop
2026-04-15 17:00 - 18:00 | City Hall, 200 Riverfront Dr., Marseilles, IL, United States
Public Workshop
Downtown Marseilles Revitalization Plan
City of Marseilles, Illinois
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 5:00pm – Before City Council meeting
Location: Marseilles City Hall, 200 Riverfront Dr, Marseilles, IL
Your Voice Matters:
The City of Marseilles invites residents, business owners, and community members to attend a public workshop as part of the development of a Downtown Revitalization Plan. Join us to participate in exercises that will shape the vision for the future of Downtown Marseilles. Your input will directly shape the plan.
What to Expect at the Workshop Review:
Brownfield Sites and Cleanup
Discuss: Downtown Assets and Priorities
Shape: The vision of Downtown Marseilles
Connect: With City Leaders, Community Members, and Businesses
This project is funded through a Brownfield Coalition Assessment Grant administered by the North Central Illinois Council of Governments (NCICG).

Ham Dinner
2026-04-18 15:30 - 18:30 | United Methodist Church, 462 Church St, Marseilles, IL, 61341

Chicken Fry
2026-04-25 15:00 - 19:00
The Marseilles Lions Club is hosting a chicken fry on April 25th from 3 – 7 PM. Dine in or carry out. $14 for 1/4 dark or 1/4 light. Meals include chicken, coleslaw, fries and bread. Kids 10 and under $5 for a chicken leg and fries. Desserts will be for sale plus a 50/50 raffle.

5 B's BBQ at Immanuel Lutheran Church
2026-04-29 16:30 - 18:30 | Immanuel Lutheran Church, 227 E Bluff St, Marseilles, IL, 61341

Move It Marseilles
2026-05-05 09:00 - 10:00 | 200 Riverfront Dr., 200 Riverfront Dr., Marseilles, IL, 61341
“Move It Marseilles” an exercise group 9:00 – 10:00 am. Tuesdays & Thursdays excluding holidays.

Move it Marseilles
2026-05-07 09:00 - 10:00 | 200 Riverfront Dr., 200 Riverfront Dr., Marseilles, IL, 61341
“Move It Marseilles” an exercise group 9:00 – 10:00 am. Tuesdays & Thursdays excluding holidays.
This event is free and it open to all ages.

Spring Rummage Sales
2026-05-15 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-16 08:00 - 15:00

First Annual Motorcycle Show
2026-05-16 10:30 - 17:00 | 200 Riverfront Dr., 200 Riverfront Dr., Marseilles, IL, 61341

Memorial Day Program at American Legion
2026-05-25 09:30 - 10:30 | American Legion, 571 Rutland St, Marseilles, IL, 61341
A Memorial Day Service will be held at the American Legion on May 25th at 9:30 AM.

Lions Club Steak/ Pork Chop Dinner
2026-05-30 15:00 - 18:00 | Marseilles Lions Club

Remembering Our Fallen
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-21 | 200 Riverfront Dr., 200 Riverfront Dr., Marseilles, IL, 61341
Remembering Our Fallen is a traveling photographic war memorial that honors our military Fallen from The Global War on Terror. This memorial, with 35 Tribute Towers, also includes our military who served in combat zones during this time, but succumbed to the invisible wounds suffered. Additional Tribute Towers include those who died in stateside or non-combat training accidents.
Friday June 19 is the Sunset Prayer at The Wall at Dusk. Open to All. Pastor will start service at 6 PM.
Remembering Our Fallen by Patriotic Productions

Annual Illinois Motorcycle Freedom Run
2026-06-20 07:00 - 17:00 | 200 Riverfront Dr., 200 Riverfront Dr., Marseilles, IL, 61341

Lions Club Chicken Fry
2026-06-28 11:00 - 18:00 | Marseilles Lions Club
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Kids Swimming Lessons
2026-06-29 10:00 - 2026-07-03 11:00 | Marseilles Swimming Pool, 555 Commercial St, Marseilles, IL, 61341

Happy Birthday America
2026-07-11 13:00 - 16:00 | American Legion, 571 Rutland St, Marseilles, IL, 61341

Zazzle at Knudson Park
2026-07-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Knudson Park
Sponsored by the Fun Days Committee –
Soda, water and hot dogs will be available for purchase at the event!

