Welcome to Bureau County

Located between the Quad Cities and Chicago, nestled in the middle of North Central Illinois heartland, Bureau County is a hidden treasure full of a cornucopia of simple pleasures. One never knows what they may find!

Between a summer full of exciting seasonal festivities, parkside Shakespeare plays, an assortment of unique and interesting shops and everything in between, we are positive you will discover so much to love about Bureau County, our beloved home, and share experience you can only find by taking a step off the beaten path.

So, take a moment to look around and discover Bureau County for yourself. We can't wait to see you! ..More Info

News & Announcements

  • Get your Rear in Gear - 5K run/walk race to prevent Colon cancer. Saturday, May 25th in Ladd at 10 a.m.
    May 21st 2013Go to status update
  • Veterans Breakfast - 7 a.m. to noon, Sun, June 2 at the American Legion, 1549 W Peru St, Princeton. $6 per adults
    May 21st 2013Go to status update

  • Timeline Photos
    Please stop by Bruno's in Cherry tonight between 4-8pm. Eat some chicken and check out our bake sale! All tips and proceeds will benefit the future picnic shelter.
    Looking forward to see all our favorite faces now that spring is here!
    May 21st 2013Go to status update

  • Welcome to Living Works!
    www.livingworkssuicidewalk.com
    The Living Works Community Walk for Suicide Prevention will begin at DARIUS MILLER PARK, Princeton, IL, Saturday June 8, 2013, at 10:00 a.m. (registration 9:00 a.m.).....
    May 18th 2013Go to status update

  • Kathy Schultz Costerisan's Photos
    Come on down to the Old Wheels Car show at 1st Lutheran Church. Great bake sale and pulled pork sandwiches too!
    May 18th 2013Go to status update

  • Timeline Photos
    Please join us for our 2013 Charity Golf Outing to benefit the @[24472055070:274:American Red Cross] at Hunter's Ridge Golf Course in Princeton on Friday, July 26th. See brochure below for details
    May 17th 2013Go to status update

  • Homestead Car Show's Photos
    Here is all of the classes for the Homestead Car Show to be held Sept 15TH Downtown Princeton IL. I think we have covered something for everyone.
    May 17th 2013Go to status update
  • Tiskilwa Strawberry Festival has been moved to Sat. June 15th due to the slow start in the growing season. Mark your calendar for this tasty event.
    May 16th 2013Go to status update
  • Fisherman - Get your bait at Storms Bait Shop - 231- S Randolph St in Princeton (new location) or at Garfield Stier in Sheffield.
    May 16th 2013Go to status update
  • VENDOR & CRAFT SHOW
    June 1 at 11:00am
    Spring Valley Boat Club in Spring Valley, Illinois
    May 16th 2013Go to status update
  • The Boat Club is Back!!


    May 16th 2013Go to status update
  • Sunset Ridge MX
    Don't miss the 3rd Annual Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awareness Track Walk Friday May 24th @ 5PM!! On-line Pre-registration deadline is Friday May 17th! More information at www.sunsetridgemx.com

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    May 15th 2013Go to status update

Z-Tour Bike Ride

This road ride provides you a chance to enjoy some of the best bike roads that northwest Illinois has to offer. The routes will feature loops that incorporate hills, rolling terrain, beautiful views of Bureau Creek with minimal traffic.

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Festival 56

Festival 56 is a professional theatre festival located in Princeton, Illinois, offering a season of ten plays and musicals each year including free, outdoor Shakespeare in the Park.

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Homestead Festival

A city-wide celebration for everyone to enjoy with an ice cream social, street dance, book sale, window displays, horse wagon rides, flea market, arts and crafts show, pork bbq, local talent showcase, parade, and beer garden.

Visit Homestead Festival