The series will feature Dixon City Market, Music at the Square, and Fitness Friday, offering a variety of weekly and recurring events throughout the summer months.
Programming begins May 27 with Dixon City Market, which will run on select Wednesdays through early August from 5 to 8 p.m. at the riverfront. The market will include a rotating lineup of local vendors, fresh goods, and live entertainment, creating a midweek gathering for residents and visitors.
Music at the Square will take place Fridays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. beginning June 5 and continuing through Aug. 28 at John Dixon Park. The concert series will feature a variety of musical acts in a family-friendly outdoor setting.
Fitness Friday will be held on select Fridays from June through August at 7 a.m. along the riverfront. The free classes will include yoga, Pilates, barre, and strength training, led by local instructors and organizations.
Organizers noted there will be no Dixon City Market on July 1 or July 8, and no Music at the Square or Fitness Friday events on July 3.
The Summer Series is supported by several sponsors, including Palmyra Pub & Eatery, Ken Nelson Auto Group, Mad Water Saloon, OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center, as well as 2026 Event Season Pinnacle Sponsors Raynor Garage Doors and Sauk Valley Bank.
Community members are encouraged to attend events throughout the season and participate in a range of offerings designed to highlight local businesses, promote wellness, and bring residents together.
A full schedule of events and updates is available at discoverdixon.com and through Discover Dixon’s social media channels.