Firefighters Association Annual Car Show
2026-07-18 17:00 - 20:00

Music In The Park
2026-07-24 18:00 - 20:30 | Knudson Park

Dr. Sutton Memorial River Walk
2026-07-25 10:30 - 11:30
Saturday July 25th
10:30-11:30 Dr Sutton Memorial River Walk

Join us on Saturday, July 25 for the annual Dr. Sutton Memorial River Walk, a special community tradition honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Sutton.
Hosted by the Marseilles Nursing Service in cooperation with the Seattle Sutton Family, this family-friendly event welcomes people of all ages—including kids and dogs—for a leisurely walk along the beautiful Marseilles Riverfront. A $5 donation is suggested to participate, with all proceeds benefiting the Marseilles Nursing Service.
For those who prefer not to walk, the museum train will be available for rides, ensuring everyone can be part of the day’s festivities. After the walk, stay and enjoy the Taste of Marseilles, explore the Seattle Sutton Museum during guided tours from 1:00–3:00 p.m., and spend the day celebrating community, history, and local flavor.
Gather your family and friends and join us for a meaningful day of remembrance, fellowship, and fun!

Taste of Marseilles
2026-07-25 11:30 - 14:30 | 200 Riverfront Dr., 200 Riverfront Dr., Marseilles, IL, 61341
Taste of Marseilles
Saturday July 25th:
11:30-1:30
El Patron
Illini Lounge
Ziggy’s
Rivers Edge
Sam’s
Johnnys Ice Cream
Seattle Sutton Healthy Eating
Marseilles Nursing Service
Marseilles American Legion
Taste of Marseilles – July 25
Come hungry and experience the best local flavors at the Taste of Marseilles on Saturday, July 25!
This community event brings together local restaurants, food vendors, and specialty food businesses for an afternoon filled with delicious samples, favorite menu items, and hometown fun. Whether you’re looking to discover a new favorite dish or enjoy classics from familiar local establishments, there’s something for everyone.
The event will be held at Marseilles City Hall, where guests can sample a variety of foods, purchase full-size meals, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of seating under large tents.Plus Steve Sharp will be playing from 11 AM to 1 PM!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and spend the day supporting local businesses while enjoying great food and community spirit. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate everything that makes Marseilles such a special place to call home.
Mark your calendar for July 25—we’ll see you at the Taste of Marseilles!
If you have any questions call Kathy Rosengren, Marseilles Nursing Service 815-883-0235

Seattle Sutton Museum Tours
2026-07-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Seattle Sutton’s Marseilles Museum
Step inside local history during the Seattle Sutton Museum Tours on Saturday, July 25! The museum will be open for guided tours from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., offering visitors a chance to learn more about the life and legacy of Seattle Sutton and the history of Marseilles.
Guests can also enjoy rides on the museum train throughout the day, making it easy and fun for families and visitors of all ages to travel between the day’s activities. Whether you’re a longtime resident or visiting for the first time, the museum tours are a wonderful way to experience an important part of the community’s history while enjoying a full day of festivities.

Summer Theater in the Park
2026-07-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Knudson Park

Music In The Park
2026-07-31 06:00 - 20:30

National Night Out
2026-08-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Marseilles Swimming Pool, 555 Commercial St, Marseilles, IL, 61341

Slot City Ribbon Cutting
2026-08-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Slot City, 457 Main St, Marseilles, IL, 61341

Broadway Park Ribbon Cutting
2026-08-07 16:30 - 17:30
Please join us as we celebrate the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for
Broadway Park !
Date: Friday, August 7th 2026
Time: 4:30
Location: Broadway Park
Come celebrate this exciting milestone with us as we officially open our park and splash pad. We look forward to sharing this special occasion with our community, partners, family, and friends.
Free hotdogs and water. We will sidewalk chalk for the kids to draw. Bring suits for splash
We hope to celebrate with you!
