Free community celebration set for Saturday, May 17

The Village of Bourbonnais is excited to announce its Sesquicentennial celebration kickoff event. Incorporated in 1875, the village is commemorating 150 years as a community with special events for residents throughout 2025.

Originally planned as a formal outdoor gala, Soirée de Bourbonnais has transitioned into Hooray, Bourbonnais! — a more inclusive free-to-the-public celebration on Saturday, May 17, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Grove at Goselin Park, 700 Main St. NW.

The outdoor event will feature:

• A free live concert by Spoken Four, part of the acclaimed Maggie Speaks band
• A cash bar provided by Flight 102 Whiskey & Wine Bar
• Catered cuisine available for purchase from Crème of the Crop food truck

Local businesses and organizations interested in sponsoring a Sesquicentennial event may reach out to Lindy Casey, Marketing & Public Engagement Manager, at 815-937-3570 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Additional Sesquicentennial events include an outdoor concert at Bourbonnais Food Truck Fest, a Family Fun Day, a French Heritage Weekend and more.