The City of Elgin is proud to offer an exciting season of family fun close to home! Check here regularly to find the latest details and updates on upcoming events.

FoxFireFest! August 1-3

Don't Miss this event focused around the glow of fire on the water, including a night-time fire and light show on the river accompanied by theatre, art and musical performers.

Performers include:The Elgin Symphony Orchestra on Friday; Starship and Blues Traveler on Saturday; and Sister Hazel on Sunday.

Do you want to be a star? Compete to be the next Elgin Idol! Registration is now open for individual performers and bands. The performances will take place at Wing Park Band Shell every Tuesday evening beginning June 24, 2008 right before the Tuesday night concert series

Two performers each night, chosen by judges and the audience, will move on to the finals. All finalists will perform on stage at FoxFireFest August 1-3, 2008. For more information about the contest and to register contact Barb Keselica at 847-531-7056. Register by June 30, 2008. Cost is $5 per person/ $10 per band.

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