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Wilmington, Illinois
Catfish Day's Information Site
July 23-26, 2026
Wilmington's North Island
130 Bridge Street
Wilmington, IL 60481
2026 CATFISH DAYS
We're so glad you're here!
Welcome to the official Catfish Day's Information Site! Join us for a weekend of fun and excitement celebrating the heritage of Wilmington, Illinois from July 23rd through July 26th of 2026.
Get ready to immerse yourself in live music, delicious food, thrilling rides, and so much more. Let us take you on a journey through the heart of Illinois, where the community comes together to create unforgettable memories. Whether you're a local resident or visiting from out of town, there's something for everyone to enjoy at the 2026 Catfish Day's!
Mark Your Calendars:
July 23rd-July 26th, 2026
Thank You to our 2026 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor:
CITY OF WILMINGTON
BEER GARDEN SPONSOR:
PIPEFITTERS LOCAL 597
CHI TOWN HARLEY DAVIDSON
KOOZIE SPONSOR:
AAA COMFORT HEATING & COOLING
LAKESHORE RECYCLING SYSTEMS
CHI TOWN HARLEY DAVIDSON
SENSORY HOUR SPONSOR:
GRUNDY BANK
TRINITY SERVICE INC.
PARADE SPONSOR:
BRIESER CONSTRUCTION CO
RIVERSIDE HEALTHCARE
D'ORAZIO FORD
CATFISH DINNERS:
HAYDENS CROSSING
MEDALLION HUNT SPONSORS:
VFW POST 5422
WILMINGTON'S MOOSE
SYMERTON TAP & GRILL
OLD SCHOOL BREWING
THE CORNER TAP
THE RUSTIC INN
WEE SIP LIQUORS
DOLLAR GENERAL
THE GARAGE ON WATER STREET
WHITMORE'S ACE HARDWARE
BIRDIES CAFE
TUFFY'S LOUNGE
HAYDEN'S CROSSING
SIDEWALK DECAL SPONSOR:
CITY SUB & PIZZA
WILMINGTON COALITION
WILMINGTON MOOSE RIDERS LODGE 241
GRAND DENTAL
SHERRI MICHAELS
LONGEST GROUP @ PROPERTIES
VAN MACK ELECTRIC CO.
FISHER AUTO PARTS
BANNERS SPONSOR:
FINANCIAL PLUS CREDIT UNION
HALLAHAN STATE FARM
SURF INTERNET
EDWARD JONES
CYLEE CATHERINE EVENTS
ORGANIZING SPONSOR:
SHERRI MICHAELS
FREE PRESS ADVOCATE
ST. ROSE
WILMINGTON COALITION
WILMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL CHEER
CITY OF WILMINGTON PUBLIC WORKS
WILMINGTON PARK DISTRICT
WILMINGTON ESDA
WILMINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WILMINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENT
WILMINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
WILMINGTON, IL SHAREFEST
CITIZENS TO ELECT JAMES REILLY
LASER LIGHT SHOW SPONSOR:
REACH OUT TODAY TO BECOME A SPONSOR!
BEER TICKET SPONSOR:
REACH OUT TODAY TO BECOME A SPONSOR!
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