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Leaf River Summer Daze | Leaf River, Illinois<\/h1>

June 5 - 7, 2026<\/h6><\/div>[vc_column_text 0=””]<\/p>\n

Leaf River Daze, founded by the Leaf River Lions Club, has grown into a cherished summer tradition that brings our community together year after year.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s something for everyone to enjoy\u2014from the Grand Parade and crowd-favorite Tractor Pulls to a spectacular Fireworks show that lights up the night. Check out the Car Show, browse the Vendor and Craft Show, and don\u2019t miss the exciting Ogle County K9 Demonstration. Families can spend the day in the Kidz Zone, filled with games and fun activities for all ages. Come hungry, too \u2014 there\u2019s no shortage of great food to enjoy. From the Historical Society\u2019s baked goods sale to hometown favorites like Fibber\u2019s, plus a variety of food trucks and community club and organization stands, you\u2019ll find plenty of options to satisfy every craving.<\/p>\n

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Antique Tractor & Engine Show<\/h6>

Friday, June 5 - Sunday, June 7<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″]

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Fireworks<\/h6><\/a>

Friday, June 5 | DUSK | Bertolet Memorial Library<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″]

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Car Show<\/h6>

Weather Permitting | Saturday, June 6 | 9 AM - 2 PM | Downtown<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″]

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Craft & Market Fair<\/h6>

Saturday, June 6 | 9 AM - 5 PM, Sunday, June 7 | 9 AM - 4 PM<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner 0=””][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ offset=”vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”]

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Ogle County K9 Demonstration<\/h6>

Saturday, June 6 | 3 PM | Bertolet Park<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ offset=”vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”]

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Downtown Block Party | Rollin' Whiskey Band<\/h6>

Saturday, June 6 | 8 PM<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″ offset=”vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”]

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Church In The Park<\/h6>

Sunday, June 7 | 10 AM | Bertolet Park<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″]

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Grand Parade<\/h6>

Sunday, June 7 | 2 PM<\/p><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner]

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