Join us for a weekend of fun and excitement celebrating the heritage of Wilmington. Get ready to immerse yourself in live music, delicious food, thrilling rides, and so much more. Let us take you on a journey through the heart of Illinois, where the community comes together to create unforgettable memories. Whether you're a local resident or visiting from out of town, there's something for everyone to enjoy at the Catfish Day's Festival.

Schedule of Events:

Rock Night!
9AM - Medallion Hunt Clue (Facebook: Catfish Days)
9AM-4PM - Women of Wilmington's Craft Show (Downtown Wilmington, North Water Street)
10AM - Skinner's Pet & Bike Parade (Starts at Wilmington Park District, and Ends at North Island's Main Stage)
11AM - Route 66 Old School Brewing's Baby Contest (Route 66 Old School Brewing)
Noon-5PM - Live MC: Roy Gregory (Wilmington's North Island, Main Stage)
Noon-11PM - Carnival Open! (Wilmington's North Island)
Noon-Midnight - Beer Garden Open (Wilmington's North Island)​
12:30PM - Finale Dance Studio Performance (Wilmington's North Island)
1PM - Wilmington High School's Spirit Line Performance (Wilmington's North Island) And  Wilmington High School Spirit Line's Kiddie Camper's Performance (Wilmington's North Island)
1:30PM - Wilmington Park District Dancers Performance (Wilmington's North Island)
1PM-5PM - Miller's Petting Zoo- FREE!  (Wilmington's North Island)
2PM-5PM - Whimsy Face Painting by Jacqueline- Free! (Wilmington's North Island)
2PM-5PM - Wilmington Park District's Youth Bean Bag Tournament (Wilmington's North Island)
3PM - FREE! 'Saturday Night Fever' Movie Showing (The Mar Theatre)
4PM-7PM - Live Entertainment: Brian Weber (Wilmington's North Island, Main Stage)
8PM-Live Entertainment: No Decision (Wilmington's North Island, Main Stage)
8PM-12AM - Wilmington Park District's 'Pickled on Water Street' Adult Bracket- Pre- Registration Required (Wilmington's Public Lot on Water Street)
9:30PM - Laser Light Show by Laser Encore (Wilmington's North Island)