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Geneva Restaurant Week
Jan. 23-29, 2023
Geneva Restaurant week highlights culinary excellence by offering a week of delicious, discounted dining at some of the City's finest restaurants. No coupons or tickets are necessary Visit the Geneva Chamber's website for a list of participating restaurants.
Wine, Cheese & Trees
7 p.m. Feb. 25, 2023
The fundraiser returns to an in-person format this year as Geneva's Natural Resources Committee raises money to plant more parkway trees in Geneva. The evening features wine, craft beer, appetizers, live music, and silent/live auctions. Tickets can be purchased online.
Geneva French Market
Sundays Starting in Mid-April, 2023
Get your fresh fix at the Geneva French Market. The European-style market offers unique eats, treats, treasures, and more at the Metra parking lot at Fourth and South streets in downtown Geneva. Bensidoun USA operates the market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Earth Day Celebration
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22, 2023
Go green with the City's Natural Resources Committee and the Geneva Park District's Earth Day festivities at Peck Farm Park. Activities include recycling opportunities, nature crafts, rain barrel sale, self-guided prairie tours, and more. The event is free to the public.
Swedish Days Festival
June 21-25, 2023
Geneva's signature summertime tradition features music, a craft beer tent, carnival rides, children's activities, 5k, food, a parade, downtown shopping, and more. The public can find a full festival schedule on the Geneva Chamber of Commerce's website.
Classic Car Shows
Thursdays July & August 2023
From 5-8 p.m. starting July 6, step back in time as car collectors showcase their vintage rides at the Kane County Courthouse. Visitors will enjoy 1950s music and vote on their favorite make and model. The car show is sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.
RiverPark Summer Concerts
TBA 2023
RiverPark is the place to be to enjoy performances on the northwest bank of the Fox River. Bring your blankets, cushions and chairs to relax on the terrace of the park's stone amphitheater. The concert series is sponsored by the Geneva Cultural Arts Commission.
Shakespeare In The Park
TBA 2023
Come enjoy a free outdoor performance of "The Tempest" at Island Park. Shakespeare in the Park is suitable for the whole family. The audience is encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and picnics. Sponsored by the Geneva Cultural Arts Commission.
Geneva Arts Fair
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 29-30, 2023
Downtown Geneva is transformed into an expansive outdoor gallery featuring talented artists from across the country. Stroll down Third Street to view and shop for juried artwork of all mediums. Free admission and sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.
Concours d'Elegance
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 27, 2023
The Concours d'Elegance car show returns to Geneva after a one-year hiatus. Come see a wide array of antique, classic and modern automobiles along the picturesque backdrop of our downtown. Visit the Geneva Concours d'Elegance's website for more details.
Festival Of The Vine
Sept. 8-10, 2023
Usher in the fall season by sampling some of our restaurants' best offerings at the Flavor Fare tent. Partner that with friends, wine, and live music, and you have a fun night planned in downtown Geneva. The festival is sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.
Downtown Trick-Or-Treating
2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 26, 2023
Do your children want two opportunities to collect candy? Of course they do! Kids are invited to wear their Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat in beautiful downtown Geneva. Participating shops and restaurants will display a sign and hand out treats.
Christmas Walk
6 p.m. Dec. 1, 2023
Get in the holiday spirit with the Geneva Christmas Walk. The night features carolers, Santa Claus, the lighting of the Great Tree and other holiday illumination on the Courthouse lawn plus much more. The festival is sponsored by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.
Holiday House Tour
Dec. 1-2, 2023
Take a tour of five exquisite Geneva homes decorated in holiday splendor. Homes will be open to visitors for self-guided tours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 2 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3. Tickets and more info can be found on the Geneva Chamber of Commerce's website.
Steeple Walk
2 to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 3, 2023
Celebrate the holiday season at the Geneva Cultural Arts Commission’s annual Steeple Walk from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Dec.4. Attendees will experience four, 20-minute musical performances at participating downtown Geneva churches. Tickets have sold out for this event.