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Autumn on ParadeAnnual fall festival held the first full weekend in October in downtown Oregon. Features more than 180 market vendors, a food court, car and tractor shows, a family Fun Zone, the Olde English Faire and Harvest Time Parade.
ByronFestAnnual downtown Byron family festival held the second full weekend in July. ByronFest features live music on multiple stages, a carnival midway, Taste of ByronFest, a parade, car show, 5K and fun run, children’s activities, sports tournaments, and community events.
Dixon City MarketDixon City Market brings 50+ local and regional crafters, artisans and food vendors to the riverfront, with live music, drinks and kids activities. The 2026 market runs 5–8 p.m. Wednesdays from May 27 through Aug. 5 on the published event dates, concluding with Dixon City Market Jr. Check Discover Dixon for the current schedule and vendor applications.
Lanark Old Settlers Days🎉 Join us for Old Settlers Days – Fun for the Whole Family! 🎉 Step into a celebration packed with excitement for all ages! Enjoy free inflatables for the kids, explore exotic animals, and test your skills with laser tag or ax throwing. Treat your taste buds with a variety of food vendors, shop unique treasures from our craft vendors, and sip your favorite drinks at the beer garden. There’s never a dull moment with family-oriented games, face painting, a petting zoo, and kiddie water fights to cool off. Start your morning strong with our 5K run, marvel at balloon animals, enjoy the parade, and soak in the rhythm of live music. Brave souls can even take a turn at the dunk tank! Whether you’re young or young at heart, Old Settlers Days has something for everyone—come make memories that will last a lifetime!
