Art, Wind & Fire

The Art, Wind & Fire Festival is a weekend long event in Forgottonia featuring The Gazebo Art Festival, YFC Disc Golf Open and Macomb's annual Balloon Rally.

The Gazebo Art Festival, named for the historic structure that resides in the middle of Macomb's Chandler Park where the event is held, is an event that has been annual held for more than 50 years! The festival presents original juried works of art for sale including painting, sculpture, photography, jewelry ceramics, fiber art and many other mediums that celebrates local and regional artists.

Local food trucks can also participate.

The Macomb's annual YFC Open Disc Golf Tournament held at the breathtaking Everwood Disc Golf Course in Macomb's Everly & Glenwood Parks. Lead by Tournament Direct and Disc Golf Pro Johnnie Harrison, this Pro-Am event is open to everyone and offers 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes.

The Balloon Rally is the granddaddy of the regions Hot-Air Balloon Festivals and tradition that have last for more than 35 years. Held on the campus of Western Illinois University's Vince Grady Field, balloonists come to Macomb to blow off a little hot air and display their magnificent balloons both in flights and during the balloon glow. Plenty of food is available for everyone, along with live music. Handicap accessible. The event is free and open to all so come out and have a great time!